Lydia's POV:I so wanted to speak but my father gave me a look that he had it under control."My son was in an accident and he's up and starting with physical therapy." My father began talking slowly, clenching and unclenching his jaw."I appreciate the concern but you all know the company is doing well. Our restaurants all over the country are doing and with the release of Lydia's book only available in our restaurants, that alone served as publicity. The construction of the new hotel is going smoothly so far and our partnership with the Kings is profitable. I don't believe I am in competent and unsuitable to still run this company but if I am we can vote on it now and I would step down and appoint someone as the interim CEO until Andrew Miller is fit and ready because everyone present here knows he is more than competent for the role."The tension in the room was thick, I could tear it up with a knife. Everyone was silenced and looked at my father who leaned back in his seat staring

LYDIA'S POV:I sucked my teeth sharply trying to keep myself calm from feeling anger at this moment."Anything you need ma'am?" The waiter questioned as I continued eating while checking my time to ensure I don't get late for my next meeting."I would like a Bellini." I had tried the drink and it was lovely.Unbeknownst to Lydia, as Mrs Belligram stormed out of the restaurant feeling humiliated and embarrassed at her question, she debated whether to call her husband to pick her up or just call an UBER as they just had one car right before they got back on their feet. Mrs King was seated in the back seat of her fully tinted car staring at Mrs Belligram, she was just inside a few minutes ago and overheard the conversation between Lydia and Emma.She concluded that Mrs Belligram will be helpful in ensuring Lydia's name is tarnished, and Lydia's relationship with Nathaniel never progresses.***********At LENOX MALL:Mr John, myself and Nathaniel strolled around the mall, ideas flowing in

3RD POV:Oh, Emma knew who you were especially because she loved the book Clapback so much. In fact she disliked Mrs King so much because Emma could relate to being mistreated by her in-laws. But after her meeting with Lydia yesterday, she felt different emotions throughout the rest of her day and she had come to the decision that she was wrong. She wanted to apologize to her favorite author, Lydia, as she never planned to disrespect or even act a villain. She was a peaceful woman who was hopelessly in love with her cheating husband."Good afternoon." She looked uncertain as she took a seat on Mrs King's left hand side."You must be wondering why you're here. And I am the type to get straight into it. We both have a common enemy which is Lydia Miller. I plan to publish that she's cheating with your husband." Mrs Belligram scrunched up her face and jerked her head forward."Excuse me?" She assumed she hadn't heard clearly. Why would she think I would agree with this? What is she even t

I let out a breath and pointed at another person. I rubbed my lips together and used one hand to hold the microphone while using my handkerchief to clean my palm which was sweaty all of a sudden. It only happens when I'm nervous."Rumors have it that you have been hanging out with Nathaniel King despite everything, are you two working on being a couple again?" People began to talk amongst each other and it was quite amusing seeing how everyday early turned towards me for a response."We have hung out a few times, we are working on being friends that's all." I responded leaving no room for arguments."So you don't hate him nor anyone in his family?" Another question was thrown."I do not. Not even Mrs King. It's unhealthy and tiring to harbor hate." I responded."Why is the book then titled the Clapback?" The same person questioned and I chuckled weakly."Because I was tired of still getting attacked and abused by Mrs King even after getting divorced. A lot of horrible stuff was stoll

3RD POV:“So your fiancé, oh I am sorry, your boyfriend who impregnated you without giving you a ring first is crippled and useless? Or what did you all say?” He kept taunting with amusement written on his face. Andrew shut his eyes and clenched and unclenched his jaw. “Okay Mr Philips…” Lydia began and Mr Philips raised his hand to correct her.“First of all, tone. And it's Don Philips.” He smiled watching her while savoring the flavor of his cheesecake.“Dad, that's enough. Andrew is not crippled and in no way useless, okay?” Ari defended but her father looked up from his cheesecake and laughed deeply.“Why do you say that? He's still having sex with you even though he can't walk right?” Her father questioned and everyone sucked their teeth in irritation. “Yes, and I'm extremely satisfied.” Arianna replied and immediately regretted it seeing her father's eyes change.“Wonderful! I'm giving you two, just a month to get married and the wedding has to be the most luxurious wedding in