Emily “No, I wasn't. Let’s go.” I pull her by her wrist even though I know she wants to use the bathroom. I’m so flushed and bothered and I can’t believe I let myself get so far. The most scary part is that I have no regrets and that worries me. “Dr. Harper. We were about to send a search party for you.” The team jokes when we reach the table and I laugh nervously. “I’m so sorry, I had to make some calls.” I lie and they seem to buy it because everyone goes back to chatting and when I look at the time, it’s 10 PM. My eyes pop out of my socket, “Oh now, I need to go. You should too, tomorrow we get to serious work.” I wave at everyone. “You got it Doc!” From the corner of my eye, I can see Liam start to bid farewell and that makes me almost sprint out the door. I double my step when I bump into someone, “I’m-” “Emily?” William says with shock evident in his eyes. “Hi William, I'm in a rush right now. Let’s talk later” I wave but he stops me by pulling my wrist. I frown as

Emily As I sit in my office looking at the list of families that are interested in medicine, I can’t help but think back to this morning and how we ended our conversation. I’m feeling terrible and no matter what angle I look at it from, he was right and I’m being unfair so I take my phone and dial his number which he picks up on the first ring, “Hi.” I breathe. Suddenly not knowing what to say or how to address the issue, I get tongue-tied. “Yes baby, do you need something?” He asks patiently and his calm voice makes me even more nervous or is it the way he calls me “baby” even when he’s angry? “I just wanted to apologize for earlier, you’re right. They’re your kids too so I shouldn’t be selfish.” I breathe again and he sighs on the other end. “Okay. Thank you for telling me.” He says. “Okay, then,” I respond and cut the call. My palms are sweaty and my heart is beating so fast. There is a knock on the door and Lily’s frame coming into view makes me breathe a sigh of relief. Fi

Victoria I decide it's time to throw a party, something extravagant to show everyone how fabulous my life is. After all, it's been ages since I hosted one, and what better occasion than the return of my longtime friend Kate? New York deserves to witness the glamor that is Victoria Smith. It seems Liam has blocked me and after working so hard to get that bitch out of his life it has been harder because no matter what I do, she just won't stay away. She’s like a moth drawn to a flame and eventually, I will burn her to the damn ground. Seeing that interview Liam did to clear her name drove me so crazy I had to fire ten people that day! I sigh as I sit up, I know how desperate she will be for that deal and eventually, that brave face she wore yesterday will be wiped off her face as she begs me for the deal. I smirk at the satisfaction of seeing her beg for my mercy while Liam has abandoned her and is by my side. Everything will soon be in place. I know that for sure. With a smile on my

Liam “Well, we saw how she talked to you!” Kayden speaks first and is backed by Hayden. I’m highly impressed because I didn’t know my twins were this intelligent. I mean hacking a company is another thing but watching the meeting and hearing the audio is a whole skill to another level. I will have to ask them to tell me more when we’re alone because it seems that Emily has been hiding things from me. I can’t believe I didn't know that Victoria tried to sabotage her new collaboration. I will teach her a lesson she won’t forget. I grind my teeth in irritation but quickly calm myself down as I don’t want to scare the kids. “You may go.” I turn to Jake. A fuming Emily is about to nail the twins with her gaze. “We told you, we’d protect you, mummy.” They add in unison and I can see her anger vanish from her eyes instantly. “Well, that was a lot of money. Can you transfer it back?” She asks with worry in her voice. “What if they trace you and you get in trouble? She is not a very kin

Emily I turn to Liam, grateful for his defense. "Thank you," I say quietly. He nods, his eyes reflecting a mixture of concern and frustration. "Focus on what needs to be done. I'll handle the rest." As the door closes, I take a deep breath and proceed with the tests hoping to find the answers that I seek. Hopefully, I will be able to diagnose her sooner than later. I look at Theo, "Theo, I need your consent to remove her from the machine so that we can begin the treatment. It's the best chance she has." He nods, "Do whatever it takes, Dr. Harper. We trust you. I’m so sorry about my sister I will ask her to apologize" “That won’t be necessary.” I move slowly and carefully, disconnecting the machine and carefully monitoring her vital signs. With Liam’s help, we shift her to a more comfortable position. I begin the initial treatment, administering medications that will hopefully help reduce the effects of the chemicals and provide some relief to her weakened body. Theo’s phone ri