Chapter 112Lily's pov I nodded and made my way to the office, feeling the weight of the past few days pressing on my shoulders again. I sat at my desk, trying to push away the gnawing feeling in my stomach. The feeling that something was about to change.It didn’t take long for Richard to call me into his office. I could tell by the look on his face that whatever was coming next wasn’t good. He looked up at me as I stepped into the room, his expression serious.“Lily, Max here informed me that the person responsible for the unsettling calls you’ve been receiving is someone working right here,” Richard began, his voice tight with anger. “Someone who is on my staff.”My blood ran cold. “What? Who might that be?” I asked, my voice trembling slightly despite my attempt to stay composed.“You’ll find out shortly,” he said, his eyes flashing with anger. He picked up the phone and quickly dialed Sandra, his PA. “Sandra, I need you to come to my office with Sasha. Immediately.”I froze, my
Chapter 111Lily's pov.“He didn't say, however, he said he will meet me at the office on Tuesday morning “, Richard said.“Finally, all of these will be over. I'm hoping the calls and the attempt on our lives are related”“I hope so too Lily .”It was finally time to go back to the reality waiting for us on land. Our yacht got to the port about 7: 30 pm. Richard's driver and my bodyguard were already waiting for us with one of Richard's Royce phantom. White in colour with a tinted glass all through. It was bullet proofed like the rest of his car. “I want to lead a simple life Lily, my parents with all their wealth, never had any. It draws attention and it is something I do not want”. He had said to me“The sound of Richard’s voice filtered through the study door, a quiet murmur, but enough to rouse me from my light slumber. It was early, still dark outside, and I could tell from the sound of his voice that he had already started his day. His routine was as methodical as ever, even
Chapter 110Lily's pov The last day of our romantic cruise had arrived too soon. The days we had spent out on the open sea, far away from everything that had haunted us back on land, felt like a dream. The warm sun, the endless ocean, the soft lull of the boat gliding through the water—it had been everything I needed. A reprieve. A break. A chance to be with Richard in a way that felt like it was just us against the world. But now, standing on the bow of the yacht with the golden light of the setting sun casting a soft glow on the water, I could feel the weight of the reality waiting for us back on land.Yet, for now, I pushed it all aside. I wanted to savor this moment, this last evening with Richard, and not let the looming future steal what we had here.The dolphins we had watched earlier that day were now long gone, their sleek bodies disappearing into the vastness of the ocean. Their presence had been brief, but beautiful. The sight of them had lifted my heart in a way nothing e
Chapter 109Lily's pov The next morning, the sun rose slowly over the ocean, casting a warm glow across the horizon. The air was fresh, carrying the salty scent of the sea, and the gentle rocking of the yacht beneath us seemed to match the rhythm of my heartbeat—steady, calm, and at peace.I awoke to the soft sound of waves lapping against the side of the yacht and the quiet hum of life around us. The cabin was still, with the only movement being the flicker of light through the curtains as the breeze pushed them gently aside. Richard was still asleep beside me, his arm draped protectively over me, his body heat a source of comfort in the cool morning.For a moment, I allowed myself to simply lie there, resting in the security of his embrace. The tension that had built up over the past weeks, months even, had started to melt away. It was as though being out here, in the middle of the ocean, with nothing but the open sea stretching out before us, had transported me to another world—a
Chapter 108Lily's pov By the time we reached the port, the evening sky had begun to change colors, a breathtaking fusion of pink, orange, and violet casting a soft, romantic glow over the water. The warm hues of the sunset danced across the ocean, painting the horizon in a way that seemed almost unreal. The air was still and gentle, the soft breeze carrying the sweet scent of salt and the promise of a peaceful evening. For the first time in what felt like forever, I allowed myself to breathe deeply, to fully take in the beauty around me.The past few days had been overwhelming. The constant worry, the never-ending tension, the fear of what was lurking just around the corner. But now, here I was, standing on the edge of the world, or so it seemed, about to embark on a weekend getaway that promised nothing but peace and serenity.Richard’s private yacht gleamed under the setting sun, sleek and modern, a magnificent sight against the backdrop of the twilight sky. The lights along the
Chapter 107Lily's PovStanding by the garden, the late afternoon sun casting golden rays over the flowers, I couldn’t help but lose myself in my thoughts. The garden was peaceful, a perfect contrast to the storm of emotions and worries swirling inside me. I had been thinking about Mia’s words two days ago when she came to visit. She had suggested that I track the phone numbers that had been haunting me with strange, unsettling calls. The idea had seemed strange at first, but now, standing here, I realized it was the only way to gain some clarity.I had discussed Mia’s suggestion with Richard, and to my relief, he had agreed. “I think it’s a great idea, Lily,” he had said, his voice calm and steady. “You know what? Send the numbers to me, and I’ll have Max look into it.” I felt a small weight lift from my shoulders at his support.But even with Richard on my side, the feeling of being constantly watched, hunted even, still lingered. The thought of someone stalking me was enough to sen