"Chloe– how come you're awake?" Uncle Chris asked in a stutter. Chloe cautiously got up, and shivering, she rubbed her head and eyes trying to become fully awake while trying to understand the situation she was in. Just then the door flung open and Dawson and George walked in looking very startled. "Chloe– how come you're awake?" Dawson asked, his bright blue eyes beaming with anger.Upon hearing her father-in-law asking the exact question as Uncle Chris, Chloe was quick to realize what was going on. Even though she didn't remember George confessing this to her in her past life, she quickly understood that this must have been how they always analyzed her tattoo.She remembered George’s confessions and it dawned on her that according to the timeline, the family were yet to detect the exact location of the gold mine after all, George mentioned that her father was only killed upon detecting the location of the land. She didn’t know the exact date that their search became a success bu
"I'm up for another session tomorrow, Are you?" Bryce read out loud as he walked towards his brother who was working on his laptop in the living room. The living room of the Kensington Palace is a realm of opulence and grandeur with the soaring ceilings adorned with intricate chandeliers that cast shimmering light across the space. The room is expansive, with plush, regal carpets stretching across the polished marble floors, their patterns mirroring the elegance and sophistication of the Palace’s history. "Why is a married woman flirting with you?" He asked as he finally handed the phone to Blake whose eyes were already widened in shock. "What? Give it!" He scolded as he snatched the phone away from him and went through the message. "Bryce, can you stop being so ridiculous?" He sighed upon reading the message. "It's just a question from a patient." “Oh, is it?” Zane asked as he also joined them in the living room. “Who is this patient who doesn’t even have a regular schedule lik
Chloe quickly thought of what to say to wade off the suspicions, “I– that’s not what I meant.” “But you looked damn serious when you said it.” Blake said. “Blake, my Dad. His time is running out. I need to save him, that’s why I came to you.” Chloe skillfully diverted the topic. “What are you talking about now?” He asked curiously. “Are you ready to hear the rest of the story?” She asked, and Blake’s silence gave her the response she needed. “Dad never had a problem with George until he found out he was a Marlowe which makes me think there must have been a long line of family feuds which I don't know of. Dad was adamant about canceling my wedding but just a week before my wedding, he suddenly went on a world tour which I never thought was weird until I overheard that conversation.” Chloe explained.“The Marlowe kidnapped Dad and they are going to kill him in less than a month– on the night of our third anniversary.” She added. “I am being drugged every now and then just so the ca
CHAPTER TWELVE"Chloe. What's going on?" Jamie asked more suspiciously. "Are you keeping something from us?" She asked again."Is that true? Are you keeping something from us? Their questions were becoming too much and overwhelming for her that she blurted out, "Yes, I am!" Jamie and George were wide-eyed in shock as they wondered what she was keeping away from them. "What are you hiding?" They asked, unintentionally in sync. Jamie went further to ask, "What could that be?" Chloe's vibrant eyes suddenly looked dull and slightly downcast as she stared at the ground as if searching for solace. Her eyes welled with unshed tears, ready to pour forth at any moment, revealing the depth of her sorrow as she found her way to the neatly arranged set of sofa where she sat down, leaving them completely stressed out and outrightly worried. She was still a very big and important part of their plans which makes her a VIP. "Chloe…" Jamie called out as she took a seat beside her on the couch
Blake swiftly got up to his feet, his eyes filled with worry, "Chloe, what is wrong with you? Do you need me to come over? Is that place safe at all?""No…No, don't come!" Chloe replied sharply. "If you can– Forget I called." She added and immediately ended the call. Blake continued to pace about worriedly. In the end, he couldn't get a wink. ***Chloe had just had her nightmares that night and when she woke up, she sat on the floor, hiding at the corners of her bed while she watched George sleep peacefully. She realized she had made a big mistake calling Blake by that time of the night, especially after how he treated her the previous day. 'Stupid– stupid.' She cursed, her eyes bloodshot and her body covered in sweat. She continued to cry, blaming herself for the pain she was going through. Not only has she lost love, she has also lost her self-worth. The betrayal did a number on her mental health.Scenes from the horrible night played consistently in her head, causing her noth
"What?" Chloe asked in disbelief, her eyes widened in shock. "Is he keeping an eye on me now?" She wondered. "Yeah. Apparently, someone has been following you and upon reporting to your husband, he finds it obviously suspicious and he's on his way." Blake explained further. "He's on his way?" Chloe asked and Blake just nodded in affirmation. Chloe gently bit the tip of her index finger thinking of what to do. Leaving the Hospital in haste before George arrived won't change anything. If anything, it would make him more suspicious of her since he already knew she was here so leaving wasn't an option. She needed to kill his suspicions before they pile up. 'Huh, Juan!' She gasped as she picked up her phone and stood up to her feet. She quickly dialed Juan's number and paced around, waiting for him to answer."Chloe, what are you doing?" Blake asked curiously as he also got up to his feet and walked towards her. "Aish…" She groaned, biting her fingertip a little more aggressively a
CHAPTER FIFTEENAs Chloe drove her Benz into the mansion, she was both confused and surprised to see Marlowe's mansion crowded and in a mess with thick dark fumes coming through the backyard of the mansion. Two fire trucks, an ambulance, a black van, and a Royal car were in the compound, confusing her even more. "What the hell…" "SIL, thank goodness you're finally here. We've been trying to reach you and George but it's not going through." Ruby complained as she pulled Chloe towards the garden at the back of the house. "What's going on Ruby? Where is the smoke coming…" Chloe could barely complete her statement when she sighted from a distance, the classic hut in the garden burning fiercely. "OH, MY WORLD!" Chloe mouthed in disbelief, her eyes widened in shock. "What happened, Ruby? How on earth did this happen?" She asked curiously. "We don't know anything yet. Nothing is certain but Uncle Chris…" "NO!NO!" Uncle Chris' voice cut Ruby shut as he fought the firefighters, trying
"You looked so cute with your flustered face, I just couldn't resist." Chloe squeaked delightfully while still staring into Blake's shiny brown eyes. Zane coughed, pulling their attention to his presence and Blake immediately gasped, finally able to breathe again as he quickly dropped his gaze from Chloe's unwavering eyes. "Don't you agree with me?" Chloe asked, turning to look at Zane who was looking even more flustered. Blake quickly used the opportunity to bring out a small packed bag from his inner coat and as soon as Chloe turned back to face him, he dangled the bag in front of her face. “This will help with your diagnosis. You should take care of your health to fight against such strong opponents.” Blake skillfully diverted the topic as he was unsure of his emotions. “What?” Chloe asked, sounding offended. “It was just a kiss– A peck and you’re already afraid I might infect you with my disease? It's not like I’m asking you to sleep with me!” She scolded angrily, her words l