Masuk"You mean to say, Mathias and his family are not trustworthy?" Adam inquired. He seemed as if even he was shocked by this twist of events. "I feel guilty for suspecting Mathias and his family. Because they have served us diligently for decades now. But recent incidents are making me suspect their involvement. Yesterday, Ethan tried to negotiate with Hansen and his people even though he was informed that I am coming here. He seemed to be under the impression that I might not come," Xavier pointed out. Morgan tried to marry Iris, and he got involved. If not for Benjamin's subtle warning, Xavier would have fallen into their trap and would have been stuck with legal obligations back in Italy. Ethan shouldn't have known that. He shouldn't have guessed that Xavier's plans might change. But he did. That made Xavier suspicious as soon as Hansen shared the existence of a man who had been a shadow for years, but he didn't know about him until now. "I don't understand. Even if you suspect Math
In an unknown location, the Master is seen cleaning a mirror that has already been cleaned by someone else. But the maid missed a spot. "Did you finish the task?" Master inquired of his man, who had his head hung down. "Master, we couldn't. She escaped," he replied in anger. Master paused what he was doing and glared at his man. "A dozen men couldn't kidnap a weak woman? What use are you?" he snapped angrily. He was losing his composure the longer it was taking to separate Iris from Xavier. "Master, we went on the same trial that they went on. But somehow, they were not there. It's as if they disappeared without a trace," he shared. Master raised his hand and slapped the man who failed in his task. "Idiot. They are still somewhere in those trails. They didn't return home yet. Go and kidnap Iris no matter what," he snapped. That man left with a swift nod. On the other hand, in Xavier's Louisville residence, the landline started ringing loudly. The shrill sound of the tele
Once the jeeps reached the heart of the Naga tribe, Xavier, Iris, and the others were received by Hansen, his brother, and other men and women from the tribe, along with Adam and Ethan. The Naga tribe is nestled in the deep forest, surrounded by thick undergrowth and overgrown foliage. One side of the tribe has a water stream flowing down to the Louisville town. The tribe itself is a village of over 700 people living there. There are more than 300 huts neatly built in a circle. Each hut is made of thick, unpolished wooden walls and a ceiling. All the huts are single-storey homes. Some are big, and some are small. The roads within the tribe seem to be newly developed tar roads. The tribe is neat. Men are all dressed in shorts, leaving their well-toned torsos bare. Women are wearing tube blouses and knee-length skirts, leaving their collarbones and midriffs bare. The skirts of women are simple printed handlooms. Every hut in this village is surrounded by trees like apples, guavas, grap
In Louisville, Iris, Tasha, Sara, and Susan were exploring the forest through the walking trails, which many tourists use for trekking. Safe and out of danger. Unlike last time, when Susan and Iris got into trouble. "Wow, this place is absolutely beautiful. This feels like a vacation," Tasha hummed. When her parents told her that she needed to leave Italy for a while, she felt as though she had been exiled. With Iris, she hoped that it wouldn't be that bad. Now, in Louisville, this place is a natural wonder. It's just been a few hours since she landed, and she is feeling like she is in par: noe: no concrete buildings, no asphalt roads, no high-rises, just beautiful homes surrounded by breathtaking nature. "I was in awe when Iris described this place. Now that I am standing here, she was spot on. This place is truly beautiful," Sara agreed. Iris chuckled. Based on what Susan said, she understood that they got caught by those tribal men the last time they were here. "Then wait unt
In an unknown location, the Master is seen snipping the dead leaves and thorns from the rose plants. His work is leisurely and unhurried. "Master, Xavier Knight is speaking with Hansen. No one knows what they were speaking about. But based on their reaction, it looked like something very important," one of the Master's men shared. The master didn't pause or stop what he was doing. "Something important? For whom? Xavier? Or that brute Hansen? What can that uneducated, worthless tribal man tell Xavier Knight?" Master dismissed it as if it were nothing. "Hansen caused such a big ruckus near the site; I thought you might be interested to know what that was all about," that man explained. Master finished the plant he was cutting and moved to another one. "As long as it's something about how to acquire that mine, I don't want to know this uselessness. That Hansen might be begging for something else. Previously he wanted water, then electricity, and then a proper road. This ti
Susan and Tasha were watching both the girls. Matching smiles played on their lips. Susan heard about what happened to Iris. She was not aware that Iris had lost her memories. Susan liked Iris; she was sweet. "Sister Iris, you might not remember me. Let me reintroduce myself. I am Susan. My father is Butler Mathias, and my elder brother Ethan works for Mr. Knight," Susan said sweetly. Iris glanced at the young girl with a smile. "Hello, Susan. It's a pity that I don't remember you. But I am sure we can make good memories together again," Iris said sweetly. Susan beamed. "I am hungry, guys. These pancakes are too yummy. Can we eat?" Tasha asked while rubbing her stomach. All the girls laughed with amusement. Just then, Mathias brought a plate full of bacon and scrambled eggs. As the maids served them breakfast, the girls giggled and laughed over their own jokes. "I want to go see that forest. It looks so beautiful from my windows," Iris asked Susan. Susan choked on a piec
"Hey Iris" Chase Winston greeted her with a bright smile. He is the younger son of the reputed Winston family and her senior in law school. He is handsome and charming. He is the dream guy of the entire Houston university in Chelsington. The Winston's are the second generation rich family. The Knig
Iris found herself lying naked in bed with her supposed brother-in-law. Her back was facing his front and his arm is wrapped around her waist. One of his palms is touching and caressing the small black color birth mark sitting in the valley between her breasts. Its slightly raised and he can feel i
Iris stood still, her body as rigid as a board. She knows what's coming. 'Your sister is not a virgin. Xavier Knight would find out the moment he gets intimate with her' Iris couldn't shake those words. She was an orphan who was adopted by the Jones family. They never treated her poorly. Now that
Iris Jones, the younger daughter of the Jones family is standing on the Altar, taking her vows with Xavier Knight. "Natasha Jones, do you take Xavier Knight as your lawfully wedded husband" the priest's words felt like a nail on Iris's head. She was not supposed to stand there pretending to be her







