LOGINOnce 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
By the time Xavier's private jet touched down in Louisville. Iris was fast asleep in Xavier's arms, while Tasha was dozing off in her seat. Adam and Xavier were discussing business. "Why the sudden demand for a meeting? Why did they only demand your presence?" Adam wondered loudly. "We will find out in a few hours. Are you sure you don't have any pressing matters in the Stark group?" Xavier inquired casually. Adam volunteered to stay in Louisville until Xavier's issue with the Naga tribe was resolved. Moreover, with Benjamin's intentions unclear, he wanted to stay close to Iris. "Nothing that cannot be done on my laptop. The rest, my employees can handle," Adam replied. As their jet was parked, Tasha woke up. Drowsily, she followed after Adam, while Xavier carried Iris down the private jet. Luis was already waiting for them. "Good morning, boss," he greeted Xavier. When he noticed Iris, his carefully crafted blank expression slipped. A genuine smile appeared on his face. "I
In an unknown location, Master was seen tasting a dish. "This is good," Master murmured before wiping his mouth. Quietly, he walked out of the kitchen when his mobile started ringing. "What happened?" he demanded as soon as he answered the call. His tone was mild, but the authority in his tone was still loud and clear. "Master, our men did as they were told to do. But they messed up a little," the man on the other end informed hesitantly, as if he were scared. "What did they do?" Master inquired. His earlier calmness was now like a ripple on the water surface. He sounded livid. "Master, Bosco Russo and his mistress are not dead. They are alive. And they spoke with the cops who recorded their statement. Now the authorities are involved, but instead of Xavier Knight, James Morgan is implicated. That James Morgan's daughter blurted out Benjamin's name." he shared everything. Master fisted his palms. "That b*tch, she actually implicated Benjamin?" Master demanded angrily. If Be
'Were you not scared for your own life?' Iris wondered while looking at his sleeping face. He was alone when he found her. He knows the tribal people would be nearby even though they were not visible. Still he challenged the tribal lord. Its either Xavier is confident or reckless. She doesn't thi
"Looks like this family needs discipline" a voice from behind Iris made everyone sit straighter. But that voice made Iris feel so happy, that she almost cried. Xavier Knight stood beside Iris, looking as perfect as ever in his signature suit. Today he is sporting slight beard, which gave him an e
"Natasha, don't you think this dress is showing too much cleavage?" Iris asked while tugging at her dress. Like Xavier instructed, now Iris has a completely new wardrobe. All her old clothes were removed and new ones were replaced. When she looked at her wardrobe which didn't feel like her own,
Xavier's POV Xavier Knight was looking at the blood stained white bed sheets with a blank expression. He showered and ready for the day in his signature suit which highlighted his broad shoulders and narrow waist. Despite wearing a suit, nothing could hide the bulge in his biceps when ever he move







