“What did you say?” Vivian found it hard to believe what Ben just told her. “Recap.”“I said, Meera is acquainted with Greg Carl.”“How? How did that happen? Why are you just telling me that?!”“How was I supposed to know that she would keep such a big secret from me? She made me look like a fool in the eyes of everyone!”“This is not right... This is absolutely not right.” Vivian started pacing in the office. Suddenly she paused and looked at Ben, “Did you see her for who she really is now? She’s never been the Meera you think you knew. The Meera you grew up with was long gone and what remained was a selfish, secretive, and ambitious woman.”Ben frowned. He refused to believe that Meera had been playing him all these while. He thought he was on top of the game, only for her to send him falling with a heavy punch. He suddenly raised his head and looked at Vivian– she always had the best plans. “What should we do now? What if she gets a share of inheritance from my late grandfather?”
At the gym.. “Greg, why do you have her in your holiday house?” Sonia questioned as she watched him on the treadmill.“Is this related to work?”“No, but– ““Then leave it be.” Sonia swallowed the bitter taste in her mouth. How could she leave it be? Another woman had effortlessly stolen what she’s been watching out for, for years! Did Meera know the sacrifices she made to be able to stick by his side? Did Meera know how many times she schemed against the females around him to be able to become the only woman around him? Was Greg someone Meera could have? How dare she?! Sonia took a deep breath and a moment later, she was calm and elegant like she’s always been. “Mrs. Carl won’t like her. She’d be pissed if you don’t marry Rosie.” She wasn’t fond of Rosie either, but Rosie was a small matter compared to Meera. If she could talk him out of his stupid idea of being with Meera, she could also make him shove Rosie away. “You’re suspended,” Greg spat without looking back at her. Sho
Mr and Mrs Carl gave birth to five boys and two girls with the hopes of having a large family. Among the children and grandchildren, the majority came with their wives, husbands, Son-in-laws, daughter-in-laws, and grandchildren. On one of the ‘L’ shaped sofas were Greg’s parents and three sisters. Sitting beside them on another ‘L’ shaped sofa were Greg’s first and second uncle with their families. Greg’s first uncle’s wife glanced around. Everyone in the family was present except for Greg, so she turned to Greg’s mother and asked, “Samantha, is your son not coming today? I reckon he’s been missing from the family function for the past months.”Before Greg’s mother could respond, another of her co sister-in-law, Carolyn chimed in. “He’s not the leader of the family yet, but the family functions had already turned a joke to him. I wonder what would happen when he finally begins to lead the family. Hmph!” she scoffed, picked up her tea cup and elegantly blew on it to not scald her ton
In the family, only her children were seen as shameless, useless, and worthless because they don’t want to get involved in business, politics, and the country’s security. One of her sons chose to be a celebrity, Ronnie wanted to be a fashion designer but his exile complicated things for him. As for her only daughter, she chose to become a model. What is wrong with those careers? Indeed, her children don't make monetary contributions to the family, but her husband is a mayor and Ronnie has given the family a grandchild and another is on the way. Thick silence hung in the air after Madam Carolyn made that statement. Her husband frowned at her and so did the others. Although they tear each other down at every opportunity, calling Chloe a barren was a taboo in the family. Her condition was one of the many sacrifices that saved the family many years ago– even before Madam Carolyn was married into the family. “Who said that?!” Everyone simultaneously turned to the stairs, descending wit
“Mother, please, don’t be angry. Greg will take care of his affairs well.” Samantha tried to smoothen the situation but the stubborn old woman wouldn’t give in. “If he was willing to handle his affairs like a grown up, I wouldn’t have bothered to get involved. You two, his mother and father are worthless. Look at your daughters, none of them are willing to settle down. Do you also want me to find them husbands too? Then what good would you two be if I find them husbands? I can’t believe this. Seth, in what way have I wronged you? Why are your children hell-bent on not giving me great grandchildren? Do you think I have a thousand years on my side? ... ““Grandma, who is it that has angered you again?” Greg’s warm voice suddenly drifted in from the entrance. The old woman’s serious expression loosened up a bit and her wrinkled lips curled up slightly. But the moment she lay her eyes on Greg, her face turned unsightly again and she yelled. “Who else would anger me to the point of deat
Greg returned to his holiday house immediately he received a call from the housekeeper. Arriving at the house, Meera was sitting with her back to the headboard. Greg stood by the door, staring at the woman who was chatting with her friend and brother. None of them noticed his presence. He was about to leave to avoid eavesdropping but stiffened when Maria asked Meera a question relating to him.“When did you intend to tell me that you knew Mr. Greg? What relationship do you two have?”“Except that he’s a big name in the country, I have no idea who he is and why he saved me.”“He likes you, can’t you tell?” David threw in his opinion while playing games on his phone.“What do you know about love?” Maria took a jab at him and scoffed.“Sister Maria, stop looking down on me. I’m master of ladies’ hearts,” he said proudly.“Is that so, then the king of England is my father,” she playfully rolled her eyes.It seemed they wouldn’t be talking about him. He turned and was ready to leave but fr
‘I understand. I was deeply saddened and if Mr. Scott was still alive to witness this, he would have been heartbroken. I’m so sorry, Meera, you didn't deserve any of this.’ The mention of Mr. Scott pulled a string in her heart and she experienced another wave of heartache again. Would things have been different if the old man were still alive? Her resolve broke and more tears cascaded down her cheek like a fountain. “I miss him so much,” she subconsciously let out. ‘Which is why I called you. The reading of his Will shall commence tomorrow at 10 AM at his villa. You should be there.’“Why? Going there would only serve me worse. I’m sorry, Mr. Lynn, I’m not ready to see Ben right now.” ‘You’re not going for Ben, I can assure you. Mr. Scott specifically told me to invite you to the reading of his Will, otherwise I can’t proceed with the reading.’ Meera pressed her lips together, thinking of the chaos that could surface again. She was not ready to face Ben but this was about the man
“The Villa, where I lived, situated at number 5, South Street would be given to Meera and her brother, David.” He paused to look at Meera, she looked quite surprised probably because she didn’t expect to get a thing.Tears of gratitude and longing clouded her vision. She was content with the Villa. This place housed the happy memories she shared with the old man. Everyone else in the room scoffed. They would be upset if they were given this old and ‘unappealing’ villa instead of the ones that were truly worth something. “The money from all my accounts combined should be divided into two equal parts between Benita and Benjamin. The estates in and outside the country couldn't be divided equally between my granddaughter and grandson…” The lawyer further shared the land and everything else of property that the old man had equally among Benita and Benjamin. Benita and her mother were quite shocked that Benita received the same number of houses and land that Ben received. What’s more, h