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"Anthony, can't you see?" Tonet wept as she pointed at Adrian, implying, "He is influencing you to make these decisions. You are not thinking straight -""As a matter of fact, I have never seen more clearly since I married you, Tonet," Anthony declared. "How could you bring Leni here when you knew I
"Can your mom and I stay with you until I finalize my divorce with Tonet?" Anthony asked. Finally, Adrian stood up. He could not hold himself back. He walked to his father and gave him a warm embrace. "I'm so glad you kept Mom's old photos and things. I know you did, but I wasn't sure anymore when
“Oh, look! It’s Ramona, Charles Eros’ lover! And Leni too!” The media referred to Leni and Ramona as they walked toward the grand ballroom. Very quickly, reporters crowded around them. Leni was always used to striking a pose when there was a camera, and Ramona also desired attention. Hence, she pos
Fredrick was beaming and looking so proud of himself while some people around him clapped their hands and offered praise. “Congratulations, Mr. King!”“Looks like Fredrick will remain to be our CEO.”While Fredrick was receiving praises, heads slowly turned to the aisle. Ramona saw Adrian King movi
Fredrick was ecstatic. He was within arm's reach of Kyle Wright, one of the most influential businessmen in the country today. Not only would he establish a connection with the Wrights, but he was also already in partnership with Charles Eros!'Huh!' He thought. Fredrick could already imagine Adrian
The anniversary party was bustling with guests. While half of them mingled in small groups, enjoying appetizers with wine or juices, the rest were captivated by the intriguing interaction between the Wrights and Adrian King.Everyone's expressions varied. Some were simply dumbfounded, a good number
'What's happening?' Leni wondered, seething with anger at the way she was being treated. She couldn't grasp why Kyle Wright was backing Adrian, especially after all her efforts to tarnish his reputation. It was as if her status as an Eros meant nothing!Wasn't it a practice for the powerful and weal
When Leni turned to the Kings, she saw Tonet point at Adrian, Abner, and Anthony, saying, "That means you will be kicked out of the company, officially!""Yes," Nolan echoed. "Anthony, Abner, Adrian, we agreed that you would sell your shares if Fredrick secures the hundred-billion-dollar project fro
“Mommy, Kingston threw sand at me!” Adrianna complained, pointing at their youngest sibling, Kingston.“Daddy—he—not share!” Their second daughter, Trysta Sage, cried, tears flooding her cheeks.Yes, they now had three kids. After Charlie gave birth to Trysta, Taylor was determined to prove he could
OVER FIVE YEARS LATER.Every corner of the court pulsed with tension and noise. The scoreboard flashed: Luxford Iron Pulse – 98 | LA Lakers – 99.Twenty seconds left.One chance.One shot.Taylor’s pulse matched the roar of the crowd. This was everything they had trained for—sweat, pain, years of fa
“Are you guys enjoying your time?” Maxwell asked one table.Mia: “Love it!”Frank: “Love the home!”Taylor: “Food is great, man.”Charlie was feeding Adrianna with a bottle. She said, “This neighborhood is perfect for raising a family, Max. You made a great choice.”Dawn, seated between Charlie and
St. Liora’s Chapel of Grace, Luxford.“Congratulations!”“Best wishes!”Charlie shook Luke’s hand and said, “I hope you cherish what you have with McKenzie, Luke.”“Of course,” Luke replied, shaking her hand. “I have you to thank for… you know, making me value what I have more.”“Good,” Charlie said
Then came Frank’s wedding.Charlie and her friends never even knew Frank was dating! He’d kept it a secret because his last relationship ended badly, and he didn’t want another heartbreak. But his new boyfriend came through. He was older, more responsible, mature, and ready to settle. Frank met him
Adrian looked prepared to veto the baby’s name, but Charlie and Taylor had already agreed on one that was acceptable to both families.Savannah and Grayson had flown to Halliport to welcome their first grandchild. Naturally, Charlie’s parents were also present.“We decided to name her Adrianna Grace
“Because I love him! We were both two broken people who found each other. There’s nothing wrong with that!” McKenzie shot back.Then, after Luke had recovered from the fall, he got up and pushed Jeremy slightly. He said, “Life is like that. Sometimes, you lose your chance with a great person. Take i
“I can’t believe you right now. I haven’t even given birth yet, and you’re already pregnant!” Charlie exclaimed while having afternoon snacks with Dawn at a cafe near the University of Halliport.“I was expecting them to get pregnant months ago!” Frank remarked.“Why is that?” Mia’s boyfriend, Seth
All in all, they made love five times, which was already an achievement considering they had gone swimming that morning.Taylor was still on top of Charlie, breathing heavily, his length still inside her.“Fuck, you’re so wet inside, Babe,” Taylor hissed as he got up. “Don’t get up. We need to make