LOGINALEXA'S POVI pushed the door open slightly.It creaked loudly, the sound echoing through the empty house.I took the first step inside.Silence.Complete silence.It felt as though time had stopped in the house years ago.Jace, Jason, and Mr. Anderson followed closely behind me.The first room was dark and dusty.I sneezed almost immediately."Bless you," Jason whispered."Thanks."He reached for the light switch.After a few attempts, the lights finally came on.I froze.Piles of documents were scattered across the floor.The furniture was covered with white sheets.Drawers had been pulled open.Several chairs were overturned.Books and papers were everywhere.The entire house had been ransacked.Someone had searched every corner of the place.And we all knew who it was.Mrs. Stones.My eyes slowly travelled around the room.Despite the years of neglect, the mansion was still grand.But its former beauty had faded.The paint was peeling from the walls.Several windows were broken.D
JENNIFER'S POVAustin covered my eyes with his hands as he carefully guided me forward.I wasn't exactly excited.Lately, excitement had become difficult.I was exhausted.Exhausted from the mysteries.Exhausted from the constant tension surrounding our family.Exhausted from pretending everything was okay."Just a few more steps," Austin whispered.I rolled my eyes playfully."If I trip and fall, I'm blaming you."He chuckled."I'll take responsibility."He finally removed his hands.My eyes widened.Candles flickered softly around a beautifully decorated table.Fresh roses sat in a crystal vase.Delicious-looking dishes covered the table.The entire setup was breathtaking."Austin..."I turned to look at him."This is beautiful."He smiled proudly."Have a seat, my lady."He pulled out a chair for me.I sat down while he took the seat opposite mine.Then he reached across the table and held both my hands.His eyes softened."You're beautiful."I laughed."And you're charming."We bo
JASON'S POV"Yesterday?" Alexa asked.She narrowed her eyes, as though trying to process what Dad had just said."Yes," Dad replied quietly.I rubbed my jaw, anxiety twisting in my stomach."How did Mrs. Stones find out about Jeffrey?"Dad sighed deeply. His face had gone pale."Katey has her ways. She's sneaky, intelligent, and resourceful.""She couldn't have known about Jeffrey by chance," I said. "I think she has someone watching us."Dad immediately stood and began pacing around his study."And who would that be?"Alexa suddenly gasped.I turned toward her.She covered her mouth, her eyes widening as though something had just clicked in her mind."What is it, Alexa?" I asked."Josie."The name dropped into the room like a stone."Josie?" Dad repeated.I frowned."What's wrong with Josie?""She was in the dining room when we were talking about Ashwood Psychiatric Hospital," Alexa explained, nervously biting her lower lip.Dad stopped pacing."Let's not jump to conclusions.""I don
ALEXA'S POVJason came downstairs with his tie hanging loosely around his neck.I smiled and walked over to him.Without saying a word, I gently took the tie from his hands and began knotting it.He watched me the entire time, a soft smile tugging at his lips.When I was done, I brushed an invisible speck of dust from his suit jacket."There," I said with satisfaction. "Now you look charming."Jason chuckled before leaning down to kiss my forehead.Then his lips found mine.The kiss deepened, making warmth rush to my cheeks.I laughed softly and pushed him away."You're going to be late.""Oh?" he teased. "A CEO is never late."I rolled my eyes."Oh, please."He glanced at his wristwatch."...Actually...""I am late.""I knew it," I laughed."You still have to eat before leaving."Taking his hand, I led him toward the dining room."Josie," I called."Please bring breakfast."Moments later, Josie entered carrying a large tray filled with pancakes, waffles, toasted bread and two steamin
JASON'S POVSilence filled the study as I pressed the PLAY button.The cassette crackled before two familiar voices echoed through the room.Richard Cardova.Jeffrey Lester."Gresham Building has recovered faster than anyone expected," Richard said.Lester let out a dry chuckle."Of course it did. It's your own fault you walked away when things got difficult. You and Edward started that company together, but you abandoned it.""I couldn't risk losing my shares," Richard replied.A brief silence followed."What exactly do you want, Richard?" Lester finally asked."The company.""The whole company."Another chuckle escaped Lester."In your dreams.""It can become reality... with your help.""And why would I help you?""Because once the company is mine, you'll get your share.""I'm not helping you, Richard.""I'm Edward Leonard's lawyer."Relief washed over me.For a moment, I'd feared my grandfather had chosen greed.Richard wasn't giving up."Lester...""Edward is using you.""Without
ALEXA'S POVA devilish chuckle echoed through the old cliffside house.My heart lurched.Mrs. Stones.She stood in the doorway with an unsettling smile on her face. Behind her were three burly men, each one looking more intimidating than the last.And beside her...Sydney Stones."What a pleasant surprise," Mrs. Stones said smoothly, her gaze sweeping across the room.A chill crawled down my spine.Mr. Anderson stepped forward, slipping both hands into his pockets."What are you doing here, Katey?"Her smile widened."I'm here to collect what's rightfully mine.""And what exactly would that be?" Jason asked coldly.His fists were already clenched.Mrs. Stones tilted her head."Oh, Jason... don't pretend you don't know."Mr. Anderson sighed quietly."Enough, Katey."His calm voice carried authority."Haven't you caused enough damage already?"Mrs. Stones laughed softly."I've only just begun, Max."Disappointment clouded Mr. Anderson's face."You've always been selfish.""You've never
Alexa’s POV I dressed quickly and drove to the restaurant Jason and I had agreed on. My mind drifted briefly to my mother and whatever she had wanted to tell me earlier, but it was clear she wasn’t ready yet. I pushed the thought aside. The restaurant was already buzzing when I arrived. I scanned
Jason’s POVWhen she entered the restaurant, I froze. Her hair—silky and perfect. Her eyes—captivating. Her lashes framed them like art, her lips were plump and tempting, her curves... flawless. Her smile was charming, and for a second, I forgot how to breathe.I tried to push her out of my head at
ALEXA'S POV"Alexa..."The moment I heard my name, I froze.My eyes widened in shock."Jason?"Tears instantly filled my eyes.He was awake.Jason slowly opened his eyes and looked around, appearing confused. He tried to sit up, but I immediately stopped him."No, don't.
“Have you carried out the investigation properly?” asked a woman whose face was hidden beneath a veil as she sat across from the spy in a nearly empty restaurant.“Yes, ma’am,” the spy replied. “They’re planning to build another hotel in Los Angeles, and their companies are expanding rapidly. Every







