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CHAPTER FIFTY-THREE: THE MAN WHO VANISHED

Author: Ebunoluwa
last update publish date: 2026-07-25 18:59:22

ALEXA'S POV

Jason 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, m
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  • ENTANGLED MARRIAGE    CHAPTER FIFTY-THREE: THE MAN WHO VANISHED

    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

  • ENTANGLED MARRIAGE    CHAPTER FIFTY-TWO: VOICES FROM THE PAST

    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

  • ENTANGLED MARRIAGE    CHAPTER FIFTY-ONE: The Truth Begins to Speak

    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

  • ENTANGLED MARRIAGE    CHAPTER 50: THE TRUTH BENEATH THE LIGHTHOUSE

    MRS. STONES' POVA cold smirk played on my lips.I never knew Suzan had hidden evidence.She had been smarter than I gave her credit for.How dare she?But now that I knew, I had to get to it before Alexa did.I couldn't allow everything I had worked for to come crashing down because of the Leonards—or anyone else.I picked up my phone and dialed a number.The thug I had hired answered almost immediately."The Cliffside House," I said calmly.There was a brief pause.Then the line went dead.He understood.A moment later, Sydney walked into my office."Mom, what are you planning?" she asked suspiciously."Getting the evidence Suzan left behind."Sydney folded her arms."And how exactly are you going to do that?"I sighed in irritation.She was beginning to get on my nerves."Tag along if you want to. Enough with the questions."Without waiting for a response, I grabbed my car keys from the table.Sydney smirked."I'll come with you. I want to see the look on their faces when everythin

  • ENTANGLED MARRIAGE    CHAPTER FORTY NINE: WHAT MOM LEFT BEHIND

    JOSIE'S POVJosie stared at her ringing phone.Her hands trembled slightly before she finally answered."Have you found out anything?" The cold voice on the other end asked immediately.Josie swallowed hard."They all went to Mr. Anderson's mansion. I don't know what's going on yet."A brief silence followed.Then the voice spoke again."You must find out."The words were calm.Too calm."If you don't want to risk your mother's life."Fear shot through Josie.Her grip tightened around the phone."Please..." she whispered."I'll do my best.""You'd better."The line went dead.Josie lowered the phone slowly.Her chest rose and fell rapidly.She bit her fingernails nervously.What was she supposed to do?How was she supposed to find out what they were hiding?Before she could think further, another call came through.Her heart nearly stopped.Mr. Jason.Why was he calling her?Had he found out?After several seconds of hesitation, she answered."Mr—""Josie."Jason sounded rushed."Go i

  • ENTANGLED MARRIAGE    CHAPTER FORTY EIGHT: A LETTER FROM THE PAST

    ALEXA'S POVJason was discharged today.According to the doctor, he had recovered remarkably well.The entire family came to the hospital to take him home.My mother.My siblings.His family.And Barbara.Things had been strange between us lately, and I knew it.Everyone was smiling, relieved that Jason was finally okay.As we left the hospital, we did our best to avoid the paparazzi waiting outside.I needed to talk to Barbara.The moment we stepped out, I hurried after her."Hey, Barbara," I called."Hiii..." she dragged out the word, surprise flashing across her face."It's been a while since we've really talked. You've been a bit distant lately," I said carefully.Barbara frowned."No, Alexa. You've been the distant one."I blinked."I don't know what's gotten into you. Yes, I know you've been going through a lot lately."She folded her arms."But I'm your best friend. What happened to telling me when you're having a bad day? What happened to telling me everything that's bothering

  • ENTANGLED MARRIAGE    CHAPTER FORTY-SEVEN: THE SAFE SECRET

    ‎‎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.

  • ENTANGLED MARRIAGE    CHAPTER FORTY: THE WAR BETWEEN FAMILIES

    PRESENT — HOSPITAL ROOMThe hospital room remained silent after my mother finished speaking.No one moved.No one even dared to breathe too loudly.The weight of her story hung heavily in the air like a storm cloud.I stared at Mom in confusion, trying to process everything she had said so far.Non

  • ENTANGLED MARRIAGE    CHAPTER THIRTY THREE: LOVE CONFESSION

    ALEXA’S POVWarm sunlight brushed gently against my face.I stirred, reluctant to open my eyes—but slowly, I did.The first thing I saw…Was him.Jason.His face was so close to mine, his expression softer than I had ever seen it.“Good morning, sunshine,” he said, a faint smile playing on his lips

  • ENTANGLED MARRIAGE    CHAPTER TWENTY TWO: THE EVIL PLOT

    SYDNEY’S POV“So, Mom, what exactly are you trying to do? And who is this man?” I asked sharply, irritation clear in my voice as my eyes settled on the stranger seated across from us.“Well,” my mother said calmly, “this man is helping me with Gresham’s documents.”I stared harder at him. The stran

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