Xavier ignored Kathrine’s yells as he walked down the stairs.“Xavier, I am talking to you.” She yelled as they got to the living room. He kept ignoring her as he picked up the files he needed in the living room. He was about to head out when the door opened and Carl walked in.Xavier wasn't expecting him, they were supposed to meet at work. Judging from the look on his face, he could tell something was wrong. Kathrine shot Carl a glare, she kissed her teeth before walking out of the living room.“What's wrong?” Xavier asked.“Last week we got a new source for our shipment to California and it has been going well with the source right?” Carl said.“Yeah. The Gustavo twins. What's the problem? Did the shipping go wrong?”“They are dead, Xavier.” Carl replied and Xavier raised his brows.“They are murdered before this morning.”“What?”“It's so crazy, man. They weren't together last night, Thane had a meeting in New York while Dennis was in Houston. They were in different places and w
“Because Vegas is the fucking playground of America!” She yelled happily and rushed towards the plane.“Oh, this is going to go bad.” Clara groaned and rushed after her. ~HOURS LATERClara walked into a suite with Lucy. She groaned and fell on the bed immediately.“Ugh, I am so exhausted.” She whined.“No one asked you to come along.” Clara replied as she went around the suite.“But you need me.” Lucy replied as she relaxed on the bed.“No, I don't.” Clara replied walking back to her and she rolled her eyes. “I know, but you might need me.” She said but Clara didn't give her a response as she started to unpack her bag.“So what type of business are you here for?” Lucy asked, sitting up.“None of your business.” Clara replied.“Why are you being cold all of a sudden?” “Go to bed, Lucy.” Clara replied and made her way into the bathroom.~THE NEXT DAYLucy heard laughter from her sleep, she slowly opened her eyes to see Clara on the couch laughing as she stared at her phone. She had
They headed to the club, Lucy shrugged off what Clara said. It wasn't so important. The drive was about twenty minutes before Clara pulled over in front of a building. It looked abandoned on the outside which made Lucy doubt if it was really a club. They got out of the car and headed to the entrance.“I have been to hundreds of clubs in my life and I know what a club looks like. Are you sure this is one?” Lucy asked and Clara chuckled.“Just watch.” She replied. They got to the entrance and met two huge men, Clara pulled out a card and handed it to them. They checked it and looked at her then Lucy before handing it back to her. “Welcome to the Valley.” One of the guards said and opened the door for them, they walked in. Lucy looked around, it was a long hallway, and at the end of it was an elevator. “Clara.” She called as they got to the elevator. “Give it a few more seconds.” Clara replied and pressed the button on the elevator. It moved downwards and in seconds, it opened.
“I told you, Lucy, try to keep up.” She said and Lucy screamed again.“Try to keep up? Really? This was what you meant when you said I should keep up? What the fuck Clara? I should keep up with you killing people?” She yelled and Clara rolled her eyes.“Can you keep it down? I am having a meeting here.” Clara said and Lucy stared at her in disbelief.This wasn't the Clara she knew. Although they weren't so familiar with each other she knew Clara was a sweet and naive person. What the hell happened to her? What happened within five years?“Clara… ““Shut up.” She cut Lucy off and she kept quiet immediately. “Anastasia… “ Diablo trailed off as she shot him in the head. Lucy watched in horror as the man fell dead and blood gushed out of his house. Suddenly the door opened revealing Xavier and Carl. They were both surprised to see Clara and Lucy but Clara wasn't surprised to see them. Xavier raised his brows seeing the gun in Clara's hand.“What are you guys doing here?” Carl asked, wa
PRESENT Clara noticed Xavier was following her and she drove faster. It wasn't easy driving high, she was glad it was in the middle of the night and the street was empty. Xavier finally caught up with her and stopped the car in front of hers which made her stop. He got out of the car and she got out too.“Ugh. For Christ’s sake, what the fuck do you want Xavier?” She asked, moving closer to him.“What is wrong with you? What the hell happened back there?” He asked as he got to her. She looked at him and rolled her eyes.“What happened was exactly what you saw.” She replied and turned to leave but he pulled her closer to himself and held her. He noticed her pupils were dilated, he raised his brows. She tried to pull away from him but his grip on her was firm.“You are high as fuck.” He said.“Yeah, thanks to your sister.” She rolled her eyes. “What happened to you Clara? Why are you like this? Why are you killing people? Why did you burn my warehouse?” He asked. She scoffed and for
THE NEXT DAY Clara walked out of the plane with a satisfied look on, she was back in California. Getting rid of Diablo was the only reason she traveled to Las Vegas. She got into her car and let out a breath, she missed her children a lot and couldn't wait to see them. It has only been a few days but it felt like it has been weeks apart from them. She never stays away from her kids. She missed Dexter too, she hadn't seen him in over a year. He is as busy as she was. After what seemed like forever, they arrived at her mansion. She got out of the car and walked into the house. She heard squeals immediately after she got in and her children rushed to her. She bent to their level and hugged them tightly.“I missed you guys so much.” She said as she held them. “We missed you too.” They giggled in response.“Welcome back.” She heard a voice say. She pulled away from her children and looked up to see Dexter. They both smiled at each other as they pulled themselves into a hug.Clara ch
“Good morning mummy.” Kaylee said walking into the dining room. She was sipping a cup of coffee and sitting next to Dexter.“Morning baby.” Clara replied as she took a gulp.“Morning Dexter.” She said with a smile and moved to him, he carried her on his lap and she placed her head on his chest.“How was your night, princess?” He asked and she replied with a wide smile. “Where is Kaylen?” Clara asked.“Here.” He replied walking into the dining room. His eyes were fixed on his phone as he walked.“I will take that. Thank you.” Clara said and took his phone from him.“Hey. Clara, why will you do that?” He yelled. She shot him a glare and he rolled his eyes. “Dexter.” He called and Dexter smiled at him. He moved close to Dexter and he also carried him on his laps. They were both on his lap and he fed them.Clara smiled as she watched them, she was grateful she had Dexter. Ever since they met, he has always treated her kids like they were his, he buys them lots of gifts and takes care of
PRESENT Xavier sighed as he went through the huge files in his presence, he was in his study trying to focus on work but he just couldn't stop thinking about Clara. He kept trying to figure out what happened to her.He already heard one of his men do a check on what she has been up to for the past five years but he couldn't figure out anything. It was a dead end. He couldn't get the image of her flipping Carl over her shoulder or holding a gun out of his head. He has been asking himself the same question over and over again since they got back from Las Vegas. What the hell happened to Clara within five years? Is she doing all this because she wants to get back at him? Is she up to something else? Who the hell is she now?“Dad.” Xavier heard and felt a soft hand on his, he snapped out of his thoughts and noticed his daughter next to him. She looked sleepy.“Hey.” He called softly and carried her on his lap. She placed her head on his chest and yawned.“Why are you up?” Xavier aske
Clara watched as Mrs. Blackwell was rushed out of the ballroom with everyone else. The few guests left in the room started to leave. In minutes, the ballroom was empty. She slowly sat at a table and relaxed in the seat. “That was a lot.” She muttered as she poured herself another glass. She exhaled heavily and took a sip. She checked the time on her phone and realized it had been over twenty minutes. “Should I go to the hospital too?” She asked out loud as she played with the glass in her hand. “I guess I should.” She said after thinking about it for a few seconds. She looked at the bottle of wine on the table and realized it was still halfway through. “After I finish this bottle.” She added with a smile. Clara walked into the hospital and walked to one of the nurses, she knew the hospital they were in. The Blackwells only use one hospital, the hospital they donate to every year, and built a private wing in it. “Excuse me, I am here to see Mrs. Blackwell. I am her daug
A WEEK LATER It's been a peaceful week in the city. No drama, no news, and everything has been going fine. The Blackwells too have been doing fine, Clara hasn't shown up for a week, and the last time anyone saw her was at Xavier’s warehouse. Kaylee and Kaylen have been doing fine, and Sarah has been doing well too. She now joins Mr. Blackwell at some meetings. Carl and Lucy have been preparing for their engagement party which will be in a few days. They don't want a crowd or too much attention so they didn't announce it. It was just a family thing with a few friends of Carl’s family and Mr. Blackwell. Xavier was busy preparing for anything that was about to come. He hasn't gotten a chance to talk with his father yet. He wasn't ready to have the conversation with his father, he was bothered he would find out things he didn't wish to know. ~The day of the engagement party came faster than it seemed, it was being held in the Blackwell’s mansion ballroom. Just like Lucy and Carl wa
“Is this because I flipped you over my shoulder in Vegas? You are still mad about it, right?” She asked with a smile. Carl glared at her before walking away from them. “You are on our side, right?” Kaylen asked and she turned to him.“Yes. Why wouldn't I be?” She asked.“You don't want to get revenge anymore, you just want to end this?” Kaylee asked.“I promise.” Clara replied with a smile. They nodded at her.“Can you leave now?” Xavier asked and she frowned.“No.”“How did you know we were going to get attacked?” Kaylee suddenly asked. “I have someone from the organization who is on my side. He informed me.” Clara replied and Kaylee nodded. “Hold on. I just thought about something. How well do you know Tokyo? You called her by a different name so you should know her well.” Kaylen asked Xavier.“Yes, Xavier. Tell them how you know her.” Clara added. Xavier glared at her before turning to his kids.“I dated her daughter.” He replied.“And?” Clara asked.“And killed her.” He replied
Kaylee ran down the hallway with Clara running behind her. The men ran after them too. Clara noticed a fire alarm and she turned it on, the alarm came on and the hallway got crowded in minutes which confused the men after them.“Is there really a fire?” Kaylee asked as Clara caught up with her and held her hand.“No, come on.” Clara replied and joined the crowd. They kept their head bowed as they walked.“Hold on, if they are after me, won't they be after Kaylen too?” Kaylee asked and Clara’s eyes widened. She forgot to check up on Kaylen.“Call him.” She ordered Kaylee and she did immediately. They took the stairs and rushed down.“He is not picking.” “Shit. Call Lucy and tell her to track his location.” Clara ordered.They were already close to the exit of the building. Kaylee dialed Lucy’s number and she picked up immediately.“Hi, Kaylee.” Lucy said happily.“Hmm, Aunt Lucy. I think Kaylen is in trouble, Clara needs you to get his location.” Kaylee said.“Fuck.” Lucy cursed an
The weekend was over and the kids were back to school, they arrived just like every other day and headed to class. Ever since Kaylee fought back her bullies, no one tried to bully her again. Allison and Nora tried to stay away from her.The school ended for the day, and Kaylee left early with her because she had a shoot. Sarah left with Beck to go hang out while Kaylen decided to hang out with one of the girls in his class.Kaylen decided to hang out with the girl before heading home, they went to a restaurant close to their school. As they had their meals and communicated, Kaylen’s phone rang. “Excuse me.” He said to the girl as he picked up his phone, it was a strange number calling. He furrowed his brows before answering the call.“Hello?” He called.“Kaylen.” He had a familiar voice reply.“Clara?” He called back.“Where the hell is Kaylee having her shoot?” Clara asked. Kaylen was confused a little. “What? Why are you asking?” Kaylen asked.“Answer my question Kaylen. Where
SIX YEARS AGOClara hissed in pain as she wrapped the bandage on her bloody fingers. She gritted her teeth as she tried to ignore the pain. She closed her eyes and relaxed on the seat. The door to the office opened and Tokyo walked in, she was surprised to see Clara in her office.“Why are you here?” She asked as she walked fully into the office. Clara didn't give her a response, she remained in her position. Tokyo took a seat at her desk and stared at her. She noticed her bloody hands, she had scars all over her body too and her hair was looking bad. “I am guessing from the way you look our target was eliminated.” She said, Clara slowly opened her eyes and stared at her.“You sent your men to attack me.” She said softly and Tokyo nodded.“Yes.”“Why did you do that?”“You went to California. Did you think I would never find out?” She asked. Clara furrowed her brows and sat up.“It's my kids’ tenth birthday, I couldn't miss it.” “Every bad action you take has consequences.” Tok
“Clara.” Kaylen called but she didn't respond. She was lost in thought.“Clara?” Kaylee called and slowly tapped her hand, she snapped out of her thoughts and looked at them.“Yeah, what?” She asked.“We asked you if you could tell us anything. You looked a little bit lost.” Kaylen said, she slowly nodded.“Yeah, there isn't much to say. We all lived in Australia, and Dexter and I raised you. Rita named both of you but you never met her, she died when you both were still babies. Tokyo was your friend and I worked for an organization, you both grew up in the building.” Clara explained and zipped her drink a little.“Oh.” Kaylee muttered.“If Tokyo was my friend why did you kill her?” Kaylen asked.“She is so annoying. I couldn't stand her anymore.” Clara chuckled. Her kids stared at her in disbelief and she smiled at them.“There is more to it, don't worry. I don't just kill everyone I find annoying.” She replied and they both sighed in relief.“Not all though.” She added and chuckled
“For fuck’s sake how hard is it to put a bullet in a fucking head?!” Clara yelled and her kids flinched.“If you are busy, we can just come back.” Kaylee said.“What? No. I am not busy, this is the perfect time.” Clara said with a smile. One of her men walked to her and bowed. Clara sighed before turning to him.“Just leave. All of you.” She ordered.“Yes, ma’am.” He replied and headed out with the rest of the men.“What… What about the man they shot?” Kaylee stuttered.“Oh, don't worry about that.”“So why are you guys here?” Clara asked.“Oh, Kaylen wanted to see you.” Kaylee replied. Clara looked at Kaylen and gave him a questioning look.“Right. I… I wanted to apologize for last night. I am sorry.” Kaylen apologized. Clara was surprised he apologized, she was expecting something else. Something mean from him.“Did Xavier make you do this?” She asked.“No.” Kaylen replied and looked at Kaylee, he was confused. “It's because you are so stubborn and arrogant, you don't always feel
THE NEXT DAY Kaylen walked out of his room and paused when he saw his father pacing the hallway. He looked lost in thought, he didn't notice Kaylen’s presence.“Dad?” Kaylen called. Xavier paused and looked up at him.“Oh, hey Kaylen.” He replied. Kaylen raised his brows and slowly walked to him.“What are you doing?”“Waiting for Kaylee. I need to apologize.” He replied. Kaylen realized he was pacing in front of Kaylee’s room.“Oh, she left very early this morning. It's the weekend remember? She is always busy with shoots on weekends.” “Oh, I forgot about that.” Xavier muttered and ran his hand through his hair.“I… I will head there. Do you know where her shoot is being held?” Xavier asked.“Dad, stop bothering yourself. It's Kaylee, your sweet girl. She is not mad at you.” Kaylen assured him but he wasn't relieved. He really needed to apologize to her, he didn't know his father was going to hit her.“It wasn't you that hit her, it was Grandpa. Stop worrying too much.” Xavier nod