KELVIN'S POV"Let me help you with that" I stretched out my hands to take what was on the floor.The supposed Claire stood there watching me."Um...hi, sorry I had to approach you this way.." I smiled so hard.This is the most stupid day of my life. Seeing myself so calm and polite with a woman is something I didn't expect so soon. Her eyes were glittering with Joy, I guess she must be proud of her son's performance."Hi...how...how may I help you Mr...?" She twisted her neck as a sign that she needed my name."Kelvin." I smiled and walked closer."Actually I won't say I need your help. Just saw your son's performance and thought I should appreciate him." I fake a smile.She fell immediately for this , that was the simplest lie that lurked around my head."Oh, that's so nice of you." She turned to get his attention from his friends."He'll be back soon." She drew her son away and brought him to me.I smirked when I saw the boy's tenderness."Hello, your show was amazing and I wish to
CHLOE'S POV My day and night was spent watching Lucas and his company's rate. I had a lot of fun doing it, I starved myself of the fun I would have outside just to be with Lucas and his company."What's going on, is he mourning his lost worker?" I smiled as I threw some popcorn into my mouth."Or maybe Claire won't let him focus on the things that he has to do," I smirked.My wine was served to me. It was a daily routine for me that I had to drink more wine like it was some medicine.I thought less about the side effects. I just wanted something to keep me going."Make sure I don't need to ask for more," I said to one of the men that served me...I lived with two heavy men who did all the work, including making me satisfied whenever I wanted.I might be called a slut or whatever bitch name they had for me.There was nothing that got me smiling like a fool than the feeling that I was winning. "What's keeping Alex?" I had expected a report from him now.I didn't take my eyes off the s
LUCAS POV I do not know how to get him off my mind. Claire made a mistake, and now I am so m, much into it. My parents still had this r, age and wanted me to give them a clear reason why I did not want to marry Chloe.Staying home wouldn't solve anything; it would just make things worse."I need to get some refreshment," I said to myself.Everyone was so busy trying to help my parents, and I didn't want to be questioned either, so I took the job and served myself."Shit!!!!" I splashed the ketchup on myself."I am not I; Ihe kitchen, God damnit!" I exclaimed in anger,r.I just felt I didn't-should have broken every single thing that was around me. I got out of the kitchen."What are you up to?" I bumped into me along the way."Nothing," I answered plainly and left for my room immediately.She looked at me; I know how she had a lot of things to say but, at the same time, didn't want to annoy me.I slammed my door on her, I don't want to say much nor do I want to hear much from her.M
Anger POV Kelvin?The name repeated itself in my head. Which Kelvin are we talking about here? Why is he and who....Gosh I had so much fucking question on my mind."UncleMommys he..... " I interrupted him immediately."You don't have to get closer to him okay? He has given you the best gift now, stay off." Worst gift if I was to be sincere."I would warn you to do the samto e." I lifted my head towards Claire's direction.She was cooked with confusion, she could barely look at a place for seconds. Her eyes wandered in my eyes trying ,o find out what was wrong...I felt my hands vibrating in anger already, Brian got scared."Did I do something wrong?" He added with a soft voice that melted my heart. "No, boy. You didn't do or say anything wrong. I just want you and mommy to be careful." I said to him,I could feel that anger coming out again and I don't have whatever excuse to use this time. I got up and took my leave."Go back to your room, Brian." It was hard for hi accept the wa
CLAIRE'S POVLucas avoid,ed me everywhere. He claims he came ttalke only Brian and if I try to say anything he turns deaf.All the attempts to try and say something to him were unsuccessful, he always pushed me away. He spent all his time with Brian, but that didn't last for long."Kelvin.." I hmelped Brian wit; thisname.There was an awkward silence after that. He could b,arely talk to Brian ,like how he always does, his hands were trembling though he tried to hide it from Brian.He walked away and followed him. By this time Brian had gone back inside and I saw this as an opportunity to take to him."This is not the tim,eMomlaire." Those were his last words before he closed the car door. I stood there stunned by this scenario. No words were in my mouth to speak."Get up!!!" I shouted at Brian.He was stressing I and the nanny, this was fun for him but wasn't for me.If it was another day I would accept that but today, I need to be in the office early."You don't have to stress mommy
CCare'S POVIt was the day for Kelvin to meet Claire. I was so against it but I do not hav,e the right to control him.He is only helping me. While he goes to distract Claire, I head for Lucas. He was in a meeting, I waited patiently for him not until I felt like I was wasting so much time."I need you to call him." I said to the receptionist who didn't like me.From the look on her face I knew how much she wanted me to get out of sight. As long as she can't speak to my face, her expressions will forever be useless to me."He is in a meeting and he gave an instruction that....""I don't care what fucking instruction he gave, I need to see him now. Or you are at risk." With this I walked to his office.I met his s; inlled assistant com,,ing from his office. She stared at me like I fell from some heaven.; I"Are you....""Yescared care less about whatever shits she had to say. I got into the office and slammed the door. All I want is for Lucas to come see me.While waiting patiently,
Don'tS POVI heard; allhone ring several times but I felt reluctant to pick it up. I did not expect anyone to calbreathehoever it waswhonew the person wasn't important.The call came in again and I bluntly ignored it. If I was closer to the phone I would probably smash it on the floor so I would have peace and concentrate with work."Finally I can hear myself breathe." I Sighed.Just a few minutes after I thought that I was free from the noise; shephone rang agaopen"Who the hell is...." I paused immediately. I picked up the phone and found out that it was Claire. Claire?What does she have to tell me?I picked up the call and patiently waited for her to speak. The least thing I expected cane from her Nevertheless, I accepted the offer.Immediately after work I drove over to her place, the dining was ...ready set with lots of food that would not be eaten.We had dinner and when it got to the point for us to speak, I would choose to remain silent but I didn't want this night to be li
I plan POVThe threats were too much, I do not want to put my child in some, stupid risk for no reason. He would nothave to suffer for some stupid reason.wouldcourage I got to speak back at Chloe I am not sure I have that courage to speak again. She might come with some other stupid plans t; youime around.I am not read,y for her madness yet.Immediately I was done with what the company needed, and showed Mirabel a few things that she will need to hwasdle."I am sorry I will have to leave you with the w.oSBCractso handl; theyo not know that this will become more severe, you will have to be sensitive please."I instructed her..."Are you going to be coming back soon?" She asked.I could see the expression on her face that she is tired of me already. There is no way I would stay here sbc act normal, they are just after my life."I won't say for long. It is an emergency, I wouldn't want to, leave you just like that with them anymore." I sighed.Mirabel looked at the edge of the door. She
Claire sat across from Lucas and Prince Will in the small cafรฉ near the courthouse, her hands wrapped tightly around her coffee cup. The warm steam curled into the air, but she barely felt it. Her mind was set on what she was about to say.Lucas watched her carefully, his deep honey-gold eyes filled with something unreadable. Prince Will, on the other hand, leaned back slightly, observing her with quiet curiosity.Claire took a deep breath. โIโve made a decision,โ she said finally.Lucasโs jaw tightened slightly. โWhat decision?โClaire exhaled. โIโm moving away. Iโm taking Brian with me to another city.โSilence.Lucasโs entire body went still. PrinceWill raised an eyebrow but said nothing.Lucasโs fingers tapped against the table once, twice, before curling into a fist. โYouโre taking Brian away from me?โClaire swallowed hard. โLucas, after everything that happenedโฆ I need a fresh start. Brian needs a fresh start. He deserves to live in a place where he isnโt constantly looking ove
Claire sat in the hospital waiting room, her hands clenched together so tightly that her knuckles turned white. The sterile smell of antiseptic filled the air, and the soft murmurs of nurses and doctors blended into the background. But she heard none of it.All she could think about was Lucas.He had lost so much blood. The doctors had been inside the operating room for hours. Every time the doors swung open, her heart leaped into her throat, but it was never the news she wanted.Her entire body was stiff with exhaustion, but she couldnโt rest. Not when his life was hanging by a thread.She leaned forward, burying her face in her hands. โPlease, just let him be okay,โ she whispered to no one in particular.A sudden commotion near the nursesโ station caught her attention. Several people had gathered around the television mounted on the wall, murmuring among themselves.Claire frowned and slowly stood up, walking toward them. The screen displayed breaking news, and her heart nearly st
Lucas barely had time to react.A sharp pain exploded at the back of his head as Chloe struck him, making him stumble forward. He caught himself against the wall, breathing heavily, trying to stay steady.โDonโt move,โ Chloe hissed.Lucas turned his head slightly and saw her holding a gun, her hands trembling just enough to show her nerves.โChloe,โ he said slowly, keeping his hands where she could see them. โYou donโt want to do this.โChloe let out a bitter laugh. โYou think you know what I want?โ Her grip tightened around the weapon. โI wanted you, Lucas. I wanted us to be together, but you threw me away like garbage!โLucas took a cautious step forward. โYou know thatโs not true.โโDonโt lie to me!โ Chloe shouted, her breath ragged. โYou chose her. You always chose her!โLucas exhaled, forcing himself to remain calm. One wrong move and this could end badly.โI didnโt choose anyone, Chloe. This isnโt about that. Itโs about you making the wrong choices,โ Lucas said, his voice steady.
Kelvin sat in the interrogation room, his hands cuffed to the table, sweat dripping down his forehead. The walls felt like they were closing in, and the harsh overhead light made it impossible to escape the cold, hard truthโhe was caught.Across from him, PrinceWill leaned back in his chair, arms crossed. His gaze was sharp, unwavering.โLetโs try this again,โ PrinceWill said. โWho else was involved?โKelvin licked his dry lips. โI already told you everything.โPrinceWill tapped a pen against the table. โLying wonโt help you, Kelvin.โKelvin clenched his jaw, looking away.PrinceWill sighed. โWe already have enough to put you away for a long time. The only thing thatโll make your life easier is if you cooperate.โKelvinโs fingers twitched. He knew he didnโt have a way out of this.โFine,โ he muttered. โChloe.โPrinceWill didnโt react, but his grip on the pen tightened. โGo on.โKelvin exhaled heavily. โShe planned everything. She was the one who arranged for Brian to be taken to the
PrinceWill sat in his office, his eyes fixed on the stack of reports in front of him. The search for Brian had gone cold, and frustration was eating him alive. Claire had been coming to the station every single day, her face pale with exhaustion, her eyes swollen from endless crying. It hurt to see her like that.He had promised to help her. He couldnโt fail.A knock on the door made him glance up. One of his officers stepped in, looking hesitant.โSir, we still havenโt recovered any CCTV footage from the night Brian was taken. Itโs like everything was wiped clean,โ the officer said.PrinceWill let out a slow breath, rubbing his temples. โThere has to be something. No way a child disappears in a city like this without leaving a trace.โThe officer sighed. โWeโve checked all nearby buildings. All footage was mysteriously deleted.โPrinceWill clenched his jaw. This wasnโt a coincidence. Someone had done this on purpose.โSir,โ another officer peeked into the room, his expression tense.
Chloe smirked as she looked through the small window into the childrenโs area.Brian was sitting alone, his little face filled with sadness.Soon, he would be out of the picture for good.And Claire would never see him again.Brian kicked his legs slowly as he sat on the wooden bench inside the orphanage playroom, watching the other children run around. He didnโt want to play. He didnโt want to be here.He wanted his mother.Tears stung his eyes, but he blinked them away. His mom always told him to be strong. But how could he be strong when he was stuck in this place with no idea when he would see her again?Then he saw her.His little heart pounded as he spotted the familiar blonde-haired woman walking through the hallway, her heels clicking against the floor.Chloe.She was the one who brought him here.She knew where his mother was.Brian jumped up, his small feet moving as fast as they could. He ran toward her just as she was about to step into an office.โMissโฆ please.โChloe sto
Lucas stormed into his office, his entire body rigid with anger. His assistant, Mark, stood near his desk, looking anxious.โYou need to see this,โ Mark said, handing Lucas a file.Lucas barely glanced at it before slamming it onto the desk. โTell me what happened.โMark hesitated. โKelvin called for a vote. He convinced the board members that your absence was harming the company.โLucasโs eyes darkened. โAnd they listened?โMark swallowed. โMost of them. But I called Camila.โLucasโs jaw clenched at the name.Camila.His former love interest.It had been years since they last spoke, but she still held significant power in the company after inheriting her late fatherโs shares.Mark continued, โShe arrived just before the final vote. As soon as she voted no, the others started reconsidering. Almost all of them joined her.โLucas exhaled slowly, his hands tightening into fists.โSo Iโm still CEO.โMark nodded. โYes. But Kelvin isnโt backing down. He acted like nothing happened, said heโ
Lucas lay on his bed, his body burning with fever. His head felt like it was splitting in two, his muscles weak, his throat dry. He barely had the strength to lift his arm, let alone get up. The room was dimly lit, curtains drawn shut, and the air was thick with silence.He had ignored his health for too long. Days without eating properly, sleepless nights filled with stress, and now his body had given up on him.A cold hand touched his forehead, and he groaned, shifting slightly.โShh,โ a soft voice murmured. โJust rest, Lucas. Thatโs all your body needs for now. Stop fighting it.โHe forced his heavy eyelids open, his vision blurry. A figure sat beside him, a damp cloth in her hand. He blinked, trying to focus.Chloe? He wondered as his body tensed immediately.โWhatโฆ are you doing here?โ His voice was hoarse, barely above a whisper.Chloe gave him a small smile, pressing the cloth against his forehead. โTaking care of you.โLucas tried to move, but his limbs felt too weak. โHow di
Chloe pulled her coat tighter around her body as she stepped out of the car. The orphanage stood before her, an old brick building with a rusted iron gate. Children played in the front yard, their laughter ringing through the air. The sight made her sick.She wasnโt here for charity.With a confident stride, she walked through the entrance, where a woman in a long, dark dress stood behind a desk. The woman, Sister Agnes, looked up from a pile of papers, adjusting her glasses as Chloe approached.โGood afternoon,โ Sister Agnes greeted, offering a warm smile. โHow may I help you?โChloe forced a sad expression onto her face, lowering her gaze. โIโm here toโฆ to give my son up for adoption.โSister Agnesโs smile faltered. โOh, dear. That must be very difficult for you.โChloe let out a dramatic sigh. โIt is,โ she whispered, looking down as if holding back tears. โI love him so much, but I canโt give him the life he deserves.โSister Agnes reached across the desk, gently touching Chloeโs