CARDY'S POVI didn't know where they brought me, because my eyes and mouth were tied. Struggling to breathe at the same thinking if I will make it alive. This was a moment I never wished to experience. My dad was kidnapped, and the kidnapper still didn't leave me, what do they actually want, because there was no one left to pay the ransom. Could it be my father's mistress? She once threatened to take everything that belongs to my father when my father ended their relationship. I wasn't only worried about myself and my father, my greatest concern was my lover, my joy giver, the only one I feel so safe around, Eric! Where could he be? Where have they taken him to? "Hey you! Untie her eyes." The voice said and I heard the step approaching me. That is very familiar, is that not Derek? Where am I? That can't be anyone else except him. As I thought about that, the moment unfolded before me, my eyes were untied. What my eyes saw was more than I can comprehend. The first person my eyes wen
After some weeks, Elrod found out where Cardy was and who kidnapped her. He started sending his men to spy on the building, little did they know that Derek was monitoring them through a secret camera. Derek couldn't take it anymore, so he sent his men to hunt down the fools galavanting around his premises, which they did without wasting any time. After a cunning spy that was working for Derek brought information to him about Elrod and all his movements and plans. Derek sent his men out to attack Elrod, and that was when he made the greatest mistake of his life, which cost him a lot. After the killing of Elrod's cabinet, Elrod escaped and started making findings about who Derek was, where he came from, and everything he needed to know so that he would know how to strike.Elrod found out where Derek's family was. His wife and two kids. Elrod kidnapped them all, thinking he would get some information from them. "I don't know who Derek Tate is. I never come across that I need to talk
EDWARD FOSTER'S POV"I can't do this, never!" I exclaimed, rising from my seat, the weight of the decision heavy on my shoulders."What can't you do? What's the big deal?" Elliot asked casually, taking a sip from his drink."This contract holds the key to everything. If you truly want it," he continued, a cunning smile playing on his lips."I can't sell away such a precious gift, not for money, not ever." I muttered silently, stealing a glance at my daughter through the office window.I could imagine her confusion, wondering why it was taking me so long to make up my mind and sign the agreement."You're just a marketing company, not a force for good," I retorted, grabbing my bag as I prepared to make my exit."Remember, we're not just a marketing company. We are your only lifeline now. Without us, well, you know what awaits you. Give me a call when you're ready," Elliot said, his voice dripping with a veiled threat. I left his office, my mind consumed by turmoil."Dad! How did it go?"
CARDY FOSTER'S POVAs I stood there, contemplating the situation, a torrent of thoughts swirled in my mind. Was my father truly expecting me to embrace this? Could I bring myself to accept it? But then, a haunting question arose: what if I refused, and the consequences turned dire? The weight of the choice pressed upon me, urging me to make a decision.I gazed at him, my father, his face reflecting a mix of concern and hope. I took a deep breath, my countenance showing my internal struggle, and resigned myself to a difficult path—a path that could potentially save his life. I knew deep within that I possessed the strength and determination to forge my own destiny, for the sake of future generations."Dad, I can't go through with this," I managed to utter, my voice trailing off as he interjected, desperate to hear my reasoning."Please, my dear, don't say that," he pleaded, his eyes brimming with worry."Dad, please, let me explain. This isn't about money or personal gain. It's about p
CARDY FOSTER'S POVI dialled my father's number, urgency tingling in my fingertips. Elliot's words needed to be relayed, their weight pressing on my conscience. Little did I know, my father was already aware, informed by Elliot himself, though reasons remained elusive.Cornered by this unexpected revelation, I had no alternative but to embrace its truth. My father possessed knowledge beyond my reach, leaving me with no room to contest the matter.Elliot emerged, his voice laced with a biting cruelty that chilled me to the core. "Never again," he seethed, "dare to engage in argument with me. Your autonomy is forfeit. I wield control over you, free to exercise my whims as I please."Defiance surged within me, compelling me to refute his claim. "You do not, and never will, own me," I mustered the courage to declare. In response, he forcefully pulled me from my seat, pinning me against the unyielding wall."Never entertain the notion of challenging me again, let alone voicing it aloud," h
Elliott Scott's POV"Elliot! Elliot! Elli-ot!" The sound of Cardy's urgent voice echoed in my ears, each repetition growing louder and more frantic."They've followed us home? Oh no, it's all over," I silently said to myself, panic gripping my heart. I quickly sought refuge in a hidden corner, waiting anxiously as Cardy forcefully swung the door open.As soon as I realized she was alone, a wave of relief washed over me, and I seized the opportunity to slip away unnoticed. But before I could disappear completely, Cardy confronted me with a mix of frustration and concern."I've been calling your name repeatedly, and you ignored me completely! What if I was in danger?" She exclaimed, her voice filled with reproach. Although her distress wasn't my concern, I couldn't help but inquire about the cause of her commotion."What happened? Why were you shouting so urgently?" I questioned her, moving closer to her. My curiosity outweighed any sympathy I might have felt."I just received a call sa
CARDY'S POVIn the dimly lit hotel room, tensions simmered between Elliot and me. As we stood face to face, I couldn't help but feel exasperated by his constant attempts to inflate his ego. "Stop making it seem like we had something serious going on in the bathroom," I snapped, trying to quell his delusions of seduction.Defending myself vigorously, I hoped to puncture through his self-absorbed demeanor, although truth be told, I never cared for any of it. The night stretched on endlessly, and I found myself drowning in regret for even coming to this hotel. My mind should have been focused on rescuing my father from the clutches of those vile kidnappers."Are you just going to stand there like a robot?" Elliot's voice carried a hint of concern, but it felt more like the desperate plea of someone wanting something from me. I refused to succumb to his heartless nature and decided to stand my ground rather than share a bed with him."Why don't you mind your own business and leave me be?"
ELLIOT'S POVMy shoes echoed as I slowly stepped into the meeting hall. Everywhere was dark and there was no sign of any living thing but I stood firm because I already know it's normal in the HUDSON GROUP meeting hall. No one seats except the president Elrod. The first light came up and pointed in my direction, fear gripped me but I had to stay calm and watch what wanted to unfold. They never cared about anyone, all the HUDSON GROUP cared for is their mission completed but I guess I have failed them this time but it wasn't my fault. But did I really fail them? What do they want from a middle class businessman when they are the elites of the city? Since the heart is a very secretive place, I couldn't open their minds to see what they all had in mind, so I left the thought and focused on the unfolding moment right in front of me. For what seemed like eternity, no one said anything, everywhere remained quiet like a dead ground. My leg somehow started shaking so I started turning roun