LOGINThe afternoon shift had barely begun when Nora Bennett checked the clock for the third time.She had spent the entire morning thinking about what she was going to do.The recording was saved on her phone. The cash Sienna had given her was still inside the envelope in her handbag, and the notes she had written after their meeting were folded carefully inside the same bag.Everything was there.The evidence.But Nora still felt nervous.She knew exactly who she was about to accuse.Sienna was not an ordinary woman. She was Julian's girlfriend and, more importantly, Charlotte's sister—someone who had already gained access to the Stewart family's private circle. Accusing her of something this serious without proof could destroy Nora's career and put her in the middle of a family conflict she could never take back.But Nora also knew that if she stayed silent and something happened to Felix or Fiona, she would never forgive herself.She had heard Sienna's instructions herself.And she had
The next morning, Nora Bennett sat at her kitchen table, staring at the folded piece of paper inside her handbag.Sienna's number.She had barely slept. Every time she closed her eyes, she remembered the woman's expression outside the hospital and the disturbing request she had made.Nora knew she couldn't wait much longer. If Sienna was planning something against Felix and Fiona, she needed to know exactly what it was.At eight o'clock, Nora picked up her phone and called.Sienna answered after the second ring.“You're calling early.”“I said I'd contact you when I was ready.”“Are you ready to hear what I need?”“Yes.”Sienna glanced around Julian's loft before lowering her voice.“I'm not discussing this over the phone.”Nora said nothing.“There are too many risks. We'll meet in person.”“When?”“Before your afternoon shift. I'll send you the location.”“And Nora?”“Yes?”“Come alone.”The call ended.Nora stared at the screen for several seconds. Sienna clearly didn't want a reco
The afternoon was beginning to fade when Julian and Sienna finally left the hospital. They walked through the private entrance toward the waiting car, Julian speaking quietly about the twins and how relieved he was that Charlotte had come through the delivery safely.“I still can't believe Edward has a son and a daughter,” he said with a smile. “Felix and Fiona.”“They're beautiful names,” Sienna replied.Julian glanced at her. “You seem distracted.”“I'm just tired.”He studied her for a moment before nodding. “It's been a long day.”They reached the car, but before Julian could open the door for her, Sienna stopped.“Actually, I need to use the restroom.”“You want me to come back inside?”“No. I'll only be a few minutes. You can wait here.”“All right.”She touched his arm before turning toward the hospital.The moment she was out of his sight, the warmth disappeared from her expression.Sienna walked back through the private entrance and approached the reception desk.“Can I help
The next morning, Charlotte woke to soft sunlight filtering through the curtains of the executive maternity suite. For a moment, she remained still, trying to understand where she was. Then the memories returned—the hospital, the delivery, and most importantly, her babies. A small smile appeared on her face. She was still tired, and every part of her body reminded her of what she had been through, but the overwhelming exhaustion from the previous day had eased. She felt stronger.Edward was sitting in the armchair beside the bed, already awake and dressed in a dark suit. The moment he noticed her eyes open, he stood. “Good morning.”Charlotte looked at him with a faint smile. “How long have you been awake?”“Long enough.”“You didn't sleep, did you?”“I slept.”She gave him a skeptical look. “Edward.”“A little.” He smiled when she laughed softly, but her expression soon became serious.“How are the babies?”Edward immediately understood what she wanted to know. “They're doing well. T
The executive maternity suite had finally grown quiet.Charlotte was resting after the exhausting delivery, her twins safely under the watch of the neonatal team. Edward remained beside her bed, refusing to leave her side even for a moment.He watched her sleep for several seconds before carefully stepping away and reaching for his phone.There were two calls he needed to make.The first was to his grandfather.Donald answered after the second ring.“Edward?”“Grandfather, I wanted to let you know that Charlotte has given birth.”There was a brief silence on the other end before Donald's voice softened with relief.“She has?”“Yes. Both babies are here. A boy and a girl.”Donald exhaled slowly.“Thank God. How is Charlotte?”“She’s stable and resting. The babies were born early, so the medical team is keeping them under close observation, but they're stable as well.”Donald smiled despite himself.“A boy and a girl.”“Yes.”“Your grandmother would have been overjoyed.”Edward's expres
The rain had finally stopped by the time Nancy arrived at Desmond’s apartment. Unlike their usual meetings, there was no work to discuss that evening. No legal strategies, no public relations disasters, and no Stewart family crisis waiting for them to solve. It was simply dinner.Desmond had prepared a quiet meal for two, complete with candles on the dining table and soft music playing in the background. Nancy looked around the dining room and smiled. “You actually went all out.”Desmond pulled out her chair. “I thought you deserved a proper dinner.”Nancy sat down. “And here I thought lawyers only knew how to prepare legal arguments.”“I contain multitudes.”She laughed. “I'll give you that.”Desmond took his seat opposite her, and for a while, they simply enjoyed each other’s company. They talked about ordinary things. Nancy told him about a ridiculous client she had dealt with earlier that week, while Desmond told her about a case that had nearly driven his entire legal team insane







