MasukChapter 151~Rebecca~I paced the length of the study, unable to focus on the documents scattered across my desk. My plans were slipping through my fingers, and I needed to tighten my grip before it was too late.I had meticulously arranged for Helen to be at that dinner. She was supposed to shake up Niklaus’s composure, but Grandfather had stepped in and saved the day. What a lucky bastard.But luck is a fickle thing, and soon, Niklaus’ luck would run out. I just needed to secure the right information.I looked at the notes on my desk. I had figured out that Helen would be the key. She was the embodiment of everything Niklaus claimed to want in a woman. Hermes City, that was where she lived, where their history was buried. My meeting with her had been framed as a coincidence, but in reality, it was a strike of universal alignment. I’d had someone dig into Niklaus’s life in Hermes City weeks ago; they’d gotten the girl, and I made sure our paths crossed just days later.Perfect, wasn
Chapter 150 ~Kesley~“Husband?”I spun around to find Dr. Patricia standing there, an amused but startled expression on her face. “Oh, wow. I didn’t realize you were married,” she said, clearly surprised by the revelation.“Erm... no... I mean, yes, I have a fiancé...” I started fumbling over my words, my face heating up. She let out a soft, melodic laugh.“Aww. Look at you, all blushing,” she teased. She gestured toward the door, shifting back into professional mode. “I’m just here to check Kim’s vitals.”She pushed the door open and stepped inside. My mother was slumped in a chair by the bed, her head nodding as she dozed. Even in the dim light, the dark circles under her eyes were prominent; she looked utterly drained. She jolted awake the moment we entered.“Good day, Ms. Bellamy,” Dr. Patricia said gently. “She’s resting well. When she wakes, she’ll likely feel significant discomfort when moving, so I advise having someone with her at all times.”We both nodded in unison. “The
Chapter 149~Taraji~My mum had reached out to me that she wanted to see me. I didn't want to burden Kesley so I figured I would tell her later. I was going to meet up with her at the Casio Palace. I am sure my dad was not aware of this. And I am very sure the direction this conversation was going to go. Listen to your dad, he knows what's best and blah blah. Sometimes I wish that they just see that this is actually what I want. I walked in and saw my mum sitting in a booth. She was practically glowing. I got my skin from her.She must have ordered for a wine before I got here because I can see one on the table. My mother's favourite was the red wine. “Hi mum.” I said, while sitting down next to her. “Taraji. Look at you. You are getting all skinny, your skin is getting ruined. Come back home please, just listen to your father. You know whatever he's doing, it's the best for you.” That just flared me up. “Not by marrying someone I don't love. Do you want me to be stuck in a lo
Chapter 148~Kesley~After that, we did not talk again till he got to my house and dropped me off. It wasn't awkward. It was just us taking it all in.It was quite silent now and Todd's pork place was already closed. I walked to my apartment and met everything in place. This must have been Taraji’s work. Because mum has been in the hospital all day. I needed to talk to Taraji and asked her how she was, with the whole family situation especially after being cut from her allowance. I had gotten so lost in the whole fianceé thing that I forgot to check on my friend and ask her what she plans to do. I removed the ring and put it inside the box. Making my mum suspicious won't be the best option now. I still haven't explained the whole money situation to her. Tomorrow was my sister's surgery. And I was anxious. The dinner had taken my mind off it but now, it was just me and my thoughts. I took off my dress and showered. It bad been a long night. I took my phone and got a text from Nikl
Chapter 147~Kesley~So far so good, it was going well at the dinner. Niklaus really had a sweet family, well except his step sister of course. Who has been trying not to break her facade. If Niklaus hadn't told me who she is, I would have said she is not a bad person. Her husband looking so meek beside her. He was obviously anxious and seems very shy. How did they get married? I guess opposite attracts better. Niklaus' dad just praised me. After successfully analysing what Rebecca asked me. I felt proud of myself and incredibly happy. If there was one thing I was proud of, it is my skills. Just as after the doorbell rang and someone went to open the door. To my sheer shock, it was the rude brat Taraji and I met yesterday. What was she doing here? Taraji needs to hear about this ASAP. “Good evening Mr. Spectre.” She said sweetly, a little bit too sweetly. Niklaus went very still beside me. His shoulder was tense. He gripped my hands tightly under the table. “Good evening. And
Chapter 146~Nikalus~Beautiful is an understatement. She looked like a goddamn goddess. I could tell that she was nervous. So I took her hands in mine to calm her nerves. She was going to be amazing, I know. She had handled the call with grandfather and my father so well. And naturally, she had a good attribute to her. Maybe that's why I couldn't even hate her the first time I met her. I decided not to say anything just let the soft music play in the background. It will ease the tension. It took about 45 mins to drive to the Specter's mansion. I drove in and parked. I had seen Rebecca's car. She had come earlier I suppose. Trying to see who the person I had brought is. Perfect.I got out and opened the door for her. I held her hand. “Don't worry Kesley, just be you. It will definitely go well. Remember, Rebecca will want to get to your skin, don't give her the chance to. Besides, I will be there. You can just hold my hands throughout. And also, remember we are expected to be a co
Chapter 30 ~ Kesley ~I scrambled to pick up the scattered contents of my purse, my hands shaking so badly I could barely grip anything.Wallet. Phone. Keys. Lipstick that had somehow rolled under the table. The stupid pork shop coupons. My rent receipt that had somehow gotten mixed in with everyt
Chapter 26 ~ Niklaus ~I couldn't breathe, comprehend or process what this woman—this real Taraji Gilbert—was telling me."The woman you met," she was saying, tears streaming down her face now, her voice breaking with every word, "I hired her to pretend to be me because I didn't want…""Stop." The
Chapter 24 ~ Niklaus ~I smiled at my phone as I read Taraji's text confirming our meeting.Taraji: 6 PM at Café Meridian. Near the park. I'll be there.Finally. Finally she was ready to talk properly. Ready to stop running away and actually discuss our future like rational adults.The fact that s
Chapter 25~ Kesley ~I was sprawled on my couch in my pajamas, a box of chicken wings balanced on my lap, watching the most dramatic scene of Crash Landing on You for probably the fifteenth time.Captain Ri was staring at Yoon Se-ri with those devastating eyes, and I was crying into my chicken win







