David sat inside the car, engrossed in reading a newspaper article. The quiet hum of the engine and the rhythm of the passing traffic filled the atmosphere. At that moment, he looked up from the paper and turned to his Personal assistant, Richard, who was driving."Richard, did you send out those proposals to the company?" David inquired, his eyes searching for confirmation.Richard nodded and replied, "Yes, sir. I submitted them earlier today as you requested."A brief silence fell between them before Richard spoke again, breaking the stillness. "Sir, may I confirm if you still want me to drive you to Miss Flora's house?" he asked cautiously.David glanced at Richard, contemplating his response. After a moment's pause, he replied, "Yes, I still want to go. It's important."Richard hesitated, gathering his thoughts. "Sir, I understand your intentions, but perhaps it would be better if you stayed with your wife at home. She's going through a difficult time with someone close to her adm
Rowan's heart pounded with fear as Andre unveiled the contents in his hand. She desperately crawled towards him, her eyes filled with desperation, but Marco swiftly intervened, preventing her from reaching Andre.Tears streamed down Rowan's face as she pleaded in a trembling voice, her words imbued with a desperate hope. "Please, I beg you, don't harm my baby. I promise, I'll convince David to fulfill your every demand," she implored, her voice carrying a flicker of optimism, longing for a spark of compassion. However, Andre, driven by his ruthless determination to bring down his cousin, remained unmoved by her tears.He had believed that his brother wouldn't choose his son as the successor of the Oregon Groups of company. However, his belief turned out to be wrong. Now, his only option was to gather a large sum of money that would be enough to bring the company down.In his quest to find a way to dismantle the company, he sought to create an alibi using the same strategy. He gathered
David sat at his laptop, diligently working on his reports, trying to divert his thoughts from thinking about Rowan. Richard had already sent a rescue team to the location indicated by the phone call he received, but David's mind remained preoccupied with worry for Rowan. He wondered what might be happening to her.Suddenly, a flicker of hope crossed his mind, wishing that she and the baby would be saved. Although a part of him didn't want there to be a baby, another part of him longed to see them both alive and well.Normally, David would have joined the rescue team, but he was angry at Rowan for letting someone else know about their relationship. He had specifically instructed her to keep it a secret, without anyone finding out. Now he believed that Rowan was to blame.The sound of Flora's footsteps drew closer, and she entered the room with a mischievous smile on her face. She playfully leaned over David's chair."Hello, handsome," she whispered in a seductive tone. "What are you w
David entered the ward, his eyes scanning the room to assess the situation. His gaze landed on Flora, whose hand was bleeding, and then on Rowan, whose tear-stained face betrayed a mix of pain and confusion.Concern flickered momentarily in David's cold eyes as he hurried towards Flora. "What happened? How did you get hurt?" he asked, his voice tinged with a touch of worry.Flora, with false tears streaming down her face, pointed towards Rowan. "It was her! She used a glass to cut me, blaming me for the loss of her pregnancy," she accused, her voice filled with feigned hurt and resentment.Rowan's eyes widened in disbelief, her trembling voice betraying her genuine confusion. "No, David, I would never... I didn't do anything," she pleaded, her voice laced with desperation.David's expression remained guarded, his suspicion evident as he turned his gaze toward Rowan. "Is this true? Did you harm Flora?" he asked, his voice stern and cold.Rowan, her heart sinking, shook her head vigorou
The room fell into a hushed silence as the door swung open, revealing a figure whom Rowan had all but forgotten amidst the chaos. Her eyes widened in shock at the unexpected visitor who stood before her—a familiar face she had only recently encountered within the hospital's sterile walls. It was Dr. Bennett, the physician attending to her ailing mother.A rush of memories flooded Rowan's mind, cascading down the corridors of her thoughts. She remembered the frantic call urging her to secure funds, the urgent plea to save her mother's life. It had led her here, a whirlwind of events that had momentarily erased the doctor from her consciousness.Without a moment's hesitation, Rowan slipped down from the bed, her feet faltering as she approached Dr. BennettA nameless fear gripped Rowan's heart as their gazes locked, leaving her speechless and filled with apprehension. She tried to gather her thoughts, her mind racing to find an explanation for her absence. The doctor's presence only int
Rowan's heart raced as a sudden, loud banging reverberated through the house. Startled, she abandoned her cooking and swiftly washed her hands, a mix of anticipation and anxiety gripping her. Could it be David at the door? With eager anticipation, she rushed to open it, hoping to see her husband's familiar face. However, her excitement quickly turned to disappointment when she came face to face with Richard, David's trusted personal assistant.Her face fell, and she couldn't hide her disappointment as she met Richard's gaze. "Where is he?" she asked abruptly, her voice tinged with a hint of frustration, disregarding any customary greetings. Ignoring the pleasantries, Richard understood the urgency in her question and retrieved a document from his portfolio. Handing it over to Rowan, he replied, "I'm sorry, Mrs. David, but Mr. David can't make it. He asked me to deliver this to you."Rowan's eyes darted anxiously between Richard and the document. Her mind raced, trying to make sense of
Rowan stepped out of the car, her nerves tingling with anticipation, Richard couldn't help but be awestruck by her stunning appearance. "You look absolutely breathtaking, Mrs Rowan," he exclaimed, his voice filled with genuine admiration.Nervously, Rowan offered a shy smile in return. "Thank you, Richard. I just hope I can handle all the attention."Richard, always supportive, reassured her. "Trust me, everyone will be in awe of your beauty. You deserve all the admiration coming your way." Afterward je finally walked away leaving Rowan to her fate.Summoning her courage, Rowan walked the red carpet, her every step radiating elegance and grace. The room fell into a hushed silence as all eyes fixated on her. Whispers of awe and appreciation rippled through the crowd, leaving Rowan feeling a heady mix of exhilaration and vulnerability.Inside the party, the atmosphere was electric. Distinguished men couldn't help but be captivated by Rowan's presence, their gazes lingering a moment too
Rowan found herself engulfed in a whirlwind of emotions as she noticed the intense gaze Mr. Johnson directed toward her. A mixture of fear and discomfort gripped her, causing her eyes to inadvertently wander downward, only to widen in shock at the sight of Mr. Johnson's hardened state. His erection stood tall and rigid as if awaiting a command.The once lively surroundings seemed to fade into an eerie silence, intensifying Rowan's unease. Desperately, her eyes darted around, searching for an escape route, hoping to find a way out of this uncomfortable situation."Rowan!" A sudden voice shattered her thoughts, jolting her back to reality. Her mind raced with worry as she tried to comprehend the gravity of the situation."Why did you come here alone? I offered to accompany you! I specifically wanted you to be my companion at this party. But I invited both you and Rolland because I knew you wouldn't come if I didn't invite your friend. I thought you and Rolland were dating until I discov