LOGIN“Evie! Evie, over here!”The voice rang out again across the luxurious shopping mall, loud enough to cut through the soft instrumental music floating from hidden speakers.Evelyn froze for the briefest second.The moment she turned and saw Clara waving excitedly from across the glossy marble floor, a violent storm of emotions crashed through her chest all at once.Rage.Disgust.Suspicion.Pain.For one sharp second, Evelyn saw flashes of everything Clara had done—the betrayal, the manipulation, the attempted kidnapping of her children, Ethan lying unconscious in a hospital bed, Eli barely surviving the overdose.Her fingers curled tightly around the strap of her handbag.But outwardly?She smiled.A bright, effortless smile that shocked even herself.“Clara!” Evelyn exclaimed warmly, lifting her hand to wave back. “What a beautiful coincidence.”Not far behind her, Isa nearly choked.“What’s going on here?” she asked sharply, stopping mid-step.Even little Eli looked confused.“Is Mo
Adrian stood silently by the hospital window long after everyone had left.The city lights glittered below like scattered stars, but for the first time in years, he felt no sense of control looking at them. Usually, the towering skyline of Ellington City reminded him of power—of everything he had built with his own hands.Tonight, it only reminded him of how badly he had failed the people he loved most.His shoulders trembled slightly as he lowered himself onto the couch, exhaustion finally catching up to him. The room still carried Evelyn’s scent faintly in the air, and somehow that hurt even more.“I let her down completely,” Adrian whispered hoarsely.Grandma Chase sat quietly nearby, listening without interrupting.“I almost destroyed the best thing that ever happened to me.” Adrian dragged a hand through his hair, his voice thick with emotion. “Evelyn loved me wholeheartedly… completely… and I repaid her with suspicion, neglect, and pain.”His eyes reddened again.“My fears and i
A month passed in the blink of an eye.The days that once dragged endlessly with fear, sleepless nights, and painful uncertainty had slowly begun to soften around the edges. Ethan’s condition had improved tremendously, his wounds healing far better than the doctors initially expected. The nightmares of blood-soaked hospital sheets and endless emergency alarms had finally eased.Today, sunlight flooded through the massive glass windows of the executive hospital ward, bathing the room in a warm golden glow.For the first time in months, the atmosphere inside the room felt… light.Alive.Excited voices filled the spacious ward that had practically become a second home to the Chase family.The Montgomery family had arrived early that morning alongside Grandma Chase. Bags had already been packed neatly at the corner of the room, flowers from well-wishers filled one side of the ward, and Eli had spent the last thirty minutes dancing around excitedly because her brother was finally leaving t
“I think Evelyn took the bait… though she’s not fully convinced yet. I’ll need to put in more effort to win her trust. Keep your end of the bargain.”Clara quickly typed the message and hit send.The moment the message disappeared from her screen, she let out a slow breath and leaned back against the hospital bed.The private treatment room was quiet, the faint smell of antiseptic lingering heavily in the air. Sunlight streamed through the half-open blinds, casting long golden lines across the polished tiled floor.Carefully, Clara raised her hand to touch the thick bandage wrapped around her forehead.A sharp sting shot through her head immediately.“Ahh…” she hissed softly, wincing. “Damn it…”Her fingers trembled slightly as she pulled her hand away.“If I had known she’d be this easy to convince, I wouldn’t have gone this far,” she muttered bitterly.“I still feel dizzy.”Her expression darkened for a moment before slowly twisting into a smile.Then again…Maybe the pain was worth
The moment the guard outside announced Clara’s arrival, the ward door suddenly flew open.Clara barged inside without waiting for permission.Her appearance was pitiful—hair disheveled, clothes wrinkled, eyes swollen and red as though she had cried endlessly for days. Before anyone could react, she dropped heavily to her knees.Bang!Her forehead slammed against the polished hospital floor.Again.Bang!Again.Bang!The sound echoed sharply through the luxurious executive ward, making Eli flinch slightly in her sleep.“Please forgive me… I’m sorry… I’m sorry…” Clara sobbed incoherently between each violent bow.Blood slowly stained the floor beneath her forehead.Adrian’s expression darkened instantly.“What the hell is the meaning of this?” he barked coldly.The terrifying sharpness in his voice caused even the guards outside to stiffen.But before Adrian could say another word, Evelyn gently placed a hand against his chest.Her touch stopped him immediately.Clara continued crying h
“Useless…” Adrian muttered under his breath, struggling to keep his anger under control.The veins along his jaw tightened as he stood inside the bathroom, one hand braced against the marble sink while the other gripped his phone so tightly his knuckles turned white. The cold bathroom lights reflected against his sharp features, making the fury in his dark eyes even more frightening.“And the Shadows?” he asked coldly.On the other end of the line, the guard swallowed nervously before replying.“They couldn’t pursue the suspect, sir. Your orders were clear—under no circumstance should any Shadow leave the person assigned to protect. Once Madam returned safely to the hospital, the biker disappeared into traffic.”Adrian closed his eyes briefly.Damn it.The fact that someone could boldly follow Evelyn after everything that had happened meant only one thing.The Black Circuit was preparing another move.“It’s fine,” Adrian finally said, though his voice carried a dangerous calm that ma
Hello lovely readers, I accidentally posted chapter 59 before chapter 58, and in an attempt to correct it, I posted chapter 58 twice, here is chapter 59 again, and I sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this might have cost. please enjoy the story and don't forget, your likes and support is wh
Evelyn had been in an unusual high spirits that morning. For once, the world felt a little lighter. Isa had called earlier to inform her about the new security protocols Adrian set up at the children’s school. According to her, no one went in or out without a thorough search—not even teachers. T
Ethan, having heard the assistant’s words, rose quietly from his seat, careful not to attract attention. “I’m going inside,” he said, his tone calm yet resolute as he walked briskly upstairs, every step measured and deliberate. “Where is he rushing to?” Mrs. Montgomery asked, concern knitting her
The intruder’s grip on Evelyn’s neck tightened, each pressure point calculated to render her powerless. His strength was formidable, honed by years of training, and he struggled to make her pass out or at least immobilize her with rope. Evelyn’s thrashing, however, only served to sharpen his movem







