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14. Cousins and Confrontations

Auteur: The Swirling Ink
last update Date de publication: 2026-03-25 19:30:28

What was Sean doing at the mall? And where on earth was he heading? Since he was a wolf—like Nina had been told—maybe if she could dig up some dirt on him, she’d win more points with Mr. and Mrs. Whitlock. God knew they wouldn’t mind having more ammunition against him.

Sean turned a corner, his stride purposeful, and she followed just as swiftly. The farther he went, the quieter the mall became. It was as if they had left the hustle and bustle of the main area behind and stepped into a compl
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  • The Replacement Heiress    31 The Boardroom Intrusion

    Morning in Nina’s new prison was exactly as Rita had promised—rigid, exhausting, and completely devoid of free will. First, the alarm. That godforsaken alarm blaring at 5:30 a.m., jolting her awake like she was being drafted into battle. No snooze button. No mercy. Then came the real torture. "Step out of your room and proceed to the gym," Rita instructed. Oh, joy. Forty-five minutes of sheer hell followed. Push-ups, crunches, endless cardio—like she was training for the Olympics instead of impersonating a dead girl. And to top it all off, she was informed that this delightful routine would be a permanent part of her daily schedule. By the time it was over, her limbs felt like jelly. But instead of collapsing on the floor like her body desperately wanted to, she was told to return to her room—for precisely thirty minutes—to "refresh and dress accordingly." And yes, even how she dressed was dictated to her. Next stop: the waiting room. There, she was expected to memorize

  • The Replacement Heiress    30 Flashback Three

    The van lurched to a stop, and Nina barely had time to register it before the doors swung open. Her captors began piling out—three first—before rough hands grabbed her, dragging her to her feet. Her legs felt like jelly, but that didn’t matter to them. She was shoved forward, forced to stumble out into the night. By now, her willpower was gone. She wasn’t just scared—she was terrified. For the first time in her life, she wasn’t afraid of some superficial injury, a scar that could mar her skin. No, this was worse. These men weren’t here to make threats—they had come to act. And the fact that it had taken a dozen of them to bring her in made one thing painfully clear: she wasn’t getting out of this alive. At least, not in one piece. Her thoughts raced. Her parents. They had already lost their son, and now, because of her own reckless choices, they were about to lose her too. The men led her into an unfinished building, its skeletal walls twisting into an endless maze of rooms and

  • The Replacement Heiress    29 The Standard She Set

    By the time the introductory session ended, two whole hours had passed. Yet, judging by the schedule displayed in the waiting room, this was far from over. Before there was even a moment to catch a breath, instructions were given to move to another room—this one designed like a conference space. White walls. Minimalist designs. Plush seating. A massive screen stretching across the front. A seat was indicated. It was taken. Barely a second later, Rita’s voice filled the room. “What you are about to watch is a compilation of the Whitlock business’ ventures, growth, and expansion over the years,” she announced, her tone smooth and matter-of-fact. “This will help you fully grasp the weight of the responsibility on your shoulders.” Oh, great. No pressure. The screen flickered to life, leaving no time to brace for the history lesson that began instantly. Dramatic music swelled as images of towering skyscrapers, high-stakes business meetings, and lavish galas filled the sc

  • The Replacement Heiress    28. Digital Chains

    Nina hesitated, but Rita didn’t have to tell her twice. With a reluctant sigh, she stepped forward. “As you can see from the notice board,” the AI began, her voice smooth and clinical, “this is where you will find a display of all your daily activities, important announcements, calendar updates, and more…” As Rita droned on, her eyes flicked over the neatly pinned papers. Her stomach dropped. Her entire week was packed. Each note detailed a rigid schedule—what she’d be doing, what she was expected to accomplish, and probably what she’d be scolded for not doing well enough. A lot of virtual lectures, a ton of personal study time. So that’s what all those books were for. Great. Just great. Then, she noticed something else. Presentations. What kind? Was she supposed to stand in front of some panel and convince them she was Adelaide? But none of that—none of it—horrified her as much as the next thing her eyes fell upon. Daily morning workouts. She blinked. Excuse me? “Yo

  • The Replacement Heiress    27. Artificial Hostility

    The sound hit her like an alarm—one of those obnoxious, blaring ones that made people want to throw their clock out the window. But this? This was worse. Wait. What? Was she in danger? Her sluggish mind scrambled to piece together reality as she shot up from bed, instincts screaming at her to prepare for battle. Heart pounding, she tried to figure out where the sound had come from. No immediate threats. No flashing red lights. So what the hell— A voice cut through the haze. “Miss Adelaide. Welcome back from sleep. You slept like you were struggling. Did I make things difficult for you?” Rita. Damn it. She had forgotten about her. Narrowing her eyes at the camera tucked in the corner of the room, Nina fixed it with a glare sharp enough to cut glass. “What are you now? A creep? Can’t I even get a moment of sleep in peace? And what the hell was that noise just now?” “Oh, that?” Rita’s voice carried an unmistakable note of smug satisfaction. “That was your alarm.” She bli

  • The Replacement Heiress    26. Flashback: Scarface's Warning

    Nina screamed, thrashing against their grip as two burly men dragged her toward a black van parked across the street. She kicked, twisted, did everything she could to shake them off, but it was like trying to break free from a steel trap. Just moments ago, she had been running for her life. The second she realized her so-called coworkers had thrown her under the bus—turning their backs as if she had never existed—she bolted. She had slipped out through the café’s back door, sprinting down alleyways, ducking behind dumpsters, weaving through the streets like a hunted animal. She had even managed to shake off the men tailing her by leading them down the wrong route. By the time she made it home, she was breathless, her legs aching with exhaustion. But there was no relief. Right there, parked in front of her building, was that van. She stopped dead in her tracks, heart hammering. They were waiting for her. Two men sat in the front, their eyes scanning the street like hawks,

  • The Replacement Heiress    16. Almost Convincing

    Axel and Nina stepped out into the crisp air, the garden sprawling before them with its vibrant flowers and winding paths. The cool breeze teased at her hair as they walked side by side, silence lingering like an uninvited guest. "Janet mentioned you’re still recovering and will be staying home

  • The Replacement Heiress    15. Wrong Girl , Right Words

    As the car pulled away, Nina sank back into the seat, her mind racing. Sean’s words replayed in her head over and over, but no matter how she turned them around, she couldn’t make sense of them. His words occupied her mind throughout the drive home, so much so that she didn’t even realize they

  • The Replacement Heiress    9 Glitches and Ghosts

    Adele’s smile didn’t falter, but her response remained robotic. “I’m sorry, but I cannot answer that. However, I can provide information about Miss Adelaide.” Nina groaned, tossing the wipe onto the table with a pout. “Of course you can’t,” she muttered at the unhelpful response. “Fine. Just lock

  • The Replacement Heiress    7. Impostor’s Edge

    Thankfully, Nina didn’t have to force herself to say anything because the sound of soft footsteps behind her broke the silence. Turning her head, she saw who it was, and relief poured through her like a tidal wave. “Master Graves, I was told to inform you that the party is over. And Miss Adelaide

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