Deep in the grip of contemplation, Anastasia found herself struggling with an unsettling sense of uncertainty. Her mind was a labyrinth of thoughts, spiraling into the abyss of confusion, with no exit in sight. A constant state of restlessness clung to her like a second skin.With a sudden sharp intake of breath, she whispered to herself, "There's only one way." The realization was as cold and hard as a stone in her stomach. It was a bitter pill to swallow, but swallow she must.She had to confront the man she had always considered her nemesis, Biden Hali. The man whose very existence made her blood boil. The man who she'd fantasized about erasing from her world more times than she could count. Yet now, he was her only hope, her last resort.A sense of urgency propelled her into action. Anastasia reached for her car keys, which lay unattended on the wooden coffee table. She scooped them up in a swift motion and headed towards the front door, her steps echoing with determination in the

Throughout the remainder of the day, Biden Hali was uncharacteristically distant. There was an overwhelming gloom that seemed to cast a shadow over his usually radiant disposition. An incessant worry for Asa gnawed at the corners of his mind, making it impossible for him to focus on the daunting pile of work ahead. Stacks of files lay sprawled across his desk, each demanding his attention, yet he found it almost impossible to devote any energy towards them. Every time he remembered Alfred's desperate plea, imploring him to bring his mother back home, guilt washed over him like a bitter wave."Surely she couldn't be with her ex-husband. Even if she were, she wouldn't stay away this long," he thought, trying to make sense of the situation. However, he couldn't shake off the unsettling feeling that something was amiss.Suddenly, a knock at the door stirred him from his thoughts. "Enter," he said, his voice sounding more like a command than a simple invitation. Priscilla, his diligent

His question left Asa taken aback, her jaw dropping slightly in surprise. She had never expected such a proposition from him. Collecting her thoughts, she replied, "In truth, I've been considering the prospect of divorce after a year. The decision to marry was largely my father's, not mine."Her honest admission intrigued the mafia boss. He queried further, "So, your father specifically requested this arrangement? A commitment to Biden Hali for a year but, if circumstances remain unchanged, you would pursue a divorce?"His chuckle sliced through the tension in the room. "Are you suggesting this was all for your father's sake? Are you, perhaps, one of those unfortunate girls who get bartered off in matrimonial deals, which society then labels as marriage?"Asa, not wishing to delve further into the circumstances that led to her matrimonial alliance with Biden, chose to be vague. "It's a complex situation. Let's leave it at that," she deflected, hoping to steer the conversation away fro

"Alright," Biden capitulated, a hint of resignation seeping into his voice. "I give you my word. We will conduct a DNA test. But you must promise me that you will head to bed right after this conversation."Alfred, seemingly content with Biden's reluctant agreement, nodded in affirmation, "Okay, I will." With that declaration, he scampered off towards his room, leaving Biden alone with his turbulent thoughts.The following day, which was a tranquil weekend day free from the hustle of school, provided the perfect opportunity for Biden to follow through with his promise. He arranged for a doctor to visit their home to collect hair samples from both himself and Alfred for a DNA test. Meanwhile, Asa was in the kitchen, blissfully oblivious to the crucial developments unfolding under her own roof.After successfully procuring the necessary samples, the doctor took his leave. With his mission accomplished, Alfred decided to join his mother. Asa, noticing the departure of the visitor, raised

But Polina's ambitions didn't stop there. Her ultimate goal was far greater than inheriting Asa's father's wealth. She wanted to become the most powerful woman in city, and marrying Biden was a surefire way to achieve that. With Asa's father's fortune already in her grasp, her next target was Biden's childhood sweetheart. Once she was out of the way, Polina could take her place beside Biden.Without wasting a second, Polina hauled Asa's unconscious form into the back of her car and drove towards the sea. She planned to dispose of Asa's body in the ocean, where it would be swallowed up by the vast expanse of water, leaving no trace behind.Polina reveled in her plans, a malicious grin tugging at her lips as she envisioned her future. "Once Asa's out of the way, Biden's childhood sweetheart will rush into his arms to comfort him, and then my true plan will unfurl," she murmured to herself, feeling a surge of anticipation for the fame and power that awaited her.She was completely consum