Lahat ng Kabanata ng Bound by Deception.: Kabanata 51 - Kabanata 60

Fiona's POV I walked in calmly, my eyes fixated on Sabrina, who stood close to the glass window, offering a good view of the countryside. She had a wine glass in hand, and as soon as she heard me walk in, she took a step closer."So, you're really alive," she said. "I always knew those men were useless. Just a little job, and they messed it all up.""You requested to see me," I said, looking at her with disdain, maintaining a still position."I'll give you whatever amount you request for, if you leave the country quietly," she said, walking slowly towards me. "That's only if you promise to keep it a secret.""I think I'm having déjà vu," I chuckled. "You tried to strike a deal with me a few years back.""You're so petty. Well, I don't even remember," she yawned loudly. "This is getting boring. Are you in or not?""You really think you can get anything you want?" I took a seat on the sofa. "Unfortunately, I'm not one to give everything I have, especially not something so useful to bri

Fiona's POVI pressed the bell nervously, watching as the door swung open. "Harden," I smiled, "I'm so sorry I came unannounced."He stared at the luggage for a while, then helped bring it inside. "Come in, Jess is spending some time with her friends.""Ah," I exhaled, "I almost fell into a coma thinking about what she'll say to this shameless lady.""Jess is always like that with everyone," he closed the door, leading me into the living room. "I'm pretty sure she hasn't seen the news about our relationship."I chuckled, "Thank you, Harden. I know it was so cowardly to ask you to...""I'll do whatever you want, Fiona. However," he held my hands, "you would do me this little favor."I sat up straight, "Anything for you. Say it.""Apparently, my father saw the news, so he has invited us for dinner," he paused, "I promise you can decline, and I'll come up with an excuse.""No," I stopped him from speaking, "let's pay him a visit together."He smiled, "So, why did you decide to live here?

Fiona's POV"Alexander denied being in possession of the camera chip," I said, waiting for Michelle's response.She walked up to me with two glasses of wine in hand and handed one over to me."Thank you," I gave a weary smile."What's wrong with you?" she asked, taking a small sip of wine. "You don't seem alright."I set the glass on the table. "Do you think I should have stayed hidden in Korea?" I asked, trying to suppress the tears."I'm sorry I said that. I was just scared something bad would happen to you," she said, taking my hands in hers."I wonder if he felt the same way or if he just wanted me not to find out about it," I couldn't hold the tears any longer as they rolled down my cheeks."Hey, babe, what's wrong?" Michelle asked, moving to sit close to me."Alexander has a child," I blurted out. "Jayden, and he's five years old." Michelle didn't look surprised. "Did you know about it?""I found out three years ago. Alexander had the chip forcefully taken away from me. I had to

Alexander's POVA Day Ago...“It’s been a long time, Mr. Alexander Brooks,” Mrs. Cole said, leading me into the corridor. “It’s been years.”“I told you I would be back the next day. I’m sorry it took this long,” I apologized.“I heard your father, Jordan Brooks, died the day after, but it was surprising you didn’t come after that,” she said, stopping at a door. “However, I had to spend the years making sure the valuables were safe.”I walked in as she opened the door, carefully closing it behind me. The gold bars were still the same, neatly arranged in squares and pyramids. I took out one piece, sniffing it calmly. “The smell of gold—it reminds me of my father.”Mrs. Cole chuckled. “The amount still remains the same—seven hundred million pounds,” she said, pronouncing the amount slowly.“Interesting. It’s been years, and I’ve forgotten the amount.”“Are you here for them?”I turned to look at her, placing the bar carefully. “No, I’m here for something more important.”“What could be

Alexander's POVI stepped out of the house, heading for the elevator when it slid open. Fiona stood there, dressed in a green silky gown. Her legs were revealed so nicely that I stared at them for a moment before snapping back to reality."Hi," she said, walking out of the elevator."Hi, Fiona," I smiled. "Would you like to come in?""You were heading out. I don’t want to waste your time," she said in a low tone.I chuckled. "No, please come in. The meeting starts in two hours. I still have enough time.""Okay," she said, following me to the door. I pushed it open, allowing her to go in first before I closed it behind me."Please, have a seat," I said, walking into the kitchen with a smile on my face. Deep down, I felt nervous. I could hear the rattling of the spoon in the cup as I filled it with tea.I walked back out. "Have this. It's good for the heart," I said.She sipped a little. "Do you still fear that what happened to your father might happen to you?"I was silent for a moment