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CH.FIFTY-ACCIDENT?!

LEO'S POVI returned home and slipped into my comfortable clothes, the weight of the day still pressing on my shoulders. Stepping onto the balcony, I let the cool breeze wash over me, but it did little to calm the storm of thoughts swirling in my mind. Should I tell her about Helen or keep it to myself? The uncertainty gnawed at me, a constant, uneasy tug in my chest.I took a slow sip of the wine in my hand, letting its warmth spread through me, when my phone buzzed in my pocket. Carlos. His name flashing on the screen pulled me from my thoughts, and I hesitated for a moment before answering, unsure of what new twist this conversation would bring.“Hello, Carlos,” I answered, still staring out at the night sky.“Oh yeah, I wanted to give you a heads-up,” Carlos started. “It’ll be officially announced tomorrow, but I thought you’d like to know in advance—we're going on a two-day seminar for our course.”I furrowed my brows, trying to process. “A seminar? What’s this about?”He continue

CH.FIFTY ONE- ENEMIES

LEO'S POVI vaguely recalled the police officers trying to show me a video that night during their interrogation. Honestly, I hadn’t been paying much attention. I figured it was just routine, something they had to do. But now, with everything happening, I couldn't help but replay that moment in my mind.What was in that video? When did this even happen?A knot tightened in my stomach as so many thoughts raced through my head, questions I hadn’t bothered asking before suddenly weighing heavily on me.Why hadn't I paid closer attention? And why were they so insistent?But what really shook me was Rachel’s expression when she showed me the footage earlier. Her eyes, filled with disbelief and hurt, told me everything I needed to know. She believed every single part of that video—whatever it showed, it was enough to make her shut me out completely.I had no idea what I was dealing with, but I knew I had to find out. And soon."Rachel, how—where did you even—" I stammered, trying to make sen

CH. FIFTY TWO- ENEMIES part 2

RACHEL'S POVIt turns out my whole life has been a lie. I thought the worst was behind me after losing Dad, but then when I discovered the unimaginable—Leo is the one responsible. Little did i know more was to come. And the worst part? I still didn’t know why. What reason could he have had? Every memory, every moment we had shared, felt tainted now. The betrayal was suffocating, and I couldn’t escape it.Just when I thought I had reached the bottom of this nightmare, reality hit me harder. I was delusional to think it was over. As if the truth about Leo wasn’t enough, one of my dad’s old friends reached out. What he told me shook me to my core—Dad had discovered that Mom was having an affair. On the day of the accident, Dad had gone to confront her about it.I stood frozen, trying to process it all. It wasn’t just the accident. My dad had been living a lie, too, right up until the end. Everything I thought I knew about my family, about the people I trusted, was crumbling right in fro

CH.FIFTY THREE-ENEMIES Part 3

RACHEL'S POVThe anger bubbled up inside me, mixing with sorrow and confusion.I felt like I was losing control. Every time I thought about my father, every memory flooded back with a new sense of betrayal. I couldn’t let this go. If the police wouldn’t do their job, then I would have to take matters into my own hands. I made the decision then—I would find a way to send Leo to jail myself.I was determined to trick Leo, to play the long game and pretend I had forgiven him. My plan was simple: once we got to the seminar, I would lure him into revealing all kinds of evidence about what had happened. I needed to expose him, and I thought I could do it without raising any suspicion. But everything took a turn I didn’t expect. The day after I showed him the video, he ignored me completely.I watched in disbelief as he approached our instructor, a deep frown etched on his face.“The project you want us to work on, I’m backing out. I have so many things lined up on my schedule” he said, frust

CH.FIFTY FOUR-FLASHBACK ENDS

LEO'S POVNow it’s time to show Rachel that she can never beat me. She has no idea what she's up against. How dare she accuse me of running over someone just because of some blurry CCTV footage?The audacity to assume I was behind it, without any real evidence—she’ll regret it. If it weren’t for my mother begging me to drop the case, Rachel would already be in a prison cell.I kept my composure after that intense argument during the seminar earlier, but inside, I was simmering. This is far from over, and when the time comes, she’ll know exactly who she’s dealing with.Later that evening, Mark and the others suggested an evening picnic—probably to cool off from the tension that had been building up all day. I agreed, even though my mind was still buzzing with thoughts of Rachel. As we made our way to the picnic spot, Mark pulled me aside.Mark and I were both engrossed in our phones while Carlos and Bianca sat close, quietly cuddling by the fire. The night was calm, but I could sense t

CH.FIFTY FIVE-BACK TO PRESENT

RACHEL'S POV"‘Someone wrote it for me, thinking it was the best way to sabotage your company,’ Leo said, his voice steady, yet tinged with a hint of regret. ‘But I’m taking responsibility for it since it came from my company.’I stood there, speechless, my heart sinking as his words echoed in my mind. It was exactly what had happened in my case. A wave of guilt washed over me, heavy and unexpected.My assistant had released those damaging articles, trying to take down Leo's company in retaliation. My mind suddenly went back to memories again.Although I had suspected for a few years now that Leo might not have been involved in my father’s death—the timing and location of the incident didn’t line up with when he left my house—there was still a nagging doubt. The way he swept the case under the rug left me questioning everything, fueling my suspicion. It made him seem guilty, and his shift in attitude after I confronted him with the CCTV footage only ignited my anger further. Maybe, jus

CH.FIFTY SIX-WEDDING?!

LEO'S POVAs I stood next to my car after answering a call from one of my assistants, I couldn’t shake the memory of the kiss we had shared. The way her lips felt against mine lingered in my mind, igniting a mix of emotions I hadn’t expected.Did it mean something to Rachel? I found myself wondering, my thoughts spiraling in a direction I wasn’t sure I was ready to go.What is happening to me?I thought, frustration bubbling beneath the surface. I had always prided myself on being in control, but now I felt like I was grappling with a tempest of feelings that threatened to overwhelm me.As I leaned against the car, trying to clear my mind, my phone buzzed in my pocket. I fished it out and saw Miss Red’s name flash on the screen. She rarely called unless there was something urgent.“Leo,” she said as soon as I answered, her tone laced with urgency. “We’ve got a situation here.”“What’s going on?” I asked, my heart racing slightly.“There’s someone in the office—an unfamiliar face. He j

HELLO DISTINGUISHED READERS

A Personal Message to My Dedicated Readers:Hello lovely readers,How has your reading journey been so far? I hope is going great and if not, then I am here to assist you.As I sit down to write this note, I am filled with a mix of emotions - gratitude, humility, and a hint of embarrassment. After pouring my heart and soul into crafting a narrative that resonates with you, I am dismayed to discover that some issues have led to duplicated chapters, disrupting the flow of the story. I can only imagine the frustration and disappointment this must have caused for those of you who have invested your time and emotions in following my work. I want to start by saying thank you. Thank you for your unwavering support, your enthusiasm, and your loyalty. Your encouragement has been the driving force behind my creativity, and I am honored to have such a dedicated community of readers. Your engagement with my work has made every moment of writing worthwhile.Now, I'd like to address the issues at h

CH.FIFTY SEVEN-UNSPOKEN FEELINGS

MICHEAL'S POVI sank deeper into my armchair, the soft leather cradling me as I replayed the audio file for the third time. Each replay felt like a knife twisting in my gut, the betrayal seeping through my veins like the rich red wine I poured myself. With every sip, my mind swirled, grappling with disbelief and anger.“How could you?” I whispered to myself, staring at the wall, my thoughts spiraling.“I thought you loved Mom.” I poured another glass, the sound of the wine filling the silence, echoing my turmoil.Hours slipped by, and the weight of the wine took its toll. The room dimmed, shadows dancing on the walls, the audio still playing softly in the background. It was haunting, the sound of the conversation that shattered everything I thought I knew.Morning light crept through the curtains, stirring me from my troubled dreams. I blinked against the brightness, a headache pounding in my temples. Groaning, I sat up, the memory of last night flooding back. My heart raced at the tho

CH.FIFTY EIGHT- CAUGHT!

MICHEAL'S POVAfter dropping Cecilia off, I made my way to the company, my mind still replaying the almost-kiss in the elevator. The warm glow from our time together lingered, making me feel lighter, and more hopeful. Just as I turned onto the main road, my phone buzzed in the cup holder. I glanced down to see a text from an unknown number: “Meet me at The Olive Tree restaurant. I have important information.”Curiosity piqued, I decided to go. The Olive Tree was a quaint little place with a cozy ambiance, and I hoped whatever this was about wouldn’t take long. As I stepped inside, the familiar scents of herbs and garlic enveloped me, instantly making me feel at ease.I scanned the room, searching for the person who sent the message. My heart raced as I spotted a woman sitting at a table in the corner. Her back was to me, but there was something about her posture that felt unsettlingly familiar. I approached cautiously, unsure of what to expect.As I got closer, she turned to face me, a

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