All Chapters of ENTANGLED MARRIAGE : Chapter 51 - Chapter 58

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CHAPTER FIFTY-ONE: The Truth Begins to Speak

ALEXA'S POVA devilish chuckle echoed through the old cliffside house.My heart lurched.Mrs. Stones.She stood in the doorway with an unsettling smile on her face. Behind her were three burly men, each one looking more intimidating than the last.And beside her...Sydney Stones."What a pleasant surprise," Mrs. Stones said smoothly, her gaze sweeping across the room.A chill crawled down my spine.Mr. Anderson stepped forward, slipping both hands into his pockets."What are you doing here, Katey?"Her smile widened."I'm here to collect what's rightfully mine.""And what exactly would that be?" Jason asked coldly.His fists were already clenched.Mrs. Stones tilted her head."Oh, Jason... don't pretend you don't know."Mr. Anderson sighed quietly."Enough, Katey."His calm voice carried authority."Haven't you caused enough damage already?"Mrs. Stones laughed softly."I've only just begun, Max."Disappointment clouded Mr. Anderson's face."You've always been selfish.""You've never

CHAPTER FIFTY-TWO: VOICES FROM THE PAST

JASON'S POVSilence filled the study as I pressed the PLAY button.The cassette crackled before two familiar voices echoed through the room.Richard Cardova.Jeffrey Lester."Gresham Building has recovered faster than anyone expected," Richard said.Lester let out a dry chuckle."Of course it did. It's your own fault you walked away when things got difficult. You and Edward started that company together, but you abandoned it.""I couldn't risk losing my shares," Richard replied.A brief silence followed."What exactly do you want, Richard?" Lester finally asked."The company.""The whole company."Another chuckle escaped Lester."In your dreams.""It can become reality... with your help.""And why would I help you?""Because once the company is mine, you'll get your share.""I'm not helping you, Richard.""I'm Edward Leonard's lawyer."Relief washed over me.For a moment, I'd feared my grandfather had chosen greed.Richard wasn't giving up."Lester...""Edward is using you.""Without

CHAPTER FIFTY-THREE: THE MAN WHO VANISHED

ALEXA'S POVJason came downstairs with his tie hanging loosely around his neck.I smiled and walked over to him.Without saying a word, I gently took the tie from his hands and began knotting it.He watched me the entire time, a soft smile tugging at his lips.When I was done, I brushed an invisible speck of dust from his suit jacket."There," I said with satisfaction. "Now you look charming."Jason chuckled before leaning down to kiss my forehead.Then his lips found mine.The kiss deepened, making warmth rush to my cheeks.I laughed softly and pushed him away."You're going to be late.""Oh?" he teased. "A CEO is never late."I rolled my eyes."Oh, please."He glanced at his wristwatch."...Actually...""I am late.""I knew it," I laughed."You still have to eat before leaving."Taking his hand, I led him toward the dining room."Josie," I called."Please bring breakfast."Moments later, Josie entered carrying a large tray filled with pancakes, waffles, toasted bread and two steamin

CHAPTER FIFTY FOUR: THE MAN THEY MOVED

JASON'S POV"Yesterday?" Alexa asked.She narrowed her eyes, as though trying to process what Dad had just said."Yes," Dad replied quietly.I rubbed my jaw, anxiety twisting in my stomach."How did Mrs. Stones find out about Jeffrey?"Dad sighed deeply. His face had gone pale."Katey has her ways. She's sneaky, intelligent, and resourceful.""She couldn't have known about Jeffrey by chance," I said. "I think she has someone watching us."Dad immediately stood and began pacing around his study."And who would that be?"Alexa suddenly gasped.I turned toward her.She covered her mouth, her eyes widening as though something had just clicked in her mind."What is it, Alexa?" I asked."Josie."The name dropped into the room like a stone."Josie?" Dad repeated.I frowned."What's wrong with Josie?""She was in the dining room when we were talking about Ashwood Psychiatric Hospital," Alexa explained, nervously biting her lower lip.Dad stopped pacing."Let's not jump to conclusions.""I don

CHAPTER FIFTY-FIVE: PIECES OF THE PUZZLE

JENNIFER'S POVAustin covered my eyes with his hands as he carefully guided me forward.I wasn't exactly excited.Lately, excitement had become difficult.I was exhausted.Exhausted from the mysteries.Exhausted from the constant tension surrounding our family.Exhausted from pretending everything was okay."Just a few more steps," Austin whispered.I rolled my eyes playfully."If I trip and fall, I'm blaming you."He chuckled."I'll take responsibility."He finally removed his hands.My eyes widened.Candles flickered softly around a beautifully decorated table.Fresh roses sat in a crystal vase.Delicious-looking dishes covered the table.The entire setup was breathtaking."Austin..."I turned to look at him."This is beautiful."He smiled proudly."Have a seat, my lady."He pulled out a chair for me.I sat down while he took the seat opposite mine.Then he reached across the table and held both my hands.His eyes softened."You're beautiful."I laughed."And you're charming."We bo

CHAPTER FIFTY-SIX: THE HIDDEN TRUTH

ALEXA'S POVI pushed the door open slightly.It creaked loudly, the sound echoing through the empty house.I took the first step inside.Silence.Complete silence.It felt as though time had stopped in the house years ago.Jace, Jason, and Mr. Anderson followed closely behind me.The first room was dark and dusty.I sneezed almost immediately."Bless you," Jason whispered."Thanks."He reached for the light switch.After a few attempts, the lights finally came on.I froze.Piles of documents were scattered across the floor.The furniture was covered with white sheets.Drawers had been pulled open.Several chairs were overturned.Books and papers were everywhere.The entire house had been ransacked.Someone had searched every corner of the place.And we all knew who it was.Mrs. Stones.My eyes slowly travelled around the room.Despite the years of neglect, the mansion was still grand.But its former beauty had faded.The paint was peeling from the walls.Several windows were broken.D

CHAPTER FIFTY SEVEN: THE NAME ON THE TAPE

THE ANDERSON'S MANSIONMAX'S POVDinner was served promptly at seven.Herb-crusted steak rested beside creamy mashed potatoes and buttered asparagus. A basket of warm dinner rolls sat in the center of the table, while a fresh Caesar salad and glasses of sparkling water completed the meal.For dessert, there were slices of New York cheesecake.It should have been a normal family dinner.But something felt off.I stretched my hand toward Laura and Lisa.“Let's pray.”Lisa took my hand immediately.Laura, however, slowly pulled hers away.She closed her eyes and whispered a prayer beneath her breath before reaching for her fork.I frowned.That was strange.Lisa, seemingly unaware of my concern, dug into her food immediately.I glanced at her.She had a stern expression on her face.I couldn't understand why she had been acting so distant lately.After dinner, Laura quietly went upstairs.I watched her disappear before turning toward Lisa, who was sitting on the couch, typing furiously o

CHAPTER FIFTY EIGHT: THE REVEREND'S SECRET

ALEXAMom was staying with Steve and his wife for the meantime.I drove into the compound and parked my car.The guards greeted me as I stepped out.I took a deep breath before walking toward the house.I needed to find out if my mom knew Father Michael.As I entered the house, I saw Mom coming down the stairs.“Alexa?”She looked slightly surprised to see me.Then, almost immediately, her expression changed.I wondered why.“What are you doing here?”I raised an eyebrow.“Are you not happy to see me?”I pouted dramatically.“You've not been calling or visiting, so yes, I'm surprised to see you.”She said it flatly.I sighed.She was right.I hadn't been checking on her as much as I should have.Between the court cases, the documents, and everything happening with the family, I barely had time to breathe.“I'm sorry, Mom.”“It's fine, Alexa.”She came closer and held my hands.We both sat on the couch.“So, how have you been doing?” I asked.“I'm managing.”She gave me a small smile.

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