บททั้งหมดของ ENTANGLED MARRIAGE : บทที่ 51 - บทที่ 60

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

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

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

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

ALEXAI held the photograph tightly in my hands.Four men stood together.Williams.My mother's father.Jeffrey.Susan's father.Richard Cardova.Katey's father.And standing beside them was Father Michael.I stared at the photograph again.Why were these four men together?What connected them?And why had Father Michael kept this photograph hidden?Jason stepped out of the office.I remained inside with Mrs. Jada, still staring at the photograph.A few seconds later, I heard Jason's voice from the hallway.“Who's there?”Silence.“Who's there?”I looked toward the door.Jason's footsteps grew louder as he walked back toward the office.Then an elderly woman appeared beside him.She walked slowly into the room.“Mrs. Helen?” Mrs. Jada called.The woman turned toward her.“Hi, Mrs. Jada.”“Hi, ma.”I greeted her respectfully, lowering my head slightly.Her eyes moved toward me and Jason.“Andersons?”“Yes,” Jason answered immediately.His voice was impatient.“What were you saying back