All Chapters of STOLEN LEGACY: The Heiress's Revenge : Chapter 51 - Chapter 60

Liora’s POV“Mummy!”Aurora’s tiny voice rang through the room as she came running toward me, her arms wide open.I forced a smile, lifting her into my arms and settling her gently on my lap.“Rora, darling… how are you? How was school?” I asked softly, though my heart pounded wildly beneath my calm exterior.“I’m fine! And school was fine,” she replied brightly, her face lighting up. “My friend said she wanted to say hello to you.”“Oh?” I murmured, my tone easing. “I didn’t know that. I’ll make sure to say hello the next time I come to your school.”“Yes! Thank you, Mummy!” she giggled, her joy innocent and unfiltered.I brushed her hair back slowly, savoring the brief comfort her presence brought.Derek walked toward us, then bent slightly to Aurora’s level where she sat on my lap, his fingers gently cupping her cheek.“Hope you won’t disturb anymore now that you’ve seen Mummy,” he said lightly.His gaze shifted slowly… until it locked with mine; our faces were only inches apart.I

Liora’s POV“You should go,” Derek muttered under his breath.“…You didn’t inform me about any of this,” I replied quietly, keeping my expression composed.“Mrs. Liora Hale,” the man called again, gesturing toward the center. “You may proceed.”I exhaled slowly, forcing calm into my lungs as I stepped forward.I reached the podium, my fingers brushing its edge as I leaned toward the microphone. I lifted my gaze, steadying myself.“Hello,” I began, my tone smooth and controlled. “I appreciate the introduction.”I paused as I forced a smile.“I’m not here to disrupt what already exists… but to understand it.”Subtle murmurs rippled through the crowd.“My name is Liora Hale,” I continued evenly, “and for as long as I stand in this circle, I intend to act accordingly… with clarity, not disruption.”For a second, there was silence… then Derek began clapping, and others followed.I inclined my head slightly in acknowledgment before stepping away. Derek met me halfway, and without a word, I

Liora’s POVThe drive was cloaked in silence and from the rearview mirror, the woman occasionally glanced at me, her eyes subtly studying my expression.“Stop here,” she instructed calmly.Cole obeyed without question, bringing the car to a smooth halt. She stepped out gracefully, then turned slightly toward the back seat, her hands clasped together.“Thank you. I appreciate it.”Without another word, Cole pulled away, the car surging forward with a quiet burst of speed.Not long after, we arrived at the Empire and before Derek could circle around to open my door, I had already stepped out. I didn’t spare him a glance or a word as I walked past him, though I could feel his eyes linger behind me, yet I refused to acknowledge.Inside, I headed straight for the elevator. The ascent felt longer than usual… when the doors finally opened, I made my way to my office and everything was exactly as I had left it.Dropping my bag on the desk, I turned and left almost immediately, heading for my

Author’s POVLucien’s car screeched to a stop in front of the hospital entrance.He stepped fast, reached the back seat, and carefully pulled Elara into his arms. At the same time, Stephanie rushed out from the opposite side, and Bianca was cradled tightly against her chest.“Help! We need help!” Stephanie’s voice echoed sharply through the emergency entrance.In seconds, nurses and a stretcher team rushed forward.“This way! Bring her here!” one of them called urgently.Stephanie didn’t waste a second as she gently but quickly placed Bianca onto the stretcher.“Post-surgery patient, possible complication,” she said breathlessly, forcing control into her voice as the team immediately took over and rushed Bianca away.Another team arrived almost instantly for Elara.“Unconscious female, suspected head injury,” Stephanie added quickly as Elara was carefully taken from Lucien’s arms.Without resistance, she was placed onto another stretcher and wheeled away.Lucien stood frozen for a bri

Liora’s POV*The next day*I was already dressed, my bag swung over my shoulder as I walked down the stairs.Derek approached the door with Bianca, dressed for school.“Mummy!” Aurora called out excitedly.“Rora, baby,” I responded warmly as we stepped outside.Derek opened the car door… I hesitated for a brief second before sliding in.He followed, placing Aurora carefully between us.“Rora, love,” I said softly, holding her cheek and leaning closer to her little ear. “When you wake up and see Daddy or any elder, you greet properly. In the morning, you say good morning, afternoon, good afternoon, and evening, good evening. Understood?”I tickled her lightly.“Yes, Mummy,” she giggled, nodding happily.Derek adjusted his seat. “Your driver, Mr. Gab, will be outside to pick you up. And Bianca’s school closes by 2:30 p.m., please don’t forget to pick her up.”I nodded.“Mummy will pick me up from school?” Aurora asked excitedly, her eyes lighting up.“Yes, love,” I smiled.“And there wi