East Alley,New York City,The Stephen's Mansion,Laura's Mom POV,I strolled out of the house. The housekeepers were just irritating today. Kept on gossiping about my position in Laura's marriage. I know I failed her. I know I didn't fight for her but I already accepted my falls.I wasn't even expecting Ade to go so far. We agreed on frightening with May's wedding but house arrest. And restricting her movement? She wasn't a kid anymore. I failed her. I could see how disappointing she stared at me while Ade thundered his orders. Riches, fame, and servants but no peace? What was the use? I'm just a mother who lost her child's respect today. I'm stuck in the middle. I had to somehow convince Ade, I laughed hysterically. I knew him, the threats, my eatery, the spa, and frequent alerts will be gone. I don't want to lose them but I already lost the most precious gift to me, my daughter, and knowing Laura, I already lost my grandchild too. I didn't know what to do. I loved fame, respect, a

Middletown High,Fortune's Building and Construction Enterprise*Daniel's POV*"Finally, I yawned, stretching and adjusting my shoulders a little.It was already 5 pm. I was already missing my bed. Funny how, I hated lying all day on the bed and now, I'm here missing it.I settled in the chair and did the finishing touches to the design I started. It was pretty cool but I wanted to get the client's needs right.I paused, breathing loudly. Working with a top-notch enterprise required fewer breaks, more conversations and hectic workloads. I just started today and my desks were piling with unfinished projects from different teams.How was I going to survive? This wasn't what I expected! Then again, the pay was something I never imagined I will be earning. So, I guess, everything worth value had to be worked for.I still had a meeting with Nicholas by 6 pm. I hope after I break down my thoughts, he will fully understand me.I knew Mrs Potts's offer was a lifetime opportunity but it was to

Middletown Alley,Phase 7,Nicholas POVSome days, I just want to stare at the grey still blanket accommodating stars and the intriguing nature's lamp. Nature was a casket of mysteries. You never know what is coming up.The days seem to drag on and feel so slow. Like, how is it Wednesday already? I thought loudly, walking through my back door. Rick's bodyguards were still watching my house and the AI clone was doing a wonderful job. They were so blinded by orders of Rick that they couldn't tell the difference. The wind was really cold at this time of the year. The meteorologist on CNN claimed it was climate change but I guess it's just nature paying us back in our coin. We haven't been fair so far. I was supposed to be at the hospital with Mrs Potts but she called in, changing the plans, she wanted me to get ahead with Rick and Veronica. They were getting restless now. Checking up on her charities, bakeries, business clients, houses and churches. According to her, they might soon h

Midtown High,Fountain's Healthcare Hospital,Nicholas's POVI kept pacing, glancing at my wrist watch every second. Where the h**k were Rick and Veronica? We settled on 12 noon and it's almost 2 pm!Two hours wasted, I seethed angrily, pacing and dialling Rick's number again. "Hello, Nicholas. We're on our way. Veronica had to take care of some things at the office," he replied."No problem, where are you guys now?"We're almost here. A truck had a breakdown causing a slowdown of vehicles""Oh, alright. I will be waiting here," I replied, abruptly ending the call.Trust them to never keep up with appointments. I stretched, then taking a full glance at the hospital's parking lot, I strolled into the building.Fountain's Healthcare also belonged to Mrs Potts but was signed under her maiden name. One of her real estate lawyers managed it and we saw it once a month. The hospital wasn't that busy today, just a few visitors waiting to check in on their friends, family or somebody. There

Midtown High,Phase 5,The Oscars MansionDaniel's POVThe house was a graveyard when I stepped in. The kitchen light was switched on though. Probably Jenny cleaning the dishes, I thought, walking in.She was there alright, not cleaning dishes though but eating slices of apple. "Good evening, Daniel. How were work activities?" she asked, avoiding my gaze."It was great, thank you. Why are you still up? It's past 11 already.""I was hungry. Didn't eat much for lunch.""Oh…Alright, I will be going to bed now. You should try to get some sleep too"" Wait, aren't you hungry? I could do some toasted bread for you.""No, I'm okay. I ate some pancakes at the office and it was a lot. Thank you though"" Alright, that's okay. Good night, " she replied, dropping the remaining slices in the trash bin."Good night too, I said, walking away.That was strange. She didn't even start all that annoying conversations aligned with her. Maybe, she was finally losing interest or planning something stupid