Alonso's house…The atmosphere in Alonso's luxurious home was tense and charged with emotion. Perry's voice cut through the silence, breaking the spell that had settled over the group after the shocking press conference.She couldn't believe the audacity of that "evil woman," as she called her, to come on national television and label Alonso a murderer. The anger and hurt were written all over her face, and the others could sense the depth of his pain.The news of Betty's accusations had spread like wildfire across the internet, with opinions sharply divided. While some praised her courage and boldness, others condemned her for tarnishing the Montillo family's name.As the group tried to make sense of the chaos unfolding around them.“so when is the date fixed for the wedding?” Arnold's insensitive comment threw them into a frenzy. The question of when the wedding would take place was the last thing on anyone's mind, and the abrupt shift in conversation only added to the already fraug

As Perry and Alonso's lips met, their connection was intense, and time seemed to stand still. However, the moment was short-lived, as Perry was taken aback by the sudden kiss, leaving her uncertain about how to respond. She nervously twirled her hair, attempting to compose herself amidst the crowd's cheers.With suave and sophistication, Alonso reached out for Perry's hands and led her into the conference room. Their love was palpable, as he pulled out a chair for her, and the flashes of cameras illuminated the room from all angles. Reporters eagerly awaited their chance to ask questions, their hands raised high in anticipation."Before we open the floor to any inquiries, we would like to share the purpose of this press conference," announced Alonso, casting a quick glance at Perry. He reached for her hand, which lay delicately on the table, and embraced it in his own, eliciting a radiant smile from Perry.Alonso cleared his throat, commanding the attention of everyone in the room. "L

"Excuse me, Mr Montez," an officer called out, seeking to draw the man's attention. Alonso's mind had wandered, and he was sitting there, visibly frustrated. "I have something to show you," the officer added, handing over a mobile phone.Alonso watched as a young reporter, who had captured the scene with his phone, presented the footage to him. As he watched, his expression shifted from one of shock to one of disbelief, and he turned to the General, who appeared equally stunned."What on earth is this?" he exclaimed, his eyes remaining fixated on the screen. "That's Perry!"The video depicted a black Nissan Maxima pulling over, and the driver pointing a gun at Perry. However, Mia had intervened and taken the bullets meant for Perry. Shortly afterwards, two men dressed in black, their faces concealed, emerged from the vehicle and forcefully dragged Perry inside.Alonso's mind was reeling as he watched the horrifying scene play out. The implications of what he had just witnessed were gr

Perry, having finally mustered up the courage, asked the captors the reason for her kidnapping and pleaded for her release. The room she was locked in was unwelcomingly cold, and an eerie silence descended upon it as the men mulled over her requests. Suddenly, they erupted into a boisterous fit of laughter, the echoes of which bounced off the walls and penetrated Perry's very being, sending chills down her spine."I implore you, gentlemen, to reconsider. I have no quarrel with anyone, and I seek only to go about my peaceful life," Perry beseeched them, her voice trembling with fear. It was then that a sudden realization dawned on her - the only people who had any reason to harm her were her own flesh and blood, not literally though - her stepmother and brother."Is Philip the one who sent you? That treacherous scoundrel!" Perry seethed with anger, her frustration and bewilderment mounting."Silence, girl!" the man bellowed, his patience wearing thin. "Do I look like a mere messenger t

"It has been two excruciating hours since Perry was forcefully abducted with no crucial information of her whereabouts," exclaimed bloggers on the internet. The news of her sudden kidnapping, right after the public announcement of her upcoming nuptials, had sent shockwaves across the globe. All major local and international television channels had reported on the incident, creating an unprecedented buzz around it.To add fuel to the fire, a leaked video of the heinous act of Mia being shot and Perry kidnapped had gone viral, magnifying the horror of the situation. The media was rife with speculation about the mastermind behind the kidnapping. Some fingers pointed at Betty, while others held Philip responsible, citing their respective motives for the heinous act.The video that circulated online depicted a brave act of selflessness from Mia, who had put herself in harm's way to save Perry. The clip had quickly gone viral and was being shared all over social media, with netizens offerin