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Two hours later, the car had not arrived and Emily paced in the living room, her excitement bubbling over. She couldn’t stop thinking about the car Kendrick had promised her. Her heart raced at the thought of it, “what color would it be? What kind of car is he getting me?” questions flowed through her mind unanswered. Inside, Kendrick had just finished discussing plans with Xavier about the best driving school in Texas when a sharp honk echoed outside. Emily darted to the window, her pulse quickening. A sleek, red sports car was pulling into the driveway, gleaming in the fading light. “It’s here! It’s here!” she shouted, her voice a mixture of disbelief and joy. She rushed to the door, flinging it open just as the car came to a stop.The car dealer stepped out with a wide smile as he approached her. “Miss Emily, I presume?” he said, holding up a shiny key.Emily’s eyes sparkled as she saw the exquisite Ferrari, its cherry-red paint gleaming like a freshly polished gem. She felt as if
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The cars rolled in to a stop, and Evelyn hurried out from one of the cars, the happiness on her face palpable as she hurried towards Kendrick who had stepped down from the car to see who the unexpected guests were. “I have made it, dear… I just got engaged!” she announced as she pointed out her fingers to him, Kendrick grinned widely, his eyes never departing from the sparkling diamond ring that adorned her finger. “Congratulations dear, I am so happy for you… this is good news.” Kendrick replied. Evelyn wrapped her hands over his neck and kept filling the air with joyful screams, “Where is Dad? He needs to see this!” she exclaimed. Kendrick turned, “He should be in his usual sitting position, you know.” “Oh, that’s good.” she replied, “But then I will want you to meet my fiancee.” Evelyn added, while she gestured to Kendrick a tall masculine man, his eyes glinting. Kendrick’s eyes widened, it wasn’t the man he expected and Eve knew that she had some explanation to mak
A Billionaire in Disguise; Worthless to Worthy son-in-law. CHAPTER 226
While Kendrick was up in his room, he paced back and forth, his hands plastered on his waist as he pondered, could Prince have gone to the extent of beating up my sister? That’s so bad of him, I would have to ensure that he pays for this.” he muttered to himself. He slowly picked up his phone and dialled Methot’s number, only to see several message notifications popping up on the screen. He held his breath and swiped through each of them. “Kendrick, I know that my dad had done the worst in looking down on you, but please this is the time, the moment that we need you the most.” his lips dropped in surprise, it was a message from Knaver. He swiped through it and went into reading the others. After he was done with the rest, he sat slowly on the edge of his bed, “So, all Methot ever cares about is that I settled with a girl who was already dating my late brother? Just so I could win her father’s heart and promised wealth?” he shouldn’t be serious to think of me in that manner.” He sw
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Kendrick’s eyes widened in horror as the car screeched to a stop, he had hit down a lady and her body lay crumpled on the road, her phone and headphone which was placed tightly on her ears shattered on the road. “Oh my goodness, brother, what do we do right now? She must have been listening to music and failed to check the road before crossing.” Emily exclaimed as she rushed out to check if the woman was still alive. “Call 911, hurry in and bring my phone… we weren’t checking the road, and she was jogging without checking the roads, too.’ Kendrick’s heart racing, he hurried to kneel behind the lady. “Hey!.. Hey, can you hear me? Are you alright?” he asked as he struggled to lift her from the floor. In a moment, Emily hurried out of the car again, her eyes darting in fear as she spoke over the phone, “Yes, we need help… there’s an accident along Vincent’s estate, and its quite as serious.” she stammered, her voice trembling. The lady laid lifeless, Kendrick’s mind reeled, it was
A Billionaire in Disguise; Worthless to Worthy son-in-law. CHAPTER 228.
Immediately they arrived at the hospital, Xavier hurried to his usual duty and Kendrick emerged from the car, he leaned against the sleek door of his luxury ride, glancing at the commotion that erupted there. The speed of the nurses who hurriedly rolled in the carriage, the continuous yelling of the round faced man. Just as he decided to join them, Xavier hurried to his side, his voice laced with concern. “Boss, are you okay? I believe that the young lady would be fine.” he said, trying to sound positive amidst the tension that filled the air. “That’s okay, Xavier… hope is not a grain of sand, but I hope she gets well.” staring at the man who kept pacing back and forth. Kendrick whispered, “Do you know who that man is?” Xavier stared at him for some minutes, then he whispered back. “That’s Mr. Carson, he works onshore in Germany, he also has a long standing automobile manufacturing company.” Kendrick nodded, “No wonder he talks so hard, he seems not to be a calm person, but then I
A Billionaire in Disguise; Worthless to Worthy son-in-law. CHAPTER 229
Marissa Carson stormed into the hospital, her eyes wild with worry and anger. She spotted Evelyn and her brother, Kendrick, standing nearby, their expressions a blend of relief and apprehension. “Where is she?” Marissa demanded, her voice sharp. “Where’s my daughter?” Carson, her husband, took a breath, ready to explain. “She’s in an unstable condition, the nurses has not informed me about anything since they asked us to wait here...” “Unstable? She’s in a hospital bed because of that reckless driver!” Marissa shot back, her finger pointing accusingly at Kendrick. Kendrick felt the heat of her gaze and swallowed hard. “Mrs. Carson, I’m so sorry about what happened. It was an accident, and I have informed your husband that everything would be taken handled.” he replied calmly. “An accident? Is that what you call it?” she interrupted, her voice rising. “My daughter is lying in there because of you, and you are here saying that all would be handled!” she snapped harder. “Ma, please
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Kendrick’s heart raced as he stood in the sterile room, the smell of antiseptic clinging to the air like a thick fog. He could feel the weight of Bridget’s gaze upon him, filled with confusion and pain. He wished he could erase the accident that had landed her here, wishing for a time machine to go back just a few hours, before everything turned out of control. But reality wasn’t that forgiving.Bridget’s voice, tinged with fear, cut through his thoughts. “I need time to heal, Mum and Dad, not to make decisions about marriage… are you both giving me out to a strange man right now?”Kendrick shifted uncomfortably. The idea of marriage felt grotesque in this context, as if it was being proposed as a solution to a problem he never wanted to be a part of. He had to find a way to navigate this minefield, but the tension was suffocating.Marissa’s voice rose again, a sharp edge to it. “You don’t understand, Bridget. This isn’t just about you; it’s about accountability. This man,” she gestur
A Billionaire in Disguise; Worthless to Worthy son-in-law. CHAPTER 231
Back at home, Kendrick’s head throbbed as he sat slumped on the edge of his bed. His room felt cold, the walls closing in on him like the harsh reality of the situation. He stared blankly at the ceiling, his mind spinning in circles, replaying the conversations he had endured earlier in the hospital. “Marry her? But why?” he mumbled to himself, his voice low and disbelieving. “It was just an accident…” He stood up and walked over to the window, peering out into the evening light that was beginning to fade into dusk. The world outside seemed so distant, so disconnected from the chaos inside his mind. He ran a hand through his hair, gripping it in frustration. The weight of everything, Bridget’s accident, her family’s demands, and his own tangled emotions on settling with another woman were crushing him. He had always thought of himself as someone who could handle anything, but this situation felt like it was tearing him apart. Emily, his younger sister, sat in the corner of his
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With Lisa’s heart pounding as the nurse’s words echoed in her mind the second time."Pregnant. Bridgette was pregnant!"She blinked, trying to process the weight of that revelation. Of all the things that had happened, this was the most unexpected. She glanced at her best friend lying unconscious on the hospital bed, her face pale and damp with sweat.Lisa ran a shaky hand through her hair, glancing between Bridgette and the nurse. “Are you sure?” she asked, her voice barely above a whisper.The nurse gave a small smile. “Yes. The test results confirmed it. It’s still early, but she needs to take care of herself. Stress isn’t good for the baby.”Lisa swallowed hard, her mind reeling. How was Bridgette going to handle this? With everything going on Kendrick’s condition, the unanswered questions about his attack, this pregnancy would change everything.Just then, Bridgette let out a soft groan, her fingers twitching slightly. Lisa snapped back to the present, moving closer to the bed."
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Kendrick had begun his rehabilitation exercises, he was determined to regain full use of his left leg. Each step was a battle, his muscles straining under the effort to move in synchrony. The quiet focus of the room was broken when Xavier walked in, on his trail was his sister, Evelyn. As soon as Evelyn’s eyes landed on Kendrick, her composure melted. She ran across the hall, towards him, her emotions casting all caution to the wind. Without caring, she wrapped him in a tight embrace. Kendrick froze, wobbling slightly as he struggled to balance on his good leg. His hands hovered in the air, uncertain whether to return the gesture or not. His brows furrowed, confusion evident on his face. He didn’t recognize this woman, and instinctively, he knew she wasn’t Bridgette. Tears streamed down Evelyn’s face as she whispered, her voice trembling, “I’m so glad you’re alive. I thought you were dead—that I’d lost you forever.” “Dead?” The word rang in Kendrick’s mind like an alarm. His expr
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Maverick leaned back in his leather chair, the soft creak of the seat echoing in the silence of his study. His fingers tapped against the polished wooden armrest, his hand supported his head as his thoughts wandered to the courtroom show down awaiting him tomorrow. The case concerning his uncle had taken an unexpected turn in their favor. After a discreet meeting with the newly appointed judge—Maverick made sure his uncle's freedom was guaranteed.His lips curved into a smug smile. Tomorrow, the game would shift once again.*Bridgette carefully brushed mascara onto her lashes, her movements deliberate as she examined her reflection in the mirror. A touch of powder followed, evening out her complexion. Satisfied, she reached for her designer handbag, slung it over her shoulder, and turned to leave the room.Just as she approached the door, Lisa entered, nearly colliding with her. Lisa stopped abruptly, her sharp gaze narrowing as she stepped into Bridgette’s path.“What’s going on? W
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“What the hell are you doing? What is the meaning of this, Maverick?” Bridgette demanded, her voice cutting through the noisy pestilence sharp and unwavering. She pushed forward, but Maverick’s security team kept his space locked and tight—an impenetrable wall around him. Her rage burned, her body tense with anger as she glared at him.Maverick barely spared her a glance, his expression calm, almost smug. “Bridgette, no!” Lisa shouted as she caught sight of the unfolding drama. She picked up her pace, her feet stepped furiously against the ground as she ran to intervene.“You dare come here to put on a show, huh? After trying to take everything my husband built!” Bridgette ranted, her voice sharp, cutting through the noise, filled with anger.Maverick, as if he had been waiting for the opportunity, took full advantage of the moment—the manipulative schemer. He adopted a mournful expression, his eyes glistening as if on the brink of tears. His voice wavered, he did it deliberately to
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Her teeth clenched as she leaned closer, her voice dropping to a whisper. “I know Kendrick’s death wasn’t just an accident. It was a cold-blooded, calculated murder, and I will find out who did it. And when I do, I’ll make sure they rot in jail for the rest of their miserable lives!” She threatened, her jaw tightening as her words like arrows darted at breaking Xavier's cold demeanor also, it was fueled by a ferocious desire for justice for her beloved late husband. But as she glared into Xavier’s eyes, his expression remained impassive, his gaze impenetrable behind his glasses. He was unshaken.“Don’t go around spilling threats to your suspects,” Xavier said after a long pause, his voice cold and even. “Not everyone will sit back and wait for you to make the first move. A person who declares his plans to his enemy is as good as a dead man.” he spoke.His words stung, delivered with an unsettling calmness. He leaned in slightly, close to her ear, his tone dropping to a whisper. “Think
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Xavier froze, his heart pounding in shock. Kendrick’s voice was weak, halting, but it was unmistakably his and audible.Kendrick struggled to sit up, his movements clumsy and frantic as he reached for the phone, his stuttering growing more insistent.On the other end, Bridgette’s voice rang out. “Hello? Is everything okay? Are you with someone? Xavier, hello? Who’s that? Are you still there? Hello?”Xavier pressed his hand over the phone’s mouthpiece, silencing her voice and stopping her from hearing Kendrick's stammering voices lest she recognizes it and starts asking unending questions. He stared at Kendrick, torn between disbelief and hope.“I’ll call you right back,” he said hastily, ending the call before Bridgette could ask any more questions.Kendrick, frustrated that he wasn't given a chance to speak with Bridgette slumped back against the bed, his breathing ragged. His gaze was frantic, his lips forming her name over and over again. “Bri…dg-ette…”Tomorrow was the day set for
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The next day, they booked a flight and left the sunny shores of the Bahamas, heading back to the vibrant streets of Atlanta.As the car cruised through the city, Bridgette rolled down the window, letting the warm, lively air of Atlanta brush against her face. She inhaled deeply, a wave of nostalgia and joy washing over her. “I can't believe how happy I am to be back. I’ve really missed this place,” she said, her eyes glued to the blur of trees and houses speeding past.The air carried a sense of peace and familiarity, grounding her in a way she hadn’t felt in weeks.Lisa, sitting beside her, seemed to read her thoughts. She gave a knowing smile. “That was close, wasn’t it?”Bridgette let out a heavy sigh. “I’m just glad it’s all behind us now.”The vehicle eventually pulled up in front of the mansion’s towering gates. But instead of the familiar gesture to open them, the guards remained still.“What do you mean I’m not allowed access?” Bridgette’s tone was sharp as she leaned out of t
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What?” Bridgette exclaimed, gobsmacked and astonished. “How's this even possible?” She questioned. “Who else knew we were coming?”Lisa was quiet, strangely calm this time, Bridgette turned to her, her face gauging with frustration.“You were right.” She said, finally speaking up, her mind going through a lot of processing.“No one knew we'd be here except Ramon who suggested the club to us. I think he framed us.” She spoke— the revelation of the whole scene finally hitting her.“Think about it, why did he take so long getting us drinks?” She probed. “__ he literally led us to this room and after then he went to grab us a drink and took hours. We invited the strippers and even ordered drinks before he arrived. He must've placed a mole amongst one of them,” she thought, her hands on her chin.“Someone who took the photos. Deliberately putting himself in the frames to look innocent—as if he knew we'd call for the strippers. The pole in the room was also there for a reason, probably he d
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She kept her eyes on the road as she spoke. “The rangers who found him said the fall wasn’t as bad as it could’ve been.” She replied.“His parachute helped slow down the fall, and though he sustained some injuries, he’ll be fine.” she added.“We don’t know the full extent yet,” she added. “But we will after we speak to the doctor, I haven’t spoken to him yet.”Xavier nodded, relief washing over him, but the worry never fully subsided. “Alright, let's go to him.”Quinn nodded silently as she drove them to the hospital, stepping on the brakes and pulling the car to a halt in front of the large medical center. Xavier followed her inside, his gaze lingering on the towering building before they approached the receptionist, who guided them to Kendrick’s ward.Inside, Xavier found his friend lying in the bed. Kendrick’s left leg was wrapped in bandages and suspended. He slept soundly, his chest rising and falling with each breath, as his mouth took in and exhaled air from the oxygen tube gen
