Nora was now really angry. This man from nowhere was overstepping his boundaries right now. Just because he was allowed into their house, he thinks he could spew trash! How could he tell her that her grandfather needed medical attention when it was clear that he didn't? This man obviously did not
Nora still burning in anger at Grey's words picked up her phone and began to dial a number. It was her father, Jerrold Hordes. He was one of the most influential figures generals in Weston and had fought and won many wars. Now that Grey had overstepped his boundaries, she couldn't wait to ask her fa
Everyone present clapped their hands as the priest announced.Curt took a deep breath with his eyes still fixed on Bella, who awaited his words with a tender smile. The room was hushed as Curt began to speak."Bella," he started, his gaze locked with hers, "from the moment we met, I knew my life was
Just as soon as Grey did so, a video was displayed on the large screen on the podium behind the couple. Grey had earlier ordered Thompson to release Curt and Bella's s*x videos on this big day."Oh... Ash... Please don't stop..."As Grey approached a car in the video, which turned out to be Bella's,
The revelation of Curt's illegal activities sent shockwaves throughout the crowd. The guests were caught in a whirlwind of gossip, and some of the young people present began to take pictures of Curt's appearance with the police and tax officers.The opulent wedding transformed into a scene of chaos,
Grey, with a stoic demeanour, left the wedding venue without casting another side glance at Bella. He briskly walked to where he had parked Jane's car, a distance away from the venue.Having finally repaid Bella and Curt in some way, he felt a sense of satisfaction. Within seconds, he started the c
Nora began to shed tears as she rushed to her room to get her phone. In the midst of the turmoil, a pang of guilt gripped her.She remembered what Grey had said the other day, and she blamed herself for not heeding his advice. The realization that her actions might have contributed to the unfolding
On the other hand, the tension between Grey and General Jerrold Hordes was palpable. The air crackled with unresolved conflict as they reached an impasse, each unwilling to yield to the other's pride.General Jerrold intensified his scolding. "You stubborn civilian! Since you've refused to obey my o
Grey's reputation grew exponentially across Croatway and all over Weston. His success in business and his dramatic rescue of his wife and child had made him a household name. Newspapers, television channels, and social media platforms were abuzz with stories of his exploits and excellence. Grey bec
Grey paced his living room, waiting for any news on Nora. She had been missing for hours, and every minute felt like an eternity. He had already contacted the police, but they had found no trace of her. Desperate, Grey called his most trusted men and ordered them to start a thorough investigation al
Nora let out a gasp of terror as she was yanked backward. It was a fierce man looming over her with his grip like iron on her arm. "Thought you could get away, did you?" he snarled, dragging her back toward the house. Nora struggled, but her strength was no match for his. She held her baby even clo
The ropes binding Nora's wrists dug into her skin, but she ignored the pain. Her baby’s cries had long since faded, replaced by an eerie silence that filled her with dread. Outside the room, Bradley dialled a number with her face a mask of cold fury. “Where is Grey?” she demanded, her voice sharp a
Nora’s breath caught in her throat as she recognized them. Bradley, Carol, and Sandra—the wives of Jeff Hordes who had glared at her and her family with disdain during the reading of Jeff's will. The same women who had harbored resentment towards her and Grey for receiving the bulk of Jeff’s estate.
Nora was driving home from work one evening, the sky a soft orange as the sun set behind the hills. Her thoughts were a jumble of the day’s events and the upcoming plans she had for the weekend. In the back seat, her newborn baby slept peacefully in the car seat, while her carer, Emily, hummed a lul
Noah and Oliver, Bradley's sons, sat in the average living room of their mother's house with their expressions hard and their voices, heated. The fallout from Jeff Hordes' Will had left a bitter taste in their mouths, and they couldn’t let it go. “This is absurd,” Oliver said, pacing the floor, his
The sprawling Hordes mansion in Croatway was a hive of activity. Cars lined the long driveway, and people milled about, exchanging hushed greetings and speculative glances. It was a rare occasion that brought the entire Hordes family together, and the air was thick with anticipation and a touch of u
PART 2 (QUARTER TO THE END) The Hordes family hospital was a sprawling complex, renowned for its state-of-the-art facilities and expert medical staff. Inside one of the wards, Jeff Hordes lay critically ill in one of the private suites. He had been battling a severe illness for weeks, and despite