Otis grunted in frustration before he stepped forward and grabbed Viola by both her shoulders, trying to put some sense into her small skull.He knew that she was very upset because of the news, but he was upset too! This was the sole reason he had not spoken to his mother, ever again. Not even when she was on her deathbed, when he had come to know about the prenup she has signed before marrying Warner.“The old lady was clearly blinded by love, and didn't want anything apart from a family from the man who could have brought the world for her! How foolish of her indeed. And the worst thing she did was to treat my step brother– the son of this old man– like her own son, when she has clearly dug the grave for her real son with her own hands!I knew it very well that my real father didn't even owe a penny under his name. Rather, he was behind bars for the crimes whose weight was enough to not let him out, at least in this lifetime. And that horrid woman whom I unfortunately called my mo
Eliana silently went to her room, feeling that it was undoubtedly a relief that Warner had taken Noah with him, at least for now.Yes, she was very confused by all these events; but as much as she wanted to ask Noah about everything– the truths and the lies he had been hiding from her– she still needed some time alone with herself to compose herself first.She didn't consider herself to be a weak willed person, who would be shaken easily– but this had definitely knocked her off balance.It was completely unexpected– not just in the way that this news had been announced so suddenly, early in the morning, but also because she never saw it coming… that Noah could be involved in this succession battle by any means. She couldn't even believe her eyes yet– the man everyone in her family and in this world had treated so badly– just because of being poor and without a prominent family name– was actually the wealthiest person alive in this world!He was the only heir of the empire that contro
“Noah! Just trust yourself, you are much more capable than you imagine yourself to be. Your grandpa needs some time to relax now, it has been a very long life for me, son. Now it is my time to take my retirement and hand over everything that belongs to you to you–”“I understand your concerns grandpa, but all I am saying is, regardless of whatever uncle Otis and aunty Viola have done, why does Liam have to pay for it? He also deserves to be a part of this business, just like he is a part of our family…”Noah interrupted his grandfather without even realizing it, as the question started to pinch him until he uttered it. He had been trying to understand all the points that his grandfather had been trying to explain to him, in direct as well as indirect ways since they had met.After hearing all of them straight from Warner’s mouth, he kinda understood almost everything. Especially after seeing that the maid who was supposed to have died all those years ago, all because of him– was aliv
Noah took one glance at Eliana's eyes, and that's all it took for him to sense what she wanted.Without turning away from her or breaking eye contact, he started to speak to the staff members who were standing behind him while holding the medical supplies. “Leave, right now. And update me on the location of the doctor, why is it taking this long for him to come–”“It's okay! Call the doctor and tell him that there is no need for him to arrive. And also, close the door on your way out.”Eliana spoke over Noah's command before the staff members could have gotten the chance to reply and accept the order.She waited for them to leave the room with impatience and anxiety; even though Noah was trying his best to hide it from her eyes, she could notice the frustration and the helplessness on his face.This was something she hadn't ever seen on his face even when he didn't have a penny in his pocket– so then, why was he this helpless when he was the only heir of an entire Empire?As soon as
Eliana closed the gap between them within moments as she pulled Noah into a hug, rubbing her hands softly on his back. She found her voice after a few minutes. “It's okay Noah… it's okay, I am not mad at you that you have hidden all of this from me. It's just that, if you had told me about it already, we might have done something about it together. We are a team, right? Then why do you have to go through all of this alone?”Noah tightened his grip against Eliana's waist, releasing all the tension he had been holding in for so long. Feeling overwhelmed, all he could manage to do was murmur in a low voice,“Thank you!”As soon as she heard Noah whispering a thank you, she started off on another tangent, feeling miffed. “Noah, seriously! You will thank me for doing the bare minimum, when you have been doing everything to save this relationship of ours? I don't even know what I have done, to get someone you in my life… the most caring and loving life partner in this entire world–”"Giv
Everyone had gathered back at the breakfast table, and before anyone could break the silence, Otis took the initiative, his voice filled with relief.“Dad! I have talked to Liam, and he will be here before the evening party. I spoke to him last night, he's also very happy for Noah– after all, they are brothers.”“Yes! Even though they are originally cousins by relation, but I have always taught my son that Noah is his brother.”As soon as Otis completed his sentence, Viola spoke up proudly, lifting her chin, and giving a pointed look to Warner.“That's a good thing. So when will Liam be here?”Warner asked, concentrating on his food.“He has boarded the private jet already. He will be here by three- thirty this afternoon.”“Alright." Warner said, taking a sip of his coffee before turning his attention to Noah. “Noah, make sure you eat your breakfast well, son. We have got some important matters to discuss, and we will continue where we left off.”“Okay Grandpa.”Noah replied with a n
Noah’s voice cracked as he continued screaming for help, tiring out his lungs continuously. Finally, the doctor arrived, pushing through the tense atmosphere and panic- stricken staff. “Mr. Kingsley, please step aside and let us check.”The doctor instructed as soon as he saw Warner's condition, and the fact that Noah was holding his hands like he was not ready to let go of them at any cost. Yet, as the doctor spoke again, Noah quickly stepped aside. The examination was a little too swift, and when the doctor looked up, his face was grave.It didn't take him too long to announce;“I am sorry to say, but Mr. Kingsley has suffered a stroke. We need to take him to the hospital as fast as we can, or else his condition will worsen rapidly.”The announcement shook both Noah and Eliana to the root. Meanwhile, across the room, Otis and Viola were still trying to console each other and compose themselves; too consumed by their own grief to be aware of their surroundings or process what was h
The doctor placed a comforting hand on Noah's shoulder and spoke gently.“Be rest assured, Mr. Kingsley. We'll do the best we can. We won’t let anything happen to Mr. Warner."With that, the doctor and his team entered the operation room, leaving Noah, Eliana, and Stuart waiting outside the operation theater in anticipation.Their anxiety was building with every passing minute; three agonizing hours had passed this way, but no one came out to tell them anything that was going on inside.Noah or Staurt had not sat down, even for a minute; both of them were too worried to even notice the strain on their legs or even breathe. Thankfully, it was an autonomous process and was taking place in the background without any external effort, or else, they would have stopped doing that as well.Eliana paced nervously, alternating between trying to comfort Noah and Stuart and tamping down her own fears. However, attempts to calm them down were not quite successful.Beneath his steely exterior, Noa