Same time, Lucas and Renee began wedding preparations." Where would you like us to shop for the wedding.?" Lucas, smilingly asked Norah, as he held her hands alone in the sitting room." Yeah, where do you have in mind.?" Norah asked him. " You are my queen, make your decision, anything for you my love." Lucas replied to her." Let's take New York then." Norah answered him. " What a high taste my darling. Your wish I said is always my command, my queen." Lucas replied to her, as they got set for the shopping. But I have to fix their wedding date.Two days later, it was announced that Norah and Lucas would be tying the knot in three weeks time." This can't happen to me. She can't take Lucas away." Evelyn, who has been looking for a way to interrupt. She kept observing the very day she might meet with Lucas in his office.However, Mr Dickson barged into Mr Williams' office." What is the meaning of this you betrayer.?" Mr Dickson asked Mr Williams, aggressively." You don't have the
Fortunately enough, Thomas and Renee met at a bar. "This is the bitch, sitting over there." Thomas stood from his chair and went to meet with Renee. "Eh bitch." He said to Renee. Renee, rising her head with the anger in her. Poured the glass of wine on Thomas. "I have known you to be stupid; you don't need to tell me; it is written all over you." Renee answered him. "Young man, I am not ready for your madness." She added. Thomas, already filled with anger, answered her. "Your poured this on me. Your daughter of a bitch.?" "What your tongue, you rude and arrogant man. I don't want to pour my anger at losing all on you. It will be better you respect yourself." Renee answered him coldly. Thomas's held her hands and warned her. "Renee, you must be out of your senses. What did you think when pouring the wine on me.? You think I will leave you go court free.?" Thomas asked her, holding her hands sotily. "Take off your hands from me now, before I do the worse on you." Renee warned Th
Mr. Liam, who has been stroked down, could only keep weeping on the wheelchair."This is where I have ended." He spoke silently before Isabella, who was taking care of him."We have hope, my darling; you will surely get better." She answered."Where is Renee.?" He asked, curiosly.Renee has gone out for business but will be back soon. She answered him, acting to be fine.At the same time, Lucas and Norah were leaving one of his hotels, where he had been given to inspect himself."I think the manager is doing better; he is capable of the call." Norah spoke, walking with Lucas hand in hand, when they came across Renee."Finally, I have met with you face to face again." Renee paused, with her purse."Dadling, can I speak with her privately.?" Norah requested from Lucas."Alright, I will be waiting at the car park." Lucas answered Norah as he walked towards the car park.Renee tried to interrupt, but her mission then was just on Norah; she decided to hold to her peace."It is you and I."
Evelyn’s heart raced as she stumbled into her house. “I can’t believe I failed at this,” she muttered, berating herself for not considering Lucas’s security cameras. “Not even a thought about the CCTV!” But she knew that tomorrow was another day, a chance to try again.Meanwhile, Renee sat with her mother, Isabella. Their situation was dire—Isabella’s sick father needed urgent medical attention, and their bank account was nearly empty. Renee’s mind raced, replaying the events that led to this moment.“I have nothing to say at this junction,” Renee began, her voice serious. “But I need to tell you about Norah and my ex-husband.”Isabella raised an eyebrow. “Point of correction, he’s your ex-husband,” she corrected. “You willingly threw him to the dogs.”Renee bristled. “What’s that supposed to mean, Mother? Are you against my actions?”“This is where our problems started,” Isabella sighed. “If you had kept him with you, we wouldn’t be victims of his sudden rise.”“You’re blaming me now
As soon as Anna spotted the danger, Norah and Lucas started exchanging their wedding vows. Anna shouted."That can't happen; he is a cheat and won't have someone like you." Anna was speaking to Norah, who pretended, as well."Anna, what brought you here? I thought you had gone far from me.?" Lucas asked her, with Pretense as well."This is your son, with me." Anna answered, as everyone got astonished about that."Can someone tell me what is going on here.?" Norah asked the audience, who were equally surprised. Thomas immediately signals his gang not to attack."I said it; this is more reason why I divorce you, Lucas, but I have forgiven you and would like to spend the rest of my life with you." Renee spoke. "Is this a plan or what.?" Lucas, filled with surprise, asked."It is not a plan, but a reality. This is your baby." Anna answered. As Anna’s voice echoed through the grand hall, tension hung thick in the air. Norah and Lucas, their hands still entwined, turned to face her. The g
Thomas sat alone in the dimly lit sitting room, his thoughts swirling like autumn leaves caught in a gust of wind. The memory of Norah—the one who had slipped through his fingers—haunted him. Lucas, with his chest puffed out like a territorial wolf, had claimed her. But Thomas wouldn’t stand idly by. He’d rise from the ashes of humiliation and reclaim what was rightfully his. The path to success lay before him, and he’d follow it, even if it meant challenging Lucas and risking everything for love.Thomas’s heart swelled with determination as he confided in his mother. “I love Norah,” he declared, his voice unwavering. “I’m willing to sacrifice everything to win her back.” His mother’s eyes softened, and she nodded. “This is your moment,” she assured him. “Claim what rightfully belongs to you.” Thomas took a sip of the wine before continuing. “Anna, with her revelation of Lucas’s hidden secret, has paved the way for me. I’ll seize this opportunity and make Norah mine once more."Thomas
Mr. Dickson glared at Mr. Williams, who sat behind a mahogany desk, unruffled.“You’ve nearly ruined me,” Mr. Dickson spat. “All to please your daughter.”Mr. Williams leaned back, fingers steepled. “I didn’t make you poor. I merely ensured justice.”“But Lucas!” Mr. Dickson’s voice trembled. “You revealed him as the true heir. The same Lucas known as a cheat!”Mr. Williams met his gaze. “Past mistakes don’t define a man forever.”"That means you know what has gone wrong. Do you know I have planned filing a case against you in court.?" Mr Dickson asked him."I am not scared, Mr. Dickson; nevertheless, I won't conclude on Lucas until the DNa test is done successfully." "I see you have been serious with this; if this is a joke, kindly stop it before you get me upset the more." Mr. Dickson answered him."It is not a joke, but a truth that will be revealed. Remember, the world seeking a DNA test should be consulted by Lucas before coming to conclusions." Mr Williams answered.The garden
Renee stormed out of Edward’s office, Edward Lucas informat on land and properties on sell. Renee heart pounding. The restaurant—the place where she’d grown up, where her dreams had simmered over steaming pots and sizzling grills—was now in Lucas’s hands. She couldn’t accept it.Determined, she marched to Lucas’s penthouse, her knuckles rapping sharply on the door. When he opened it, his eyes widened at the sight of her.“Renee,” he said, his voice colder than the marble floor. “What do you want?”“The restaurant,” she spat out. “You sold it to Edward.”Lucas leaned against the doorframe, his jaw clenched. “And why should I care?”“It’s my birthright,” Renee said, her voice trembling. “My mother sacrificed it to save my father—the same man who’s lying in that hospital bed, fighting for his life.”Lucas’s eyes flickered with something she couldn’t decipher. “Your father was always more important to you than anything else.”“Because he’s family!” Renee’s anger surged. “And you? You were
"Finally, we have won at last. I have made my revenge, and thus called for celebration," said Lucas as he looked at Norah and all he had achieved so far.The victory party was a grand affair. The hall was adorned with shimmering lights and vibrant decorations, reflecting the joy and triumph of the occasion. Friends and allies gathered, their faces beaming with pride and happiness. Music filled the air, a lively tune that had everyone tapping their feet and swaying to the rhythm.Lucas stood at the center, receiving congratulations and heartfelt words from those who had supported him. Norah, by his side, couldn't help but smile, her eyes shining with admiration and love. The tables were laden with a feast fit for royalty, with dishes from every corner of the land, each more delicious than the last.As the night progressed, stories of bravery and camaraderie were shared, laughter echoed through the hall, and the bond between the celebrants grew stronger. Lucas raised a toast, his voice f
Roxanne felt a deep sense of dread as she discussed leaving the country with Rebecca. "Our husbands have been held, and our children too," Rebecca said, her voice trembling. "And you want to flee the country?"Roxanne sighed, her eyes filled with tears. "What do you expect from Lucas, whom you and I have treated badly?" she replied. "He has to do something about it."Rebecca shook her head. "Lucas is our only hope now. We need to trust him."Days passed, and the situation grew more dire. The streets were filled with chaos, and the sound of gunfire echoed through the night. Roxanne knew she had to make a decision. One night, under the cover of darkness, she packed her belongings and left a note for Lucas. She couldn't bear to say goodbye in person.As she crossed the border, her heart ached with the weight of leaving her family behind. She knew Lucas would search for her, but she hoped he would understand why she had to go.Lucas, upon finding the note, felt a mix of anger and determin
---Anna stood in the bustling airport, her heart pounding in her chest. She had come to pick up her friend Norah, but fate had other plans. As she scanned the crowd, her eyes locked onto a familiar face. It was him—James, the father of her child, the man who had left her years ago.James looked different, more mature, but there was no mistaking those eyes. He seemed equally stunned, his gaze fixed on Anna. She had changed too. She was no longer the young, uncertain girl he had left behind. She was a confident, beautiful woman, and he couldn't help but admire her.As they walked towards each other, the noise of the airport faded into the background. They stopped a few feet apart, the air thick with unspoken words. James was the first to break the silence."Anna," he said, his voice filled with emotion. "You look amazing.""James," she replied, her voice steady despite the whirlwind of feelings inside her. "It's been a long time."He nodded, his eyes never leaving hers. "Too long. I...
"I don't think it will be necessary if we keep going in this manner. This group of individuals has a high reputation and will do anything in their power to hold you down, Lucas. Meanwhile, the only thing to consider is your sincerity. You can't continue to be hurt daily. I suggest you look for a solution quickly," Xavier spoke to him."Whatever has made them regard me this way must have come from their collective idea and nothing more than that. I think that's where it should be considered necessary as well," Lucas replied."Yes, that's where we should focus more," Xavier agreed.Lucas met with his lawyer, Ms. Jessica, over the case against him. This time, she approached the courtroom with compelling reasons that proved Lucas's innocence. She presented new evidence and testimonies that dismantled the accusations against him. The judge and jury listened intently as Ms. Jessica laid out the facts, showing that Lucas had been wrongfully accused. Her arguments were clear and persuasive, l
"All I see in this is the act of jealousy," Lucas said to Ms. Jessica, his lawyer, as he sat with Xavier, speaking right in front of her. "I think what you need to know is that we are fighting multiple wars, and this could be the last. How they came to team up against you is something I can't really comprehend, but I think there's much more to this as well.""Yes, there is much more to this, as you have said, which is why I need to be careful. I have done that with everything in me. We need to confront one of the business partners," she said to him."Who on earth among them will give me the actual reason for fighting me? Is it the association or the IT head as well? I'm just confused, Ms. Jessica," Lucas breathed out.Ms. Jessica nodded thoughtfully. "We need to approach this strategically. Let's start by meeting with the association head. He might have some answers."Xavier, who had been listening quietly, finally spoke up. "I agree with Jessica. We need to get to the bottom of this.
"Deniel, who must have paid you to hurt me and cause me tears?" Lucas asked, catching the vibe of the situation."No one paid me, Lucas. The truth remains that we had a deal," Deniel replied."What deal is that? When on Earth did I know you? I have no business with you. Why must you go this far to blaspheme me?" Lucas added.Deniel laughed. "Hahahahaha. You think you are the most intelligent businessman. The same man who treated me, Liam, and the Dickson family like a mess. You think you won't have to share what you have done?" he asked Lucas.Lucas stood looking at him, even as the whole world started believing Deniel. Unknown to Deniel, Lucas had a little recorder in his pocket connected to the officer outside. The conversation was ongoing."Now listen to me. You can only be free from this if you release the one under your custody. That's the only way I will release you," Deniel said."Please, I am ready to do everything in my power to release them. I have seen that you are stronger
“I don’t really get it. Lucas involved in fraud. Do you know what that means? The great shock it has caused me as well,” Lucas said to Mr. Williams. “We need to do something fast about it, unless we lose it all. But I still don’t believe you, Lucas,” Mr. Williams replied.“I don’t understand you, Mr. Williams,” Lucas said as Norah walked in.“Lucas, what is going on? I thought you had inherited all that your father made for you. Why are you involved in fraud?” she asked him.“Norah, are you the one saying this to me? The same Norah that promised to fight the challenge with me?” Lucas asked her.“I have made deep research on this. There is no difference from this. It all contains your signature and name, even the date and time. Everything you did illegally,” she paused and began to sob. “I thought you were responsible. That was why I had kids with you. I didn’t know you were a pretender.”“Norah, what has gotten into you? Do you know that it is your husband, Lucas, you are talking to i
"The battle is over," Xavier said to Lucas."Not yet, not until I have seen both Dickson and Mr. Liam end up in prison," Lucas replied. Unknown to Lucas, Roxanne had gone on with the most dangerous fight in him. He was surprised to hear from his lawyer, Ms. Jessica."What am I hearing from you? This should have come to you before now, but there's a lot going on in my head that I'm about to sort out," she said to him."Please, I don't really understand you. Did you call me to your office to tell me how busy you are?" he asked her."Not really, Mr. Lucas. Please, what is this?" she asked him, handing over a file.Lucas looked into the file. "I don't understand," he said."This was brought to my table. I was able to snatch it from the accusers. This is your signature on an illegal business deal with Mr. Francis," she said.Lucas stood up. "I don't understand you. Where and how did I get to know Mr. Francis? I don't know a name like that. I think there is a mistake somewhere," he answered
Bianca still felt love for Mark. "There is a birthday I would like you to attend with me," Mark said to her. "Really?" she asked him. "Yes," he answered with a smile. Bianca accepted the offer. Meanwhile, it was a setup with Xavier to get her down. The plan commenced. Bianca, who had felt uneasy, left the child with his new nanny and went to dine with Mark. As she walked into the birthday event, there was the sound of music playing. She asked, "Are you sure this is the birthday event?" Mark smiled and answered her, "Yes, this is the birthday event, and soon the celebrant will be out to have a handshake with me as well.""How would the celebrant have a handshake with you here outside when there are so many people to attend to?" she asked him. "You don't need to worry," Mark replied. Before Bianca could say another word, she was already surrounded by a group of police officers. "What is going on here?" she asked, raising her head to the other side of her right hand. "What is the meaning