Charles had barely caught a wink of sleep that Sunday night. Norah and he had spent the weekend on high alert, trying to secure their home from an unforeseen threat – with Emma showing up unannounced, uninvited, and out of the blue on Sunday evening, sending Norah into a state of panic that nearly led her to dial 911. It took Charles all his persuasive powers to prevent her from making that call.With the first light of Monday morning, Charles had convened an urgent meeting of Oscorp’s top executives. The atmosphere in the conference room was tense, and the grim expressions on the faces of the executives mirrored Charles’ own concern. He knew it was time to unveil the disturbing truth about Emma’s involvement in the recent company fire accident.“Ladies and gentlemen,” he began, his voice wavering slightly, “I need to address a matter that has been haunting us for far too long.” He paused, glancing around the room, meeting the gaze of each executive.“Thank you all for joining me on s
Charles sat in his spacious office at Oscorp Tower, his hands trembling as he clutched the letter meant for Adams Corporation. He had known this day would come, but it didn’t make it any easier. His relationship with Norah had always been a thorn in the side of Emma, and now he had to sever ties with her.Taking a deep breath, he picked up his phone and dialed Emma’s number. She was the one who had initially planned to plant the seeds of doubt about Norah in his mind, and she had gone to great lengths to sabotage their relationship. Charles knew he had to be the one to break the news to her.Emma answered after a few rings, her voice cheerful. “Hey, Charles! What’s up?”“Emma, we need to talk,” Charles said, his voice heavy with the weight of his decision.“Sure, what’s on your mind?” Emma replied, her tone turning serious.“Come to my office please.”As he waited for her, he paced back and forth in his office, his fingers drumming nervously on the polished mahogany desk. The weight o
Norah and Charles had had a tumultuous week, but now, it was Saturday, and a certain peace had settled upon them after getting rid of Emma completely from their lives and taking measures to stop Emma from trying to harm them or even come close to them without their permission. Both felt a lingering satisfaction that was quite invisible to anyone’s eye from the way they carried themselves.“Charles,” Norah called from the kitchen, “I’m thinking of heading out to grab some groceries. We’re running low on milk, and we need a few other things.”Charles, sitting in the living room, looked up from his book. “Sure, I’ll come with you. I don’t mind.”Norah smiled, appreciating his offer. “Thanks, but you’ve had a long week. I can handle it on my own. Besides, it’s just a quick run to the store.”Charles nodded, understanding. “Alright, but if you change your mind or need anything, just give me a call.”Norah emerged from the kitchen and with a peck on Charles’ cheek, Norah grabbed her keys an
Norah had just returned from her grocery shopping, her heart still racing from an unexpected encounter. Her heart raced as she stepped into the cozy mansion. The fading daylight cast shadows across the room, but all she could think about was the encounter at the grocery store.She had to tell Charles about it. Norah couldn’t wait to share the bizarre turn of events with Charles, who was busy experimenting with a latest project in his study.“My love!” Norah called out, setting down the grocery bags in the kitchen. “You won’t believe what happened at the store today.”Charles who had come out of his study, emerged from the living room, curiosity etched across his face. “What’s up, my love? Something interesting?”Norah took a deep breath and launched into her tale. “So, I was at the store, minding my own business, when I bumped into Emma.”“What?” Charles asked, shock revealing on his face.“It was just crazy.” Norah said, shaking her head.Charles’ eyes widened further with concern. H
Charles paced back and forth in his office at Oscorp, his thoughts consumed by the promise he had made to Norah the previous night. He knew he had to fulfill it, no matter the cost. The safety of the woman he loved was paramount, and he couldn’t afford to take any chances.“Mr. Higgins,” he called out, summoning his lawyer to his side.Mr. Higgins, with a perpetual air of seriousness, entered the room, a hint of curiosity in his eyes. “What can I do for you, Charles?”Charles cleared his throat, his determination unwavering. “I need your help to hire a private bodyguard for Norah.”The lawyer nodded in understanding. “I see. Security is a serious matter. I’ll start looking into reputable agencies immediately.”With that set in motion, Charles and Mr. Higgins spent the following days carefully interviewing potential candidates. They needed someone with military experience, someone who could ensure Norah’s safety without intruding into her personal space too. After days of careful consi
Norah and Charles reveled in the warmth of the European sun as they continued their vacation on the island. The waters of the Mediterranean stretched out before them, and the gentle lapping of waves was the sweetest sight. With the memory of Norah’s joyful “yes” to Charles’s proposal still fresh in their minds, they knew this vacation was the start of a new chapter in their lives.They strolled hand in hand along the sandy shore, their fingers entwined like their hearts. The sun painted a shimmering path on the water, as if nature itself was guiding them toward a bright future together.Charles looked at Norah with a grin that could melt glaciers. “Can you believe it? We’re engaged!”Norah’s eyes sparkled with happiness. “I know! I can’t stop smiling.”They walked a little further until they found a secluded spot beneath the shade of a palm tree. Charles spread out a beach towel, and they settled down, still clutching each other’s hands.“I can’t help but think about our future,” Char
Norah’s heart raced as she gazed around the cluttered room. She couldn’t believe it was happening so soon, just one week after they returned from their blissful two-week vacation. Charles, ever the practical one, was already deep in conversation with a wedding planner, his focus unwavering as he discussed flower, food, venue, and seating arrangements.She watched him with admiration, her heart swelling with love for the man of her dreams. They hadn’t known each other for long, but from the moment their conversation had shifted from business to personal in that elevator, she knew he was the one she’d been waiting for.As Norah tried to wrap her head around the whirlwind of wedding preparations, Charles caught her gaze and smiled, his eyes filled with affection. “Darling, I was thinking we could have an outdoor ceremony by the lake,” he suggested.Her eyes lit up at the Idea. “Oh, Charles, that sounds perfect! Just like our vacation.”Charles nodded, his eyes never leaving hers. “Exactl
The wedding day drew nearer with each passing moment, and Charles and Norah’s excitement was evident. It had been a whirlwind romance that had blossomed into a deep and undying love.As they prepared for the impending event, they were determined to make the special day memorable not just for themselves but also for the only family they had left – Uncle Ben and Charles’ mother.Charles, successful in his business, was aware of the significance of family, especially in moments of celebration. Uncle Ben and Selena had been their pillars of strength throughout their lives, and they wanted them to be an vital part of this joyous occasion.One sunny afternoon, with just a week to go until their big day, Charles sat down in his elegant study. He picked up his phone and dialed the number to Uncle Ben’s home. The phone rang twice before Uncle Ben’s warm, gravelly voice filled the air.“Hello, Uncle Ben, it’s Charles. I hope you’re doing well, sir?”Uncle Ben, always jovial with a hearty laugh,