Scott's POVScott had not anticipated hearing what Nate had just said. He groaned, losing all desire to reprimand Nate. He turned to face his brother, who had a guilty expression on his face.The boy was alone even though he was living in the house with them. That was something they had not considered. Nate recently lost his father, who had been there his entire life. He also lost his mother when he was very little. Scott was well familiar with the pain of losing a lost one as he had lost both father and mother too. He was experienced with loss, but he dealt with it in a different, unhealthy way: he shut off the entire world. Nate was still a child, and he was dealing with sadness in the only manner he knew how: seeking attention from those who should be caring for him, even if it meant having a terrible attitude.Scott sighed, dragging his fingers through his hair. How had they missed these signs. He should have known this, especially Scott.Nathan walked past him and joined Nate
Nathan's POV"Excuse me, Nathaniel Hayes!" a reporter shouted as he climbed the stairs leading to the court entrance.He had hoped to walk in quickly without being spotted, but he was Nathaniel Hayes, the man of the hour. Of course he should have known that the reporters would be stationed outside the court waiting for him." What do you have to say about the case between your company and Rivers Estates…" someone muttered from behind him. Nathan didn't even spare the person a glance, he continued climbing the stairs.He tightened his grip on Nate, bringing the child closer to him as he attempted to dodge the throng of reporters who surged towards him at the sound of his name.Nathan was unconcerned about the media approaching him since he was suddenly surrounded by a bunch of men dressed in black, his bodyguards.Thankfully, he had allowed them to follow him to court, just in case of an uproar or something like this. He sighed, shaking his head. Reporters we're fucking predictable, h
Nathan's POV They didn't have to wait for long since the judge entered the room a few minutes later, and the trial began right away. This was his first time being in a trial, but not Nathaniel Hayes first time, so he had to act like this was not new to him. He was slow to respond to commands, but got the hang of it at first round.Nathan never thought they'd lose the trial, even when the opposing counsel got off to a great start. Stating how Hayes Holdings had breached the contract and had to pay the attached fine or reinstate Rivers Estates as the company to manage the project.Once again, they were back to square one. Nathan thought."Your honor, my client never signed any legal agreement or contract promising the project to Rivers Estates." Nathan's lawyer, Jethro, interrupted Rivers Estates' counsel.The judge scowled and picked up the paper in front of him. He motioned for Nathan's counsel to continue with a dull look. No judge wanted to waste their day presiding over a stupid
Nathan's POVNathan pulled into the empty parking area and stopped his car. He picked up the folder lying in the passenger seat and sighed as he hopped out of the car, ensuring that the door was firmly locked before proceeding to the stairs leading to apartment elevators.This was not his first visit to the building. After forming an alliance with Myla and his team to bring down Ross Construction and the secret organization in Hayes Holdings, as well as discover who was responsible for the Nathaniel Hayes accident 10 years ago, they shifted their meeting place to the condominium. They couldn't always meet in Myla's office or his without Amber or Scott finding out. They needed to be discreet in what they were doing and it was only wise to get a secured location.Myla owns every apartment in the building, and they currently convene at B12 to discuss their plans. It was more secure, free of disturbance and unwanted eyes.He smirked as he saw Myla's black Porsche parked in the parking lo
Nathan's POVReagan had maintained a chilly demeanor toward him, never mentioning it to his face even when he knew that he was not the real Nathaniel Hayes. From what Nathan could tell, They were desperate, just as he was. They needed Nathaniel Hayes to be alive and well. He too needed to use Nathaniel Hayes body to achieve his plans and he would go to any length to protect Nathaniel Hayes identity, even if it meant concealing the truth.The only person he was more concerned about finding out the truth was Scott, and he prayed his brother would not find out until Nathan completed his task. He didn't want to face Scott as a liar.For some reason, he felt that time was ticking fast and his days as Nathaniel Hayes was counting. He could sense Nathaniel Hayes at the surface of his consciousness.Myla nodded to the folder on the table. "How's it going on your side?" he inquired.Nathan sighed and picked up the folder, handing it to Myla, who began turning through the pages. It was just a
Nathan's POVNobody warned him that driving behind Myla, especially when the guy was in a hurry, was a big mistake. Myla drove in a way that made it difficult for whoever was trailing him to catch up with him.Nathan was trying to keep up with Myla's car and the only thing making it possible for him to do that was because of the unique color and type of Myla's car; the guy drove a black shiny Porsche car with a gold tint lined around the sides. It wasn't everyday one saw such car on the highway.He saw Myla change lanes and cut through two cars at the same moment. Nathan doubted he could drive like that without colliding with one of the cars, so he stayed in his lane until he found an opening for him to follow Myla.Myla narrowly escaped a red light after nearly twenty minutes of driving, entering the next road." Fuck!" Nathan cursed and slammed his steering wheel, stopping the car before he ran a red light.He wasn't sure if Myla was aware he was being followed because the guy didn
Nathan's POV"So let me get this right. You are Lucas whatever, in Nathaniel's body, and the man in the hospital is Nathaniel in Lucas's body. Your body?" Leslie asked, his eyes wide. Nathan wasn't sure how many times they'd have to explain it to Leslie before he understood. Leslie, a man who claimed to be intelligent and smart, was clearly lacking in that department at the moment.He sighed, "Exactly as you said. Yes," he answered.After Lucas closed his eyes, they had given the doctor time to examine him, only to be told that once again, Lucas had gone into a coma. He didn't know why it had happened again, but something didn't feel right.Lucas and Nathaniel couldn't be awake at the same time. He had a lot of questions to ask Lucas; like where the guy had kept the flash drive, but it seems Nathan would have to find out those answers himself.Leslie squinted and pulled his fingers through his hair. He fired, "Then who the fuck are you?!"Nathan shook his head. He was done explaining
Nathan's POVNathan descended the stairs, completely suited for his outing that day. He had chosen to wear a plain black shirt, blue pants, and white sneakers, not to come off as being too formal.He went to the kitchen after hearing voices coming from there. He recognized the voices as he got closer. When he entered the kitchen, Scott, Nate, and Jane were all present.Scott and Nate were sitting on the counter, bent over something while Jane was by the glass cooker. The brief moment brought smile to his face, momentarily making him forget his present situation."Hey dude!" He called, heading over to the refrigerator and pulling out a bowl of apple slices. " Hey! what's up," Scott mumbled back to him without looking up. Nathan mumbled a reply as he picked a slice from the bowl, munching it. Since Nate began staying with them, Jane has taken it upon herself to ensure that there is always a steady supply of fruits in the house.It was health for the kid to take fruits. Nathan was glad