Aurelius descends down to the first floor of the residential main block using the elevator, same like Derek but different ones. They meet Eloine down, who is in a haste. They rush over to enter the car which is packed on the wait. The driver is already dressed and is seated inside of it. Eloine takes his place in the front while Aurelius opens the back door for his boss, then closes it, walks over to the other side, opens the door, enters and takes his seat beside his boss."Aurelius, I didn't tell you where we are heading to. Jackson is reportedly hiding in the company, working in the control room and his target is on me. He had begun a conspiring with a treacherous group and their target is also on the financial office. If they can capture the pin to the company account, they will drain all the money.""But why is he doing all of these?" Aurelius asks. "Seriously, I don't really know his intentions of all doing all of these, could it be the little disgrace I made in front of ever
"You are under arrest!" One of the officers order, walking straight to him where he is sitting. He raises his head and stares down the man with bad eyes. Derek wonders what he is up to as he's not saying anything even at being asked to submit himself for arrest.The officer moves closer to him, in a flash, he pulls out a gun and is about to shoot when the men dash in on him overpowering him and taking the gun away from him, they think it's over, he is handcuffed and led away to Derek who asks to see him.He is brought to his office where he is with Aurelius and Elione. "You wanted to hold me captive by laying an ambush for me on the road, now you are my hostage. I'm going to do with you whatever I wish."Derek is determined to mock him, to continue to disgrace him in all possible ways even though it was this that prompted him to do all he is doing, his assistant is grinning from ear to ear."Make him kneel there before me!" He was standing, but upon this instruction, the men move for
A call drops on Derek's phone as Aurelius leaves, he picks it up from the table before him and checks. It's Bianca, his head is destabilized. She told him that he would be meeting with him this afternoon right from when he was at Jaria's parents' apartment. He hadn't returned yet and this was the major reason he hurried back so he would arrive on time. He breathes heavily portraying a panicky expression that calls for Eloine's attention. He rushes over to him to ask what's wrong. "Why are you scared, you are acting like something is wrong?" Derek then pauses to look at who is calling him scared, he wasn't scared with Jackson, is it just a call from Bianca he would be scared? He asks himself. "I'm not scared, I'm just confused and don't know what to do. This is Bianca calling and she wants us to go to the court then, I think she is done with her private investigations and has gathered all the points she needs."So now you will be going to court?" Eloine asks him with a surprised fac
Today he chooses to confront her after telling her the direction to his estate. "I don't want anyone quarrelling between you and Jaria as you are coming to my house, that's why I don't always want the two of you to be present at the same place." Bianca gives a very long sigh, not resembling an educated lawyer and young girl. "What do you mean now?"Derek feels his person insulted, he was her boss after all and needed to be apologized to. If she wasn't going to say it, then he is going to force her to apologize to him for her rude and mannerless way of speaking to him. "Have you forgotten that I'm your boss or you now see me as your mate, is it because you are one of the best in your field and think that I can never do without you?" Derek lowers his voice, he steadied it to ask him. Bianca blinks her eyes in shock. "Can we do video call please?" He raises up her head. Anxiety flies from nowhere into her mind. Derek has never said this to her, he hasn't talked to her or any other gir
He takes hold of her hand, then this arouses the thoughts in her that perhaps he is drunk and is horny at the same time but just at this moment, Derek speaks, clarifying his intentions."I'm not trying to seduce you, I'm feeling so anxious, dizzy and weak. It's the reason you see me this way." Jaria is disappointed, she knows it's gonna be a formal meeting perhaps he has some other thing to tell her which isn't related to what she thought before."Okay, Bianca is coming today and she will be alone with me discussing the divorce proceedings, I don't want you to come out." He puts up a serious face here, at this point. "Please if you wouldn't ever listen to me in other things, be kind enough to yourself to heed to this one, it's for your own good." "What's really gonna happen that he doesn't wants me to come outside?" Jaria asks herself. She is puzzled and that very nature shows in the way she looks at him. "Not like I want to cheat with her against you, you can ask for an evidence, l
At the stated time, Eloine knocks at Derek's door, opens it and walks in, he is still sleeping. He gently taps him, three taps wakes him up, he runs his eyes with the back of his palms. Then he raises his eyes to the wall clock, it's 2:50 PM.He remembers that he had an appointment with his lawyer, Bianca. He rises from the bed abruptly, walks to his bathroom to freshen up. After spending ten minutes in the bathroom, he receives a call. It's Eloine. He stretched out his hand from the bathtub he is, clearly his face of soap with his left hand."Hello Eloine?" He already suspects what he wants to say even before he opens his mouth."Bianca is here, she requests to see you.""Tell her to wait for me in the guest room, and give me fifteen minutes. I'll be right there." He feels she should wait, though he is giving fifteen minutes, he might take a little bit longer than that but not longer than thirty minutes."Alright sir." Eloine waits for Derek to hang up the call, then he progresses t
"I wanted to ask if you could......" She stops, flinching her face to the side, with two documents still held in her hands, then she looks back at Derek."I don't know if you could go out on a date with me?"Derek is taken back, if not that he was fully balanced on the seat, he would have fallen. "What did you just say?" He chuckles."I asked if you would go out on a date with me?" This time around, she says with more confidence than before. Derek smiles."Why do you want me to go out on a date with you but you are my lawyer and we are supposed to keep things at a professional level?"She smiles, glancing at the floor. "I think I've begun falling for you, I don't know how but I think I have," her answer comes out before she realizes. Realizing what she has just said makes her want to freeze but there's nothing she can do, she has already said it.Derek is shocked, he doesn't know if he should talk, if he should smile or if he should stand and gaze at the bold lady who has made a remar
"I thought you came to discuss Tahlia's case?" He sees this as very important compared to the date she is talking of. She shakes her head, then nods it."Yes, I did. But something really important came and took over, which is our date." She smiles. "I'd love to go on a date with you then, but let's talk about the case first, at least thirty minutes to an hour." He pleads. "I really see this as very important, can we talk about it please, then the date follows?" "Yeah. We can."Bianca, having the hope of going out after the discussion, agrees to sit down to a discussion with him. She takes a look at her files, the ones she wrote the outcome of her observations and investigations."Well, today I wouldn't be necessarily saying what's gonna make you win the case, I have something else which is worth more than that. You might wonder what's that but I'm here to tell you that after a careful observation, I've discovered that Tahlia is planning to get you kidnapped with a certain gangster s
Years passed, and the wounds of the past faded into distant memories. Derek and Tahlia emerged from their journey stronger than ever, their love a beacon of hope for others who had once lost their way. They shared their story with others, spreading the message that forgiveness, understanding, and commitment could mend even the most broken of relationships.Derek and Tahlia found fulfillment in their roles as parents and partners. They celebrated each milestone with joy and gratitude, cherishing the moments they had missed during their time apart. They created new traditions as a family, building a strong foundation of love, trust, and open communication.Over the years, Derek and Tahlia faced new challenges together, as life always presents its ups and downs. But armed with the lessons they had learned, they tackled each obstacle with unwavering determination and unwavering love for each other.As their daughter grew older, she witnessed firsthand the power of forgiveness and the beau
Derek stood frozen, his heart pounding in his chest as he stared at the woman lying on the hospital bed, her face contorted in pain. It had been years since he last saw Tahlia, his estranged wife, and now she was about to give birth to a child he never knew existed. The realization hit him like a tidal wave, washing away the carefully constructed walls he had built around his emotions.Tahlia glanced up and locked eyes with Derek, a mixture of shock and vulnerability flickering in her gaze. "Derek?" she whispered, her voice barely audible over the sounds of the labor room. "Is it really you?"He nodded, his voice caught in his throat. "Yes, it's me, Tahlia. I can't believe it's you. How did this happen?"Tears welled up in Tahlia's eyes as she struggled to find the right words. "Barbara... she approached me with a proposal. She wanted me to take her place in the agreement. She thought I could help her secure the money by pretending to be her, but I never imagined it would come to this
Derek, Emma, Tahlia, and Barbara sat together in their foundation's office, reflecting on their journey and the impact they had made so far. The room buzzed with excitement as they discussed their plans for the future.Tahlia leaned forward, her eyes shining with determination. "I think it's time we focus on youth empowerment. We have seen firsthand how forgiveness and reconciliation can transform lives. Now, let's empower the next generation to be agents of change."Barbara nodded in agreement. "Youth are the future, and by providing them with the tools and guidance to navigate conflicts and promote understanding, we can create a more peaceful world."Derek smiled, proud of the direction they were taking. "I've been researching youth leadership programs. We can collaborate with schools and organizations to develop workshops and training sessions that foster empathy, conflict resolution, and the power of forgiveness."Emma added, "We should also incorporate storytelling and art as med
Derek, Emma, Tahlia, and Barbara were invited to a prestigious international conference on forgiveness and reconciliation. It was an opportunity for them to share their story on a grand stage and connect with other change-makers from around the world.As they prepared for the event, Tahlia expressed her excitement. "Can you believe how far we've come? From our individual struggles to this moment where we can inspire others and be part of a global movement for forgiveness."Emma nodded, a smile playing on her lips. "It's truly incredible. And it's all thanks to the power of forgiveness and our unwavering belief in the potential for growth and redemption in every individual."Barbara chimed in, "I'm grateful for the chance to meet others who are dedicated to creating positive change. We can learn so much from their experiences and continue to evolve in our own journey."Derek, ever the optimist, added, "This conference is just the beginning. It will open doors for collaborations, partne
Their joint efforts not only helped others heal and rebuild their lives, but also allowed Derek, Emma, Tahlia, and Barbara to heal their own wounds, finding redemption and forgiveness in the process. They became a living example of the power of growth, second chances, and the ability to create positive change even in the face of past mistakes.Their collaboration expanded beyond their foundation, as they embarked on speaking engagements, sharing their story of resilience and redemption with audiences around the world. Their message resonated deeply, inspiring others to confront their own demons, seek forgiveness, and work towards creating a better future.In their personal lives, Derek, Emma, and Tahlia continued to thrive. Their family grew, and their children grew up witnessing the power of forgiveness and the importance of empathy. They instilled in them the values of compassion, understanding, and the belief that every individual has the capacity for change and growth.As the year
Derek, Emma, and Tahlia sat together in their cozy living room, basking in the warmth of their newfound peace. The evening sun cast a golden glow through the window, creating a serene atmosphere."So much has happened," Tahlia said, breaking the comfortable silence. "I can't believe we went through all of that together."Emma nodded, a soft smile playing on her lips. "It feels like a lifetime ago, doesn't it? But we made it, stronger than ever."Derek reached out, gently taking Tahlia's hand in his. "I never thought we would come out the other side like this. Our love has been tested, but it has proven to be unbreakable."Tahlia squeezed his hand, her eyes filled with gratitude. "I'm so thankful for both of you. You've shown me what true love is, and I'll never take it for granted."Emma leaned in, her voice filled with excitement. "Now that the dust has settled, what do you think the future holds for us? We've overcome so much together. The possibilities are endless."Derek pondered
Officer Reynolds arrived at Derek, Emma, and Tahlia's home, accompanied by a team of investigators. The officers carefully examined the scene, taking notes and collecting evidence.Officer Reynolds approached the trio, his voice reassuring. "We're here to investigate the break-in and find out who is responsible. We'll do everything we can to bring them to justice."Derek nodded, his jaw set with determination. "Thank you, Officer. We just want to feel safe in our home again."Emma added, her voice firm, "We won't let this incident define us. We'll rise above it."As the officers continued their work, Tahlia's mind raced with questions. She turned to Derek and Emma, her voice tinged with concern. "Do you think this break-in is connected to our past? Could someone be trying to hurt us?"Derek exchanged a knowing glance with Emma before answering. "It's too soon to tell, Tahlia. Let's not jump to conclusions. We need to trust the authorities to investigate thoroughly."Just then, Detecti
Derek, Emma, and Tahlia sat together in their cozy living room, the warm glow of the fireplace casting dancing shadows on the walls. It had been a year since they embarked on their journey of healing and forgiveness, and they had come a long way.Derek looked at Emma, his eyes filled with gratitude.Derek said, "Emma, I can't thank you enough for standing by me through all of this. Your love and support have been my anchor."Emma smiled, her hand reaching out to intertwine with Derek's. "Derek, we've been through so much together. It hasn't been easy, but it has been worth it. Our love and commitment have grown stronger through these challenges."Tahlia, who had been quietly observing their exchange, spoke up with a soft smile. "I'm grateful for both of you and the chance you've given me. I've learned so much about myself and what it means to truly make amends."Derek turned to Tahlia, his expression filled with sincerity. "Tahlia, I've seen the changes you've made. Your dedication
Derek, Emma, and Tahlia sat in silence, the weight of the revelation hanging in the air. Each of them was lost in their own thoughts, contemplating the implications of this unexpected turn of events.Emma broke the silence, her voice filled with a mix of empathy and concern. "Derek, I know this is a lot to process, and I understand if you need time to think things through. We've come so far in rebuilding our lives together, and it's important that we navigate this revelation with care and honesty."Derek nodded, his gaze still fixed on Tahlia."Tahlia, why didn't you tell me sooner? Why keep it a secret until now?"Tahlia wiped away her tears, her voice filled with remorse. "I was afraid, Derek. Afraid of losing you again. I wanted to prove that I had changed, that I was willing to sacrifice everything for a chance at reconciliation. But I realize now that keeping this secret only caused more harm."Derek leaned back in his chair, deep in thought. "I need time to process all of this.