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THE HEIR Chapter 123
As the darkness enveloped him, Damian's breath quickened and his heart raced. His anxiety was back. The memories came flooding back - the screech of tires, the crunch of metal, and the feeling of weightlessness as the car somersaulted. He could almost smell the blood and smoke. His vision blurred, and his head spun. He felt like he was trapped in the wreckage all over again, unable to escape. His grip on the railing tightened as he struggled to breathe, his mind screaming for escape from the suffocating darkness. He tried to speak so he could call Ruby who was busy screaming to let people know they were in the elevator for help but his voice caught in his throat. "Is there someone you can call?" Ruby asked, turning to face him, only to be met with a distressing sight. Damian had slid to the floor, his hands clutching his collar, his face contorted in anguish, and sweat dripping down his forehead. His eyes locked onto Ruby's, pleading for help. The scene was a stark contrast to the c
THE HEIR Chapter 124
"What's our next move, Dad?" Nathan asked as they walked away from Officer Lewis's house, filled with the valuable information they had been seeking. His father's eyes narrowed, a determined glint in his eye. "First, we need to investigate Javier Caden. That fraud has been a thorn in my side for far too long, pretending to be something he's not. I'm going to expose him for the impostor he is and bring him down with every ounce of strength I have.” “I really find it hard to believe we have been fooled for months. I wonder the kind of reaction Ashley would have on her face when she knows that her secret has been discovered. As they were about to enter the car,he got a message notification from Veronica telling him to meet up with her at their favourite place at night. A smile appeared on his face,it soon disappeared before his Father would see it because a series of questions would follow immediately. —------- Ruby was busy cleaning her house on Saturday when her phone rang, displayi
THE HEIR Chapter 125
As Ruby finished her makeup, she gazed in wonder at her transformed reflection. "Oh my goodness!" she exclaimed, her excitement barely contained. The makeup artist smiled, pleased with her handiwork. "Do you like what you see, ma'am?" Ruby's eyes sparkled with delight. "I don't just like it, I love it! I feel like a masterpiece, a work of art." The makeup artist chuckled, nodding in agreement. "I'm sure he'll love it even more," she said, assuming Damian was Ruby's romantic partner. Ruby smiled knowingly, choosing not to correct the assumption. "Of course, he will," she replied with a sly smile. Just as Ruby was admiring her transformed reflection, a sales attendant entered the makeup section, her eyes scanning the area until they landed on Ruby. "Excuse me, miss. Your companion is waiting for you outside," she announced with a polite smile. Ruby's heart skipped a beat as she swiftly rose from her seat, her makeover now complete. She slipped on the shoes she had selected earlier and
THE HEIR Chapter 126
Damian subtly adjusted his plate, intuitively sensing Ruby's expectation for him to begin eating. As he glanced up, he caught her biting her lower lip in anticipation of her first bite. Oblivious to his gaze, Ruby focused on her food, unaware of Damian's lingering attention on her lips. The memory of their recent kiss resurfaced. His mind wandered, imagining the softness of her lips and the spark that would have ignited if she had kissed him back. The thought sent a thrill through him, and he quickly looked away, focusing on his own meal to conceal his fascination. As Damian took his first bite, Ruby's enthusiasm was palpable. She dug into her food,her eyes closing in rapture as she savoured the flavours. Damian couldn't help but be captivated by her joy, his chuckles escaping as he watched her relish each morsel. "Were you laughing at me?" Ruby asked, her eyes snapping open, a hint of defensiveness in her voice. Damian feigned nonchalance, "Are you a baby?" he teased, trying to con
THE HEIR Chapter 127
Damian's gaze remained fixed on Ruby, his eyes searching for answers as he slowly released his grip on her arms. Ruby's confession had left him stunned, making him challenge his memory of that night. "You kissed me?" he asked, disbelief etched on his face. "Why would you do that? You weren't drunk, were you?" Ruby's voice trembled as she admitted, "I was feeling tipsy." She lied because she realised she wasn't ready for Damian's reaction. The phone's timely ring broke the tension, and Ruby eagerly answered Ben's call, grateful for the escape. "Hey, I'm so sorry for keeping you waiting,I'm already at the parking lot”Ben apologised. “We will be there soon” Ruby quickly ended the call and turned to Damian, her voice barely audible. "He's waiting for us." Damian nodded, his eyes still probing hers. "We'll continue this conversation another time," he said, his tone firm but laced with curiosity. As they walked towards the car, the silence between them was palpable. Her confession mad
THE HEIR Chapter 128
Ruby exhaled a heavy sigh as she stepped into her darkened home, the shadows enveloping her like a comforting embrace. She didn't bother to flip the light switch, preferring the sombre atmosphere to match her mood. Her mind was still reeling from her confession to Damian, and the fear of potentially straining their friendly relationship between them weighed heavily on her heart. Lost in thought, she was startled by the sudden illumination of her living room, her nerves jolting her into a frightened jump. "Surprise!" Raymond and Melissa chimed in unison, their excitement piercing the air. Ruby's moodiness was momentarily forgotten as she rose from her seat, a mix of surprise and delight etched on her face. "What are you two doing here?" she asked, her voice laced with wonder. Melissa explained, "Raymond's on holiday, and he insisted we come over to your place." The unexpected visit was a welcome distraction from her tumultuous thoughts, and Ruby's face broke into a warm smile as she emb
THE HEIR Chapter 129
“I think I'm going crazy right now. You mean that isn't Damian?” “It's hard to believe but that is the truth. I'm sure if you dig into Javier Caden,he will be missing” Veronica scoffed as she stood in front of the building Javier used to live in. Nathan was really right. After she did her research,she got to know Damian's old apartment building where she was told he just suddenly disappeared. She wondered if Ruby knows who he really was judging by how they used to be neighbours. “We were really deceived,” she muttered under her breath. During her investigation,she also found that Javier Caden bought an expensive house which was registered under his name and of course,it was the same address with the house Damian lives in. She began to have mixed feelings about the situation. Since Damian doesn't have any memory of his past,she knew she couldn't really threaten him with it. She was stuck in between protecting Damian’s identity even if he was fake because she likes him or to let Math
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Ashley's fear was palpable as she confided in Thomas, her voice trembling. "Ever since Mathew's threatening visit, I'm terrified he'll uncover the secrets I've worked so hard to keep hidden. He's determined to expose Damian as a fraud, and I know he'll stop at nothing." Her eyes pleaded with Thomas, who shared her concern. "We need to take action, Thomas. We can't let Mathew destroy me...or Damian. Do you have any idea what we can do to prevent this? We need to destroy him first before he destroys me" Her hands were trembling in fear as she spoke. Thomas began, making sure his words were convincing "The only way Mathew's claims would be believed is through a DNA test. We must make sure he does get his hands on Javier's DNA" Ashley's concerns still lingered, "But what if he officially requests a DNA test? He's relentless when desperate." "He won't dare make an official request. He's seeking leverage, knowing his claims won't be believed. If he goes official, he'll appear desperate an
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Chapter 182
*A Message from Javier Stevenson, CEO* To valued employees and colleagues, After careful consideration, I'd like to address the recent speculation surrounding my personal life. Yes, the picture circulating online is genuine. Ruby and I have been in a committed relationship for some time. Her unwavering support, particularly during my recovery from the accident, has been invaluable. Despite my memory loss, she stood by me, tolerating my struggles and nurturing my healing. Our bond has grown stronger with each passing day. I proudly affirm my love for Ruby, and I won't apologize for it. However, I do regret keeping our relationship private for so long. To those who may still feel uncomfortable or judgmental around Ruby, I urge you to reflect on your actions. Your professionalism and respect are essential. If you cannot maintain a positive work environment, I suggest considering resignation or facing termination. I value fairness, equality, and mutual respect within our organizatio
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Chapter 181
Ruby's day began on the wrong foot. She overslept, struggling to adjust to her pre-break wake-up time. To make matters worse, her period arrived unexpectedly, and she burned her breakfast eggs. "OH NO!" she exclaimed, frustration boiling over as she scrapped the charred remains into the trash. But the final blow came when her laptop slipped from her bag as she was getting into her car. The screen shattered on impact, rendering it useless. "Seriously? What's today's agenda - total chaos?" Ruby muttered to herself, exasperated, as she slid behind the wheel and dumped her bag and broken laptop onto the passenger seat. When she arrived at work The air around the company felt tense as everyone kept giving her side eye the moment she stepped in. She knew something was definitely going on but couldn't guess it and Esther who could tell her was nowhere in sight. “Why are they all staring weirdly? What did I do?” She said to herself inwardly "Good morning!" Mark greeted, his friendly ton
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Chapter 180
As lunch break arrived, Javier's face lit up with anticipation. He smoothed his hair with his fingers and rose from his seat, eager to steal away Ruby with the excuse of going for lunch. But just as he opened the door and was about to invite her out, Mark piped up. "Are you heading to the cafeteria? I've heard great things about the food. Mind if I join you?" Mark asked, his innocence unaware of the underlying tension. Ruby's eyes flicked to Javier, her expression hesitant. “The cafeteria was a place she hadn't set foot in since becoming Javier's secretary "The cafeteria?" Ruby repeated, her tone laced with subtle surprise. Javier's smile faltered, his plans foiled by Mark's untimely suggestion. He silently began to pray that Ruby would turn him down and go out with him instead but his prayers became nothing when Ruby accepted. “Well, it's your first time,so I might as well show you around" “Miss Morris can I see…” he was cut off by Mark who was surprised to hear his voice
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Chapter 179
Ruby stepped out of the sleek black car and onto the familiar grounds of the Company, feeling a mix of emotions: nervousness, excitement. She was now back at the Company after working in a bar for months. She has returned to be the Secretary the CEO wanted. The only woman he wanted around was her,his woman. As she smoothed out her crisp white blouse and pencil skirt, the sound of the car door closing behind her echoed through the air. Javier emerged, his tall frame and chiseled features exuding confidence and authority. He flashed her a warm smile, and Ruby's heart skipped a beat. She kept falling in love with him every second because he was a work of art. "Ready to start your day ma’am?" he asked, offering his arm. “Hey what are you doing?” She whispered. “People are watching,” she reminded him. “So? What if they are watching?” “I can't. No one in the Company knows about us yet” “Well,I guess we will have to announce it now” “But definitely not today. Returning like this is al
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Chapter 178
Javier, Ashley, and Ruby arrived at Veronica's funeral. The trio stood at the back, their faces etched with sorrow, as they watched the crowd of mourners gather around the casket. As the service began, Ruby's eyes welled up with tears, her heart heavy with guilt and grief. Javier's hand found hers, his grip a reassuring presence. Ashley, too, looked visibly shaken, her eyes cast downward. No matter the damage the deceased has done to them,it wasn't enough for them to wish her death,so yeah they felt sorry for her and even more when they saw McLaren who couldn't control his tears As the final farewell was bid to the guests, McLaren's gaze swept across the large number of mourners, his eyes lingering on the trio who had been most affected by his daughter's actions. A mix of emotions reflected on his face - sadness, gratitude, and a hint of surprise ,as he made his way towards them. His eyes, red-rimmed from hours of tears,His voice, barely audible, cracked with emotion as he asked, "
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Chapter 177
Marco’s concerned expression caught Ruby off guard as he approached her. "Are you certain you're ready to return to work today?" he asked, his voice laced with empathy. Ruby's brow furrowed in confusion. "Why wouldn't I be?" Marcin's eyes softened. "Your boyfriend called us and shared what you've been through. We're all relieved you're safe, but he insisted that I let you take the time to fully recover. He even offered to pay anyone who covers your shift so you can focus on your well-being because the girls are definitely willing to do that for you" “Oh,I see. Thank you so much Marco”Ruby's heart swelled with gratitude, touched by Javier's thoughtful gesture. “But then,he could have told me instead of making me take a trip down here” she muttered to herself as she moved away from Marco As Ruby's colleagues escorted her to the changing room, their whispers turned into a chorus of excitement. "So, the hottest customer we have ever had,the guy we've all been gossiping about is actual
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Chapter 176
Javier's eyes fluttered open to find Ruby's gentle hand wrapped around his arousal, sending a spark of surprise through his body. A warm smile spread across his face. "Good morning," he whispered, his voice husky with sleep. Ruby's soft whisper tickled his ear, "It's hard." She withdrew her hand, but Javier's eyes locked onto hers, filled with mischief. "Big man is extra hard today because you're here," he teased, lifting the duvet to glance at his erection. His eyes crinkled at the corners as he smiled. "I think we might need your help with this situation." With a playful nudge, he guided Ruby's hand back to his arousal, his fingers intertwining with hers. His day has not fully started but he could tell it was going to be a great day with the way it started. “Then let's do something to it” “We are going to something to yours first. So get ready for a rollercoaster of pleasures” he whispered and made her sit in his laps. Ruby yelped when Javier ripped off her black lace lingerie s
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Chapter 175
Javier's grip on Ruby's hand tightened as he gazed lovingly at her fragile form on the hospital bed. Despite the progress she'd made, her face still bore a pale, wan complexion, and the bruises on her body lingered as a haunting reminder of her ordeal. As he tenderly adjusted the covers to ensure her comfort, Ruby's eyes fluttered open, and she weakly shrugged. "Ruby!" Javier exclaimed, his voice trembling with emotion as he leaned in closer, his face inches from hers. "Ruby, are you awake? Oh, thank God!" He breathed a sigh of relief, his eyes scanning hers for any sign of recognition or pain. Ruby's gaze slowly focused on Javier's face, and a faint smile played on her lips as she whispered, "Javier..." Her voice was barely audible, but it was enough to send a wave of joy and gratitude through his entire being. “I was stupid for not being with my phone at a crucial time. You must have felt alone and scared. I'm sorry” he apologised again. “No. I wasn't scared at all because I knew
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Chapter 174
Javier burst through the police station doors, his heart racing with dread. He rushed to the front desk, his eyes scanning the room for help. "Please, I need to report a missing person," he urged, struggling to keep his voice steady. The officer behind the desk looked up, expression sympathetic. "Okay, sir, let's get some information. Who's missing?" "Ruby, my girlfriend," Javier replied, his hands shaking as he handed over his phone with the message. "She was supposed to come home from work hours ago, but she never showed up. I found this message, and when I tried to call her, she wasn't answering." The officer's expression turned sceptical as he read the message. "I understand your concern, sir, but this doesn't necessarily mean she's missing." Javier's frustration grew. "I'm telling you, she's in danger! A convict who's been threatening us just broke out of prison, and now Ruby's gone. She has a tracker, and her last location is a place she'd never normally go to. I need you to
