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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
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“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
THE HEIR Chapter 131
“Can we go to Ruby's place? I need to see her for a few minutes” he said his voice barely above a whisper and closed his eyes. Ruby was the only one who knew about his condition and since he needed consolation,she was the only one who could do that. Ben looked at him through the rear mirror and knew something bad must have happened to him while in the hospital. He drives him to the hospital every Wednesday though he doesn't know what he was always going to do,but Damian had instructed him never to tell anyone about his hospital visits. Ruby was playing with toys because Raymond wanted her to play with him when her phone rang and she excused herself from Raymond before going to answer the call “Ruby will be back in a moment okay?” She assured him she picked up her phone and was a bit surprised when she saw that it was Damian calling. She wondered what he could want in the middle of the night. “Hello” she said once the call connected “Can you come out for a moment please?” He asked
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Ruby wiped her tears and angrily carried her bag. She doesn't care if he meant the harsh words he said to her or was just trying to push her away,his words really hurt her. He could continue to wallow in his own sadness for all she cared about. It was his fault for not seeing that she really wanted to help, not because she wanted to make him hers. As she got to the door,she couldn't bring herself to open the door and leave despite the fact that she was fuming and didn't want to see his face. The soft spot she still had for him was scared that he could harm himself if he was left alone in the house like that. She closed her eyes and exhaled sharply to calm herself down before turning around and going back to the living room where Damian was still sitting. He looked very shocked when he saw her come back and he gave her a questioning gaze but she didn't look at him or try to speak a word to him. Instead she dropped her bag again and went into his kitchen to see if there was any thing s
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Ruby spent the remainder of the day at Damian's house. She cleaned the wounds he sustained from punching the mirror in his bathroom out of frustration. She also opened his curtains that were all closed before making the house dark. “It is already getting late already and I don't think I can't go back to the office”Ruby said, placing a hand on her waist as she stared at Damian who looked better than he was earlier. “How about I take you to an arcade just for today? It will help you relieve stress” she suggested but Damian gave her a disapproving look “Arcade? Aren't we too old for that?” he asked and Ruby laughed. “Are you from the 80s? Who told you adults can't go to an arcade? Just come with me,and you will be surprised by how cool it is" Ruby said and winked at him. Now that she has a whole day with Damian without working,she wanted him to have all the fun he could and because she knows it would totally lighten his mood. Ruby pushed open the door to the arcade, the sound of bu
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Damian's eyes flew open as he felt an unfamiliar leg brush against his. He pushed it away, but it persisted, returning to its original position. As his mind cleared, he realised he wasn't alone in his house. Panic set in as he turned to face t6 I've the owner of the mysterious leg. His eyes widened in shock when he saw that it was Ruby lying beside him. Confusion and fear intensified as he scanned his surroundings, realising he was in an unfamiliar room, not his own home. He shook Ruby awake, his voice urgent and low. At first, she didn't stir, but he persisted, shaking her again. Finally, she sat up, rubbing the sleep from her eyes. "What is it?" she asked, her voice groggy. Damian's eyes locked onto hers, his expression a mix of fear and confusion. "Where are we?" he asked, his voice barely above a whisper. "This isn't my house.” “This isn't your house?” She asked him and looked around “Oh! This is my house”. She said when she recognised the living room. “How did we get here?” Sh
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Damian was so embarrassed of himself as he gazed at his reflection in Ruby's bathroom mirror, the crayon marks still on his face. He couldn't believe his behaviour the night before, how he had begged Raymond to paint his own perfect face after making a fool out of himself with Ruby all night in the streets of New York "I must have looked like a complete fool," he muttered, his frustration evident and began to wash his face with a lot of efforts as of it would wash his shame away too. Ben arrived just in time after he came out of the bathroom and despite Melissa's attempts to persuade him to stay for breakfast,Damian was too ashamed to stay there for another minute. He made a quick exit, leaving Ruby to explain his behaviour to Melissa. "He's definitely ashamed of himself right now," Ruby said, her voice laced with understanding as she began to eat. Melissa's inquiring gaze told Ruby she wanted answers in how they ended up that way “We'll talk about it later," Ruby said dismis
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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
