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THE HEIR Chapter 37
“Is this the time to make him feel what I felt?” Ruby asked herself as she made eye contact with Damian. “Do you know him?” Mark asked when he saw how Damian was staring at them. “Oh,yes he is my boss' ' Ruby said and looked away from Damian. “Thank you so much for this. I'll use it well” she smiled broadly at him “Oh, there is something on your clothes' ' she said intentionally and removed the invisible thing on Mark's cloth. “Thank you” Mark smiled at her “Have a great night” he said and left her. When Damian saw that Mark was gone,he strode towards Ruby before she could try to enter the house. “Who was that?” He asked immediately when he was standing in front of her. “Oh,him? He is a friend sir” Ruby said intentionally so that Damian wouldn't suspect she was trying to make him jealous. “A friend? I see you have a new neighbour” he said as he watched Mark enter his apartment. “Why are you here sir? Shouldn't you be resting?” “Get dressed. You are buying me my dinner tonigh
THE HEIR Chapter 38
Spending her Sunday evening eating dinner with Damian made Ruby laugh softly as she got ready for work. A part of her was happy she would be seeing Damian again at work. As she was applying her make-up,her phone rang and she picked the call on the first dial. It was Damian. “Come to my place. I need your help with something here. We will go to work together” his voice was cold and that made Ruby wonder what was wrong with him. “Okay sir” she said and Damian ended the call. She quickly put some finishing touches to her makeup and before leaving the house, hailed a cab to Damian’s house instead of taking her own car. When she got to the house,the front gate was opened for her and she entered. She sat down and patiently waited for Damian to come downstairs. “Would you like some tea?” His maid asked her. “No, thank you,” she replied politely. Finally after minutes of waiting,Damian was done dressing up and he came downstairs. As he walked down the stairs,Ruby couldn't help but to
THE HEIR Chapter 39
“I'm so sorry Ruby. I didn't know things would turn out this way” Grace apologised,her voice barely above a whisper. “It's fine. I'll do my best to sought it out” “I have an idea” Grace said and Ruby turned to her to hear the so-called idea she had. “You said your boss likes you, right. Why don't you ask him to do you the favour of coming with you? He definitely will agree if he actually likes you” “You are definitely out of your mind. And besides,that might put me in trouble with his supposed fiancée. She is scary” Ruby said, recalling how possessive Veronica was everytime she sees her with Damian. “If he says he doesn't like that woman,then believe him and go for what you want. I trust myself when it comes to matters like this” Unlike Ruby who always tries her best to stay away from things that would cause trouble for her,no matter how much she likes or wants that thing,Grace was the opposite. She was daring and would always go for what she wanted. “Thank you for your idea,
THE HEIR Chapter 40
The next weekend came faster than she expected,so she had to go on the trip since she wasn't able to come up with a better excuse. “Yes,I don't have a boyfriend! Is there something wrong with it?” She practised the reply she was going to give anyone who tried to talk down on her as she put her things inside her car trunk. After about two hours of driving,she got to the hotel they would be staying in Montauk for the weekend,she became happy when she saw Grace at the hotel lobby. “Hey! Finally you are here” Grace said and hugged her “Where is everyone else?” “I don't know. I haven't seen anyone since I came too. I guess we are the early birds” Ruby nodded as balanced her box well. “So I was thinking” she began to say “Can we room together? To cut cost” She suggested to Grace. “Room together? Definitely not” “Why?” Ruby asked and grabbed Grace’s hand. “Because you are not staying in your room alone. I got you covered” Grace said and tucked her hair behind her ears, waiting
THE HEIR Chapter 41
“You both took so long to finally join us” Grace pointed out when Damian and Ruby finally joined the table. “We are sorry if we kept you all waiting. I have missed her face so much that I took some time to admire it” Damian gushed and pulled out a chair for Ruby who smiled at him for his kind gesture though was a bit uncomfortable. “Good thing you all haven't ordered” he added as he settled down “What do you mean?” Taylor asked as her eyes narrowed. “Dinner is on me” he snapped his fingers and the waiters who were already waiting at a corner with a food trolley marched towards their table and began to fill it up with a variety of foods. “Please eat all you want” he gave them a broad smile as they all stared at the foods that filled their table. Everyone except Taylor made it obvious that they were impressed. The fact that she,who was always winning against Ruby was now losing to her,made a part of her so angry, jealous and even felt resentment towards Jeremy for not becoming s
THE HEIR Chapter 42
It was in the evening when Ruby finally opened her eyes. She had fainted earlier because Damian kissing her like that wasn't part of their plans. She never expected the kiss at all. She knocked her head when she remembered she closed her eyes. “You fool!” She scolded herself loudly. “You are awake?” Damian,who was sitting opposite the bed with his laptop in his hand said and she sat up immediately then watched him join her in bed. He touched her forehead to be sure she wasn't down with fever, because he was guessing that might be the reason she fainted. “What are you doing here?” Ruby asked and sat up immediately. “This is our room, remember?” “Oh.." she looked around and scratched the back of her neck awkwardly "Can...we not get another room? How can two of us share a room? We are adults” she pointed out. “Does it make sense for a couple to sleep in separate rooms?” He asked and stood up from the bed to get water from the fridge. “How will you explain that to your friends if th
THE HEIR Chapter 43
The perfect frame of Damian standing by the window enjoying the nice view of the beach was what Ruby saw first as soon as she woke up. His left hand was in his trouser’s pocket while his right hand was holding a coffee mug. Ruby intentionally didn't make any sound because she wanted to take in his nice features for some time,until her phone rang loudly. She fell back to the bed immediately. Damian, who didn't know she was awake, turned to silent the phone so that she wouldn't be disturbed while Ruby kept her eyes shut like she hadn't woken up. “I know you are up. You are literally struggling to keep your eyes closed” he chuckled but Ruby didn't bulge. “It will be less embarrassing if you wake up now” he added and this time,she slowly opened her eyes. “It's morning already?” She asked as she sat up “I had a good sleep" she tried to hide her embarrassment. “Of course you had a good sleep,you are not the one who slept on the couch” “But you insisted on sleeping in it yourself. You s
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Later in the night,Ruby wanted to go to the beach again and this time, Damian decided to follow her so that she wouldn't be left alone to face men like Jeremy. The two of them sat beside each other and slowly sipped the drinks they took with them as they enjoyed the view “This is so peaceful. I think the view of the beach at night has become one of the things I like” Damian said as he gazed out at the ocean. “I know right. It's perfect” Ruby looked at him and smiled. “You can come here sometimes with your fiancée” Ruby said and it was when the words came out of her mouth that she regretted it Why does she have to mention Veronica? Was she trying to let her jealousy show? Or was she trying to get some information about what their relationship really was? “With Veronica? I told you we are not a thing” he said without looking at her. Hearing again that they are not together made Ruby smile but she put on her straight face almost immediately. “Well, you left with her last time and I
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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
