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THE ULTIMATE REVENGE OF DON ROCH WE NEED TO TALK
AINA~After leaving the dining hall to give Uriel and Nik privacy to talk, Marcel dragged me off to the back garden to talk to me.“Okay, something is going on that I don’t know about. Tell me before I lose my mind.” He said immediately we were out of earshot.I didn’t know what to do honestly. Nik and I were still trying to come to terms with the whole pregnancy thing so we haven’t really discussed anything about how we want to handle it. Was he planning on letting everyone know? Or were we to hide it till I start showing just to give us more time to prepare for the shitstorm the news would raise? Was it okay to tell Marcel? So many questions I wish I had answers to. In the end, I decided to tell Marcel because I trusted him, and Nik also trusted him.“It’s a long story.” I said with a tired sigh.I hadn’t even been able to eat dessert because it tasted like ash in my mouth. Apparently, sushi was the current trend for my tummy.“I have time, so spill.” He said to me as we both sat o
THE ULTIMATE REVENGE OF DON ROCH LEAKED
NIKAELEON***“Nik, we need to talk.” Aina said to me as we both walked towards our bedroom.People usually panic when they hear these words, I hardly ever panicked about anything so instead, all I felt was concern.“Right now or later?” I asked her and she sighed.“Now would be great, before this whole thing blows up in our faces. We need to decide what we’re going to do so we’ll be on the same page for everything. But before that, I just want you to know that I told Marcel about it, I didn’t see any point in hiding it from him. He would find out eventually and he would never let me hear the end of it if I hadn’t told him and he discovered it from someone else.” She said to me.“I don’t have a problem with you telling him. Like you said, he would find out eventually. We may be able to hide it from the public for a while, but we wouldn’t be able to hide it from the people we live with. They’re already noticing your weird behaviour.” I said and she frowned.“Well it’s not my fault I ha
THE ULTIMATE REVENGE OF DON ROCH SUSPECTS
NIKAELEON***I took Aina’s phone from her and scrolled through the different tabs. They all basically said the same thing. They all wrote different articles about Aina being pregnant with my child.“How is this even possible? Who could have leaked the information? We just found out I was pregnant yesterday for crying out loud.” Aina said as she began to pace around my room.I just stared at the screen in disbelief.“There are only a few people who knew about this from yesterday till today. Me, you, Uriel, Marcel and the doctor who tested you. It wasn’t any of us and I know the doctor wouldn’t have leaked it, besides the doctor didn’t know who the father of your baby is. That leaves Uriel and Marcel. Uriel was taken to her penthouse early this morning…”“Could she really have released this to the media out of spite?” Aina asked and I sighed.“I don’t know. She has proven that she’s willing to go great lengths to achieve her aim.” I replied to her.“What if it was Marcel?” Aina asked w
THE ULTIMATE REVENGE OF DON ROCH UNPLANNED PROPOSAL
NIKAELEON***As expected, the second we got on the stage, the reporters inside began to clamour and throw questions concerning the pregnancy rumour. I left them to my security to handle, there was a barricade before the stage to make sure none of them would get the crazy idea of climbing up here. Aina and I just took a seat and waited for them to calm themselves. When they realised that we would not say a word when it was so rowdy, they composed themselves.“We are here for the purpose of discussing the new acquisition of the Koevel company. I urge you to desist from digressing from the subject matter or your access to this meeting will be revoked immediately. After clearing all the details on the acquisition and merger, then I will address the recent rumours and maybe take a few questions if I feel like it. Let’s begin.” I said and stepped aside for Aina to take the stage.It was quiet as she explained the details of the hostile takeover of Cudjer Inc and she got some questions most
THE ULTIMATE REVENGE OF DON ROCH THINK ABOUT IT
NIKAELEON *** Aina's eyes became wide with surprise as she heard my words and she turned to look at me like I had lost my mind. I wouldn't blame her, the idea sounded absurd, and to be fair, I just dropped it on her out of the blue. "You want us to get married? Have you lost your mind?" She asked me. "I told you to think about it first before completely rejecting the idea." I said to her. "There's nothing to think about, Nik." We can't get married. The idea is preposterous." She said and I scoffed. "Give me one valid reason why it isn't a good idea." I said to her with an arched brow. She opened her mouth to speak and then paused. Then her brows scrunched as she tried to think of something to say. I leaned back on my seat with a smirk. "Exactly, you just proved my point for me. You can't immediately think of a reason why we shouldn't do as I said." I said and she huffed. "I can, I just needed a minute to get it together in my head. First of all, we aren't in love…" "Love is
THE ULTIMATE REVENGE OF DON ROCH THE WALLS HAVE EARS
NIKAELEON***After dinner that night, I had a meeting with my inner circle to officially announce that Aina was carrying my child even though they must all know about it from the news.“I’m sure you all can already guess why I called for this particular meeting. What I wanted to say is already common knowledge which I’ve already confirmed to the public when you should have been the first ones to know. Unfortunately, the choice to tell you was taken from my hands. Aina and I are expecting a child.”Like I expected, none of them were surprised as I said it. But they all looked intrigued, like they were trying to figure out how it happened and why. I understood their curiosity. Aina and I never gave any indication that we were romantically or even sexually involved so news of her pregnancy must have shocked them all like it shocked us.“It’s all over the news. You weren’t at the office today to witness the board members lose their mind over the issue. Most didn’t care, but some of them
THE ULTIMATE REVENGE OF DON ROCH OBSERVATIONS
NIKAELEON***While we walked to the room, I decided to talk about something else to pass the time.“So, how are you feeling, today? Anything strange or unusual?” I asked her.“No, not yet. I haven’t even started having morning sickness. My hormonal imbalance must not be so bad if I’m still experiencing the same minor symptoms like having dizzy spells.” She replied to me.“We need to get you registered at the hospital as soon as possible so they can monitor you and give us more information on what to expect in the coming months. I want to be prepared for anything and everything.” I said to her.“I can go to the doctor during the weekend while you’re entertaining Uriel. You don’t have to come with me.”“Definitely not. We’re going together. I missed seeing the process of Sophia being formed and birthed, I won’t miss it for this child when I can be there. So from now on, expect me to be glued to your side everyday. Prepare yourself to answer questions as well because I have a lot of the
THE ULTIMATE REVENGE OF DON ROCH MIDNIGHT PANIC
NIKAELEON***“It’s the middle of the night, father. To what do I owe the pleasure of this call?” I asked him.“Can I not call my own son when I feel like it or when I miss him?” He asked me.We both knew that he wasn’t just calling to hear my voice.“So how have you been?” He asked and I sighed.I would prefer him to just go straight to the point and tell me the real reason he was calling. I had planned to call him tomorrow, but he had taken that choice from me by calling me this night.“I’m doing great. Everything is going well, and whatever isn’t going well is nothing I can’t handle. I’ve got everything under control.” I replied to him.“I can see that. The business is growing even more, and so is your progeny. I hear you’re set to become a father again.”I couldn’t really tell how he felt about hearing the news of Aina’s pregnancy through his tone. He didn’t seem angry, but at the same time, he didn’t seem thrilled as well.“It’s a long story. I was going to call you tomorrow, but
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EPILOGUE
EPILOGUE *** NIKAELEON * I thought I understood nervousness when I was about to get married, or fear when Aina had been held at gun point, none of that compared to the feeling of watching my child being born. Aina and I had already agreed before hand that I would be inside while she was giving birth. She needed my support because this was her first birth, and I wanted to watch , it would help me treasure her sacrifice to have our babies. Yes, babies. It seemed Sophia's prayer for a brother and sister came to pass. We found out we were having twins when we went for a late ultrasound scan. She screamed as another contraction hit her and her grip on my hand almost crushed my bones but I just stroked her hair with my other hand. "I don't think I can do this anymore." Aina sobbed and my heart broke for her. I wish I could take her pain away even if just a little bit and I hated being so helpless because at this point, there was nothing I could do for her. "Just a little bit more, Mr
THE END
NIKAELEON *** I never expected to be nervous today. It was usual to be nervous when you’re getting married, but I didn’t expect to be nervous, I expected to go through it calmly like I usually did everything in my life. Instead, I was fidgety, checking my reflection in the mirror a hundred times even though I looked perfect physically. “You look great, son. Stay still before you make a hole in the floor with your pacing.” My father chuckled as he walked into my room. “I don’t know why I’m even nervous. I was fine yesterday.” I said to him as I adjusted my tie again. “I was the same way when I married your mother. A lot of people no longer value marriage, but it’s supposed to be sacred. A lifelong vow of commitment to the one person you choose to live the rest of your life with. And you love her, you’re afraid of making a mistake and ruining what you both have.” I was about to protest and tell my father that this marriage was just an arrangement, after all, as a mafia boss, love w
WEEKS LATER
NIKAELEON *** It has been weeks since Connor was arrested along with the leaders of the Black Knights. Some other lower ranked members had also been apprehended these past weeks. Connor and the leaders had already been tried in court and sentenced to life imprisonment. The others were still awaiting trial but it didn’t matter, they were just pawns, the main players were already in jail. Last I heard, Connor had been nearly paralysed and had to be hospitalised for almost two weeks. I had no sympathy for him and neither did the government, he was still sent back to prison on crutches to continue living with his assailants. My revenge on him was complete. Uriel had also been tried for illegal possession of a firearm and threatening people’s lives with it, but she hadn’t been sent to jail because I didn’t press charges to add to these ones. She was on house arrest for a year, with community service and court ordained therapy. I went to visit her occasionally so she could video call Soph
THE TRAP
NIKAELEON***A FEW DAYS LATER*The courtroom buzzed with tension as the arguments echoed through the room, each side presenting their case for Sophia's custody. It was Manolo’s turn to speak now."Your Honor, We have substantial evidence to establish that Ms. Uriel is mentally unstable and unfit to provide a stable and nurturing environment for Sophia. We also have expert testimonies from qualified mental health professionals who have evaluated Ms. Uriel and have concluded that her mental state poses a risk to the well-being of the child."We gave the court a video clip from the security footage from the mansion showing the moment Uriel had grabbed Sophia roughly after Sophia announced that she was having a sibling. There was no sound because it was CCTV, but it was evident that Uriel was being aggressive to Sophia. That was enough to help our case.Uriel's lawyer countered with equal enthusiasm.“Your Honor, I assure you that my client is mentally sound. Those reports were taken wh
ANOTHER CALL
NIKAELEON***“I know what you’re going to say, Aina. You want me to release them without punishment, but I can’t do that. Yes, I know they’re in love and no one is above mistakes, I also know that this crime isn’t as bad as it would have been if he had been the traitor.” I said to her as we stepped out of the interrogation room and began to walk towards the back entrance to the house.“If you know, then why can’t you just release them?” She asked.“I’m sure you already know why. I set my rules for a reason, and if someone breaks any of my rules, no matter how justified they are, there has to be a consequence or no one will respect my rules. That’s why there are laws, and prison is the consequence if those laws are broken.”“Can’t you make an exception just this once? She’s pregnant, Nik.” She said and I sighed.“I’m not sending them away if that’s what you think. For their own good and mine. If they aren’t here, they’ll be easy to kill by my enemies or captured and tortured for infor
MARIA
NIKALEOEN***“Fine. You can come along. But don’t interfere.” I said to her and the look she gave me said she would definitely interfere.“Don’t interfere too much.” I acquiesced with a sigh and she smiled.“And you better not cry.” I said to her and she huffed.“I’m not a baby.”As much as I wanted her by my side, I knew the path that lay ahead would test the limits of her resolve. "I never said you were a baby, Aina, this won't be easy. I may have to resort to violent means, and I may do things you may not approve. I don’t want you to resent me for it and begin to see me as some kind of monster. I really don't want you to witness what might transpire in that interrogation room. It could get ugly." I admitted.“I’ve always known there is a dark side of you, Nik. And I’ve made my peace with it. I know you don’t just go about torturing or hurting people on a whim or for fun, and when you do anything, it’s for a reason. I won’t blame you for anything you do today, you’re trying to pro
STUBBORN
NIKAELEON***“And I also wanted to apologise for the scene I caused, it wasn’t my intention to let Sophia know that you’re my baby’s father. I just wanted to get her mind off seeing you both fighting so I told her I was having a baby and showed her the sonogram. When she asked me who the baby’s father was, I just replied without thinking and then she bolted out here to tell you before I could stop her.” Aina explained.“It’s fine. I know you didn’t have an ulterior motive for telling her, and I could see the look on your face when she ran here with the sonogram, I knew it was just a mistake and I don’t blame you for it. In fact, I think I’m relieved, I’ve been thinking of a way to tell Sophia that she would have a sibling soon, wondering how she would react. Now I know that I was just worried for nothing.” I replied to her.“Yeah, she’s so excited to be a big sister. She has already told me in detail all the things she plans to do, and by the way, she says she wants two siblings, one
ANOTHER SUSPECT
AINA***I led Sophia away and she followed me, her tiny hand clutching onto me tightly.I took her to my room and sat down on the bed with her in my lap. I put her small hand on my tummy.“I have a baby in my tummy now.” I said and her eyes widened in surprise and childish delight.“You swallowed a baby?” She asked incredulously and I burst into startled laughter.“Oh! Heavens no! I can’t swallow a baby, I’m not a cannibal. The baby is growing in my tummy.” I said to her and there was a look of childish wonder in her eyes.“Babies grow in tummies? I thought they were sent from heaven by storks, I watched that in a cartoon. All the animals were on a train and when it was time for them to have babies, the birds carried the babies in white cloth and dropped them off one by one in the mummy and daddy’s cages.” Sophia said and I laughed again.I definitely wasn’t having the talk on where babies come from with her. It had been awkward when my own mother had ‘the talk’ with me, and I wasn’t
ANOTHER SURPRISE VISIT
NIKAELEON***“We need to talk, Nik. That’s why I’m here.” She replied to me and I nearly chuckled at the audacity she had to show up at my house to demand an audience with me.“We have nothing to talk about, Uriel. Or rather, I have nothing to talk about with you even though you may have something to say. I have no interest, nor do I have the time or patience to listen to whatever nonsense you want to say to me. So leave before I have you arrested for trespassing.” I said to her.“You can’t do that.” She said and I scoffed.“You have no idea what I’m capable of, Uriel. I suspect it’s the reason why you dare defy me so often.” I said to her. “If the police come, I’ll just tell them that I came to see Sophia and you denied me entrance. It will look bad on you while the custody case is still being deliberated on by the court.” She said.I was about to tell her to go fuck herself when Aina put a hand on my forearm. I turned to look at her and she didn’t need to speak to communicate her
