Chapter 61Susan couldn't keep up with the heated agreement anymore and rushed out of the house to her car, where she ordered her PA to drive. She couldn't help but think of her parents words; it shows how disappointed and angry they were. But it wasn't also her fault if they hadn't pressured her to get married; she started regretting every part of it. If she had known, she would have treated him better and would have fought her parents for him. And now she's the one paying for everything. He wished Stephen could forgive her, with a hint of hope lingering through her thoughts, but it wasn't as easy as it sounds. It's been almost a month since she's been with him, but there's nothing she did that impressed him; rather, he only finds everything annoying that he didn't even sleep in the same room with her.Arriving at Logan's Mansion. "Maam, we are here." Her PA announced, but she was deep into her thoughts. "Maam, we are here at Logan's Mansion." He announced again, bringing her out of
Chapter 62Stephen walked inside the dimly lit room, its walls adorned with faded floral wallpaper. The air hung with a musty scent, carrying remnants of bygone memories. Weary from his journey, he made his way to the bed, its creaking springs groaning under his weight. His gaze fell upon Susan, her slumber serene and undisturbed. A sense of concern enveloped him as he retrieved his phone from his pocket, a device that had become a lifeline in this restless night. With a heavy heart, he had been dialing Nathalie's number ceaselessly, the minutes stretching into hours. Yet, each attempt seemed futile as the call remained unanswered. The worry gnawed at him, leaving an anxious knot in his stomach, a silent plea for her well-being. Frustrated, he decided to reach out to Nathan who might hold the answers he sought. His trembling fingers tapped Nathan's name on his contact list, desperately hoping for a connection. As the line connected, a wave of relief washed over Stephen. "Where are yo
Chapter 63 Stephen POV I glanced at Nathan, frustration evident in on my face. The way he nonchalantly handled the situation was starting to give me a pounding headache. It baffled me how he could take this whole thing so lightly. After all, he had cheated on Nathalie, and now she was expected to spend an entire year with him. It didn't make any sense to me how she could possibly stay with someone who betrayed her trust so deeply. I couldn't help but conjure up the thought that the guy must have threatened her somehow, persuading her to endure this painful arrangement. Nathalie had confided in me, expressing her conviction that she was completely done with him. Hoping for any small favor, I mustered the courage to make a request. Nathan straightened himself up, shifting closer to me with a self-assured smirk on his face. "Can I asked for a favor?" He asked. "What do you need, boss man?" he asked, seemingly unfazed by the weight of the situation. "Could you please call Nathalie? I
Chapter 64The next morningI woke up to find Susan's hand wrapped around me. With a scoff, I gently removed her hand from my body, causing her to open her eyes. "Good morning, love," Susan greeted me with a smile, gently stretching her hand towards me. "You should understand the importance of respecting boundaries, Susan," I calmly expressed. "Just as you are skilled at setting boundaries, you should also be adept at respecting them. If you dare place your arm on my body again, I'll take it as a serious offense," I warned before standing up from the bed."I'm sorry," she muttered as her voice barely reached my ears. Her apology hung in the air, heavy with contrition. "I haven't been seeing President Karen's daughter around. Where did she go?" Susan's voice broke the tense silence, her curiosity evident. "Are you asking me? Are we that close to be talking about someone else?" My brows furrowed, my expression stern. "There's nothing wrong with asking a question. I was just curious,"
Chapter 65"Sir, the given time Is too limited. There's no way I can get her out. We both know Susan and Mr. Clinton. They are very dangerous. Just promise to protect me, and I will make that happen." His conceded nervousness laced in his words as he tried to maintain his professional demeanor, causing an outburst from Stephen."Why are you suddenly afraid of Mr. Clinton? Didn't you realize that when you were sleeping around with her daughter in the bathroom?" He asked, his unraveling anger taking the better of him."I am sorry, sir; I will do something about it. I will leave now" he said, his voice breaking as he made his way out."Stop," Stephen Shouted, uneased by the situation, trying to reconsider his offer. If he's to think about it, how will it be possible for him to get rid of Susan when his father is involved? But he needed to take action, and if it means conjuring with him, maybe that will be the right decision for now."What type of protection do you need?" he mentioned, "b
Chapter 66After some minute of silence, President Karen took a spoonful of the food. "It's yours to decide now, as the chairman, you have to be very careful and know the type of people to trust." Her words were laced with warnings. "Thanks for calling, I will make sure to address this and fire him instantly. Retaining him in this company might cause us a lot. The tone was final as President Karen nodded in acknowledgement. "That's the best thing to do. People like them shouldn't be shown mercy." She added as they departed after eating to their fill.*****Albert officeHis phone rang, and he checked the caller ID to see it's Mr. Clinton's number. He picked it up. "Why haven't I heard from you? Do you want to see my wrath? Mr. Clinton's voice resonated across as the phone, his tone threatening, sending shivers down his spine"Sir, you need to be patient here, you can't expect me to get things done like that, I might get suspected. I know I owe you, but you also need to consider my j
Stephen paused for a moment, his hand resting on the doorknob of his office. With a sense of determination, he turned towards the cops,who were standing just outside. The heavy office door swung open, revealing the glimpse of Stephen's office interior. "I'll join you guys soon," Stephen stated, his voice carrying a hint of urgency. As he stepped back into his office, his gaze met Nathan's, who stood there with a troubled expression. Nathan found himself compelled to speak up, his voice sincere but hesitant. "Mr. Chairman, I'm sorry for asking this question, but I don't have a choice. I must ask," Nathan began, his tone respectful yet tinged with apprehension. Stephen acknowledged Nathan's hesitation with a slight nod, his eyes encouraging Nathan to proceed. "What exactly is Mr. Arbert's offense?" Nathan asked, his words poised delicately, balancing between respect and curiosity."He is a traitor, giving out information to Mr. Clinton," Stephen responded, his tone laced with frustra
Chapter 68"Thank you for taking him as your brother, I really appreciate," she says with genuine gratitude in her voice. Overwhelmed by emotion, she reaches out to Stephen, seeking comfort in this moment. Stephen responds with a gentle pat on her back, conveying his understanding and support. "You're welcome, mother," Stephen replies, his tone filled with kindness and affection. He acknowledges her appreciation, letting her know that he values their connection as well. "Let me not waste so much of your time," she continues, her words tinged with a touch of self-awareness. Understanding the importance of their limited time together, she shifts the conversation toward a practical matter. With a thoughtful gesture, she presents some local foods, recognizing that they might not be familiar to Stephen's parents but still worth sharing. Stephen nods his head, a warm smile spreading across his face. He appreciates the thoughtfulness behind her gesture and understands the importance of shar