East Alley,**New York City,**The Stephen's Mansion**Laura's POV*I stirred from sleep. Something woke me up. It felt like knocking. Oh, someone was trying different rhythms of knocking on my door. Probably, mum, she won't just let me be.I yawned loudly, stretched, and cast a glance at the alarm clock, 8:00 am, it read. "Well, I'm no longer a CEO who has meetings on Sundays, so why bother about the ti…"Another series of knocks interrupted my thoughts."I'm coming", I sighed, rumbling my bedsheets a little.I threw on a T-shirt, glanced at the mirror, and saw a lady with puffy eyes, tangled hair, and a sad smile. I took a comb to adjust a little but paused. "What's the use? Daniel wasn't here to adore all these". I upheaved loudly and strolled to the door and there mom looking apologetic."What do you want?", I asked, staring coldly at her."Good morning, dear. We're sorry for everything. Can you please forgive us? We really miss you. I miss you dearly", she pleaded, making a peac
*Midtown High,**Phase 7,**The Grayson's Mansion* *Simon's P.O.V*I threw glances at May. She was a stunner. Piercing blue eyes, a luxury figure, and an alluring smile. Her easy air was infectious. Little wonder, she was getting along with Goldilocks.Maybe she wasn't a bad bride after all. Oh, what was I thinking? What about Katherine? I loved her but I don't think Dad would approve. It wasn't his life but trust him to always do what satisfies his ego.There was Veronica too. We had a fling years ago and just when I was going to get even with her, someone decided to go violent on me. I knew it will be Rick. No one dared to cross paths with me, so it had to be that evil…. I felt like crushing his bones but that will wait. I will get him back for good.Soon, we were downstairs. The atmosphere was still boiling with banters and reckless laughter.I threw a "don't come here " stare to my crew and followed Goldilocks and May to meet the Harris family and Dad."Hi, Dad", I greeted. "Gold
East Alley,New York City.The Stephen's Mansion Laura's Mom P.O.VAfter knocking severely, I muttered a prayer and left Laura alone."We wronged her and Daniel, her husband. We thought pushing, insulting and bullying him would make him a man but look at what happened!", I sighed miserably. Laura doesn't consider us her parents anymore, my baby! I wish I had not supported Ayo in this plan. Now, it's too late! Daniel, I hope you're safe wherever you're. Please come back soon to Laura, she needs you", I thought out loud as I entered the kitchen to help the cook.Laura P.O.VI glanced at my phone. 11:00 am it read. Today was quite slow but what do I care about?I scrolled through my messages and saw a recent one from May. "What happened to you? Been calling you since last night. I'm so sorry about my parents. Let's meet at my house. We gotta gist!I smiled. " Trust May with gist and frivolities. I needed her though, so May's house, here we come!", I sang as I jumped out of bed and rush
Midtown High,Phase 5, The Oscars' Mansion Daniel's POVUncle Vincent was thrilled about my job appointment with Fortune Building and Construction Enterprise. He promised to get some family pizza to celebrate it."Wow, Daniel. I'm so happy for you. Your mom would be proud of you, I know so…", his cheerful words came alive in my head."Mama, finally, I got a job! I know you're smiling up there, thank you for your sacrifices. I know I wasn't here when you needed me the most. I'm so sorry. I promise to stand by Uncle Vincent and Dean. You would want that from me", I moaned softly.Buzz! Buzz! Buzz!I stared at my phone. "Goldilocks? Why's she calling? I picked, raising my eyebrows. "Hi, Goldi.. what's up with you?", I forced myself in a pleasant tone."I'm fine, Daniel. How's Dean doing now?", she queried."He's fine, thank you. I'm sorry for leaving abruptly last night", I pushed in an apology carefully.It's fine, Daniel. You had to take care of Dean. He's always first"."Yeah… so,
East Alley,New York City,The Stephen's MansionLaura's POVYesterday was awesome, I cooed as I took time in arranging my bed. May was a relief, surprisingly she didn't take offense about me hoarding the pregnancy news. She seemed thrilled too. Getting married to someone who wanted her. She deserves the best. May's been a shy girl while growing up but suddenly she changed into a bold, confident, and accommodating lady. I guess she finally stood up against her parents. They were like mine, always after building their wealth even if it might trample on people's dreams and crush their self-esteem.I glanced at my watch. 7:45 am. The doctor's appointment was by 10:00 am while the bride's maids were shopping by noon. I still had time to shuffle through my outfits. My stomach was already protruding. A little though. This was just two months today. I laughed.Laura, you're going to be a great mum. Hopefully, Daniel would be back before then, I sighed.I knew he was at Middletown but nothin
Middletown High,Fortune's Mansion,Rick's POV."What do you mean by "you haven't found anything about her"? How can Grandma's Potts body disappear into thin air?", I screamed, almost strangling one of my security team."Please, Boss. We …………'ve searched everywhere", he gasped, struggling for breath."I don't believe you. Y'all are joking with me. I know she's still alive somewhere", I screamed, releasing him.He breathed hard, rubbing his neck. "Boss, she's dead. Sir Nicholas said so", he mumbled, moving away from me."Really? Do you believe him?? Then where's the body?""I don't know, Boss. We can't find her. Sir Nicholas never leaves home too, so we can't trace or monitor his movements anymore "."Get out! Don't show up here until you have something useful and if you don't have anything, I will deal with your family"."Please, boss, let my family stay out of this", he pleaded, almost shedding tears.I laughed harshly. "Then bring in the body or your family goes. Now, get out! ", I
East Alley,New York City,The Stephen's Mansion,Laura's Mom POV,I strolled out of the house. The housekeepers were just irritating today. Kept on gossiping about my position in Laura's marriage. I know I failed her. I know I didn't fight for her but I already accepted my falls.I wasn't even expecting Ade to go so far. We agreed on frightening with May's wedding but house arrest. And restricting her movement? She wasn't a kid anymore. I failed her. I could see how disappointing she stared at me while Ade thundered his orders. Riches, fame, and servants but no peace? What was the use? I'm just a mother who lost her child's respect today. I'm stuck in the middle. I had to somehow convince Ade, I laughed hysterically. I knew him, the threats, my eatery, the spa, and frequent alerts will be gone. I don't want to lose them but I already lost the most precious gift to me, my daughter, and knowing Laura, I already lost my grandchild too. I didn't know what to do. I loved fame, respect, a
Middletown High,Fortune Building And Construction EnterpriseVeronica's POV,I didn't even know why I was so angry at Daniel. He was…yes, that's the thing, he wasn't afraid of me. Not staring down, fidgeting like those weasels like employees. He was different and that made him dangerous. I also noticed, he didn't talk much. Even when I tried making him lose it, he didn't change his tone much. I think we might enjoy working together, I smiled, reading through the files."Hi, sis, what are you up to?", Rick!! What did he want now? I thought, watching him walk into the office, and settle in on the sofa."What do you want, Rick?""Nothing. Can't I stop by to check in on my little sis ?", he grinned, staring at me fully.I laughed sardonically. "You want me to believe that? You and I know you're just after grandma's inheritance. I don't matter to you""Oh really? So, I'm just a selfish guy who's after Grandma Potts's inheritance. Nice. Anyway, you're right but let me help you rephrase a