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‘’About your wife… er… ex-wife.’’‘’What about her?’’‘’Why did you two divorce?’’‘’Because I wasn’t good enough for her.’’Miranda gives a laugh. ‘’You are just being ridiculous.’’‘’I came from a poor background, and she helped me out in many ways. Sending me back to school and all that stuff, but it came with manipulation.’’‘’So you left?’’‘’I was forced to divorce her after her family learn about my lack of finances. They didn’t want a poor son-in-law in their family. I thought she loved me and would have stood by myself, but she only shamed me.’’‘’That’s so bad.’’‘’Turns out a pre-med student who could have become a doctor wasn’t enough for them.’’‘’If only they could see you now, huh?’’Liam chuckles.‘’After finding out that I have all this, she tried to come back into my life. And that’s why I use women. They all think the same. They all believe that with their appearances, ability in bed, and perfect bodies, they can attract my attention.’’‘’What are you looking for in
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The next day, Liam reaches his company early in the morning. Before even Annie, which is unusual for both of them. When he gets to his office, a familiar perfume hits his nostrils. Chanel #5. Before he could say anything, his chair spins and he is shocked to see Mrs. Grayson instead of Nova. ‘’Well, if it isn’t the little unexpected, wretched son-in-law who has ruined my family. You sent my son to prison, messed up my daughter's life, and stole my husband’s company.’’ ‘’What do you want, old lady?’’ Liam had thought she of all would have curled up in a hole and died, but no, instead she is in his office insulting him. ‘’I want what is rightfully mine. I can’t let you just get away with this.’’ ‘’It is all done and over, so leave my office before I get security to throw you out.’’ ‘’It is all done for you, because I have sold the story of who you really are to every single media house in this city. Soon they all will know why you were so hell-bent on ruining my family. Let’s see
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‘’This is a bit tricky… well, more like complicated.’’ The new chef of police says.‘’How is this complicated? That wom- that woman is lying on me. I have never had any sexual relations with Shannon, much less to force myself onto her.’’ Liam says between teeth, trying to check his anger.‘’Yes, but we need to do a thorough investigation on this matter.’’‘’Fine then, and when you see that I have never done anything to her, I will be pressing charges.’’‘’Very well, but just so you know. There was another woman who came forward and said the same thing. She wishes for her identity to not be revealed, but until our investigation is done.’’Liam sighs. ‘’How long will this take?’’“If both women are willing to corporate and you as well, things should go over smoothly.’’Liam stands, not having much to say to the new chief of police.‘’Annie, is the lunch meeting set to go?’’ he asks as they leave the police office.‘’Yes, you can bet on it.’’***During the lunch, Mr. Lindo, a speaker fo
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Liam gets a message from an unknown number: ‘’Dear Liam, I know you must be wondering if you know the secret person who is accusing you of assault. Why don’t you join me at the Whinmah Hotel? I will reveal myself and also go over a proposal to make this all go away. Come alone.’’Liam scoffs at the screen, thinking that he would go just to humor the person.He messages Annie and asks her to get a list of all those who will be dining at the Whinmah that night, but she tells him that they won’t give out a private list like that.Liam sighs, knowing that he has to take a different approach.His phone comes off again: ‘’seven-thirty sharp, I’ll be at the back.’’Liam grips his steering wheel and drives off, thinking that he might as well just play the person’s stupid game. Hear what they have to say and if, only if it is reasonable, then he will comply.If not, then he has something up his sleeve to get the person who is trying to frame him for crimes he never did behind bars.***At seve
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When Liam gets to his car, it pissed him to see scratch marks all over the paint job.He walks back to the man at the podium. ‘’I thought you had an eye out for my car?’’‘’Yeah, but they paid me to keep my mouth shut.’’‘’How much?’’ Liam asks.‘’A fifty, so if you can come with better.’’Liam grabs the man by the collar. ‘’If you mean by better, you mean behind bars? Then gladly, and the men in there would love a lump of fresh meat like you.’’The man gulps. ‘’It was a chick, red hair and very shapely.’’‘Shannon,’ Liam thought.‘’Did she say a name?’’‘’No.’’‘’Prison is close by.’’‘’She only said Porter.’’Liam pushes the man away.When he gets back to his car, he is approached by Shannon, who has a hood over her face.‘’What do you want, Shannon?’’‘’How did you recognize me?’’Liam sighs, wondering to himself how he had even fallen for Shannon or Nova. Both are beauty and have no brains.‘’Your face is hard to hide, but you are just as dumb as Nova.’’Shannon frowns at him. ‘’M
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Liam gets home and sits in his car for a while, knowing that he can’t say anything to anyone. Not that he fears what Nova, Shannon or whoever else will do but because he doesn’t want anyone involved.Thinking that he will take care of things on his own.Liam goes inside, and Carl greets him.‘’Master Liam, is everything ok?’’Liam gives a stiff nod, knowing that Carl wouldn’t buy it because as he was once told by Nova, he wears his emotions all over his face.‘’Just the troubles of work.’’Carl nods.‘’I would like my dinner in my study, I have much to take care of.’’Liam removes his tie as he makes his way to his study. While there, he sits down and calls Nova.‘’Liam, I never expected your call so soon.’’‘’Hmm, I have been doing some thinking and I decide to take you up on your offer.’’‘’Wonderful, I knew you would come to your senses. And where the fuck do you get off telling Shannon I was begging you to take me back?’’Liam chuckles.‘’I was only messing around.’’‘’I don’t wan
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The next morning, Liam puts an extra pep in his step as he gets ready to go to work. He makes sure to wear one of his best suits, thinking that if he is going to do this. Then he needs to look good.When he gets downstairs, he sees Miranda around the table, then tries to remember the night he had.‘’What are you doing here?’’ he asks after not being able to remember any sexual interaction between them.‘’I made sure you got home ok. Craig drove behind me to so shit didn’t go sideways.’’Liam nods. ‘’But you didn’t leave.’’‘’It was late.’’‘’Craig could have brought you home.’’‘’Maybe I didn’t want to leave you.’’Liam frowns at her. ‘’I have maids and a wonderful butler.’’‘’Well, maybe I didn’t want Craig to drive me home.’’‘’Jack could have.’’‘’He is an asshole.’’‘’You could have asked one of my bodyguards to take you home.’’‘’What if I don’t want anyone to know where I live?’’Liam frowns, hating the back-and-forth they are having.‘’Why are you here, Miranda?’’‘’To make sur
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‘’Well, if it isn’t Liam. The ‘unexpected son-in-law’ was too bad the Graysons failed at their attempt. I guess they were too foolish to know that you were playing them for a fool.‘’Sorry, but do I know you?’’ Liam ask.‘’Sure big shot, act as if you don’t know me.’’‘’I don’t,’’ Liam tells him.The man sneers in Liam’s face. ‘’Mr. Ballen son, Chris Ballen.’’Liam shakes his head because he still doesn’t know who he speaks of.‘’Don’t ignore me! I am here to run you out of business. I am sick of seeing your face all over these damn tabloids.’’ He throws down a newspaper before Liam, causing his drink to spill.‘’Look, I came here to have a few beers. Not to goof around with anyone, so, please. Go find someone else who is willing to play your childish games.’’Chris scoffs. ‘’I am going to run you out of town, big shot. I am going to show everyone how shit is really done.’’ He laughs. ‘I am going to put you to shame.’’Liam shakes his head, deciding to humor the loud mouth man who is
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"Are you ready to become Mrs. Tate," Cassandra asks, coming up behind Miranda. "Yes, buy I'm nervous.""I guess that is a normal feeling, but just know that at the end of the aisle, there is a man who is madly in love with you."Miranda shakes her head. "I think I'm going to throw up.''"No, you can't do that. You are wearing a white dress.""You don't understand Cassandra, feel ill.""Like sick that you need to go to the hospital?""No, but I have been throwing up since yesterday.""Oh darling, that's just pregnancy."Miranda's face slackens. ''Why do you look so shocked? You two fuck like rabbits, it's expected."Miranda sigh. "Just give me a minute."Cassandra sits on a stool and waits for Miranda.When she comes back out, Cassandra raises a brow."Are you feeling better?""I think I am."Cassandra smiles at her. "Ok, let's go." Cassandra leaves the room, and Miranda can hear her yelling."Places people, places. The bride is ready."The wedding planner has fallen ill, and Cassan
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Craig walks into Liam's office and plops down into a chair."The myth, the man, the legend."Liam gives Craig a serious look before laughing."Shit, man, you are getting married next week. Again, this better be your last."Liam sits back in his seat. "Do you want to be my best man are not?"Craig says nothing after that."I thought so," Liam says."Can I confide in you?" Craig asks after a long while."Hmm, I'm your best friend. I don't see why not.""I don't think I want to continue with my plans to take over the hospital.""Why the hell not? This is a big move for you.""I'm afraid of all the fight I might get. I mean, look at you and Jack. Every other business day, you two are fighting some other weirdass who thinks what you two have is there. I don't think I can handle that.""People only fight success. If not, then you aren't doing so great in life. Remember that."Craig groans. "Damn it, you are right, but that's a lot of pressure. I don't think I can handle all that.""When I j
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"Don't worry, she is safe and sound. Where's my money?""I don't owe you shit, give me back my girlfriend and there won't be any problem."Cory laughs. "That's not how things are going to work. I need that money first.""Go to St Williams Penitentiary and take that up with Kyle. He is the one that owes you, not me.""It's because of you why he owes me."Cassandra goes to stand beside Liam."You dirty lawyer, just know that you won't get away with this.""Cas, go back in the car."She refuses. "No, we are in this together. I'm sick and tired of these clowns thinking they can just do some shit to Wellington and get away with it.''"I will get away with it, since Liam fails to show up with the cash, I'll just kill that bitch.""Why do you even think my cousin owes you shit.""Because, Kyle asked me to represent him in a court case. The one against Liam Tate." Cory points at Liam."He only got chick feed and was pissed and refused to pay me.""That's not our problem, and why only tagert L
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Liam gets out of the home gym to see Miranda about to leave."It's Sunday, where are you going?" He asks.Miranda turns around but gets distracted by the sweat dripping down Liam's chest."Miranda?""Oh, sorry. Hmm... I was thinking now that Kyle is out of the picture, and things were back to normal, I could go and sort things out at my company."Liam calls her over. When she goes up to him, he tells her to sit.She sits on the arm of the chair and tries her best to focus on his eyes."I think that can wait. You have a wedding to plan with Sasha.""Moesha.""What?" Liam asks."Her name is Moesha, not Sahsa.""Yeah, anyway. I don't want you to over exert yourself. So one thing at a time, the wedding first, then that after.''Miranda bites her lips. "Ok.""Why are you staring at me like that?" Liam asks."Nothing," Miranda says before looking away.Liam places his finger under her chin and turns her head so she is looking at him again."I know those fuck me eyes, Miranda."She let's out
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When Kyle gets home, the first thing he does is contact Miranda. "Hello, who is this?""Don't you know the voice of your brother?""Brother?""Yes you dumb bitch, Kyle.""You aren't my brother."Kyle laughs and switch his phone to the other hand then regrets it because is right shoulder is hurting him too much."I am your brother, I too a DNA test, turns out we are 97.7% siblings or some shit like that.''Miranda sighs and put the call on speaker so Liam can hear."What do you want, Kyle?""Apart from mocking, you have having your sister's sloppy seconds. I just want to know why you are with a man like Liam. He is a street dog.""I have no time for this, Kyle. I never considered you as a sibling, and I sure as hell don't now.""Wait, wait. Don't hang up, I just wanted to make a proposal. We can get Saywer's Business whatever back up, me and you. Could even split the profit 50/50""Hmm, sorry, but that a hard pass."Miranda hangs up after saying that.Kyle yells into the dead receiver
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Kyle checks his email anxiously, waiting for the test results to come in. He just couldn't get Miranda's remark out of his mind, and he will be damned if he is related to someone like her.Finally, an email comes in. When Kyle opens it, he sees that it is nothing but spam.''Damn it! What is taking so long?"Kyle dials the number to the medical center, and when the woman answers, he shouts insults at her."You incompetent bitch! I have been waiting two days and four hours for one fucking DNA test, and I have been yet to get the results. Maybe I should call your supervisor and let them know to fire you."In a calm voice, the woman says. "Who am I speaking to.""What the fucking do you mean who are you speaking you?""Can I get your name?""Kyle Grayson."The woman sighs, then Kyle hears typing from the other end of the phone."The results were sent to you a day ago.""You liar, I never got no fucking results. You just conned me out of my money, I will report this and then sue you frau
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Kyle lays in a pool of his blood, groaning from the pain inflicted on him.Jodie walks into the living room and gasps."Sir, what happened to you?" She drops everything on her hand and kneels by his side."They robbed me, those fuckers.""Who, who robbed you?""His name is Tommy, he and his gang goes around robbing rich people." Kyle lies."I never heard of that before."Even in pain, broken and beaten, Kyle still belittles those that work for him."You bitch, does he have to be known to be robbing people. He took all my jewelry, and I want it back!"The woman sighs and helps Kyle to his feet.Jodie still doesn't know why she is working for him. All he does is complain and threaten to hurt her or get her fired.If she hadn't been so desperate for work, she wouldn't be stuck in a place like that. Doing things she isn't comfortable doing."I guess this isn't the best time to tell you that Saywer's Business Consultant Co will no longer be yours in a few months' time.""What does that mea
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Liam stands on the roof with the investigator. He confirms that the blueprint is indeed of JCDA.Liam stuffs his hands in his pocket."That man stole close to seventy million dollars and still wants more. His greed will cause his downfall."The investigator says nothing."I'll take this to the cops, and this time Kyle won't be getting out of prison."Liam waits for the man to get off the roof first before he follows.He calls Cassandra while around the steering wheel."Hey cousin," her chirpy voice comes."I'm not coming in today, I'll just spend the day with Miranda. Go over some wedding details.""You got it, boss," Cassandra says, then hangs up before Liam can say anymore.When Liam gets home, Miranda is there going over a book with wedding themes to choose from.Liam clears his throat, and she looks up and then smiles."Hey," she gives a little nervous laugh."What are you doing?" Liam asks, walking over to her.He looks over her shoulder."Wedding themes," he comments."Yeah, I w
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After the woman leaves, Cassandra turns to Liam."So what do we do now?"Liam rolls up the blueprint and lightly hits her on the forehead with it."What was that for?""For being so damn forgetful, you had this for a week.""Yeah, I said I was drunk. I hardly even remember half the things Rita and I talked about."Cassandra phones rings. "Oh, and speak of the devil. She's calling me?""She who?" Liam asks."Rita.""Put it on speaker."Cassandra does just that."Hey Rita.""Sorry to be calling at this hour, I know it's late, but I... something happened, and I need to talk to you now.""Can't it wait until the morning?" Cassandra asks.Liam shakes his head. "Rita, you can come over now. We would love to hear what you have to say.""Ok, the problem is I don't know where Cassandra lives.""That's fine, she will send you the location."When the call ends, Cassandra makes a face at Liam. "Why the hell did you do that? I need my beauty sleep.""I understand, but if you don't get all the inf
