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Unexpected Rise of Leonard Storm Chapter 189
"I have always known there was something ahout your corporation that looks lucrative." One of the investors mentioned, shaking hands with Leonard and Matilda .It was barely three days after they had gotten married and Leonard had informed her about a meeting with some investors. Matilda didn't care about any of his movement, she had been making plans on her revenge tour and she couldn't wait to execute it."I guess you are the lucky charm I needed to secure this contract after all." Leonard mentioned, after the meeting, while heading back to their penthouse."Yeah I guess ...." Matilda mentioy, barely paying attention to what he has to say."Why do you always act cold around me?" Leonard asked, having observed her demeanor."What do you mean act cold towards you? I never prayed to be here in the first place." Matilda replied."I don't care girl. Your father signed you off to me and you will remain mine." Matilda wa about to respond, when their car would eventually break dow
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The night came quickly than expected. Matilda was engrossed on her favorite show from Netflix, while sipping her alcohol."That's your second bottle tonight." Leonard warns."Stay out. I am trying to make myself happy, don't ruin it for me." Matilda warned and gulped the last part of the liquor. "Another one!" She yelled, getting tipsy already."You are drunk girl, I don't think you can go for another one." Leonard says, rushing up to meet her, and grabbing the bottle away from her."Give it back!" She yelled, trying to get the drink, but Leonard was much stronger than her. In the process of their squabble, she would trip both herself and Leonard unto the bed and stays on top."You have beautiful eyes." She compliments."Uhmm....Thanks... Why do I feel the alcohol is getting to your system?" Leonard questioned."Damn the alcohol! You are actually handsome and it such a pain knowing there things I really want to do to you from my sinister mind." Matilda states."What are you t
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“Matilda Williams ,” the woman sitting opposite Matilda across the long mahogany table, called her name, a small smile on her slightly wrinkled face.“We are pleased to inform you that you have been hired.”Matilda 's heart sank in deep relief and she let out an exhale that she didn't know that she had been holding in for a while now. She rubbed her sweaty palms together and mirrored the woman as she rose up from her seat.“Congratulations.” The woman offered Matilda a handshake that she accepted.Although she never doubted herself for a second, it still felt like a dream to her that she had just gotten hired to work in the country's most luxurious hotel. Even though she never applied to work here because of the status of the company, to her, a win was still a win.“Thank you,” Matilda reciprocated the woman’s smile. “I am so honored to be given this opportunity. I promise, you won't regret this.”“You will be starting tomorrow, Miss. Williams ,” the woman fed Matilda more
Unexpected Rise of Leonard Storm Chapter 192
The car pulled up to a grand mansion, one that looked straight out of a fairy tale. The driveway was lined with neatly trimmed hedges, and the front door was a massive, ornate structure.As they got out of the car, Matilda 's eyes were drawn to the details of the mansion. The floors were marble, the chandeliers were sparkling, and the furniture was made of the finest materials. It was all so luxurious, so extravagant. She wanted to look away, to not be impressed by such opulence, but she couldn't help herself.A guard led them through the massive front door, into guard led them through the massive front door and into a grand entryway. The floor was so shiny and clean that Matilda could see her reflection in it. She felt small, insignificant, in the face of such wealth and grandeur.The guard led them through the grand hallway and into a massive dining room. There, at the head of the table, was Leonard Anderson. He was dressed in a fine suit, his hair perfectly styled. He looked eve
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When Leonard arrived at the slated restaurant, it was already minutes late and he hated the cold weather, which had propelled him to use a leather jacket. He looked around the whole place and found Ella seated at the edge, with the menu card in her hands."I was beginning to think that you wouldn't make it Vincent." Ella said, the moment Leonard arrives at the seat."Let's go straight to the point." Leonard demanded, but a hand gesture from Ella ordering him to stop, would force him to hold his horses."How about we act like civil humans and order meals and eat....think of it more like a date." Ella stated."I am not here for any stupid date. I came here with a note of warning to you. That stunt you pulled back there at my house yesterday, I don't want it to repeat itself." Leonard warned.Ella rolled her eyes and leaned back to the chair, staring at Leonard unfazed by any of his threat. "It pains me each time I realize that the only wrong I have ever done against you is simply loving
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When Isaac arrived at his apartment, the weather had become warm once more and he turned on the air conditioner, while heading to his room to change into something simple. It was a long day and the night seemed to be a little bit long, he had hoped. However seeing some of the mess in the room got him pissed. When was Polly ever going to learn to arrange the entire house? He wondered.While he went down to get the pillows, he noticed something unfamiliar. He looked to see Polly's slippers at the front of his bathroom. Polly never used his bathroom before, so what was going on? He wondered as he made his way, slowly and silently to the door of the bathroom, where he leaned closer to get a grasp of what was happening.The shower was running and it appeared that someone was having their bath. The moment he opened the door, Isaac yelled out at the top of the voice as the scene of horror displayed itself right before his eyes.He was staring at the lifeless body of Polly, who appeared to h
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Leonard was surprised by how horrified she looked. It was clear that whatever was going on in her mind regarding Ella , must have brought her terrible traumas."I just need big information regarding her whereabouts. I need to understand that she is okay." Leonard lied through his teeth. He noticed the woman looking everywhere and then leaned forward to his side, apparently with the intent to tell him something. "Ella was a crazy girl. When we discovered anomaly with her, we had to transfer her to the hospital, where she was given a therapist to stay with." Leonard froze for a second. All thoughts about Ella flying through the course of his head.It was no wonder she acted strange. He thought to himself."Can I know where this therapist lives?" Leonard asked and almost immediately, the woman pulled her phone out and looked through the contact and handed it over to him."That's her number." She revealed and Leonard copied the contact on his phone, thanked the woman and left the buildi
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Leonard couldn't take any of what the therapist was saying to him any longer. He wanted to be away from that place, he needed to reach out to his wife. "I will uhmm, I will be on my way." He announced and got up and left the room, even as the therapist wished to explain something to him. As he pulled into his car, he tried ringing Matilda 's line, but it wasn't going through and the moment he turned on the ignition of his car, he heard a beep on the phone and checked through. He gasped the moment he noticed Matilda on the bed all asleep.It wasn't something bad, but the reality that it was an anonymous individual who had taken that photo horrified him. There was only one person, who could pull such a thing and that was Elena .Leonard drove through the road like a raging bull. If anything happened to Matilda , he was willing to find Elena and kill her. When he arrived at his apartment, Leonard got down from the vehicle and rushed to the house, yelling out Matilda 's name. The m
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The tension in the air was palpable as Matilda prepared herself for what Leonard had in store for her. Richard 's eyes shone with a dangerous intensity, his intentions unclear but menacing. Matilda's mind raced with horrible possibilities, each more horrible than the last. She felt a shiver run down her spine as Richard 's laughter echoed in the dimly lit room. Despite her fears, Matilda remains defiant, refusing to show any sign of weakness in the face of Richard 's twisted desires. "I can do more than you imagine and make you hot!" Leonard smiled as he read the expression on Matilda's face. It's really fun teasing Matilda at the moment. Her lips trembled, hoping she wasn't thinking anything. "Are you making me hot?" Would it really roast me alive or burn a part of me? Matilda asked stupidly Although she is a stripper who must know a lot about the tactics of men, unfortunately she is a l
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"How dare you?" Leonard roared like a lion as the champagne spilled over his dress and poured freely into his trousers. Matilda was shaking terribly as she searched for towels to clean Leonard clothes and shoes. He had just poured himself a glass of champagne. "I'm so terribly sorry! I was---sss" stammered Matilda , trying to finish her words when Leonard pulled her hair and picked her up. "You are here to pay your brother's debt, but you are clearly unable to do so! Leonard said in a very intimidating voice, letting the lumps fall on Maris's neck. "Please, I feel weak!" He had never felt this way in his entire life as he searched for ways to survive. He felt his strength leave him and let his body fall into Richard 's grip. Everyone's eyes in the VIP room widened. "This girl is really doomed," commented one of them and motioned for Leo
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They'd been able to not only beat Broadway Enterprise's weakness but also strengthen theirs. "To say the least, I'm quite impressed with this proposal, and so is everyone here today, as such, we wouldn't have any other company partnering with us other than F and A. Congratulations, Richard and Matilda , your intelligence is meritorious. I see why you're a couple now," he added with a smile. "I'll have my lawyer get the agreement ready for you for your signature in the next 48 hours. Congratulations again."With that, Leonard left, and a few others commented about Matilda 's intelligence, and how lucky Richard was to have her by his side, one of whom was Ryan Porter."From the day I saw you at the party, I knew you were one intelligent woman. Congratulations, Matilda . Richard also, you got yourself a gem. If she weren't hooked with you, I might have stolen her away. Good luck with the project." Richard 's jaw hardened at Ryan's words. His heart sank also. R
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"What are you doing, Richard ?" She asked the moment one hand cupped her face, while the other slid down the curve of her waist. Her question came out as a whisper, which surprised her. "Helping you relax around me. We can't go to the meeting with you looking like this.""Like how?"Richard leaned closer to her, bringing his lips to her ear and her body jolted as his hot breath fanned her skin. "Like a simple touch from me will send a wave of electricity through you. One simple touch, like this." The hand that was on her waist found her fingers and he intertwined his with hers, which were already clammy. Matilda shut her eyes in pleasure and pressed her lips in a firm line to prevent herself from making even the slightest sound. He buried his face in her neck, inhaling her inviting flowery scent. The impulse to trail his lips up her neck tugged at his heart, but he acted against it. Instead, he just stood there, registering her scent in his mind and trying to decipher w
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Four months went by since that fateful evening, and Richard 's iciness had become even more noticeable. The unbearable emotional gap between us led me to detach from our dying relationship's toxic hold gradually. I kept track of the days until the contract would end. He already possessed the inheritance and the agreements. Our partnership was supposed to be over by now, but it isn't able to.In the meantime, Leonard and I had become even closer, reigniting the strong connection we had maintained since we were kids. We dedicated numerous hours to each other, reflecting on past memories and creating new ones.Melissa came back from her journey overseas, infusing our group of friends with a sense of excitement and joy.In celebration of Melissa 's hard-earned diploma, we opted to meet at a quaint bar located on the edge of the city. I quickly freshened up and then hurried to the bar. I was running behind because I was assisting Richard with organizing his documents."Melissa !" she
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When my time with Leonard was up that evening, I chose to make a decision that could alter my future significantly. I summoned up my bravery and met his gaze, speaking with conviction.Leonard , I appreciate all that you've done. Would you mind giving me a lift?Fear was evident on Leonard 's face as he considered my request. "Are you certain, keeping in mind his possible reaction?" he inquired, worried about how his words may come across.I let out a slow breath, calling upon my inner power. I am able to deal with Richard by myself. "It will all be okay."He nodded in agreement as his eyes softened with comprehension. "Okay, if you're certain." "I will transport you to your residence."While starting the car journey, Leonard grabbed the radio and switched it to a station he knew. The gentle tune of my preferred song enveloped the car, creating a mix of emotions that matched my inner turmoil.While the music played, a query escaped from my mouth. Leonard , when are we able to
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I was frozen in shock, speechless, as Richard 's words lingered in the air like a thick mist. For years, we have been close friends, sharing jokes, secrets, and even playful flirting. However, his unexpected question left me speechless and confused. Is it impossible for him to ever have me? His question's consequences made me shudder.I felt a swirl of confusion in my head while attempting to understand his abrupt question. Before I had a chance to collect my thoughts and reply, Richard appeared to dismiss it, as though he hadn't just posed such a deep question to me. He proposed finishing the day by having ice cream at his house, trying to shift the conversation to a more cheerful subject.Declining his offer politely, I managed to force a faint smile and replied, "Thank you, Richard , but I believe I should leave."He nodded, a brief flicker of disappointment appearing on his face. Noticing the discomfort between us, he proposed to accompany me to the entrance of the amusement park
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With a slightly trembling voice, she spoke up, my words now carrying a hint of confidence. "Leonard , I put on the lingerie like you requested." "Now, please enlighten me, what exactly do you desire from me?"While we glared at each other intensely, I silently vowed to control the situation according to my wants and limits. I had learned that real power comes from accepting my own vulnerability, even when things are uncertain.Leonard continued to hold on to his unfeeling attitude, remaining adamant in his penchant for mocking others.I felt a shiver down my back as his face became stern, his eyes narrowing with a touch of contempt. He clutched my hand tighter, his voice filled with scorn.Leonard mocked, saying, "I warned you it wouldn't look good on you," in a tone filled with bitterness. "You believed that wearing just a lingerie set could make me interested in you... turns out, it didn't work."I felt a wave of disappointment and hurt as my heart dropped, replacing the warmth I
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She tried on the dresses one at a time, with each one more captivating than the previous one. The gentle materials hugged my body's natural contours, as intricate elements shimmered in the light, producing a stunning exhibition. I spun around and looked at myself in the mirror, wishing to see a hint of love in Leonard 's gaze. However, his calm facial expression stayed unchanged as he stood just outside the fitting room, serving as a constant indication of his emotional disconnection.I put on a different dress and gazed at myself in the mirror once more. While fixing my appearance, I noticed Leonard 's gaze in the mirror. His eyes held a gentleness, showing a hint of kindness that was previously absent. The teasing and coldness had become gentler, giving way to a more tender emotion.Leonard spoke at last, his voice lacking any enthusiasm as he commented, "You appear pleasant." "Perhaps this one is overly glittery," he said, pointing to a dress decorated with detailed beadwork