Carlo was shocked by Chris' nonchalant reaction. The Landon family was a first tier elite family in Brooklyn that no one dared to offend but Chris still remained unfazed even after hearing that such a powerful existence was after his life. Infact, he found the situation very interesting. Thus, Carlo couldn't help but imagine that Chris was indeed very crazy and unusual. “Please, let me go this time around and I promise that I won't ever appear before you ever again in the future.” he begged profusely. In an instant, Chris aura became very ominous as there was no way he was going to let Carlo off easily. He stomped hard on Carlo's knees, twisting his legs and the bones in leg broke into pieces. Carlo's ear-piercing screaming voice engulfed the room. “The only reason why I'm letting you live is to set an example out of you and so that you can deliver my message to the Landon family. lf you dare to provoke me and the people I care about again, I’ll definitely make your life a liv
It was already evening. Chris went to pick up Eva from work and drove her back home. At this time, Chris was busy making dinner in the kitchen while Eva was sitting at the dining table working on some paperwork she had brought home from the office. She would come to the kitchen to check up Chris from time to time and this made Chris feel elated that their relationship was slowing progressing from how they always acted indifferent towards everyone in the past Although Kate would still mock him from time to time, Chris would simply ignore her and didn’t take it to heart. It seems like she had intentionally stayed behind to prevent her mother from nagging him consistently. At this time, Kate was busy applying some ointment and massaging Bruce's legs which were part of his treatment so she wasn't even bothered with Chris. This was one of the rare moments when the house had a serene and peaceful ambience. Unfortunately, all good things must come to an end and the peaceful moment
The entire room was shocked by his words as the words Eric just spoke were something they never imagined ro hear him utter without being forced. He was the same person who disregarded their family but now he openly acknowledged them. “What do you mean?” Eva asked warily. She didn’t believe that Eric and Benjamin would care about kinship. They had been at war for over many years over this topic because they had different opinions. Given Eric’s hostile attitude toward her in the past, he obviously couldn’t wait to drive her out of the Carter family. How could he come here to say this to them after disowning them? it was absurd for Eric to suddenly change his mind! “What I mean is, Grandpa has decided to rescind his orders on the account that you guys have lived with us for so many years. I came here to relay Grandpa’s goodwill. He said that he made his previous decision too hastily, so he would like to have you guys return to the Carters. The large family villa is ready for you!”
After being shocked, Eva immediately said, “W-what are you doing? Hurry and get up!” “No.” Eric continued kneeling on the ground, hanging his head low to hide the humiliation and indignation in his eyes. However, his voice was full of misery. “Eric, believe me. I really want to apologize to you and beg for your forgiveness! Now the Carters’ situation is getting worse day by day. Reaching a cooperation agreement with the Cross Corporation is really very important to us. Please give us a way out on account that we used to be a family! If you don’t agree, I’d rather die here!” Eric forced himself to cry, and his eyes turned red. Eva clenched her jaw, feeling extremely uneasy about Eric’s apology because she wasn’t used to seeing him lower his pride. She had already given up on the Carters, but Bryce’s behavior made her hesitant as she wondered if they were really willing to change. It was not that his words had touched her, but the Carters were the ones who raised her after all,
Meanwhile, Eric returned to the cartes' residence to give his report to Benjamin. As it was, Eric couldn't dare tell Benjamin everything that truly happened when he went to meet Eva. He knew that his grandfather was desperate at this point and would surely accept Eva's condition in order to alleviate the family crisis As a result, he resorted to telling Benjamin a fabricated story in order to make himself look like he was a victim of being treated badly by Eva and her parents. By doing this, he was able to drive another wedge between both parties. He even went as far as making false allegations about Eva directly insulting Benjamin and cursung the Carter family despite the fact he went down on his knees to plead with them to return back to the family. At this moment, There was no peace in the Carter residence as Benjamin was throwing a huge fit after listening to Eric's words. “Father , are we going to let Eva, her parents and that her good for nothing husband continue bein
The following day Eva was waiting for Chris to drive her to work as usual but she received unexpected news from him. “I'm sorry but I don't think I'll be able to drive you today.” Chris said with an apologetic expression on his face. Eva was dumbfounded. “Huh!....Why? Is there something wrong?” she questioned, feeling very confused about why Chris made such a decision. “No, it's just that I have some important things to take care of this morning and I don't want you to be late for work. I'm really sorry since I should have informed you sooner.” Chris explained in an assuring tone. However, he was currently lying to Eva. In all honesty, he didn't have any matter to take care of but he made it up as an excuse. He was trying to stay away from Eva as much as possible during this period because he was afraid that he might put her in danger now that he knew that the Landon family were after him. This was something he couldn't disclose to Eva because that might even cause her to
At this time, Chris was mowing the lawn as a punishment from his Kate who was still peeved about what happened last night. He felt the vibration of his phone ringing in his pocket and he was surprised to see that the caller was none other than Amanda. “Hello, I'm surprised that you called me first.” Chris stated, trying to tease Amanda but his reaction soon became serious when he heard the urgency in Chris' voice. “Chris, quick, you have to go help Eva. She is in serious trouble and I don't know her current state.” Chris was stunned. It had only been twenty minutes since Eva left home so what could have happened to her. “What are you talking about? She just left home for work a short while ago.” He said, thinking maybe Amanda was trying to pull a prank on him. “I know! She called me to come drive her to work after her car broke down. Afterwards, I suddenly heard her screaming and there were several grunting sounds.” Amanda frantically explained the situation as it happened
In the office, John sat calmly on a sofa with a cigar in his mouth and Felix standing behind him. When he saw Eva enter the room, a flash of amazement appeared in his eyes. “Are you Evangeline Carter?” he asked with a sleazy smile, narrowing his eyes at Eva “Y-Yes, but I don't think we have met before, sir.” “Haha, Miss Carter, I’ve heard a lot about you.“As expected, you’re gorgeous and worthy of being the greatest beauty of Brooklyn!” John remarked enthusiastically ignoring Eva's questions. He shifted his gaze to the guards standing behind Eva. “Please untie the young lady. We shouldn't treat our guests in such disrespectful manner. Besides, that flawless skin is too precious to be ruined.” He ordered. Eva wasn't fooled by John’s jovial behavior as she was getting danger signals from him. John ordered everyone in the room to rage their leave after Eva had been untied , leaving only two of them in the room. “Please, have a seat, miss Carter. Let's have a small chat!” H
As Chris drove toward the Carter family’s new residence, the tension in the car was palpable. Chris’s jaw was set, his thoughts churning. He knew where they lived—it wasn’t hard to find—but confronting them so directly was a calculated risk.When he arrived, the mansion loomed in quiet grandeur, its façade belying the chaos within. Benjamin Carter himself opened the door, his expression shifting from surprise to unease as he recognized Chris.“You…,” Benjamin began cautiously, surprised to see Chris alone at their house. The last time Chris paid a visit to the Carter ended up becoming a tragic incident for the Carters. “What brings you here?”Chris didn’t respond, brushing past him into the house. Benjamin, caught off guard, quickly closed the door and followed him into the living room.Elliot lingered near the entrance, his posture relaxed but vigilant. Benjamin was surprised to see Elliot as well. “Mr…Mr Brown….” He stuttered, casting him a wary glance, noticing the subtle differen
Chris knew that his peaceful life with Eva would surely be disrupted. He could put Eva and her loved ones in a lot of danger. Moreover, leaving now, with Eva dealing with the Carter situation, felt equally impossible as he didn't want to leave her unprotected.“Sir?” Ethan’s voice broke through his thoughts. “What are your orders?”Chris hesitated, his voice betraying the conflict he felt. “Stay on this and keep me updated. I need to think.”“Understood, sir,” Ethan said, his tone respectful. “And for what it’s worth, I know how much sir, James means to you. We’ll do everything we can to bring him back.”Chris ended the call and sat in silence for a long moment. The thought of James—strong, unyielding James—being captured felt like a punch to the gut. But the thought of leaving Eva behind, especially now, felt just as wrong. He was at a crossroads, and no matter which path he chose, the stakes were unbearably high.---Eva, meanwhile, sat at her desk, trying to focus on the tasks in
Chris kept his focus on the road, but his thoughts repeatedly drifted to Eva seated beside him. Her gaze was distant, her fingers nervously fiddling with the strap of her handbag. He could tell the morning's encounter with the Carters was weighing heavily on her.After a few moments of silence, Chris spoke, his voice calm and steady. “Eva, I know it’s a lot to process, but you don’t have to keep it all bottled up. Talk to me.”Eva sighed and shifted in her seat. “It’s just… they showed up out of nowhere. Again. It’s exhausting, Chris. I keep wondering why now, why after all these years?”Chris glanced at her briefly before returning his eyes to the road. “People like the Carters often realize the value of what they’ve lost only when it’s too late. But you don’t owe them anything, Eva. Not an explanation, not a second chance—nothing.”Eva shook her head, frustration creeping into her tone. “It’s not that simple. They’re still my family, even if they’ve hurt me. And now with them grovel
Benjamin quickly intervened, his tone desperate. “Please, Eva, don’t let his foolish words ruin this. I’m truly sorry for everything. I know I failed you, and I failed Bruce. We should have stood by you instead of casting you out. Please, give us a chance to make things right.”“I don't think everyone agrees with the motive of apologizing for your wrongdoings so I can't believe that your apologies are sincere.” Bruce remarked.Benjamin turned to Eric, his expression hardening. “Eric,” he said, his voice stern. “You owe them an apology.”Eric's usually confident demeanor was gone, replaced by a nervous energy that made him look small and uncertain. Benjamin turned to him, his expression hardening.Eric’s eyes darted between Eva, Kate, and Bruce. “I—”“Now,” Benjamin commanded.Eric swallowed hard, his gaze finally landing on Eva. “I’m sorry,” he said, his voice barely above a whisper.Eva’s eyes narrowed. “Sorry? For what, exactly?”“For everything,” Eric said, his voice shaking. “For
Benjamin hesitated, taking in the luxurious yet understated decor that surrounded them. This was Chris’s doing—he could see it in every detail. The man had built a fortress, a sanctuary for Eva and her family.They were foolish to not have recognized his talent and worth all these years that had him living amongst them.“I came to apologize,” Benjamin said, his voice steady despite the storm of emotions inside him. “To you, to your family. And... to make things right.”Kate let out a bitter laugh. “Make things right? That’s rich, coming from you. Do you think showing up here with an apology is enough to undo everything you’ve done?”“I don’t,” Benjamin admitted, his gaze dropping to the floor. “But I had to try. I know I don’t deserve your forgiveness, but I need you to hear me out.”Eva folded her arms, studying him with a cold, calculating gaze. “Then speak.”Benjamin could see that it was impossible to get through Eva judging by the cold stare in her eyes. He stepped forward. “Bruc
As the night deepened, Eric and the two representatives sat in their car, the weight of their desperation growing heavier with each passing moment. They had hoped that Eva would still come out of the building as they didn't want to admit that she could be living in such an expensive mansion.However, it finally dawned upon them that Eva wasn't coming out after waiting for several hours. Eric felt bitter as it pained him to see that Eva was living the life of luxury….. the kind he always dreamed about.The Carter's drove back home in subtle silence and even though nothing was said the other representative could feel Eric burning rage but the main problem was thinking about how Benjamin would react when he heard the news of their discovery.****The Morning sunlight streamed through the windows of the luxurious mansion, casting a golden glow over the spacious interiors. Eva had just finished her breakfast and was preparing to leave for work when she noticed something unusual. From the l
Eva returned home that evening, her mind clouded with thoughts of the Carters' audacious behavior earlier that day. The memory of Eric's arrogant tone and his entitlement grated on her nerves, but she was determined not to let it ruin her evening. She stepped into the warm, inviting ambiance of the mansion, finding Chris seated in the living room, a glass of wine in hand and an air of calm about him.“Welcome back,” Chris greeted, his voice soft as he looked up at her. His sharp eyes immediately noted the tension in her posture. “Rough day?”Eva exhaled and sat down beside him, kicking off her heels. “You could say that,” she replied, leaning back against the plush cushions. “The Carters were at Cross Corporation again today.”Chris’s hand tightened slightly around his glass, though he kept his expression neutral. “What did they want this time?”“They were begging for a meeting,” Eva said, shaking her head. “I refused to see them, but they didn’t leave. They waited in the reception ar
As the Carters waited in the reception area of Cross Corporation, the tension in the air was palpable. Time seemed to crawl as they sat in near silence, the occasional murmur of distant phone calls and the soft hum of the building’s air conditioning system providing little comfort. Eric, his hands clenched into tight fists, could hardly sit still. The humiliation of being here—forced to beg for forgiveness from Eva, a woman who had once been part of their family, yet now was their greatest obstacle—was eating away at him. Every minute that ticked by felt like an eternity. The receptionist, efficient and unfazed by their presence, had told them that Eva was unavailable. That alone was enough to set Eric’s nerves on edge. Alan, the other representative accompanying him, tried to keep the peace, suggesting they wait patiently. “This is our only shot, Eric,” he said quietly. “We can't afford to make things worse.” But Eric was past the point of patience. The weight of their family's ru
The incident at the Carter residence had left a trail of rumors and whispers that had quickly spread through the high society of Brooklyn. Every elite family, once rivals or allies of the Carters, now speculated about the cause of the downfall. But no one dared to point fingers at the one responsible, especially not at Chris, the lowly son-in-law. After all, who would ever suspect a man living under another family’s roof? Yet, beneath the surface, Chris was the mastermind behind the fall of two once-proud families—the Ambroses and the Carters.Days had passed since the fall of the Carter family, and their reputation, once untouchable, was now a shadow of its former self. Their vast wealth had been seized by the banks, leaving them with nothing more than a dilapidated Victorian house to call home. Benjamin, the patriarch of the Carter family, sat in the small living room of their new residence, surrounded by his relatives. The room was filled with heavy silence, as each person seemed l