LOGINRichard stared at his mother’s worried face in the dimly lit living room. The old clock on the mantel ticked steadily, filling the heavy silence between them.“What do you mean by that?” Evelyn asked her son, her voice trembling slightly as she searched his eyes for answers.Richard held her hand softly, his fingers warm against her cool skin. “Mother, don’t worry, I’ll take care of everything.”He gave her hand one last gentle squeeze before standing up. Leaving Evelyn alone on the sofa, he walked away, his broad shoulders tense. The moment he stepped out of her sight, his expression shifted. His eyes darkened with a deep mix of anger and pain that had been festering inside him for far too long.*FLASHBACK STARTS*Richard sat alone in his sleek office, the city lights of Milan twinkling through the large windows behind him. He leaned back in his leather chair, lost in thought about everything that had gone wrong lately. The bitter divorce from Kendra still stung like an open wou
His body shook with silent sobs.Kendra stood there, dumbfounded, arms hovering uncertainly before slowly wrapping around his waist. “Knox… what’s going on? I’m right here. I’m okay.”He didn’t let go, even though he wanted to.His voice was hoarse, broken. “I thought…I saw your car… the explosion…I thought I lost you.”The powerful CEO who had seemed so in control was trembling against her. She stroked his back soothingly. “I’m here. I gave the car to someone who needed it urgently. I’m okay, Knox.”“Knox we're in public, let's just go.” She whispered but he didn't let her go.Kendra swallowed nothing but fear, she was scared, just trying to be strong. Nothing is shaking the question; Who wants to kill her? From her mind. They stayed like that until the police arrived.Statements were given quickly — Kendra explained the man who borrowed her car, Knox admitted he had been following her out of concern. The officers promised to investigate, but Knox wasn’t letting her out of his s
The moment Kendra drove out, Knox’s car followed. Knox gripped the steering wheel of his matte-black Range Rover, eyes locked on the black Mercedes G-Wagon several cars ahead. He decided to come see Kendra after contemplating in his office after his meetings. He was about to drive in when he saw Kendra’s car and decided to follow his car.His heart pounding with a mix of determination and nerves. Like his mother told him, if he wants her, he should get her. He doesn't care what he takes, he just wants her to be his alone.As he drove down the city, still following Kendra’s car, a sudden wave of congestion at the intersection swallowed her car. One moment he saw her taillights; the next, a delivery truck and honking taxis cut him off completely. He slammed his palm against the wheel.“Damn it!” he muttered, weaving aggressively but losing her in the sea of vehicles. His jaw clenched. He had no idea where she was heading, but he refused to give up that easily.***[Bella Vista Rest
[Reens Company – Main Conference Hall]The sleek, state-of-the-art conference hall at Reens Company buzzed with anticipation. Floor-to-ceiling screens displayed rotating 3D renders of the latest masterpiece: the Reens Ferrari R-7, a limited-edition hypercar that blended cutting-edge electric technology with the raw soul of Italian design. Crystal chandeliers cast soft light over the long mahogany table where investors, engineers, and select media representatives sat.Kendra stood at the head of the room, looking powerful and commanding in a tailored navy pencil short skirt suit that accentuated her curves without compromising professionalism. Her hair was pulled into a sleek high bun, a few tendrils framing her face. As the CEO, she could have easily delegated this presentation to Elena, but Kendra had chosen to do it herself. This car wasn’t just another product—it was her vision, her statement to the world that Reens Company was here to dominate the luxury automotive space.“Go
He brought out his phone, tried texting her but the message didn't deliver. He could only guess she blocked him, after the venom in her voice last night, the way she’d shut him out so completely. The rejection stung deeper than he wanted to admit, carving out a hollow space inside him that no amount of family support could immediately fill. “Son, you want her? Get her,” Mrs. Harrington said firmly, her eyes sparkling with quiet conviction. “Trust me when I tell you, she’s worth the risk.” Knox raised an eyebrow, surprised by her intensity, he sat down, facing his parents. “You keep talking like you’ve known her from somewhere,” Mr. Harrington interjected, sounding just as confused as Knox felt. Even Knox was taken aback by how persistently his mother championed Kendra. It was as if she had some secret insight he wasn’t privy to. “Yes, we met once at a mall,” Mrs. Harrington replied smoothly, waving a hand as if it were nothing important. “And she was nice to me. I won’t go
Knox sat there, momentarily dumbfounded, the innocent question from his young son hanging heavily in the air like an unspoken challenge. Liam's words..."When will I get a mommy?"...echoed in his mind, stirring up a storm of emotions he tried hard to keep buried. This wasn't the first time his boy had asked him about having a mother. Every time he asks, it tugged at Knox's heartstrings, a painful reminder of the family he'd once dreamed of but lost. He knows how life is without a mother, he's been there and he doesn't want his son to go through the same phase. Liam deserved a mother, someone warm and loving who would cherish him the way every child should be cherished. But Yvonne is not the one, her chapter was closed forever. She would never be part of their lives again. "Very soon, my boy. You'll meet Mommy very soon," Knox replied softly, forcing a reassuring smile as he ruffled Liam's hair. The little boy's face brightened instantly. He leaned in and planted a wet, ent
He laughed, settling back but not breaking the connection. Kendra’s mind raced with inner thoughts. “Who is this guy? I know nothing about him. Not his last name, not his story, not why he’s looking at me like I’m the only woman in the world right now. Richard destroyed me, and here I am, diving h
Elena brightened. “I’d love to. Should we go to Aurelia Grand Mall? Your mother’s place always has the best options.” “Perfect,” Kendra said. They tidied up the last bits together, then headed out.Employees watching her as she walked with Elena, bodyguards trailing behind them.In the car, the
Kendra leaned back in her chair, watching as Elena cleared the main plates from their dinner setup in the office lounge. She just had roasted salmon which was flaky and perfectly seasoned, the garlic mashed potatoes creamy, and the herb-roasted vegetables still carried a faint, appetizing aroma.
“Mother, Kendra this Kendra that, she left herself, we didn't chase her! Right now we should be thinking about how the Thompson's reputation will be back in place!” Victor sighed. “You're right Eve, the Thompson's company image is already strained after the divorce. Bringing personal drama to thi







