Chapter 155 Chapter 157 Chapter 157 Sophia’s mind drifted back to the dream with Alex that had felt so vivid. Could it really have been Alex-the same man who used to protect her, even after everything that happened between them? Part of her wanted to believe it, but she quickly
Chapter 154 Chapter 156 “Don’t any of you fret,” Jarvis murmured, his voice as steady as a loaded gun. “I’m not about to rip your nails off just for fun p> He spoke so casually that it sent a chill straight through the crowd. One look at him, and they
Chapter 153 3/3 Chapter 155 Chapter 155 “Quick! Surround this place. No one leaves p> A squad of heavily armed guards burst in, blocking every door and passage. The lethal aura radiating from their weapons made everyone’s blood run cold. “Who is Sophia Lancaster? Don’t make me repeat myself!” the
Chapter 152 Chapter 154 Charles Kingston snapped awake on a grimy park bench, every muscle in his body screaming. Bruises covered him. His pockets were empty-robbed clean. His so-called bodyguard and driver had done this, beaten him senseless, dumped him here like trash, and taken everything. Then, his smartwatch buzzed
Chapter 151 Chapter 153 Chapter 153 They made it to one of the biggest hotels in Vancouver in record time, with Lyra setting a brisk pace and offering no explanation. She merely grabbed Alex by the hand and guided him up to the tenth floor lounge, where two men waited.
Chapter 150 3/3 Chapter 152 Chapter 152 Charles walked out of the hall when, suddenly, almost all his bodyguards’ smartphones started ringing. Some couldn’t help but glance at their screens, curiosity tugging at them. A few, after reading the message, exchanged looks, their eyes filled with confusion and silent questions.
Chapter 149 Chapter 151 Charles Kingston lounged in the grand lobby, swirling a glass of champagne between his fingers, when he caught sight of Jasmine slipping in through the front doors. She settled near the reporters. Charles finished his drink, rose, and sauntered over. “Where are your bodyguards?” he asked,
Chapter 148 193 Chapter 150 Chapter 150 Alex and Jasmine stiffened as a sharp, rotten stench drifted toward them. Bill sauntered forward with a casual arrogance, flanked by two grim-faced men whose clothes reeked like they’d been unearthed from a grave. He gave Jasmine a thin smile. “Miss Jasmine,” he
Chapter 147 Chapter 149 Chapter 149 Outside the Lancaster Building “Jasmine,” Alex said gently, “would you mind giving Sophia another shot at finalizing the deal with Kingston p> She lifted an eyebrow, crossing her arms. “And this is for your ex-wife’s benefit p> He hesitated. “I’m doing it for Abraham
Chapter 146 Chapter 148 Sophia’s heart nearly stopped when she realized no one knew that the woman they were all so eager to banish was actually Jasmine Kingston. If her hotheaded mother and brother made a scene, the entire deal would be done for. The Lancaster family had clawed its
Chapter 145 Chapter 147 Chapter 147 Marco stormed into the room, his anger barely contained. Charles Kingston sat comfortably, flanked by Bill and a few bodyguards from Vermont. “Marco, you’re here to join the fun too?” Charles grinned, leaning back in his sofa. “Charles, I transferred my money. You said
Chapter 144 Chapter 146 Chapter 146 Jarvis pinned Jasper with a gaze so sharp it felt like a razor at his throat. “Did you see it with your own eyes?” he demanded, his voice low and precise. Jasper swallowed hard. “No,” he admitted, “but Hank told me he saw him
Chapter 143 Chapter 145 Kafe Mansion, Vermont – Early Morning Jericho Kane, the wealthiest lord in all of Vermont, sipped his tea in the heart of what he called a “garden”-though it more closely resembled a small forest, artfully tamed to appear wild. Tall pines and manicured undergrowth rustled in
Chapter 142 Chapter 144 Chapter 144 Alex could practically feel the scorn in the room suffocating him. The Ashford family had ruled Vancouver’s social circles for generations with a spotless reputation; it was no wonder they refused to believe they might be in over their heads. Meanwhile, Vermont National Life-a
Chapter 141 Chapter 143 Marco raised his spoon and rapped it smartly against the rim of his wineglass. A bright, ringing note sliced through the air, snapping heads around to face him. He cleared his throat, letting the hush settle. “Folks, I have some damn good news,” he began with
Chapter 140 Chapter 142 Jack leaned back in his chair, smirking like a predator who’d already caught his prey. “You might as well start stripping, you broke bastard. Once that wine master shows up, you’re gonna be running down the street butt-naked. And if you don’t, I’ll make sure you
Chapter 139 Chapter 141 Jack’s eyes narrowed. “You can streak down Main Street buck naked. How’s that for a price p> Alex shrugged. “Fine. But I expect you to do the same if he says my wine is genuine p> Jack guffawed like he’d just won the lottery. “Deal! Let’s
Chapter 138 Chapter 140 “Why p> *1 Just wondered because Kelly’s been gone too,” she said, her ton clipped. An uneasy silence hung between them. Then she continued, “Anyway, Kelly just updated me about the Charles problem-my brother p> “And?” Alex prompted. “I need to handle this on my own–no
Chapter 137 Chapter 139 Like had been born and raised in Vermont, lie resented the new monarchi. In his eyes, the rightful successor to the throne was Jericho Kane no one else deserved that honor after the old king’s downfall. But when the old king lost and fled into hiding
Chapter 136 BIT bared his teeth, then drove Charles into the wall with a sickening thud that rattled every pane of glass in the room. The impact stole what little breath Charles had left; he crumpled to the floor, coughing, violently until tears rimmed his eyes. “Look at you,” Bill