Chapter 238 Alistair stepped forward, his expression bored. “You mean the body of the cartel hitman from 2018? The one my father supposedly killed?” Seraphina froze. “Yes! I have the photos!” “That was a sanctioned CIA operation,” Alistair said coldly. “The files were declassified last month. Your ‘leverage’ is public
Chapter 237 “I’m sorry it took me so long,” Arthur said. “But no one threatens my daughter.” With Arthur’s testimony secure and the SEC investigation stalled by the revelation of witness tampering, the pressure eased. But the war was not over. Skye sat in her office, looking out at the
Chapter 236 “Skye.” “Please,” Skye said. “Trust me. I love you.” She hung up. Tears pricked her eyes. Pushing him away was the hardest thing she had ever done. But she couldn’t drag him into the SEC mess—not when he had Interpol breathing down his neck. The day of the
Chapter 235 “Where are we going?” Skye asked. “To verify a tip,” Julian said. “About Belarus.” The private jet sat on the tarmac at Teterboro, engines whining. It was a Vance jet. “I can’t leave the country,” Skye said. “My bail conditions.” “We’re not leaving the country,” Julian said. “We’re
Chapter 234 Skye laughed. It was a hollow sound. “So I trade prison for manslaughter charges?” “Civil liability only,” Silas said. “We pay a fine. The insurance covers it. You walk away free, just… legally responsible for the accident.” “And my reputation?” “Ruined,” Silas admitted. “But you won’t be in
Chapter 233 She walked out of the office, leaving the chaos behind her. Outside, the air was crisp. Skye took a deep breath. A black van pulled up. The doors slid open. It wasn’t Julian. It wasn’t Alistair. It was men in FBI windbreakers. “Skye Sterling?” the lead agent
Chapter 232 Chapter 232: “So you traded lives for liquidity,” Skye said. “That’s who you are, Liam.” “No!” Liam looked up, his eyes wet. “That’s not me! I’m a good man! I loved you!” “You loved owning me,” Skye corrected. “And when I stopped being an asset, you tried to
Chapter 231 “Exactly,” Julian said. “Liam will spin this. He’ll say your aggressive takeover destabilized the project. He’ll try to pin the blood on your hands.” Skye looked at him. “Then we need to change the narrative.” “And how?” “We don’t hide,” Skye said. “We lead. Liquidate my personal holdings.
Chapter 394 In Chapter 396 titled “Stolen Moments,” the story revolves around siblings Minnie and Mickey who are confronted with a mysterious and unsettling situation involving their parents. As they observe what appears to be their mother’s legs behind a curtain, a sense of dread fills the air when their
Chapter 393 In “The Attention 395,” the story unfolds with Minnie, a young girl, anxiously waiting for her parents to emerge from their locked bedroom after returning from their honeymoon. For three days, the only signs of life have been Aunt Carmen delivering meals and muffled voices from inside the
Chapter 392 In Chapter 394, titled “Honeymoon: Perfect Memories,” the protagonist experiences a whirlwind of emotions as she navigates a romantic moment with Ashton. Initially taken aback by his intense desire, she tries to create distance but is drawn in by his magnetic presence. Their interaction is charged with urgency,
Chapter 391 In Chapter 393, titled “Honeymoon – Game Night,” the narrator grapples with feelings of guilt while enjoying a romantic getaway with Ashton, away from their children. Despite the stunning surroundings, the narrator feels as if they are committing a minor crime by leaving the kids behind. This internal
Chapter 390 In Chapter 392, titled “Honeymoon – A&M Forever,” the story unfolds with a romantic scene between the protagonist and Ashton, set against a picturesque beach backdrop. The chapter begins with the protagonist enjoying a delicious meal of fried fish and champagne, feeling a deep sense of contentment and
Chapter 389 In Chapter 391, titled “Honeymoon: Pink Sand Beach,” the story begins with the protagonist and Ashton taking off in a helicopter, embarking on their honeymoon. The narrator feels a mix of excitement and anxiety, questioning the safety of flying alone with Ashton. However, his confident reassurance helps to
Chapter 388 In “The Attention 390,” the story begins with a tender moment between a parent and child during a honeymoon helicopter ride. The protagonist’s daughter, Minnie, expresses her fear of sharks while swimming, showcasing her innocent dread. The parent reassures her with playful gestures and firm words, attempting to
Chapter 387 In Chapter 389, titled “Honeymoon: the Island,” the excitement of a family vacation unfolds as Mickey, Ashton, and the narrator arrive at the picturesque Sereia Cay. The children are filled with wonder as they witness the stunning tropical landscape from the airplane, their joy evident as they press
Chapter 386 In “The Attention 388,” five years after their marriage, the story opens with a humorous and chaotic scene as the couple, Ashton and the narrator, are caught in an intimate moment by their young children, Minnie and Mickey. The children’s innocent confusion leads to a series of amusing
Chapter 385 In Chapter 387 of “The Attention,” titled “New Parents: Sleepless,” the narrative revolves around the struggles of new parents dealing with their crying newborns, Minnie and Mickey. The chapter opens with advice from a maternity nurse, warning the couple not to pick up their babies every time they
Chapter 384 In Chapter 386 of “The Attention 386,” titled “New Parents: Vicious Cycle,” Ashton experiences a rare moment of peace when he is free from work, allowing him and his partner to enjoy a brief respite from the chaos of parenting. The couple shares a tender moment, exchanging a
Chapter 383 In Chapter 385, titled “Proof of Our Love,” the narrative begins with a playful yet intense moment between the protagonist and Ashton. What started as a light-hearted tease escalates into a charged encounter, filled with flirtation and underlying emotions. Ashton’s affectionate gestures, such as kissing her hand and