Deceit Lady Penelope welcomed her daughter and told her father was not around. Ava looked up at her and asked "Where did Father say he was going this time around?" Her mother continued, "Well he has to go take care of some business and won't be back for some time."Ava was not bothered. She sluggishly walked her way through the stairs showing a sign of fatigue. She met Debbie and asked her to prepare some food. "yes ma'am," replied Debby.She carefully undressed and hit the shower. She took her time to relax and slept off forgetting about the food she asked for.Victoria Harrington got back to work and told her boss what there is to know about Ethan's company, and that she would be working with them immediately. Mr. Wellington commended her effort and asked her to retire for the day.On her way home she thought of how to make Ethan love her and have him to herself. Lots of shady and evil thoughts came rushing into her mind while she giggled behind the wheel. she just has to show him
NemesisHaving failed at the previous plan. Victoria still wanted to make Ethan solely hers and would give everything she had to make it so.On her way back from work she saw one of many Ava's boyfriends. His name was Mark.Mark and Ava had some chemistry but didn't work out because Aya's father wouldn't approve of it. Therefore, ending the relationship abruptly. Mark was good-looking and was working for one of the finest companies in town. But that isn't enough to make Ava his. Victoria saw him when she went over to the store to get some veggies. Mark was surprised to see her and hugged her. "woah! You look stunning ."Victoria smiled and was happy. She said to herself, "At least one person knows how gorgeous she is." She thanked Mark for the compliment and asked why she and Ava left themselves although he knew the reason. she just wanted to indulge him a little before telling him where Ava works and how she can help them be together once again.After some minutes, Victoria said "I h
A new worldLady Penelope watched as the two lover birds disappeared out of sight. She was happy that Ava was able to find love and follow her heart. She smiled and went about trying to fix the Duke's dinner. She felt humbled to have him in their home.Ava was very happy as she toured Ethan around the mansion. "Are you passing the night here?" asked Ava. She wished he stayed back. "I am not sure. I still have some issues to attend to at the palace," said Ethan. Ava's face showed a little bit of sadness but was cheered up when Ethan said: "We have got to make the most of our time together." Ava smiled and went on to show him her baby's playground. Ethan smiled looking at her face "You are all grown up and now a woman. Your parents did a good job bringing up a fine young woman." Having said that, they headed for Ava's room which was just a few blocks away from the main building.When Ethan entered, he was fascinated by the way she had it arranged and the color that was used in decoratin
The kidnapVictoria woke up early trying to make it in time for the visit. She was so desperate that it was written all over her face. " I am going to make Ethan mine," she said aloud, not minding who was around her at the moment." She then thought of how to get Ava out of the picture because she knew Ethan and her were in love. " I need to think of something and it has to be fast. I can let Ava have Ethan to herself. She doesn't deserve him." as she was talking to herself her phone rang.She smiled seeing who the caller was and quickly thought of a plan. She picked up the call and responded to the caller " Hi Derek, how are you doing? I have a job for you. Can you carry it out soon and please I don't want any mistakes. It should be a clean job." Derek was the kingpin of the "thunder dragons." They were known for their notorious act and bank theft but they were able to stay off the radar so the police didn't know much about them. "Don't worry Miss Harrington, it is going to be a tho
- A dangerous game Victoria got home and was feeling scared because she was sure Derek's gang was notorious and might decide to rape Ava. So, she called to make sure she was fine. "Hy handsome, please make sure the girl is untouched. She is better to us alive than dead. And pls make sure she is well-fed." she said.Derek, who was very angry, shouted at her on the phone "You didn't tell me we were here kidnapping a very prominent member of the society. You are paying double what we asked for, or else am asking a huge ransom on her head." he shouted on the phone. Victoria was scared so we agreed to pay double the amount they negotiated and even added more for Ava's upkeep.Ethan and Oliver got to Sinclair's Mansion. They met Lady Penelope outside who was eager to know about her daughter's kidnap. The prince was about to break the news when Ava's father drove hastily into the compound. He has heard what happened and has come back home. He invited the regent and Oliver into his mansion
The Truth "Keep your voice down. Trust me you don't want Derek to know that I know who you are. I would have explained what goings-on right now but you will have to wait till every one of them is out of the house. Then we can talk." John said to her. Ava was too inquisitive but she was calm when John asked her to be. "It's okay. just tell me what is going on when you are ready." Ava told himAva was getting comfortable seeing a face she recognized and the whole kidnapping scenario was beginning to turn in her favor. She was fed at the right time and she took baths and clothes at the right time.Meanwhile, Victoria called Derek again, sending him a huge amount of money to make him shut his boy's mouth and take good care of Ava. " I don't want anything happening to her. Please, Derek, you have to watch over her as if she is the most prominent person in the world. I just need her there till I accomplish my task." Victoria begged over the phone." Consider it done," Derek said, smiling a
The Rescue Ava was done washing up. She sat down and waited for Derek to come with her breakfast. But was surprised when John came in. "Why isn't Derek here with it?" looking at John. " It looks like you enjoy Derek's company more than mine." John teased her." Well, I was just surprised to see you that all," Ava replied to him "They went for some morning exercise. I just stayed back to tell you what was going on," John told her. " I heard Derek over the phone when he was talking with some lady called Victoria and how they plotted to have you kidnapped so that she can have the Duke all to herself." She gives Derek some kidnapping work and murder contracts. " There was this time we assassinated the Duchess some years back. She had come to give the contract to Derek telling him she needs the job done as soon as possible," explained John. Ava screamed and John quickly covered her mouth. "you want to kill us both?" he said looking at her. " If you don't have the stomach for this then i
Reunion Victoria was scared as she approached the traffic wardens. "Greetings officers." Victoria greets them. They nodded and moved close to her car. " Hello, Miss Harrington. How are you today?" said one of the officers smiling. " It's going on well thank you," Victoria replied to them.Just as they were about to let her go one of them saw Derek at the back of the car and asked Victoria who the person was. "please madam, who is that at the back of the car?" asked the warden."It's my uncle. He was cold. So, I need to take him to the clinic for treatment." Victoria replied to the officer." Get well soon sir." the officer said while Derek nodded at the back seat of the car. Vitoria was allowed to pass. She sped off like some maniac who was coming from a heist. As they approached the old rickety house Victoria sighed and was at peace.She brought Derek out of the car and get both headed toward the house. Derek groaned, showing a sign of pain "Sorry." Victoria said, trying to be more