Jordan's P.O.V.I prepare to open the door to get our food and trip over the edge of the table causing one of my statues to fall to the ground. I curse under my breath and open the door just as the lights go out. After getting the food I look out the window and realize the city is having a blackout. After setting the food on the table, I run to Dakota's room. After everything that's happened, I can only imagine what they must be thinking. When I reach them, they both look at me in relief. "What was that loud bang, and why are the lights out?" Anushka asks as I wrap my arms around them. "The bang was me being clumsy and knocking over a small statue. The lights are out because the city is having a blackout. Don't worry, we're safe here," I tell them, kissing each of their foreheads. We leave Dakota's room, and I turn on the fireplace so we have some light. "I was thinking about Cora. How did she get all the way up here without anyone stopping her, and why was she waiting as if she
Cora’s P.O.V. I can’t believe that asshole has the nerve to let some bitch and her brat daughter move in with him. He’s supposed to be still hurting from losing me. I will not let this stand. When I get outside Jordan's building I get into the backseat of the car waiting for me and glare at the man sitting next to me. He got me past the security and up to Jordan's penthouse. “You didn’t tell me he had a bitch with him. How am I supposed to make him take me back and take care of this brat in my stomach when he’s clearly moved on?” I yell as the driver pulls into traffic. “I knew he met a woman on the island and that he was coming back early, but I didn't know he had asked her to move in with him. That’s pretty fast for Jordan. You were with him for a long time and he never asked you to move in with him.” The asshole says. “I know that. It would have been hard for me to have my other lovers if I moved in with h
Jordan’s P.O.V. I wake up to the sun rising over the city and Anushka in my arms. I can’t think of anything better. One thing I have learned in the couple of days I’ve been with her and Dakota is that the little one likes to wake up super early. I gently move Anushka and put my pillow against her longways so hopefully she’ll continue to sleep for a while. After taking a quick shower, I throw on a pair of athletic shorts and a T-shirt. As I’m stepping out into the hall, I hear little footsteps coming my way. Dakota comes around the corner two seconds later. I hold my finger over my lips so she’ll be quiet. She nods and reaches for me to pick her up. I carry her into the kitchen and sit her on the counter. “What do you say we order breakfast and serve your mommy breakfast in bed?” Dakota claps her little hands. “Yes, that will make Mommy happy. That mean lady isn’t coming back, is she?” She asks, looking down
Jordan’s P.O.V. I can’t believe it. How is Gregory my half-brother, and how did I not know? I feel like I can’t breathe as my chest tightens up. Anushka takes my face in her hands and has me look at her. “Jordan, take deep breaths and focus on me. We will figure this out. I need you to stay strong.” Just looking into her eyes calms the panic attack I felt coming. I hadn’t had one in years. I wrap my arms around her and cry against her shoulder. Gregory killed my mom, took pictures of it, and he’s my brother. Once I’m a little calmer, I turn to Raymond. “How is he, my half-brother?” Raymond sighs and pulls out another piece of paper. “From what I found, I believe his mom and your dad dated briefly. They broke up right before he met your mom. I don't think he knew about Gregory’s mom being pregnant, so he probably didn’t know he had another son. She put the father on the birth certificate as unknown. I’m sorry J
Anushka’s P.O.V. From where I sit I can’t see who’s at the door but I know it’s not who we were expecting based on Jordan’s demeanor. “Go to your room and hide under the bed. Call 911.” I whisper to Dakota while handing her my phone. She hesitates but then does what I say. We have talked about 911 many times just in case something happened. “What are you doing?” Jordan asks. “I’m getting rid of you. Who do you think you are playing house with my wife and daughter?” Harrison? Is he serious? I walk over to the door and see him with the gun. His hand is shaking as he keeps it pointed at Jordan. “What the hell are you doing here? You were paid to be my husband. We’re not a family. Dakota will never know who you are.” I say through clenched teeth. “Well, things have changed. You ruined my life by sending me to prison. Do you really think I’m going to let you get away with th
Gregory's P.O.V. I know Raymond has to have something by now. The blackout may have slowed him down, but it's been back on since early morning. I pick up my phone and click on his name. "Hello?" Raymond answers. "Do you have any information on the woman with Jordan?" I ignore all pleasantries. I don't have time for that when I need answers. "I was just getting ready to call you. The woman's name is Anushka Wilkins. She's the daughter of Stewart Wilkins and had taken over his business about five years ago." I sit back in my chair. I know Stewart. He's a snake. Maybe it's time I taunt the snake and have him help me get rid of Jordan as well as his daughter. "Thanks. Again, keep this between us. I'll tell Jordan myself." I disconnect the call and look up Stewart's phone number. He has fallen from grace I bet if I wave a little cash his way he'll do what I want. "Hello?" Stewart answers. "Hi, Stewart. This is Gregory Coy. It has come to my attention that we may have similar int
Jordan’s P.O.V. When I return to the penthouse I don’t waste any time. While Anushka helps Dakota repack her things so the room can be ready for Bill in the morning, I call Raymond. “Hello?” He answers. “It’s Jordan. I need you to look into a few things for me. First I want to know who the new security company is for the building I live in. They are telling me that they don't have the manpower to stop people from entering the building who shouldn't be here. The security aspect is one of the main reasons I chose this building. I also want you to look into Cora and Gregory and what their relationship is. Dakota saw Gregory sitting outside in a car at the same time Cora was waiting for me when we got home. He knew I was coming back early, so that could be how she knew. I'm going to get the security team I use to send men to secure the penthouse. I’m done playing around with all of these people coming after us.” I tell him.
Anushka’s P.O.V. While we’re looking at the room Dakota picked out for our future baby, the power suddenly goes off. She runs out of the room while Jordan, and I look outside. It’s not another blackout because we can see the stoplights are still working. It looks like it's either just this building or the penthouse. “I just approved the six security men. Three of them are on their way.” Jordan says as we walk out of the room. “Good, I’ll feel better having more security for now,” I tell him. “Let me go, you big ugly bad guy,” Dakota screams. Jordan and I run to the living room, and my heart drops. There’s a large man with thick black hair and an evil smile holding a struggling Dakota. In his other hand, he's holding a gun. “Who are you? Let my daughter go.” I scream at him. He raises the gun when we take a step toward them. “Don’t worry she’s not the one I want. I want you