Meanwhile, in the Vester’s mansion days later, the Vesters were all preparing to leave for Betro island for family hunting week. “I think we can leave now. Everyone’s luggage has been packed… except you Janae,” Sir Vester said, turning to her.“Uhm, Joe has taken them to the car already,” she replied. “Though I won’t be leaving with y’all. I’m gonna wait for Richard… we’ll meet y'all there.”Sir Vester glanced at his wristwatch and nodded. “Alright, I’m sure he’ll be here soon. Let’s move then, since everyone is ready–“Just as sir Vester was about to move, Collin burst into the living room. “Guys! Let’s start moving already. Who’s keeping us waiting?”“Everyone is ready, but mom is still upstairs,” Daniel replied. “Let me get her.”Collin kissed his teeth. “Women and wasting time…” He heaved a small sigh of relief. “Well it’s great our family hunting is around the same time as this annoying ass scandal…”“How can everyone be insulting me everywhere because of something I have no clu

Their eyes widened in surprise, as they sized Richard from head to toe again.The man scoffed, stepping closer. “You’re joking, right? Do you know what it took for us to even get an exclusive card? And now, instead of the actual miracle doctor, some boy shows up?” Richard remained calm, his grip tightening slightly on his kit. He had heard this all before, so he wasn’t surprised or upset. It was expected.The lady’s voice cracked as she spoke. “Our Elsie is dying. Dying. And you expect us to just hand her over to you? Her swollen eyes darted to her father. “Dad, maybe we should call again. Maybe the real miracle doctor will pick up this time.” “Even the top doctors we’ve managed to get to check her have not been able to make progress… no, no, you’re too young. You can’t be him.”Richard inhaled deeply, nodding to himself. The same statement everywhere. Top doctors this, top doctors that… he thought. Still, he didn’t let it get to him. Keeping his tone steady, he said, “I under

Alan laughed. “Aw cute. You’re still so cute. You used to love me so much when you were little,” he tucked her hair gently behind her ear. “But unfortunately, you hate me now.”“Your grandpa and I used to be the best of friends.” He looked up and sighed. “Ohhh, that bastard was my best buddy…” he smiled, returning his gaze to Janae. “But guess what?… he doesn’t like to share. Why?”Janae eyed him with intense disdain. “Uncle Alan… Alan, you’re the most selfish man I’ve ever met in my entire life. You make me feel sick in my guts! You’re evil!”“Despite how much you stabbed my grandpa in the back, he still let you in multiple times… just for you to betray him heavily?”“You don’t deserve to still be breathing,” she spat.He sighed as if he was sad. “Baby Janae wants me dead? Aw that makes me sad, baby. Why not make uncle Alan happy today?”His eyes found her lips and he smiled, seductively biting his lower lips. In the same moment, his hand found his zip. “Don’t you dare!”***Meanw

In a few minutes, Richard arrived at Alan Vok’s house. He had sped through the streets with his heart pounding against his chest. He immediately flew out, his breath ragged and his nose twitching from the conc smell of gunpowder and the metallic scent of blood. War had broken out in front of Alan’s house as Dario’s burly men and Alan’s men fought hard against each other. Gunshots and the sounds of bones being cracked filled the air as well. By now, all Alan’s men had almost completely passed out. And Richard couldn’t be more impressed with his boy, Dario.Without hesitation, Richard fought his way to the entrance of the building. He knocked out everyone who came his way with just one mighty punch, and without mercy. Dario’s peripheral vision caught Richard. He also then fought his way to Richard, following behind him. When Richard entered the building, he didn’t need anyone to show him the way to the room Janae was in. The bodyguards stationed from the front door to the room’s en

They kissed. The kiss was soft at first. It was hesitant. But the moment Richard responded, it deepened, gentle yet filled with emotion. His hand slid to the back of her neck, holding her as if she were something fragile, while hers held his shirt lightly, They both didn’t realize themselves until they were a few minutes in. And the moment they realized, they broke the kiss, their eyes widening.Richard swallowed, and cleared his throat. “I apologize, Ms Janae…”Janae shook her head slowly and was about to tell him he didn’t have to apologize. But before she could speak, Richard interrupted. “I should go,” he said, pointing to the driver's side of the car. Without waiting for her response, he walked over to his seat. Janae also got in. The drive to the island was awkward and silent. Janae didn’t stop stealing glances at Richard the entire drive either. While Richard fixed his eyes on the road throughout the entire drive. She bit her lips lightly and sighed. “You don’t have to