Chapter One “What the fuck is still keeping you in the kitchen, you wretched bitch?!” A deep voice growled from the dining room, causing the man in the kitchen to tremble in fear. It was Leonard Parker, James’ father-in-law. “I'm almost done, sir. I'll be there in a few minutes.” James Thomas’ heart skipped and raced heavily while responding politely. Leonard was a physically strong man who always beat him up constantly, not because he had no strength, but because he showed him respect as his elder and, most especially, his father-in-law. “You better be fast with whatever you're doing, fool!” Leonard barked, settling comfortably on the chair in the dining area. He then sighed exasperatedly, letting his angry face slowly shift to that of concern. “Olivia?” He called out to his daughter, James’ wife, calmly. “How's the company going? Getting better?” He asked. Olivia let out a frustrating sigh and reluctantly nodded her head, “Yes, it's moving fine. I'm just putting in my

Chapter 3 Evelyn sighed, looking at him, sincerely worried, “I overheard your discussion with Olivia. I'm just worried, this marriage might not last much longer. ” She said, blinking her eyes. James was silent, his face calm yet unyielding, “I understand your point, Mother, but it will.” He replied, shaking his head. “I love Olivia and deep down, I know she loves me too.” He said, firmly. Evelyn let out a relieved breath and reluctantly said, “Hmm…I pray so…” And walked away. As Evelyn walked away, James stood in silence for a moment, letting Evelyn's words linger. Then he remembered Olivia's car and, with a deep sigh, he headed back outside to wash the car, his mind already turning to the day ahead. Ten minutes later, he had finished washing the car, and he went to his room to take his bath. Entering the room, he shut the door behind him and headed to the bathroom after pulling off his clothes. Soon, he was out with a thick white towel wrapped around his waist, feeling re

Chapter 5 The bodyguards instantly halted, obeying the last command of their boss. They all turned simultaneously, looking at their boss with confused gazes. Hearing that also, James paused, his shaking legs trying to get steady. He let out a deep and safe breath, trying to calm his already racing heart, but he wasn't able to control it. It was still pondering too fast in fear. The onlookers’ expressions also changed from that of pity to that of surprise. Their expectations were twisted. Meanwhile, as everyone wore surprised expressions, the old man moved forward with grace. Each of his steps is screaming wealth. The aura instantly changed as a result of his expensive perfume spraying all over his body. He was wearing a branded, quality brown suit with a golden Rolex rotating on his wrist. James watched as the old man approached him, his body shivering heavily, feeling uncomfortable. Getting to James, the old man pulled off his dark sunglasses, staring intensely into Jam

Chapter 7 James’s mind continued to race with different thoughts as he headed back home, trudging on the lit streets, bustling with activities. His mind was swirling with endless questions he couldn't answer. “He's my father. I was the one in his locket, but how is he that rich?” He mumbled, his shocked eyes rolling around. Disbelief crossed his mind, and his chest tightened. “And since he is, why don't I forgive him and take over everything as the heir? Shouldn't I be happy that I finally found my father after so many years? Why don't I go back to him rather than going to that annoying house to get insulted?” He asked himself, torn between what decision to take. If he goes back to his father, his life will change for the better, and if he heads back home, he'll continue to face humiliation from everyone. And he was tired of that. Shaking his head, he decided, “I won't go back to him. If he claims to still love me, he'll definitely come for me as his son.” James said, walkin

Chapter 9 Breaking the next day, James had already prepared breakfast for the family, and he was also dressed up with a file in his hand as he went downstairs, pretending to go for another job hunt. Grandma Aurora, on seeing him, stepping down, shot him a cold, dead gaze, “Where's he going again today?” She frowned, and everyone who hadn't noticed James’ presence turned to look at him. “Hehe, probably going out to disgrace himself again.” Amelia and Caleb said in unison, laughing mockingly. “And is that not the same clothes he put on yesterday? Why is he putting them on again today?” Leonard chided in, clearly annoyed and honestly sick of James’ presence in the house. James heard their taunting words, but it was all meaningless to him at that point. Because his coming back to the house was going to be a huge shock to everyone. “Good morning, everyone,” he said with a wide smile, “I'm going out, and the breakfast is already prepared. I'll be back in no time.” He announced