Elizabeth Taylor
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73 Revelation II “Six weeks or less?” These shocking revelations kept reverberating in Leon’s drumming heart. He tried to gasp for air as he felt breathless. He let go of his father’s trembling hands and stood up. Clutching his chest which was about to explode, he took unsteady steps to the window. Unable to take the turmoil anymore, he started punching the wall causing his knuckles to bruise. Rex quickly dashed toward Leon and arrested his vibrating body in his arms, to prevent him from…-
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72 Watching A god Cry Marissa had been downcast ever since the day she left Leon’s Villa. Leon’s harsh words had broken her heart into a million pieces and she blamed Ella for all this. She had never seen her precious son exhibit such a level of rage in her entire existence. It was as though she had become an impediment he badly wanted to shed off. Even at some point, when he had moved closer to her and kissed her forehead before uttering those hateful words, she feared that Leon wanted to badly…
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71 Maggie’s Decision Springchad was a home of peace, warmth, and happiness. The serene rolling hills, the green mountain, and the sweet fragrance of the countryside coax one’s inner energy to flow in ways that weave the soul into the land. However, in contrast to the above beauty, Maggie Porter sat on a swing chair by her porch looking gloomy. Her days flowed by with bitterness and regret. She stared at the happy yellow warbler songbird tweeting melodiously on an orange maple tree close by. She…
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70 Aching Heart Leon’s whole body suddenly turned stiff. It felt as though a thousand grenades had been dropped on his head and each one exploded consecutively. His heart pounded and his pulse quickened. A strange voice started screaming inside of him but he couldn’t tell if it was his spirit man weeping. “Nana! What did you just say?” Leon’s voice started trembling as tears accumulated in his eyes. Nana Esther pulled Leon into her arms like a child and started soothing him. “You must…
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69 Revelation Ella didn’t respond to the answer question immediately as she desperately itched for more of him. Their intimate regions were still locked in one another but Leon’s anxiety and jealousy got the better part of him. Holding her waist firmly on his to prevent her from pulling out, he questioned her gently. “Am I hurting you? Is there someone from your past life that you need to tell me about? Who is Williams?” Leon softly quizzed her amidst passionate kisses and kneading of her…
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68 Waterfall Leon stood on a spot admiring Ella’s disappearing frame. His mind drifted momentarily to the first time Ella visited his country home garden. Her fascination was like that of Alice in Wonderland. Her love for nature was contagious. He was tempted to go after her but on a second thought, he changed his mind. When Ella was completely out of sight, he turned his attention to the entrance of the bungalow. All this while, he had been so lost in his peaceful thoughts that he hadn’t…
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67 Islafub Leon was thrilled by Ella’s excitement. He had a strong admiration for ladies who knew how to handle their weapons. The mere thought of Ella holding or using a gun aroused deep desires in him. He cupped her beaming face and showered it with kisses. Leon further spoke to her in a serious tone, about the need to be self-conscious. He warned that she must never go anywhere without her three new bodyguards. Also, he advised Ella to never be seen around or go near F&K fashion home. He…
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66 A Deadly Decision Leon was still speaking with Sky, on their way to one of his warehouses, when he got a call from Rex. His expression darkened as bitter thoughts clouded his mind. “Hello, Dad,” Leon tried to speak calmly which was in contrast to his piqued facial expression. “I hope everything is okay at Carlpole?” “Everything is fine, son,” Rex spoke curtly. He wasn’t the type to beat around the bush. Neither was he the type to make lengthy calls. From Rex’s tone, Leon…
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65 Detective Bruce Albert paced up and down in his sturdy making call after call. His face was blazing red and his voice was deep and hoarse. Earlier, when he arrived home with Chloe by his side, he was so riled up that he boomed at the slightest mistake from anyone. His wife, Anna Robinson, was careful not to say or do anything that would worsen his situation. He handed Chloe to her and blamed her for Chloe’s insanity but she said nothing. After raving on and on like a lunatic, blaming both mother…
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64 Bronx City Chloe was forced outside the hall by two hefty-looking bodyguards. When they got to the entrance of the hotel, she was thrown out like a thieving commoner. “Stay away from this event, otherwise you will get hurt.” One of the security bodyguards warned. He was about to walk away when a blinding punch landed on his face. “What the f**k...” Another attacker jumped on him and started brandishing his face with bloodthirsty blows. “Finish him off! Albert boomed fiercely, as his…
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