The Dark Truth

mmered beautifully and my hair was made in an elaborate style. The emerald necklace Dad had given me on my birthday laid on the crook of my neck and complimented my earring

e, both staring at me with pride in their eyes.

amed while engaging me in a one sided hug.

ew exactly what he wanted to say next. "Bellingham has been wanting to have a word with you since your birthday party last month. Now will be

ching of a successful partnership between Gregory Ltd and Bellingham Mills. They were both successful companies

Jerry appraised. Pharrell, my brother who was standing not to

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king his hand, he led me to the dance floor and we swirled with the rhythm of the mu

ad began as most of the guests chuckled. There was nothing humble abo

chieve even greater exploits. Ladies and gentlemen, let's raise a toast to the beginning of a wonderful union between Jared Gregory and his associates" Dad said looking at Jared with his glass of champagne raised, "and myself with my

d who was already surrounded by some agents but was intercepted by Jerry. Everywhere became chaotic. The guests were all trying to duck for cover. Darrell was being held from touching Dad as medics burst into our home. I pushed Jerry and struggled through the crowd that surrounded Dad and saw him in a pool o

egain myself. Fuelling myself with the need to know how Dad was doing, I hurriedly threw the towel on the floor and ran towards the stairs ignoring the maids who called after me. I was m

needed him because I enjoyed driving alone but for my s

vin replied as he

s been taken to. Please take me there t

l. I was still in my luxurious ball gown and I instantly regr

faster towards Dad's room and sighted Mum sitting still on a chair surrounded by Aunt Michelle and my brot

But there's no cause for alarm, we've got the word out and hopefully, blood will be availa

robably to get in touch with Dr Alvarez who'd been our family doctor before I was even born. He was out of the country for an important assignment and had recommended Dr Charles in his absence.Though we all tried to downplay the effect the doctor's words had on us, I kne

ards the elevator. A tear slipped down Mum's face. Aunt Michelle kept pacing about as she made numerous phone calls all the w

t's probably just a s

At least, let's see what Cara's test results will be here and Lina, for God's sake, stop crying. And you, let's just get this done and g

speaking. He knew they weren't empty threat

od to be taken. I was a in too much shock already and I hoped Dr. Charles