CHAPTER 56

Mark's POV
"Who the hell does he think he is to threaten me over my own company?"
"Calm down buddy! I'm sure he was only feeling frustrated due to the rejection. I'm sure he means no harm."
"We can't say but I mustn't see him in my company ever again."
"I'll make sure of it. You need to calm down." He uttered as we trooped inside my office to meet Rosy having lunch.
"What's wrong, bother?" She asked.
"It's nothing serious sis. Don't worry over nothing." I smiled.
“Really? Baby, what happened at the meeting?” She asked Alex who I signalled not to say a word about it.
“Like your brother said, it's nothing serious.” He responded with a smile.
“Are you both sure about that because your faces show a little bit of anger?”
“We’re sure, love. Mark and I were only having a little discussion which resulted in a little argument but it all settled. You don’t have to worry about anything.” He lied.
“Okay. Why don’t you guys join me to have lunch?”
“I’m okay sis. You can enjoy your meal without me.”
“What about you baby?”
“Why would I reject my woman's invitation?” He laughed and joined her on the sofa while I walked over to my desk watching how they both were acting.
There’s no way I will let any harm come over her. I will always protect her at all cost even if it means fighting to my last breath, I will do it for her.
After a while, I focus on working on my laptop to finish up most of the contract deals.
***
I rounded up all the work so as not to delay the shopping for Rosy and Alex’s engagement outfit which we should have done much earlier but didn’t get the chance.
“I’m all set. Shall we proceed?” I urged them as I picked up my suit and laptop bag and made out of the office as they trail behind entangled in each other arms.
“There’s no time for romancing each other or I might just change the schedule for the shopping.” I yelled to them as I made it to the elevator.
“You can’t do that to us buddy.”
“Then you guys should stop acting lovey dovey." I burst out regretting my words as they both laughed.
"I really understand you now brother. You do need a woman in your life." Rosy said between laughter.
Casabella’s POV
Andrew was more than pissed off when he came back from the company and met his darling wife and daughter in pain and vowed to see I leave the house once he wins the court trial.
I also have informed my lawyer who assured me I shouldn’t worry about anything. I will take care of everything as he has handled many cases like mine.
I was checking out the pictures of the real Madison on her laptop when I saw a picture of Mr and Mrs Williams with her.
She was seated on a chair while both Mr and Mrs Williams stood beside her as the picture reveals so much happiness in their faces. I really need to find out how she’s related to them. Perhaps she is their daughter or even an orphan who was raised by them.
Not quite long, a short knock came across the door making me take my eyes off the picture.
“Yes, come in.” I granted the person access as my uncle walked in.
“How may I help you?” I questioned him in annoyance.
“I came to inform you the court trial is in one week time which means you are going to be out of our lives and I hope you don’t ever show your face to us after losing the trial.”
“You’re really one hell of a cunning man. You don’t have to worry about me, instead you should be worrying about yourself and your family because I won’t spare you guys no matter what.”
“What is really your relation with Casabella? I have a feeling you are not just her friend but someone else.”
“That’s right. I’m someone special to her and I’d made a vow to reclaim her wealth from you which I have got to fulfil by all means.”
“I hope to see you try. And one more thing, stay away from my wife and daughter.”
“Then tell them to never interfere in my affairs no matter what or I will make their lives miserable."
“I will caution them but make sure you do the same to yourself." He added and walked out of the room.
Such an evil man who isn’t ashamed to still claim he is the rightful owner of my possession. I will make sure to see your downfall and that I must fulfil no matter what you are.
EVENING
Mark’s POV
After having dinner I called Leo over to my study room to hear the information he got during his journey away.
"Come in." I granted him entrance when I heard his voice.
"King, good evening."
"Take a seat, Leo. I hope the information you have is very vital."
"It's totally vital." He assured me.
"Then let's hear it."
"The devil's eye is disguised as a businessman and he's currently here in London."
"I'm aware he is here in London but not as a business man. How am I supposed to know who he is?"
"We will find him soon enough as we are already making progress unfolding his identity."
"I don't have that much patience again. I'll have to contact my mafia friends all around the world and I must stop at nothing until the son of a bitch is found."
"Alright King. When should I arrange for the meeting?"
"I will let you know when I am prepared."
"No problem."
"Any news about her?"
"Yes but it's a little confusing as one of my spies reported."
"In what way?"
"He said she left the house on that night with her lover."
"But she doesn't look like someone who had a lover when I saw her?"
"That was my point but I'll do the research myself."
"You have to do so." I started and dismissed him.
There's no way she will run away with a lover. She doesn't look like someone who was interested with any man or could it be that same man her uncle was trying to force her to get married to?
No! It can't be. She's only mine and my Heartthrob only and no one's else. I'm more than determined to find her because she's my soulmate and my perfect match made from heaven.
ONE WEEK LATER
Casabella's POV
Today is the first day of the court trial that will determine who stands as the rightful owner of the property.
Lora was confident she will be the one to throw me out of the house when they win the court trial and make sure to teach me a lesson never to show myself to them again which I am more than ready to see her try when I win the case.
"Are you ready Miss Madison? The lawyer is here." Norman said from the door as I was putting on makeup on my face.
"I'm almost done. I'll be right there with you guys in less than ten minutes."
"Okay Miss Madison." I responded and walked away as I continued with my makeup.
After the makeup, I took out the long peach dress Mrs Williams got for me when they came over with the lawyer.
The dress was so beautiful and dashing with even lines neatly sewed at the edge of the dress and silver earrings with a black stilettos heel.
I dressed up in the dress looking like a princess as the makeup blended perfectly with the dress. I must say I love this look because it reminds me of how beautiful I always look. I was really pretty with my real looks but this looks is more to me.
I took my phone and took one picture of myself before putting on the earrings and the stilettos heel.
Checking my reflection once more, I grab my black satchel bag and phone before leaving the room.
I reached the living room and met my uncle and his concubines with their lawyer having a discussion.
"She's dressed like a queen thinking the court will favour her." Lora uttered to my hearing.
"That's because I'm a queen and as for the trial, I don't have an answer for you because deep down you know who will win." I answered as I wore my sunglasses, making me rock the more.
"We shall see about that."
"Of course, I'm more than ready to see your lives crumble before my eyes."
"That's enough honey. You don't have to drag words with her."
"I'm not, sweetheart but her presence disgust me."
"While your own existence makes me hate women like you."
"And one more thing, see you guys in court." I added and trooped out of the mansion.