Five Lost Angels: My Husband's Fatal Deception novel Chapter 169

Our repeated assurances subsided the tension in the air, ending the meeting on a good note. I didn’t take any break and began the research.

According to the report, Leo was our prime player in this season, his contract with our company gave us a kick-start. However, he fell sick, withdrawing from the tournament; his absence left a great impact on us. As my company was solely relying on his fame and power, it was nothing but trash after him. There was no need to do business with such a failure.

The burning inferno of fury burned me inside out as I cursed that culprit, his rubbish had destabilized the market.

Henry stranded all his duties and came to permanently stay in my Villa, working with me 24/7. Our first priority was to regain our investors’ credence.

We followed the basic rules step by step, communicating with financers through transparency, our aim for accountability impressed them. Then the policy coordination for the credibility, financial reconstructions, and their investment protection were the main agendas of our next few meetings. I tried every single method to protect our mutual interests.

Our staff thoroughly concentrated on content distribution to stay conspicuous, countering every false propaganda with facts and logics. The efforts to maintain a positive image also engaged the netizens on social media.

Henry ordered his assistant to monitor the market sentiment, allowing us to address the root of the issue, it rectified the falsification to some extent. We spent most of the time pondering over innovative ways to deal with meddlers. But a new issue rose because of it.

As we had made work our prime concern, my kids were getting neglected. Jane and Zoe sensed our worries and brought a tray of some snacks to my study room in the evening.

“Mommy, you haven’t eaten anything since morning.”

Zoe’s worried voice melted my heart into a puddle as he tiptoed to hand me the tray. My over-sensitive girl was in tears while complaining.

“Mommy, uncle, you don’t even share the meal with us. We feel so lonely.”

Their pitiful condition made me realize about my blunders; I hurriedly stretched my arms to hug them.

“I am so sorry, my little angels!”

Circling their arms around my neck, Jane and Zoe kissed my cheeks, their complaints were endless.

“Mommy, you don’t tell us bedtime stories.

Mommy, you don’t help us with our homework.

Why don’t you cook us for anymore, mommy? We haven’t eaten good food for ages.”

And so on….

Within a week, my kids grew tired of waiting for me, Zoe spoke sadly.

“I told you, Jane. You will spend the same life as me here.

In dad’s Villa, nanny took care of my every need, and here, Mrs. Doris looked after us. We will be lonely and miserable!”

My little angels’ heartbreak engulfed me in the darkness of embarrassment, I was ashamed because of disregarding my duties as a mother. Apologizing sincerely, I requested them for a chance.

“Please forgive me, my kids. I was busy with office work. Can you please stop thinking bad?

It won’t happen in my life that you will suffer in silence.”

This break from my tough routine gave me an opportunity to notice my brother’s worn-out condition, his swollen red eyes were the result of his tiring exertion. So, after snacks, I asked him.

“Brother, though we aren’t able to solve this matter yet, it seems that if it goes on like this, you will get sick for sure.

Please leave all the tasks and take some rest. Your health is more important than anything else.”

As rivalries were a norm in every business, I lectured him on the significance of self-care. Henry apologized to me sincerely.

“I apologize for my incompetence, Laura. I should have known better. It’s a shame that I am of no help.”

Closing the work laptop, he sighed, shaking his head.

“I will go home and contact my friends for further assistance. Hopefully, it will be resolved soon.”

Blinking rapidly, I pushed back my tears, acting all cool in front of my kids. Bright’s imaginary story was a lifeline for them. They bought my poppycock easily.

“I am so glad that daddy is fine.” Jane held my hand and spoke cheerfully.

“Next time, when you talk to daddy, give him our message that we miss him badly. We don’t need anything, but you. You are the best daddy in this world.”

I felt so bad for lying to my little angels, but their glee lessened my guilt. Feeling better, I resumed our bedtime routine and tucked them to their beds.

After putting my kids to sleep, the severity of my life’s crisis hit me hard in the quietness of my Villa. I could hear my heart thundering against my rib cage. As I walked towards my room, several memories scattered in every corner of our home enveloped my quivering figure with their warmth. I saw Bright, smiling by the door frame.

“Fancy a cup of coffee, Laura? Let’s talk about our day together.”

The sight of our special spot to enjoy coffee after a long day brought tears to my eyes, we were used to talking for hours while sitting there. Bright wasn’t a flashy person; no lavish dates or expensive dresses could match the purity of his simplicity. Despite having a strong financial and political background, he was a down to earth human. He had won my heart by his considerate gestures of affection.

All thanks to my bad luck, sleep was miles away from my eyes, tormenting me with the golden memories of the past. My tragic love life didn’t let me rest for a second.

Like, why?

Why had I faced this fate despite being extra careful, hanging in the middle of nowhere?

Deep in my thoughts, I experienced a massive jump scare when a sudden disturbance outside echoed panicked voices in the surroundings, perking up my ears. I couldn’t believe my hearing ability as Mrs. Doris spoke sternly.

“Don’t let that cheater come in. He is Miss Sienna’s fiancé now!”

Miss Sienna’s fiancé?

Holy crap!

Bright?