Leaving Today 10

Chapter 10  Olivia gave a slight nod in acknowledgment.  “Ms. Summers, my apologies for what you’ve endured,” Beau said gravely before turning a sharp glare on Elena. “Ms. Summers is my honored guest. Insulting her is an insult to me.”  The crowd erupted in murmurs, shocked that Olivia could command such high–level connections.  Elena’s face … Read more

Leaving Today 9

Chapter 9  Elena saw her opening and pounced, “What are you doing here?” she snarled, advancing like a predator. “Trying to crawl back to Simon? Get out before I have security throw you out.”  Her hand lashed out, only to be caught mid–swing. Olivia’s grip looked effortless, but the way Elena suddenly shrieked and crumpled … Read more

Leaving Today 8

Chapter 8  Olivia was just about to open her free clinic when her phone buzzed relentlessly, one notification after another flooding in.  [Boss, are we seriously backing out of the Shea family deal? That’s millions down the drain!]  [Hey, you didn’t come today? Everything’s set up for you.]  [Got a lead on that intel you … Read more

Leaving Today 7

Chapter 7  William, oblivious to the danger in her expression, sneered. “You’re no longer part of this family. If you don’t back off now, I’ll call the police and have you arrested.”  “Hey!” A voice cut in. Stanley skidded to a stop on his bike, glaring at William. “Who the hell do you think you … Read more

Leaving Today 6

Chapter 6  D  “Keep your money for your husband, Mrs. Sherman,” Olivia said, her voice icy. “He’ll need it for those mistresses of his. I hear they don’t come cheap.  “You-” Margaret choked on her rage. William’s fists clenched so tight his knuckles turned white. If not for the crowd, he would’ve strangled her right … Read more

Leaving Today 5

Chapter 5  “Shut up.” Jenny snapped. “Olivia saved me because she’s kind. If you idiots hadn’t lost me in the first place, I wouldn’t have passed out on the street. Without her, I’d be dead thanks to that quack doctor. Just you wait-  “Jenny.” Andrew’s voice cut through, low and icy. “Ethan’s doing his job. … Read more

Leaving Today 4

Chapter 4  0  As the crowd dispersed, Olivia noticed the little girl she’d saved standing quietly to the side, watching her with wide eyes. She wasn’t crying or fussing. Instead, she just observed, sweet as a button.  Olivia crouched down to her level and gently ruffled her hair. “You feeling alright?”  The girl shook her … Read more

Leaving Today 3

Chapter 3  0  D  11  Natalie’s face twisted. “You’re the one wasting time with your fake medicine. Move. I’m doing CPR.”  Olivia shot her a glare. “She passed out from low blood pressure, and CPR’s your only move?” Her voice was razor–sharp. “Quack.”  Natalie’s face burned. She’d just returned from an international medical conference with … Read more

Leaving Today 2

Chapter 2  0  The room’s main screen shifted instantly to holographic mode, projecting the Shea family’s extensive dossier. Their lineage stretched back five centuries, with ancestors serving as royal advisors, effectively ruling from the shadows.  Current intel showed they’d summoned top physicians to Hillarica’s Orion Tower, screening them to treat family patriarch Andrew Shea. His … Read more

Leaving Today 1

Chapter 1  O  5  The blizzard had raged for three days, burying Hillarica under a suffocating blanket of snow. The Sherman residence loomed like a frozen fortress. And there, on the icy driveway, the butler tossed Olivia’s suitcase out.  “Ms. Summers, Mr. Sherman’s orders: you’re leaving today. The Sherman family was kind enough to take … Read more