The Devil's Love For The Heiress by LiLhyz

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waking News The trenchpen han heen temporarily put on hold The Association of Tvants Professionals announced that they have finally named the mastermind of the sport’s match fixing syndicate that a rom the North American were apprehendeel, and it was determined connected with the biggest prime mover of the game gambling, wheme, France‘s

The Honnel Gang.” The INC Media reported during their afternoon news update, ” tails of how they were able to pin down the mastermind have yet to be revealed, but all we know is that somehow, Carlos Ronaldo, The Devil in court, was in on this According to the authorities, Carlos Ronalilo and Alexander Jonkin have alded in pointing the ‘Tennis Association in the right direction, leading to the official arrest of the yang leader, Hugo

From CSK Apparel, Kate and some employees at the company were watching the news from the pantry. She was happy knowing that everything had finally come to light. However, she was worried sick about Carlos While her father confirmed how he was safe, Kate could not help but feel anxious, especially since it had already been three weeks since they last spoke.

Kate waited for the newscaster to give info about Carlos, but the added information was only given towards the end of the news report,

“This is just in from the French Police. It would seem like Carlos Ronaldo and Alexander Jenkins were wounded while trying to flee from the Bonnet Gang’s pursuit. They are said to be admitted to the most secured hospital in Paris, Saint John Hospital.”

“Sadly, no one is allowed to see our famous tennis superstar, but according to authorities, The Devil is recuperating well.” ‘Wait, but dad’s informant said Carlos was fine. What’s going on?’ Kate asked in her head, her chest congesting at the thought of Carlos being hurt.

Her co-workers at the company also expressed their concerns.

“Oh, my god. What happened to Mister Ronaldo and Mister Jenkins?”

“I hope they are doing fine.”

“I read about the chase that went on. There was a crossfire between the police and the gang members.”

“In the open?”

“Yes, in the open. That was probably how they got hurt!”

Kate hated it. She hated being continents away and not seeing Carlos. ‘What if he was badly wounded? What if no one was attending to him as a real family would?’ It did not help that the following report on TV aired Hailey Mckenzie crying and claiming to fly to Paris. Hailey suggested how she meant to care for Carlos. Kate thought, ‘What right does she have to care for Carlos?’

on Kate’s face. The thought of Hailey holding Carlos’ hand while he

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boil. When she returned to her office, she called their usual family travel arranger. On the phone, she said, “I need a fight

update you in an hour,” the

has been arrested. It’s probably safe for me to see him, right?”

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AM at the old

she had worked on Monday, she only packed a few sets of clothes. All she wanted was to see Carlos well. Then,

too. She did not want to alert her father, knowing Ethan Wright would

to wait a few seconds before her eyes adjusted to the dark. When she could see the clear path to the

more evident to her, and just when she was optimistic about being able to leave without alerting her parents,

Wright, narrowing his eyes at her. “Can you explain to me what you are doing, going out at dawn?” “Um.” Kate pursed her lips. Her heart raced, knowing that she got caught. “I was

for you to go to Paris,” Ethan reminded. “What? Do you think I would not

I am really worried -” ‘Kate, it’s fake news,” Ethan revealed. “I told you then, and I will tell you again. Carlos is safe. The news is meant to mislead any remaining gang members that may have escaped during the arrest or

they had set up,”Ethan

realized how that made sense, too. She clarified,” Dad, are you – are you certain?” “Of course, sweetheart,” Ethan replied. “Come here.” When Kate sat next to Ethan, he embraced her from the side, saying, “I promise you, Carlos is

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a good job keeping Carlos and Alexander Jenkins safe. It was a full-proof operation,

of relief escaped Kate’s lips. She said, “Thank goodness… J – I wish I could tell him how

as soon as he hinted, Kate’s eyes widened

what are you saying, dad?”

Ethan’s face. He said, “I’m saying you need to return to your room. Get some sleep, and by the time Carlos returns,

“Go

back? Tomorrow? In a few days? A week?” Kate asked,

returns to the country, I will deliver him to you, my daughter,” Ethan said with a wink. “Now go back to your room and get some sleep.” Kate groaned. She pouted her lips as she walked back up to her room, carrying her luggage