Chapter 148
Crash!
Out of nowhere, the courtyard door was kicked off its hinges! Mr. Stone, face like thunder, hobbled in on his cane, with Cheryl, sporting a bruised cheek, at his side, steadying him. Yafe followed, looking just as sour.
"Grandpa! Dad!"
Celena, jolted by the racket, dropped her papers and rushed to meet them.
However, Cheryl was on her like a storm, scattering Celena's papers to the wind before slapping her hard across the face. "I warned you! I won't let this slide! You had the nerve to hit me!"
Stunned by the blow, Celena's eyes brimmed with tears.
It was the second time today Cheryl slapped her.
front of her grandfather and father, no less. She couldn't fathom why the
even though she
Stone didn't bat an eye at the slap. He snorted with
stood off to the side, her hand pressed against her tear-streaked face. "He's gone out with Jovie," she said, her voice quivering with hurt. "Grandfather, please, take
while Cheryl slapped her and pretended nothing happened?—Celena fetched a chair for him. She couldn't forget that Mr. Stone's legs weren't what they used
a dismissive snort. "Save it. I'm not here to
heart pounded at his words. She stared at him, disbelief etched on her face. "However, Grandfather, wasn't it decided that the best plan would win the lead on the project? Didn't my proposal get the green
thought she misheard when her grandfather showed up unexpectedly, intent on stripping
that moment, she wanted to scream, to demand answers. Why was he so indifferent, so harsh with her? Wasn't
Mr. Stone's voice was laced with anger. "I still call the shots in the Stone family. Since when
tears fell freely. "I wouldn't dare," she murmured, her
was distant, her spirit crushed. She didn't even notice when Mr.
me! Anything you have, I'll take it from you. There's no place
"My Invincible Husband Has Returned" by Urban is a gripping urban novel that delves into the depths of family, sacrifice, and the consequences of past decisions.
In the heart-wrenching opening scene, we find ourselves in a hospital room where a young girl, Jovie, fights for her life amidst a sea of medical equipment. Her mother, Celena Stone, clings desperately to her daughter's hand, her anguish palpable as she tries to comfort her gravely injured child. Despite the agony etched on Celena's face, she holds onto hope, reassuring Jovie that her father will return if she holds on.
Celena's plea for help sets the stage for the dramatic entrance of Liam Cole, a decorated military figure and the godson of the prestigious Cole family. Just as Liam is about to be officially handed the reins of the Cole dynasty, he receives a life-altering call revealing the existence of his daughter, Jovie, and her dire condition.
The sudden revelation shatters Liam's composed exterior, plunging him into a whirlwind of emotions ranging from disbelief to profound regret. As he rushes to his daughter's side, abandoning his prestigious ceremony, Liam's inner turmoil becomes palpable, revealing a man torn between duty and the overwhelming desire to right past wrongs.
With each passing moment, the urgency of the situation mounts, driving Liam to push the limits in his quest to reach Jovie before it's too late. His determination to make amends for his past negligence fuels his every action, propelling him toward a confrontation with his own failings and the chance for redemption.
As the narrative unfolds, "My Invincible Husband Has Returned" navigates the intricate dynamics of family bonds, forgiveness, and the resilience of the human spirit. With its blend of heart-stopping suspense and poignant introspection, this novel promises to captivate readers from start to finish, leaving them eagerly awaiting the next twist in this compelling tale of love and redemption...