Billionaire Ex-wife: I Can't Live Without You

She stretched and opened her window, welcoming the fresh breeze that swept through her room, lifting her spirits.

Miley had mentioned going out with Alyan the night before, and Dulcie couldnt help but wonder how things had played out between them.

Curiosity nagged at her, so she shot Miley a quick message.

Minutes passed, and there was no reply.

That was strange.

Miley usually responded quickly, especially since they had plans to discuss their next steps.

A knot of concern formed in Dulcies chest as she dialed Mileys number.

The call went straight to voicemail, telling her the line was off.

Something wasnt right. Her unease growing, Dulcie dialed Alyan.

He picked up almost immediately.

Alyan, were you with Miley last night? I cant reach her.

Whats going on? She has been kidnapped by Hollis.

Alyans voice was raw, each word strained and direct.

Dulcie froze.

What? Hollis? How could he-why would he? Her mind raced, struggling to comprehend what she had just heard.noveldrama

There was a tense pause before Alyans voice cut through the silence again.

Dulcie, Im in the middle of something.

The line went dead, and the gravity of the situation hit Dulcie hard.

Her heart raced as she hurried to find Lucinda.

When Dulcie finally found Lucinda, it became clear she was the last to know.

Lucindas eyes were tired, shadows darkening beneath themshe hadnt slept much last night.

Lucinda, Dulcie said, her voice shaky.

I just spoke to Alyan.

Hes planning something against Hollis.

Lucindas expression darkened, her jaw tightening. Hollis isnt just coming after us and the Shaw Group.

Hes made enemies all over.

I fear whatever hes planning is about to spiral out of control.

Ill take care of it.

Dulcie, just stay put for now.

Its too dangerous out there.

With a determined stride, Lucinda turned and left, leaving Dulcie standing there, torn between wanting to help and knowing that staying out of the way was likely the smartest-and safest-choice.

At exactly eleven oclock, the unmistakable rumble of a familiar Jeep broke the midday quiet as it pulled up outside the hotel.