Divorced Heiress
Chapter 106

The expression of bewilderment on the faces of the Lancasters left me satisfied, especially when they

at me as if they couldn't believe it, as if we were playing a tasteless joke on them.

But it was far from that, and it was hard for me to believe that they didn't know anything about Tristan until this moment. -What?- was the only thing that came out of Amelia's lips, perplexed, unable to take her eyes off my fa

-No, that can't be true, it's impossible.- Gina shook her head as if it was absurd that this child was our

as impossible for me to know what was going on in her mind at that moment.

-No! Mom, don't tell me you're going to believe that woman. Don't you realize that she's an expert at fooling everyone with her innocent face?-

I raised an eyebrow at her words filled with disdain, while Amelia remained frozen in place as if she were still processing the information. -Gina...- Alexander called her name as a warning, but she continued speaking without measuring her

-She lied to us for years, made us believe she was a poor woman whose last name was Petit. It was only years after the divorce that her true identity was revealed, and magically, she's a wealthy woman who lived under our roof for years. That child is not a Lancaster, it's another one of her deceptions.-

My muscles tensed at what she was insinuating, and I began to reconsider the idea of ripping out her extensions, it would be a good way to vent my frustration, but I wouldn't go to such extremes, I was not like that. -Gina, shut the fuck up!-

I was stunned by Amelia's severe voice, which abruptly stopped Gina's words, leaving her stunned and evidently offended to be scolded by her mother in front of everyone.

-Do I have a grandson?- Amelia asked, eyes filled with tears and a slight smile I had never seen before it made me feel strange and very confused, she seemed moved or excited, maybe a combination of both. This was scarier than Paul's sudden disappearance. -Tristan is Alexander's son, I have no reason to lie or give you explanations. I also don't need you to b ne because, after all, you won't come near him.- I decided to make it clear that I wouldn't allow them to get close to my son, who had been surrounded by love and affection, something they lacked.

I didn't want their presence to disturb his tranquility, these uneducated women with no respect.

-But he's my grandson, he's my family.- Amelia was about to complain about my decision, but I immediately interrupted her, remembering the words she didn't hesitate to say when they decided to attack me.

-Only in your dreams would I become part of your family again. The smile never left my face, and I noticed how Amelia let her guard down. She appeared affected by being reminded of what she told me before, but at this point, it was impossible for me to believe in them.

-This is the first and last time you mess with my family. Otherwise, I will be the one suing you. And by that, I don't just mean Tristan, I'm also talking about Sarah. She will be my wife again, she will once again be Mrs. Lancaster.-

My breath caught in my throat when I heard the last words coming out of her mouth. If her hand hadnb holding onto my waist, I would probably have collapsed to the ground.

The surprised looks of everyone, including Alexis, were directed at me, and I didn't know what to do other than smile like an idiot without moving a muscle and without daring to deny Alexander's announcement. We hadn't discussed this; although it was a small lie for Paul's sake, there was no reason to lie to his family as well.

We hadn't even talked about getting married again, and it wasn't in my plans.

I had too many problems on my plate at the moment to think about using Alexander's last name again.

-If everything is clear now, I'll go back to the table, I'll be waiting for you.- I said to Alexander, scrutinizing him with my gaze, and left a kiss on his cheek before giving one last expressionless look to the Lancasters.

I just hope this is the last time they cross my path, I didn't want to see them again, I had had enough until today. I just wanted to finish enjoying my launch night and the celebration that would follow at home, but not before checking what my parents had prepared for me.

-Have a safe trip back.- I said, dedicating them a noticeably fake smile, and turned back with a slight tremor in my legs, caused by Alexander and his antics.

-Sarah, wait.- Amelia's peaceful voice stopped me, and I thought twice before turning around to look at her from my spot. I had no idea what she was going to tell me, but I was already mentally preparing myself to defend against anything she was about to say. -I... I... Her hesitant gaze barely stopped on my face for two seconds, then she lowered her head as if she felt ashamed, and I couldn't feel stranger than in that moment.

I had never seen that woman show herself this way, not even the words came out of her mouth, it was as if they got stuck in her throat.

-Sarah, continue with your activities, we'll take care of them.- Alexis intervened when he saw that his mother wasn't able to utter a word, and I nodded my head before resuming my path towards the entrance.

Amelia's tone of voice resonated in my head again and again, for a moment I imagined that she was going to apologize to me for her behavior, because since the moment Alexander confessed to her that Tristan was her grandson, her attitude changed drastically, even silencing the insults that Gina spat out. That was completely new to me.

I was so immersed in my thoughts as I passed through the garden that connected to the entrance of the event hall that I couldn't react in time when a hand covered my mouth and another one gripped my neck tightly with the sole intention of dragging me off the path without me being able to utter a single scream.

Fear took hold of my entire being as I imagined the person who was forcibly taking me away, and I resisted by kicking in the air and digging my nails into the arm of the man who smelled exactly like Paul. I prayed that someone had noticed that this idiot had kidnapped me in the middle of the event.

Son of a...

-Finally alone, little traitor. I admit that the fight with my stupid sister was very believable.- Paul whispered in my ear when he finished dragging me to a parking lot I hadn't seen before, where he slammed me against a van, trapping my body by pressing his chest against my back, not giving me a chance to move or even hit him, as he caught my hands behind my back.

-Now you're going to tell me what you're planning, or no one will hear from Sarah Doinel again. I'll let you go if you stop screaming like an idiot, no one will hear you here. By the way, congratulations on L&J, enjoy it while you can, because I'll make it disappear as quickly as it appeared.-

But I was also afraid because he could be capable of anything, especially now that he was realizing our deception. I prayed for someone to appear and come to my rescue, but there wasn't a soul in this place, and the dim lighting didn't help much.

I stopped screaming and struggling because I wouldn't achieve anything with that, and he might actually release me. Then I would find a way to escape or confront him. Paul was much stronger, he had complete control over me in the position I was in, and I also felt very uncomfortable by feeling his body against mine, invading my personal space completely. I was disgusted by feeling his pelvis pressing harder against my rear as if he was enjoying it.

-Very well, if you cooperate, I'll be good to you. He said, and I closed my eyes tightly as I felt the unpleasant sensation of his lips brushing against the skin of my neck.

-Speak, what are you planning?- He asked, releasing his hand from my mouth for a moment so that I could give an answer. I couldn't afford to make a wrong move, when it was just a matter of hours for this nightmare to end, but the anger bubbling up inside me spoke for me.

-Isn't it obvious? Did you think I would just stand by, watching as you took away my company?- I asked, pretending to be amused by the situation, when inside I was boiling with rage, but I wasn't even able to shout for help.

-Sarah, my Sarah, this can all be resolved and you know it very well, you just have to marry me and I'll give you the company back. Think about it, it's the only thing you have left from your parents.-

I laughed bitterly at his stupid proposal once again, he was truly crazy if he thought I would accept such a barbarity. - We can be happy, you, me, Tristan.-

-Don't mention my son, we will never be with a sick person like you. Don't even think that I would marry you, I would rather lose everything than be the wife of a damn psychopath.- I complained in pain when he pulled my hair back and held it in his fist while he nuzzled his nose into my neck, it made me feel nauseous.

-You didn't think that of me when we were on the cruise in New York, it's pointless to resist, admit that you desire me, that you liked the kiss I gave you. Sari, we both win if we get married; you keep your company and I keep you. Doesn't that seem like a fair deal to you?-

Just mentioning it made me feel repulsed, not in a million years, not in this life or any other would that be possible.

-Do you know what deal seems fair to me?- I squirmed slightly, managing to separate my body from the car, taking a great advantage to escape from him in the least expected moment.

-I keep my company and you stay in prison with your mother, paying for all her crimes.-

I took advantage of the brief moment when he processed what I had just said to step on his foot with the merciless tip of my heel, causing him to groan in pain, and in a swift movement, I turned to give him a knee in his most sensitive area, leaving him kneeling on the ground with his hands covering the affected area, then I quickly took off my heels at an impressive speed and ran as if my life depended on it.

-Come here, you whore!-

I turned my head for a moment to hear his annoying voice and saw him getting up from the ground still with his hands on his pants.

I ran as fast as the dress allowed me, remembering the way back that he dragged me, and when I was about to cross the hallway that led to the garden, arms wrapped around me, stopping me abruptly, and I couldn't help but let out a scream in fright, the son of a bitch had caught up to me.

-Darling, what happened? Where were you?- Hearing Alexander's concerned voice calmed me down and I made my best effort to regain my breath, while I looked towards the place where I last saw Paul and opened my eyes wide realizing that he had turned back, walking with difficulty, with the intention of getting into the van where he had held me captive.

-Paul!- It was all I managed to say as I pointed at the bastard with my index finger and felt Alexander's tense muscles before he let go of me and left me aside.

-Alexis, take care of her, I'll go after that bastard.- Alexander looked behind me with a flushed face, where I assumed Alexis was, and I confirmed it when I was about to go after Alexander and his hand stopped me by wrapping around my waist.

-Sarah, don't go. Are you okay? Did that jerk do something to you? Did he hurt you?- Alexis' questions went unanswered by me, as I couldn't take my eyes off Alexander, who was running quickly towards the van where Paul got in and started the engine to escape. -No! Alexis, he's going to hurt him.- I said scared, imagining the worst scenario at this moment, but Alexis refused to let go of me.

My heart raced as I watched the car speed up after the tires screeched, and for a moment I thought Alexander would be hit by Paul, however, Alexander realized his intentions in time and moved aside, letting the bastard flee at full speed from the place. I released myself from Alexis' grip and approached Alexander hastily, who picked up the heels I had left behind on the way, I looked at him with panic reflected in my eyes, and as he realized that I was approaching.

He took the remaining steps towards me and hugged me as if he hadn't seen me in years, and I clung to his neck with my trembling body, grateful to the heavens that this hadn't turned out worse, but that didn't mean the danger was gone, on the contrary, I worried about Abby, since Paul was angry with both of us.

-Are you okay?- I asked, observing his face closely, although I witnessed that he didn't suffer a single scratch.

-I'm fine, are you okay?-

I nodded my head so he wouldn't worry, but I could still feel the disgusting sensation of Paul's lips invading my neck or his body pressed against mine, making me feel sick.

-We should go to the villa, it's the only safe place for now. I know the event is not over yet, but you can't continue in these conditions. We can't risk him coming back. You've had enough for today, you can tell me everything at home. I'll ask Sofia to take care of the rest.-

I didn't want my first launch to end like this, but Alexander was right. Paul was capable of anything, and I wasn't willing to take a risk or endanger my family's lives.

The night wasn't ruined by the Lancasters, but by that despicable man.

-I'll go get Tristan. I'll let everyone know we will meet at the villa.- Alexander stepped away from me to bend down and help me put on my heels.

-I'm going with you. I won't leave you alone while that bastard is out there.- Alexander stood up after finishing with my heels and intertwined his fingers with mine as we walked back into the hall. I felt calmer with his company, and with Alexis, who was still worried about me.

After asking everyone at my table to urgently meet at the villa, I went with Alexander, Alexis, and Tristan. My gaze was lost in my son, who was sitting in his special chair next to me, as I thought about how dangerous it was to be with Paul. Just the thought that he could have taken me with him if we hadn't acted quickly...

No, nothing happened, and there wouldn't be time to try anything else against any of us.

During the ride, I didn't say a single word. Alexander and Alexis were the only ones talking about the flight they would book for the Lancasters. Honestly, I couldn't care less about them now.

When we arrived at the villa, Tristan was already asleep, which was understandable, he should've been asleep an hour ago.

-Darling, I'll carry the boy.- Alexander offered when he realized Tristan was fast asleep. I was about to refuse, but I let him take care of it so I could have time to go through the documents my parents left for me before the others arrived.

-Will you wait for me in the living room? I want to share some good news, but I need to review some documents first.- I said from the back seat, and the twins turned to look at me curiously.

-What news?- They asked in unison, and I nervously laughed at the strange situation.

-Okay, don't talk at the same time, it's scary.- I said playfully as I opened the door.

-I'll tell you when we're all together. Curiosity killed the cat.- I smiled kindly and kissed Tristan's forehead before getting out of the car.

I had never entered the villa so quickly before today. My hurried steps in heels stopped at the door of my father's office, and I took a deep breath before nervously opening the door, thinking that maybe my parents had been here while we were at the launch of my brand.

Was that possible?

I didn't wait a second longer and entered the office, observing carefully to see if anything was different, but no, everything looked exactly the same as I remembered.

I hurried to search in the place that my mother had informed me, and when I opened the drawer, I found the folder next to the envelope that had been a complete mystery until now.

I left the envelope for last, as the curiosity to know what my parents had left for me was killing me. I read each page carefully, every word, not missing a single detail, and I covered my lips with my hand, unable to believe that my parents had made this happen for

me.

A part of the document caught my attention, and my heart pounded in my chest. Was this really happening?

I didn't know whether to laugh or cry, but in the end, I laughed like a crazy person as tears escaped from my eyes.I knew that Leonardo Doinel couldn't be so naive.