“Why?” Jasper’s voice cracked, row with frustration. ” already agreed not to take your organs. I even gave you money. Why are you repaying me like this?
I laughed. Sharp. Mocking. “Repay kindness with harm?” Lechoed, “That’s rich. Sounds more like something you’d do get back what’s mine.”
just here to
His fury was almost palpable. “Who told you to be so naive? The Montclairs may have sold you, but I was the one who put you on that operating table. You think I’d let you walk away and live happily ever after?”
He was on edge. Ready to snap.X
Lon the other hand, was bored.!
‘s your point, Jasper?” I drawled. “What’s it going to get you? Do you really think I’m supposed to just forget everything? Pretend you didn’t ruin my life and let you walk away clean?7)
His voice grew louder, tangled with rage and desperation. “You think you’re so smart, huh? You contracted AIDS just to escape me? You ruined your own life!!!
That nearly sent me over the edge. I laughed so hard my chest hurt
“AIDS? You seriously believe that?” I could barely breathe from laughing. “You think I’d actually do that to myself? And where exactly am I supposed to find some AIDS patient to pull this off?” I sighed dramatically. “The test results? I let out another chuckle “Jasper. please. I had them printed for five bucks–just to mess with you?!
Silence
And then, on the other end of the line–he lost it.
“Let me tell you something- Jasper’s voice was nearly a roar. “No matter what, the old dog still has a few tricks left. You’re out of the country now, but I’ll hire someone to take you out! –”
I sighed
Predictable
“Jasper,” I cut him off, almost pitying him. “Where’s your head? You clearly lost your mind along with your money.” I let the words sink in before delivering the final blow. “I’m reborn, remember? I have the $10 million you gave me, and I know exactly what’s going on with Crescent Ventures. Why wouldn’t I invest on my own?”
Silence.
Stunned.
Then-“You what?“”
I smirked. “You heard me.” I leaned back, enjoying the moment. I’ve already put that money to good use. Stocks, mutual funds, Crescent Ventures–I’m in. And it’s paying off. So, just so we’re clear, I’m not the same person you thought you could manipulate back in that hotel. I’ve got more money than you did before your bankruptcy meltdown. I’ve got bodyguards now. I live in a luxury community. So, feel free to send your little assassin. But honestly?” I paused for effect. “Good luck with that”
Then–click.!
I ended the call.”
Tossed the phone aside.
Let out a deep breath.
if Jasper did try something, well–after my plastic surgery, he wouldn’t even recognize me.X
I had no intention of spending the rest of my life looking like a mirror image of my vile twin sister or my so–called parents.
Weeks passed.!!
No word came about any assassination attempts.)
Instead, I started hearing whispers about the Montclairs fall from grace.
Catherine, just like in my previous life, succumbed to a post–op infection.
Jasper, completely played by me, had spiraled
He blamed everything on Alaric and Isabella, my parents, whom I had already disowned. He tortured them and made their lives a living hell until their bodies were eventually found discarded in the wilderness.
It wasn’t a pretty sight.
Frankly, I didn’t even bother looking at the details..
Meanwhile, I made sure my hands stayed clean
I hired a lawyer. Filed a formal report against Jasper. Took it to the authorities–as a family member of course!l
I sued him for the murders of Alaric and Isabella. Added fraudulent intent. Filed malpractice claims against him regarding Cathenne’s botched medical care. K
The legal system didn’t waste any time.
Jasper Sterling was convicted of murder and sentenced to death.
As for his precious, delicate sister, Eloise??
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I sued him for the murders of Alaric and Isabella. Added fraudulent intent. Filed malpractice claims against him regarding Catherine’s botched medical care.
The legal system didn’t waste any time.”
Jasper Sterling was convicted of murder and sentenced to death.
As for his precious, delicate sister, Eloise?!!
She crumbled under the weight of the fallout. Succumbed to depression. Died not long after.
And me?%
Well…E
I’m sitting pretty in my new home.
Money in the bank.
All the people who betrayed me? Gone.
Life is looking pretty damn good.
[The End.]
