J A C O B sipped on his milk tea. Reading the newspaper. His wife, dressed prim and proper, sat to her left. And their teenage daughter, Ruth to his right. Both of them ate their salads. Keeping up with the trends of squeezing into the tiny dresses they liked to wear.

Ever since he had seen Angelica on the ball, his heart burned. That woman had slipped right out of his hands. Becoming more elegant and regal than ever. He stabbed the egg in his plate. Eating a hasty bite. Still thinking about the affair he had with the young girl in London.

To him, there was nothing better than young girls shouting his name. His own wife, cold as a rock in bed. He could only imagine how responsive Angelica must be in bed. Alexander, had gotten lucky.

"Good morning sir!" His lawyer entered the dining room.
"What are you doing here?" He grumbled.
Wiping his mouth roughly.
His lawyer, having taken the liberty to sit down, brought out an envelope from his briefcase.

"There is a case against you!" He forwarded the notice.
Jacob huffed. Thinking it was one of his former mistress. Filing to extort some money. Flinging the paper, without reading, he smirked.
"Send whoever filed the case five million dollars. That will shut them up!"
Smiling at his daughter, he sipped his tea.

"Umm sir I do not think they need your money!" The lawyer, Bennett urged him to read it.
Giving in, with much resistance, he opened the notice. His skin turning pale within a few seconds.
"What happened darling?" Rosamund grabbed his arm.
Trying to soothe his worries.
"Read this!" He forwarded the letter.
Rubbing his thin blonde brows.

"What! This little bitch. Just doesn't learn!" Rosamund gripped the page.
It was a case filed by Angelica. For harassment. God knows why she would do that. Had her hunger for a fake blame not ended. Why was she after her sister's happiness.

"I think you need to visit her. And tell that sister of yours to take back this case. Do it today! Not a moments delay!" Jacob stood up.
Stuffing a sausage in his mouth. He gestured for Bennett to follow him. Leaving his wife and daughter alone.

"Mother why does aunt Angelica, hate us? Why is she after our happiness?" Ruth grumbled.
Twirling a blonde streak of hair around her perfectly manicured finger.
"God knows my sweet. Do not worry. Today I will pay her a visit. With your grandparents!" She passed her only child a smile.

Rosamund and Jacob were living a happy life. With his business bringing in profits enough to sustain their affluent lifestyle and sponsor his daily escapades. She was not unaware of his affairs. She chose to turn a blind eye towards them.

Taking her phone out, she called her mother. Telling the problems and asking her to accompany her on this visit. Karen and Arnold, did not reject. Rosamund was their eldest and perhaps most beloved daughter. And they would not let her suffer one bit.

What was supposed to be a trip of the parents and daughter, soon turned into a sort of family picnic. With everyone accompanying them, including Jacob. Except for the spouses of the others, all four of the siblings, were going with their parents to their beloved sisters home.

Seeing as the couple was rich and highly famous, it was no surprise that Arnold's assistant was able to find their address for them.

As the driver rolled in front of the large estate. The car filled with gasps. No one had expected the two to be living in an estate so royal. Their mouths watered. Wondering what life was like for them. Eventhough, they were extremely rich, Arnold knew he would never be able to afford a place like this. Especially now that his business empire was crumbling.

The car stopped infront of the metal gates. A security guard running over to ask their purpose of visit.
"Tell that madam of yours her parents are here!" Arnold uttered, rudely.
The guard nodded. Ringing up the house, inquiring if they were to be sent in or not. Getting the permission to, he clicked the button to open the automated doors. Letting their car enter.

Everyone was in awe of the gigantic home. Its majestic exterior and the gardeners working on the shrubs of jasmines. The fountain in the centre of the circular driveway. Everything highlighted the differences that they had.

"Hello Mr&Mrs. Roosevelt. And I assume these are madam's siblings. Welcome. Please come in!" Bruce welcomed them.
Keeping the large wooden doors opened. Seeing the doors open, Sir.Siemen rushed outside.
"No Sir.Siemen. Miss will be mad. Come on. Let's go in!" Bruce grumbled at the mischievous dog.

Once in the foyer, Bruce, as per orders  led them inside the formal living room. A place where a set of plush velvet, dark green sofas were placed. In a circular formation. With large windows that overlooked the garden.

Karen, ever the complainer, turned to the butler.
"Where is our daughter? Has she forgotten her manners?" Her voice, full of spite.
"Ah! My apologies. Sir and Miss have gone to a brunch with Sir's uncle. They a just reached Please wait a few minutes!" Bruce smiled.

Heading out of the area, into the kitchen, asking a few maids to bring refreshments.

"Angelica sure has done well for herself!" Jacob spoke.
His eyes glinting with jealousy. The life size portrait of her and Alexander that was hung up on one of the walls, did little to satiate his anger.
"She's a slut. That's what she is!" Melissa rolled her eyes.
Arnold reprimanded them. Reminding them of where they were.

A while later, a group of maids brough out refreshments. Laying them out on the table for them. Passing them a smile before leaving. Steve and Riley, immediately filled their plates with the decadent macaroons. Moaning at the burst of flavour.

Then, they heard the doors open. And Angelica's soft voice echoed through the silent space. She was laughing at something Alexander had told her.

Entering the formal space. She passed them all a reluctant smile. Everybody stood up in their presence. Angelica, looking like an angel. Wearing a dusty blue tulle midi length dress, with flowers in the colours yellow and white embroidered on them. Skin ankle strap heels and hair in a low, loose bun. With a few strands curled along her face.

The v-neck of the dress, was a bit plunging. Giving away the perfect amount of cleavage. The sleeves, had been what did it for her though.

"Hello everyone. Have a seat please!" Angelica gestured for them all to have a seat.
Smirking inside, at their faces.
"Hello Alexander". Arnold extended his palm.
Alexander ignored him, standing behind his wife like a statue. Wearing a white crisp dress shirt and light blue slacks, his signature brown oxford shoes, on his feet.The rolled up sleeves, let them all have a peak at his muscular arms.

"Xander. Mr.Roosevelt wants to shake your hand!" She teased him.
Alexander, ignoring everyone's presence, just lightly kissed her neck. Wrapping his arm around her waist.
"Mr.Roosevelt. It's Mr.Reed to you. And please, have a seat. We should discuss why you are all here!" He led Angelica to the two seater.

Once seated, he looked at his wife's family. And lord had he lucked out. Her sisters looked like a plain mess. His mother and father like old snobs, living in the days of the past. And her brothers, simply gluttonous. Stroking Angelica's hand that rested in her lap, her legs crossed on top of each other. Alexander turned his attention towards his in-laws.

"What brings you here?" Angelica questioned.
She was tired of the hide and seek. It was time now, to strike from upfront.
"You know why we are here!" Jacob shouted at her.
"I would suggest you keep your mouth shut. You would not like the consequences if you do not do as I say!" Alexander glared at him.
These people had some balls, coming in here and shouting at the woman who owned it all.

"Listen Angelica, you were kicked out before too. Is it not enough? Let this case go! You and I both know its a lie!" Rosamund acted like a damsel in distress.
Melissa and Karen supporting her act.
"The case is no lie. It will not be taken back. We will now meet in court. Thank you! I would have asked you guys to stay for sometime but I think your stance is clear. Please see yourselves out!" Angelica passed them all a tight lipped smile.

They were fools if they thought she would take back this case. Their time had come now. And just like no mercy was shown to her, she would not show it to them either.

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