CASPAR.
"But wasn't Olivier murdered in Black City by the orders of father during his regime?"
Erick couldn't believe it as he repeated again,"H-How can a dead person come back to life? It's not true, I refuse to believe such an audacious lie, she's fooling you brother."
"She's not fooling me," I sighed. "The reason Father ordered Olivier Dior's death was because he found out Olivier was a secret agent from the Shadow Military and he was not alone."
"Olivier was lucky that his companion Henry rescued him secretly and had him treated immediately. The Shadow Military's soldiers arrived at their location and brought them back to the regiment, London."
Erick looked at me with a scowl and shouted,"What's that supposed to do with Bella? Her father attempted to murder you by kidnapping you and locking you up but then he failed, so he sent his daughter to complete his work!"
"You do not understand the reason why Bella's father kidnapped me in the first place!"
"Do I need to know?" Erick retorted in rage as he kicked my table. "Brother, I'm not solf-tempered like you. I'm going to kill that manipulative woman–"
"Touch her and I'll not hesitate to do the same with you,"I threatened him as I pointed my gun at him. "The truth is Bella's father, Austin Dior never abandoned his son Olivier Dior."
"And when he heard our father, Alden Mcadam murdered his son, Olivier. He was devastated and his wife almost went mad!"
I looked at Erick as I narrated the whole thing that Alex had handed me over. The file which had all the details of Dior and Mcadam families' conflicts. I never thought that this all started with Olivier's murder.
Bella's father kidnapped me, tortured me and wanted to kill me because his arch-enemy killed his son. I could understand the sentiments of the heartbroken father who lost his heir, the eldest son.
My hatred for Bella lessened because all she was taught from her childhood was that the Mcadam family killed her brother. She was trained to become a powerful weapon of her father which he could use for his revenge.
I got up from my chair and put my gun in its holster. I walked towards Erick and said,"It's fair for her father to get revenge on us. After knowing the truth, I don't blame him and believe me, the anger in my heart has cooled down."
"But what about the panic attacks you get occasionally?"
Erick's unexpected question baffled me, I never remember telling him about that.
"H-How do you know?" I asked, turning back, I didn't want to face him.
Nevertheless he stepped in front of me and scoffed sarcastically,"Do you think I'm a naive young boy who doesn't care about his family? I have known for years now!"
"I will recover if Bella is with me. She's the only one who can make me feel at ease. Whenever I'm with her I don't feel like drowning into darkness."
Erick laughed as if he had lost his mind. "I feel so stupid now, brother. I lived my life in hopes of slaughtering the existence of the Dior family."
"Why would you–"
"That's because I lived for getting revenge on them for hurting you, brother," he growled madly, stopping me in mid-sentence. "You must think I'm only interested in luxury and murdering people for the slightest mistake. But there's a whole big reason why I have become bloodthirsty! I have trained myself for years to become the best weapon for you!"
"Now you are saying that all of that was a waste and it was our father's fault! What will become of me, brother?" He fell to his knees and punched the floor continuously until his knuckles started bleeding.
"Calm down, Erick," I said, stopping him. "We all have our hearts wounded and it will take time to heal. And I do admit that I thought you were a carefree young man and a very good fighter."
"I never thought you were carrying such a heavy burden and preparing yourself for the final revenge. I'm sorry for not understanding you…"
"You must not apologize, you are making me emotional," he burst into tears and covered his face with his hands. "I took over the position of underboss of DarZ group only for you, brother. I wanted to support you and protect you…"
"Now, there's no reason for my hard training and position… it was all our father's fault!"
Damn! My stone-hearted brother was crying like a baby, the guy who always has a cocky smirk on his face was in tears and I was standing there like a statue. I mean, I don't know what to do in a situation like this… I have never comforted anyone except Bella.
Running my hand through my hair, I crouched down and hugged him. And he immediately wrapped his arms around my back and started crying even more miserably.
Raising my eyebrows I sighed in awkwardness as I patted on his back. I was worried about anyone walking inside and seeing their underboss crying while their Boss comforted him.
They will make fun of him for eternity and Erick might end up killing some of them.
"Are you done? Your tears are wetting my shirt, it's very expensive."
"I will buy you another shirt of the same brand," Erick mumbled as he continued weeping.
I rolled my eyes and annoyingly grunted,"You can't afford it. It's custom-designed for me by top fashion designer Clark Stine!"
Erick quickly distanced himself from me and wiped his face with his handkerchief. Giving me an irritated glance he commented,"You are cold, devoid of basic emotions."
"Yeah, that's who I'm,"I chuckled and looked at my shirt. It was wet and I could no longer wear it. I unbuttoned it and threw it at Erick's face. I asked,"If your new movie earns millions, do get me a new shirt from the same designer."
His eyebrows raised up as he gave me a poker face expression. He must be cursing me for being so harsh. Ignoring him searched for my other shirt in the closet and put it on, I added,"I'm going to meet father and discuss this matter. He should apologize to Bella's father and her brother."
"And then you plan to reconcile them?"
"Yes, after the misunderstanding is solved, I plan to leave DarZ group and make you the boss," I answered, almost giving Erick a heart attack.
He rushed to me and shockingly reacted,"What? Why are you planning on retiring from the DarZ?"
"Well," I sat down on my chair. "I want to continue living as CEO of Mcadam Group's company and spend my time with Bella and my daughter Karina. I'm tired of this life, murdering, revenge, fighting etc."
Erick remained quiet for a few minutes before saying,"As you wish. I do not want to comment or ask you why you had such a change in mind."
"I respect your decision. However, your daughter is giving my men a hard time."
"Well, not my business. You should play with my daughter until Bella wakes up," I chuckled, seeing the seriousness on Erick's face.
"Brother, our soldiers have never babysitted any child and you want them to entertain your daughter? Wow, Bravo."
"Then you want me to do that? Didn't you see what she did to me?" I showed him my neck and shoulder. "She literally scratched me because I'm a bad uncle to her who kidnapped her mother. She's not recognising me as her father!"
"Hah! You lost the child!"
"Stop teasing me. She's literally a mini version of Bella. I see no difference," I mumbled, massaging my forehead in thought. "I'm worried about whether Bella will forgive me because I literally misunderstood her brother as her husband!"
"You are a cooked brother and I can't help you anymore," Erick laughed. "I'm going to play with my niece, have a good time begging your wife and dealing with your new wife too!"
Bastard! He was surely enjoying my tough time. But I don't have to worry about Nancy, my contract with her will end in one year and I will explain to Bella about it.
"Can't say about Bella though! She might have other plans for Nancy because she raised her hands on her!"
And just when I thought everything was sorted out, my phone rang. I ignored it but the phone kept ringing to the point I had to look at it. To my surprise I have been receiving calls from unknown numbers.
"Who the hell is calling me?" I cursed as I received the call only to hear my name being called.
"Caspar Mcadam, is my sister in your place?"
Such a hard and firm voice made me alert and I instantly recognised the man's voice.
"I know my sister attended your wedding but after the function was over. You men trailed Bella to the club and killed her bodyguards I sent for her security," he said in his threatening voice. "Your men even gouged my Butler's left eye. Do you wish for death, Mr Caspar Mcadam?"
"So, it's true," my lips pulled up into a satisfied smile. "You are alive, Olivier Dior or should I say Olivier Sharapova? Who used to be the legendary underboss of DarZ group in the past!"
"Yes,kid," his hard laugh penetrated into my ears through the phone. "You should respect your elders and fear when you know who I am!"
"Pfft, I bow to nobody, your reign has long ended. Also your sister is my first wife."
“Wife?” Olivier laughed as if I had said nonsense."Shut the act of bullshit! I don't care! You have already annulled your marriage with Bella so she is no longer your wife!”
"Maybe you should stop harassing Bella and send her back to me as soon as possible."
"I'll never," I coldly replied because I knew what kind of man Olivier was. He will never let Bella with me after what has happened. And I'll be lying if I said I don't fear Olivier, he used to be one of the unhinged men during my father's time.
He never believed in fighting fair, he always used to attack in shadows without leaving any traces of his. During my teenage days, I used to hear the victories of Olivier and he was once my role model until he was murdered and I got kidnapped by his father.
"Alright, you must face my wrath. I gave you a chance and you fucking kicked it with your arrogant mouth."
Saying that, Olivier hung up the call and I grabbed my head with my hands. I was confused, not understanding what I should do next. I can't let Olivier meet Bella when she's covered in bandages! He will consider that I was one who abused her and he will never ever allow me to meet her again. Not in this lifetime!
"N-No, I should meet Bella before Olivier takes action. I should explain to her everything…"
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A/n: Olivier has entered in the game.