Chapter 41 After Effect
Stephen was waiting for Eva to return from the washroom. He took out a box and opened it. Stephen chose a simple solitaire ring to propose to Eva; he wanted something extravagant for her, but looking at her interest in simple things, he finally settled on this.
Stephen was glad that till now the dinner was going on smoothly. He was sure that he could convince Eva to give him a chance. He understands how nervous she behaves around him, but he never blames her for this, too, as he is a tough man to deal with.
Stephen always maintained a tough exterior with people, as he understood at a very young age that soft-spoken people could not easily survive in his business world. In all these years, he achieved whatever he wished for. It took a lot of hard work.
It’s not a simple task to suddenly change his personality, but for Eva, he is still trying hard; at least that's what he assumed.
Stephen was going through his thoughts, and he realized Eva was taking extra time in the washroom, so he checked.
The moment he reached the lobby, he spotted Harry, who was accusing Eva with awful words, and then he held her arm, and the hold was hurting Eva; it was clear in her eyes.
Before Stephen could interfere, he heard the most awful words from Harry‘s mouth.
“Don’t act smart, girl. I know your real identity now.
First, I thought these Smith brothers were behind you, but after looking at you, enjoying romantic dinner dates with them, I could say that you are just like your father.
He trapped your mother for money and you are two steps ahead of him, holding two plans and two men at once. “
Stephen saw tears welling up in the eyes of his woman and that’s the last string of his patience
“Leave her hand right now or you are going to lose your arm right now."
Eva looked at him in tears. Stephen just reached to them and first removed the filthy hands from her arms and made her stand behind him, shielding her.
“What a shame you still didn’t know how to behave with women; it’s not your fault entirely after all whose son you are; the same filthy blood runs in your veins too.”
Harry gritted his teeth in anger and pointed a finger at Stephen
“Don’t you dare to say a word about my dad or else. “ Stephen held his finger and bent it down. He then reached to his collar and started adjusting his collar and then took two steps back. Then declared in his bitter tone.
“Or else you can do nothing to me. And then bring it on. But tell Mr. Hudson, if you cannot hear a word against your dad, then how can you expect Eva to listen to all the awful words about her dad? I will suggest that you check the facts first, then decide who is right and who is wrong. And talking about character, it doesn’t suit you, Mr., but again, it’s not your fault entirely, as your father is the biggest male whore of LA. So I understand that “
Stephen held Eva's hand in his and turned around to leave, but he heard a slight wince, and he noticed it. He left the hand and scrutinized the blue marks.
He turned around and told Harry, “You have to pay a lot for this, Hudson.”
Stephen held Eva from her waist and reached for the car. After settling into the car, he ordered the chauffeur
“Take the car to the hospital
“Yes, sir."
“Why hospital? Eva inquired in a soft tone
“ you should see a doctor first; maybe the doctor will suggest some tests.“
It shocked Eva to hear the care in his voice. She gave a warm smile to him
“Oh, no! It's not needed, Stephen. It’s not that bad; I will manage."
“Are you sure?”
“Yes, I am."
Stephen again orders the chauffeur to return to Smith's mansion. The entire ride once prevailed between them. When they reached the house, Eva down from the car and turned around to face Stephen
“Thank you."
“Thank you! For what?‘”
‘For helping me out..."
“That’s not needed, as you are my. I mean our responsibility, so it’s our duty to protect you from any harm. On the contrary., I am sorry, as I couldn’t save you from getting hurt.” He spoke while staring at the blue marks on her arm.
“No, it’s not your fault, and this is nothing in front of how his ill words hurt me. Trust me, my dad, and I never...”
Eva couldn’t hold her sob, and Stephen reached for her
“months. Do you really think I believe him or his baseless words? I agree. I have known you forfew months. I am an observant Eva and very good at reading people. It’s not tough to figure out a fewut you, Eva, and trust me. I have never come across a selfless soul like you.
Before you became a part of our lives, we frequently encountered girls who were actively seeking our attention. Steve and I, in terms of our appearance and financial status, possess a noteworthy advantage. But you didn’t get impressed by any of these. “
A small smile appeared on Eva’s face
“And I really think highly of your dad. After all, it’s his upbringing. I cannot even imagine how he did such a commendable job as a single parent.
Eva sobbed hard and hugged Stephen. For a moment Stephen couldn’t believe it, as it was the first time Eva was in his arms., but he knew she was emotionally weak, so he just held her close and kept patting her back.
After sobbing for some time, Eva composed herself and broke the hug.
“Sorry I was."
“It’s ok, I understand, Eva I know you don’t like me. I can just say that I am not that bad either.
Eva gave a warm smile at him and told him in a Soft tone, “Goodnight Stephen.” “
"Goodnight, Eva."
Eva entered the house and reached her room. She smiled at the way Stephen comforted her with his words. But still, many unanswered questions are going through her mind
She wants to talk to her dad about how Harry accused him. Did her father know the Hudson family from before? And why he was claiming about my mom as he knew my mom.
Eva checked the time, and it was late at night now, so she decided to ask her dad the next day.
The moment she entered the mansion, Stephen connected a call to his
“So where is he?”
“In the club."
“You know what you have to do next. Just remember, I want him blue and black.”
"Yes, sir."
In club
Harry was gulping drink after drink in order to forget Stephen’s harsh words, but deep inside he knew that every word spoken by him was true.
His dad is like that only; from childhood, he saw his parents arguing and fighting.
And the reason for every fight used to be his dad’s affair with a new girl.
All the fights used to end in physical violence when his dad used to slap or sometimes beat his mother in harsh ways.
Harry harbored a strong aversion towards his father and, during his teenage years, made a conscious decision to deviate from his father's path.
He distanced himself from all the illicit activities his father was engaged in.
He kept himself limited to the hotel businesses that were run by his grandfather before.
He was busy in his thoughts when twomen got settled beside him on the other chairs. Somehow, he noticed they were looking in his direction while sipping their respective drinks.
Harry didn’t want to get drunk over the limit, so he just paid the check and started leaving for the club. In between his way, someone pushedand as a result, he fell on the table placed on his side, which led to spilling off the drinks that were served on that table.
Before Harry could compose himself, the people sitting at the table started an argument with him. Harry tried to offer money to them and also fresh drinks, but they were bent on having a fight. Harry, in his intoxicated state, could not defend himself and tried to contact his security.
Soon the group surrounded him and understood who he was calling, so before someone could reach to help him, they started beating Harry .
Harry was not in a condition to defend himself. Soon, his face became blue and black.
The manager of the club knew Harry, so he called his dad and shortly his security team arrived at the place for Harry. Until that time, Harry was almost unconscious from the injuries on his body.
The security team panicked to spot harry in that condition They know Liam Hudson will not spare them for this mistake but it was not their fault entirely, as harry never liked the security around him and was used to ditch them without wasting time They took harry and rushed to the nearby hospital.
Soon Liam Hudson reached the hospital. It devastated Liam to see his only son in this condition at the hospital, and he became furious with his team for not protecting him when the doctor assured that his son only had minor wounds and required a few stitches.
when the doctors were busy in treating Harry, Liam inquired the security team about this incident. “
“How the hell did this happen, and who did this to him?
The head of the security team gulped the nervousness and replied
"Sir, we didn’t know full details but when we reached the club, one group of men were beating Harry, sir."
"But why?”
“Sir.. they were accusing sir for spilling their drinks.”
"What?? Just for spoiling their drink, they thrashed my son like, “
One man spoke out
“ Sir, I saw a known man in that group and he works for Stephen Smith.“
“Stephen Smith, are you sure? “
"Yes, sir."
Liam dismissed the men and confirmed his doubt with Harry first than he was going to take the next step
After two hours of waiting, Harry regained his consciousness. Liam was the first one to meet him and inquire about the incident
Harry informed him about the argument with Stephen and how Stephen threaten him
Liam told Harry to take rest and ordered his staff that now onwards they will follow Harry every time.
Liam reached his office and connected the call to one of the most reliable men and ordered him some instructions. After disconnecting the call
Liam chuckled and declared with rage,
“You are just too new for this game, Stephen, but you made a wrong move this time. Just because Harry ill behaved toward Eva, you punished him. You should not have touched my boy. Now get ready to bear the consequences. “
Stephen was still most in the thoughts of Eva. He couldn’t believe how Eva hugged him. He will always treasure that moment in his memories.
He removed his coat when he felt the box and thought back to that ring.
He took out the box before he could open it.
A notification took his attention, and a wicked smile appeared on his face as his men just notified him.
about the work done and also attached some pics of Harry, who was in a miserable condition
Stephen kept the phone aside and opened the box He took out the ring
"Now you have toas I found a way to win her heart, and then you will rest on her tender fingers, ok?" So until then, I will keep you safe."
Stephen reached to his closet and kept the box in the locker
It was midnight when a ringtone disturbed William‘s sleep. He reached for his phone with closed eyes. The next moment, he yelled in rage,
“When? How?”
Rose also got awake by his scream and looked at him, who started calling some other numbers
“What happened, William? Is everything fine? And who are you calling to?
“Rose just packed some clothes and just informed Stephen, Steve, and also Eva. Be strong for Eva and you can't do that right.
“Now you are scaring me. First, tell me, what are you talking about? “ Rose asked in fear
“Michal met with an accident on his site. “