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A/N:I'm not english native speaker, so you might find some typos or grammar mistakes, I do apologize for that.
Flashback
"Don't look back Nathan!" Laura scolded her son while they walked in a hurry to the car where her mother was waiting for them so they could stick to their plan and travel.
"My daughter, thank god you're alive! Is everything alright with you?" her mother asked in relieve and in concern after seeing her daughter's behavior
"Let's get the hell out of here now!"
"What happened?" the older woman asked and looked at her grandson who was poking her
"Granny, I have a super hero. He saved my mommy!"
"Really Nate? Tell me more about him later" the woman spoke with a soft tone
"There's not a hero!" Laura almost yelled
"Laureen!" her mother scolded her. She didn't like when she noticed her daughter losing control of herself and starting to be mean
"It's Laura mom, Laura!"
"Hold your fire my princess! You don't need to talk like that to me and to your son. Nate is just a child!"
"The problem is not Nate, the problem is him calling that bastard a hero!"
"Who are you talking about?"
Laura took a long breath, "Chris!"
"Oh…" the woman didn't know how to react
Laura's POV
My experience at the Mikro Company was complete. I wasn't an agent, nor a spy. It just happened that I was at right place and right time – sort of. At least I could help somehow with the exposal of dirty elements in all levels of the system, from civilians to governments.
After that, we moved back to Canada. I had no thrill to go on a vacation trip around the globe. I reunited with Matt and finally accepted his wedding proposal. He was becoming a good thing in my life and after re-encountering Chris the other day, more than ever I needed to make a big change in my inner feelings.
(*)
"I'm making love
With someone else
But my heart
It will be forever yours
What the body does
The soul forgives
So much loneliness
Almost made me crazy
I'll say it's love
I'll swear it's passion
And say what I feel
With all affection
Thinking of you
I'll do whatever
And with all the excitement
The truth is that I lie
That I live alone
I do not know how to forget you
And then it's over
Illusion I created
Emotion went away
And we just ask
For the time to run
I do not know who loved anymore
What did I say?
You can see at this time
That love only measures itself
After the pleasure
It stays inside my chest
Always a miss
Just thinking of your way
I really love
And when the desire comes
It's your name that I call
I might even like someone
But it's you I love" (Depois do Prazer "After the Pleasure" – Alexandre Pires)
"Today is the Day… I'm quite nervous and not really excited. I guess it shouldn't be this way despite being the second time I'll walk that aisle and say those words…
My number three. Our second time…
I didn't want it to be this way. I always believed that we should only marry once, that marriage was a sacrilege that only God could separate with the death.
And I really did live it the core… until death did us apart.
I made sure that was a fact, otherwise I'd never be capable to set myself free from that belief and reinvent myself to move on.
It took me a while to gather the broken pieces of me and I'm still not sure if I gathered them all. Not even death has made me stop loving…"
End of Flashback
I still loved that Captain, my ex-husband Chris Redfield. After seeing him and looking at my son Nathan, I started seeing their resemblance that my mother so much bugged me. I didn't want to see that and I contested that Nate had traits that resembled Matt's as well.
Matthew never bothered me about Nate's father and I liked that about him. He accepted Nate the way things were and never really had that click that Nathan could be his son. Blood wasn't a matter of importance to him, actually, he liked being part of Nate's life and often acted like a fatherly figure to him.
The opposite of Chris who clearly had the doubt. Did he know what I did at the clinic? It didn't matter anymore. Chris now had knowledge of Nathan and I needed to keep us away from him as much as I could because even after all those years and all my lies Chris proved that he still cared too much! I wasn't wrong about that and I believe I did the right thing in trying to disappear from his life. It's harder to let go if you still keep in contact with your favorite temptation, your favorite drug.
Matt became my rehab, sort of thing. Slowly I've allowed my feelings to open up to him at the same time I want to be a good thing for him and give him all the support he needs. I hope I learn how to love him and forget the greatest love of my life.
TPOV
2020, Mid-January
"Mr. Lamonte wrote in his letter of resignation: "I have always said if there ever came a day when I could no longer meet my duties and expectations as Lamonte's CEO, I would be the first to let you know. Unfortunately, that day has come."
Mr. Lamonte stepped down in early January as chief executive of the company he set up in 1976, citing illness. He had been battling an unusual form of pancreatic cancer, and had received a liver transplant in 2017.
George Lamonte, billionaire founder of Lamonte Technologies and Lamonte Enterprises and the mastermind behind an empire of products that revolutionized computing, telecommunication and the music industry, has died in Toronto, Canada at the age of 86.
His wife, Margareth, and four children survive George Lamonte.
He founded the Lamonte Enterprises, which is the world's first multinational company to develop and manufacture anti B.O.W. weapons like B.O.W. decoy for the BSAA and also the only manufacturer of the Genesis Scanner in partnership with the organization.
He was ousted in a bitter boardroom battle in 1985, a move that he later claimed was the best thing that could have happened to him. George went on to buy the company behind some of the biggest animated hits in cinema history.
He returned to Lamonte 11 years later when it was being written off by rivals. What followed was one of the most remarkable comebacks in business history.
George Lamonte's remarkable capacity to spot what people wanted next came without the aid of market research or focus groups.
"For something this complicated, it's really hard to design products by focus groups," he once said. "A lot of times, people don't know what they want until you show it to them."
Mr. Lamonte initially hid his illness but his startling weight loss started to unnerve his investors. He took a six-month medical leave of absence in 2017, during which he received a liver transplant, and another medical leave of absence in mid-December before stepping down as chief executive in early January.
Lamonte leaves an estimated $8.3bn, but he often dismissed others' interest in his wealth."
Reporters gathered outside the black chauffeur-driven SUV as the driver pulled up to the gate of his sprawling estate, Lamonte Mansion in the quiet town of Mayberry Hill. A place that was often dubbed a beautiful paradise with breathtaking views of the hills and stretches of green land just north of the city of Toronto. A few hours' drive from Buffalo, New York. A tranquil escape and stark contrast from the hectic bustle of the concrete jungle. And now? The center of unwanted media attention!
The Lamonte family's grand estate covered forty impressive acres of sweeping land with scenic surroundings protected by several gated entrances. You could drive to the location from any direction since it housed several properties, including the main house between four different roads. One of the rods was not even accessible to the public.
Once the gates opened, the reporters raced through to follow the SUV that drove slowly up the driveway towards the main house.
"This is intrusive!" Matthew called out as he shook his head and gaped at the press through the tinted window
Once they pulled up the steps outside the main doors, the driver switched off the engine and opened the driver's door. The good thing about Matthew was that he was fiercely protective of his family and anyone who was vulnerable for that matter.
That was why it irked some members of his family when Matthew took the initiative in his own projects to help curb the skyrocketing unemployment rate among young people from various backgrounds by creating jobs in his family's companies and opening up centers to train those who lacked job skills – the same hoards of reporters were pretty much absent from the opening – not that Matthew cared much for hype. He acted out the goodness of his heart, never for publicity.
Matthew even went as far as personally mentoring many of the community youth. He had such an amazing rapport with youngsters who needed guidance. Matthew's main love was for the Healthy Start Program that operated out of many walk-in clinics around the province, especially in low-income neighborhoods – in addition to Funds for the Future, another program he launched with his older brother and his cousin Mr. White. Matthew had taken one rundown clinic that was about to close down and turned it into a flourishing program encouraging people from all economic backgrounds to do various health screening and preventative medicine practices. He'd made it fun by investing in incentive programs to get people to come in.
When Matthew was growing up, his father always made him and his siblings to never lose contact with the lower classes. He raised them to be grateful for their privileges and fight to keep them.
Matthew was certainly down-to-earth and easily approachable. Ha! And that was his problem! Easily approachable by gold diggers!
Matthew could be a hardhead sometimes, actually most of the time. Always out to prove himself. Always taking chances. Doing the unconventional. Making strides. Creating waves. Once the press dubbed him the Lamonte Poster Boy for Bad Behavior when he had been mixed up in a scandal involving one of his ex-girlfriends who turned out to be some notorious jewel thief. But still, a press release was sent out and very few thought it was a newsworthy as the current headline.
The young Lamonte stood up still facing the flashes and mikes while he was standing at the stairs of the front yard. He wore a black shirt and sunglasses. He cleared his throat and let out a sigh.
"In name of the Lamonte clan. I shall inform that my father, Mr. Lamonte, has finally taken his final rest this early morning… he died peacefully today surrounded by his family… We know many of you will mourn with us, and we ask that you respect our privacy during our time of grief"
His live statement was all over the News globally.
The youngest son, Matthew Lamonte released a statement paying tribute: "The world rarely sees someone who has had the profound impact George has had, the effects of which will be felt for many generations to come. For those of us lucky enough to get to work with him, it's been an insanely great honor. Mr. Lamonte's brilliance, passion and energy were the source of countless innovations that enrich and improve all of our lives… The world is immeasurably better because of my father and we will miss George Lamonte immensely and everything I know I learned from him. It's my life goal to continue his dream."
February, 2020
After his father's death, Matt was revising the contracts of the company his father left, noticing there were some companies that were in time for renewal. One of them was the BSAA.
Laura returned home after leaving Nathan at school. She knew her husband used to work home and headed to his office to check on him. It was still a hard phase for him and his family after their patriarch's death.
"Hello my dear" she greeted him with a kiss
He smiled seductively, "I'm better now"
She laughed, "What are you doing?"
"I'm revising some contracts and I set a meeting for next the day after tomorrow"
"Saturday? What company sets a meeting for the weekend?" she spoke with a surprised expression
"The BSAA" he replied
She swallowed hard disguising her discomfort, "Oh, really?" she said stepping away
"Yeah. it will be in the morning"
"Okay, work never stops" she smiled
"Yeah, especially now with my new responsibilities"
"They might renew with you. There's no reason to not do that, right?"
"No, there isn't, but I want to go further. I want to make a better contract with and manufacture high quality parts for them including exclusive parts"
"Sure, you do that"
"I will, but for that I'll need your help"
"What? My help? Why?" she was taken aback
"Because of your persuasion gift"
She laughed, "You're kidding, right?"
"Yeah, about the persuasion yes, but I really want you to accompany there. You are my wife and my partner. You have talent for the technology and communication area. I want them to know that you will be my substitute in my absences and my connection with them in whatever they need."
Laura forced a smile, "I don't know… I promised Nate that we would spend the Saturday together doing whatever he wanted… you should've had told me that before. You know I don't like breaking my promises to Nathan. It's still recent our new routine… you know"
"Nate gets up late on weekends. I'm sure he can wait us to be back."
She exhaled, always disguising her displease, but she knew she couldn't go against his request without lighting his suspicion up, "Okay…" she agreed in defeat, "Now I'm going out for a walk, I have plans for tomorrow" she forced a smile and kissed him
"I'll continue working here because tomorrow will be only ours!" he replied and nibbled her bottom lip
Laura left the office and headed to the garage to get her car. She was worried and had to think of how to get in the BSAA without being recognized. She drove to the commerce and saw a fantasy's store. She parked her car and entered the store. She didn't take long to decide her new look and bought a blonde wig and green lens.
It was Friday evening. Chris was in his cabin at the BSAA Main Headquarters. He looked excited and couldn't hardly wait for his shift to be over so he could celebrate his 8th Valentine's Day with Evana. So long had passed and there were things that still felt like when everything started. Celebrations still had their magic and their routine was something he appreciated when he returned home from work. He hated spending so much time away from them, working and traveling, but he reasoned that he was sacrificing time with them for a greater good and to ensure their futures. There were 8 years of ups and downs just like every couple go through, but they always managed to overcome the hard phases. There were mutual efforts to continue building and cultivating their love story.
He had asked his sister to watch out his children for tonight with the help of their nanny. He really wanted and thought he and Eva deserved a night just for them. Claire immediately agreed with the idea, she loved her nieces and nephew and somehow it was a good routine change for her and Owen. They would have the house full and continue their parenting practice.
He checked his watch and stood up from his chair. He turned off the computer and the lights of his cabin. As he made his way through the bustling corridor of the BSAA to the parking lot, more memories came back to him and brought a smile to his face. He remembered how they spent their very first Valentines' Day back in 2013 when they still lived in Bohma. He started the engine and drove home to pick Evana up and take her to her favorite restaurant downtown where they had a romantic dinner at a private table at the porch.
They enjoyed the night air and their favorite song playing on the radio. They finished their dinner and stood up from their seats to dance a little. When the song stopped they made sure to remake their vows and polished off the best bottle of their favorite wine.
"I'll always remember tonight" she spoke smiling brightly looking into his eyes
"Me too!" he replied and leaned down to kiss her very gently on the lips
"Let's go home. I'd like to have my dessert now. Wouldn't you like a piece of pie?"
He smiled, "Of course my love", and then he drove them back home and ran upstairs to their love nest
Evana had already arranged the room set up in a romantic way – who was going to be where they would finish their special night with golden key.
When they reached the door, Chris opened it and Evana went in first. He went in after her and closed the door behind them. Evana turned around and kissed him, "I love you"
"I love you too" Chris said as he unzipped Evana's dress. If fell to the floor. He stood and just stared at his wife's body, she didn't have anything underneath her dress.
"I wanted it to be as easy as pie" she said smiling
They laughed and embraced each other. This night was for them. a night with no worrying if some one was coming in their bedroom or call for them. just for them to make love as long as they could, which turned out to be all night long. They both wanted each other and there was no holding back. It was long passionate love, no rushing – just pleasure, on and on, and on. It was sweet love with bits of hot sauce.
When the sun came up that morning they woke up, still in each other'sarms, still in each other's embrace.
they smiled at each other, and said good morning, at the same time. Chris kissed Evana and said, "Do we really have to get up?"
"Yes, we do. Remember we have to go to the BSAA for that decoration?"
"I need some sleep now!" he replied with a husky voice
She laughed, "I'm going to shower" she planted a kiss on his lips. Chris opened his eyes and joined her.
Thank you HerpDerp, silver scropion and Xaori for your words :D
I hope you liked it and the chapter was supposed to be longer, but then I realized it was already long enough and I didn't want to confuse anyone because the next chapter we will see what happens at the BSAA! muhauhhahau xD
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