Hiding in the Devil's Bed (by Malea Cox) novel Chapter 64

Amelia recalled Landon’s teachings. “Never show weakness. If you have one, keep it hidden” if she gave in to threats today, there would

Having made up her mind, Amelia strode to her office door and instructed her secretary, “Call the police.”

“Amelia, are you really willing to give up your mother’s pendant?” Pamela asked in disbelief.

A cold glint seemed to flicker in Amelia’s eyes. “What good is a diamond pendant?

nt? Will it bring my mother back?”

“But it’s all you have left of her, Pamela protested desperately, holding up the pendant one more time.

“My mother left these belongings as a memento, not as leverage for your threats.” Amelia’s voice was cold, her delicate features hardening into steel. “Co ahead, destroy it if you want. I’ll have you charged with extortion and property damage faster than you can dial your lawyer.”

Despite her small stature, the shear intensity radiating from her made it clear this was no empty threat. She meant every syllable.

Pamela finally realized Amelia would rather see the diamond pendant destroyed than give in to blackmail. She knew exactly how Amelia had managed to put Walter and Melissa behind bars. If Elizabeth hadn’intervened, Zachary would be in prison, too.

Pamela, as a high society lady, would never allow herself to be saddled with such accusations. Her fingers tightened around the diamond pendant, but the courage to destroy it faltered

“Mrs. Kingsley, the police have been notified, her secretary informed her.

“Good, I’ll wait.” Amelia returned to her executive chair, resuming her work. Even if her mind was elsewhere, she had to maintain a facade of composure.

Today, it was either Pamela backing down or Amelia losing. And losing was not an option for Amelia

As expected, Pamela wavered. Her voice schened. “Amy, why are we letting things get so ugly?”

“My mother’s belongings were left to me. Melissa had no right to give it to you–that’s theft. And knowing that, you still accepted it? You’re just as guilty.” Amelia’s words were like sharp ice, piercing Pamela’s composure.

Pamela’s face went pale, the diamond pendant suddenly burning hot in her hand. After a hesitant moment, she decided to concede, if only to save face. “Fine, give it back,”

“No need to wait for the police, then?” Amelia arched an eyebrow, a smirk playing on her lips

“Since Matthew’s situation has nothing to do with you anymore, I’ll return this to you. You can take back that order you just gave. We’re both Noravans after all–we’re bound to run into each other again, right?” Pamela said through gritted teeth,

“Alright,” Amelia replied, accepting the diamond pendant with barely concealed reliet. Thanks to Landon’s guidance, she’d managed to recover her mother’s memento without making any compromises

But she wasn’t finished. Her eyes glinted as she pulled Sandra’s birth certificate from her drawer. “Mrs. Foster, I believe in fair exchanges. Here’s something in return.”

“What’s this?” Pamela muttered as she examined the document. Her face went pale. “Sandra’s illegitimate?”

“I don’t know anything about it.” Amelia replied quietly.

“She was born before you.” Pamela’s expression darkened. All her life, she’d looked down on children born out of wedlock, and now her son had married

The thought of this scandal reaching her social circle made her stomach turn. Her follow socialites would have a field day with this piece of gossip.

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“Hrs. Foster, I’m afraid I have other matters to attend to Amelia said firmly, her polite dismissal clear a

Clutching the birth certificata, Pamela stormed out, determined to confront Sandra.

Once she’d left, Aaron walked in with an amused smile. “Well played, Mrs. Kingsley. One fake police call and she couldn’t get out of hi

“Kingsley Group’s secretary was sharp enough not to actually call the police,” Amelia said, her Dingers tracing the diamond pendant as tears i her eyes. “Mom” she thought silently, her heart aching

“Mr. Kingsley himself was once blackmailed by Henry with family heirlooms too,” Aaron smiled.

Amelia shook her head in disbelief. Why does everyone resort to the same trick? Picturing Landon’s reaction in her mind, she asked curiously, “So wur did he do? Did he give in to the blackmail?”

“Mr. Kingsley handled it exactly the same way you did today, Mrs. Kingsley, Aaron said with a knowing smile. “You two really are a perfect match.”

Amelia froze for a moment, her cheeks flushing. “Oh, stop it,” she protested. “I just learned from the best.”

Aaron just smiled without saying a word.

“Did you get everything I asked for?” Amelia asked, tucking away the diamond pendant and getting down to business.

“Everything’s been purchased. Here’s the list, Aaron replied eagerly, handing over the gift list with a broad grin.

Amelia rolled her eyes. “Wipe that smile off your face. I’m not pregnant.”

“Huh?” Aaron’s eyes widened in confusion. “Then what’s all this for?”

“it’s a gift for someone else,” Amelia replied coolly

Aaron stood there dumbfounded, his mind racing with questions.

“Well, I’m heading out,” Amelia said, grabbing her car keys. ‘Not bad for a day’s work at two million dollars,‘ she thought with a smug grin..

Aaron watched her leave, disappointed that Landon wasn’t about to be a father.

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Following the address Landon had given her, Amelia found herself in front of a house in Greenville, on the east side of the city. The garden was a riot climbing roses, their sweet fragrance dritting through the air, lending an artistic charm to this residence.

Moments after Amelia knocked, the door swung open.

“Can Thelp you? The elderly woman who answered appeared to be in her seventies, but her eyes sparkled with vitality, and her cheeks glowed with

health.

Amelia hesitated, thinking she’d gotten the wrong house. After double–checking the house number, she said, “Hi, um, Landon sent me!”

“Oh, I see.” The older woman’s face broke into a warm smile as she gave Amelia an appraising look from head to toe.

Amelia shifted uncomfortably under the scrutiny, wondering if this woman was related to Landon’s mistress or perhaps a caretaker he’d hired to look

after her.

Amelia walked in carrying several shopping bags full of maternity supplies, only to find an elderly woman in the house ‘Where’s the woman who’s carrying Landon’s baby?” she wondered.

“What’s your relationship with Landon?” the elderly woman asked.

“I’m his legal wife,” Amelia replied, glancing around the room. “And you are.”

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*Landon calls me Diana, and you may

you may do the same.”

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