Chapter 2 THE NIGHT EVERYTHING CHANGED

The consuming table was modified and embellished with a chandelier that cast sparkling light, developing an environment and reflecting off the polished silverware and high-quality china. With little electricity left in her chair,

Nicole Perez has emerged as able to revel in herself after the commencement party's success. Although she had modified right into a beautiful emerald silk gown, her conventional ivory gown was no longer on her thoughts, and she also wanted to experience the load of commencement day nonetheless.

She heard thundering applause, saw herself carrying an orange feather headdress, and felt happy together with her accomplishment because the first member of their own family to graduate from university.

Opposite her, Nicole's mom, Sophie, has turned out to be frolicking through the kitchen and dining room like she was born to throw parties. She skillfully proportioned trays complete with roasted duck and creamy cake risotto. This behavior has become an unusual incident for her.

Graciously in satisfaction, Sophie reached for a bottle of fancy champagne and exclaimed: "Bless Nicole!".

The sound she emits is reminiscent of the musical exercise of repeating the toast. "She changed into the primary character to graduate with a bachelor's diploma, Perez!". With a mocking expression, Nicole's younger sister, Berry, smiled at her.

With his match on his wide shoulders, Nicole's dad, Charles, relaxed in his chair and commemorated Nicole's legacy with a noisy shout.

When Nicole smiled, holding her glass, she felt part of the action. "To.. the family," she whispered, besides conveying her intended message. "For all the sacrifices we've made".

They all blinked their glasses collectively, the sound being as easy as bells.

Berry, her hair falling beneath the lights, moved closer to Nicole and looked very interested. Has the statement "Is Mexico City overpopulated? Have you been to a rooftop birthday party?" Nicole nodded and laughed aloud, gesturing with delight.

Nicole shook her fork and said that the challenge has become no longer being focused on tequila and tacos. "I almost felt like I was struggling due to the amount of food I had eaten up.".

What an achievement! We were given the task to write a twenty-page thesis every week for Professor Ruiz. Hooray! I was so busy I didn't even eat, only coffee and frantic panic, of course.

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With a snort in his voice, Charles appeared lower again at the memory and smiled. "Pressure is answerable for diamonds, Nicole.". He pointed to Berry and emphasized the importance of engaging with your classmates. "It's vital to take notes in your admission into Stanford.".

Berry's tone ended up hazy as she replied, "Okay sir.".

Charles pointed at Berry with a knife in an upright position, retaining the distractions at bay.

Or focus on that...what is that thing? TikTok nonsense.".

While Berry was prepared to argue, Charles began coughing up, and his face turned purple. What happened? What happened?

When Nicole passed the chair and it squeaked, she leaped up at once and ran to the kitchen.

Immediately afterward, she handed a glass of water over, and her shoes were shaking so badly that she couldn't stop them. With a burst of pride, Charles consumed it and gave her reassurance. He even managed to cough up his breath in between each swallow.

It became dense, nearly obstructing in places. With an out-of-region urge for food, Nicole stopped looking at her plate with an absent eye.

Charles' voice regained an almost casual tone as he cleared his throat

He said to Nicole "You will be getting married to Andrew Barrett as "a legacy."".

Nicole iced up. "Married... what?".

"We concluded this information and settled the matter after speaking to his father. Although the Barrett deal is within reason uncertain, it'll make sure the whole lot. You'll meet him on Sunday.".

Moments passed because the area seemed to tilt in all directions. Her heart raced in Nicole's chest. "Wait, are you trading me?". Would it be correct to offer a reason for me as being worried about a business enterprise affiliation?

Sophie gasped with shock. "Nicole!". "Your father is trying to put together a great, favorable life.".

With her napkin slipping from her lap, Nicole pondered what might come next. "I have graduated!".

I've been given internships lined up! I've my plans!".

With a sharp voice, Charles informed the captive what to do: "Come once more."

It was clear that Nicole answered the question, "What are you going to do?".

At this very moment, Sophie grabbed her wrist and prevented her from walking out. "Don't be afraid!". After the whole thing we've got...-".

A loud crash passed off all of a sudden.

The French doors opened, shattering the glass overlaying the floor. Seven masked intruders entered the region, weapons pointed inside the path of the desk, and shouted "Get down!" as one person's voice echoed at some point in the room.

Time is regarded as frozen.

The leader's unwavering gaze prompted Nicole to experience a breath of easy air as she stared at him. The special men sped, with their weapons, trying to find any potential threats, at the same time as one zipped back and fled the scene.

The leader set free some other yell, after which he fired a shot into the ceiling.

The plaster dust at the consuming table induced it to go along with the glide like a peculiar snowmelt.

Charles brought on Sophie, after which he shoved Berry underneath the table, a mixture of fury and worry. Her knees had been bowed as Nicole fell. This can not be authenticated, as it is not taking place!

They went straight to the dining room, seeing Perez's family trembling.

The leader laughed and said, "So you guys are afraid."

He did not hesitate to eat the rest of Nicole's party and drink her father's whiskey.

The intruder grabbed Nicole's hair and forced her to look up, at the same time as he held the gun to her brow. "Where would you like me to get around?" was the response of a husky voice.

Meanwhile, Berry was in tears, the file cabinets and then she felt her body trembling a little and looked up.

With the gun firmly planted in the direction of her pores and skin, Nicole found out that this was no longer a regular act of theft. This is what occurred.