Chapter: EPILOGUE RIEKA POV THE NEXT MORNING " Baby stop crying" Gabriel beseeches a crying baby hope as he rocks her back and forth, but she doesn't stop instead she increases her crying " What is wrong with her?. Why can't she stop crying?" He ask in frustration. " Maybe you are holding her wrong" I inform as I raise from the seat where I breast fed Miracle and walk towards him." I seriously doubt. I think she might just be hungry" He suggests " She just ate. You know what?. Let's switch. Carry Miracle and I would do same for Hope" I suggest " That could work" He says as he hands her over and I give him Miracle " Don't cry baby" I say gently rocking her" I am telling you babe. Hope is a lot of work, why can't she be like cute little Miracle over here " He says shamelessly" I thought Hope was your favorite" I ask with an unimpressed frown. " Apparently I was wrong. She cries too much" He says shamelessly, and I burst into laughter. " I hope you wouldn't say same about Miracle, when he beg
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Chapter: FINALEGABRIEL POV Ralph is dead, without telling me where my wife and children are.' Where are my children, and my wife'- I think reverting back into my human form ' I will look for her'- I here Lowell say weakened via mind link ' Please hurry'- I beseech him,before he begins the search ' I found her' He says ' She's that building' Joy overwhelms me and I immediately run into the building.The door wasn't locked so getting in was pretty easy.' In there'- He says directing me to a room door. I open it and there she is lieing in bed with two beautiful babies lieing next to her and and old woman sitting there." Gabriel" She calls out as she tries to sit upright " Who is he?" The old woman ask" My husband" She says simply " Why are you naked?" She ask confused and the only thing I can think of is to go on my knees and hug her, in relief. " Thank goodness you are safe" I whisper in her ear" I am happy you are fine too" She says with a smile as she pulls away. " Are these mine?" I
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Chapter: SEMI FINALE RIEKA POV 30 minutes of pushing and all for what?. For nothing. The babies heads aren't even showing. It must be due to the fact that the pregnancy hasn't reached full term." Push one more time" She beseeches me. " I am tired" I tell her in tears as sweat drips down my skin profusely. I am exhausted and seriously don't think I can push anymore." Just try sweetheart. You can do it" She encourages, and I summon courage for one more push." I see the baby's head. Keep pushing"She says with a reassuring smile " I can't anymore. I give up" I confess as I feel all my strength fleeing me" Just try" She says" I can't" I cry shaking my head from side to side " Miss what's your name?" She ask " Rieka ma'am" I say in between pants " Do you love your kids?" She ask " Of course" I mutter with a confused frown, as I find myself unable to speak " Then stop wining like a baby, and push these babies out, or do you want to be known as the one responsible for your children dead" She says i
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Chapter: THE FIGHT RIEKA POV Two hour of agonizing torture, those are the only words I can use to describe this experience. This pain can be felt as strong cramping in my abdomen, groin, and back, as well as there is an achy feeling in my stomach. I experience pains in my sides and thighs as well. The contractions tend to become longer, stronger and more frequent as the labour progresses. I experience pressure in my lower back and rectum, and I feel an urge to push." Ralph, take me to the hospital now" I command in tears as I pace back and forth in an effort to release some of the pain " I told you, I already ordered Sam to get you a midwife. I don't know why he is taking forever to get here" He yells in frustration " Don't you dare yell at me. This is all your fault moroon" I yell equally angry as I feel like my waist is about to split into halves." What did I do now?" He ask confused " Shut up. Your voice is annoying me" I yell " God, what did I get myself into?. What type of trouble is thi
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Chapter: BATTLE LINE GABRIEL POV I drive to the estate gates and see an unexpected face, Kelvin standing there having an acrimonious dispute with the estate security. " Kelvin" I call out as I bring the car to a halt and jump out." Bo....Boss....." He responds with a shaky voice " Why are you here?. Shouldn't you be at the hospital with Rieka?" I ask confused " I......You see......The thing is......" He babbles " Where is Rieka anyway?" I ask looking around ,but yet no sign of her " Boss, Mrs Rieka got kidnapped" He says with much difficulty " What do you mean by she got kidnapped?" I ask unimpressed. ' What he says doesn't make any sense'" The thing is after we left home. I drove to the estate gate, and realized that the gates were locked, so I decided to head to the gate man's post to check what the problem was, but unfortunately when I got there, I was attacked with a stick to the head, and I lost consciousness. When I woke, she was gone, and so was the car" He says, and I immediately burst i
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Chapter: KIDNAPPED GABRIEL POV Another day, another nag. Rieka is frustrating the life out of me and I can't do anything about it, because it's not her fault. it's this stupid hormonal changes that are changing my sweet little wife into some kind of an annoying nag." Gabriel are you even listening to me?. I said I wouldn't ride in that smelly car of your to go see the doctor" She yells, pulling me out of my thoughts " I got you babe. I will drive you in your car then. Just give me a moment to get dressed" I inform " Wait. Don't you have work?" She inquires calmly in a concerned manner.Again with the mood swings. I wonder what is going on in her mind now. " Yes I do but this is way more important" I inform her knowing fully well that she was just to trap me." Nonsense. I say you go to work. Besides you would have to take a 2 months leave when I give birth next week, so that you can take care of me and our babies. Let Kelvin take me." She says in a convincing manner, confusing me the more. I mean
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Chapter: CHAPTER 80ROMAN POVI dismount, approach Darrick with respect,"Thanks for letting Claire go with us," I say, gratitude in effect.Darrick nods, resigned, "No problem, Roman," hollow tone,My eyes narrow, sensing something's not quite shown."Darrick, is everything okay?" I ask with concern,His gaze drifts to Rose, longing in his eyes, forlorn."No, Roman," he admits, tormented, "I still love her so,"Vixen, Rose, my heart sinks, unexpected, I know.My face hardens, protective, "Rose is mine, Darrick," I warn,Firm, Darrick's eyes flash, acknowledging defeat, torn."I know," he whispers, resigned, "But I couldn't help myself,"My voice softens, sympathy, "Darrick, move on," I advise with wealth."For your own good," I add, gentle, Darrick nods, empty, hollow,I return to Rose, mount our horse, "We're leaving," I say, firm, to follow.Darrick watches as we ride away,From him, from his love, unrequited, forever to stay.My arm wraps around Rose's waist, secure, possessive,"Mine," I whisper, cl
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Chapter: CHAPTER 79SAPPHIRE POVI watch Roman and Rose, reunited and happy as can be,My heart aches with regret, why did I meddle, why interfere with glee?Darrick's eyes mirror mine, sorrow and remorse we share,We exchanged a glance, regret and guilt we can't bear."What have we done?" I whisper, tears welling up inside,Darrick's voice barely audible, "I lost her," he can't hide."Rose, forever," his eyes well up, tears fall like the rain,"I'm sorry," I offer, useless words, but all I can obtain.Darrick shakes his head, resigned, "It's my fault," he confesses true,Self-blame in his voice, a sorrow that we both pursue.I take his hand, comfort offered, "We both made mistakes," I say,Shared guilt and regret, our hearts heavy, lost along the way.Darrick's gaze drifts to Roman and Rose, happy and free,While we're trapped in regret, a pain that's all we see."Let's leave," I suggest, escape this heartache and sorrow,Darrick nods in agreement, we turn and walk away tomorrow.Away from what could've
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Chapter: CHAPTER 78DARRICK POVI kneel beside Rose, pleading and desperate,"Reconsider," I beg, one last chance to erase." I was desperate. I was confused. Mom tricked me. She assured me you weren't going to get hurt" He begs in tears as he continues his stupid lies" I love you Vixen with all of my heart. God knows that"Rose's expression remains unyielding and firm,"Darrick," she says, "I don't love you anymore, my heart's torn.""My heart belongs to another," she confesses true,"Roman," she whispers, love shining through.My chest constricts in pain, overwhelmed and defeated,Memories haunt me, what I had, what I've retreated.Self-loathing consumes me, tears fall silent and dark,I whisper "Forgive me" to myself, to Rose, but forgiveness leaves its mark.@@@@@@@@@@@@ROSE POVI wake up groggy, Darrick still kneeling beside,Eyes red-rimmed from tears, a sorrowful, regretful tide."Darrick," I say firm, "we need to talk," I declare,"About Claire, our daughter, her well-being's paramount, we must
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Chapter: CHAPTER 77ROMAN POV"Sapphire, what happened?" I demand, panic rising."I thought she went with you," Sapphire stammers, fear etched on her face."Darrick took her horseback riding," she adds.My grip tightens on the phone. Alone. No Sapphire. No protection.My mind races. Darrick's obsession. Vixen's past. Danger lurks."Find them," I bark at Sapphire. Now. Get them back. Safe.Sapphire's voice trembles. "Roman, I—" Guilt and regret in her tone."Go!" I shout into the phone. Sapphire's sobs echo as I slam the phone down.Pacing frantically, I plan to rescue Rose from Darrick, protect my love at all costs.============="Sapphire, calm down," I tell her firmly, but she's hysterical."You don't understand," she cries desperately. "What Rose went through with Darrick before."My jaw clenches. "I trust Rose," I insist resolutely.Sapphire's eyes flash. "Trust?" she spits. "You're blind."My patience wears thin. "Sapphire, stop," I warn.The rain intensifies outside."Rain's getting worse," Sapphir
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Chapter: CHAPTER 76ROMAN POVAs I gaze at Rose, sleeping peacefully in bed,My heart swells with love and protection, filling my head.I lean down, brushing my lips against her forehead so bright,"Good morning, beautiful," I whisper, gentle, without a fight.Then I turn and leave the room, seeking Claire's shining light,My little girl, full of joy, my heart takes flight."Claire, sweetie," I ask, serious, "do you want a new sister to love?"Claire's face lights up, "Yes! Yes!" she squeals, bouncing up and down from above."Why do you want a sister?" I ask, curious, bending down,"To play with!" Claire exclaims, eyes sparkling all around.I smile, knowing what I must do, to make our family whole,Adopting Rose's other daughter, giving Claire a sister to call.My mind is resolute, I'll face any challenge, any test,For my family's love and happiness, I'll do my best."I'll talk to Rose," I tell Claire, "and make it happen soon,"Claire claps, excited, "Yay! Thank you, Papa!" she croons.@@@@@@@@@@@ROSE
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Chapter: CHAPTER 75ROSE POVI step into the hotel lobby, elegant and serene,Roman and Helen wait outside, loading luggage, a helpful team.I approach the reception desk, with a smile so bright,"Welcome to—" the receptionist starts, but then a voice takes flight."Sapphire," a voice says, familiar, yet detestable too,I turn to face her, poised, polished, but fake, through and through."Sapphire, darling," I say sweetly, with a hint of disdain,"Still clinging to Darrick?" I ask, with a playful, teasing refrain.Sapphire's eyes narrow, her smile forced, a fake concern,"Don't think you've won this round," she warns, with a hint of scorn.My eyes lock onto hers, "Game on," I say with a grin,Sapphire's gaze falters, before she recovers, but I win.Roman appears at my side, supportive and strong,"Ready?" he asks, and I nod, leaving Sapphire seething, all wrong.Roman's arm wraps around me, "Everything okay?" he whispers low,I nod, for now, but this isn't over, no.===============I step into the hotel
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