It had all happened so quickly. One second they were strolling through the park, enjoying their evening together and the next, the two were surrounded by a bunch of hooded robbers.Gadreel remembered thinking that he could handle them all, protect Evangeline and make sure nothing happened to her, bu
The last thing Evangeline remembered before all had gone black was Gadreel running towards her, the sound of his voice and the feeling of his hand wrapped around her.However, the next time she came to, the sound of hospital machines beeping, blinding ceiling lights and the pungent smell of disinfec
Once alone, Evangeline fixed her full attention on Gadreel.“Gadreel, what’s going on?” She asked. “Why are you and your grandmother acting as if something huge has happened? Tell me?” She demanded.Gadreel was silent as he tried to figure out the easiest way to break the news to her.But after seve
Although she had talked big about never contacting him again, Evangeline found herself, several days later, calling him for any dose of the Essence of Oblivion.She chewed nervously on her finger while waiting for the line to pick up, and when it finally did, a male’s voice came through the speaker.
Since her visit to the orphanage had been cut short, Ivory decided the next best place to go to, would be the hospital.However, that sentiment seemed to change the moment she arrived there and was blocked by none other than Samantha, her lovely stepmother.Sense the sarcasm there?“What are you doi
The following morning, Ivory woke up to three things, all of which were annoying in their own way.First, her phone was blowing up with messages and notifications, which were coming in nonstop.Secondly, there was an ache in her head. One so strong, that it was almost unbearable.And thirdly, was in
Evangeline, still in the hospital, was biting her nail, while staring at the television. The news currently playing, was all about Ivory’s action.From there, some people were comparing the two sisters, stating that if one can behave like this, the other one is sure to do the same.News like this wa
Or so she thought, but one of news reporter had something to say.“Ms. Remington, is it safe for all of us to assume that your actions yesterday was instigated by the news of your sister getting engaged to Mr. Ødegaar?”Ivory stiffened. “Pardon?”“Well, it only just recently came to our attention, a
And her dress, was the prettiest, most elegant, and most beautiful, piece of garment, Gadreel had ever laid his eyes on.It was simple, yet, beautiful.Her makeup, was done perfectly, bringing out the natural beauty of her skin and the color of her eyes.And the jewelry, added a touch of elegance, a
It had been months since Ivory and Gadreel had announced their engagement.And well, the moment the news had been spread, their phones had never stopped ringing, everyone calling and congratulating the couple.The news, had come as a surprise to everyone, because, despite being divorced, and their r
Ivory was happy, her heart was swelling with the amount of love and happiness she was feeling, and her lips were tugged up in a smile.“You better.” She said and placed her hands over his, her smile, widening. “Because, I’m never letting you go, Gadreel Ødegaar.”The smile on Gadreel's lips mirrored
“It’s your reward, I’m pregnant.”Ivory, could barely hear her own voice. Her heart was thumping, her palms were sweating and her entire body was trembling slightly with anticipation.She was nervous, and she was right to be, because, well, the man standing in front of her, had gone completely silen
Gadreel didn't move for a while, his eyes searching hers, looking for any hint of uncertainty, or deceit, but finding none, he allowed himself to breathe a sigh of relief as he got up and pulled her into a hug, his arms encircling her waist, and his head resting on her shoulder."Thank you, Ivory."
The ride home was quiet, each party, was individually engrossed in their thoughts, safe for the fact that, the had totally different thoughts.Gadreel had a lot to say, and he was not about to hold them back, and Ivory, well, her thoughts were filled with questions, and worry, worries, not for her o
“However, I’d be taking her off your hands now.”Damien was silent for a few seconds. It was clear that he was thinking, deeply, but one glance behind his shoulder and a lingering stare, was all it took for him to get the answer for whatever deep thought he had been pondering.“Fine.” He finally spo
Tracing where her eyes lingered, Damien realized what it was and gave her a small smile.“Go on, but don’t take too long.”Ivory’s face immediately lit up and she nodded, rushing into the shop like a giddy school girl.As she looked around, she could feel the excitement bubbling inside her. She coul
Give or take, three weeks had passed since Ivory had woken up. Damien, ever the charming savior, had taken his time and cared for her, providing her with supplements that not only aided her recovery, but also helped with her unborn child.Ivory was grateful for that, however the fact that she had no