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Chapter 61 - The Mistress
"You have no idea what I've done for your father, so you have no right to speak to me like that!" She yelled, full of resentment.
"You know, Celeste, you know just a fraction compared to the whole truth. You even reopened that cunning woman's case, huh? Why? Because of the evidence handed to you by the Riofloridas and the Fuentebellas?""It's because they're more believable than you! You were my dad's mistress! You did everything to remove Mommy from her position, and you took her place as the wife and queen of the Yuchengcos! You're too greedy. You're too hungry and thirsty for love and wealth because you've never experienced it, not once!" I exclaimed, painfully recovering from her slap.My teeth were gritted, and I cursed multiple times."You deliberately got pregnant by dad! You planned everything and succeeded! You and your best friend, William Johnsons, right? You kidnapped Mom, took her to Aomori, and killed her there, right? Tell me that the accusations against yRelated chapters
After This Night Chapter 62 - Almost
"They're still looking for her until now. She was no longer in the place where the accident happened. I'm sure she's hiding somewhere else," Aurora said as she talked to Kim and Oliver. "That fucking old woman.""How can she be implicated in what happened to Celeste? Arik is still in a coma. He's the only witness to what really happened, whether she was pushed by that old woman or not."I turned away from their direction. I didn't want to hear that. I can't bear to hear what they're saying. All that's on my mind right now is Arik's condition.My daughter Ariah is still upset because of what happened. She couldn't be with her dad for long since children aren't allowed in the ICU.She couldn't stop crying when she found out what happened to her dad. And it breaks my heart just thinking about it."Celeste," Oliver called me.I ignored him."Celeste, there's someone who wants to talk to you. I'll leave you two alone.""W-who?" I stuttered, still not looking at hi
After This Night Chapter 63 - Mute
To Aurora: Just for a little while. I just want to see him, Au. Please.From Aurora: Celeste, what you're saying isn't possible. Have you forgotten your last encounter with Arik? If we hadn't been there, he might have pushed you away.To Aurora: I won't show myself to him. I just want to see him. I miss him so much. Please.From Aurora: God, you're so stubborn. If Oliver finds out about this, he'll be mad at me.To Aurora: He won't find out.Aurora: Wait for me there!A few minutes passed before Aurora arrived. Fortunately, Oliver wasn't home, and everyone was already asleep. We quickly sneaked out towards the bar where Arik was. I took out my phone and typed there before showing it to Aurora.How did you know he's at the bar? Who's with him?"Someone from his staff told me. They all decided to go out, and he went along. Yumi is with him too," she said, causing me to freeze.My hands trembled. I felt like I couldn't speak even more.Yumi, the only woman he remembers for some unknown r
After This Night Chapter 64 - Clinging to His Arm
Every day, Ariah talks to me and tries to help me speak, but all I can managed were nods and gestures. The guilt that pierces my heart grows deeper with each passing day because I feel like she's suffering more because of my condition.If it were up to me, I'd want to speak again immediately, as if the world suddenly stopped because of what happened.I've been absent from work for weeks because of this. I've been unable to fulfill my responsibilities properly. Although I learned basic sign language, it still isn't enough. It's not satisfying."Just let me know if there's any change in your condition, even a slight one. I'll be on my way now." She bid me farewell. I signed my thanks to her before she left.I remained there for a few more minutes until Mom suddenly took a seat next to me.She looked more relaxed compared to the past few weeks because Dad has woken up. We're also relieved that the case against Victoria is progressing since Dad has given his sta
After This Night Chapter 65 - Desperate
"Mommy, when will Daddy come back to us. Is he still on vacation?" Ariah asked me while I looked at the large mirror in our room.I could see her reflection beside me, brushing the hair of her doll.As much as I wanted to answer her, I wished I could tell her the truth, but I couldn't. What if I told her, and it only confused her more? How would I explain everything to her when I couldn't speak?She lifted her gaze to me and handed me her notebook. I took it and quickly wrote down just enough for her to understand each word.It will take some time, baby. Hopefully, things will get better, and he'll be back with us soon. Don't lose hope, okay?I saw her furrow her brow as she read what I wrote. After a while, she looked at me again and hugged me tightly."I understand, Mom. I know you're also having a hard time because he's not here now. I'm here, though. While Daddy is away, I'll be strong for you."I gasped when I heard her say that. I qu
After This Night Chapter 66 - Beg For You
I love everything about Arik. It isn't easy being in love with him and not being able to express or even say it to him.And looking at him like this right now, with an unknown anger very visible in his eyes, is the most painful thing I've experienced. It's even more painful than when I found out it would take a while before I can speak again."How do you know about that guy? Is he also one of the men you're choosing now to save yourself from your family's mess?" He continued questioning me about various things that I couldn't comprehend.Right. He doesn't remember even Rusty.Sometimes, I wonder if this has something to do with the rumors Yumi has been spreading about me to him.I can't help but wonder what exactly Yumi told him to make him this angry at me, as if I've committed some grave offense against him, enough to insult me like this.Arik chuckled and continued to puff on his cigarette. I stepped away slightly to avoid the smoke."Right. You
After This Night Chapter 67 - Permanently
"Tell them my name. The full name. Quickly!""Let me go first. You've been at it since earlier!" Kim interjected, stopping Aurora and stepping forward."Tell them how beautiful I am, Celeste." She instructed me.I just stared at the two of them like they were crazy. They've been asking me to do this since a while ago, and I can't tell if they're messing with me or genuinely happy for me."Y-you both can leave now," I stammered with my still shaky voice.They both clapped their hands in excitement, shouting even louder. I'm not sure if we're audible outside my office, and I'd be embarrassed if we were."Oh my God! Oh my God! It's true! You can talk again! Damn, Celeste! I'm so happy for you!" Aurora exclaimed with joy, bounding over to me to give me a hug."You're acting like an idiot! She attended a meeting earlier, you know. What more proof do you need?" Kim teased her and approached me for a hug as well. We ended up in a group hug."But I'm
After This Night Chapter 68 - Last Kiss
As I opened the conversation after a few minutes of silence during our journey, I asked, "Why does Yumi so casual to you? Are you close?"He glanced at me briefly and shrugged."She's our family lawyer. Actually, you're the only one who calls me by my last name often," he explained, surprising me."Huh? Why? Don't you like your last name?""It's not like that. I just hate it some time, that's all."I winced. "So, I'm forbid to call you by your last name then?"Rusty tilted his head to the side to look at me. "It's up to you, Celeste. Anything goes."I nodded and smiled. "Alright then."Somehow, I'm starting to like the budding friendship between us. He's a good coworker and friend.One might need to chase him, given his strong appeal and handsome looks."Where are we going again?" he asked, nudging me as I seemed lost in thought."Mother Theresa Hospital.""Who are you visiting there? Do you have a check-up today?" he conti
After This Night Chapter 69 - Final Message
From Rusty: Let me know when you're going. I'll come with you, Celeste.From Rusty: Please take care.I smiled at the message from Rusty. I quickly replied and then headed to Ariah's room. I found her there, writing quietly at her small study table, her unicorn beside her. When I looked at what she was writing, it seemed to be a journal."Is my baby busy?" I playfully asked as I sat down on the floor near her.She glanced at me and gave a subtle smile. "I'm writing my diary, Mommy.""Wow, you never told me you have a diary."She paused in her writing and adjusted her long, curly hair."I'll give you this when I finish filling up this whole notebook," she said. I smiled and nodded.I stared at her for a moment. She looks so much like me, but she inherited her eyes from Arik. They have the same eye color and shape—almond-shaped—so when she's angry, sulking, or sad, she resembles her father."I
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