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A Dire Situation
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2025-01-11 01:13:56
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Rayna's POV.Although, I had it in mind to visit the hospital later in the day and surprisingly that was the more reason why Sera had to leave every other thing she was doing and instead return to me. However, it should have just been me coming to get examined by the doctor and not Sera. In the meantime, I stared at her as she slept on the hospital cot with a cannula passed into her vein which delivered the liquid from the sack hanging on a metal pole into her body.“She will be fine.” the female doctor said, with an assuring nod. “All she needs right now is a little rest. She was just frightened, that's all.” “Thank you so much.” I said, turning to face her with a meaningful look in my eyes and a smile on my lips. “It could have been worse than this.” “You are welcome. If you would like to watch over her, then you might as well get a seat.” she said, bringing my attention to the chair behind me. “Standing won't make the situation any better than it is. Instead, it will only wear y
Last Updated : 2025-01-11BOUND BY VENGEANCE Love for a mother
Rayna's POV.I figured that if Sera didn't have the time to see her family, then perhaps they could come to see her. Besides, they needed to be aware of what happened to her should in case things go south. In the meantime, I sat on a bench outside Sera's ward as I allowed her a few more minutes with her mother. Although, she'd no idea whatsoever that I was waiting outside for her, but I sensed that she would want to spend more time with her mother. Watching a good number of people pass by, I noticed a little boy standing at a corner with his head hung low. Although, I couldn't get a good look at his face, but I could tell from his drooping shoulders that he wasn't happy. However, before making any move towards him, I swept my eyes all over the place in search of his mom, guardian or whoever it was that he followed down here. But then, everyone seemed so busy to even notice that he was there. Slowly, I righted myself from the seat and then walked up to him.“Why are you standing here
Last Updated : 2025-01-12BOUND BY VENGEANCE A Heartbreaking Sight
Rayna's POV.Again, I figured it would be a good opportunity to get something to eat for myself and Sera since that was what we wanted to do before the elevator incident. With a takeout bag in my grip, I approached the bench which I asked the little boy to sit on and wait for me. However, I couldn't find him there anymore. I froze, rooted to the spot as my heart gave a nervous jolt. Where in the world could he have possibly gone to? Although, with kids you might not really tell, that much I knew. However, he assured me that he would remain put just until I returned. But now, he is nowhere to be found.Standing there, I swept my eyes all over the place, especially behind me to see if he was following me. Perhaps, he couldn't bear the weight of the hunger anymore and so, he'd gone to look for me because then again, I was taking quite a long time to return. But, there was no sign of him. Knowing that he could have in the name of trying to kill time lost his way by deciding to take a walk
Last Updated : 2025-01-12BOUND BY VENGEANCE Too Many Questions
Rayna's POV.As the words fell upon my ears, I felt a sudden coldness that hits at the core. How could a little boy his age be so smart that he could have figured out that it was his mom who had just been taken out of the operating room? For a moment, I lost balance and composure: I wasn't in possession of my body anymore. Perhaps, he figured it out and took advantage of that moment when my hand suddenly slipped off from his head. “Mommy!” he cried, going after the doctors who'd just taken his mom out of the operating room. As the hallway echoed with his voice, I flinched, returning to the moment. Looking down, I couldn't find him. My heart shook. Immediately, I turned around and found him running towards the operating room. Without hesitating, I went after him. And, after taking a few steps, I caught up with him. However, by then he'd already drawn the attention of quite a lot of people around. Holding him still as he cried profusely, I heard the sound of footsteps coming my way as
Last Updated : 2025-01-13BOUND BY VENGEANCE Nothing to worry about
Rayna's POV.If she had stormed out of her ward in search of me because she was hungry, although it would seem absurd but, I would be able to handle that. Or perhaps, if she'd requested a nurse to help her get something to eat in my name, then that works still. However, taking out the IV lines which were supposed to help her get better is a big no for me. I understand that she wants to return to work as soon as possible, but then, without a good health how does she expect to function well enough? If anything, she's been subjected to a lot of stress in the course of days graduating into weeks and likewise weeks into months, so if her body decides to breakdown then I won't be surprised. However, I'll only be surprised if she refuses to get treatment, which she's decided to do because her body deceives her into thinking that she's feeling good. And, perhaps there'll be no need for the treatment.“Do you realize what you're doing right now?” I asked, narrowing my gaze at the words. “You
Last Updated : 2025-01-13BOUND BY VENGEANCE Someday, Sometime
Rayna's POV.I actually thought a nurse was behind me when Sera said that, and perhaps I was blocking her path and so, she brought my attention to it so that I would step aside. However, turning back to face front, I felt a sudden coldness that hits at the core when I found Ethan standing by the door. For a brief moment, I exchange puzzled glances with her before returning my attention to him. If anything, I wasn't expecting to find him by the door, but outside on the bench just as I said to him. However, it seems like I took too long talking to her and he got worried. But then, I could only hope that he didn't hear much of our conversation. If possible, it would be nice if he didn't hear a thing.“Ethan, what are you doing here?” I asked, dropping the takeout bag on the hospital cot. “I thought I asked you to wait outside for me? What happened? What are you here?” “You were taking so long to come out again, so I got scared and decided to come check up on you.” he said, shooting his
Last Updated : 2025-01-14BOUND BY VENGEANCE A Made Up Mind
Rayna's POV“Ethan… Ethan?” I called, tapping him on the shoulder. “Wake up; it's late already, and we need to get you home.” I'm not so sure if he understood my words earlier, but then he cried as he realized that he might never see his mom again and eventually he fell asleep. On the other hand, I've had to return to my office to get a few things done while I asked Sera to watch over him and call perhaps, if his father drops by. However, there was no call from her which meant that his father didn't show up. But then, what kind of father would that be a man be not to be worried about the safety or whereabouts of his own son? In the meantime, he blinked his eyes awake after I'd tapped him several times. “Has my mom returned yet?” he asked, rubbing his eyes with the heels of his palms. “Has she come to take me back home?” “No, Ethan. Like I told you, your mom has gone somewhere far and won't be returning.” I said, helping him sit upright on the bed. “However, you can't stay here. It
Last Updated : 2025-01-14BOUND BY VENGEANCE A Little Favour
Rayna's POV.Well, it was rather obvious that he didn't have any idea whatsoever what he was saying because if he did, and perhaps understood the consequences, then he wouldn't have said that. Although, I wouldn't have allowed him to stay, but then, if Sera had agreed to pass the night in the hospital then it would have been a different ball game. But since she had no intention of doing so, then I'd to return him home. However, I already said that I wouldn't even allow him stay in the first place.“Look Ethan, I know how you feel right now.” I said, gripping his arms as I stared into his eyes. “But, we can't do this. Now's not a good time for us to argue about this. If anything, you should be on your way home right now, if not home already. You don't want your dad to get worried, or do you?” “He doesn't even care if I return home or not.” he said, shaking his head. “So, what's the point of doing so? If he really did care about me, then he should have come here to see my mom. But, he
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Rayna's POV.For one, I thought that it would be a good idea for Greene to join in the fun. You know, it would be a good opportunity for a perfect start with his son. But of course, I will in no way convince him otherwise. It is completely willingly. If he sees no reason to do so, and decides not to come, then good and fine. However, I only had Ethan's interest best at heart. In the meantime, the line went silent for a few seconds. It was as if I'd just asked of the impossible and his silence? Well, it was loud enough for me to know that he wasn't interested. Or perhaps, he was, but his ego wouldn't allow him and I could understand that. But then, if Ethan's mom would want to spend the day with him, then I don't think it should be different with him as the father.“I do hope that you can understand—” “The fact that you won't be able to come, right?” I asked, stealing the words from his lips as I cut him off. “Well, it is rather obvious and there's nothing to worry about. I just want
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Zane's POV.I had no idea it felt this good giving people a piece of your mind. I'm sure Jess would stay away from me for the next few days except she's really desperate, and I do not want to believe that she is. However, what I don't want is to be controlled by the words of an old man. Not only that but I don't want my life to be dictated by the words of two old men who were only seeking for ways to strengthen their friendship and make good money even if their decisions put my emotions in jeopardy.“Who was that?” my father asked, with an edge to his voice. “I know it's a lady. So, tell me who is she?” I hadn't even shut the door yet when he threw that question at me. Was that how curious he was or wasn't he able to watch me from the window like he does should anyone show up at the gate? I guess the darkness wasn't helping matters.“It was, Jess.” I said, walking towards the sitting room immediately I shut the door. “She thought about something which would really benefit us, and so
BOUND BY VENGEANCE An Innocent Question
Rayna's POV.I knew it was only a matter of time before they left. Talking about my mom and uncle. And, I was expecting it. I mean, who would decide to stay after everything I did. For one, they would have realized that they were never welcomed to begin with but then, I am still surprised they stayed that long regardless. In the meantime, Onyx walked past behind me.“Come here,” I called, with an edge to my voice. “What was that for?” If anything, she needed to understand her place as a worker in my house and not an opinion giver. And, for that reason she needn't join any conversation in the house unless she's asked to say something.“I don't understand ma'am.” she said, looking confused than she sounded. “Did I do something wrong?” “Really?” I asked, letting out a laughing scoff. “Are you asking me that right now? Or have you suddenly forgotten what you did earlier? Did I ever ask for your opinion while I was discussing with my neighbor as they called themselves?” I did the air qu
BOUND BY VENGEANCE A Word is Enough
Zane's POV.I knew that her reason for coming had something to do with the marriage arrangements. But then, I don't think I was speaking a different language when I made my intentions about it clear to her the last time. If anything, I made sure my words were easy enough to be understood even by a toddler. So, why is she here again after all the explanations I gave concerning the reasons why it wouldn't work out anymore?“Jess, I made it clear to you the last time that I want no part in the marriage anymore.” I said, shaking my head. “There is no point revisiting that issue because I won't change my mind. Look, I don't know what our fathers discussed but that marriage isn't going to happen.” “You can't do this, and you know that right?” she asked, narrowing her gaze at the words.“Why not?” I asked, with a shrug of my shoulder. “My father isn't the one who's getting married here. I am. So, I don't see any reason why I can't say that I'm not interested in this anymore.” “My father ha
BOUND BY VENGEANCE The Present Past
Zane's POV. Giving my father a piece of my mind is one of the few things I've always wanted to do. Perhaps, he must have felt a fraction of the pain I feel whenever he calls me a boy. But then, that's just the beginning of things yet to come. Should he keep disregarding my capacities then he'll be surprised to see what his doubts will turn me into? In the meantime, I gripped the doorknob, turned it open and then stepped into my room. All I had in mind to do was just to close my eyes and get some rest because I've had enough for the day. Standing in front of the mirror on the wall, I loosened my tie, took it off my neck. And, just as I began to undo the buttons on my shirt, my phone rang. I picked it up from the bedside table and glanced at the screen to know who was calling. It turned out to be Jessica. For one, I thought I made myself clear the last time we met that I want nothing to do with her anymore so, why in the world is she still trying to reach out to me?“What do you want
BOUND BY VENGEANCE Payback
Rayna's POV.I have no idea who assured them that I'm their neighbor. However, for all I care, I don't have anyone as a neighbor. So, wherever they got the idea from, then it's not too late to discard it. But then, it was rather obvious that they couldn't recognize me and well, I don't expect them to. Meanwhile, it's been over ten minutes since they arrived, but then, they'd been standing, expecting me to offer them a seat. Left to me, they would stand till we were done with whatever discussion they brought to me because I didn't ask them to come in the first place. And, I didn't tell them that I was in need of a neighbor. Perhaps, when they realize that they weren't welcomed, as adults who know what to do, they'll leave on their own.“You are still standing?” Onyx asked, crinkling her face in surprise as she held a long broom and dustpan in her grip. “And how is that any of your concern?” I shot back, with an edge to my voice. “You should focus more on your job. However, I need you
