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"Dad, I didn't come because I wanted you to apologize to me. I have forgiven you." Tears dropped down my cheek. The hug was full of love and comfort. At that moment, I pondered not returning to Ethan's home, but I knew I couldn't break the agreement we'd made, and my father understood that too."How have you been holding up?""Dad, it hasn't been easy, especially now that Ethan's father just returned." I looked up at my Dad and immediately noticed the change in his expression. "Is anything the problem?"He sighed, trying to hide his expression. "How's Ethan?""Dad, what's the problem? I actually came here because of Ethan's father."He leaned forward in his seat and asked, "Did he do or say anything to you?""Not really, but I think he isn't accepting me as Ethan's wife yet." "Is there something you think he knows about us?" "Uhmm. No, I mean, we aren't that famous or wealthy like them, so what could we possibly do to get his attention." He said."I really don't get why he'd beha
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"I would like to be alone please. And make sure you take care of yourself?""Yes ma'am." The night that followed was a sleepless one. I couldn't fathom the sudden shift in Ethan's conduct, and my anxiety for Nima weighed hard on my thoughts. I was so eager to know what his Father had against me. There were too many questions, and I badly wanted answers.I picked up my phone and called Thomas, we had exchanged numbers on the night of the business summit without Ethan's knowledge. "Hey Elah!" "Thomas, please I need to ask you something very important?" "Wo…wo. Are you okay?""I don't have much time but do you in any way know who Ethan's father is?""Yeah, I mean we're best friends so I…""I know, I mean what do you think about him? Is he a bad person or…?"Nah, but, I mean it depends on your relationship with him of course. But wait, why all these questions?""Alright, thanks." I said and hung up the call. In the middle of the uncertainty and dread, my drive to seek the truth beca
Beyond Love CHAPTER TWENTY-SIX
In the evening, I got a text from my father, requesting me to see him. Incidentally, I picked up my phone and called him but the line was not accessible. "C'mon,c'mon. Pick your phone Dad." I called his line again and it was not going through. I knew asking Ethan if I wanted to go see my Father was only going to fall on deaf cognizance so I decided to sneak out. Unfortunately for me, immediately I opened the door to my office, James was standing right in front of me, which made me nearly run out of my skin."Are you okay?" "Y…yes, I am." I stammered.I resolved to embrace this chance to confide in James who seemed like he had my best interests at heart. "James, please I need you to help me?" "What's that?" I pulled him into my office and shut the door."Please, I need to leave the office now. There's something important I need to attend to?" "Uhmmm…okay?""All I want you to do is to stand for me just in case Ethan asked about me.""And where do I tell him you went to?""You can
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I turned to Stella who was now feeling so pompous and proud. I wiped the little tears that were almost falling out and said. "I'm sorry Stella. I'm sorry for the harsh words I said to you."Ethan walked out and Stella followed without saying a word. The coworkers that gathered watching us began to murmur. Most of them knew Stella was wrong but they wondered why Ethan had made me apologize instead. James came to me and placed his hands on my shoulders."I'm sorry.""You don't have to be. I guess I'll have to get used to things like this." "Stella had always been like this, stepping on people's toes and making lies about it. You just have to be careful around her.""Yeah, I will. Thank you James." Just then, his phone rang and his attention was needed at the office so he left. I turned and exited the room, my eyesight dimmed by weeping. I couldn't understand why Ethan had treated me this way, and I couldn't grasp how rapidly our relationship had deteriorated. The one person I had
Beyond Love CHAPTER TWENTY-EIGHT
I thought, having a date with Ethan to celebrate the contract will also get him to talk to me.I had put on the dress he got for me which he loved. Elegantly dressed and looking my best. I walked into his room after we returned from the office.He sat sitting on his bed, trying to take off his shoes when I walked in. With a little smile I said, "Ethan, I made reservations for that restaurant you love! I was thinking if we can go there together and celebrate."Without looking up or taking his eyes from his shoes replied, "Oh, I can't make it tonight. Something came up.""Is it your father again?" He looked up, "I can't go out with you tonight."Ethan showed no empathy when I tried to share my concerns and feelings with him."Ethan, I've been feeling really lonely lately. You've been avoiding me.""That's your issue, Elah. I can't be responsible for your feelings." He said coldly.His indifference and mistreatment were driving me to a breaking point, and I couldn't help but wonder whe
Beyond Love CHAPTER TWENTY-NINE
The business summit's gala finale was in full swing. I had dressed stylishly, albeit hesitantly, in a magnificent gown that complimented my beauty. I stood by Ethan as we entered the arena."Elah, you look great. This gathering will be a smash with you by my side." He whispered."I didn't want to come, Ethan, but you gave me no choice."As we walked inside the arena, everyone's attention was instantly attracted to my appearance. The elegance and beauty shone out among a sea of corporate executives and CEOs. Murmurs of appreciation and wonder ran across the gathering."Who is that? She's gorgeous!" A guest whispered.Another Guest whispered in admiration. "I've never seen somebody that exquisite at one of these occasions!"My unease deepened as I became the focus of attention, and I couldn't help but feel out of place.I know Ethan was beginning to develop some form of jealousy recently so I wasn't ready for any form of drama.The enormous ballroom was bathed in the warm light of exqu
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"Elah, you look lovely tonight. How are you? Thomas said as he walked up to me, looking bright and loving as usual. As I stretched out my hands to shake him, he gently pulled me closer and gave me the warmest hug I had ever had."Was I beginning to fall for Thomas?" I immediately shook the feeling off my mind.James and Thomas exchanged greetings and James left, leaving Thomas and I in a conversation."Thomas, it's been eons! I'm doing fine. And thank you.Ethan's jaw tightened as he witnessed Thomas and I engaged in a vibrant discussion, laughing and exchanging anecdotes as we clutched our wine cups.I wanted him to experience more, I knew his jealousy was getting the better side of him and of course I was enjoying it. "How's the evening going?" Thomas said with a loving smile evident on his face."Great, having you around has only brightened the moment." Didn't know when these words fell out of my mouth. I knew something was beginning to sparkle between us but I didn't want to ad
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Ethan dragged me into a room and slammed the door behind. “What exactly is going on between you and Thomas?” His voice was so loud.“Ethan, you're shouting.”“What the hell is going on between you and Thomas, I ask for the last time Elah?”“Nothing, we were only having a simple conversation as work colleagues and a friend to my husband.” “Shut the crap, Elah!” He walked towards me, wrapped his hands around my neck, his face close to mine and said.“You like him right?” “Wh.. what?”“You want him, you have feelings for my friend!”I tried my best to take Ethan's grip off my neck when he suddenly pulled me towards him as soon as the front door was shut he began kissing me. His tongue flicked against mine, and his hands were buried in the softness of my hair"Let me make you feel like a woman. Thomas can't make you feel this way I bet you." Ethan said.As soon as I closed my eyes I felt he had many hands, which caressed my body at every turning point. And many lips, which went so rap
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He held out Thomas' diary, his eyes contending.“Elah, I read this. I discovered the truth, the whole truth. Thomas manipulated everything. I believed the lies he said about you, and I am so sorry.” I took the diary, flipping through its pages. The lies goggled back at me, the crooked web of dishonesty, the treason, and the woeful words of distrust. “How could you believe these, I never once made you doubt my loyalty to you even as your contracted wife, Ethan.” “I know Elah, I allowed my jealousy to get the better side of me.” “Ethan, how do I know this is not just another of your games?” I asked, skeptical. He shook his head, despair in his eyes.“I lost everything, Elah. I lost you. I lost myself. I can not change the past, but I want to make amends.” “If I was joking, I wouldn't be here kneeling in public and telling you how much I want you Elah. You have shown me what true love really is. I had not experienced the kind of love you showed me during those times we were to
Beyond Love CHAPTER FIFTY-THREE
I took a deep breath, turning down from the window and walking into his ward. The discomfort in my stomach grew with each step I took towards David's bedside. His eyes met mine, and he shouted causing him to burst into tears. I wished I could shield him from the pain that awaited.But the truth had a cruel way of revealing itself anyways. “Why did you leave me Elah, I thought you and Dad abandoned me?” David wept bitterly as he spoke.“I would never leave you David. I am so sorry, please forgive me?”“Where's Daddy, why isn't he here? Is he tired of my illness?”. I wept profusely.I knew I needed to let him know and so I gathered all the strength I needed to talk and said, “David,” I began, my voice catching in my throat.“We need to talk.” He mustered a weak smile, his pale face contorted in a blend of expectation and fear.“What is it, Elah? Talk to me, where is Daddy?” I took a seat beside him, holding his hand in mine. The weight of the words I was about to utter felt like
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Immediately Prisca and Anna burst into tears, causing me to weep also.Mr. Joe with a teary-eyed reply, “Elah, we will not abandon you. We will find a way, I promise.” With a forced smile I said, “You've done enough, Mr. Joe. Please, take care of David and let him know I love him.” As they left the station, their steps faded, leaving me alone with my thoughts. I could not bear the thought of dragging them into my web despair. The tears that welled up in my eyes betrayed the strength I had tried so hard to maintain. The battle for justice had taken an unanticipated turn, leaving me to grapple with the consequences of my acts. The air in the courtroom was thick with pressure as we waited for the Judge to deliver the verdict on my case.Mr. Joe, the twins, Gabriel, and I stood there, a dimmed tableau of anxiety. Lima, my colleague from Ethan's company, was also present, but her countenance was different from the rest of us. She seems to carry a heavy burden, her eyes swolle
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“Your Honor, these documents detail the elaborate scheme orchestrated by Mr. Jakes. From the falsification of Ethan’s death to that of my parents. This evidence is genuine.” The court registrar asserted a strong resoluteness in his look. The Judge, in his authority, gazed at Mr. Jakes.“Mr. Jakes, do you have anything to say in your defense?” Mr. Jakes stammered, putatively caught off guard by the weight of the evidence presented against him.“This is absurd! I have done nothing of this kind. Those documents are fabricated, Your Honor.” Ethan was ready for this. With a calm address, he turned to the judge.“Your Honor, I expected this response. That is why I've brought more evidence and also used myself as one to support my claims.” Ethan unbuttoned his shirt and showed the Judge exactly where Mr. Jakes shot at him the night he killed my father. A series of witnesses were called to the stage, each attesting to the shady dealings and manipulative tactics employed by Mr. Jake
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I ran like I never did before, fueled by a blend of fear, determination, and the burning desire to reunite with Ethan. I immediately made my way to Mr. Joe's sister's house to change my clothes, gather my things, and restrategize before facing the challenges that lay ahead. The familiar scent of the house offered a evanescent respite, and with a quick change and a heist of my bag, I was ready to leave for Mr. Joe's place before the search for me began.As soon as I arrived at the hospital where Ethan was, relief washed over me like a gentle drift. To my surprise, Ethan was awake. The joy that swelled within me was overwhelming, and I could not stay to embrace him, to hold him in my arms after what felt like an eternity. With the documents in hand, I eagerly handed them over to Mr. Joe, our silent passing understanding to each other. The fact that Ethan was conscious and on the path to recovery overshadowed every fear and consequences of my act.After all, I wouldn't stay in
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"This is a blow, Elah. But we can not give up. We will find a way. We always do, “he assured, though the weight of the situation lingered in his tone. Seven months had passed since Ethan fell into a coma, and the lack of progress in his condition counted heavily on my spirit. The little income from my cleaning job slightly covered his bills. Mr. Jakes's hatred for me remained unvarying, and Thomas's incuriosity persisted. The following day, as I diligently went about my cleaning duties, the unanticipated sight of Thomas standing before me jolted me out of place.James called me to his desk and said, “Elah, I need you to take over the cleaning of Mr. Jake's office for this week.” My eyes widened as I looked at him.“I understand you don't want to face what happened the last time but you are the only person that can do this.”“What about Lima, she has been the one handling his office even before I came here to work.”“Lima is sick. And she has been admitted to the hospital
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Without a second thought, she locked herself inside, seeking consolation from whatever had happened within the confines of Thomas's office. The sound of her muffled heartbreaks echoed through the whole room, creating an atmosphere of pressure. I dithered for a moment, torn between esteeming her buried body and offering a comforting presence. The weight of the knowledge that I carried, the scene that occurred behind the doors of Mr. Jakes and Thomas’ office, prompted me to take action. Swallowing my apprehension, I gently knocked on the door. “Lima, it's me, Elah. Can I come in? I just want to make sure you are okay,” I said calmly. For a brief moment, there was silence on the other side. With a loud shriek, Lima spoke, her voice cracking with the weight of her feelings.“Leave me alone, Elah. I do not need your pity or help.” I ignored her words and stepped forward, leaning against the bathroom door. The seconds ticked by as Lima wept in solitariness. I could not shake
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Prisca, always the open one, raised their collaborative sentiment, “A cleanser? Why not a better job, Elah? Did you not finish your education?” I sighed, realizing that explaining the complications of my life was no simple task.“It's a long story, girls. But trust me, there is a reason for everything. You will understand soon.” Despite their original reservations, the twins mustered a semblance of enthusiasm for my job. Gabriel, always the probative family son, decided to lighten the mood by promising me a makeover. His plan was to disguise my identity, icing that no one recognized me while I navigated my plan. The night passed, a mixture of happiness and expectation. Gabriel worked his magic, transforming my appearance to ensure that I blended seamlessly into a different person entirely.The morning sun brought with it a new morning, and I felt a swell of determination as I prepared for my first day on the job. Arriving at the office beforehand, I met James, who wasted
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“I will.” As James walked down, I felt a mixture of relief and anxiety. The first step into Ethan's company had proven more grueling than I expected, but I was determined to navigate the complications ahead. The hassle with Stella served as a stark memorial that the path to justice was full with challenges, and Elah, fueled by determination.I decided to take a walk around the company, feeding my eyes and taking memories of each part of the company. As soon as I got tired I decided to go to the hospital where David was. I knew it was not going to be possible to see him but I just wanted to see how he was faring. So I left the company and boarded a taxi.Firstly I sat in a coffee shop not far from the hospital thinking of how I was going to break the news of father's death to David.I didn't know I had stayed at the coffee shop for hours thinking.I shook myself off and left for the hospital.The evening sky cast a soft gleam as I arrived, my heart heavy with the weight of the
