As Yohan approached the door, Yohan noticed it was ajar, and inside, Jemma was pouring water into a glass. Noah, appearing weak and pale, leaned back on the bed.Yohan knocked on the door, and they both looked his way. Jemma flashed a smile, "Dad, why you just standing there? Come on in."She handed Noah a glass of water as Yohan approached."You okay?"Noah sighed, nodding. Then he glanced at Jemma, "Jemma, can you give us a moment alone?"Jemma nodded, "Sure.""Close the door."She left, shutting the door behind her. Yohan took a seat near the bed, locking eyes with his son.Noah sniffed, sensing his father had a lot on his mind about the whole ordeal."Did you off Leslie Winkle?"Noah nodded, "Yeah, she's the one who messed with Mom's car, and Aunt Gracie paid the price.""You didn't think to talk to me before pulling such a stunt.""You could've talked me out of it.""This war ain't yours.""Wasn't yours either. But you've been fighting it.""It started with me, Jimmy. Doesn't mat
As Jemma strolled out of the headquarters, she spotted Noah leaning against his car, looking all dapper in his black shirt and pants. A bright smile lit up her face as she approached him, but she couldn't help but express her annoyance, "You know your wound hasn’t healed yet. And you are smoking?”“So?” he shrugged, a bit nonchalant.She shot him a glare, “I’ll complain to Dad, okay?”“We're not heading back there tonight.”“Then?”“We're going back to the apartment,” he said, flicking the cigarette away and giving her a playful look.Jemma bit her lip, realizing they'd be alone at the apartment. It dawned on her that it might be the right time to have a heart-to-heart about her feelings. Ever since she spilled the beans about her love, she'd been unsure about his reaction. Despite the cosy nights at October villa, where they shared a bed for weeks, he never really made a move or kissed her lips, no chance for anything intimate. Catching her blushing, Noah, in his deep voice, asked,
Noah gently turned her towards him, locking eyes with her deep and beautiful gaze. Slowly, he removed her earrings, and she closed her eyes, feeling the sensation of his gentle touch near her ear. He untied her hair, and as it cascaded onto her shoulders, she looked at him. Placing his hand on her white cheek, he caressed it. Jemma ran her fingers over his collars and then slowly let her hand slip onto his bare chest. He held her waist, pulling her closer."Do you really want this?" he asked in his hoarse voice.Jemma nodded, "I don't want to wait anymore, Jimmy."Noah nuzzled his face into her neck, inhaling her fragrance."Oh! Jimmy..." Jemma gasped as his lips and tongue brushed against her delicate skin.Noah looked at her and swiftly lifted her, carrying her to the bed. Gently laying her down, he took off his shirt, kissing her deeply. Jemma's hand caressed his bare back, while his hand reached her thighs, pulling up her skirt and removing her underwear. Leaving her lips, his kis
Noah raised his head and laid down beside her. Opening her eyes, she met his deep and fogged gaze. A blush spread across her face, and there was a content smile on her lips as she looked at him with affection and satisfaction.Noah was left speechless by Jemma's reaction after the sex. It was worth it. He never believed she would be so pleased.Cupping her face, he asked with worry, “Does it hurt?”She shook her head.“Are you sure? We won’t do it if it hurts.”Seeing his worry, she buried her face in his chest, whispering, “I'm not.”"Then what about those noises?""I was enjoying it."Noah held her in his arms and let out a deep sigh.“You’re not sad, right?”“No, Jimmy. I'm so happy.”Noah gently kissed her head and let her drift into a peaceful sleep in his comforting embrace.When Jemma woke up in the morning, a different energy coursed through her body. Glancing at his bare back, she chuckled, noticing the marks where she had dug her nails in harshly. Gently pecking his shoulder
"Okay, I'll talk to Jimmy," he caressed her cheek and asked, "Now tell me, have you consulted a doctor? Have you eaten?"Jia didn't expect this reaction from him. Seeing her shocked, Jacob sighed deeply, "Okay, if you're not mad at me anymore, shall we go to a doctor?"Jia's eyes filled with tears."Do you want this baby? Really?" she asked."Of course. It's mine. How can you think I would ask you to abort it?""I was scared. I didn't know you..."He interrupted, "Oh, Jia! I know I never had the guts to reveal our relationship. I know I took a long time. But now that we've come this far, it's final. I'm going to talk to Jimmy. I won't be afraid of the outcomes. Even if he kills me, I'll talk to him.""Oh, Jacob!" Jia threw herself into his arms and cried. He patted her back."It's okay. Don't cry. You're hurting my child."Jia looked at him with a gentle smile, "Thank you."Jacob wiped her tears and said, "Now let's go back to Vento City.""No... I'll graduate in three months. I can't
After the shower, Noah threw on a white bathrobe and checked himself out in the mirror. Feeling a bit more put together, he psyched himself up to have a chat with her. As he was about to step out of the bathroom, his eyes caught a white tube thing on the mirror platform. He picked it up and saw a green line on it. His throat went dry. Could it be true?Coming out of the shower, he walked over. She looked freaked seeing him with that thing in his hand. He got close. She stood up from the bed."When did you find out?" he asked.Jemma struggled, "When I got back from the office...""And you didn't think to give me a ring?""Jimmy..." She looked scared, anticipating his reaction. He cupped her face and looked into her eyes with a glint of joy."Is it real? Am I gonna be a dad? Is it true?"Jemma nodded, tears welling up in her eyes."Is it for real, Jemma?""Yes, Jimmy.""Oh, Jemma... I love you. I love you so damn much."He pulled her into a tight hug, repeating it. Jemma beamed with rel
As Jemma emerged from the bedroom in pajamas, Noah just finished up the call.He strolled over, "You okay?"Jemma nodded."It was Mom. She's invited us for lunch."Jemma smiled, "I'm really hoping she's making that cheesecake.""Oh, she will. Now you, sit tight. I'll whip up some breakfast."Jemma glanced at the watch, "Aren't you going to work?""Nope!""Why not?""I can't leave you alone. Someone's gotta be with you," he said, disappearing into the kitchen. Jemma felt a tad irritated at first, then she snuck a peek. There he was, effortlessly whipping up her favorite breakfast. A smile crept onto her face. How cute he was! How protective!Ever since he found out she was pregnant, he's been a different person. Bending over backward to keep her happy, never letting go of her hand, and today, he even bathed her with the tenderness of a saint. Jemma couldn't believe this was the same person who had killed the Mafia's sister.She strolled into the kitchen and snuck up, hugging him from b
"You won't do anything to him, brother. Please..." Jia approached him in fear."I'll kill that coward, Jia," Noah gritted his teeth, eyes blazing with anger."He's not a coward, brother.""This is pure cowardice. Who the hell leaves you in such a condition?" he shouted angrily."No brother, don't do anything to him. Please... he was going to tell you...""When? After the baby's born? It's been seven fucking months, Jia!" he screamed, shaking her. Jemma approached Jia, holding her shoulders, and said to Noah, "Jimmy, don't scare her. We can talk calmly.""I'm warning you, Jemma. Ask her who he is or get her ready to see his dead body in twenty-four hours."Saying that, he stormed out of the apartment furiously, leaving everyone shocked and scared. Jia sobbed, holding Jemma's hands, "Jemma... please... tell brother not to do anything to him... please... Jemma...""Calm down... calm down, Jia... don't cry... I'll talk to him."Jia rushed to Sara, stumbling into her legs, "Mom... please..
"How... How is that possible? I remember, we chatted the morning I got attacked. You were the one telling me the baby was all healthy. What the hell happened?" "Maybe it's just my rotten luck, Jemma. But seeing you with Sunny, I can't help but be grateful you made it through and had a healthy baby." "Oh, Jia..." Jemma enveloped her in a tight hug, both women clinging to each other as tears flowed freely. Meanwhile, Noah reached the October Villa. As he approached, Yohan shot him a glare colder than a snowstorm. "Dad... Mom..." Noah greeted them, his eyes darting around to gauge the situation. Sunny was playing with Yohan. Noah swallowed hard, sensing trouble. "How can you be so careless, Jimmy? Why'd you let Jemma come here alone at this hour? You know the danger's not over yet," Sara scolded, her tone edged with worry. "Mom, I didn't want her to come, but she insisted..." "You're avoiding the situation, Jimmy. You can't change the past, but you shouldn't be dodging what's happ
"Jimmy, it's been days. I want to see her and the baby. What's the big deal?"He sighed, "I promise, we'll go later. I just need to sort some things out first."Jemma, growing more anxious, insisted, "But I've been waiting, Jimmy. I can't wait any longer. What's going on?"Noah, worried about her mental state, softened his tone, "Listen, babe. Trust me, I'll take you to see Jia, okay? I don't want to rush into things."Jemma, feeling a pang of doubt, couldn't hold back, "Are you hiding something from me? Why won't you just take me?""No, Jemma, it's not like that.""Jimmy..." her eyes turned tearful."Okay. I'll take you out to dinner tonight, at October Villa. Jia's staying there, and we can see her afterward. Deal?"Jemma hesitated for a moment, then agreed, "Okay, dinner it is. But you better not forget about it.Noah smiled, relieved that he had managed to divert her attention, "I won't. Now, let me get going, okay?"Jemma agreed, watching him leave for the office. As the door clo
Noah trudged back from work, the day's burdens still hanging on his shoulders. Opening the bedroom door, he caught sight of Jemma singing a lullaby to Sunny in her sweet voice. Emotions surged within him, and he quietly closed the door, not wanting to disturb their tender moment.Sinking into the living room couch, Noah leaned back with a heavy sigh. Guilt and regret enveloped him as he grappled with the reality of their situation. Conflicting emotions swirled as he recognised the joy in Jemma's happiness but couldn't shake the haunting feeling that everything was amiss.Jemma placed Sunny in the cot and, on her way to the kitchen for water, found Noah sitting in the dimly lit living room, a cigarette in one hand and a glass of whisky in the other. She touched his shoulder, and he opened his eyes, extinguishing the cigarette and placing the glass on the table."Tired?" she asked.Noah sighed deeply, rubbing the gap between his eyes. "Is Sunny asleep?"Jemma nodded, her palm on his che
The next morning dawned, casting a feeble light across the hospital room. The oxygen mask, a constant companion in her struggle for breath, had been removed, leaving her vulnerable in the stark hospital room.As Jemma slowly opened her eyes, the sterile scent of the hospital greeted her senses. Her gaze fell on Noah, sitting at the edge of the bed, his face etched with a mixture of exhaustion and sorrow. Desperation flickered in her eyes, and as she tried to speak, her voice emerged as a raspy whisper, "Jimmy... where's our baby?"Noah's heart clenched at the question, the weight of the unspoken truth hanging heavily in the air. He hesitated, avoiding her gaze, and gently urged, "Jemma, just take it easy. You need to rest."But Jemma, fueled by a mother's instinct and the gnawing fear that something was amiss, persisted, "Jimmy, please, where's our baby? Why won't you tell me?"His throat tightened with the burden of the truth he wasn't ready to share. Trying to divert her attention,
In the quiet aftermath, the doctor delivered a bittersweet message – Jia had given birth to a healthy baby boy, and she was fine. The family found themselves torn between joy for the new life and grief for the loss of Jemma's child. The terrace became a haven for Noah, who stood near the railing, his hands tucked into his pockets, gazing into the vast darkness.Jacob approached silently, standing beside him.Noah's shoulders slumped, burdened by the weight of the night. Understanding the unspoken unrest, Jacob placed a hand on Noah's shoulder."It's tough, Jimmy," Jacob finally said.Noah remained silent, still lost in the abyss of his thoughts."It's okay, Jimmy. It's not your mistake." Jacob added."You shouldn't have brought Jia here," Noah mumbled."I couldn't lie to her, and... I couldn't stop her," Jacob replied."How's she?" Noah asked, his voice strained."She's fine. Delivery went smoothly, not too hard on her. It's life.""How's the baby?" Noah's voice caught in his throat.
On a lovely evening, Jemma, bored at home, craved ice cream. Spontaneously, she called her driver and headed to the best ice cream spot. The cool sweetness lifted her spirits, turning a mundane evening into a delight.As Jemma indulged in her favourite ice cream, she decided to tease Noah, ignoring his earlier warnings about venturing out alone. Clueless about the impending twist in her evening, she initiated a video call, capturing the picturesque scene of her enjoying the sweet treat.Noah's face lit up when he saw Jemma's call, and his initial joy was evident as he glimpsed her savouring the ice cream. A smile played on his lips. However, his expression shifted when he noticed the unfamiliar surroundings and the people bustling behind her.Concern etched across his face, Noah interrupted her playful banter. "Jemma, where are you? You're not at home, are you?" he asked, his voice betraying a mix of worry and irritation.Jemma, still in her carefree mood, laughed, "Relax, Jimmy! Just
Yohan looked straight into her eyes, "Your mother didn't make a mistake giving birth to you and your brother. Being a mother ain't a mistake. The real mistake is not being able to bring a child into the world. And you didn't make a mistake wanting to bring life into this world."Jia lowered her head, tears welling up."He's a good guy. I'm proud of you."Jia rested her head on his shoulder, and he tightened his grip on her hand, patting it with his other hand."Jimmy's mad at him, not at you or your child. They're buddies. They'll figure it out.""Thanks, Dad."…Noah stepped out of the bathroom, catching sight of Jemma massaging her own feet. With a quick stride, he approached her."What are you doing? Lie down," he insisted, guiding her to lean back onto the bed. Noah grabbed a cushion, placing it behind her for support. Carefully, he lifted her leg, settling it on his thigh, and started massaging it gently.Jemma looked at him deeply, a gentle smile playing on her lips, radiating w
"Jimmy, just hear me out. It's true. It's Jacob, but...""I don't want to hurt you. Back off," he warned, and Sara covered her mouth in shock at the revelation."Mom, get her out of here," Noah yelled at his stunned mother. Jemma wasn't giving up, clinging to his arms to stop him."Jimmy, please... don't be so furious. At least try to understand. We can talk.""Jemma..." his dark eyes sent shivers down her spine, and she realized the magnitude of his anger.In the bedroom, as Jia and Jacob heard Noah's furious voice, Jia clutched Jacob's hand in fear. "Jacob...""Don't worry, I'll talk to him. Let me go.""No... no... please... please, Jacob..."Jacob gently released his hand from her grip and stepped out of the bedroom. Noah caught sight of him, and his anger surged."Freaking scoundrel!" Ignoring Jemma, he shoved her aside and lunged at Jacob."Jimmy... Jimmy..." Jemma screamed, almost drowned out by the chaos.Jacob attempted, "Jimmy, let's talk, okay.""I'll kill you!" But Noah un
"You won't do anything to him, brother. Please..." Jia approached him in fear."I'll kill that coward, Jia," Noah gritted his teeth, eyes blazing with anger."He's not a coward, brother.""This is pure cowardice. Who the hell leaves you in such a condition?" he shouted angrily."No brother, don't do anything to him. Please... he was going to tell you...""When? After the baby's born? It's been seven fucking months, Jia!" he screamed, shaking her. Jemma approached Jia, holding her shoulders, and said to Noah, "Jimmy, don't scare her. We can talk calmly.""I'm warning you, Jemma. Ask her who he is or get her ready to see his dead body in twenty-four hours."Saying that, he stormed out of the apartment furiously, leaving everyone shocked and scared. Jia sobbed, holding Jemma's hands, "Jemma... please... tell brother not to do anything to him... please... Jemma...""Calm down... calm down, Jia... don't cry... I'll talk to him."Jia rushed to Sara, stumbling into her legs, "Mom... please..