TIFFANY'S POVShe nodded and sang along to Alan Walker's “Faded,” as she drove into the estate street. She can't wait to get home and have a long nap.Getting to the gate, the gate opened on its own, and she drove into the garage, parking properly before alighting.Bag in hand, she headed to the front door, and as if on cue, James opened the door.“ Welcome, Miss Dion. It's a good thing you are home on time. Your father is waiting for you in his study.” James said dutifully.“ Waiting? That is strange. Thank you, James.” Tiffany said as she made her way to the study.She got to the door and knocked.“ Come in.” Her father's voice sounded from inside.She opened the door, got inside and spotted him reclined on his large mahogany chair.On seeing her, he sat up straight with a smile forming on his lips. “ Welcome, my girl.”“ Good afternoon, Dad. James said you wanted to see me.” Tiffany said, confused about what was going on.“Yes, I did. Have a seat.” Her father gestured her to the se
He was about to get into his car when he heard his name. “Shawn? Shawn, wait up.” Rachel was hurrying towards him.Not now, Rachel. Now was not the time.“Rachel, I'm going somewhere now. Let's talk later.” Shawn said as he got into his car and turned on the ignition.“Can't I go with you?” She was close to his car now.“ No, you can't.” With that, he raised the windshield of the car and drove off.Rachel bit her lips in annoyance as she watched the car pick up speed and disappear. She hurriedly brought out her phone and called Max.“ Yo! What's good?” He asked as very loud background music filtered into Rachel's ear.“You prick! Do you want to damage my eardrums?” Rachel yelled.“Easy. I'm away from there now.” He said as the music sound faded.“Better. I need you to follow him.” She said sternly.“Who? Oh, your boyfriend?” Max asked.“Fool! It's him, of course.” Rachel was getting upset.“Why are you bothered? He is probably with his rich little girl.” Max asked.Rachel felt like
TIFFANY'S POVShe sat in her room lost in thought.Yes, she had agreed to marry Shawn but nothing prepared her for the way things are panning out.How can she stay under the same roof as that pompous fellow? They might have to kill each other just in one day of staying together.Now she didn't want to think about the public proposal. She had hoped they would have a quiet wedding with no need for a proposal. Her father and his father– the brains behind all of these should be wary of because their alliance spells trouble. How else does she explain them coming up with cohabitation as an option of all options available?Well, to save her father's company from bankruptcy, and ultimately save the lifestyle she is used to, she has to do it.With that thought in mind, she placed the earphone over her ears and rolled over on the bed.SHAWN'S POVBefore he knew it, it was Saturday–the day of the proposal.He had sent Tiffany a message the previous night informing her what the day would look li
RACHEL'S POVShe was restless as she awaited Max's feedback. She just had this feeling in her gut that Shawn was not going for a meeting. Just as she was about to call Max, his call came in.“Turn on your television. Your answer is airing life.” Max said.“What do you mean, and why is there so much noise where you are?” She asked.“Yo! Just turn on your television,” Max said before hanging up.Rachel hurriedly turned on the television and her mouth fell open at what she saw.“Billionaire Shawn Gold proposes to his high school model girlfriend Tiffany Dion. The billionaire proposed to his girlfriend at the recently opened Italian bar called D'AMOR.But then, rumors have it that their union is a means to an end. That is...” Rachel turned off the television, cutting the presenter's speech short.“No!” She screamed, connecting her fists with the wall multiple times. It was only when she noticed blood trickling down her knuckles did she stop and slumped on the floor sobbing.Shawn didn't
The red-haired girl almost fell on her knees in remorse.“I am so sorry.” She kept repeating, trying to dab Tiffany's dress with a handkerchief. “No, it's fine. I have to go.” She hurried outside to meet everyone waiting.“Seems like keeping people waiting is one of your best characteristics.” Shawn snarled before getting into the car.Mr Gold and Mr Dion immediately threw their faces away. They didn't want to be part of the couple's tantrums.“Whatever.”. She replied, deciding against an apology before getting into the car.SHAWN'S POVSee why he said she was tardy, rude, and a brat. Imagine keeping everyone waiting simply because she wanted to appear nice to some strangers.She could not even offer an apology. And come to think of it, why does she have the stains of spilled drink on her dress? Always clumsy he thought as he cast her an annoying look.TIFFANY'S POVSee why she said he was pompous and full of himself. Imagine telling her that keeping people waiting was one of her bes
SHAWN'S POVIt's Sunday, and he doesn't know why he had this feeling of dread tugging at his chest. The whole idea of a Lady moving in with him felt strange and surreal. The cleaning agency he employed their service was already done cleaning, and one of the ladies had helped set up the guest room in a Ladylike manner. He wanted everything to be perfect. Not like he wanted to impress the brat, but he was obliged to make sure she was comfortable in his house. His phone rang, and he reluctantly picked it up when he saw his fathers ID. “Have you gone to pick her? ” His voice sounded from the other end.”" What's with the rush, Dad? I'm trying to keep things in order before leaving.” “Good. And I think you should go with a flower for her and a wine for her father.”“Thank you, Dad. I have to go.” He hurriedly ended the call. For real? A flower and a wine? How impossible can his father be? Left with no option, he brought out his phone and googled the nearest flower shop around. He fo
RACHEL'S POVShe could feel her heart palpitating, as she slowly slumped to the floor.Shawn has been doing things behind her back, and it hurts her to the depth of her heart. How could he be so callous and unfeeling? He had been giving her the cold shoulders just because of a silly high School girl.She was not going to let this slide. That girl has bitten more than she can chew and she–Rachel, would make sure she spat it out. All of it!TIFFANY'S POV.They got inside his house and she must say, it looked really nice. She was more impressed by the neatness and orderliness of things. He really must be a neat guy.“So, welcome to my humble abode.” He said.“Even though I hate to say this, there is nothing humble about your house. It looks good.” She said looking at the monalisa portrait hung on the wall.“Like a Daddy boy's house, right?”She was momentarily silent before replying, “Maybe.” And then she moved on to the next portrait. It was the girl with the Pearl earring portrait.“Y
TIFFANY'S POVShe was lying on the bed lost in thought. Was she childish by leaving her food? No matter what, she shouldn't have walked out on him, it will only worsen the impression he already had of her as a spoilt brat.But wait, why was she even concerned? He can think whatever he wants to think of her. Truth is, she doesn't care.She was so bored in the room and wanted to chat with her friends but thought against it because she didn't know what to say to them. She has been avoiding their chats and calls because she didn't want to explain her engagement and moving in with Shawn.She was still lost in thought when she heard a loud splash of water. She hurried to the window to see what was going on and her mouth went open in surprise as she saw Shawn swimming in a backstroke style.Her eyes trailed to his bare chest as it settled on the thick mass of hairs that adorned it. The way it glistened as the sun shone on it was fascinating. She hated to admit it but Shawn Gold was a very ha
TIFFANY'S POV"This student has shown exceptional character, leadership, and kindness throughout the year. And the prom queen of the year and overall best Student is...TIFFANY Dion! Congratulations Tiffany, you deserve this honor."She felt her heart skip a beat as she heard her name being called out as prom queen. She couldn't believe it. Shawn looked at her with pride and joy in his eyes as he applauded along with the rest of the students."Go on," he said, nudging her slightly. That was when she realized she was still seated.She stood up and walked up to the podium, her baby bump leading the way. Principal Campbell placed a crown on her head and handed her a bouquet of flowers. She graciously accepted them and waved the bouquet to the cheering crowd. She then took the microphone and looked at her classmates with a smile. "Thank you all so much. I am so honored and grateful to be chosen as Prom Queen and overall best Student. This has been an incredible night, and I couldn't have
TIFFANY'S POV"Rachel Sparks, you have been found guilty of kidnapping and multiple counts of attempted murder against Tiffany Dion. It is the judgement of this court that you be sentenced to life imprisonment without the possibility of parole. Shelley Duvall, you have been found guilty of being an accomplice in these heinous crimes. You are hereby sentenced to 20 years imprisonment. Oscar, you have been found guilty of attempted murder on Derrick's life. You will serve 15 years imprisonment because the court has considered your age," the judge's voice sounded in the courtroom.Tiffany exhaled sharply in relief. It was finally over.It's been a month since she was rescued and today is the trial day for everyone involved in the crime. The past month has been graced with a lot of healing processes. She had therapy sessions to stop the incessant nightmares she had, and yoga sessions for her body healing.She had also started going for an anti–natal checkup for her baby. It was indeed
TIFFANY'S POVShe woke up to the bright lights of the morning, seeping through little spaces in the window. She turned to her side, and Shawn was not there. Has he gone home? Then she turned to see the paper on the table. She abruptly picked it up and read its content."Rise and shine! I didn't want to wake you up from your beauty sleep, hence this note. I got a call from officer Fowler that Rachel has been caught. By the time you get this, I should be at the police precinct. I will be back as soon as I can. stay safe. Xoxo, Shawn.❤️"She smiled, as she got off the bed and walked into the bathroom. He never ceased to show her how much he loved and cared for her. Both in words, and in actions. She brushed her teeth and had her bath, and then changed into one of the clothes Shawn's mother brought the previous day.She walked out of the bathroom and a doctor was waiting for her, with a nurse bearing a trolley containing food and medicines."Good morning, Mrs Gold. I'm Sharonne. I'm here
TIFFANY'S POV"Oh, my darling," Shawn's mother exclaimed as she rushed to her side. "Are you okay, my darling?" She asked, cupping her face.She nodded, tears welling in her eyes. Oh how much she had missed their presence. Her father had tears of joy in his eyes as he walked to her and placed a kiss on her forehead.At that point, she couldn't hold back the tears. She let it all out. It was a miracle and a blessing at the Same time to be able to see the people that had always been there for her.Shawn walked up next to her, and to get surprise and that of others, judging from their gasps of surprise, he took her lips in his, in a long, soothing kiss. When he pulled away, she realized how much she had missed the one man who had shown her love that was tantamount to her father's."Thank you for fighting. For coming back to me, to us," he said, his voice cracking with emotions.She nodded, as tears kept streaming down her face in torrents."Thank you for not leaving, Shawn. He almost los
SHAWN'S POVThe cars sped off as they headed in the direction of the outskirts of town. The more miles they closed, the more anxious he became. He prayed fervently that his wife and baby were okay. The journey was taking long as he kept looking at his wrist watch anxiously."Take it easy, we will arrive there soon." Bryan said, placing his hand on his shoulder.He nodded and looked out the window. The journey ended up taking three hours and they finally arrived at a street. The cars stopped at a distance and they all alighted, as the armed policemen took the lead, their guns set.Shawn and Bryan followed closely behind. They got to a spacious mass of land with an uncompleted duplex building in it. The policemen filed in, and they got to the entrance of the building.Two men were standing at the entrance and they made to shoot at the policeman when they saw them, but the policemen were faster and in a few seconds the two men lay on the floor in their pool of blood.The gunshot must ha
SHELLEY'S POVShe took determined strides into the precinct. She walked to the reception and the first thing her eyes caught was the picture of the girl with "missing" written boldly on it. Attached to it was a prize for whoever had information about her whereabouts.She sighed heavily as she finally approached the policeman on the counter."Good evening, sir," she greeted politely."Good evening, Ma'am. How do I help you?""I'm here in regards to the missing girl," she pointed at Tiffany's picture on the wall. " I know where she is being held and who is behind it," she said in a rush, afraid she would change her mind."Really? C'mon, I will lead you to the detective in charge of the case," the policeman said in disbelief.She followed meekly, and soon they were in front of an office door. The policeman knocked on the door and a voice from the inside asked them to come in.The policeman led her inside. "This lady claims to have information about the whereabouts of Mrs Tiffany Dion," t
SHELLEY'S POVShe snapped her eyes open and was met by pairs of worried eyes looking down at her."Are you okay?" An elderly woman asked."I don't think I am," she replied as she attempted to stand up but felt her head splitting into two."Easy, take it easy," the woman said, helping her up."Where am I?" She asked, finally taking in her surroundings."You are in our house," the woman replied."I mean, what is this place called?""Vancouver, but you are in Squamish." The woman replied."Squamish?" She gasped. That was like the outskirt of town. What had Rachel done?"You were found in a sleeping bag, almost dead."Rachel, that bitch! She had stuffed her in a common sleeping bag. She had obviously thought she was dead."Did you find my phone?""No, we didn't. You shouldn't be bothering about a phone. You narrowly escaped death." An old man, presumably the woman's husband, admonished."That's right, my dear." The woman concurred.Just then, a young teenage girl walked into the room with
RACHEL'S POVAfter the call with Shelley ended, she could not help but wonder what was wrong with her. She sounded perturbed and had an edge of urgency to her tone. Curious to know what was going on, she had set a meeting and asked that she meet her at her place.A few minutes later, her phone buzzed and it was her gateman informing her of the presence of a lady who called herself Shelley. She asked that he let her in and she walked downstairs to the sitting room to meet her."Welcome to my humble abode. What do I offer you?" She asked, trying to okay the role of a perfect host."That won't be necessary. I'm not here for that," Shelley said in what could pass for a harsh tone and Rachel was taken aback."Okay. What is it then?"" I was at the location where the girl is being held…"Rachel immediately cut her short, "What business do you have there?" You have done your job and therefore I expect to stop going there," her eyes were blazing hot with anger now."That's not the point, Rach
SHELLEY'S POVShe packed the last of the food in the lunch bag and slung it on her shoulder as she walked out of her tiny kitchen that could barely contain two people at the same time.Rachel would kill her if she found out about what she was trying to do, but she couldn't help it. This was not who she was, but her desperation to get money had changed her, and it was definitely not for good.Sighing, she locked the entrance door to her tiny apartment as she stood, waiting for a cab to flag down. She sighed in impatience as she looked forward to a cab. After a few minutes of waiting, a cab arrived and she got in and told him her location.She was lost in thought as the cab drove to the bus stop where she would take another cab going in her direction. She felt guilty about the things she had done in the last few months and hoped the almighty forgave her. "We are here, ma," the cab driver said, bringing her out of her reverie."I'm sorry I got carried away," she apologized and fished ou