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
“Hey, Mum.” “Shawn, you bad child! You proposed to a girl and you didn't tell me.” Mrs Amber gold yelled into the phone.“I was waiting for you to get back from your vacation, Mum.”“I am sure this was your father's handiwork. And you both didn't bother to tell me. I'm on vacation doesn't mean you both should cut me off from what is happening in the family.” “We are sorry, Mum. And it is high time you got back.” “I will, baby. So, you are getting married to Tiffany?”“Yes, I am. To become chairman, I have to.”“Oh, my poor boy. How is she? Do you like her?"“I don't, mum. She is a kid.”“A kid? A nineteen year old is no kid. Try something with her and see if she doesn't get pregnant. She is a woman, my boy."“Mum, stop. I'm not trying anything with her. She moved in with me today, by the ways”“Oh my God! I am coming home as soon as I can. You mean, Tiffany is in your house? Your father's idea, I guess.”“Yes, she is. Her Dad and your husband made the decision. We only followed it”
TIFFANY'S POVShe was still happily jumping when she felt the gate go open, and when she turned she saw Shawn standing with a heavy frown.“What are you doing here?” He asked angrily.“Looking around and having fun." I replied, concealing my embarrassment. He just caught me jumping like a frog.“Do you know how scared I was? How did you get here?”“Scared? I was bored and decided to do a bit of wandering and I got here.”“I never knew I had to look after a child instead of a 19 year old.” Shawn snarled.“Excuse you! I was bored!”“I guess this place doesn't match your princess lifestyle. Anyways, dinner is ready.” He announced before stomping away.SHAWN'S POVIt pissed him off that he had been worried for nothing. The brat had gone to his garden without his consent. How much he wants to whip her for almost giving him a panic attack.He walked back inside, and while he was setting the dining table for dinner she walked in.“Can I help with that?” She asked.“You can, while I bring th
“Yes, I am. I decided to call since you can't call your father.”“Here he goes again. Guilt tripping me.” Shawn said, palming his face.“I am not. How is Tiffany?”“She is fine. She just went upstairs to her room.”“And where are you?”“In the sitting room.”“You are so unromantic, boy.”“What do you mean, Dad?”“ You are supposed to be bonding and not being apart.”“Did you check the time, Mr Gold? It's past 8 o,clock.”“And then? This is the time couple's bond the most. You know, staying up to see romantic movies. Oh, Shawn! The only thing you know how to do is work, work and work.”“Dad, may I remind you that she is still in high school and Will be going to school tomorrow. And myself, I have work tomorrow.”“You have a point. But, during the weekend make sure you guys see a movie together.”“Yes, Dad. I hope you know that you can't keep dictating what happens in my home?”“I will. If you don't know how to run it.”“Thank you for calling, Dad. And by the way, mum asked me to say hi
SHAWN'S POVHe stood in the garage staring after her as the cat drove out of sight. That kid had better not bashed his car. A smile tugged at his lips as he remembered her childish display. No matter how matured she tried to act, she still had that childish aspect to her.Realizing he was running late, he got into his Rolls Royce and drove off. As he drove to work, he turned on the car's radio.“Last week Saturday, the 25th of August, one of Vancouver's youngest Billionaires and finest bachelor, Shawn Gold proposed to his highschool and model girlfriend, Tiffany Dion…” He quickly changed the channel. The press and not minding their business.As he got closer to work, he couldn't help but fret as he didn't know how to face his workers and most especially, Rachel. The news was everywhere and he was sure they must have all heard about it.He drove into the company, and parked at his designated parking space before alighting.He got inside and from the reception, his workers were alread
“This is not your business, Timothy.” Mary retorted.“It is not yours, either. Now run along with your minions.” Timothy ordered.“Nice car, Tiffany. I bet Shawn got it for you, because your broke father can't afford a car like that right now.” With that, Mary sashayed away.“Thank you, Timo…” Tiffany made to say, but Timothy cut her short.“You have a lot to explain.”“Timothy, wait up.” She made to run after him as he walked away, but thought against it. Students were still watching and she was late for class, so she turned in the direction of her class instead.She got to class and sat down beside Freya. “Hey, Freya.” Freya glanced at her before returning to the book she was reading.“Look, I know you are angry at me but I can explain.” She tried to explain but a teacher entered the class.“We will continue this conversation later. Can I borrow your blue ball pen?” She asked, trying to make Freya talk to her.Freya brought out the pen from her backpack and gave it to her without u
SHAWN'S POV He just got out of the elevator with Rachel and was met with the sight of Tiffany flirting with his new intern. For a moment he stood glaring at them. How dare she flirt with an intern in his company? She was his fiance and wife–to–be, and that means she was not supposed to talk and pay attention to another man like she was doing. He didn't know what to make of the feeling that was tugging at his chest, but one thing was sure, he doesn't like seeing her that way with another man. He didn't realize he was transfixed to the spot until Rachel pulled at his arms. “Come on. Let's go.” She said, nudging him forward. As they got close to Jimin Park and Tiffany he gave them both a dirty look before facing forward. TIFFANY'S POV Good riddance to bad rubbish! Did he really think he was the only one who could flirt? He better have a rethink, because she could play the game too. “So, I was wondering if you are hungry?” She asked Jimin returning her gaze to him. Jimin, who
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