SHAWN'S POVHe got home, and as usual, Tiffany was not in sight. He was too tired to make anything so he had vegetable crackers biscuit with milk drink after freshening up.Bored, he took his bottled water and towel and left for the pool.To his utmost surprise, Tiffany was seated on the cane chair, with just her bikini reading a book.He stood transfixed to the spot as he took in the sight before him. She wore a plunging V–neckline bikini that showed off the swell of her breasts. Her long smooth legs ran long on the cane chair she laid on. The sunshades she had on, crowned the whole look. He hated to admit it, but Tiffany Dion was a very pretty girl. It was when he felt the slight bulge on his swim trunk did he realize he had been ogling.He made to turn back and head inside when she suddenly took off her sunshades and looked in his direction.“Shawn?” She called out in Surprise.SHAWN'S POVHe got home, and as usual, Tiffany was not in sight. He was too tired to make anything so he
TIFFANY'S POVShe stared at him in surprise. Was this Shawn Gold talking? No, apologizing? “I gave you an opportunity to prove yourself but you went from bad to worse. For a moment, I thought we were finally getting along then all of a sudden you went back to your grumpy self.” Tiffany said, maintaining eye contact with him. “I know, right? I messed up. Just give me another chance to make up for how I treated you.” Shawn pleaded. Just then, his phone rang and he gave her a sign to excuse him. He walked a bit farther from the dining area to take the call. Tiffany saw that as a cue to continue with her chocolate drink. “The call was from Bryan's girlfriend. She is a lawyer. We will be going to court tomorrow to apply for our marriage license.” Shawn informed her, returning to the dining. “That soon?” Tiffany asked. “Yes. You have to get your birth certificate, passports, social Security number, and drivers license ready. Did you come with them?” Shawn asked. “Yes, I did. When ar
TIFFANY'S POVShe stared out the window, trying to get the thought of how good Shawn looked out of her head.His cologne was not helping matters as it kept drifting towards her nostrils teasing her and messing with her head.She stole glances at him at intervals to admire his handsome masculine features.“Sir, I think that grey sedan is following us.” Mark suddenly said, bringing her out of the reverie.“Following us?” Shawn asked.“Yes. I noticed it started following us from the estate gate.” Mark said, looking at his rearview mirror.“No, don't turn!” Mark yelled as Tiffany made to turn and take a look at the car.“Can you make him lose us?” Shawn asked calmly.“Yes, I can.” Mark replied confidently.“Then do it.” Shawn said.Mark immediately stepped on the car's accelerator and the car picked speed. He changed direction and drove towards the route that led to the state mall. The mall is always crowded on Saturdays because families love to shop on Saturdays.He manoeuvred his way t
SHAWN'S POVShawn was taken aback for a second, as he took the phone away from his ear and placed it back again.“What did you say, Mum?” He asked.“Silly boy! I'm at Vancouver's international airport. Don't keep your mother waiting.” And the line went off.“Mark, turn the car. Head to the airport.” Shawn instructed.Tiffany gave him a worried look. “Is everything okay?” She asked.“Yes. My mum is back from her vacation and we are going to pick her up.” Shawn replied. After an hour's drive, they arrive at the airport. Mark parked the car at the parking lot and they all alighted.Shawn dialled his mother's number again and she picked up immediately. “Mum, where should we meet you?” He asked.“At the Arrivals hall, honey.” She replied.“Let's head for the Arrivals hall ” He said to Tiffany and Mark after dropping the call.They were almost there when he sighted flowers being sold. “You two wait here while I buy some of those flowers for mum.” Shawn said hurrying off to buy the flowers.
TIFFANY'S POVThey were at the dining table having dinner, and Shawn was on his phone.“You know it's wrong to press your phone while eating, right?” Tiffany asked and he looked up.“Are you my mum now?” He asked, giving her a coy look.“Well, you were not my father when you asked me to stop talking while eating the order day.” Tiffany retorted.“Wow! Are you getting back at me now?” Shawn asked, creasing his eyebrows.“Maybe, I am. You are obviously preaching what you don't practice.” Tiffany said, rolling her eyes.“Wait. I never talked about pressing your phone while eating, I only talked about talking while eating. See? They are two different things. Shawn said, trying to defend himself.“But they fall under the same category; Poor table etiquette!” Tiffany said.“Okay. I give up, Ma.” Shawn said, keeping his phone away and raising his hands in surrender.“Good of you. That's more like it. Practice what you preach.” Tiffany said, and continued with her meal.A few minutes later,
Tiffany arrived at the Gold's Mansion and was bereft of words to describe the magnificence of the building.“Oh, there you are, Sweetie.” Mrs Gold said, rushing out to hug her.“Good day, Ma.” Tiffany said, returning the hug.“You look and smell nice, darling. What is the name of your perfume so I can get a bottle for you when I go shopping next time.” Mrs Gold said, leading her inside.“It's “Kate Spade New York.” Tiffany replied“Wow! That's a luxury brand darling. Be rest assured I will get it for you. What should I offer you?” Mrs Gold said, walking towards the mini bar.“A bottle of water will be fine.” Tiffany replied.“Oh, come of it. I will give you water and we will have wine.” Mrs Gold said walking into the kitchen and returning with a bottle of chilled water in a tray and glass cup.“So tell me, how do you find living with Shawn to be?” Mrs Gold said, sitting on the couch next to Tiffany.“Honestly, it's a fluctuating situation. This minute he is nice, and the next he is st
“With due rest, you are being paranoid. He was comforting me in that picture.” Tiffany said.“Yeah. I know, right. He was comforting you. Who knows how he comforts you behind closed doors.” Shawn said, sarcastically.“Shawn!” Mrs Gold yelled.“It's fine, Ma. I will explain.” Tiffany said.“Please, feed us with your lies.” Shawn said.“Keep quiet!” Mrs Gold ordered.“That day in school, I almost had a fatal fall in the school hallway if not for the intervention of a junior student. After analyzing the whole situation, my friends and I concluded that someone actually wanted me to fall that day.” Tiffany began.“Oh, darling. How do you mean?” Mrs Gold asked.“It was not adding up. A junior student came to call me in class that a teacher sent for me. While heading to the teachers staff room, I stepped on some banana peels.”“This is a cock and bull story. Tell us something else.” Shawn interrupted. “Can you just let me finish?” Tiffany asked.“Ignore him and go ahead.” Mrs Gold nudged.“
TIFFANY'S POVThey stayed silent in the car as Shawn drove them home.She still could not believe that Shawn would believe a picture even without asking her. But then, she was still perturbed that someone took pictures of her and Timothy and sent them to Shawn.Whoever was doing all of this, Knew her and Shawn and wanted them apart. What Tiffany didn't know was why. Why was the person going to that length to create problems for her?Exhausted from racking her brain, she gently fell asleep.TIFFANY'S POVHe stared at her from the rearview mirror as she fell asleep and he couldn't help but admire her pretty features.He felt guilt tug at his chest as he remembered how he had treated her last night. And thinking about the whole thing now, he felt ashamed he had not asked her about the picture before concluding.But something else baffled him. How did the sender get the pictures to send to him, and how did the person get his number?Whomever the culprit was, the person knew himself and Ti
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