15. Someone From PastShadrach scanned his thumb over the apartment door, and the machine beeped, granting him access. He released Bella’s leash, and she immediately began barking furiously, alerting Shadrach to the presence of an intruder in the house. Cautiously, he positioned himself near a vase, noticing a rod left by the maid during her cleaning. He picked it up, ready to defend himself, before stepping outside and hearing laughter. It was a voice he recognized.“Yeah, I’ve come to meet a friend of mine,” the voice said over the phone.“Harry!” Shadrach exclaimed, dropping the rod.Bella sensed that Shadrach knew the person and returned to her spot on the sofa.“Okay, I’ll call you later,” Harry said, hanging up. “Oh! Hey, Shadrach!” He smirked as he approached and pulled him into a hug.Shadrach was taken aback; he hadn’t expected Harry to visit. “This is a surprise. What brings you here?” Shadrach asked, trying to mask his astonishment.“You sound like you’re not happy to see me
16. Shadrach's Past When Wynter asked Shadrach about how he lost his sight and if he wanted to discuss it, he could have easily shrugged it off. However, for the very first time, he felt tired of holding everything within him. He wanted to let go of the burden that was weighing on his shoulders. Though he was certain that he couldn't tell Wynter everything, he could at least share a part of it with her. This way, he could start opening up to others, just as his doctors had advised.Seeing Shadrach lost in his thoughts, Wynter began to regret bringing up the topic. Perhaps it had triggered something he didn't want to mention, or maybe he was struggling to find the right words to express his emotions, fearing that it might scare her away.She took a deep breath and glanced at their hands, resting on the bench by their sides. Approaching gently, Wynter reached out for his hands. Shadrach flinched initially but soon relaxed upon realizing it was Wynter.Wynter started, "Shadrach, if you d
17. Wynter's TaleAs promised, the two arrived at the park the next day, bringing Ellias and Bella along. Unlike the previous day, where Shadrach was the first to arrive and wait for Wynter, today Wynter finished her work quickly and arrived a little earlier than Shadrach. They left Bella and Eli to play on their own and settled on their benches."I apologize for leaving early yesterday," Wynter said, expressing her regret."Oh, there's no need to apologize. When we have conversations, we should consider the time, and continuing the discussion the next day gives us another reason to see each other," Shadrach pointed out."You're right," Wynter giggled. "But you asked me something yesterday that I didn't have time to reply to." She explained her point to Shadrach.Shadrach explained that he had asked Wynter if she had experienced something similar to his own. Wynter also remembered that she was about to tell Shadrach about her biological mother, Denissa, but Sabrina's phone call had dis
18. Bonds and ResponsibilitiesThe next day, Wynter was preparing to go to her clinic when, once again, her little brother interrupted her."Wyn Wyn, are you going to the clinic today?" Hunter pouted at Wynter. It was the start of his vacation, and the King family had yet to decide on their annual family vacation. Normally, they would plan it according to everyone's schedules and go somewhere secluded to spend quality time together. However, it had only been a week since Hunter's vacation began, and he was already bored staying home alone."Yes, sweetie," Wynter replied, sitting down to be at eye level with him. "Why do you look sad, munchkin?"Hunter puckered his lips, his eyes glistening with unshed tears. "Wyn Wyn, I'm bored. Nobody is home, everyone is busy. Nobody cares about me. Nobody loves me," he explained, his voice breaking. Hunter tended to stumble over his words when he was emotional, although his speech was usually very clear.Wynter reassured him, "Not at all, baby. You
19. Trust Shadrach was stunned when he heard a small boy's voice coming from behind him. Hunter stood in the doorway, assuming his sister was talking to a patient. However, Ellias quickly grabbed his leash, which was in Hunter's hand, and rushed towards Bella. Bella was still groaning in pain from the effects of the syringe that Wynter had injected into her. Nevertheless, she was a little excited to see her friend. "Hunter, what are you doing here?" Wynter asked, knowing her brother very well. Hunter wouldn't stop pestering Wynter with questions, and he wouldn't give up until Wynter spilled all the details. Wynter was worried that he might blurt out something silly in front of Shadrach, especially since she wasn't sure how to introduce him when she herself didn't know where they stood in their relationship. A part of her feared that he might bring up her pregnancy, like he did with Ethan, and that it would make Shadrach feel betrayed or like she didn't trust him. She was afraid tha
20. Decision "Bella, look, Dad and I got you this new toy," Hunter proudly displayed the dog toy they had bought for Bella. The King's family was growing fond of Bella. When Wynter brought her home, they were thrilled, but Hunter couldn't keep quiet. Despite Wynter's attempts to stop him, he spilled all the details about his meeting with Shadrach, even mentioning their trip to the park, calling him "Shad." When asked about the new pet, Wynter had to explain that Bella belonged to a friend who had to leave town for a few days and requested they look after her. They welcomed Bella into their home, caring for her as if she were their own. It had been nearly a week since Shadrach's departure, and Wynter already missed him. Just then, her phone rang, and it was Shadrach calling. Wynter, who was lying on the bed, quickly sat up and answered the phone, "Hey Shadrach! "Hey Griz, how are you doing?" he asked cheerfully. They used to chat every day, but today Wynter missed him more than e
21. Delay?Today was the day Shadrach was supposed to return, but as Wynter was getting ready to meet him, she was about to exit the clinic when she received a voice note from Shadrach informing her that his flight was delayed. He would only be able to come back the next day. Wynter felt sad, as she was really looking forward to meeting Shadrach that day, but her face fell upon hearing his note.Wynter looked down at Elli and Bella, who were all set to go to the park. She had both of their leashes in her hand. "Guess we have to wait another day to meet our favorite person, my friends," said Wynter. However, both Ellias and Bella were too excited to be outside. They were tugging Wynter along, guiding her near her car, silently expressing that they wanted to be in her car then, eager to be in the park where they could be free."I see you both want to be at the park; anyways, let's go there," Wynter sighed.She thought that since they were already out, it would be better to take the pet
22. Whispers of Longing"I missed you, Shadrach. I missed you so much," Wynter cried, burying her face in his chest as Shadrach pulled her closer.In that moment, he felt at home—the only place where he could find peace. "You have no idea how much I missed you too, Griz," he whispered in her ear, pressing her shoulders against him. This was the first time Shadrach felt every inch of her in such close proximity. It was an intimacy he had never envisioned before. He could clearly picture her in his mind; compared to his bulk, she was petite—maybe even a foot shorter than him. Shadrach had to crouch down to her level to match her height, and even then, he felt the strain in his back as he hugged her tightly.He could tell she was curvy, especially since he didn’t know she was pregnant. Normally, she had a small, slim frame. He could feel her delicious fragrance wafting up to him; she smelled like vanilla, musk, and something expensive he couldn’t quite place.When Shadrach planned his
To my dear readers,I want to begin by expressing my deepest gratitude to you, even though there may not be many of you. Your support, no matter how small, has meant everything to me. When I first set out to write "Blinded Dreams," my goal was to craft a unique storyline that would resonate with those who read it. It has taken me 1.5 years to finally complete this book, and I’m overwhelmed with joy to be able to say that it is now finished.Writing this book has been one of the hardest and most rewarding experiences of my life. During the course of crafting this story, I faced some of the darkest and most difficult phases in my personal journey.Every chapter, every word, was part of my own catharsis, and it is with a full heart that I share this with you today.This will be the last book in the Dreams series. The journey of Shadrach, Wynter, and the others has come to its beautiful conclusion, and I have no intentions of returning to continue their story. As much as I’m sad to close t
EpilogueSabrina's POVThe soft hum of violins played on, weaving a melody that seemed to mirror the emotions swirling within me—excitement, love, and a hint of nervousness. The garden was nothing short of magical, bathed in the golden glow of the setting sun. White roses and blush-pink peonies bordered the aisle like nature’s embrace, their fragrance soothing yet invigorating.This was it—the moment I had dreamed of all my life. I was marrying Shadrach.Taking a deep breath, I tried to steady the fluttering in my chest. Beside me, Mama Iris adjusted my veil with a delicate touch. Her hands trembled slightly, and her eyes shimmered with unshed tears.“You look beautiful, my love,” she said, her voice trembling. “I can’t believe you’re getting married already. I just wish Denissa was here to see this.”Tears welled up in my eyes, but I held them back. “Thank you, Mama Iris,” I whispered. “I wish she were here too, but having you with me means everything.” My thoughts wandered briefly t
73. Blinded DreamsShadrach's POVIt’s been a month since all the chaos unfolded, and life has finally settled into a calm rhythm. Things feel normal again. Wynter has officially moved into my penthouse at Jackson Tower. Although I insisted that Ethan stay with us—after all, this place belongs to him as much as it does to me—he refused, saying that I was the one who had truly contributed to the growth of Jackson Enterprises, even when things were at their most vulnerable.Still, I was persistent, and he eventually agreed to move into the flat just below my penthouse. He seems satisfied with that arrangement, and I’m happy to have him close.For the first time, this penthouse feels like home. Wynter, however, insists that we also spend time at the house she bought for herself. When I suggested renting it out, she outright refused, saying it held sentimental value for her. With no other option, we’ve made a habit of spending our weekends there. It’s a compromise, but one I don’t mind for
72. The Ultimate RevelationThird Person's POVTravis stood frozen, shock and dread coursing through him. Miller’s words had reopened wounds he had buried deep within himself. The realization of how close he had come to losing Wynter—the person he cherished most in the world—gripped him like a vice. If Miller hadn’t arrived in time, Wynter might have met the same fate as Denissa. The mere thought of it flashed vividly before his eyes, making his knees feel weak.Meanwhile, Sabrina had rushed to Wynter, pulling her into a protective embrace. Her hands moved swiftly over Wynter’s body, inspecting her from head to toe for any signs of injury. When she found none, she exhaled in relief, her grip on Wynter tightening for a moment as if to reassure herself that she was unharmed."Mama Iris, where’s Storm?" Wynter asked, her voice trembling but steady enough to break the silence."He’s safe, sweetheart," Sabrina reassured her. "Harris is with him, waiting for you to come back."Wynter nodded
71. SavedThird Person's POVA piercing gunshot echoed through the air, making Wynter and Shadrach scream in fear.Wynter instinctively shut her eyes, bracing for the searing pain she was certain would come, expecting her soul to quit her body at any moment. But the impact never came. Confused, she slowly opened her eyes, her heart pounding. Another scream—this one agonizing—rang out, followed by a second gunshot.Her mind raced. Was the danger closing in on her and Shadrach? Or was it happening elsewhere, through the phone? The uncertainty was maddening.Both Wynter and Shadrach opened their eyes simultaneously, relief washing over them when they saw each other unharmed. The chaos around them was overwhelming, but one thing became clear: Sean, who had been holding a gun, now clutched his hand, blood pouring from it. His shoulder had also taken a hit, rendering him incapacitated.While Wynter tried to steady herself, Shadrach assessed the situation. Men surrounded him, guns drawn and
70. Fighting For LoveThird Person's POVWhen Shadrach learned of Wynter’s kidnapping, his first suspicion fell on his uncles. No one else harbored the grudge or the resources to hurt her this way. Deep down, he knew this wasn’t just about her—it was their attempt to exact revenge on him.He felt a crushing wave of shame. Not once, but twice, he had failed to protect Wynter. And for that, he vowed to make things right, no matter the cost.Shadrach began heading out of the clinic when Travis intercepted him."Shadrach!" Travis called, stepping in front of him. "Where are you going?"Shadrach’s eyes burned with determination. "I know where I need to go, and I promise you this—when I come back, Wynter will be with me."He turned to Sabrina, his voice softening. "Mrs. King, I don’t even need to say this, but please take care of Storm while I’m gone."Sabrina nodded silently, holding back tears.Without waiting for a reply, Shadrach strode out, heading to his car. He started the engine wit
69. Old EnemiesWynter's POVWhen I opened my eyes, I found myself tied to a chair. My hands and legs were bound tightly, and my mouth was gagged, making it impossible to speak.I tried to piece together what had happened. The phone call with Ethan... the men barging into the clinic... being dragged out at gunpoint. I remembered trying to resist, only to be struck with the barrel of a gun, everything going black after that.Now, I was here, in complete darkness, unable to make out my surroundings. I tried to scream, but the gag muffled any sound I made.My eyes adjusted to the dim light and wandered toward the darkest corner of the room. I squinted, focusing hard. Someone was seated there, in the shadows. I couldn’t make out their face or even discern if it was a man or a woman.Then, the figure stood and began walking toward me. The sound of their shoes clicking against the floor echoed in the silence, sending a chill down my spine. I squinted harder, and when they stepped into the f
68. KidnappedShadrach's POV"Thank you, Mr. King. I really owe you for this one," I said earnestly over the phone, my voice thick with gratitude.Mr. King had just forwarded the proof I desperately needed to confirm my suspicions. My uncles were behind my parents’ murder. I hadn’t expected him to uncover the truth so quickly, but the detailed statements he had sent via email were undeniable.He explained that he had used his connections in Chicago to pressure the burglars, who were serving life sentences for the crime. Originally, they had claimed the murders were accidental—that they’d entered our home for a robbery and killed my family when confronted. But under Mr. King’s pressure, they admitted the truth: my uncles had bribed them to carry out the killings."As long as my daughter is happy with you, you don’t owe me anything," Mr. King replied in his deep, authoritative voice. Yet, beneath his calm tone, there was an unspoken warning that sent a chill through me."I promise I wil
67. Back To ManhattanOn their way back to Manhattan, Wynter couldn’t stop marveling at her engagement ring. She kept stealing glances at it, her eyes sparkling with excitement.“Mama Iris is going to be so shocked!” Wynter exclaimed as they passed through the bustling streets of the city.Shadrach, focused on the road, glanced at her and smiled warmly. “Maybe that’s the kind of shock your father needs to reassure him that I don’t plan on leaving your side anytime soon,” he chuckled.Wynter turned to him, curiosity brimming in her eyes. “Speaking of Dad, how did your meeting with him go? What did he say? I know he can be... intimidating.” Her words came out in a rush, barely giving her time to breathe.“Breathe, Griz. Take it easy,” Shadrach laughed. “I won’t lie, though—your dad is very intimidating. He’s got this aura, like he’s some mafia boss and not a CEO. Are you sure he’s not into something... shady?” He teased, though his tone carried genuine intrigue.Wynter let out a small l