Liam’s POV Laura kept whining and grinning widely as the plane took off into the air, the sight of the clouds surrounding the airplane in the sky was beautiful and peaceful at the same time. But for some weird reason, my mind wasn’t at rest. Leaving Avery by herself in the house I wasn't even sure what her plan was. Sighing I adjusted myself on the seat while reaching for my iPad, “Babe you don't look so good, Is there a problem? Are you feeling sick? Did Avery do something to piss you off again?” she said calmly while caressing my chest softly. Shrugging my shoulder lightly I pushed her hands from my chest before saying, “People are watching Laura, stop this. I'm just a little stressed from everything that has been going on recently. My mind is occupied with a lot.” Her countenance suddenly became elated, and I was confused for a minute, Is she okay up there? I asked myself silently. Smiling Laura said calmly, “Babe you have me here to make all your worries disappear, I'm go
Avery’s POVThe next day I tried standing up from my bed, but it was mission impossible as my legs felt wobbly and my lower abdomen hurt so much I clutched my stomach, but then I knew if I kept being so weak and frail Maria would get the family doctor which was the last thing I wanted right now.Moaning loudly, I forced my body out of the bed and held on to the armchair to support my legs, “Avery, you can do this, enough of being weak and useless for the past two days.” I whispered while taking deep breaths.I walked to the bathroom and filled up the tub with cold water to a reasonable level. Afterward, I lay down in the tub and allowed the cold water to heal up my tensed muscles, I literally breathed out, “My goodness!”Although the water became so cold suddenly I wanted to relax more in it. After spending some minutes in the tub, I stepped out and wrapped the towel around my chest protectively, curiosity got the better part of me and I slowly pulled off the towel from my chest.Stan
Avery’s POV “My lady! My Lady!” I heard Maria’s voice while I tried to open my eyes again. She kept shaking my shoulders rigorously trying to wake me up, it was hard but then I followed the trail of her voice and woke up suddenly gasping for breath. Maria quickly pulled me up and propped the pillow behind my head carefully, “My Lady, How are you feeling?” she inquired carefully while dabbing my forehead with a napkin soaked in warm water. I opened my mouth to reply but then my voice came out barely above a whisper when suddenly my teeth started chattering uncontrollably. Instantly I knew the cold water bath I had worsened my health situation, my lower abdomen hurt terribly, but I ignored it at first. “Water! I need water, Maria.” I forced myself to say when suddenly I experienced a splitting headache. Holding my head in my hands, I winced in pain, Maria was as confused as a one-year-old trying to watch the news, “My lady what can I do to help?” she asked in a hoarse tone, running
Author’s POVJamal’s car drove into the hospital parking lot and luckily Dr. Leonard already had an emergency team waiting outside at the entrance, Immediately Jamal came down quickly he carried Avery who was already losing consciousness on the stretcher that was provided.The nurses and health assistants wheeled her into the hospital with Jamal following closely by her side, his heartbeat increased when she was taken into the emergency ward and the nurses told him to wait outside. Letting go of Avery’s hands instantly, he felt like his heart shattered into tiny pieces.Dr. Leonard walked briskly past him and said, “She would be fine, just stay out here and wait for her.” Jamal looked up and saw him smiling at him before walking into the ward.Typically, Dr. Leonard’s words were supposed to encourage him, but then he found himself getting so angry at himself for not reaching out to her sooner.What if something terrible happens to her baby? Even if it was not his, he could not stop hi
Avery’s POVThe beeping sound of the surrounding machines woke me up at midnight, my body felt numb as I tried to open my eyes, but then it was a difficult thing to do. Taking in a deep breath I shot my eyes open, and the bright light was blinding for a split second, but then my eyes adjusted to it quickly. My environment was different, but I felt drowsy to even think of anything right now. There was a weight resting on my left hand, so I stirred trying to pull it away, looking down I heard his voice, “How do you feel, Ave?” Blinking so hard my heart kept beating frantically against my rib cage as my face flushed lightly, he looked at me with so much love in his eyes and I tried to say something in response, but I felt a slight pain which made me winced. Standing up quickly, he hushed me, “You don’t have to say anything right now, what was I even thinking? Please go back to sleep, I'm here. I won’t leave you and the baby alone ever again.” Jamal said then leaned in and placed a sof
Avery’s POVIt had been the best two weeks of my life, and it was quite unbelievable as Jamal continued to show me so much care and affection, but then I could not forget the fact that it was about to get serious.Exhaling sharply I turned and met Jamal’s soft gaze resting on my face, “Jeez! Jamal, you startled me. Why are you staring at me like that?” I asked, trying to catch my breath. There have been many changes in my body and my emotions were all over the place.“I apologize for making you frightened, but you were so focused on your thoughts you failed to hear me call out to you. Are you okay now? Should I turn down the window if you seem out of breath?” he asked calmly.Nodding slightly, Jamal quickly pressed a button and the next minute the car was filled with fresh air. Taking in deep breaths I felt a lot better, I really can’t tell why, but I usually experience shortness of breath since I became ten weeks pregnant.Smiling at me, I replied politely, “It's not your fault my bo
Avery’s POVClutching my dress tightly I tried so hard to steady the rhythm of my heartbeat while Emma walked towards the couch with a warm smile on her face, How could I be betrayed in this manner? How could Jamal do this to me? So they have been together all this while, and he continually made advances towards me, Ohh Avery, How pitiful! I thought silently.Emma comfortably took her seat on the couch after hugging Jamal briefly, my heart was so broken I longed to rip them apart. Was this how Jamal felt every time he saw me with Liam? I know I'm supposed to be happy for my friends, but then envy took the better part of my heart presently.“Oh, Avery! How have you been? I apologize for not coming to check on you at the hospital lately. You will understand why when Jamal tells you everything you need to know.” she said calmly but then her words pierced my heart fast. How did I not put the puzzle pieces together? They must be getting married soon, Emma and Jamal walking down the aisle I
Avery’s POV Adjusting myself on the couch I tightened my grip on my purse, it felt weird knowing that everyone in this room right now was here to help me win against Liam Leon Galloway. The man I got married to and believed was supposed to protect me from the world, but Liam turned out to be the one who hurt me the most.Brushing off the thought I paid rapt attention to the lawyer sitting opposite me, “Good morning Miss Avery, it's a pleasure to finally meet you. Mr. Jamal contacted me a few weeks ago, but we had to reschedule when he related to me that you were sick, so how are you feeling now?” he inquired calmly, but there was an underlying tone of authority in his voice. “I'm better now, thanks for asking!” I replied politely. Clearing his throat he said, “So let's get down to the business for the day, My name is Barrister Micheal, and I am a divorce lawyer, Mr. Jamal already gave me a debrief about your case with your husband and your willingness to terminate your marriage. Am