Marcus's POV"President's Fiancée Victoria Sullivan Evades Arrest Amidst Accomplice Allegations in Housemaid's Murder Case"My eyebrows furrowed as I listened to the news.Did she run away or Gabriel made her disappear?Before I could even get answers to my question I heard my doorbell ring and upon opening the door my eyebrows furrowed when I saw police outside my unit."What do you need?" I ask.The police who arrested me back in Brazil took a step forward and took my hand putting a handcuff on my wrist."Marcus Sullivan you are under arrest for killing Martha Clark and for abducting and raping Lillian Hawthorne. You have the right to remain silent. Anything you say can and will be used against you in a court of law. You have the right to an attorney. If you cannot afford an attorney, one will be provided for you. Do you understand the rights I have just read to you? With these rights in mind, do you wish to speak to me?""I am innocent,"The police officer let out a deep sigh. "Tak
Lillian's POVThey looked at me with their eyes filled with pity and it added to the guilt that I am feeling. In their eyes I am innocent and nothing but a victim. I want to tell the truth and shout to this room that Marcus is innocent but I know it will cost me a lot.I will lose everything once I did that. I no longer own my voice because everything that will come out of my mouth came from my father.I became his puppet once again. I thought I am finally free from him but it turns out that he is still holding my string and my movements are still controlled by him."After reviewing all the presented evidence and verifying the witness's statement, Marcus Sullivan is found guilty for killing Martha Clark and for abducting and sexually abusing Lillian Hawthorne and is sentenced to five years, four months, and twenty-seven days of imprisonment,"I heard a violent reaction from the audience saying that Marcus deserves the death penalty. They tried protesting but the judge already sealed
Marcus's POVShout from prisoners welcomed me as I walked in the congested aisle of the prison."This will be your cell," The police officer opened the cell door. I roamed my eyes in the four-cornered room and I felt my chest tighten just thinking that I will live here for more than five years."Get inside,"The officer pushed me when I remained standing unable to move.The moment I stepped inside they locked the door behind me leaving me with strangers who looked at me with their piercing eyes.When a man bigger than me stood up I should feel fear but I didn't feel anything at all. His body is covered with tattoos and his dark aura made the surroundings feel heavy but I just watched him as he walked towards me."Why are you here?" he asked as he looked at me from head to toe."False accusation," I said.He laughed at me and then shook his head. He held my shoulder and looked at me directly in the eyes.His hold on my shoulder tightened and it hurts but I refused to show any emotion.
Lillian's POVI once dreamt of walking down the aisle while holding my father's arm.I once dreamt of wearing a beautiful white gown as I walked on the red carpet with scattered petals of white roses.I used to dream of a wedding like what I saw in my favourite fairytales and I always find myself smiling as I imagine myself being the bride who walks towards her prince charming.I always thought that wedding means happily ever after.I thought I will be the happiest when that day comes but I was wrong because while walking down the aisle with white petals scattered on the floor and holding my father's arm tightly the happiness that I thought I will feel can't be found. I am filled with fear and pain rather than excitement and love.I am filled with agony and misery and the tears that fell from my eyes didn't come from joy but from sadness.When we reached the altar Dad gave my hand to Alexander.They smiled and they looked happy while I am in deep misery."Take care of my daughter Alex
Lillian's POV~After five years~"Lillian, are you done?" When I heard Alexander calling me I immediately put on my earrings and wear my heels before stepping out of the room.The moment I stepped out I saw him sitting on the couch busy fidgeting his phone.When his eyes directed on me he stood up and fixed his tie."Let's go," he said then headed out of the White House but before following him I walked towards the kitchen to check on Amari, my four-year-old daughter.A smile grace on my lips when I saw Amari sitting at the dining table, eating her dinner.Beside her is Rose who assists her in eating."Hi my love," I greeted and kissed her on the cheeks.Amari looked at me and stared at my face. She beamed a sweet smile and I can't help but pinch her cheeks unable to resist her cuteness."Mommy will leave for a while, be a good girl okay,"Amari smiled and nod her head so I kissed her cheeks once again before turning my head on Rose."Call me if something happens,""Yes, Maam,"I am
Marcus's POVShe stiffened when I held her. Her eyes are wide open as she looked at me."Smile Lillian," I whispered before turning my head in front to face the camera.After taking a shot Lillian forcefully removed my hold on her waist and hurriedly stepped out of the stage.I smiled as I watched her taking heavy steps towards Alexander...her husband."Congratulations Mr Sullivan," my eyes directed on Lillian, turned to the host when I heard him speak."Thank you," I said as I took his hand and stepped out of the stage carrying the painting.I headed towards my table...a few steps away from Lillian.I always caught her stealing glances on my side while Alexander looked at me intently with his eyes filled with anger.I have no idea what is going on in front. It feels like we created our world and none of them can notice the tension between us."Thank you for participating in this event. We promise that the profit that we have gathered will be put to good use,"Everyone clapped their h
Lillian's POVIt's been a few days since I last saw Marcus but his face is still engraved in my head.He looks the same but at the same time different. His build got bigger and I saw a tattoo on his neck. He looks ruthless but I can still see the Marcus that I once love...the Marcus who once loved me."Maam are you okay?" When I heard Rose's voice I was pulled out of my reverie.I looked at her and then smiled. "Y-Yeah," I said.Rose stared at my face intently as if she can tell that something is wrong with me.She sat beside me then hold my hand and looked at me directly in the eyes."What's wrong Maam?" she asked anticipating my answer.I let out a deep breath and then roamed my eyes around to check if someone can hear us. When it is only the two of us in the garden I brought my gaze back on Rose and let out a deep breath once again."I saw Marcus at the auction," I said and when she heard that her eyes widen and checked the surrounding as well because she knew that once someone he
Lillian's POVWhile having a conversation with Rose I heard Amari's cry so I immediately run inside.I saw her climbing down the stair while rubbing her eyes.I immediately walked towards her and carried her in my arms.I brushed away her tears and removed strands of her hair that covers her face. "What's wrong my love?" I asked as I walked down the stair.Amari stared at my face and then hugged me tightly with her little arms as if she is scared of letting me go.Amari can't speak. According to her paediatrician, she has a speech delay. She's already four years old but she didn't even utter a single word or even call me Mommy.I am hoping for that day to come and I will never lose hope that one day it will happen.One day I will hear my daughter's voice. One day she will be able to call me Mom.When we reached the living room I sat on the couch while Amari is sitting on my lap. "Do you want to go to the mall, my love?" A smile grace on her lips then nod her head cutely.I pinch her