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MICHAEL'S POVOne Week LaterSince I stopped using the wheelchair, the cane in my hand had become some sort of a strange companion, an extension of myself that I wasn’t yet fully comfortable with.Each step I took was deliberate and tentative like that of a baby, my muscles trying to remember how to function again after so much time confined to one spot.The yard outside the hospital was quiet, save for the distant hum of traffic and the rustle of leaves in the wind.The air was fresher out here. It was cleaner here.It was in this moment of standing outside and trying to observe some quiet reflection that I noticed a feminine figure standing a few yards away from me. There was something familiar about the way she carried herself, the slight tilt of her head, the poised but unhurried movements. It wasn’t until she turned slightly, allowing the light to catch her face, that I realized that it was my new friend…Isabella.My heart leaped, and I almost I forgot my cane and jumped.Joyf
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Nathan's POV“Wow!” I whispered, looking around as I adjusted my tie, the sleek fabric smooth under my fingertips.My new office at the Harrigton’s headquater was a significant upgrade compared to my previous office at New Zealand, which was just a corner office with floor-to-ceiling windows. The sharp lines of the modern furniture, the understated yet elegant decor in this one, all reminded me of how much had changed. Dad and Grandfather told me to wait here not too long ago.In about five minutes, I would be meeting with the senior board members in the conference room. I straightened my suit jacket once more.However, inwardly It was almost like I was resuming at New Zealand all over again. The feeling was the same.The familiar streets were all looking foreign, the faces I once knew seemed distant. I was nervous, not just about stepping into this new role but also about confronting the past I’d left behind. The image of my parents that day before I left flashed yet ag
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MICHAEL'S POVI kept my hands on the steering wheel as my car glided through the paved roads. Each turn brought me closer to Le Petit Amour restaurant, and it also brought me closer to the moment I have been rehearsing in my mind since yesterday.A part of me was wondering if I could still back out, find an excuse, or even convince myself that this dinner wasn’t going to end the way I’d planned.I eased on the brakes to navigate a few ruts ahead.The plan was simple, but executing it felt like it was going to be so much more difficult than expected.I couldn’t help but replay the conversation I was about to have, each version with different words but the same ending. I wanted to be as clear as possible but also kind. But how do you tell someone something so direct and blunt without causing them pain?In a few minutes, the restaurant district came into view, a round glittery building with a signpost in front.As I pulled into the lot, something I saw through the windscreen caught m
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ISABELLA'S POVI ended the call, my fingers feeling stiff as I stared at the screen. I could feel Michael’s eyes on me, still watching, still waiting.I glanced up at him, forcing a smile that felt as fragile as glass. “Never mind," I said, my voice barely above a whisper. The excuse tasted bitter on my tongue. Michael didn’t say a word. His gaze was steady, unblinking, as if he could see through the mask I was desperately trying to hold in place. I looked away, feeling the burn of his concern. The silence between us was heavy as I shifted uncomfortably, trying to act like everything was fine.But it wasn’t. The constant attempts by James to force himself back into my life was becoming tiring, and pushing him away was a little bit harder than it should be, knowing that his seed was growing inside of me. “Lets go,” Michael finally said, taking me by the hand again and opening the car door for me to enter.We left for the club, and the drive to the address was a quiet one. Th
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ISABELLA'S POVI climbed down from the car and slammed my car door with a force, cursing under my breath as I stormed towards my apartment gate.The anger boiling inside me was barely contained, each step a testament to the frustration I have been trying to manage since we left the restaurant up to the incessant calls at the club.The last thing I needed now was James showing up at my new place unannounced. “What the hell are you doing here? Who gave you the address to my apartment?” I snarled, advancing slowly like someone addressing a snake.James shrugged nonchalantly, his gaze fixed on me. “Does it really matter how I found you? The important thing is that I did. We share a bond, Isabella, and we need to address it as soon as possible. We need to talk of my child inside you.”At that point, Michael, who had followed me out of the car, had stepped a little closer, standing just a few spaces away from us, keeping a wary distance. My face flushed at once in embarrassment. I cou
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GENERAL POVThe day that had been marked on calendars and whispered about in conversations since the last few weeks had finally arrived.It was the 80th birthday celebration of Priest Mack, the patriarch of the Mack family, and the event was nothing short of grand.The newly built family mansion, a gift from his first daughter, Sophie Harrington, stood tall and resplendent, a masterpiece of modern architecture. The walls of the large house were adorned with shimmering drapes and elegant floral arrangements. Very large, smiling portraits of Priest Mack, clad in his parish gown, were strategically placed throughout the venue, each one radiating the warmth, wisdom, and faith of the man being celebrated. The decorations were luxurious yet tasteful, with every detail carefully planned to reflect the stature and reverence of the occasion. Outside the house and all around both yards, the manicured lawns were dotted with gazebos, each hosting a different segment of the celebration.The ai
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ISABELLA'S POV I stepped on the brakes gently, bringing my Mercedes to an abrupt halt at the hospital’s parking lot. It was morning, and I had just arrived at work. I sat on the driver’s seat for a little longer, taking a deep breath, to steady myself for the day ahead. After that, I stepped out. As I began to make my way into the building, The first sight I caught was that of a nurse in a teal; her eyes brightened when she saw me. "Good morning, Dr. Harrington," she said, greeted with a slight bow. "Good morning," I replied, nodding warmly as I continued forward. A few more steps inside, an orderly in navy scrubs, was pushing a cart of supplies. "Dr. Harrington, always a pleasure to see you!" He waved happily. "Likewise," I waved back, offering a quick smile before moving on. The pattern of greetings continued with each step, nurses, patients, and members of staff, all of them offering smiles and nods. They were all constant reminders of the impact of my presence in
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NATHAN'S POV I leaned back in my chair, running a hand through my hair before straightening my tie and half-hoping something that might suddenly demand my attention. “Maybe I should go over the quarterly report one more time,” I muttered to myself, knowing full well that I had combed through that twice today already. With a sigh, I flipped my laptop closed and leaned stared up at the ceiling. The silence became unbearable after a few minutes. I picked up my phone, scrolling through my contacts before settling on Owen’s name. He always had some chaos brewing in his world, perharps some of that chaos was what I needed now. I dialed his number, listening to the ring echo in my ear. It rang more than twice before Owen finally picked up. I could barely hear him over the background noise. “Nate, can I call you back? I’m in the middle of something a meeting. Can we talk later?” Owen’s voice was strained, struggling to rise above the chattering around him. I could te
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ISABELLA'S POVNathan had shared with me how Scarlett had been visiting him of late, lingering too long at his door, just enough to stir old wounds. And even reaching out to the estate security personnel whenever he wasn't around. At least it showed a level of desperation on her part. And that was why I was on my way there today.Despite the hurt, part of me hoped we could still talk this out. Even though restoring her back into his life wouldn't be all that possible.But we could still arrive at something that works. Just like James and I had done.After all, we had been friends for years. All I wanted was a hint of remorse from her, an acknowledgment of the line she had crossed.As I parked in front of the gallery, the emptiness of the space mirrored the hollow feeling in my chest. The lights were off, the windows dark, and not a soul in sight. I stood for a moment, staring at the locked door, a quiet sigh escaping my lips. So, she wasn’t here. And perhaps indoors or something
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GENERAL POVOwen pushed the door to his apartment and entered.He shut the door softly behind him, pausing for a second, as though leaving the world outside was not quite enough.He moved with slow, deliberate steps, crossing the room with a weariness that had become second nature to him over the past few days.His face was hard to read; his brows were slightly drawn, lost in thought.When Owen reached his bedroom, he stopped at the center of the room, standing there as though uncertain of what to do next.His eyes were scanning the space, landing on nothing in particular, and for a long moment, he didn’t move.The room felt too big, too empty. It swallowed him whole.With a heavy sigh, his hand reached up to undo the buttons of his shirt, one by one, slowly. The fabric fell away from his body, and he carelessly tossed it onto the bed. He stood shirtless and then made to sit down on the edge of the bed, elbows resting on his knees, hands clasped loosely as his head hung low.For day
