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Chapter 9 - Keep it away from him
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[Matilda] "Tilda, what exactly are you talking about?" Julia snapped We had returned home from our visit to the hospital, and I told Julia everything that happened in Doctor Ruben's office, but that was not the reason she was staring at me like this. "Julia, I have to go!" I mumbled as I curled up on her bed I told her about my plans to leave New York, yes, I knew I had no idea how that plan would work out, but staying here in New York seemed like torture, I couldn't guarantee not running back to Kaden, which was one of the reasons I needed to leave. I need to put the past behind me and move on. I doubt that I will be able to move on if I stay back here "You don't know anyone in Miami, so what are you talking about?" Julia growled. She knew I had already made up my mind to leave, and that was why she was upset. "Julia, I was fifteen when my parents died, I had no one, but I survived and I'll do it again, so this is nothing new to me, I'm not sure how, but I will survive!" I mumb
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[Matilda]Six years laterThe air in the hall was thick with anticipation as I clung to Leo's huge hand for comfort. My gaze never left Aiden, standing on stage with nine other kids.My gaze shifted to Austin, who was cradled on Leo's lap, his eyes fixed on the stage, a smile was playing on his face as he stared at his twin brother on stage"Are you okay?" I bit down on my lower lip as I stared at the man sitting on my right side, clutching Austin tightly as he squeezed my hand. I gave Leo a faint smile and nodded, attempting to brush off the anxiety that was consuming me.My eyes shifted back to the stage, my eyes swelled with pride as I traced Aiden's figure in line with nine other kids, all waiting in anticipation on the stage for the results of their hard workThis competition was more than just a Maths competition. It was an opportunity for young talents to explore, gain exposure, and show the world what they are capable of.I glanced around the hall, the faces of other parents a
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[Matilda]New York City?The word echoed in my ear over and over as my eyes locked on my baby on stage.The audience was cheering, but I could barely hear them over the roar in my ears. New York City? My chest tightened as a chilling wave of panic surged through meWhy New York City?Why?"Tilda!" My breath caught as I felt Leo's hand on me. "You've been called on stage!" He mumbled, and I batted my lashes, my gaze returning to the stage."Would the family of Aiden Miller, please join us on stage and celebrate this incredible achievement."I shook myself out of my trance, blinking quickly as I walked over on my shaky legs. My heart was pounding in my chest, and all I could think about was this wonderful opportunity for my son to attend the best academy on a fully sponsored scholarship. But New York City?I stood next to Aiden, barely able to control my emotions. He was still smiling, unaware of my inner turmoil. The woman handed me an envelope as she turned to face me"This envelope c
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[Matilda] "Does it have anything to do with Aiden and Austin's father?" My jaw clenched as Leo's eyes fixed deeply into mine, scanning mine as if waiting for me to admit what he had just asked.I bit my lower lip and turned away from Leo, my eyes darting around my small kitchen."No, It has nothing to do with that. Leo, I just don't want to," I mumbled softly.Leo has asked me about Aiden and Austin's father several times over the years, but I have always declined to talk about it. I know he sees how I react whenever he brings up the idea of me moving my business to NYC, and I'm sure he was connecting the dots.But my life with Kaden is one thing I didn't want to talk about or what I went through in his hands. Talking about it was like opening a new wound deep within me. It even felt more challenging when my twin boys were exactly a younger version of him.Austin and Aiden had asked me several times why I got sad whenever I look into their eyes. I would immediately smile it away, te
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[Matilda]Four days later"Oh my God, Mum, this place is stunning!" Austin held my hand, trying to get me to look at whatever he was pointing at. I smiled at him and nodded as I pushed our luggage forward.My mind was a total mess from the moment we boarded the plane until we landed. I was back in the city I left six years ago! I kept convincing myself that NYC was a big city and that there was a possibility I would never see him again."Uncle Leo!" My gaze shifted as I heard the boys scream, I looked to the far end and saw a beaming Leo approaching us with a bouquet in his hands. The kids sprinted off, running towards him, and I watched him crouch down to their level, opening his arms and wrapping them around him.My lips curled into a smile as I got closer until I was standing right beside them."My big boys!" Leo smiled, ruffling their hair as he straightened up. Aiden and Austin's attention quickly turned sideways, as Aiden continued to show Austin whatever he saw that looked b
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[Matilda] My fingers were tracing the smooth fabric of my dress as I stared out of the window. My heart was pounding hard in my chest as I bit down on my lower lip.I knew it was inevitable. Not seeing him at such an event with the kind of power and connections the Donovans had. It was nearly impossible I just wished today wouldn't come by but here we are on our way to the event Leo asked me to go with him"Tesoro, are you okay?" I bit my lip as Leo's deep voice echoed in my ear. I slowly shifted my gaze to the driver's seat"I'm fine!" I mumbled softly, but the look in his eyes told me he wasn't buying it."But you've been quiet since we left your house, if something is wrong, please let me know!" Leo asked softlyBut how could I explain to him why I was feeling this way? How could I tell him that it was because there was a possibility of meeting my ex-husband at this said event?"Tilda!" Leo called again, drawing me out of my thoughts."It's nothing, Leo, I'm fine!""Are you worri
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[Kaden]My finger rested on the rim of my wine glass as I took a small sip of champagne, my eyes sweeping over the ballroom."Baby, I'll be right back, let me see a friend over there," Cherry said, leaning in to kiss my lips. I gave her a firm nod. My gaze followed her until she was almost out of sight. I took a deep breath and turned away. It's been six years of marriage to the woman I love, the woman who makes me happy.I married Cherry the same month I divorced Tilda, and that month was the hardest of my life. Cherry miscarried just a few weeks after our wedding, and we have been trying to conceive for six years. I have always made her understand several times that our baby will come at the right time, but I couldn't help but feel pain whenever I saw her shedding tears over and over for losing our childMy jaw clenched hard as I recalled the name that just crossed my mindTildaFor six years, I never heard from her or even got a glimpse of her in this city! Not that I cared, but
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