Bella turned and it was a police officer, she was really afraid and she became nervous but she tried her best to remain calm. Is it that they have found something out and now they are here to arrest her for it?"Is anything the problem? I don't understand what you mean by that, I didn't do anything that I need to give any explanation for. Fred please say something to them, tell them I'm your friend and I have known Clara myself for the longest of time." Bella said and the detective was wondering why she was so paranoid all of a sudden. He only asked her that question because of what he heard her say and nothing more. Now she's beginning to make him think probably there's something she might be hiding."There's no need to get defensive all of a sudden, I only asked you that question because of what I heard you say. You don't have to worry, I'm a detective and we are just here to ask you some questions and be of help to this case." The detective said and she felt a little bit relieved,
It has been three weeks since Clara was admitted to the hospital and all efforts to find the killer have proven abortive. Though the team of detectives is still on the case, everything has not been the same ever since. Fred has become more distant and hardly ever goes to the company to work.On the other hand, Bella has been trying her best to get close to him as well but Fred has been in his shutdown mode and doesn't want to talk to anyone at the moment. He just comes home from work and goes to bed.Zara stood in front of the mirror and thought about the things that have been happening of late. She unbuttoned her shirt and she could see her stomach coming up a little bit. Her heart skipped a beat, her bump was beginning to show, which meant she needed to do something about this as soon as possible. Once all of this is over, she will have to get a private investigator to help her with finding the father of her babies. She will have to start from the past and then find all the possible
Zara rushed to hug and place a kiss on her forehead. She didn't think this would be happening so soon even though she prayed and hoped for it to happen every day. "I was so worried and scared, but I knew also that you are a very strong woman and you are going to pull through. I kept telling him not to worry about you but he wouldn't listen to me. I told you not to worry so much about her, can you see now that I was right about what I said?" She asked Fred and he nodded his head as he pulled her closer and kissed her on the forehead. "I was so worried about your mom and I didn't even know what to think. I thought you were not going to come back to me soon Mom. Thank you for coming back to me," he said and hugged his mother."I'm sorry to interrupt you but we still need to carry out some tests on Mrs Clara. I called you immediately after she woke up and we didn't have the time to do some things. So please move aside while we get some things done." The doctor said and they all nodded t
"Bella!" Bella heard her name being called and wondered who the person was this time. She felt so annoyed that she was being disturbed like that. She looked to her left and she could see her standing there, Bella stood up as well. She has no idea the reason why she's coming at her like that and needs to be careful. "Zara!" Fred also stood up as he didn't know the reason why she was going over there to meet with her. But she definitely can't fight with her right? They seem cool with each other a while ago just now."What do you want Zara? I don't have any problems with you, I'm only here because of Fred and Clara. I'm only here to support my best friend and nothing more so please let's just keep it at that." He said and she nodded her head."That's exactly what I'm doing too, I'm not here to fight with anybody. I just want to warn you," she said and Bella felt attacked, just who does she think she is to want to attack her? But of course, she can't say anything or unleash her furry her
The next few days passed by so quickly, that Clara returned home with a nurse being placed to be in charge of her. She has recovered well and Zara has been spending most of her days with her."Are you sure you don't want me to get you anything to eat?" Zara asked Clara who has been taking nothing but fruits since this morning. "I'm fine Zara really, you are the one I'm worried about now. Is it because I'm sick? Could that be the reason why I'm seeing things or you are pale?" She asked and Zara quickly stood up, she didn't want to have to face her. She wouldn't be able to lie to her if she were to look into her eyes."There's nothing wrong with me, it's just taking care of you and worrying over you at the hospital that made me look a little bit pale. Not that I'm complaining, I'm just saying, so there's no need to worry about me. You should focus on getting better, that's the most important thing right now." Zara said and Clara stretched her hand towards her. Zara took her hands and s
"And what are you doing here?" Clara asked the moment she saw her sitting close to her. Even after they arrived from the hospital, she's still yet to accept that she truly loves her and came to her because she likes her."You should not be asking me that question Clara, I'm sure by the time we are done with this dinner. You will be in love with me and you will allow just me to come close to me from now henceforth." She said and Clara looked at her her face filled with disgust. She can't believe the guts she has, she always comes here to spew rubbish, and that irritates her to her guts."What are you doing?" Fred was the one who asked this time. He came here to eat his food only to find another cause of drama right here again."Well, I'm just sitting where I should have been sitting all this while." She said and picked up the fork to begin eating without waiting for anyone. Zara didn't have the strength for any drama so she touched him and shook her head."You don't have to worry about
Bella stood up and made their way to her room, she had just changed her mind and would not be saying the secret out here. Instead, she's going to wait till when the event will be held, so she can use the opportunity to disgrace and Zara to shame. There's no way Clara will allow her to continue being married to her son after going through so much humiliation. This is just the best form of punishment she can give to her.She picked up her phone and put a call through to one of the IT hackers she knew back then in college. He's going to be the one to help her with this."Hey, how are you?" She asked him as soon as the call got connected. "You are calling me today, what exactly do you need? This is unusual of you to do unless you need something of course, so I'm listening to you. What do you need?" he asked and Bella frowned her face. Of course, the guy was right about what he just said but, she couldn't care less about what he just said. As long as he helps her with what she wants."You
Daniel dropped the phone and was mad, he couldn't believe she planned on using and discarding him just like that. Well, he knew she was going to do something like this so he prepared for her. She seriously will not believe what is about to hit her.He made his way to his computer and quickly unlocked a file, he then forwarded the file to his phone and Bella's phone as well. He sat back on the chair with a smirk. Now she's going to come running to him for sure and he can't wait to treat her just the way she deserves. Bella stood by the window thinking of the next line of action, so she made her way to lay on the bed. Suddenly she heard a beep on her phone and checked to see who had messaged her. She saw it was from an unknown source and wondered what kind of message that might be, she just hoped it was not some virus trying to find its way into her phone. She clicked on the message and found it was an audio message, she frowned."What is this?" She asked herself and clicked on the mes
Fred was laughing when his phone rang, but the moment he answered, his face turned serious."Fred, this is Detective James. I've got some news. We have Hailey, her mother, and Bella. They're all in custody."Fred's eyes grew wide with shock. "What? How in the world did you guys find them?"The detective chuckled. "Let's just say we had some good leads. They're in the process of being booked now."A wave of relief washed over Fred. "Thank God. Thank you, Detective.""We're not done yet, Fred. We still need to question them and get to the bottom of this. But for now, you can rest easy knowing they're off the streets."Fred nodded, even though the detective couldn't see him. "I appreciate it. Please keep me updated."As he hung up, Fred turned to Zara and Clara. "It's all over. Hailey, her mother, and Bella are behind bars."Tears brimmed over in Zara's eyes. "Oh, thank God. Our kids are safe."Clara smiled, her face carved with relief. "This is the best news we could have asked for."Fr
The booms of the police sirens in the warehouse were getting closer now. Clara was holding her daughter-in-law Zara's hand very tightly to soothe her."Help is here, Zara, just hang in there." These words repeated for a while produced from the lips of Clara, firm but quaking with emotion.Zara's eyes fluttered closed, her face going white and sweaty. Clara missed one heartbeat, not even daring to go to the worst place in her mind.But then Zara's eyes flickered open again, and she fixed them onto Clara. "Clara. Lo siento. I didn't mean to put you in danger."Clara was crying now, blubbering, the tears cascading down her face. "Don't say that, Zara. You're going to be fine. You're going to pull through."The medics burst past Clara, utterly focused on Zara. Clara stood, staring, while they dropped down to her level and pinned the wound on Zara's neck, then pulled her up onto the gurney.She gripped Zara's hand tightly in her own, behind her back in the ambulance, praying that with ever
"I have to go in there, Clara, for I have to find out what's happening to my girl. The silence—it just kills me."Clara's face set in a stubborn cast. "No, Zara, I cannot let you in there on your own; it's dangerous."Zara was indecisive. Her mind knew Clara was right, yet on the other hand, she simply could not do this. "Clara, please, I gotta do this. I'll be okay."Clara just shook her head. "But I'm not going to let you go in there alone. What if Bella is dangerous? What if she unmans you?"Zara let out a melodramatic sigh at that one, knowing against all her credibilities that Clara wouldn't."Okay. But you have got to promise me one thing. You have to stay way back and let me handle it. I don't want you under attack because of me."Clara's expression had softened, but her voice did not relent. "I'll stay behind, but just because you promise me one thing- you're going to be careful, and if things get out of hand, you get out of there, period."Zara nodded. Clara, she knew was o
Reaching the bottom step and hearing the 'click' of the sound of the hardwood floor beneath her boots, she entered the living room, where Clara was already seated sipping at a cup of coffee."Hey girl, you look fabulous," she told Zara, placing her cup on the table.Another added booster of her confidence made her smile. "Thanks, Clara, I am feeling rather good today."Clara nodded solemnly. "Yes, we need to find a way to talk about Bella. I was just trying to clear my thoughts and jot down in writing some thoughts on how we would start in dealing with the whole issue."Zara nodded as she got seated on a small stone beside Clara. "I am all ears. Let's hear it all."There she was, deep in conversation, when through the door in came Fred-torn, untidy in his appearance. "Hey guys, sorry to interrupt, but I was thinking of something since you're going out, would you like me to make some lunch for when you get back?"So, forthwith, a smile flitted from Zara, quite touched at Fred's caring
"Me neither. It's like she just snapped or something."Clara held her eyes, concern etched on her face. "Do you think Fred's plan for helping her is a good idea?"Zara hesitated, having known otherwise what to respond to. A part of her wanted to believe that Bella could be salvaged, that she wasn't beyond redemption. Another part of her was just plain terrified, scared of what Bella might do next."I don't know, Clara," Zara said finally. "I want to believe that Bella can change, that she's not beyond help. But at the same time, I'm scared. I don't know what she's capable of."Clara nodded with understanding. "I think so too. But do we not have to try, Zara? For Fred's sake, if nothing else."Zara nodded, her emotions oozing with an air of resolution. "You are right. We have to try."Just then, Fred came downstairs. His eyes were tired, but there was a determined look in them. "Guys, I've been thinking. I know how we can reach Bella."Zara and Clara gave each other a hopeful look. "Wh
As Fred was lost in the thought that it might be possible for Bella to change, Zara grew tense in his hand. "Hey, what's wrong?" he asked softly and gently full of concern.Fred was unsure of what to say to Zara about his plan; he just felt undecided. But something in her soft voice just made everything all right. "I have been thinking," he began, his voice barely above the whisper. "I probably could help Bella. I probably could get her the help she needs."Zara's face contorted in incredulity. "Fred, we have talked about this. Bella's beyond help. Toxic, she will bring you down with her."Fred nodded, realizing Zara's concern was founded. But he couldn't help that feeling inside him, telling him he needed at least to try. "I know, but what if I can reach her? What if I could help change her?"Zara heaved a deep sigh and searched his face for an answer. "You really would risk everything, wouldn't you, for her?"Fred nodded, his heart heavy with the weight of his decision. "I have to t
Fred trudged up the walkway, his feet heavy with the weight of his conversation with the detective. He had been hoping to find some way to help Bella, but now he wasn't so sure. As he reached the front door, it swung open and Zara stood before him, a look of concern etched on her face."Hey," she said standing aside to let him in. "How did it go?"Fred sighed, rubbing his temples. He didn't know how to summarize the complicated emotions swirling inside him.A seemingly sympathetic frown was creasing Zara's face. "That bad, huh?"Fred nodded, and he felt an immense weight being lifted, just being near Zara made things better.Zara softly closed the door as he entered inside, then leaned back against it, crossing her arms. "So, did you get to speak to her?" she asked softly.Fred's eyes dropped, his mind flashing back to the conversation with Bella. He hadn't expected her to be so. unrepentant. So uncaring."Yeah," he said at last, voice barely above a whisper. "She was vile like always
Fred asked the detective, "Is there a way to protect her? I don't want anything to happen to her."Detective Mathew's eyes became wide with shock. "Protect her? Mr. Fred, she's the one who has been causing harm to others. Why would you want to protect her?"Fred's expression turned grave. "She's like a sister to me," he said. "I am responsible for her, and I don't want anything to happen to her."The surprise on the detective's face slowly gave way to comprehension. "I see," he said. "Well, Mr. Fred, I can offer her protection while she's in custody, but once she's released. I'm not sure what we can do."Fred nodded, his eyes full of concern. "I understand. Just do what you can, please."The detective nodded. He looked so contemplative. "I'll see what we can do, Mr. Fred. But I have to ask, are you sure you want to do this? She's caused a lot of harm to people you care about."Fred's jaw clamped down tightly, his eyes flashing with determination. "Positive," he said. "She's like a sis
Fred's eyes never left Bella's face and a mixture of shock and sadness was written all over his face. "Everyone, please leave us alone for a minute," he said in a whispered tone.The detective had looked indecisive but nodded, gesturing to his officers to leave the room. "We'll be right outside, Mr. Fred," he said.As the door shut behind them, Fred turned back to Bella. "What do you mean?" he asked, his voice trembling. "How can you say that?"Bella laughed coldly and mirthlessly. "You don't get it, do you?" she spat. "You never have. You've always been so blind, so oblivious to everything around you."He took a step closer, his hands extending toward her. "Bella, please. just tell me what's wrong. What have I done to hurt you so?"Bella's eyes suddenly flashed with anger, and she rose to her feet, her body etched with tension. "You want to know what you have done?" she repeated. "You want to know the worst thing you've ever done to me?"Fred nodded, his heart beating in his chest in