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DAMAGED BUT NOT BROKEN CHAPTER 64
ROSE POVI enter my apartment exhausted, emotionally drainedBrenda's worried face greets me"Rose, where were you?" she asks relieved with a hug.Concerned written all over her face"I've been worried sick," Brenda admits releasing me from the hugI collapse onto the couch.Brenda joins beside me." How did you get in?" I ask confused"Spare key," she explains" Came in last night."" What happened to your ankle. I was so worried" She confess with a frownHow thoughtful." I was with Roman," I begin.Story pouring out our confession.Uncle William's surprise visit.Brenda listens quietlyHer eyes widen in shock."In love?" Brenda repeats, skeptical."But he blackmailed you," Brenda reminds.In a way I understand herA valid concern indeed"I know," I nod understanding."He was just hurt and anger," I explain."Beneath all that he truly loves me .Brenda's expression seems rather unconvinced."Rose, are you sure?" she presses protective"I've never felt this way," I assure with convict
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ROMAN POVI rush to the carRose's limp body in my arms.She is bleeding profusely from the head."No, no, no," I chant in terror speeding to the hospital." Emergency" Screech to a halt, nurses rush to my side."Help her!" I beg desperately."Sir, please," a nurse calms gently."We need to get her inside."The doctors swarm into efficient actionRose disappears into the ICUI pace outside, anxious.Full of regret.Why didn't I just let her goA doctor emerges sympathetic from the ICU."Mr. Roman, we're doing everything we can," Dr. Lee assures"Please, tell me," I implore, desperat"Her condition?" He manage to askDr. Lee's expression saddens Something must be horrible wrong"Severe head trauma," he explains"Subdural hematoma."He adds scaring the hell out of m"What does that mean?" I demandFear gripping my heart"Bleeding in the brain," Dr. Lee clarifies."Surgery is necessary.""When?" I press with urgency"As soon as possible," Dr. Lee replies.A nurse approaches"Sir, we ne
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A WEEK ONROSE POVI blink.Fluttering my eyes open to an unfamiliar white ceiling.A ventilator attached to my nostrils.Private room?Where am I?My memories are fuzzy.I feel pain everywhere.My head is throbbing.My body achingA figure rushes to my side.It's a lady dressed in a white attire.A nurse.She happens to be smiling, relieved."Welcome back, Rose," she says softly."Where...am I?" I croak, with a dry throat."Hospital," the nurse replies.Hospital????How did I get here"What happened?" I ask, confused.The nurse's expression seems rather sympathetic."Let me get the doctor," she says and quickly exits the room, leaving me alone with questions and fears.My mind is racing.Roman's face flashes in my memory, the arguments, tears, stairs, falling. everythinI struggle to sit up.Pain shooting through my headA groan escapes my lips.I need to remember exactly what happene, and why I'm here, alone.====================The doctor enters smiling."Good morning, Rose," he s
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ROMAN POV" Thank God you are okay" I say with excitement as he hurry to her side hugging her tight" I thought I lost you" I confess as unexpected tears escape my eyelids." Don't ever scare me like that again" I say as I pull away from the hug and caress her cheek lovingly as our sees meet" I don't know what I would do if I lost you" I confess in ecstasy.Her face is one of confusion and displeasure.I look at Helen, a sick smile plays on lips. She looks so contempted like her biggest wish just came true.Helen stands."Excuse me," she says."I'll give you two some time."Helen exits leaving us alone.That's when she takes the opportunity to push me away." Don't you ever touch me again" She warns in anger. Uncle William enters with a firm expression."Roman, I need to talk to you and Rose," he says seriously."Uncle William, what's up?" I ask, concerned.Uncle William's gaze seems really cold"Rose, you're the BBB behind the scandal?" he accuses.Rose nods, guilty, ashamed."I'm
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A WEEK ONROSE POVI sit in my hospital bed awaiting discharge.Nervous about going home with Roman.Uncertainty looms.Suddenly, the door opens and Claire rushes in with tears streaming down her face."Mama!" Claire squeals excited.We collide in a tight hug, tears flowing freely."I missed you so much, Mama!" Claire exclaims, sniffling.I hold her close as my heart moves with geniuine excited."I missed you too, baby girl," I reply, smiling.Claire pulls back wiping her nose on her sleeve."Are you okay, Mama?" Claire ask, concerned.Big brown eyes looking up.I nod."I'm fine, sweetie," I reassureClaire's face lights up"Yay! We get to go home!" Claire cheers bouncing up and down.Roman chuckles.He helps Claire guide me to a wheelchair.Claire sits on my lap, hugging me tight."Don't leave me again, Mama," Claire whispers as tears well up in her eyes.My heart melts."I won't, baby," I promise, hugging her tight.Roman's gaze meets mine, understanding.As we exit the hospital to
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ROMAN POVI stand outside Claire's door, a smile on my face,Listening to Rose's laughter, warm and full of grace.Helen's soothing voice calms the air,Claire's giggles infectious, beyond compare.I peek inside, a perfect picture I see,Rose reading a bedtime story, Claire snuggled close to thee.Helen sits beside, smiling bright,The three of them, a happy, loving sight.My heart swells with emotion, for a moment, I forget,The blackmail, contract, and lies we've beset.All I see is love, pure and true,Rose's eyes meet mine, and my heart feels anew.She smiles, and I feel hope arise,Maybe we can make this work, and reach the skies.Claire yawns, sleepy, Rose tucks her in tight,Helen kisses her forehead, "Sleep tight, sweetie, goodnight."Rose turns to me, our eyes meet once more,A connection real, not fabricated, I adore.I step back into the shadows, watching over them with care,Protective and loving, with a heart full of hope to share.Later, Rose enters our bedroom, exhauste
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ROMAN POVI walk into the room, quiet as can be,Rose's voice is lively, on air, live to see.Her smile lights up the screen so bright,I approach quietly, not wanting to interrupt tonight.Rose's eyes meet mine, sparkle with glee,"Hey, baby!" she exclaims, excited to see me She then gestures for me come closer."Look what my hubby just brought me!" She says excitedHolding up the flowers, gasps and squeals abound,"OMG, Roman, these are my favorite!" Rose is found.Delighted, genuine, she leans in to kiss,"Thanks, hubby!" Rose coos, her viewers swoon with bliss."Alright, babes, that's all for tonight,"Rose wraps up, "Until next time, I remain your favorite chat buddy, BBB!"Camera off, Rose's expression changes fast,Cold and distant, her voice is flat at last."Throw them away," Rose says, no emotion in sight,My heart sinks, confused,"Why?" I ask, hurt tonight.Rose shrugs nonchalant, "Just do it," she says,No explanation, no affection, leaves me wondering what's real, what'
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ROSE POVI sit with Helen, comfortable and serene,In the living room, where love and trust are seen.Before I speak, I pause with care,"Helen, can I ask you something?" I say, gentle and fair."About Roman?" Helen guesses with insight true,I nod, and Helen takes a deep breath anew."Ask me anything, Rose," Helen says with an open heart,I explain, "I want to understand, and play my part.""I want to know why you left Roman behind,"With his father, a monster, with a heart so unkind.Helen's eyes well up with tears, her voice trembles with fear,"I was scared, Rose, for my life, I had to hold back my tears.""Roman's father was abusive and controlling, a nightmare to face, I had to escape," Helen continues, desperate to find a safe place."But I didn't know what to do with Roman," left behind, alone and blue,My heart breaks for Helen, for Roman, and all they've been through."I was trapped," Helen says, choked with emotion so real,"In a nightmare, with no escape, no way to feel."
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ROMAN POVI sit at my desk, staring blankly at the papers in front of me. My mind is elsewhere, still reeling from the events of the previous day. Sia's sudden return and her claims have left me shaken.Just as I'm starting to gather my thoughts, my assistant buzzes in. "Boss Roman, you have a visitor."I look up, expecting it to be a business associate or perhaps a client. But instead, I see Sia standing in the doorway, a look of determination etched on her face."Hi Roman, how is your day going?" Sia questions, walking towards me, her heels clicking on the floor. She then takes a seat opposite mine, crossing one leg over the other."Emma, excuse us," I command calmly, not wanting anyone to witness this uncomfortable encounter.My assistant silently obliges, leaving Sia and me alone."Sia," I say, my voice neutral. "What can I do for you?""Roman, we need to talk," she says, her voice firm.I raise an eyebrow, feeling a sense of unease. "I'm busy, Sia. Whatever it is, can't it wait?"
DAMAGED BUT NOT BROKEN BRING IT ON
ROSE POVAs evening falls, I'm still trapped in the events of the day. Sia's return and her claims haunt me like a plague. I sit in front of my luxurious dressing table, staring blankly at my reflection. Roman's voice echoes from behind me, "Rose, sweetheart, I've been calling you."He gently pats my left shoulder as he takes a seat beside me. "Sorry, I was distracted," I lie, grabbing an alcohol swab from its pack. But he sees right through me."Really now?" he says with sarcasm, his eyes sparkling with amusement. "You do know that's an alcohol swab, not a wet napkin, right?" He adds, jolting me back to reality.I feel a flush rise to my cheeks. "Oh, that was an honest mistake. Thank you," I say, returning the swab.Roman's expression turns concerned. "What's really wrong, babe?" he asks, taking my hands in his.I try to brush it off. "Nothing, honey. Let's just go to bed. I'm tired." But Roman's not having it."No, we're not going anywhere until you tell me what's wrong," he insists
DAMAGED BUT NOT BROKEN NEW PLAN
SIA POV I storm into my two-bedroom apartment, slamming the door behind me. I'm fuming, my anger boiling over like a pot left unattended on the stove. How dare Roman dismiss me like that? Me, the mother of his only child. How dare he choose that...that...thing over me?I throw my bag onto the couch, pacing back and forth across the room. I'm seething, my mind racing with thoughts of revenge. Roman thinks he can just cast me aside like yesterday's trash? He thinks he can replace me with that fat, disgusting woman?I stop pacing, my eyes narrowing as I think of Rose. She's not even pretty. What could she possibly offer Roman? Why is he so obsessed with her? Does she satisfy him better in bed than I do? For Pete's sake, that woman is barren. Roman's made a big mistake. He thinks he has won, but I'll show him. I'll show him what it means to cross Sia.Just then, I hear the door open behind me. I turn to see Kane walking in, a carefree look on his face. "Hi, beautiful. What's up?" he asks
DAMAGED BUT NOT BROKEN SIA'S RETURN
ROSE POVIt's happening again - the thing I feared most. Someone better than me, with more rights than I, is fighting for the man I love. My heart sinks as I watch Sia sweep Claire into a tight hug, her eyes blazing with a possessiveness that makes my skin crawl. I'm paralyzed with fear, my limbs trembling as I realize that someone better than me, someone with more rights than I do, is fighting for the man I love.Claire looks up at me with a nonplussed expression, confusion and curiosity etched on her face. I can tell she has no idea who Sia really is. Roman's face darkens, his protective instincts on high alert, but before he can intervene, Sia's gaze meets mine. Malice sparks in her eyes, and I feel a chill run down my spine.This is the woman who abandoned her daughter and family for years, and now she's here trying to destroy our happiness. She rises to her feet, her eyes fixed on me with a venomous intensity. She hates me that much is clear."What are you doing here, Sia?" Ro
DAMAGED BUT NOT BROKEN CHAPTER 80
ROMAN POVI dismount, approach Darrick with respect,"Thanks for letting Claire go with us," I say, gratitude in effect.Darrick nods, resigned, "No problem, Roman," hollow tone,My eyes narrow, sensing something's not quite shown."Darrick, is everything okay?" I ask with concern,His gaze drifts to Rose, longing in his eyes, forlorn."No, Roman," he admits, tormented, "I still love her so,"Vixen, Rose, my heart sinks, unexpected, I know.My face hardens, protective, "Rose is mine, Darrick," I warn,Firm, Darrick's eyes flash, acknowledging defeat, torn."I know," he whispers, resigned, "But I couldn't help myself,"My voice softens, sympathy, "Darrick, move on," I advise with wealth."For your own good," I add, gentle, Darrick nods, empty, hollow,I return to Rose, mount our horse, "We're leaving," I say, firm, to follow.Darrick watches as we ride away,From him, from his love, unrequited, forever to stay.My arm wraps around Rose's waist, secure, possessive,"Mine," I whisper, cl
DAMAGED BUT NOT BROKEN CHAPTER 79
SAPPHIRE POVI watch Roman and Rose, reunited and happy as can be,My heart aches with regret, why did I meddle, why interfere with glee?Darrick's eyes mirror mine, sorrow and remorse we share,We exchanged a glance, regret and guilt we can't bear."What have we done?" I whisper, tears welling up inside,Darrick's voice barely audible, "I lost her," he can't hide."Rose, forever," his eyes well up, tears fall like the rain,"I'm sorry," I offer, useless words, but all I can obtain.Darrick shakes his head, resigned, "It's my fault," he confesses true,Self-blame in his voice, a sorrow that we both pursue.I take his hand, comfort offered, "We both made mistakes," I say,Shared guilt and regret, our hearts heavy, lost along the way.Darrick's gaze drifts to Roman and Rose, happy and free,While we're trapped in regret, a pain that's all we see."Let's leave," I suggest, escape this heartache and sorrow,Darrick nods in agreement, we turn and walk away tomorrow.Away from what could've
DAMAGED BUT NOT BROKEN CHAPTER 78
DARRICK POVI kneel beside Rose, pleading and desperate,"Reconsider," I beg, one last chance to erase." I was desperate. I was confused. Mom tricked me. She assured me you weren't going to get hurt" He begs in tears as he continues his stupid lies" I love you Vixen with all of my heart. God knows that"Rose's expression remains unyielding and firm,"Darrick," she says, "I don't love you anymore, my heart's torn.""My heart belongs to another," she confesses true,"Roman," she whispers, love shining through.My chest constricts in pain, overwhelmed and defeated,Memories haunt me, what I had, what I've retreated.Self-loathing consumes me, tears fall silent and dark,I whisper "Forgive me" to myself, to Rose, but forgiveness leaves its mark.@@@@@@@@@@@@ROSE POVI wake up groggy, Darrick still kneeling beside,Eyes red-rimmed from tears, a sorrowful, regretful tide."Darrick," I say firm, "we need to talk," I declare,"About Claire, our daughter, her well-being's paramount, we must
DAMAGED BUT NOT BROKEN CHAPTER 77
ROMAN POV"Sapphire, what happened?" I demand, panic rising."I thought she went with you," Sapphire stammers, fear etched on her face."Darrick took her horseback riding," she adds.My grip tightens on the phone. Alone. No Sapphire. No protection.My mind races. Darrick's obsession. Vixen's past. Danger lurks."Find them," I bark at Sapphire. Now. Get them back. Safe.Sapphire's voice trembles. "Roman, I—" Guilt and regret in her tone."Go!" I shout into the phone. Sapphire's sobs echo as I slam the phone down.Pacing frantically, I plan to rescue Rose from Darrick, protect my love at all costs.============="Sapphire, calm down," I tell her firmly, but she's hysterical."You don't understand," she cries desperately. "What Rose went through with Darrick before."My jaw clenches. "I trust Rose," I insist resolutely.Sapphire's eyes flash. "Trust?" she spits. "You're blind."My patience wears thin. "Sapphire, stop," I warn.The rain intensifies outside."Rain's getting worse," Sapphir
DAMAGED BUT NOT BROKEN CHAPTER 76
ROMAN POVAs I gaze at Rose, sleeping peacefully in bed,My heart swells with love and protection, filling my head.I lean down, brushing my lips against her forehead so bright,"Good morning, beautiful," I whisper, gentle, without a fight.Then I turn and leave the room, seeking Claire's shining light,My little girl, full of joy, my heart takes flight."Claire, sweetie," I ask, serious, "do you want a new sister to love?"Claire's face lights up, "Yes! Yes!" she squeals, bouncing up and down from above."Why do you want a sister?" I ask, curious, bending down,"To play with!" Claire exclaims, eyes sparkling all around.I smile, knowing what I must do, to make our family whole,Adopting Rose's other daughter, giving Claire a sister to call.My mind is resolute, I'll face any challenge, any test,For my family's love and happiness, I'll do my best."I'll talk to Rose," I tell Claire, "and make it happen soon,"Claire claps, excited, "Yay! Thank you, Papa!" she croons.@@@@@@@@@@@ROSE
