***MIRABELLA'S POV***“Mommy, can we go to the Dragon Castle first?” Alfred asked with a bright smile and I bobbed my head.“Of course sweetheart.” I responded and Alfred ran ahead of Easton and me into the castle.We caught up with him moments later and Easton purchased the tickets. It was a fun ride, like a roller coaster only slower.“Where do you want to go next?” Easton asked Alfred after we left the Dragon Castle.“Ohh look! It's a climbing tower!” Alfred beamed and we went over to the climbing tower next.“Do you know how this thing works?” I asked Easton as we settled down on the tied seat, with Alfred seated at the middle.“No idea.” Easton responded, his gaze intent on the ropes as he tried to figure out how to go up.“You have to loosen the reigns first, Mr. Grey.” Alfred stated as he tucked at the middle rope.Easton followed his instruction and then I pulled at the rope closest to me and we went up a bit.“Oh, let me try that.” Easton said as he reached for my side of th
***MIRABELLA'S POV***“Alright, that's the last of it.” I stated as I zipped up the last box. We had packed a lot of things for the trip, our tent, raincoats, lots of snacks, a first aid kid and a lot more.“So grandma and grandpa can't come?” Alfred asked with a sad pout.“Sadly yes. I had no idea there was a number limit to family members but hey, you have me. I'll be with you all through the trip.” I responded with a smile as I tugged at his cheeks playfully.“What about daddy?” Alfred asked while batting his long lashes and I pressed my lips into a thin line.The doorbell went off before I could respond, and I excused myself to get it. The maids had all been sent off on a break. They work hard so we often give them days to rest up.“Easton?” I furrowed my brows on opening the door.“Am I a bit early or...?” Easton dragged his words as he stared at me with uncertainty and it finally dawned on me that we were supposed to go on the trip together. I had forgotten about that for a spli
****EASTON'S POV***“Okay so first we'll begin with our scavenger hunt. Each family will be given a map and a list of treasures to find. Once you locate each item, take a photo of it and move on to the next. The family with the most collection by the end of the game wins. We will be awarding five winners but everyone will still get a prize for their participation, however the winners will be offered the grand prize.” Gina explained and everyone listened intently.I glanced at Alfred and noticed the excitement in his eyes. This really meant a lot to him, and I felt the urge to impress him during this trip.“Alright so everyone will get a speaker phone so we can all stay connected. Call out to us if you encounter any difficulty on your way and feel free to return to base if you get exhausted along the line. This is supposed to be a fun game, so while you're at it, make the most of your time with your kids.” Gina added and we all applauded her after her speech.I was able to count about
***MIRABELLA'S POV***My cheekbones were hurting at this point from the constant smiling and laughing. Easton and Alfred were such characters, and no, we didn't win the flag game.Apparently Easton captured the wrong flag, more like he captured our own flag instead of our rivals' and had it taken away from him. It was such a fun sight to watch and I never stopped teasing him about it.Tomorrow would be the last day of the trip and Gina said we would all go hiking. I wasn't a fan of climbing mountains but I won't mind trying something new. My ankles felt a better now as Easton had massaged them both with a heat balm before the game. Now we were all seated around a small campfire with fresh marshmallows to roast. I watched with a smile on my face as Easton showed Alfred how to stick the marshmallows to the edge of the stick and the proper way to roast it. Their bond was truly sublime.“Here mommy, this one's for you.” Alfred said as he passed me the marshmallow he had roasted.“Thank
***MIRABELLA'S POV*** Remember when I said I wasn't a fan of climbing mountains? Well that's not the only thing I dislike at this point. It was the last day of the trip and we had all gone hiking, everything was going well until a large spider fell on my hair from one of the trees. “Are you still grumpy over one little spider?” Easton asked, and I glared at him. "That wasn't one little spider! It was a really big one!" I snapped and he laughed at me. Somehow it seemed to calm my nerves but I was still upset. “I didn't know you were this afraid of spiders.” He said with a chuckle. “You clearly don't know anything about me at all.” I responded with a frown and his smiles faded away immediately. Did I say something wrong? “I guess you're right, I really don't.” He responded with a long sigh. “Well here's your chance then.” I said with a smile before walking ahead to meet up with Alfred who was with Sandy and her father. We were halfway through the marked-out road, with Gina expl
***MIRABELLA'S POV*** “Earth to Mirabella.” Roman's voice snapped me out of my trance and I glanced up at him with a smile. “What did you say?” I asked him and a small frown appeared on his face. “You've been this way since you got back from the trip last week and yet you won't tell me what happened. Anyway, I was just reminding you of our new client coming in this afternoon, I hope you still remember?” He asked in a somewhat serious tone and I bobbed my head. “Logan West, yeah I remember.” I responded and he nodded. “Now can you tell me what happened? Did everything go well with Easton?” “The trip was really fun and Alfred loved every moment of it.” I replied with a bright smile and Roman raised a brow at me. “Just Alfred?” “Okay fine. You can say that things between Easton and I have changed since after the trip.” I responded and Roman smiled faintly. “So you're giving him a second chance?” He asked but I could sense a small warning in his question. “I mean, you're the one
***EASTON'S POV*** Mirabella's words kept repeating at the back of my mind as I watched her retreating figure. I couldn't understand what went wrong. We were doing just fine and I thought I was finally succeeding in winning her over but hearing her say those words, I knew she was back to being cold towards me, but why? “Mr. Grey, your fiancé is still waiting for you in your office.” Emma said and I furrowed my brows. “My fiancé?” I asked with a frown and she nodded slightly. “A lady came by earlier looking for you. She said she was your fiance so—” “So you let her into my office?!” I snapped and Emma flinched. “I'm sorry sir, I really thought she was your fiance —” "So you're saying that anyone that comes by claiming to be a family member, you'll just let them into my office?!" “I'm sorry sir, it won't happen again.” Emma said with her head bowed low and I shut my eyes, trying to calm my nerves. “It better not happen again.” I said in a warning tone before walking away and hea
***MIRABELLA'S POV*** “Let me take that.” Roman said as he collected the bags from me. “Thank you.” I responded with a slight smile as we walked into his apartment. “Mommy, why did we suddenly move?” Alfred asked with a curious gaze. “Mommy needs to take care of a few things so it's best if we stay where it's more convenient.” I responded but the look of Alfred's face told me he didn't buy my excuse. Of course he wouldn't, he was a smart kid. “But what of Grandma and Grandpa? Why can't I stay with them?” He asked with a slight frown. "Roman will take you to see your grandparents whenever you want, Alfred." I responded with a smile and he nodded a response. “I'll put your things in the guest room.” Roman said with a slight smile and I nodded before settling down on the couch. I let out a long sigh as I ran my hand through my hair. I wasn't running away, I just needed space. “All settled in.” Roman said as he came out of the room and sat on the opposite couch next to me. “Th
~SANDY~ I ruffled my hair, feeling a bit frustrated. I pushed all thoughts of Alfred at the back of my mind as I came out of the bathroom. “Long time no see.” I froze on hearing that familiar masculine voice and slowly turned my head towards my bed. I widened my eyes in shock on seeing Alfred comfortably lying on my bed. “Alfred! What the hell are you doing in my room?!” I snapped as I tightened my grip on my towel. He sat up on the bed and turned to me, and I didn't fail to notice how his gaze raked over my body but his expression remained blank. “I figured you wouldn't come to see me so I decided to take the initiative.” He replied while staring intently at me. If only he knew the effect those hazel-green eyes had on me. Why did he have to show up now of all times? “Alfred, get out of my room.” I said, trying to be as calm as possible, however I didn't move an inch from where I stood. I dared not move for the fear of tripping and dropping my towel. “You have never had a
BOOK 2 OF THE DESTINED LOVE SERIES: Truly Yours, Dear Childhood Sweetheart ~~~ Thank you all so much for your endless support in my story. I promise you that book 2 will blow your mind. Bask in steam and tension, unexpected plot twists and cliffhangers that will keep you on your toes. If you've come this far, then you're on the right path. Love, Cathystar ~~~ ~SANDY~ I groaned as I watched the pile of letters fall out of my locker, making a mess on the floor. “This again? He's not even around and your locker is still flooding with love letters.” Hailey, my best friend said and let out a sigh. “It's not like he ever reads them.” I responded as I brought out my sports wear, putting it in my bag before stacking the letters back into my locker. “It must be stressful having such a hot brother.” Hailey remarked with a smirk but I understood exactly where she was going with that. “It's too early, Hailey.” I said with a sigh as I began walking towards the changing room with Hail
***ROMAN'S POV***It's been two years now since the whole incident with Logan. Everyone had finally healed from old wounds. Mirabella and Easton got their happy ending, the Brookwood family and Grey family are a lot closer than before.Little Alfred and Sandy's friendship was growing stronger by the day. Everyone was happy.We had all gathered for a family picnic, and Mirabella had insisted I come along. She also invited her assistant Lola, whom she also considered a family.We had successfully expanded our company and B&H Global had maintained the first rank in the sales chart for months now thanks to their New AI Health technology project which was scheduled to launch two years from now.She had successfully gotten investors to raise the funds for the project and so far, everything has been great.“Roman, come over here!” Mirabella's voice snapped me out of my thoughts and I walked over to where she was seated on the mat. “Are you okay? Do you need anything?” I asked worriedly whil
***MIRABELLA'S POV*** The moment our plane landed in Paris, the first place we visited was the Eiffel Tower, taking lots of pictures and making fun memories. Next, we went to a five star restaurant and had all the best cuisine they had to offer. By the time we got back to our hotel, it was almost midnight. “Gosh that was amazing! I can't remember when last I had this much fun.” I squeaked and Easton chuckled. “I'll run you a bath and then we could call it a night.” He said and I frowned slightly. “Call it a night?” “You must be exhausted from our tour. And it's really late, so I think —” “I think we should both take a shower. How about that?” I said with a smirk and Easton chuckled. “You still think you can handle it?” He asked as he closed the space between us, wrapping his arms possessively around my waist. “Try me.” I responded, holding his gaze. He smirked as he slowly leaned down, connecting our lips. He cupped my face with one hand as he kissed me tenderly, nibbing and
***MIRABELLA'S POV***“Happy birthday to you, happy birthday to you, happy birthday dear Alfred, happy birthday to you.” We all cheered after singing for Alfred, and he seemed to be having a blast. It was his sixth birthday today and we had all gathered to cheer him on.“Go on, Alfred. Blow out your candles.” Mom said with a bright smile.“Don't forget to make a wish.” I added and he bobbed his head.“What did you wish for, sweetheart?” I asked with a smile after he blew out his candles, and he beamed before responding.“I wished that you would marry Daddy.” I felt my cheeks burn on hearing his words, however, I wasn't prepared for what happened next.Easton suddenly brought out a ring from his pocket as he got down on one knee.“Mirabella, I know things didn't go well between us in our first marriage, and I know you might not want to marry me because of that, but I promise, this time would be different. I want to do right by you, Mirabella. Will you let me?”I felt overwhelmed with
***LOGAN'S POV***“You have a visitor.” The prison guard said to me and I let out a sigh.“I don't want to see anyone.” I stated as I already had an idea of my visitor's identity. He has been coming here for over a month now even when I kept putting him off.“Do you think I get paid enough to be a messenger? Just see the man already so he can stop coming here!” The guard snapped and I slowly got up from my head.“Fine.” I responded and he opened my cell. He led me towards the phone booth and I reluctantly took a seat, picking up the phone.“What do you want, Lionel?” I asked, trying my best not to roll my eyes at his pitiful face.“I came to check up on you.” He responded and I scoffed.“Shouldn't you be more worried about your other children? They did get hurt after all.” I said with a scoff."If you're concerned about them, then know that they are fine. It's been almost two months since the whole incident, and everyone has moved on. I'm hoping you would too."I scoffed at his words.
***EASTON'S POV***There is a look of horror on Logan's face the moment the gun is fired, as though he never expected that to happen.“Freeze!” The door is forcefully pushed open and the room is suddenly surrounded by several police officers, all aiming that gun at Grace and Logan.“Finally.” Kyle who has been quiet the entire time finally speaks out and I realized what the pen he brought out was for.Kyle you mad genius! He had actually contacted the police all these and had been patiently waiting for their arrival.Logan slowly glanced down at his bleeding stomach before collapsing on the ground.“Put your hands up where we can see them!” One of the officers ordered but Grace just stood still, staring at Logan's unconscious body.“Ma'am we will release fire if you don't put your hands up now.” They warned again and it was then she regained her self consciousness and suddenly aimed the gun at dad but before she could release fire, the police all fired their guns at once, shooting her
***EASTON'S POV***We arrived at the address that night, and I'm a bit surprised to see that there are no security guards on standby.“Are you certain this is the place?” Dad asked and I bobbed my head. He had insisted on coming with us and after much argument, I finally gave in.Kyle was also with us alongside two of Dad's security.“Wait in the car. Kyle and I will go check it out —”“I will not let my son walk into that building, knowing he might not walk out. I'm coming with you.” Dad insisted and I frowned. We already agreed he won't interfere, and now we were here, he was suddenly changing his mind?“Dad, we agreed on this.”“I am coming with you and that's final.” He said and pushed open the door without waiting for my response.I let out a sigh and went after with Kyle tailing behind us.We noticed there were two entrances to the building and still no security guards in sight.“I have a bad feeling about this.” Kyle muttered as we made our way through the smaller entrance.It
***LOGAN'S POV***“That fucking bitch!” I thundered as I slammed the phone on the table, instantly cracking the screen.My men had tailed her like I had instructed. I knew she was smart and would try to find ways to escape and so I sent two extra security after her.She had successfully ditched the first two who had dropped her off at her friend's place, while the other two followed her to Easton's house. It wasn't enough that she had gone to see him, she ended up meeting privately with him and from what I heard through my computer, she told Easton about my plans.If I hadn't planted those bugs in the Grey mansion, I wouldn't have known. I had a feeling that someone had eavesdrop on me while I was giving my men instructions, and when I asked from the patrol security, he told me it was Nicole.That was why I had them follow her in the first place, and now her betrayal had been exposed.I'll make her pay! She won't go unpunished.“I want her in the cold room the minute she arrives!” I