Erlan's POV"Ready?" Andi whispered to me. I nodded. Andi signaled his team. They began to enter the house carefully, opening the door slowly. Andi and I followed behind, ready for anything that might happen. Inside, it was quiet. We could hear our own footsteps echoing throughout the room. We moved slowly, checking every corner, every room, looking for signs of Kayra. Suddenly, we heard footsteps from upstairs. Andi's team moved quickly, climbing the stairs carefully. I followed behind them, my breath heavy. Every second passed with infinite tension. Upstairs, we saw a slightly open bedroom door. Andi gestured to come closer. Carefully, he pushed the door open wider. Inside, we saw Kayra sitting on the edge of the bed, her face looking pale and tired."Kayra," Andi called in a calm but firm voice. "We are here to take you back. There is no point in fighting."Kayra looked at us with eyes full of fear. She looked li
Darwis’s POVI was busy in the office when suddenly the door opened loudly, and several policemen entered. They immediately surrounded me, leaving me confused and shocked.My mind immediately went into a state of chaos. What happened? Why are they here? What's wrong? My heart was beating fast, my body felt stiff."What happened?" I asked in a panicked tone. "Why are you guys here?"One of the policemen stepped forward, looking at me seriously. "We have an arrest warrant. You are accused of harboring a suspect.""What? That's not true! I don't know anything about that!" I struggled, trying to explain.The policeman remained calm. "We've arrested Kayra and taken her to jail. She admitted that you helped her escape and hide."I fell silent, shocked to hear that Kayra had been arrested. Guilt and regret immediately filled my heart. I felt my chest tighten, my mind spinning looking for a way to explain everything, but the wor
Erlan's POVI got into the car and headed home, my mind full of today's events. Kayra's case turned out to be more complicated than I expected. I knew Kate must be waiting for me in her apartment with feelings of anxiety and worry. The news of Kayra and Darwis' arrest would at least make her feel calmer and able to continue her life as usual.When I arrived at the apartment, I immediately met Kate. She seemed to be sitting in the living room, her eyes still wide open, clearly not asleep. "Erlan, what took you so long? I thought you wouldn't come home," Kate asked in a worried tone."I'm sorry, Kate, for forgetting to give you news. I wanted to tell you what happened all day," I said, feeling guilty for forgetting to give her news. I glanced at the clock which was already showing two in the morning."You haven't slept yet?" I asked again, feeling even more guilty."I was waiting for you to come home. I was afraid someth
Kayra's POVI sat there in contemplation on the prison floor, surrounded by cold walls and iron bars that separated me from the outside world. My mind kept spinning, looking for a way out of this nightmare. My life had changed so much just because of one name: Kate. How could I end up like this? I wouldn’t give up. I wouldn’t admit anything. I was innocent, I was completely innocent.I felt anger burning inside me. This arrest felt like the greatest humiliation I had ever experienced. My face was bright red, and my gaze was filled with hatred and resentment.How could they do this to me? My fists clenched tightly. I was innocent. This was all a trap. They used Darwis’ name to lure me out. The police said that Darwis had surrendered and confessed everything. I was fooled, and now I was here, in prison, like a criminal.I felt angrier every time I remembered the incident of yesterday’s arrest. The police had used dirty tricks, playing with my emotio
Darwis' POVI sat in my cell, my eyes blankly staring at the cold, unfeeling walls. My thoughts kept wandering, trying to find answers to everything that had happened. Approaching footsteps distracted me, and I saw the cell door open. Andrian, my lawyer, entered with a serious expression on his face."Darwis, I have bad news," he said matter-of-factly, his voice heavy.My heart was pounding. "What happened? What happened to Kayra?" I asked anxiously, feeling a deep sense of dread. Andrian took a deep breath before speaking again. "Kayra had a miscarriage last night. She's now in the prison infirmary." The world seemed to stop for a moment. Andrian's words hit me like a bolt of lightning in broad daylight. Anger, annoyance, and guilt mixed inside me. "Miscarriage? Because of them? Because of all this?" I shouted, my emotions overflowing uncontrollably. Andrian looked at me with empathy. "I know this is hard, Darwis. But we have
Darwin's povI walked out of Kayra's treatment room, my head filled with plans and strategies to get out of this prison. I needed outside help, and the only person who could influence me was Kate. I called Adrian, my loyal lawyer, and asked him to set up a meeting with Kate."Adrian, I need to see Kate asap," I said in a serious tone.Adrian hesitated for a moment before nodding. "Okay, Darwis. I'll call Kate and try to set up this meeting."Time passed slowly, but eventually, Adrian returned with news that Kate had agreed to come. I waited anxiously in the prison conference room, hoping to persuade her to drop her charges against Kayra.The door opened, and Kate entered with a cold stare. Her eyes were fixed on mine, and I could feel the anger burning inside her."Kate, thank you for coming," I said, trying to start off gently.Kate sat across the table, still with a hateful look. "What do you want, Darwis? I don't have
Kate's POV I nodded firmly, feeling my conviction growing stronger. “Yes, I won’t give up. I can’t let Darwis or Kayra escape their responsibilities. All of this makes me even more convinced that the decision I made was the right one.” Erlan looked at me with deep support and respect. “I understand. This is not an easy decision, but I am here to support you. We will continue to fight for justice.” I took a deep breath, feeling a little lighter because of Erlan’s support. “Thank you, Erlan. I know this is hard. But I really feel like this is the path I have to take. I won’t let it all be in vain.” Erlan reached for my hand, holding it gently. “We will face this together. No matter what happens, I will be by your side.” I felt touched by Erlan’s support. “I really appreciate it. Now, I just need some time to rest and recover. But I will still fight with all my might.” Erlan drove the car home with great care, making sure I was comfortable throughout the journey. Although
Kate's POVThe days passed quickly. I was busy with the company that was starting to improve after some problems in the past. Big projects started to run smoothly and clients seemed satisfied with our work. In between my busy schedule, my relationship with Erlan grew closer. He was always there for me, giving me support that never faded. I felt happy with him, even to the point of forgetting the problems that were happening around me.That morning, Erlan sent a message that he would pick me up for lunch. I smiled and replied to his short message enthusiastically. I always looked forward to moments with Erlan. His presence was like a ray of sunshine that shone on my busy and stressful days.While we were enjoying lunch at a small, cozy cafe, Erlan suddenly received a call. His face turned serious and I knew there was something important. He asked permission for a moment to answer the phone outside.I waited anxiously inside the cafe, twirling
Kate’s POV Erlan nodded, a wide smile still on his face. "Yes, Kate. I have prepared everything. We will get married in a week, at the place we talked about before. I just need one more thing..." He looked at me deeply, his loving eyes making me feel like the luckiest person in the world. "What is it?" I asked softly, almost whispering, while my heart was full of hope and happiness. Erlan reached out his hand, held mine gently, and then asked, "Will you marry me, Kate?" Tears began to well up in my eyes, but this time they were tears of unstoppable happiness. I had never felt love this great before, and I knew that Erlan was the right person for me. "Of course I do, Erlan," I answered in a voice full of emotion. "I want to marry you, and I can't wait to spend the rest of my life with you." Erlan smiled happily, and in an instant, he pulled me into his arms. I could feel his strong heartbeat, accompanying my own. We hugged each other tightly as if we didn't want to let go
Kate's POV I stepped out of the office, the cool night air touching my skin as I walked to the car. The thought of having dinner with my father tonight made my steps feel heavier. Over the past few months, our relationship has begun to improve after the previous tension. My father, who was initially so against my relationship with Erlan, had slowly begun to soften. However, for some reason, something felt different. My father, who used to be stiff and rarely showed his emotions, was now more attentive. He often invited me to dinner, talking about little things that had never been a topic of conversation before. Although I was happy with this change, there was still a little worry that was bothering me. Was this a sign that he had finally accepted my relationship with Erlan? Or maybe there was something else he was hiding? I took a deep breath, trying to calm myself before finally deciding to leave. The restaurant my father had chosen was located near his house, so I decided to stop
Kate’s POV I sat on my bed, letting the reality of this message sink in completely. All the loneliness, all the patience, it was all about to pay off. It felt like a dream come true, a dream I had been waiting for so long. In a rush of enthusiasm, I typed a reply quickly, trying to channel all the feelings that were pressing to come out. [I'm so happy to hear that, Erlan! I can't wait to see you. I miss you too, and I'll be waiting with great enthusiasm. See you in a week, honey.] After sending the message, I smiled widely. The thought of the coming week began to fill my mind—the thought of the two of us walking together, having a romantic dinner, and all the warm conversations I had missed. Just imagining it made me feel happy. I stared at the ceiling of my room while hugging my pillow tightly, imagining the moment when I could finally hug Erlan again, feeling his warmth and calmness that I had only been able to feel from afar. This happy feeling was like sunlight shining on my
Kate’s POV He was tall and dignified, wearing a formal suit that fit him well. From the way he approached me, I could feel the intensity behind his smile. "Kate," he called out in a familiar tone, even though I didn't know him. "I wanted to congratulate you on the success of your project. I've long admired your hard work." I nodded and smiled politely. "Thank you. It means a lot to me." "Not only is your hard work admirable, but also the way you deal with challenges," he continued. "I see you at events like this all the time, and you always seem so strong and independent. Do you always come alone?" The question sounded innocent, but there was something about the way he said it that made me feel a little uneasy. "Yeah, I usually come alone. But I'm not really alone," I answered cautiously. The man smiled wider, his eyes shining with obvious interest. "You know, Kate, I've been watching you for the past two years. And I've never seen you with anyone. I couldn't help but ask..
Kate’s POV It’s been two years since that painful goodbye at the airport. Back then, I never imagined how my days would change. But here I am, standing at the grand opening party of a project I’ve worked so hard on. I can feel the admiring gazes of the guests, some of whom are warmly congratulating me, and others even offering to work with me on my next project. The long black dress I’m wearing tonight makes me feel elegant and dignified. I stand tall, looking around the room filled with entrepreneurs, investors, and colleagues who have all come to celebrate this success. But beneath the glitter and the praise, there’s a deep sense of relief. Not just because the project went perfectly, but because I’ve proven something to myself—that I can do it, that I can stand tall even when the world seems to be falling apart. I remember the long nights of hard work, the times when exhaustion almost overwhelmed me. But now, it all feels worth it. I’ve accomplished something greater than I e
Kate’s POV I nodded with a heavy heart, trying to hold back tears. “I believe in you, Erlan. I will wait and support you from here. Farewell, and may everything go well for you there.” As the time for the plane to depart grew closer, we stood there, hugging each other tightly. I felt a deep emptiness and sadness as I watched him prepare to leave. Every second felt like time was ticking away, and it felt like all the happiness that had ever existed was shrinking into deep sadness. “What about the two of us?” I asked, trying to distract myself from my sadness. “What are our plans after you leave?” Erlan smiled softly, though his eyes were filled with pain. “We will continue to communicate well. I will try to come home whenever I have the chance. We will continue to support and encourage each other. I am sure we will get through this.” We talked about our plans and tried to cheer each other up. We tried to keep our spirits up even though we were feeling so heavy. Erlan kept wiping a
Kate’s POVI stared at him with wide eyes, trying to absorb what he had just said. “But, this is a big offer, Erlan. Are you sure you want to take the job? Doesn’t that mean we have to have a long-distance relationship?”Erlan nodded, seemingly undeterred by the challenges that might come. “Yes, I am. I know this is not an easy decision, and there will definitely be many challenges. But I believe that if I accept this offer and prove myself abroad, it will give us great advantages in the future.”“Do you really want to do this?” I asked, my voice shaking slightly with emotion. “Are you ready to face all those challenges?”Erlan smiled softly, then took my hand. “Kate, I don’t just want to prove myself to your father. I also want to prove to myself that I can do something big and significant. And I want to do it while still loving you and fighting for our relationship.”I fell silent, trying to comprehend the big decision that Erlan had ju
Kate’s POV “You look really tired, Kate,” Erlan said as he opened the car door for me.“I am,” I admitted as I got into the car. “I had a lot on my mind today.”Erlan stared at me for a moment, as if considering his next words, then said, “I’m glad you said yes to my invitation. Let’s make tonight a little lighter, okay?”I nodded, grateful for his kindness.We arrived at a restaurant we had been to a few times before. The place was small, warm, and had a calming atmosphere. The waiter greeted us with a smile, and we were quickly seated at our favorite table in the corner.“How about I order for the two of us?” Erlan asked after seeing me staring blankly at the menu.“Go ahead,” I said with a weak smile. I knew he would order something I liked.After the waiter took our orders, Erlan looked at me intently. “How was your day, Kate? It seemed like something was bothering you.”I took a breath, feeling l
Kate's POV My phone vibrated on the table as I was enjoying a cup of coffee on a quiet morning. A message came in from Darwis. "Can we meet this afternoon? There's something important I want to talk about." I stared at the message with a slightly raised eyebrow. Why did Darwis suddenly want to meet? We had agreed to meet the day after tomorrow. But no suspicion crossed my mind. After all, our relationship was much better now—no drama, no pain that used to be between us. I took another sip of coffee and decided to reply briefly, "Sure." That afternoon, I arrived at the cafe we used to frequent. This place held many memories, but it didn't feel like it used to. Now, I come here more often with Erlan. The owner of the cafe recognized us and was used to our presence. I entered and saw Darwis already sitting at the table we used to occupy. When I approached, he turned and smiled. There was somethi