Connor’s POV“Dad.”I turned to look at Matt who just entered my study room. I signaled him to sit on the chair in front of my table but he didn’t oblige. He stood in front of me with a straight face.“What is it, son?”He scoffed. “Did you know that Kelly believed that her mother was murdered and that she’s suspecting us?”It’s nothing to be shocked about. I know that that’s why I’m doing everything to keep my family out of the hot seat.“I know.”His forehead creased. “Dad, will you just let her do that?”I chuckled. “Let her be, son. She’s just lonely. Once she realizes that she’s wrong, she’ll stop.”“What if she won’t stop? What if she has evidence?”That alarmed me. I clenched my jaws and I stared at my son. “Evidence? She has evidence?”He shrugged his shoulders. “I don’t know. Maybe she has. That’s why she was so confident when she told me that her mother was murdered. Why?I sucked my breath and shook my head. “Nothing. Go. I have some paperwork to finish.”“Paperwork? I thou
Kelly’s POVI was rubbing my eyes while walking towards the kitchen when the door swung open and Emily entered the unit.My lips parted after I saw her looks. Her hair was messy and she’s wearing a man’s dress shirt. Obviously, underneath her was only panties.“What happened to you?” I asked worriedly.She smirked. “Matt Foster happened.”My eyes widened in shock. “What?”She sat on the stool and asked for water. I gave her one glass and she took a deep sigh after that.I was just staring at her and that’s when I realized what she meant. From the looks of it, proven by the large dress shirt she’s wearing, she shared a night with Matt.“Emily…”She smirked. “Don’t worry about me, Kelly. I liked it.”My eyes squinted but I did not say anything. I was waiting for Emily to say things and I’m glad when she did.“He looked problematic last night, Kelly. I’m guessing he found out something.”I slowly nodded. “Do you think he’ll side with us?”“If he’s a righteous man, he will. But there’s a
Kelly’s POVBecause of Mrs. Anderson’s strange plans and Snow’s operation pair me up with Pierce. I was driving my car silently while Pierce was sitting in the passenger seat beside me. I know that he didn’t get his mom’s plan at first but when he noticed it, he immediately sided with them.“Kelly…”I glanced at him and realized he’s staring at me. I swallowed hard and bit my bottom lip. I suddenly want to kiss him.“May I go with you whenever you need to visit your doctor?”It’s about my pregnancy. Thinking about visiting a doctor while he’s with me makes my heart flutter. I’d want that too.I smiled. “You don’t need to ask me about that thing.”He smiled. “Thank you. Uhm… Are you really going? To vacation this weekend?”“Why not?” I glanced at him. “It’s time for me to unwind.”“How about your investigation?”“I want a day or two away from the problem. Why? You don’t wanna invite me?”“What? Of course, I want you to come. It will make me very happy actually.”I parked the car in fro
Kelly’s POVI looked inside the car. Mr and Mrs Anderson are at the seats behind the second row. In the second row was Phoebe and Snow while the driver was in the driver seat. The only empty space was the passenger seat and I was about to get inside when Mrs. Anderson cleared her throat.“Ah, Kelly…”I looked at her. “Yes, Mrs. Anderson?”She smiled. “Emily will sit there.”Oh, right! She invited Emily too. I nodded and looked at Snow. I’ll just carry Snow. I was about to get inside when Ana came in first and carried Snow who’s smiling sweetly at me.“I’ll sit here, ma’am. Snow needs her nanny.”My forehead creased as I looked inside the car again. Phoebe said I shouldn’t bring my car because we’ll fit but…“Mom, I told you we can just use the bigger car,” Pierce said who suddenly appeared behind me.Oh God! They’re at it again!Mrs. Anderson gasped. “Oh, right! You’re going with us. Too bad, the bigger car is in the repair shop.”“Huh?” Pierce looked really shocked. I crossed my arms
Kelly’s POV“I can get another room,” Pierce said as soon as we entered the hotel room assigned to us.I roamed my eyes around before looking at him. I smiled. “It’s fine with me.”He stared at my face, worried. “I’ll sleep on the couch, then.”“The bed is large,” I said again as I stared at the queen sized bed. “We will fit.”When I landed my gaze on him again, I saw how intense his stares were. He was standing a few meters away from me but I could feel the heat from his body. It’s like spreading the invisible fire between us, driving my body insanely hot.“I don’t know why my feelings for you were getting even more deeper when you told me you’re carrying my child…”He started walking towards me. He was so slow, but I can see aggression in his eyes as if he’s just restraining the inner beast in him. He wanted to devour me, as his eyes told, and I wanted to be devoured. Insanely.“...I can no longer wait, Kelly. I know I told you I will wait but I can’t now. I want to own you again. I
Matt’s POV“You're stupid for believing her, Matt. She’s manipulating you.”I stared at my twin brother. “What if it’s true? What if dad was really involved in Eva Foster’s death?”Mason laughed and positioned himself to play his turn. He threw the dart and it hit the bullseye. “Don’t be stupid, Matt. Don’t won’t do that. If it’s uncle Wes, I’d believe you. But dad? Nah!”Right! I couldn't believe it too but I heard it from his own mouth.I swallowed hard. I wanted to tell Mason about what I discovered but I don’t wanna hurt him too. We looked up to dad as we grew up. He’s the kindest and we never see him making mistakes before…or we were just blinded by our love for him.Mason handed me a dart and smirked. “Don’t let that btch get into your head, Matt. She’s stealing everything from us. Who knows if she’s just acting innocent. And have you seen that bastard Pierce Anderson? I heard they’re best friends and that Kelly just stole him from his fiance.”I gritted my teeth. We heard every
Kelly’s POVI was drinking coffee while staring at the beach when I felt a pair of warm arms wrapped around my waist. I smiled as I smelled Pierce’s familiar scent as his lips gently landed a kiss on my neck.“Why are you still here?”He stood beside me after hugging me and stared at my face. He even caressed my cheek and tucked my hair behind my ear.“Just having some fresh air.”He looked at the sea and rested his arm on the railing. The sky was dark but full of stars. The waves are wild and full of mystery. It’s fascinating how nature could blend beautifully. It’s like a mystery. A magic.“What do you think about a house on a beach?” He broke the silence and it immediately affected me. My heart raced like it has been a million years since I last talked to him like this. I missed him.“It’s nice,” I answered honestly and smiled. “Relaxing and beautiful.”He faced me again and gently held my hands. He put the mug on the table and moved closer to me, staring into my eyes as if memoriz
Kelly’s POVPierce was holding my hand while we’re waiting outside the operating room. His parents are with us. Phoebe was crying so hard in her father's arm while Emily was trying to comfort Mrs. Anderson.I couldn't move. At first I thought she was fine, but when the medic told us it was serious, my heart almost stopped beating.We reached the hospital just now and she was immediately rushed to the operating room. The cut on her head was long and…deep. Ana said it hit the corner of the pool.I wanted to shout and cry so hard. I wanted to blame someone but I couldn't. I know I’m at fault too. I should’ve woken up earlier and checked on her.The door of the operating room swung open and the doctor came out. My heart skipped a beat as I stared at the doctor. I couldn’t speak, so Pierce was the one who asked the doctor.“Doctor, how’s our daughter?”He pulled down his surgical mask and faced us. “She lost too much blood, Mr. Anderson. She needs to undergo blood transfusion. The problem
Emily’s POVI was standing in front of the bed while thinking of what happened today. I can’t believe Mason’s here. Yes! He can easily find me because of the nature of my job, but I didn’t expect him to come here when his brother didn’t even visit me once.It’s not like I want him to visit me after I dumped him but…“Argh!” I groaned and grabbed my hair. I can’t believe I’m having such problems.Someone knocked on the door, making me jump in shock. I caressed my forehead and opened the door. I saw my manager looking at me with a creased forehead.“You’re still awake?”I rolled my eyes at him. “You knocked. I opened the door. Obviously, I’m still awake.”He glared at me. “You need to rest, Emily. You still have a photoshoot tomorrow. I want your face to look natural in the camera. I don’t want thick makeup and concealer!”I smirked at him. “Yes, boss.”“Tell me the truth.” He crossed his arms. “Do you personally know that newbie model? Mason is it?”I sighed. “No.”“Then why are you st
Emily’s POV“I have feelings for you, Emily. And no matter how hard I tried to resist it, I just couldn’t. The feelings were so strong. This love is consuming me…”I sucked my breath and abruptly sat on the bed as I panted really hard. My chest was moving up and down rapidly and my heart’s pounding inside my chest. I feel like it will pop out anytime and it’s…it’s too much for me.I had a dream. The same dream I always had whenever I sleep peacefully. It’s as if the person in my dream was the reason for the peace that I have found. I don’t know…but just like what I always feel when he’s around. I feel safe and…at pace.It was Matt Foster again. Contradicting what I believed. It’s been six months since I decided to leave for abroad. I was confused. After the day I kissed Matt in the cafeteria of the hospital where he’s working, I started avoiding him. I’m scared and…I admit it was a stupid move. I left the person I like–love, I’d say. But…the fear in my heart was too much.Matt Foster
Snow’s POVWhen I was a kid, I thought having parents only means having a mommy. I was so innocent. I didn’t know that to have a baby, a woman needs a man. I was taught that happiness could be filled by having the people you love by your side. I was content with only having a mother by my side. My mommy Kelly loves me so much that I didn’t realize I should be searching for a father. She completes my life and filled my heart with contentment and happiness that finding a father didn’t cross my mind.It was different when I learned to understand things though. I started searching for a father…secretly. I wanted to ask mommy but whenever I try to, I feel like I’m just hurting her. I once asked and I caught her crying in her room that night. It was painful to hear and see her like that. I always love my mommy. She gave me life. She brought me into this world and there's no way I would forget that. I will remember it all my life and will repay her with love and kindness that she deserves.I
Kelly’s POVWearing a white long gown, holding a bouquet of flowers and a veil on my head, I was walking along the red carpet laid on the white sand of the beach. The salty scent of the air and the calm waves of the ocean are calming my nervous heart.This is it. This is the day I’ve been waiting for. My heart was jumping in happiness and nervousness. Besides me, walking me down the aisle, are my cousins. Matt and Mason. They looked dashing in black suits and my beautiful baby girl was standing in front wearing a beautiful smile on her face. Beside her was her dad, looking at me while constantly wiping tears that are rolling down his cheeks.I couldn’t believe he’s crying but I understand him. After everything that we’ve been through, finally we’re here. We’re going to officially tie the knot and I felt like crying too.“I feel like he’ll lose consciousness anytime,” Matt whispered in my ear and I pinched his side. I heard Mason’s laugh but he didn’t say anything.I just bit my bottom
Emily’s POV“Hi!”I lifted my face and rolled my eyes when I saw him again. He’s been following me for the past few days and I don’t know what to do to him. He kept on saying that he’s my stalker and that he fell in love with me at first sight. He’s handsome, yes. He’s fit to be my ideal man, yes. He’s professional, yes. He’s hot, fcking yes! But I don’t know him. According to him, and to my doctor, I have amnesia and I confirmed it when I saw the year on the calendar. I forgot my present and maybe, Matt Foster is part of that present.“Frowning again? I told you that won’t work on me. You’re still beautiful in my eyes.”I looked away and rolled my eyes but I’m actually hiding my smile. I don’t know. He’s annoying but I always find myself hiding a smile while my heart is racing inside my chest.I have amnesia. My mind doesn’t remember him but my heart does. It races whenever he’s near and It aches whenever he’s not around. Actually, I remember him telling me that he’s my boyfriend. I
Kelly’s POVThe bomb threat on the company created chaos. After my three week break, I decided to go back to work. I’m managing my father’s company and I completely stepped down from my mom’s company and gave the authority to Sara. Matt is now working in a hospital while Mason is helping Sara manage the company. He’s also taking care of the sunflower plantation and the hacienda that our family left to us. It’s not like I don’t want any connection with them. It’s just that I think they deserve the riches of the Foster family more than I deserve it. Besides, I already have my dad’s company and assets, I’m already content with what I have.I bought ice coffee from the shop across from my company. My other hand was inside the pocket of my pants while walking. I’m wearing a maternity floral dress and on my neck was the lace of my company ID.My phone beeped and I smiled after seeing Pierce’s name on the screen. He sent me a message and I laughed hard when I saw the photo he sent me. It was
Kelly’s POVThe doctor assured me that the baby inside me is safe. When the doctor visited me, I asked her about the baby even if Pierce already told about it. Another doctor, a gyne, prescribed me vitamins and told me about the things I should do like exercise. After my heart to heart talk with Pierce, I fell asleep and woke up with a delicious scent of food. I saw Pierce preparing the food while standing in front of the bedside table.He glanced at me and smiled when he saw me looking. “You’re hungry?”I nodded and smiled back. “Yes.”He finished preparing the food and sat on the bed beside me. He helped me sit on the bed before he started feeding me. He was also feeding himself using the same spoon and I couldn’t help but stare at him.“Mom called,” Pierce said while we’re eating. “Snow’s enjoying her school. I guess we just have to let her finish her schooling there and just bring her here every summer.”I smiled and nodded at him. “That’s a good idea. It’s better for her to stay
Kelly’s POVI sucked my breath as I started panting. I sniffed and swallowed hard, realizing nothing pierce through my skin. I wasn’t shot. Who was shot?Tears rolled down my cheeks as I thought of one possible reason why there was no bullet that pierce through my skin. Slowly, with racing and aching heart, I turned around, praying that Pierce was safe. Hoping that he’s still unconscious.My lips parted as I cupped my mouth when I saw what happened behind me. Connor is lifeless while lying on the ground. He has a gunshot wound in between his eyes and…Klay was standing in front of me. I was facing his back and he’s slowly falling to his knees.“Klay!” I exclaimed and gasped as I caught him. He was heavy so we fell on the ground together.My lips parted again and trembled when he looked at me and coughed blood. The rain kept on pouring heavily as if comforting me. My eyes watered again as I stared at his face.“K-Klay…” My heart felt like it was being suffocated while looking at him.He
Kelly’s POVI held my breath for a while before I blew it roughly while sitting on the bed. The house was old but it had complete furniture. I was also amazed by how the mansion stayed beautiful in spite of the fact that no one’s taking care of it.“You should sleep now,” Pierce whispered as he sat beside me and held my hand. “I’ll look after you.”I nodded and slowly lay on the bed. He lay beside me, hugged my waist and started brushing my hair using his fingers.“I was so scared earlier,” I whispered. “I thought we'd lose each other.”He shook his head and kissed my hair. “No one’s losing anyone, Kelly.”I closed my eyes and took a deep breath. I was almost dozing off when I heard Mason’s loud voice followed by a series of bangs on the door.“GET UP!”I got off the bed, following Pierce as he walked towards the door and opened it. I saw Mason knocking on another door and Matt went out of that room. He looked worried and miserable. I know he wants to save Emily, but he still needs to