Serena's POVThe door wasn't locked. The wind was blowing aggressively through the window. The green scenery looks fascinating, and yet I don't feel anything but emptiness.Dan has been holding me prisoner in this place. Two days without my family felt so sad and empty. I wanted to leave and go back to my family and tell them that everything's fine but I’m worried about my cousin Selena.Dan promises to release Selena, but I don't trust him. I will find out where he's hiding her and after that, I will kill him myself.“I got good news!” The door swung open, followed by that voice.I didn't take my eyes off of the window and just ignored him.Dan stood beside me and lifted my face using his finger on my chin. I pushed him away and glared.He chuckled and crossed his arms. “Well, guess what?”I pressed my lips together, refusing to answer.He groaned. “Argh! You are so boring. Selena is better than you. She has answers to everything I say. I guess she's trying to get my trust. Too bad d
Serena's POV“You see this?” Dan showed me his phone. On the screen was Tyler's exclusive interview with a TV host. My heart aches while looking at his face. He looked really stressed and deprived of sleep.Dan chuckled. “You see how my plan is working, Serena?”I balled my fists when Dan hid his phone after ending the video. He was succeeding in torturing Tyler but he won't succeed in tearing us apart because even when we're not together, I can still feel that our hearts were with each other.It's been three torturous weeks and I feel like dying each passing day. I don't know anything about what's going on outside unless Dan tells me about it. But it's not enough. I badly want to see my family. I badly want to be with them again.“You said you'd release Selena! I did what you wanted, Dan! Tyler is already suffering!”His smile faded as he stared at me. He leaned closer as his fingers ran against my cheek which made me move back, disgusted by his touch.“Selena is dead, Serena.”My ey
Serena's POVThe excruciating pain made me feel like I’m dying a hundred times. Someone's doing something on my wound and I could only groan and moan because I don't have the strength to even lift a finger. My body felt so weak and exhausted.My face contorted in pain. Beads of sweats run down my face as I breathe heavily, trying to fight the unbearable pain.“The wound was deep. I managed to take the bullet out but I'm not an expert in this field. This is hard!”“We can't let her die here, Amara. You can do it!”“I’m trying, okay?”Those faint voices are so unfamiliar. Where am I?“Ahmm!” I groaned in pain again as my lips began trembling.The pace of breathing doubled until I lost my consciousness again. When I opened my eyes again, I felt a little better.The house where I am has no ceiling. I can clearly see the framing of the roof and the house was only made with light materials.“Ah!” I winced when I accidentally touched my wounded stomach.I looked at the large t-shirt I’m wear
Serena’s POVI continued running even when my wound started bleeding. The moon, that seemed to be following me, remained as my source of light while the stars in the sky served as my compass.Just like what Amara said, I took the straight path. I ran without looking back but with a promise to come back here and check on the kind people who saved and helped me.“SERENA!” That voice again. Hearing it makes my heart jump in fear. I am certain he's gonna kill me now. He won't let me live after this but my determination to survive is enough motivation to keep running and never look back.There are trees and tall grasses which are cutting my skin every chance it gets. Silence of the night was interrupted by a loud gunshot, echoing in the middle of nowhere.I need to get on the road and ask for help. That's the only way I’d survive this night.“Ah!” I jumped when I heard another gunshot. This time, it's getting closer.Damn! He ran so fast and because I’m injured, I’m starting to lose my str
Serena's POVI’m sure as hell I paled while staring at Tyler and Dan. The loud gunshot literally took my breath away and almost made my heart stop beating. I could only think about Tyler's safety and when he groaned in pain, I trembled.“Argh!” Tyler lost his balance after he was accidentally shot on the leg.I immediately pulled myself up as Dan laughed like a madman, completely distracted by Tyler's pain.I forced myself to get in Tyler's car. Maybe he has something…like a gun or what but I couldn't find anything.“I will kill you tonight, Tyler Walter!” Dan laughed, completely insane.Since the engine is still on, I swallowed hard and put my hands on the steering wheel. The blood on my hands stained the steering wheel but I didn't bother paying attention to it. I slowly stepped on the gas, aiming to run over Dan whilst he's still distracted.Dan heard the car’s engine and immediately turned to my direction.Tyler immediately rolled away from the road as Dan fired at me. I immediate
Serena's POVTyler's arms around me felt so warm, so loving, and comforting. The fact that he's here even when he's injured and he's here to be with me without even throwing questions as to why I left him makes me feel at ease.“I’m gonna call the doctor—”“Tyler,” I called, holding his hand even before he could leave me alone in the room.He stared at me worriedly. “Are you okay? Is there something you want or need?”I shook my head and held his hand tighter. “The people who saved me, Tyler. Did you check on them?”He caressed my hair and nodded before he sat on the bed beside me. “They're safe. Don't worry about them.”I slowly nodded. I’m glad they're safe but I'm still not that happy because of Selena. I don't wanna believe what Dan said. I don't wanna believe that Selena's gone but knowing how evil Dan is, he could do that without even blinking.“Serena…” Tyler seemed to notice my reaction. He touched my chin with his forefinger and thumb before he slowly lifted my face, looking
Serena's POVMy wound is recovering fast. Maybe because I really want to go home now and see the kids that I've been careful with myself for the past two days.Dan has been investigated and he will face his first court trial next week. However, he really won't say anything about Selena. Tyler went to talk to him yesterday but he didn't give him answers. All he said was Selena's dead and we should hurry finding her body before it rots. I hated him more for saying that but we can't do anything. Tyler has already deployed his men to search for Selena. As for Harry's father, we can't do anything about him since he's in another country, but I strongly believe Tyler's father won't let him slide. I know he would do something to punish him too.“What do you think about this?” I asked Tyler as I showed him my phone.I’m checking online shopping apps for possible gifts to Andy and Millie. Millie believed I disappeared because of work and according to Tyler, Andy has been treating him coldly. I
Serena's POVI'm standing by the entrance door of the Walter's mansion, watching Andy and Millie playing chess. Catherine was sitting on the couch comfortably, looking at them. At the staircase was Tyler's father who immediately spotted us as we entered the house.“Kids,” Tyler called the children. Millie immediately turned to us and her eyes widened. Happiness was twinkling in her eyes.“Mommy!” Millie screamed as she ran towards me.I squatted and smiled, spreading my arms. She threw herself at me and I hugged her so tight, caressing her hair.“I love you. I miss you…” I whispered as I squeezed my eyes closed.“Mommy, you're back!”I sucked my breath and smiled, nodding. “Yes. I’m back, and I’ll never leave again.”I looked at Andy after Millie pulled away from the hug and went to her dad. Andy was looking at me but when our eyes met, he immediately pulled himself up.My heart raced, anticipating what he'd do next, thinking he'd welcome me like what Millie did, and like he used to g
Tyler's POVI was watching my little family as they ate the food I cooked for them. Andy and Millie looked so happy while eating messily. I was raised by my strict mother. Taught to not eat messily or she would scold me. Now, seeing Serena laughing with the kids and patiently wiping their lips while eating makes my heart feel so full.I am an only child. So all the responsibilities as the only heir of my family was put on my shoulders at a young age. I had to stop playing fool. I had to stop messing around and was taught to take business seriously to continue the legacy of our family.The responsibilities given to me aren't enough to justify being a stupid rascal, letting go of my wife just because my first love came back and she told me we had a child. My responsibility as the only heir of the Walter's isn't enough to justify how I neglected my wedded wife and our daughter.I know! All of those were fueled by my insecurities because Serena started treating me so coldly and I thought
Serena's POVWhen we got home, Tyler was smiling nonstop. It was as if he received the greatest gift he could ever have. He was extra touchy and clingy. He won't stop kissing the back of my hands and touching my waist and back like those are his favorite things to do.“What?” He asked, smiling while he's in front of me, chopping meat.He volunteered to cook our lunch today and I want to stay in the kitchen to watch him. He rolled the knife swiftly on through his fingers like a professional chef and I feel like he's doing that on purpose to show me and amaze me.“You're so happy hearing that I’m actually pregnant.”He chuckled and nodded. “I’m gonna be a daddy again. My hard work has paid off! Finally!”I smacked his chest and chuckled. “Naughty!”I rested my elbow on the counter and put my chin on my palm. I stared at him as he continued chopping meats when I remembered Elias.“What do you think about Elias?”He stopped chopping and looked at me with a creased forehead. I couldn't bel
Serena's POVI rushed to the bathroom and puked on the sink after I woke up feeling nauseous. Beads of sweats rolled down my temple and cheeks as I squeezed my eyes closed.I washed my mouth and groaned. I suddenly felt so weak as I grabbed onto the sides of the sink and I felt a warm, big palm, caressing my back.“Baby…”“Hm!” I hummed and slowly opened my eyes to see Tyler through the mirror, standing behind me.He was looking at me with worried eyes while standing so close behind me.“What's wrong?”I sucked my breath and closed my eyes again. I rested my back against his hard and strong chest as he supported me by the waist, holding me in place and supporting my weight.A smile crept on my lips. I know these symptoms because I’m a doctor. Although this is not my field of expertise, I know by experience and by a little knowledge about these symptoms.“Serena, tell me what's wrong. Are you sick?” Tyler's voice sounded so worried and scared as he continued caressing my back.I looked
Serena’s POVMy heart was beating so loud and fast inside my chest while I'm inside the bridal car. My hands were almost sweating inside the white gloves I’m wearing. I know this isn't the first time I’m marrying Tyler, but this second time is different. I feel like my heart would jump out of my chest anytime now.I was constantly looking outside the window, and when the car finally stopped moving, I sucked my breath as if it's about to explode.I flinched when someone opened the door. I looked up and saw Uncle Charlie. He chuckled when he saw me nervously sitting inside the car.“You okay?”I stared at him like a child. “I’m nervous, uncle.”He squatted beside me and held my hands, looking at me with gentleness. “Your mother was just like you when she married your dad. She's nervous, but so beautiful.”I smiled at him. “Do I look like her, Uncle?”He chuckled and nodded. “Of course, you are. Let's go? Your future husband is currently shaking in nervousness right now.”I bit my bottom
Serena's POVTyler pushed me against the closed door as he ravaged my lips with both hunger and passion. His hand caressed and lifted my legs as he pushed his lower body against mine. I threw my head back causing his lips to land on my throat.My body spasmed as I felt his hardness against my now aching core. I feel like the heat consuming my body is becoming more intense and I will explode any minute from now.When he stopped kissing me, I looked at him with drunk eyes. He was staring back into my eyes like I am the most beautiful person in the world and I like it. I like how he looks at me with so much affection. He was giving me so much assurance that he will be mine forever.“I love you…” He whispered and carried me to the bed. He lay me there carefully and he immediately followed, settling himself on top of me after he parted my legs using his knee.I gasped when I felt his hands gently caressing the sides of my body as he dipped his head and started kissing my neck.The gentlene
Serena's POV“Turn around,” Tyler said, staring into my eyes lovingly after he opened the door and saw me standing in front of the full-length mirror.I’m wearing a purple evening dress. My hair was in a messy bun. My necklace was exposed from the low cut of the dress's cleavage, and my arms were exposed too from the thin strap of the dress.Tyler started walking towards me as I slowly turned around, showing him my outfit. When I stopped spinning around, he was already in front of me. He caught me by the waist and pulled me closer to him.“So lovely…” he whispered and gently landed a soft and wholesome kiss on the side of my lips.My heart immediately hammered inside my chest as I looked at him with heavy breaths. The gentleness in his eyes were very evident as he softly looked at me.He's possessive at times, but not to the point that I’d feel suffocated. He would get jealous with some men ogling at me because of how I look, but he never once intervened with the way I dress.Slowly,
Serena's POVI was pacing back and forth while biting my fingernail. Tyler called an hour ago, requesting for a chopper, and Tyler's father immediately sent a chopper, a pilot, and some men. They arrived while I was in the hospital with Andy. Tyler and Damon are currently on the Carolina Coast, and hTyler confirmed that Selena has been staying on that island.Uncle and Auntie are also here. An ambulance too and a private doctor. I volunteered but Uncle didn't allow me because he said it would be better if the doctor who’ll assist Selena is not a relative to avoid emotional issues. I got his point, so I agreed.I kept on glancing at my wristwatch while waiting. I couldn't calm down. Tyler assured me that Selena is fine. She's safe, but I still couldn't calm down completely. I need to see her myself, so I’d feel at ease. I know Uncle and Auntie feel the same way. Uncle Charlie is just trying his best to calm down.I heard the chopper. I was alerted. I immediately followed Tyler's fathe
Tyler's POV“Are you sure we're in the right place?” Damon asked after I parked the car in front of a huge ancestral house. The intricate design of the window grills looked exquisite in spite of being primitive. The front porch has a few steps until the huge double doors.I looked around, examining the whole place before I turned to Damon who's sitting beside me, also examining the place.“My private investigator sent me this location. He won't be mistaken,” I answered, full of confidence.We’ve been searching for her, and I won't let even a small piece of information slide. According to my investigator’s sources and investigation, the man who was with Selena went to this house.I got out of the car, and I heard Damon's sigh before he followed me. The gate was open, so I went straight to the front porch. I pressed the doorbell. Even the doorbell looks traditional.“The savior must be a rich heir, huh
Catherine’s POVTyler's words kept on lingering in my mind, causing me pain, bringing me tears. I couldn't forget everything. Every single word ripped through my heart as I remembered everything I did for the past few years.I’ve lost everything. I was so scared of losing everything. I was so scared of being alone. I was so scared to the point that I manipulated the child I loved like my own.I gave birth to Andy. I love him like my real child. I don't wanna lose him. I don't…A painful sob escaped my lips again as I sat on the bed miserably.My wrist was cuffed to the bed. The door was guarded by the police. Even the sky outside the window seemed so sad.My heart felt so heavy and painful. I loved Tyler so much. I gave up on him unknowingly after I realized he will never be mine again. That no matter how hard I tried, he would never love me again because Serena completely owned him. It was only Andy that I wanted, but&hel