Serena's POVAndy held my hand tighter again before he started pulling me towards the car parked a few meters away from us.I couldn't do anything. I just let Andy pull me towards the car. I was sitting in the passenger seat while Andy’s in the backseat. Tyler was driving silently and the veins on his arms were constantly moving as if he hadn't calmed down.I glanced at Andy behind us. He looked happy.“You’re going to school soon?” I asked after noticing the new school bag beside him.Andy smiled but it didn't reach his eyes. “I couldn't go to school because of my illness, Aunt Serena.”“I’m sorry,” I answered painfully.He shook his head and smiled again. This time it’s sweeter and has reached his eyes. “Mommy said I shouldn't worry about it because she will find a way. But it’s okay with me. As long as mommy is with me, I will be fine.”“Aunt Serena, can I call you Aunt Serena?”I looked down at Andy and nodded, “Sure, honey. Why are you so handsome?”He smirked, “Mommy said my dad
Serena's POVI stared at him but he didn't bother glancing at me. There was an emotion in his eyes I couldn’t properly see.Tyler looked away, “I’ll just buy water.”I watched him as he walked away from me. I sighed and rested my arms on the railing as I looked down. He ignored what I said and I feel like I’m losing it again.He doesn’t trust that I can help him convince his father to accept Catherine and Andy?It sounded pathetic but that’s what I really want. I don’t wanna live in hatred forever. Now, I finally found someone who can accept me in spite of my past. I just want peace between me and Tyler.Tyler went back beside me and handed me a bottle of water. I accepted it and pressed my lips together, watching him drink. He played with the cap of the bottled water after he drank.“Don’t kill the conversation with your silence, Tyler. I mean it when I said I’m gonna help you. I know it sounds so absurd, but I mean it.”He slowly turned to me. His eyes were blank once again. “Why ar
Serena's POVMy phone suddenly beeped and I received a message from Harry, asking me to have a late dinner.I rested my head on the backrest before I typed in my reply. I’m just so confused tonight, and I don’t want Harry to see me like this.Why do I always get confused whenever I see Tyler? Though we finally agreed on the same thing tonight, I felt like something was stuck in my heart and I couldn't figure it out.Instead of going home, I told the driver to bring me somewhere. I just wanted to get some fresh air alone, however, I didn't realize where my heart brought me until the taxi stopped.The bridge where I met Tyler for the first time.I don’t know why my feet brought me here when I clearly told Tyler that we should get on with our lives and live peacefully. It’s pathetic how I always end up where everything started whenever I tried to end everything between me and Tyler. It’s as if my subconscious doesn’t really want to let go and it’s just my pain, pushing me to end this.I
[Six Years Ago]Serena's POVIt was a terrible day for me.My car broke down on the way to work that morning and I had to run to the hospital only to get splashed with mud at the front door. I managed to clean myself up and get back to work, only to receive a suspension notice from my director.The patient I admitted last week didn't make it and his family was now complaining that it was due to my poor treatment. I tried to appeal but that family started to make scenes at the hospital. And for the hospital's sake, the Dean decided to suspend me for a while. They promised to give me justice but I still felt bad.I came home lost only to see red paint thrown on the door of my house. Besides, I received death threats. They threatened me with blood for blood. I didn't call Uncle Charlie because I didn't want to worry them and I had tried a lot to get the chance to move out and live on my own. So I just called the police and they suggested me to find a hotel instead of home.I couldn't sle
Serena's POVI sucked my breath as I sat on the bed, caressing my chest where my heart was beating so fast and loud. My throat feels dry and my head is aching.That dream. It’s been a long time since I dreamed of the past. My past with Tyler. I felt weak. That dream seemed to suck all my energy and I feel like my limbs won't work.Shaking my head, I dropped my body on the bed again and squeezed my eyes closed trying to calm myself down.This is crazy! Why did I dream about that again? Just when I’m ready to face a new love.“Get it together, Serena…” I whispered to myself and bit my bottom lip.A few minutes had passed and I had calmed down. I sat on the bed again and glanced at the bedside table.My weekdays were peaceful and normal. After talking to Tyler and spending time on that bridge, I feel like I suddenly become a living dead. I was not in myself these past few days and my conversation with Tyler really affected me. Good thing the past weekdays weren't busy. Just some follow-u
Serena's POVI sniffed and wiped the tears on my cheeks. Uncle Charlie's always been afraid of mentioning my parents because he thinks it would break my heart again. He saw how devastated I was when my parents died and bringing up my parent's names could trigger my emotions. He knows that but I’m thankful to Chris Walter for telling me this.“Your father saved me that day, Serena. If not because of him, I wouldn't be able to marry and have a son. Have a granddaughter…”“I’m no longer your daughter-in-law…” I said because I feel like I need to say it.He shook his head, “That won’t stop me from taking care and protecting you and my granddaughter.”I pressed my lips together, refusing to say another word. Chris Walter invited me inside the mansion and I had no choice but to keep the box of necklace since he told me it originally belonged to my father.We went straight to the kitchen and I was surprised to see Tyler with Millie and Tessa Walter. They're baking a cake and Tyler immediatel
Tyler's POVMy dad has always been cold and strict and the moment I saw Serena’s swollen eyes, the first thing I thought was he scolded her.Mom brought Millie to the living area, I followed them but I immediately went back to the kitchen realizing Serena was not with us. I found her in the kitchen, talking to my father.Good thing Dad’s phone rang, but I felt like it was not really a good thing because he shot me with cold and dangerous glares.Something’s wrong. Dad is furious and I don't know the reason. Is it about Catherine again? Who called him?My phone beeped before I could enter the study room. I clenched my jaws and gripped my phone when I received a message from Catherine, saying Andy's application for admission to a school was denied.Dad knew. It was the reason behind the call earlier and his anger. He discovered Andy and he’s doing this to a child. I can't believe him!Clenching my jaws, I entered the study room but as soon as I opened the door, a flying lampshade greete
Serena's POVI didn't have a choice but to let Tyler go like that. Millie searched for her father but I told her Tyler had an emergency. He should be thankful for having an understanding daughter.While driving back home, I couldn't help but think about how Tyler walked away from me. He has a bruise on his lower lip and I know he’s hurt somewhere in his body. Chris Walter has always been strict with his only son. He would punish him depending on the weight of his mistakes and if he punished him because of Catherine, I’d bet he was severely beaten.Sighing, I shrugged the thought off of my head. He was injured by his strict father’s punishment and if it’s because of Catherine, I don’t think I should involve myself. Besides, we’re just co-parenting for Millie. I should now focus on my agreement with him to introduce Millie and Andy to each other. It should be my priority and not something else.Introducing Millie and Andy to each other might be easy since Millie believes that she can ge