Serena’s POV“I like your hair, mommy.”I paused while putting Millie’s seatbelt on when she noticed my hair and touched it. I chuckled and locked her seatbelt before I stared at her face and fixed her hair.“Really? I just had a haircut. Does it suit mommy?”I cut my hair yesterday and its length has reached just my shoulders. I was praised at the salon yesterday, saying short hair fits me perfectly. I didn’t believe it until Millie noticed it and I’m glad she liked it.She giggled, “My mommy is so pretty!”I gently pinched her nose. “Alright! Let’s go or we’ll be late.”“I don’t wanna be late! Let’s go, mommy!”I smiled and closed the door of the backseat before I opened the door to the driver seat. I glanced at Millie’s grandparents watching us from the gate of the house. I just bowed at them before I entered the car and drove off to Millie’s school.Today is the event Millie was talking about. It’s a family day today so Millie’s very excited. She won’t stop talking and checking he
Tyler's POVI kept on cursing myself while driving so fast. My muscles are clenching because of anger and my teeth are constantly gritting. I stayed up late and finished all my paperwork last night because Millie has an event today. I’m always confident about being responsible when it comes to time. If I alarm at 6 even if I sleep at 5, I won’t oversleep but today I did. I fcking overslept and now I’m almost flying my car to Millie’s school, disappointed in myself.“Millie, I’m sorry for being a bad daddy,” I whispered as I drove even faster.When I reached Millie’s school, I saw a familiar woman standing beside a familiar car. I parked the car next to Serena’s and immediately got out of my car without even turning the engine off.“Serena…” My words were left hanging in the air when she looked at me with nothing but coldness in her eyes.I swallowed hard, “I-I’m sorry. Where’s Millie? Can I see her?”“You’re late, Tyler,” Serena answered coldly. “Very late and very disappointing.”I su
Serena's POVI noticed changes in Mililie. She accepted Tyler’s apology and even hugged him, I can feel something is wrong. She was starting to distance herself from some people particularly from Tyler. She won’t say a thing. She’s hiding her pain and I want to slap Tyler so hard for not even noticing it. He thought if he apologized, the pain would go away but he’s wrong. He’s always wrong.Sitting on a park bench, I was intently watching Harry teaching Millie to ride a bicycle. Why didn’t I realize that Tyler failed to teach all the things a father should teach his daughter? He was always busy and the only thing he’s good at is buying Millie’s toys. He loves her. So much as he claims, but he can’t really prove it enough.“Uncle, don’t let go!” Millie screamed as she kept riding the bike.I smiled while watching them but there’s still a hollow in my heart. These past few days, I felt like I’ve become like dust in Tyler’s way. Especially after Catherine came back. Tyler can no longer ap
Serena’s POV“Harry…” I mumbled his name, startled.He stared at me as the anger in his eyes slowly vanished and his grip on my wrist loosened.I don’t know. I felt attacked. He just stopped me from touching the painting that captivated me but I feel like there's something more.“I’m sorry. I just…” he paused and squeezed his eyes. He gently held my hand and kissed my wrist, staring into my eyes intently.He glanced at the painting before he looked at me again and gently pulled me out of the room. He turned the light off and I heard him lock the door.“I’m sorry,” he whispered and started kissing the back of my hands. “Did I hurt you?”I shook my head, “I’m fine.”He sucked his breath and pulled me closer, wrapping his arms around my waist as he let my cheek rest against his chest.I was still startled. It was a first. It was the first time I saw him get mad and I was really shocked. The anger in his eyes was unleashed for a few seconds and I started doubting the story of the painting
Harry’s POVAfter sending Serena to the mall, I went straight home with a messy thought. I couldn't forget how I found her in that room, staring at the gigantic painting.I was immediately angry and guilty and scared.The picture of Serena looking at the painting made me feel so bad that I ended up drinking.After I saw the painting again, the pain of losing them crept in my heart again, torturing me over and over.Sitting on the floor while my eyes were focused on the painting, I was drinking to my heart’s content. I feel miserable again and guilt is making it even worse.I shouldn't betray them. I came here for revenge but what did I do? I ended up doing something unplanned.Tyler Walter should pay for his sins. He took her away from me and my original plan was to make him pay. Blood for blood. I lost them helplessly so I’ll make sure that the person responsible will pay big time.“You will pay, Tyler Walter…” I whispered and drank the liquor again, straight from the bottle.I don't
Harry’s POVI was staring at my phone in my hand, feeling helpless as I wasn't able to answer Serena’s call because of the person sitting in front of me.He was playing with the knife in his hands, expertly slipping the sharp edges on his fingers without hurting himself. His eyes were sharp and there's a sarcastic smirk on his lips.“Won’t you answer that, cousin? It seems important.”I clenched my jaws, “Why are you here?”We’re cousins but we never got along. He’s sick in the head and he’s just like a mad dog, only loyal to our family.He purses his lip, “We’re just worried about you, cousin. You seemed to be having a hard time executing your plans. I thought someone had captured you.”I shook my head, “Leave. I can do this alone.”He pulled himself up and chuckled again as he walked towards me. The knife on his fingers fled to the wall, striking the picture on the wall, hitting the face of a man in the picture perfectly.He turned around and looked at me again. The danger in his ey
Serena's POVI was walking out of the hospital with an annoyed expression on my face. I can't believe what Harry did. He filed a week of absence for me even without asking for my permission.He’s worried. I know that. I definitely understand where he’s coming from but he decided on something without consulting me. Is that even reasonable?“Serena!” He followed me and grabbed my wrist but I pulled my arm back and looked at him coldly.He sighed and clenched his jaws, “I just want to keep you safe, Serena! I’m doing this for your safety.”“What made you think I’m not safe? What happened was just an accident, Harry! The driver of the van didn't expect it to happen either—”“You almost died!” He said in frustration. “Why do you expect me to take that lightly? I almost lost you and I don’t have any idea about the accident. I’m just being cautious—”“It was an accident!” I said again, stressing the last word for him to understand.He looked at me with anger in his eyes. I don’t know anymore
Serena's POVMillie was tired from all the activities in the party so when we reached home, she’s already fast asleep on the backseat.I glanced at her before I bore my gaze back to the car in front of me. There’s a man standing beside the car, looking at me.I don’t know why he’s here but I don’t have the energy to argue with him.I got out of the car and he immediately approached me. “Serena…”“I’m tired, Harry. Let’s talk some other day,” I said coldly and opened the door of the backseat. I was about to carry Millie when Harry held my wrist, stopping me.“Let me carry her.”I shot him cold stares, “Why are you even here?”He swallowed hard, “I want to apologize for what I did. For shouting at you. For doubting your love. For hurting your feelings. For fighting with you. I was wrong. Please…forgive me.”I shook my head, “It’s not that easy, Harry. You cannot erase my pain with just a simple apology…”“That’s why I’m here. Please, babe, I can’t sleep knowing that you're angry. Please
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