I bring the unconscious Alice to my beach house, shielding her from any reminders of the haunted past. I arrange for a team of doctors and nurses to be present at all times, ensuring her safety. The early morning light seeps through the curtains, casting a warm glow upon the beach house room. The gentle sound of crashing waves fills the air. I sit by Alice’s side, my weary eyes fixed on her delicate features, etched with a mixture of love and concern. She gradually regains consciousness, and her eyes flutter open. The sight of the beach just outside our room leaves her gaze clouded with confusion. She turns her head to look at me, her voice barely a whisper as she speaks. “Where... where are we, Alexander?” I reach out, my hand gently cupping her cheek, providing her comfort and reassurance. “We’re at the beach house, my love,” I respond, my voice filled with tenderness. “I thought this place would help you leave behind the painful memories of the past.” Her eyes dart around th
After three weeks, At night, Alice lies with her back turned to me, and I wonder how to ease her pain. Although her physical wounds are gradually healing, the wounds within her remain as raw as they were. She remains quiet, hardly even talking to me, just keeps staring at the ceiling or out of the window. Despite my attempts to seek help from so many doctors and therapists, none seem to offer her any solace. My heart aches to witness her in such a state. I feel so helpless. I pull out of Alice’s thoughts as I hear her sobs. My emotions are close to overflowing, but I gather my composure. “Hey, baby, I’m here for you. Please don’t cry.” I whisper, embracing her from behind. “I’m not feeling good, Alexander.” She hiccups. “I have lost myself.” “You’re going to be okay, my love. I promise I’ll guide you to rediscover yourself.” I assure her, caressing her hair from behind. She turns to face me, her eyes brimming with tears. “I’m sorry.” “Why are you apologising?” I inquire, my br
She sleeps beside me, and I gaze straight ahead, lost in my thoughts. Lately, I haven’t been able to sleep well because her happiness, which brings me peace, has lost. How can I sleep when she’s in pain caused by my brother, whom I once trusted? He has turned into a monster, stealing Alice’s happiness and inflicting unbearable pain upon her. I have lost my brother, and he is dead to me. Suddenly, I feel Alice’s body tense beside me, her sleep disrupted by haunting nightmares. She tosses and turns, her face contorted with fear, and my heart sinks to see her in such agony. I pull her close against my chest, wrapping my arms around her, trying to offer solace. “Shh, love, it’s just a bad dream.” I whisper, my voice is like a gentle caress in the darkness. I run my fingers through her hair, hoping to calm her troubled mind. She jerks awake, her breathing erratic, and her body trembling. She snuggles into me desperately, seeking comfort. Tears stain her cheeks as she struggles to regai
Alice’s P.O.V.The next morning,After a long and arduous three weeks, I wake up with a genuine smile on my face, and it widens as I find myself nestled in the arms of Alexander.Last night was different; it was a turning point for me. Finally, I felt warmth and contentment as he made love to me. At that moment, all the pain and scars I carried within seemed to vanish. Despite the visible scars on my body, he made me feel like the most beautiful person in the world.It brought a glimmer of hope into my darkened life, showing me I could find happiness again. So, from now on, I will try to forget the torture I endured as if it were a nightmare that didn’t actually happen. I want to embrace life to the fullest with Alexander by my side.I lift my head from his chest and gently kiss his forehead before murmuring, “Thank you.”I feel incredibly fortunate to have a man like him in my life. He didn’t leave my side for even a single moment during my darkest days. The way he has supported and
Peace!Finally, I get back my peace, witnessing my love smiling and talking to me in the same carefree manner as in the past.Every second, I express my gratitude to the almighty for bringing her joy back into her life.We enjoy a delightful breakfast together on the beach, which I have specially arranged for her. We sit on a mat with a simple yet beautiful breakfast spread in front of us.I close my eyes and savour the food which she prepared. I missed it so much!“It’s so yummy. You have magic in your hands, Alice.” I praise her, kissing her hand, and she smiles in her charming way, just like she always does.I missed everything about her.As I feed her, she beams at me, to which I respond with a gentle kiss on her cheek.My heart dances with joy upon seeing her back to her normal self. Though she’s talking less, I can feel that she’s becoming more at ease with time.I can’t take my eyes off her, and as I smile at her, she gazes back at me, making me feel loved as she feeds me.We c
At night, we lie cuddling each other on the bed.“Alexander, I’m ready to go back home. How long will we stay here alone?” She raises her head from my chest and enquires, breaking the peaceful silence.“I can stay here with you forever, love.” A smile spreads across her face upon listening to my words.“I know, Alexander, but I no longer want to escape from my fear. Even though the horrific memories may haunt me there, I want to face them and move on.” She explains.I ask to confirm, as I can’t bear to see her in pain, “Are you truly prepared to return home?”“Yes, I’m ready,” she nods with a smile. “And I found the strength to fight my fear because of you. I’m certain you’ll be there to support me if I break down.”As she embraces me, I kiss her head, wrapping her in my arms. “I’m always there for you, Alice.”I just hope everything goes right when we return home tomorrow. Next morning,As our car comes to a halt in front of the mansion, Alice takes my hand in a firm grip while we s
We lie naked, cuddling each other in silence, savouring the moment. She draws circles on my chest, and I can feel her breath on my skin.She raises her head from my chest and looks up at me with gratitude. “Thank you so much, Alexander. I don’t know what I would do without you. You give me strength when I feel weak.”“You don’t have to thank me, love. Being here for you is what matters most to me.” I reply, stroking her hair. “Facing these memories won’t be easy, but I believe in your resilience. You’ve come a long way, and I’m proud of the progress you’ve made.”“I love you.” As she whispers, her voice trembles with emotion.“I love you too, Alice. And I’ll always love and support you, no matter what challenges we face.” I assure her, planting a soft kiss on her lips.We pull apart as her phone rings up.She grabs the phone from the side table and glances at its screen. “It’s aunt call.” She tells me before putting the phone on speaker.“Hello.” She answers the call.“Alice, meet me
Alexander’s P.O.V.After two weeks,I was there for Alice, standing by her side as she confronted her fears and worked through painful memories. I held her hand during difficult moments, reminding her that she wasn't alone and that I was there to protect and support her.We attended therapy sessions together, which helped her to cope with her trauma.She healed and became stronger, leaving those horrific memories behind. Our love became a powerful force that helped her overcome the darkness of her past.As we continued to build our life together, her fear gradually faded, replaced by hope and happiness. We shared laughter, joy, and love, creating fresh memories that overshadow the horrific flashes of the past, and each day, our bond strengthened.In the morning, as I wake up, I find Alice standing beside the bed with a huge smile on her face.“Morning, Alexander.” She wishes to me, her eyes shimmering with excitement and joy.“Good morning! You seem so joyful today. What’s the matter?