-Flashback-
Darson was in his last year in high school when his friends decided to have a pre-graduation party. They invited some friends from other schools, and some acquaintances. They said it's their last hurrah before facing the reality of life. Everyone in their batch were invited, no one can make excuses or say no.
The party was held on the wooded parts of Haverville, near the old cemetery. Bonfires were lit, kegs were placed everywhere. Everyone was cheering loudly to the music coming from the stereo. That's when he saw her. The most beautiful woman he ever laid his eyes on. She was standing by the largest oak tree near them.
"Who is she?" Darson asked his best friend about the girl who captured his attention.
"Who?"
"That girl."
"Oh, no. Stay away from that girl. She's bad news, brother. Very bad news."
"Why?"
"That's Amara, new to town, and a street hooker. You don't want to be associated with that slut." Lara, a girl
Darson arrived at Amara's front door. He didn't tell Amara that he was coming because he wanted to surprise her. He even brought newly purchased books for Armaan. For some reason, he felt responsible for the child. Seeing him struggle, and how he tries to be strong, Darson felt like he wanted to help him. Now, his feelings is no longer just for Amara, it's for Arman, too."Darson, Amara is not here." Arman's shocked face is what Darson saw after knocking at the door."Hey, buddy. I brought you something." Darson showed the paper bags he's holding."Uhm, come in." Arman opened the door wider to let him in.Both of them proceeded to the living room, where Arman was watching an action movie. Darson smiled when he realized that Arman is not like other kids. He doesn't like to play, or watch cartoons. He's way matured for his age."You like to read educational books, right? I bought these for you.""Uh, thank you. Amara won't be back until tonigh
The thought of being with someone who was the exact same version of her stepfather was Amara's worst nightmare. All those years, she tried to forget about the horrible things he did to her. How he toyed with her. How he used different things on her. She thought that she became strong after all the things that she's been through.But, the truth is, she just became great at acting. She mastered the art of hiding her true feelings. In the outside world, Amara is this strong, beautiful woman, who doesn't give a damn about what others say about her. When in fact, the truth is, she still have nightmares about her stepfather every night."I'm going to a convention. So, I'll be gone for three days. You enjoy yourself, but remember, don't ever cheat on me. I will kill you." Rudy said with a warning tone."Of course, I'd like to go shopping. I saw you left one of your credit cards on the bedside table.""Sure, you can use it."Rudy left him without saying an
Being a media personality is both a great opportunity, but it also comes with great burden. If a person is naturally born as greedy, manipulative, and power hungry, being a part of the media industry is the most dangerous place to be. But, for people like Bartholomew Carter, who is decent, compassionate, and devoted to the trut, the media industry is the best place for themBack in his college days, Barth would always visit a care home. He made friends with the residence back then. He would talk to them, get their stories, learn their past, and get a share of their feeling. It like being a part of their life. That's when he learned that people born from bottom of the society needs someone to speak for them."Barth, what are you doing?" Nielsen asked when he entered Carter's office."Come, look at this. All the emails that I received from my anonymous informant. It's untraceable, but it gives out this same exact line. The only difference is the time, and date."
Back to reality, Amara focused on taking care of Arman. She was so pleased to see that he's making a wonderful development. Spending a few days with Darson really seemed to help him so much. He looked happier, and more content. He even started talking to her about the things he wanted to do.First half of the school year is almost done, and Amara wanted to do something nice for him. She wants to make him feel that he has every right to enjoy life as a normal kid. What she had in mind is a simple vacation for him."Amara, I'm home.""Hey, kid. How's school?""Look at this, I got perfect score in our exams.""Really? Let me see. Wow! Congratulations, great job. Now, change your clothes. This is almost done."Arman ran towards his room to do as she said. He is definitely a smart kid. Amara can clearly see a bright future ahead of him. He can be anyone he wants if he puts his mind on it. And.. Amara promised to help achieve all his dreams in lif
The death of Rudy Fowler made nationwide news overnight. But, not only that. Bartholomew Carter is making waves again with his scandalous report about all of Rudy Fowler's supposed victims. What's shocking is, all of the testimonies he was reporting were from people who had past connections with him.People are crazy about his video blogs , and interviews with the people who claims to have experienced being molested by Fowler inside his private room. Based on the latest interview he had with some of the victims, Rudy Fowler approach his victims with charm, gaining their trust, just like all other doctors like him would do. Then, when the patient already trust him, he would begin the session, secretly touching them in parts that no one should."This Bartholomew Carter is really making money out of his video blogs. What I don't understand is how he manage to get these kinds of information." Kareem commented as he , and Marvin both watch the video."We can't force
Now that Arman was finally opening up, Amara wanted to focus on him. She put a pause on her next targets to take care of the little kid. And, now that family day in school has come, Amara decided to attend for him. She thought Arman deserves to have a semblance of a normal life. And she vowed to do anything for him. The moment Amara arrived at the school, the judgmental eyes that the parents gave her didn't escape her senses. But, she didn't give them the satisfaction of giving any reaction. When he found Arman, he was sitting with his friends, laughing. So, instead of walking towards him, Amara stayed on her spot, and watched him with a smile on her face. "That's Amara, right? The escort girl?" "Yeah, that's her." "What a slut." Despite the growing urge of wanting to smash someone's head off, Amara kept her calm. She finally decided to approach Arman. He didn't notice her coming, and one of his friends was dragged away by his mother.
Darson thought that attending the family day in Arman's school was not a good idea. He though that he would just draw too much attention, and that it will not be good for the little kid. But, when he heard about what happened at the school, he regretted his decision. He thought that if he was there with them, he could have protected them, or spoke on their behalf. But, from what he heard, Arman did a great job standing up for himself, and for Amara.He met one of his friends at the diner, and he told him that he was there for his son. Darson felt proud for Arman. He always knew that the little boy is a tough one. Other than that, he is happy for Amara because now, she has someone who loves her for what she is, aside from him."Dear, where are you going?" His mother asked as soon as he entered the kitchen. He was dressed, and his mother noticed his cheery mood."Just out, mom. Love you!"He walked out of the house with a smile of his face. When Amara got b
There are things that Marvin did in his life that he regret. Things that he promised he would never do agin. But, having a serial killer on the loose is making him think that he has to do somethings that is against everything he stands for. He's trying to keep it together, but the case and the situation with his family is making it hard for him.They have too little to go on, and too great demand from the remaining citizens of Haverville. The town has been too quiet, and nothing ever felt the same again. There's an upcoming festivity, but no one seems to bother. And, it's adding to Sullivan's stress. He can't get any semblance of his normal life."Marvin, what do you got?" Their captain asked for an update."Captain, we still don't have any suspects. But, we have three persons of interested. They match the height, and body built of all the woman spotted with the victims.""Good, what do you have on those women?""So far, no connections to the victi