Detective Flavian Moreno’s POVWhen I decided to stop by the hospital today to see the kids, I never imagined I'd find chaos. I had just finished an investigation nearby and was in the car with three officers when I mentioned wanting to visit my friends and their babies. Officer Renata was driving and got excited, wanting to meet the quadruplets. Soon everyone wanted to meet the babies too. We had been tracking Johnson for some time, my team was very committed to it, and at one point or another, they had all met Alexander and Catherine.Renata insisted on stopping at the gift shop to buy chocolates for Catherine and stuffed animals. Soon everyone was splitting the bill at the shop - we bought metallic balloons, chocolates, and plush toys. We were soon standing in front of the nursery window, watching those tiny ones sleeping. I found it strange right away that there were only three babies in the nursery. I took a quick look and asked the security guard, who said one of the babies had b
Detective Flavian Moreno’s POVI was there on the first floor, looking from side to side. From the corner of my eye, I saw a woman enter the bathroom, though I hadn't seen where she came from. I was so stressed that I acted on instinct, calling Renata who was with me and asking her to check on the woman in the bathroom. I stayed by the door. I heard a crash and entered in time to see Renata sitting on top of the woman on the floor, handcuffing her."Detective, it's the woman from the security footage," Renata said, pulling the woman to her feet. "She's not wearing the nurse's uniform and coat, but it's her.""I don't know what this crazy woman is talking about!" The woman screamed."Oh, but you'll remember!" I pushed her against the wall and put my gun to her head. "Here's what's going to happen: you're going to tell me where the baby you kidnapped is, and you're going to tell me now, or I'll decorate these bathroom walls with your brains and say you attacked an officer. So, where's th
Johnson’s POVI was sitting there, planning my next move for when I'd have my hands on the Miller kid. I was really pumped! But then I heard the door quickly open and close, and that dimwit Kai burst in all flustered."Evil One, we're totally screwed!" Kai was terrified."What the hell? What mess did you idiots make now?" I jumped up from my chair. "Where's that friend of yours with the baby?""Well, Evil One, the whole thing went south!" Kai looked at me anxiously."What?!" I asked, not getting it."Yeah, Evil One, it flopped, failed, crashed and burned, went wrong, didn't work out, damn it!" Good Lord, Kai's vocabulary was a crime against the English language!"What exactly went wrong, you useless fool?" I said while walking toward him."So, like, Elisa grabbed the little crying bundle. Then this security guard came after her, and I hit him in the head with a piece of wood. Then we split up 'cause Elisa thought it'd draw less attention. But none of the hospital doors would open, and
I had been home with my babies for a week. After everything that happened at the hospital, I was scared to take them out, so Dr. Molina came to our house every day to check on them. They were doing well and developing normally.Alexander hired two nannies recommended by Lygia to help us. My parents had already returned to Bellwood, and we were establishing a routine. Peter was all joy and love with his little siblings, and every night our friends came over for dinner to spend time with their godchildren."Look, I think it's absurd that you've already chosen Flavian to be Sienna's godfather. And here we are, still in suspense," Patrick complained."I don't know what you're complaining about, Patrick. At least you'll get one. What about me?" Melissa continued being dramatic."Hey, my favorite psycho, you already have Peter!" Alexander reminded her."I know, you clown! And I love my little one so much!" Melissa had Peter in her arms and showered him with kisses, making him smile. "But we
Claude’s POVTime had passed differently in prison, where I had been locked up for months. It had dragged on, making it feel like years. I had been confined all day with nothing to do, only getting out for yard time—one measly hour every other day—and visits. That annoying Kelly had come to visit once a month, and I had had to put up with her now because doing time without visits had been unbearable.During her first visit, she was furious, demanding explanations after finding out about my affair with Celeste. It took a lot to calm her down, but eventually she bought my story that I was weak and seduced, promising it wouldn't happen again. I was used to this routine—ever since we got married, whenever she discovered one of my slip-ups, it was the same drama, but I always convinced her it was just a minor mistake.Our son was born the week I got arrested, and she brought the kid to meet me. I told her not to bring him again—this is no place for children—and insisted she come for conjuga
Bonfim called to inform me that he had scheduled my meeting with Claude for the following afternoon. He explained that he would do it at the police station to take Claude's statement at the same time, plus it would be a safer environment for me.The next day, at the appointed time, I was there, accompanied by my husband and some security guards. Bonfim took us to his office and asked us to wait there. Shortly after, he returned with two other officers bringing Claude in.Claude had an unshaven beard and a shaved head. He was wearing a prison uniform and looked small among those officers, but even in the worst possible situation, he still had that cynical smirk on his face."Handcuff him there," Bonfim ordered, and the officers sat Claude in a chair in the corner, passing the handcuffs through a tube on the wall that looked like a handrail."So, Mr. Claude, you wanted to speak with Mrs. Miller, she's here," Bonfim said."Mrs. Miller, how important you've become, huh, Catherine." Claude
We stayed at the police station for about four hours. Claude talked to his mother, who was crying heavily and begged her son to confess all his crimes and cooperate with the police. She apologized to me for what her son did and deeply regretted that Claude hadn't followed the right path as she had always tried to show him. In the end, my husband was even moved by that woman and said he was glad to be able to offer her better healthcare.Claude had a lot to tell. He started by saying that he met Johnson through a friend from Bellwood who moved to Paradise Port right after turning eighteen. He didn't know how his friend knew Johnson and never cared to ask. He provided information about this friend, whose name is Kai Capiberibe, and where he could be found.Claude said he met Johnson three months before the helicopter accident that killed Alexander's parents, and Johnson paid him good money to sabotage the helicopter, even paying for his helicopter maintenance course so he could learn how
When we got home, I was exhausted and missing my children terribly. Peter chatted for a while, telling me how he helped take care of his little siblings and that they were sleeping with full bellies.I went to bed with a slight headache and had a very restless sleep, not because of taking care of the babies, they were actually very calm, and Alexander was a wonderful father who would wake up at night and help me change and feed them. But I had disconnected nightmares and couldn't shake off this feeling of fear.I woke up very early with a terrible headache, perhaps from the hectic previous day, but my head was really pounding. I checked on my children's room and they were sleeping, just like Peter. So I went to the kitchen to have some coffee before taking pain medication.I was in the kitchen with Lygia when we heard something crash in the living room and went to check. When I got there, I was paralyzed with fear. Johnson was standing in the middle of the room pointing a gun at one of
Henry’s POV"Good morning, family!" I entered the kitchen in high spirits on Monday morning and was greeted with a collective, laughter-filled good morning in response."Kids, brush your teeth quickly and get going, so you're not late for school," Samantha hurried Clara and Enzo along."I'll wait outside, children," Alfonso put his cup in the sink and left with a smile, accompanied by Maria."Good morning, Nightingale!" I hugged Samantha and gave her a lingering kiss."Good morning, my handsome!" She responded with her arms wrapped around my neck and then whispered in my ear:"We have the house to ourselves this morning.""I'll get these kids out of here quickly," I got excited, but she pulled me to the table, saying she was waiting for me to have breakfast.The kids rushed out, shouting unintelligible goodbyes. I found all this too good, but I was eager to spend some time alone with my goddess.Samantha and I were sitting in the living room, making plans for the week with the kids whe
Samantha’s POVI had three dogs running around the house, a little girl chasing them, a chatty teenager, a handsy boyfriend, and a Sunday lunch to prepare. Managing all of that was quite complicated.We invited our friends over for a Sunday barbecue and pool day, and I told Enzo to invite Luna and her sister. I also took the chance to invite Vince, who was off work. It would be a fun day.Patrick and Virginia arrived soon after, followed by Catherine and Alexander with Peter and the fantastic quartet. The chaos started growing as Peter became enchanted with the dogs and was already rolling in the grass with them and Clara."Sam, three dogs?" Catherine looked at me, impressed."Friend, some have babies, others have dogs." We laughed together. "But only Cinnamon is mine, the others belong to Enzo and Clara.""Does Hebe know about this?" Melissa asked, coming up behind us."She knows about having one small dog, but Clara and Enzo get everything they want from Henry." I explained."I can't
Henry’s POVWe arrived at the shelter, and there were many animals. Clara was emotional and even a bit sad, which moved me. She walked between the kennels, playing with the puppies that came close to the bars.In the last kennel, she saw a large dog lying at the back. He had round, sad eyes, droopy ears, short black fur with a white patch running between his eyes down to his snout, and one white paw. He was alone in that kennel.Clara crouched down and asked the caretaker to open the little gate. When it was opened, Clara crawled to the back and petted the dog, who looked at her with his head tilted. She whispered something in his ear, and he sniffed her and stood up. She came out, and he followed her."That's the one, uncle!" She hugged the dog around his neck - he was almost her size, reaching above her waist, and he licked her little face, making her laugh. "What's his name, sir?""This is Truffle. He's an adult dog, but still young, about a year and a half old. He came to the shelt
Henry’s POVWe were sitting in the living room planning an outing when my sister made a video call to her kids."Hi, Mom! Where are you now?" Clara answered with bright, innocent eyes, but I no longer believed in such innocence."Hi, sweetie! We're in Madrid, waiting for our connection. Are you both behaving?" Hebe had a relaxed, carefree expression."I always behave, Mom. As for Enzo, well, you know, he's a teenage boy, can't expect much from him." Clara spoke with disdain, making me smile."Stop being ridiculous, Clara. I'm a well-mannered young man, Mom. Always behave like a gentleman." Enzo protested."Great, keep it up so Mom can travel more often." My eyes widened - she had barely left and was already planning to go again. "Let me talk to your uncle and Sam."Sam and I took the tablet and chatted a bit with Hebe and Ed, but I felt persistent nudging at my ribs - Clara was getting restless, so I decided to end this little quarrel."Sis, I want to ask you something." I thought it b
Samantha’s POVI truly loved Clara and Enzo. When Hebe mentioned to me that she wanted to travel with Edward, I immediately told her to surprise her husband and booked the trip, as Henry and I would take care of the kids. She was more than happy to accept my offer.That's why I pushed the store to deliver the furniture earlier than planned and paid extra for it, but it was worth every penny. I also asked Alexander for a few days off, which he didn't hesitate to give me. We would have lots of fun, I needed this peace and joy, and I wanted to see Henry with his niece and nephew, after all, we were starting a life together.Things only got better when he realized the kids would be staying with us. He didn't know whether to laugh or cry. I decided to break the news gradually so I could enjoy more of his facial expressions, and I was taking photos of every moment, even without him noticing.I almost had to sit down from laughing so hard at him climbing the stairs in panic because the kids w
Henry’s POVFinally, our family began saying goodbyes to leave. Hebe and Ed were the last ones to say goodbye and leave, but Enzo and Clara remained seated on the couch."Come on, kids, your parents are leaving," I said with a smile, thinking they were sleepy."We've already said goodbye, Uncle!" Clara replied, looking at me with that grown-up air she had about her.I looked outside, and Hebe turned around to wave one last time before going through the gate. I looked at Sam, who was waving back. I looked again at my niece and nephew, comfortably settled on my new couch. Then I looked back at Sam, who closed the door with a big smile and blew me a kiss as she walked past me."Now, my darlings, I want a foot massage!" Samantha said as she sat between them.Enzo quickly sat down on the carpet, gently took her feet, removed her shoes, and started massaging one of them. Clara snuggled against her arm, and they began making plans for the weekend."Come on, Uncle, come here. I'll massage one
Henry’s POVThe conversation was flowing cheerfully, and I could see the smiles spread across my mother's and Hebe's faces. They would occasionally glance at me and give a small nod of approval at how things were going. I knew they were happy that I had found Samantha.It couldn't have been better - my mother and Pearl were getting along wonderfully. They chatted like childhood friends and were already discussing how wonderful it would be when Samantha and I had children.Suddenly, the doorbell rang again, and I looked at Samantha with confusion. The whole family was already here - had she invited someone else?"I'll get it, handsome," Sam passed by me, and I gave her a kiss on the cheek."Ah, the whole family gathered. How lovely!" I looked back to see Reynold walking in as if he owned the place."Henry, I couldn't stop him from coming in, and the security guard wasn't at the entrance," Samantha came in behind him, furious."Don't worry, Sam, I'll throw this creature out myself!" I re
Henry’s POVFriday would finally be the dinner where we'd introduce our mothers. Samantha had organized everything, not even letting me handle the invitations. She was happy and excited about it. She went home early, and when I arrived, she was already looking beautiful, all dressed up and directing the table arrangements."My handsome, you're here!" She happily came to greet me with a kiss."Hmm, I think I should start coming home after you just to get welcomed like this." I hugged her and gave her another kiss that left her breathless."Maybe you should." She said, trying to catch her breath after breaking our kiss. "But now go get ready, our families will be here soon."Very reluctantly, I let go of Samantha and went to take a shower. When I returned to the living room, Samantha was contentedly observing the set table, and I could smell something delicious coming from the kitchen."Wow, everything looks so beautiful!" I said, admiring the perfect job she had done setting the table.
Samantha’s POVI had been restless and anxious since Maria, Henry's housekeeper, called me after lunch today. She called to let me know that the store had delivered the furniture. Maria was a lovely woman who knew how to run a household like no other, and she was so sweet and kind that she was like a mother. We got along very well, and we had agreed that she would call me whenever she needed anything and would let me know as soon as the furniture arrived.I was very excited. I left the company feeling very happy, but when I got into Henry's car, I noticed he was very tense. He gave me a kiss and held me in his arms for a moment."My handsome, what's wrong?" I asked, sensing something was off. He looked tired and stressed."It's been a shitty day, Sam. I just want to spend the night holding you." Henry sighed and let go of me, starting the car."What happened, Henry?" I grew even more worried."Reynold." Henry said simply."What is it now?" I persisted.During the drive home, I listened