HelenThe house was in frenzy, everywhere was bustling, and those I have never seen smiling were smiling. For the first time I feel accepted, I love Lucas's mood today, he wasn’t moody and all to himself or sturdy today. Perhaps I was the cause. I wasn’t left out, Lucas's voice has become all that I want to hear, his gist tickles me and made me laugh out loud. I could see the joy in his eyes as I beamed in laughter. The dining table was full, and I watched him keep requesting for more food, it was like Christmas, if that’s the perfect word that best suits it.“What’s your plan after now,” he asked after he’d settled the spoon and knife on the table. I wasn’t very shy of him again, and I think I love the way it felt, and I am not sure that I will want to return to the previous way. Moreover, my plan for the day was the reason behind my smile.I will be taking my mum home, she’ll be discharged from hospital. I looked up and saw him staring with an expression on his face that I couldn’t
LucasToday was indeed a great day, I love every part of it. She gave me the feelings I have never expected, perhaps because she had shown signs of happiness first. That was what I always wanted, to make her feel like the queen she’s. I had waited in the sitting room for her. I started wondering what could make her stay for that long. I didn’t want to think about the bad things that could happen to her there. I wouldn’t forgive myself if anything happened to her. I rose from my seat and headed to the kitchen. I couldn’t believe my eyes, she was making a meal for me. I stood there and listened to their conversation without their notice. I saw her reaction when Caroline told her I made the toasted bread she enjoyed that morning. Her face was like, “If I’d known, I wouldn’t have eaten, but I have eaten anyway.” I watch as she wiggles on that loose cloth. I imagine myself hugging her tight, pressing myself hard on her, kissing her, fondling her, still, she begged me to continue. I wanted
HelenThe morning came, cool and soothing, everything returned to life and the excitement continued. All through the weekend, two things were on my mind. And each time I recall those things, it gives me nothing but joy and laughter. Lucas’ has been so good, I couldn’t thank him less, I wished we can recreate Saturday’s event. Well, let's leave it to another convenient time. Again, the fact that my mum has bounced back to full health was the other exciting thing. I want her to live and enjoy all the things I will build for us and her grandchildren.I stretched out of the bed like a wild cat, I saw him again, throwing his suit over. I wondered why I always woke up when he is throwing up his suit. I pushed aside the thought, it was only a coincidence or that we both had the same time for a different routine. I leaned to the side of the bed and took my phone, the screen lit up when I lifted it up immediately, and I saw an email message from my agency. I have been selected, I won the audit
She was already in her seat when I came, she smiled immediately she spotted me and stood up from her seat. She wore a purple color short gown, and the lipstick matched the color of her gown. The dangling necklace around her necklace promotes her elegance more. “Take a seat Helen, I am so happy to meet with you today,” she said pointing at an empty seat in front of her desk. “Thank you, ma’am,” I said before I sank into the seat. She continued looking at me and smiling like someone who was proud of what she chooses. She sat gracefully on her seat and curl up her legs. She brought out a document from her drawer and placed it on the table. I glanced at it, but it was too far for me to denote what was written inside. “You see, Helen, I like you. I have heard good and bad things about you, but I decided to take the good ones because your bad side does not affect me in any way.” she chuckled and continued. “Your hard work has finally paid off, and I am pleased to announce to you the be
The house didn’t change a lot, except that it was missing a few loads. Mum had changed the drabs, painted the ceiling, and got a new cooking gas. I met her making dinner, and although the doctor had said she was fine, I was still seeing some traces of pain in her face. Perhaps because the wound had not fully healed. I dropped my bag on the table and went inside the kitchen to help her. It was a moment I have missed, during those times, laughter always filled the house. Even old granny will come out to check if it is just laughter or that someone has been hurt. She will as ways complain to her sons whenever they visited that her tenants want to bring down her house with laughter. “Mum!” I called out as I stepped forward, although there was a glint of happiness in her eyes, she still looked surprised. Perhaps because I did not inform her that I’ll be coming. “How are you, Helen.” I hugged her from behind and started crying, she turned towards me at once and gave me a tight hug. “What’
Lucas I was behind the door all this while listening, the words of advice that came out from her mum were pleasing to my ears. I was extremely busy today, attending meetings, supervising work, replying to important emails, etc. I was restless until when the thing was done and the office calm a bit. Mr. Philip and I were working on a project that will be sent to one of our companies in France the following morning when I remember that I haven’t called her since morning. I picked up my phone and dialed her number, but she was not taking calls. I dialed the number twice, yet she didn’t take her calls. I ordered Mr. Philip to track her and from the tracker she was still in the agency. I wondered what have kept away from her phone for that long. To be sure she was safe, I had to push aside all I was doing at that time and head to the agency. It was almost dark and people were going in and out of the agency. After waiting for some time, I asked Mr. Philip to check the tracker to see if sh
Helen I wasn’t sure that my mum’s suggestion was a good one. I know Lucas, he will not allow me to say a word before questioning me. But whatever the case may be, I trust her. She might be right about Lucas. I still fixed my gaze on her, making sure she knew from my face that I was just doing what she said because I didn’t want to disobey him. And I didn’t want her to think of me as a head-hardened person. Just when I wanted to dial his number, a knock landed on the door. “Are you expecting someone?” I asked with my eyes wide open. She shook her head and at once I knew that it was him. The sound repeated and my mum stood up and headed for the door before I could say a word, she was already halfway. “Hey, you guys decided to come unexpectedly, why so.” I closed my eyes as those words ascertain that he was at the door. I listened to hear him reply. “Hello, how are you doing today” his voice was always calm and soothing, it sent a chill to my veins. “I have been trying to reach my
Lucas When she mentioned Catherine, though I was shocked she called her my fiancée, I knew that she must have said that to still place herself in a higher position. The dots started to connect, I understood everything now. I understood why she had refused to pick up my calls, nor reply to my message, why she sneaked out from the agency, avoiding me. She must have spoken to Catherine today. A strong anger rushed through my system. I imagine what she had told her, with the number of words she said in a minute I bet she doesn’t even remember she had told Helen such a thing. I decided to remain quiet, but it hurts me more when she cried. I must do something to make her feel better, to make sure that she has the same happiness she had in the morning. She didn’t stop asking questions at a point I couldn’t handle it any longer. I clarified to her. “I am not Catherine's fiancée and I will never be, I don’t have any intention of dismissing you before the contract expires. That’s why I mad
HELEN POV"Why are you crying, Mr. Downell," I said between my breaths, trying to sit up."You are surely stronger than you look. I never expected this from a woman." He stretched out his hand and helped me sit up. I chuckled. "There was a fire outbreak, I saw it spread before my eyes while I was on the phone with you. It was so violent that I thought I would die. But a man came in and saved me. I need to thank him.""The man is right here, I saved you. The little witch wanted to kill you." Perplexed by his words."Did you come with a chopper?" I watch him gently."And who is the little witch that intends to kill me? I believe I was careless with the gas cooker. I must have forgotten to turn it off after heating the water." "After the incident, there was an investigation. Every room was searched and a gallon of fuel was found in Catherine's room. The police even saw your room card in her purse. She set the room ablaze to kill you." My mouth widened, and a rush of chill ran down my s
Helen POV" You should have called before you came," Lucas said as he poured glasses of wine."Can't I surprise my husband again?" He smirked and handed over one of the glasses to me."You keep making me dismiss meetings. The point is I can't focus while you're waiting." A wry smile escaped my mouth. He sounded sweet and sexy. "It's not my fault then, you are probably drunk on love." I teased curling up my legs. He ran his hand over his face before revealing a beautiful smile. Watching him smile like that was rare, but trust me it was remarkable. I don't know Lucas as someone who could indulge in conversations that require teasing. But here he is smiling at it wholeheartedly."Well, I couldn't go home since mum is always busy with cooking. So I decided to stop by and share with you the good news I heard in the office today." Lucas's eyes lit and he rested on his chair."Alright then, I'm all ears." "It's about the Oscars, Catherine told me I should be expecting not less than 8 award
Helen POVI opened my eyes to a familiar sight and a chuckle escaped my mouth. I thought everything and everywhere would all be painted white, my garments white and my shoulders would grow wings. I closed my eyes, sucked in a deep breath as I sprayed my legs over the soft hospital bed. I had longed for heaven but it seems it's way far from me."Good morning." A soothing voice whispered behind me. A rush of adrenaline flushes through my system. I knew the voice. It was also familiar. I didn't know if I was thrilled to hear his voice again but I was certain that something inside me wanted to go back to sleep."Aren't you going to at least answer?" The then whispered voice sounded cold again. "Good morning, Lucas," I answered with my eyes still closed. Then the memories came in like wildfire. I remembered a vague gunshot, the bubbles, and the shortness of breath, all of them filled my head that instant. I sat up and flicked my eyes to clear the thoughts as my heart continued to pound vi
The anger of seeing Helen in pain engulfed me, the wicked adrenaline rushed through my veins and I felt like consuming Buzz whole like a wildfire. But each time Helen cries out my heart aches. I felt weakened and broken. I have just realized yet again how much she's into me. Helen has eaten up the greater part of me and the only thing I found worthy of doing was to make her smile again. Make her free from pain, give her rest, and reunite her with her mother.It wasn't impossible, I had been trained in a paramilitary program, and I graduated from different martial arts schools. The strategy was simple, it was even fun to use it with Buzz. He's nothing but a piece that needs to be shown its place. So fixing him was not a problem.I only needed to exhibit a bit of professionalism to think out the right way to deal with him. If I pay attention to my anger like the first time, I might get shot again. I wasn't surprised when I heard Helen shout. To her, it was a shock so she needed to rea
Helen POVStanding head to head, eyeballs to eyeballs I could feel Lucas's anger. His eyes have narrowed. That wasn't a good sign. If his anger gets over him, we all will be dead. His men were a distance away. There's no way they will reach us before Buzz men who were already on standby with their guns pointed at them pull the trigger.Tears escaped my eyes. Before me, Buzz had vowed to make sure Lucas felt the same pain he felt. With the way he held his eyes, I noticed he was dead serious. Buzz smirked and stepped backward avoiding Lucas's forehead which had almost scratched his face."You are quite brave for a man. I admire that. But your snare can not move me an inch, it can not stop the mission either." Lucas maintained a calm aura, he looked up at me and I begged him immediately to turn back and go."It's better to die alone than to die with you, Lucas. Run, please, save yourself so you can take care of my mother." Lucas's eyes became wet as he fixed his gaze on me, ignoring the
the chain rolled to the waters. "Buzz! Lucas called out with a megaphone. The muscles in his neck stood with his hair. Buzz lifts his hand and the cage stops rolling. He grinds as he realizes that he has finally been able to control and make the mighty Lucas who has never bent a knee to anyone succumb to his voice. " Please, let them go, Buzz. Take me. Is it not me you want?" That was the first time I heard Lucas beg. I watched him break down on the floor of the floating boat. That wasn't the only thing, his voice shook like someone in deep panic. What a rare sight of Lucas. I felt his inner pain and my heart ached for him. I wanted everything to stop, I wish it was just a dream. But sadly, it was a reality that I couldn't escape from, I had to face it till the very end. At this point I was ready, I knew Buzz would not let me go without hurting me because I caused everything that Lucas did to him. But if he must kill me, he must set my mum free. At least I can joyfully die knowing
Helen's POVMy bones ached, Buzz had pounded me, and his beatings were brief because he feared I might die and his mission to make Lucas succumb would be aborted. "You've had enough, for now, but I must apologize for not giving you the same beatings Lucas gave me." He started a cruel laugh. There was a pause when one of his men approached and whispered in his ears."Quick, cover her up and put her in the cell." He ordered before walking out of the room. Just as Buzz had ordered, one of his men immediately grabbed me by my shoulder and dragged me out of the room. It was then I knew that I was on a sailing cruise ship. The cold breeze gave me goosebumps. When I saw the water, my stomach rumbled, and I threw out chunks of what I didn't remember eating. "Filthy slut, come over here" I felt a heavy blow on my neck and I lost balance and fell to the ground. He wrapped my hair around his palm and pulled me to himself. I howled in pain but he ignored my voice. He signals another guard."Y
The smell of antiseptic filled my nose and I opened my eyes to the sight of strange but familiar surroundings."Damn, I'm in the hospital again." I breathed out. I hated this place called the hospital. But there I was, in an automated bed, amid big machines and equipment without a clue about how I ended up there. I tried to lift my hand but I was too tired to lift it. A beeping sound kept resounding in my ears from the direction of my left hand and I looked down only to find a female hand wrapped around my chest. I gathered all the strength left in me and managed to adjust. "You're awake, you scare me. Please don't do that again." She said sobbing. I widened my eyes as I stared at my mum's pale skin. "What are you doing here?" I managed to speak and I felt a sharp crack on my neck. I groan in pain and bend my neck to one side. She raised her hand frantically. I saw the panic in her eyes and it hurt my heart."Stay still please, don't talk. I'll go get the doctor." She got up immedi
A flash of panic hints on my face as the TV goes blind before me. I needed to do something, I can't just stand here and wait for a miracle. First, it was my mother, now it's my husband. What will happen to me If anything bad happens to them? I would have not just stayed back, had faith that Lucas could handle the deadly gang stars all by himself. Where will I start from? How will I be of help? I slide my hand into my hair as I think of what to do. I was uneasy, walking around the sitting room like a mad woman. No one would see me and not think of me that way. "What would I do if they were captured? I would find the secret place where they hid them and rescue them." I thought to myself. Now, if my thoughts are correct, how will I find the hidden place? My brain was not helping at all, the thoughts that came were negative all through."But the broadcaster said there was a shooting in Enfield, what would happen next if Lucas was shot?" I started analyzing again. "Certainly, Lucas would