Stanley escorted Ava down to the hospital parking lot, the fluorescent lights overhead casting a sterile glow on the deserted corridors. The air was thick with the scent of disinfectant and the distant hum of machinery echoed through the halls, a constant reminder of the hospital's bustling activity. As they walked, the silence between them grew, a heavy blanket that suffocated all conversation, leaving only the soft echo of their footsteps on the polished floor.The parking lot was dimly lit, the only sound the distant rumble of cars driving by on the nearby highway, a steady stream of headlights casting an eerie glow on the rows of parked cars. Ava's car was parked in a corner, the moon casting an eerie glow on its sleek surface, the shadows dancing across the windshield like skeletal fingers.When they reached the car, Stanley turned to Ava, his eyes filled with concern, his brow furrowed in a deep frown. "Are you okay with all this?" he asked, his voice low and gentle, barely a
Ava and Stanley entered her apartment, the darkness enveloping them like a shroud, a heavy blanket that suffocated all light. Ava's hands moved automatically to the light switch, her fingers closing around it like a vice, as if grasping for a lifeline. The light flickered to life, casting a warm glow over the room, illuminating the familiar contours of her furniture, the soft cushions, the warm colors.The silence of the house was oppressive, a heavy blanket that suffocated all sound, leaving only the soft hum of the refrigerator in the kitchen, a steady heartbeat that echoed through the stillness. Ava's eyes scanned the room, her gaze lingering on the familiar contours of her home, the soft cushions, the warm colors, the memories that lingered in every corner.Ava turned to Stanley, her eyes locking onto his, her expression softening, her gaze searching for something, a lifeline, a connection. She sighed, a deep, shuddering breath as if releasing all her tension, all her fears, all
“Where are you? What’s happening?” Stanley panicked but before Ava could reply, the man's hand shot out, cutting off the call with a swift motion, leaving Ava feeling disconnected and isolated. He looked at her face, his smirk growing wider, his eyes glinting with a sinister intent.“Don’t act smart.” He said with a smirk.Fear passed through her body like a tsunami, leaving her breathless and paralyzed. The coldness between her legs was unbearable, a stark reminder of her vulnerability. Ava's mind raced, her thoughts consumed by a single question: "Who sent you?" She tried to speak, but her voice caught- in her throat.The man's smirk grew even wider, his lips curling up in a cruel smile. "Isn't it obvious?" he sneered, his voice dripping with malice. "Amelia. She hasn't forgotten her hate for you. She'll do everything to get rid of you."Ava's eyes flashed with anger, her face burning with indignation. "That witch!" she spat, but her words were cut short by a searing labor pain that
The cry of babies filled the air, a sweet and precious sound that filled Ava's heart with joy and filled the room with warmth. Gloria held one of the twins in her arm, the girl, and looked at Ava with a smile that sent shivers down her spine. "This one looks pretty as you," she said, her voice dripping with malice and a hint of satisfaction. "And the boy looks exactly like Luke."Ava's face lit up with joy as she gazed at the face of her child, her eyes drinking in every feature, every curve, every tiny detail. She started to cry, tears of happiness streaming down her face, mixing with tears of fear and desperation. She reached out her arms, eager to hold her baby, to cradle her in her arms, and never let her go.But Gloria pulled back, a cruel glint in her eye, a smile that seemed to grow wider with Ava's distress. "Too bad you won't get to see your children again," Gloria said, her voice cold and heartless, devoid of any compassion. "This is the last time you'll ever lay eyes on t
Flashback…Hours ago, Stanley rushed into Luke's hospital room, his face etched with worry and urgency, his eyes wide with fear. Mia, who was sitting beside Luke's bed, reading a book, turned her attention to Stanley, concern etched on her face. "What's wrong, Stanley?" she asked, her voice laced with worry, setting the book aside.Stanley caught his breath, his chest heaving with exertion, his words tumbling out in a rush. "Ava's been kidnapped," he blurted out, his voice cracking with emotion, his eyes scanning the room as if searching for answers.Mia sprang to her feet, her eyes wide with shock, her face pale. "What? Oh my god, what happened?" she exclaimed, her voice trembling with worry, her hands flying to her mouth.Luke, who had been watching the exchange, frowned, his brow furrowed in confusion. "Who's Ava?" he asked, his voice laced with confusion, his eyes darting between Stanley and Mia.The room fell silent, the only sound the soft beeping of the machines monitoring Luke
Officer Thompson burst into the hospital room with his men, his eyes scanning the room and the people in it until they landed on Luke, standing tall and determined. Thompson's jaw dropped in shock, his eyes wide with disbelief. "Luke, what...how are you...? You were in a coma just months ago, and now you're standing like nothing's wrong?"The doctor stepped forward, a mix of amazement and caution on his face. "This is a miracle, Luke. Your recovery is unprecedented. But I have to advise you, it's not safe for you to leave the hospital. You need to heal, your body needs time to recover from the trauma it's been through."Luke's expression was unyielding, his eyes flashing with determination. "I don't care about my body. My wife's life is of utmost importance. I need to find her, now. Every minute counts."The doctor hesitated, trying to reason with Luke. "But Luke, you can't just leave. You're not even supposed to be standing, let alone walking out of here. You need to stay and let us
PresentStanley carefully handed the twins to Luke, who cradled them in his arms, beaming with joy. Ava's eyes lit up, her face radiant with happiness, as she watched her husband play with their children. The room was filled with the sweet sound of laughter and giggles as Luke made silly faces, stuck out his tongue, and crossed his eyes, sending the twins into fits of giggles.Ava laughed, tears of joy streaming down her face, as she snuggled closer to Luke. The twins' tiny hands wrapped around Luke's fingers, holding tight as he swung them gently back and forth. The warmth and love in the room were palpable, a sense of normalcy and peace washing over them after the traumatic events.Just then, Officer Thompson approached them, a warm smile on his face. "Ava, I'm so happy you're okay," he said, his voice filled with relief. "We were worried sick about you."“I am. Thanks to your team’s help, I’m safe.”Ava's face flushed with embarrassment. "Officer Thompson, I'm so sorry. I shouldn't
Ava left the room, her heart still heavy from the conversation with Amelia. She needed to clear her head and reconnect with Luke and their babies. As she entered the room, she saw Luke sitting on the couch, their baby nestled in his arms. Her heart swelled with love, and she couldn't help but smile."Hey, where were you?" Luke asked, looking up at her with concern.“The kids have been crying and need some breast milk I think.”“Sorry…”Ava waved her hand dismissively. "Just went to freshen up myself. How's the baby doing?"“It’s okay, maybe we’d do this at the hospital, first,” Luke's expression turned serious. "We need to leave. Not to a hospital, okay? Somewhere safe."Ava nodded, her mind racing. "Okay, let's go."As they prepared to leave, Ava suddenly stopped, her legs buckling beneath her. “What’s wrong? Why are you stopping?” Ava didn’t respond but just held to her head like she was feeling lots of pain there and before she knew it, she fell, Luke's eyes widened in alarm as she