They hugged, Nicholas felt a sense of determination wash over him. He would get through this, for himself and for his mother. He would find a way to heal, to move forward, no matter how hard it seemed.Nicholas's mind seethed with anger and hatred as he thought about Griffin. He knew that Griffin was behind everything—the stolen project, the attack, his father's death in the car accident that Griffin's man had caused, and now Sarah's disappearance. Griffin was his rival, but Nicholas had never thought he was capable of such evil.The memory of his father's death flooded his mind, the pain and grief still raw. He remembered the police telling him that the other driver had been drunk, but Nicholas knew the truth. Griffin's man had been behind the wheel, and it had been no accident.Nicholas's hands clenched into fists as he imagined Griffin's smug face, his condescending smile. He wanted to wipe that smile off his face to make him beg for mercy.He thought about all the times Griffin ha
Nicholas's eyes widened as he took a step back, his mind racing to comprehend the accusations. His mother's face turned pale, her eyes darting back and forth between Sarah and Nicholas."Your...your mother leaked the photos to the media?" Sarah's voice trembled with rage. "She blackmailed my mother and forced me to marry you? This was your plan all along, wasn't it?"Nicholas's mother took a step forward, her hands raised in defense. "Sarah, no, it wasn't like that..."But Sarah wasn't having it. She turned her attention to Nicholas, her eyes blazing with fury. "And you knew everything, didn't you? You knew your mother's plan, and you went along with it. You used me, Nicholas. You ruined me once again."With a swift motion, Sarah slapped Nicholas across the face, the sound echoing through the room. Nicholas felt a stinging sensation, but it was nothing compared to the pain he saw in Sarah's eyes.He knew this day would come. He had hidden his mother's secret, hoping to protect himself
Nicholas felt a stinging sensation as she threw her ring at him, the gold band glinting in the light before it hit him squarely in the face."Our 6 month contract is over," she continued, her voice cold and detached. "I cannot live with you in this marriage any longer."Nicholas stood there, frozen in shock as Sarah turned and walked away. He felt like he was watching his world crumble around him, like everything he thought he knew was being torn apart.His mother rushed to his side, her face etched with concern. "Stop it, Nicholas, do something," she urged, tugging on his arm.But Nicholas knew it was too late. He knew that he had lost Sarah, that she was gone for good. This was what was written in his fate; this was the consequence of his actions.He felt a sense of resignation wash over him—a sense of defeat. He knew that he couldn't change the past, couldn't undo the hurt he had caused.Sarah packed her bags in their room, Nicholas stood there silently, his heart heavy with sorrow
Nicholas stood before his father's grave, the familiar ache in his chest echoing through his entire being. He had always felt a deep connection to his father, and now, in death, he felt lost and alone.As he gazed down at the headstone, Nicholas's thoughts drifted to Sarah. He couldn't help but wonder what could have been if only he had done things differently. The regret and longing swirled inside him, a maelstrom of emotions he couldn't escape.With a heavy heart, Nicholas whispered his wish to the universe: "I want to go back in time. I want to fix everything. I want to make amends and win Sarah back."He felt a sense of desperation creeping in, his voice cracking as he spoke. "Please, just give me one more chance. I promise to do it right this time. I'll love her with all my heart, with every fiber of my being."Nicholas's eyes welled up with tears as he turned away from his father's grave. He knew he had to visit one more place to speak his heart to another person who had been im
He turned to face his pursuers, his back against the cliff's edge. The figure from the car stepped forward, its features still shrouded in shadow.But as the moonlight caught its face, Nicholas's eyes widened in shock. He knew that face, those piercing blue eyes, that sneering smile."Griffin Moratti," Nicholas spat, his voice venomous.Griffin, his rival and biggest enemy, took a step closer, his eyes glinting with triumph. "Nicholas," he said, his voice dripping with malice. "You've been a hard man to find."Nicholas's heart raced as he realized he was trapped. He could try to climb down the cliff, but it was a perilous route, and he might not make it. The ocean below seemed to stretch out like an abyss, waiting to swallow him whole.Griffin took another step closer, his eyes locked on Nicholas. "You've been a thorn in my side for far too long," he said. "But now it's over. You're going down, Nicholas."Griffin's smile grew wider as he revealed his twisted plan. "You see, Nicholas,
Nicholas's heart swelled with emotion as he descended the staircase, his eyes fixed on the familiar scene unfolding in the dining area. His mother, sipping her coffee and scanning the newspaper, looked up and smiled as he approached. But it was his father, sitting at the head of the table, that made Nicholas's heart skip a beat.He hadn't seen his father alive in years, not since the tragic accident that took his life in the future. But here, in this moment, his father was vibrant, smiling, and radiating warmth.Nicholas's composure crumbled as he rushed towards his father, tears welling up in his eyes. He couldn't contain his emotions, couldn't control the surge of joy and love that overwhelmed him."Dad!" Nicholas exclaimed, his voice cracking as he flung his arms around his father's neck.His parents were taken aback, surprised by the sudden display of affection. His mother's eyes widened in concern, while his father, caught off guard, patted Nicholas's back awkwardly."Hey, hey, S
Nicholas PovI trudged across the quad, my eyes fixed on the pavement as I navigated through the crowds of students rushing to their next class. I was a second-year student at Ravenswood College, and it felt like just yesterday I was a wide-eyed freshman trying to find my way around campus.I walked, I couldn't shake the feeling of unease that had been building up inside me. I had traveled back in time, reliving memories I thought I'd left behind. And now I was stuck in the past, trying to make sense of it all.I thought about Sarah and the proposal that had changed everything. I thought about my father and the expectations that came with being a billionaire's son. I felt like I was living in a dream, like nothing was real.I approached my psychology class, wondering how I was going to get through the next hour. I took a deep breath and pushed open the door, scanning the room for a familiar face. That's when I saw her, Sarah, sitting in the front row, her eyes fixed on the professor.
The class dismissed, Nicholas made his way towards Sarah, but she quickly gathered her belongings and hurried out of the room, avoiding eye contact. He followed her into the hallway, but she swiftly disappeared into the crowd.Undeterred, Nicholas turned to his friends, who were waiting for him by the lockers. "Hey, guys. What's up?"Josh, Adam, John, Andrew, exchanged skeptical glances. "Not much, Nick. What's with the sudden interest in psychology?" James asked, raising an eyebrow.Nicholas shrugged. "Just thought it would be a cool class to take. You know, learn about what makes people tick."Josh snorted, his voice laced with skepticism. "Save it, Nick. We know you're only in it for Sarah. Now, what are you trying to do? You already rejected her. What do you want—a second chance? I think she's not your type, anyway. Better leave her alone."The group erupted into chuckles, but Nicholas's expression turned serious, his eyes narrowing. "Guys, I'm telling you, I'm really interested i
Griffin burst into Leena's room, his face twisted with rage. "How dare you!" he thundered, his eyes blazing with fury. "Are you out of your mind? How could you kidnap Sarah's son?"Leena's smile was a cold, calculated thing. "Oh, Griffin. You're so predictable. You always were so easy to manipulate. But this...this is just the beginning."Griffin's anger turned to outrage. "You're doing this just to hurt Nicholas and Sarah, aren't you? But why drag their child into this? He's just an innocent kid."Leena's eyes flashed with hatred. "Innocent? Ha! He's a pawn in their game of happiness. And now, he's a pawn in mine."Griffin's face turned red with fury. "I want revenge against Nicholas and Sarah too, but not like this. Not by hurting a child. That's not justice; that's just cruelty."Leena's smile grew wider. "Oh, come on, Griffin. Don't be so weak. You know as well as I do that Nicholas and Sarah deserve to suffer. And what better way to make them suffer than to take away the thing th
Sarah sat on the couch, Nicholas beside her, his eyes filled with wonder as she recounted their life together. "...and then you surprised me in Stockholm, and we spent the weekends together," Sarah said, a smile spreading across her face.Nicholas's eyes sparkled with delight. "I remember. But there's something that's been bothering me."Sarah's brow furrowed with concern. "What is it?"Nicholas's expression turned serious. "Do you remember when Jace was in kindergarten? There was a man who came to meet him, a mysterious man with piercing eyes."Nicholas's eyes locked onto hers. "I've been thinking about it, and I think I know who it might be."Sarah's curiosity piqued. "Who?"Nicholas's voice dropped to a whisper. "Griffin."Sarah's eyes widened in shock. "Griffin? But why would he...?"Nicholas's expression was grim. "I don't know, but I have a feeling it's connected to everything that's happened. And I think I know why."Sarah's mind was racing. She thought back to the event, the o
Sarah sat in her cozy apartment, surrounded by the quiet streets of Stockholm. It had been two weeks since she left home, and she was slowly settling into her new life in Sweden. She had started college, made some new friends, and was slowly finding her footing in this new chapter of her life.But despite the distance, Sarah's heart remained connected to Nicholas. They spoke every day, no matter how busy they were. Today was Saturday, and Sarah had a rare day off from college. She was determined to work on her book, a project she had started after arriving in Sweden.As she sat at her desk, her laptop open in front of her, Sarah's fingers flew across the keyboard. She was writing about love, about Nicholas, about the way he made her feel. The words flowed effortlessly onto the screen, her heart pouring out onto the page.Just as she was getting into the zone, Sarah's phone rang. It was Nicholas. She smiled, feeling a warmth spread through her chest."Hey," she said, her voice filled w
Sarah's eyes narrowed, her expression incredulous. "You want me to give up my dream, my scholarship, my chance to study in Sweden, just to stay here with you?" She asked, her voice laced with disbelief.Nicholas's face fell, his eyes pleading. "Sarah, please understand. I want to be with you. I want to build a life together. Why do you need to go to Sweden?"Sarah's anger flared, her hands on her hips. "Why do you want me to give up my dreams? You're the one who told me to follow my heart and to pursue my passion. Now you're asking me to sacrifice everything for you?"Nicholas took a step back; his eyes hurt. "I didn't mean it like that, Sarah. I just... I want to be with you. I want to wake up every morning with you by my side."Sarah's voice rose, her words tumbling out in a rush. "You're not my husband, Nicholas. You're not my boyfriend, even. We're just... we're just… You can't tell me what to do."The words hung in the air, a palpable tension between them. Nicholas's eyes widened
The conference room was filled with the top executives and department heads of Hill's Cop. The atmosphere was tense, with everyone whispering and speculating about the reason for the sudden board meeting.James, Nicholas's father, walked in, followed by Nicholas himself. The room fell silent as all eyes turned to the newcomers."Good morning, everyone," James said, his voice commanding attention. "I'm sure you're all wondering why I've called this meeting. Well, I'm here to introduce the new CEO of Hill's Cop, my son, Nicholas."The room erupted into a mixture of applause and whispers. Nicholas took a seat at the head of the table, his eyes scanning the room."Nicholas has been groomed for this role from a young age," James continued. "He has the skills, the knowledge, and the passion to take Hill's Cop to the next level. I have no doubt he will excel in this position."Rachel, James's assistant, handed out folders containing Nicholas's bio and a summary of his qualifications. The exe
The party came to a close, and Nicholas slipped out of the cafe without a word to anyone. Sarah's parents, Joseph and Elizabeth, exchanged a concerned glance."That's odd," Elizabeth said, her brow furrowed. "Nicholas is always so polite and courteous. He usually thanks us and hugs us goodbye."Joseph nodded in agreement. "Yes, something must be bothering him. He seemed a bit off all evening."Sarah, too, noticed Nicholas's sudden departure and felt a pang of worry. She tried to brush it off, thinking he was just tired, but deep down, she knew it was more than that.As the evening drew to a close, Sarah's parents couldn't shake off the feeling that something was amiss. They had grown to love Nicholas like a son, and his unusual behavior left them feeling concerned and uncertain.The cafe was quiet now, the evening sun having dipped below the horizon. Sarah was helping her mother, Elizabeth, with the final cleaning tasks, the only sound being the soft clinking of dishes and the creakin
The day of their graduation finally arrived, and the atmosphere was electric with excitement and nostalgia. Nicholas and Sarah's parents were beaming with pride as they took their seats in the packed auditorium, surrounded by friends, family, and fellow graduates.As the ceremony began, the dean of the college took the stage, welcoming everyone to the momentous occasion. The graduates, dressed in their caps and gowns, looked radiant, their faces aglow with anticipation.Nicholas and Sarah had worked hard to reach this milestone, and it was a testament to their dedication and perseverance. As they waited for their names to be called, they exchanged nervous glances, their hearts filled with a mix of emotions.Finally, the moment arrived, and Nicholas's name was announced. He walked confidently to the stage, receiving his diploma with a warm smile. His parents cheered, whistled, and applauded, their faces shining with pride.Next it was Sarah's turn. As the dean announced her name, Sarah
The college day drew to a close. Nicholas and Sarah walked out of the campus, exhausted but relieved. But as they approached the car, Nicholas's heart began to sink.Sarah, oblivious to his concerns, reached for the keys. "I'll drive us back home, Nick!"Nicholas's eyes widened in alarm, and he quickly intervened. "Uh, no, no, no! I'll drive!"Sarah raised an eyebrow, amused. "What's wrong, Nick? Don't trust my driving skills?"Nicholas's face turned pale. "Trust?! You're a menace on the road! I'm surprised we made it to college alive this morning!"Sarah laughed, holding out the keys. "Oh, come on! I'm a perfectly good driver!"Nicholas's eyes darted towards the car, and he quickly snatched the keys from her hand. "No way! I'm driving us home. My sanity can't take another ride with you behind the wheel!"Sarah pouted, but Nicholas could see amusement dancing in her eyes. "Fine, Nick. But you're no fun!"Nicholas let out a sigh of relief, getting into the driver's seat. "I'll take tha
Nicholas slowly began to adjust to his new life at home. His parents, James and Olivia, were overjoyed to have him back and were determined to make up for lost time. They spent every spare moment with him, taking him on outings, cooking his favorite meals, and just enjoying each other's company.Sarah, who had been a constant presence in Nicholas's life, was welcomed into the family fold. James and Olivia were grateful for her care and support, and they quickly grew to appreciate her warm and caring nature. Sarah became a regular visitor to the household, often joining them for dinner or game nights.One of the favorite pastimes of the family was playing board games together. Olivia was particularly fond of Scrabble and would often challenge Nicholas and James to a game. Nicholas, being the competitive one, would always try to beat his mother's high score, while James would provide comedic relief with his creative word choices.Sarah was a master of Monopoly. She would often join forc