"It's about your daughter, Sarah," James Hill spat. "She's been seen with my son, Nicholas. And I don't approve of it."Joseph's eyes narrowed. "What's wrong with Sarah, sir?"James Hill sneered. "She's a gold-digger, Joseph. She's trapped my son with her charms, and I won't stand for it."Joseph's face fell, and he felt a wave of disappointment wash over him. "I...I don't know what to say, sir."James Hill's anger boiled over. "You should have controlled your daughter, Joseph. She's a shame to your family. And now, she's going to ruin my son's life."Joseph felt a surge of anger, but he bit it back. He knew that he couldn't afford to lose his job. "I'll talk to her, sir," he said meekly.James Hill turned to leave but then spun back around. "And Joseph? If I see your daughter with my son again, there will be consequences. Do you understand?"Joseph nodded, feeling a sense of fear wash over him. "Yes, sir."As James Hill stormed out of the office, Joseph felt a wave of despair
James' mind raced with ways to keep Sarah at bay. He would investigate her and find out everything he could about her. He would make sure Nicholas knew the truth about her, and he would do whatever it took to keep them apart.But as he sat there, lost in his thoughts, James didn't realize one thing—his son was in love with Sarah. And nothing he did would ever change that.Nicholas pulled up to Sarah's house, his heart racing with excitement. He had been thinking about her all day and couldn't wait to see her. He knocked on the door, and it was answered by her brother, Matt."Hey, Matt! Is Sarah around?" Nicholas asked, trying to sound casual."No, she's not here right now," Matt replied, eyeing Nicholas warily. "She went with Mom to the grocery store."Nicholas' face fell, but he didn't give up. "Oh, okay. Do you know when they'll be back?"Matt shrugged. "Probably soon. They just went to pick up a few things."Nicholas nodded, thinking quickly. "Okay, I'll go to the grocery st
Sarah's heart sank, but she didn't want her mom to know about their complicated history, so she nodded in agreement. "Yeah, just a friend."Her mother's face lit up with a warm smile. "Well, nice to meet you, Nicholas. Would you like to join us for dinner tonight?"Nicholas' smile grew wider. "I'd love to; thank you for inviting me."Sarah's eyes widened in horror, but she couldn't think of a way to get out of it without arousing her mother's suspicion. She nodded reluctantly, trying to hide her dismay."Great, we'll head home then," her mother said, beaming at Nicholas. "I'm sure we can catch up more over dinner."As they walked out of the store together, Sarah felt trapped. She didn't want Nicholas in her home; she didn't want him pretending to be her friend. But for now, she was stuck with him.*****************************Nicholas launched into a charming smile as he helped Elizabeth Lewis, Sarah's mom, with the dishes. "You have a beautiful home, Mrs. Lewis. I can see where Sara
James and Nicholas both stopped shouting, but their faces still showed signs of anger."Nicholas is being disobedient, Olivia," James said, his voice still raised. "He's getting too close to the Lewis family, and I won't stand for it."Olivia looked at Nicholas, concern etched on her face. "Nicholas, what's going on? Why are you arguing with your father?"Nicholas took a deep breath, trying to calm down. "Father threatened Sarah's father, Mother. He told him to stay away from me."Olivia's expression turned stern. "James, is this true?"James nodded. "I did what was necessary to protect our family's interests, Olivia."Olivia sighed. "James, we've talked about this. We can't keep controlling Nicholas' life. He's an adult now."James scowled. "You're always taking his side, Olivia. You never support me."Olivia stood firm. "I'm trying to find a balance, James. Nicholas needs to learn to make his own decisions."The argument continued, with Olivia trying to mediate between her husband a
She watched, a pang of guilt and regret shot through her heart. She knew that her father's suffering was a direct result of her own actions and her involvement with the Hill family.Sarah's eyes welled up with tears. She turned away from the window, her eyes scanning the room as if searching for an escape from her emotions. But there was no escape, only the haunting feeling that she had brought shame and pain to her loved one.Sarah's body felt heavy, weighed down by the burden of her guilt. She knew she had to make things right, to find a way to heal the wounds she had inflicted on her family. But for now, she could only stand there, frozen in her sorrow, her heart aching with regret.Sarah's gaze was still fixed on the floor when she heard a faint knock on the window. She turned to see Arthur, her friend and neighbor, standing at the window of his house, his face etched with concern.Arthur gestured to her, asking silently what was wrong. Sarah's eyes welled up with tears as she hes
Nicholas tossed and turned in bed, his mind racing with thoughts of Sarah's father, Joseph. In his mind's eye, he saw a future where Joseph, defeated and humiliated, took his own life. The thought sent a chill down Nicholas's spine. He couldn't let that happen. He had to act. Nicholas threw off the covers and got out of bed. He paced back and forth in his room, trying to think of a way to prevent the tragedy from occurring. He knew he had to protect Joseph, no matter what it took.As he walked, Nicholas's mind replayed the events of a few hours ago. Nicholas's mind was racing with thoughts of how to protect Joseph and Sarah from his father's wrath. He knew that James Hill would stop at nothing to get what he wanted, and Nicholas couldn't let that happen."I won't let you hurt them, Father," Nicholas whispered to himself, his eyes blazing with determination. "I'll protect them, no matter what it takes."**************************************Elizabeth walked into the garden, the cool n
The group took their seats, and the professor began the lesson. But Nicholas's mind was elsewhere, thinking about the Moratti family and his father's involvement in their downfall.The English class was in full swing, with the professor discussing the nuances of Shakespeare's sonnets. Nicholas sat at his desk, his mind a thousand miles away, lost in thought. He was still reeling from the conversation about the Moratti family and his father's involvement in their downfall.As the professor droned on, the classroom door opened, and Sarah walked in, followed by her friend Julia. Sarah's eyes scanned the room, searching for Nicholas, but he didn't notice her. This was unusual, as Nicholas always made it a point to catch Sarah's eye and exchange a warm smile whenever she entered the room.But today, Nicholas was too caught up in his own thoughts to notice Sarah's arrival. He didn't even flinch when she sat down in the empty chair beside him; her presence is usually a source of comfort a
The classroom fell silent, with all eyes on Sarah. Professor Laurence nodded thoughtfully, a small smile playing on his lips. "Very good, Sarah. You've clearly been paying attention."Nicholas, who had been watching the exchange, felt a pang of admiration for Sarah. She had answered the question with confidence and clarity and had even managed to impress the professor.Nicholas felt a surge of pride as he listened to Sarah's response. He had always known she was intelligent, but hearing her articulate thoughts on Shakespeare's sonnet made him feel proud to know her. And not just because of her intelligence—he had to admit, he had feelings for her. He loved the way she thought, the way she spoke, and the way she carried herself with confidence and grace.As Professor Laurence nodded his approval, Nicholas couldn't help but feel a sense of joy. He was happy to see Sarah shine, and he knew that she deserved it. He felt a pang of regret for not being able to answer the question himself
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
Nicholas stood by the window, his eyes lost in the vast expanse of the sky. He was a man without a past, a stranger to himself. His memories, his identity—everything was a blank slate.Sarah entered the room, a gentle smile on her face. She had brought his favorite food, hoping to lift his spirits. But as she saw him standing there, lost in thought, her heart went out to him."Hey, Nicholas," she said softly, placing a gentle hand on his shoulder. "How are you doing?"Nicholas didn't respond; he didn't even flinch. He was too caught up in his own thoughts, trying to make sense of the void within him.Sarah's hand remained on his shoulder, a comforting presence. "I know it's tough, Nicholas. I know it's hard to adjust to...not remembering anything."Nicholas's eyes slowly focused on her, his gaze searching. "It's like...I'm a ghost," he whispered. "A ghost without a past, without a life."Sarah's eyes welled up with tears. "You're not a ghost, Nicholas. You're a person with a life and
Sarah's eyes widened in disbelief as she stared at Nicholas, her mind reeling with the impossibility of his claim. "How is this possible?" she asked, her voice shaking with incredulity. "A person can't just travel from the past to the future. This is impossible, Nicholas. This only happens in movies, not in real life."Nicholas's expression was solemn, his green eyes filled with a deep sadness. "I know it's hard to believe, Sarah. But I'm telling you the truth. I remember falling from the cliff, getting shot, and then... nothing. I don't remember anything after that. Who saved me, how I got here, how we got married, how Jace was born... it's all a blank slate."Sarah's eyes narrowed, her mind racing with questions. "What do you mean you don't remember anything? How can you not remember your own life?"Nicholas took a deep breath, his eyes clouding over with memories. "I remember this much... I fell from the cliff into the sea. I was shot, and I thought that was it. But then... I opene