Sarah sat in her bedroom, surrounded by soft cushions and warm lighting, with Griffin's notes scattered across her lap. As she flipped through the pages, her eyes landed on a section filled with poetry. The words danced across the paper, written in Griffin's familiar scribble.At first, Sarah thought they were just random musings, but as she delved deeper, she realized the poems were about a person's beauty. The descriptions were vivid and captivating, speaking of sparkling eyes, radiant skin, and luscious hair.Sarah's curiosity piqued. Who was this mysterious person Griffin had written about with such passion and adoration? She wondered if it was someone he had met, someone he had fallen in love with.As she read on, Sarah felt a pang of jealousy. Who was this girl that Griffin had seen fit to immortalize in his poetry? Was she someone from his past, or perhaps someone he had met in secret?The poems spoke of a beauty that was both inner and outer, a beauty that shone like a bea
James sneered. "He questioned me in front of my employees. He has no idea what he's talking about, but he thinks he knows better."Olivia's voice was calm. "Maybe he was just trying to understand, James."James laughed. "Understand? He's not even trying to understand. He's too busy being influenced by that girl, Sarah."Olivia's eyes narrowed. "What does Sarah have to do with anything?"James's expression turned sinister. "Everything. He's already rebelling against his own family because of her. Think what will happen when she becomes a part of his life."Maria discreetly slipped away, sensing the tension was escalating.Olivia's face paled. "James, that's not fair. Nicholas is just trying to find his own way."James's anger boiled over. "His own way? His own way is going to destroy everything we've built. I won't let that happen."The sound of silverware clinking against fine china came from the dining room, a stark contrast to the anger filling the air."Dinner is served, s
They stood there, wrapped in each other's arms, the tension slowly dissipated, replaced by a sense of calm. Nicholas's sobs subsided, and he pulled himself back, his eyes locking onto Sarah's.Sarah stared into his eyes, and her heart bled at what she saw. The pain and anguish were palpable, and the depth of his sorrow was a sight to behold. She had never seen Nicholas like this before—so broken and vulnerable.His eyes, once bright and full of life, now seemed dull and lifeless, like a flame that had been extinguished. The spark that once drove him, that once made him so confident and self-assured, was now gone, replaced by a deep sadness.Sarah's gaze wandered over his face, taking in the redness of his eyes, the puffiness of his skin, and the droop of his eyelids. He looked like he had been crying for hours, like the weight of the world was crushing him.She felt a pang of compassion, a surge of love and concern. She wanted to reach out, to touch him, to comfort him. She wanted to
The kiss was intense, passionate, and all-consuming. The rain poured down around them, but they didn't notice. All they knew was each other, their lips moving in perfect sync.Nicholas wrapped his arms around her, pulling her close, and deepened the kiss. Sarah felt like she was melting into him, her heart overflowing with emotion.As they broke apart for air, Nicholas smiled, his eyes shining with happiness. "I've been waiting for that," he whispered, his voice husky with emotion.Sarah smiled back, her heart still racing. "Me too," she whispered, her voice barely audible over the sound of the rain. "I believe you, Nicholas. I believe you've changed, and I want to give us another chance."Nicholas's smile grew wider as he heard Sarah's words, and he kissed her back with even more passion. His lips moved against hers, gentle at first but growing more insistent as the moment went on. Sarah felt like she was drowning in the kiss, but she didn't want to come up for air. She wrapped her a
Sarah walked out of her house and onto the sidewalk, enjoying the warm sunshine on her face. She was lost in thought, replaying her conversation with Nicholas from the day before, when she heard a car pull up beside her."Hey, Sarah! Where are you headed?" A friendly voice called out.Sarah turned to see Arthur, her neighbor and friend, leaning out of the driver's side window of his car."Hey, Arthur! I'm headed to college," Sarah replied, walking over to the car."Ah, okay! Well, I'm headed in that direction too. Want a ride?" Arthur offered, smiling.Sarah hesitated for a moment before nodding. "Sure, thanks! I'd love a ride."As she got into the car, Arthur asked, "So, how's it going? How's Nicholas?"Sarah blushed, feeling a flutter in her chest. "It's going great, actually. We're back together."Arthur grinned. "That's awesome! I'm really happy for you guys."As they approached the college campus, Arthur turned to Sarah with a serious expression. "Sarah, can I give you s
In the Economics class, Nicholas sat behind Sarah, his eyes fixed on her, as he listened to Professor Patel drone on about losses and profits. He couldn't resist the urge to touch her, his fingers tracing slow, sensual circles on the back of her neck.Sarah felt the touch and shivered, Goosebumps rising on her skin. She closed her eyes, savoring the sensation, and Nicholas's fingers danced across her skin, sending shivers down her spine.Professor Patel's voice cut through the haze, her eyes narrowing as she spotted the exchange. "Nicholas, Sarah, what do you think you're doing? This isn't a playground!"Sarah's eyes snapped open, her face flushing with embarrassment. Nicholas's fingers stilled, but he didn't remove his hand.Professor Patel glared at them. "Answer me, what is the difference between a loss and a profit?"Nicholas grinned, his eyes never leaving Sarah's face. "Well, Professor, I think love is like a profit. It's an investment in someone's heart, and the returns ar
Sarah's eyes fluttered closed, her body trembling with desire. She couldn't deny it, not when Nicholas was so close, his warm breath sending shivers down her spine.Just as Nicholas was about to kiss her again, a noise echoed through the library, breaking the spell. They sprang apart, Sarah's eyes flying open as she glanced around nervously.The librarian was approaching, a stern look on her face. "Shh! This is a library, not a playground," she whispered sternly.Nicholas grinned, holding up his hands in mock surrender. "Sorry, ma'am. We got carried away."The librarian raised an eyebrow, her gaze lingering on Sarah's flushed face, before turning back to Nicholas. "See that it doesn't happen again."Sarah said angrily, "Look, Nicholas, because of you, I have to face embarrassment again. Looks like you will be happy only after getting me rusticated from the college."Sarah's words were laced with venom as she spun around and stormed out of the library, leaving Nicholas chuckling to him
James Hill sat behind his massive mahogany desk, his eyes fixed on the dean of Nicholas's college, Dean Richardson, who was seated across from him."Thank you for coming to see me, Dean Richardson," James said, his voice firm but polite."Of course, Mr. Hill," Dean Richardson replied. "I wanted to personally inform you about your son's recent... announcement."James's eyes narrowed. "What announcement?"Dean Richardson hesitated before speaking. "Well, Nicholas took the college's microphone system and announced his date with a student, Sarah, in front of the entire college. He said something about taking her out on Friday and—"James's face turned red with rage. "What else did he say?" he demanded.Dean Richardson shifted uncomfortably in his seat. "He said he was finally taking her out, and...and that he was excited to be with her."James's jaw clenched in anger. "That boy is going to be my death," he thought.As a trustee of the college, James expected the dean to keep him informed
The weekend passed in a blur of quality time with Nicholas and romantic moments with Sarah.On Monday morning, Nicholas reminded Sarah of an upcoming family business party."Next Saturday, we need to attend the Smith's annual gala," Nicholas said, sipping his coffee.Sarah nodded, checking her calendar. "I remember. It's a big event for your family's business."Nicholas smiled. "We'll make it a family affair. Mom, Jace, and us."Sarah's eyes sparkled. "I'll make sure to get a new dress."Nicholas chuckled. "You'll stun them all."***************************The day of the party arrived. Nicholas and Jace waited in the living room, dressed to impress.Jace, in a miniature tuxedo, giggled as Nicholas tied his own bow tie."Daddy's going to be the most handsome man there," Nicholas whispered, making Jace chuckle.Sarah emerged from their bedroom, breathtaking in a red evening gown.Nicholas's jaw dropped. "Wow."Jace cooed, reaching out for Sarah.Sarah smiled, taking Jace from Nicholas.
Every Saturday and Sunday, Olivia, Nicholas's mother, visited Jace.She'd spend hours cuddling, playing, and reading to her beloved grandson.Olivia's eyes sparkled as she entered the nursery, filled with toys and colorful mobiles."Hello, my little prince!" she exclaimed, scooping up Jace in her arms.Jace giggled, and Olivia's heart melted.Nicholas and Sarah watched, smiling, as Olivia showered Jace with love."Mom, you're spoiling him rotten," Nicholas teased.Olivia chuckled. "That's what grandmas are for!"Sarah laughed. "We don't mind. Jace loves his grandma time."As Olivia played with Jace, Nicholas couldn't help but notice the resemblance between his mother and son.The same bright smile.The same sparkling eyes."Mom, do you remember Dad's stories?" Nicholas asked, his voice filled with nostalgia.Olivia's expression softened. "Of course, sweetie. Your father was an amazing storyteller."Nicholas smiled. "I want to pass those stories down to Jace."Olivia's eyes welled up w
Nicholas and Sarah sat in their opulent living room, surrounded by plush furnishings and floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the city skyline. Baby books and prenatal guides littered the coffee table, a testament to their excitement. They had just confirmed the pregnancy, and the air was electric.Sarah's hands cradled her barely visible bump, a soft smile on her face. "We're going to be parents."Nicholas's eyes sparkled, his hand covering hers. "We're going to be amazing parents."Their luxurious lifestyle ensured every possible comfort for their growing family.Their private estate, nestled in the heart of the city, would soon welcome its newest member.But as the reality of parenthood set in, anxiety crept in.Sarah worried about balancing her thriving art career and motherhood. "What if I'm not good enough?"Nicholas reassured her, "You'll be an incredible mom. We'll figure it out together. We'll hire the best nannies and staff to support us."Nicholas, meanwhile, fretted about
Sarah's face fell as she told Nicholas about the betrayal. "The head of my project, Alex, sold all the details to our rival company, Bluebird. And on the same night of your accident, Bluebird's owner, Marcus, burned down Alex's house and killed him and his family."Nicholas's eyes widened in shock. "What? Why didn't anyone do anything?"Sarah shook her head. "Andrew investigated, but there wasn't enough evidence to prove anything. Hill Cop suffered huge losses and is now bankrupt."Nicholas sighed, feeling a sense of responsibility. "I wasn't there to prevent it. This is why Hill Cop fell."Sarah looked crestfallen, but Nicholas took her hand. "Hey, business is like this. We'll start something new. How about a new cafe chain?"Sarah's eyes lit up. "That's a great idea! We can make it happen."Nicholas smiled. "We will. We'll make it bigger and better than Hill Cop. And we'll do it together."Sarah nodded, a determined look on her face. "Let's do it. Let's show them that we won't give
Dr. Smith's eyes locked onto Sarah's, his expression empathetic. "Sarah, what Nicholas experienced is called confabulation. It's a phenomenon where the brain creates false memories or stories, often due to traumatic brain injury or other forms of brain damage."Sarah's brow furrowed, her eyes filled with concern. "So, you're saying Nicholas's memories weren't real?"Dr. Smith nodded. "Exactly. When Nicholas suffered the accident, his brain's ability to process and store memories was affected. As a result, his brain started to fill in gaps in his memory with fictional information, creating false narratives that he believed to be true."Sarah's gaze drifted to Nicholas, her heart aching. "But why? Why would his brain do that?"Dr. Smith's expression softened. "Confabulation is a coping mechanism. The brain tries to make sense of missing information by creating new stories. In Nicholas's case, his brain wove a tale of time travel, a son, and a future that never existed. It was his brain'
Sarah's thoughts drifted back to the past, to the accident that had changed everything. She had forgotten her resentment towards Nicholas's family; her anger and hurt were replaced by a deep concern for him. She missed him, his laughter, his teasing, and his flirtatious smile. She missed the way he made her feel, like she was the only person in the world.As she sat there, lost in thought, Sarah realized that she had been unfair to James and Olivia. They, too, had suffered, waiting for their son to wake up. They, too, had been hurt by her harsh words, but they never retaliated. They had borne it all, for Nicholas's sake.Sarah's gaze fell on her father's grave, and she felt a sense of peace wash over her. Time heals all wounds, she thought. And who am I to hold onto grudges when the person I love is fighting for his life?With a newfound sense of resolve, Sarah decided to let go of the past. She would forgive James and Olivia and start anew. For Nicholas's sake, for their sake, she wo
Nicholas's eyes fluttered open to the sound of beeping machines. He groggily sat up on the hospital bed, his mind foggy and disoriented. The nurse standing beside him took a step back, her eyes widening in surprise."Mr. Nicholas, you're awake!" she exclaimed, her voice laced with a mix of shock and curiosity.Nicholas rubbed his temples, trying to clear the haze from his mind. He looked around the hospital room, but nothing seemed familiar. He was already confused, and the nurse's reaction only added to his bewilderment."Wha...what happened?" Nicholas stammered, his throat dry and sore.The nurse's expression turned from surprise to concern. "You've been in an accident, Mr. Nicholas. You need to lie back down."But Nicholas was already throwing off the covers, his mind racing with questions. Had he traveled back in time again? Was this some kind of déjà vu?The nurse rushed to his side, trying to gently push him back onto the bed. "Mr. Nicholas, please, you need to rest."But Nichol
Griffin's eyes darted wildly, and he swiftly opened the drawer, pulling out a gun. He pointed it at the group, his hand shaking with desperation. "Stay back! I won't let you take him from me!"Sarah's eyes widened in horror, her voice trembling. "Griffin, please. Don't do this. You're scaring me."Griffin's gaze locked onto Sarah, his eyes pleading. "You don't understand, Sarah. I won't lose him. I won't lose Jace."Sarah took a step forward, her hands outstretched. "Griffin, listen to me. This isn't you. You're not a monster. You're kind, gentle...my friend."Griffin's face twisted, his voice cracking. "You don't know me, Sarah. You never knew me."Leena sneered. "Yes, Griffin, you're a monster. You kidnapped Jace, and now you're threatening us with a gun."Griffin's attention was focused on Sarah; his gun was still trained on the group. He didn't notice Nicholas slowly creeping up behind him, his eyes fixed on the gun.Sarah's words were a distraction, a diversion. And Griffin, blin
Griffin sat on the couch, playing with Jace's toy cars, completely absorbed in the little boy's world. He had never felt this way before, so carefree and happy. Jace's laughter and smiles had captured him, and for the first time in his life, he felt like he was exactly where he was meant to be.Griffin's mind wandered back to his plans for revenge against Nicholas. But for the first time, he felt a twinge of doubt. Was it really worth it? Was his desire for revenge more important than the happiness he felt in this moment?Jace looked up at him, his eyes sparkling with excitement. "Griffin, look! I built a castle!"Griffin smiled, feeling his heart melt. "That's amazing, Jace. You're so talented."Griffin realized he had forgotten all about his plans for revenge. He had forgotten about Nicholas, forgotten about the past, forgotten about everything except for this little boy and the joy he brought him.But little did Griffin know, his world was about to be turned upside down. Nicholas a