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
Griffin's eyes burned with a fierce intensity as he thought about the injustices he had suffered. His father's death, the destruction of their family business, and the loss of Sarah—all at the hands of Nicholas and his father, James Hill.A venomous hatred coursed through Griffin's veins, consuming him with an unrelenting desire for revenge. He was hellbent on making Nicholas and James pay for their sins, no matter the cost."Nicholas thinks he's so perfect with his rich family and his precious Sarah," Griffin sneered to himself. "But I'll show him what it means to cross me. I'll destroy everything he holds dear, just like he destroyed mine."Griffin's mind raced with schemes and plans, each one more ruthless than the last. He would stop at nothing to exact his revenge, to make Nicholas suffer as he had suffered."Sarah thinks she's so much better than me now that she's with Nicholas," Griffin's thoughts continued. "But I'll show her. I'll show her that I'm the one who truly loves her
Nicholas pulled up to Sarah's house in his sleek, black car. He stepped out, adjusting his jacket, and walked up the path to her front door. Sarah answered, looking absolutely stunning in a simple yet elegant dress that accentuated her natural beauty. Her hair was styled in loose waves, and her smile lit up the evening.Nicholas's heart skipped a beat as he took in the sight of her. He felt like he'd been punched in the chest; his breath caught in his throat. He couldn't help but stare, his eyes drinking in the sight of her."Wow, Sarah, you look... incredible," Nicholas stammered, his voice barely above a whisper.Sarah blushed, her cheeks flushing pink, and smiled. "Thanks, Nicholas. You don't look so bad yourself. I wanted to thank you for the beautiful dresses and accessories you sent over. It was so sweet of you."Nicholas smiled, feeling happy that she liked them. "I'm glad you liked them. I wanted to make sure you felt special tonight."Sarah's eyes sparkled with gratitude. "Yo
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