Clara sat in her office, she went through her computer, replying to all emails necessary and doing other work. Her kids were running around the room, sometimes they ran out of her office and ran back in. She wasn't bothered, as long as they were happy and okay. Kaylee ran to Clara and stood next to her. Clara ignored her and paid attention to her work. Kaylee knew she was intentionally ignoring her. She poked Clara’s shoulder but she was still ignored. Kaylee smiled and poked her repeatedly.“Mummy.” She called and poked her. “Mummy.” “Mummy.” Clara exhaled heavily and turned to her.“Yes, Kaylee?”“I am hungry.” She whined and Clara looked at Dexter, he seemed busy with the cellphone with him.“What do you want?” She asked and Kaylee shrugged in response.“I don't know.” Clara was about to speak when the door to her office opened and Tokyo walked in. Clara was surprised to see her, the same as the kids.“Tokyo.” Kaylen called happily, he stood up and was about to rush to he
“No, no, no.” Clara muttered as she got off the bed, she rushed into her closet and got dressed in seconds. She grabbed her keys and phone and rushed out of the room. On her way, she tried calling Xavier back but the call wasn't connecting. She tried calling Dexter too but he wasn't picking up. She got out of the house, got into her car, and drove out of the mansion. She kept calling Dexter as tears welled up in her eyes, she was terrified. She had no idea where to go, so she decided to head to his house. Tears kept streaming down her eyes, she hoped he was okay. She arrived at his house in minutes and rushed out of the car. He doesn't have guards around or maids, he prefers to stay alone.“Dexter.” Clara yelled as she hit the front door, she forced the door open and rushed in. She froze when she saw him walking down the stairs.“What? What's wrong?” He asked. She rushed to him and hugged him tightly, she cried as she hugged him. Dexter was confused but he hugged her back.“Di
It's been days since the twins went missing, the whole city knew about it. Xavier was nowhere to be found too.Clara searched everywhere she could, she knew Xavier had taken them but she had no idea where he took them to.Tokyo was helping her with the search, the whole organization was helping her. Tokyo assured her that they would be found, and she informed Clara that Xavier hadn't left the country yet or the city. He was still around, he was hiding somewhere with her kids. If he tries to leave the city or the country, they will know about it. Clara was trying her best not to lose it, Dexter was supportive too. Malia released the news about her wedding with Xavier, it would be done in a few days. It was sooner than everyone expected but it was to Clara’s advantage. Xavier will definitely show up on the wedding day, what is a wedding without the groom? She would get him and get her kids back on that day. The news about the twins missing and Malia’s wedding coming up was what eve
It was finally the day the whole city anticipated. The day Malia Parish will be getting married to Xavier Blackwell. It was the talk of the city, most of the people had forgotten about the disappearance of Clara’s twins. They focused on the wedding. Clara was hurt by this, the cops gave up the search but the organization didn't. They knew Xavier took them so they focused their search on that. Clara was mad at the whole city, she was forgotten and no one cared about her. The arrival of the Blackwells was announced a day before the wedding. A lot of people were invited to the wedding, important rich families in and out of the city. It was the day Clara would get her kids back and it was a day of happiness for the Blackwells and the Parishs too. In short, that day was the day it would all change, for good or for the worse. Clara exhaled heavily as she stared at herself in the mirror, she was dressed in leather pants and a jacket. Her hair was tied into a ponytail with a few strand
Clara drove into Dexter’s house, she pulled over, and rushed out of the car. She rushed into the house and screamed happily as she saw her kids. They rushed to her, she bent to their level and hugged them tightly.“I missed you both so much.” She sighed.“We missed you too.” They chorused. Dexter stood and watched them with a smile.She held them for a very long time before letting go of them. She ran her eyes and hands on their body to see if they were hurt.“They are fine, Kaylee added a little weight too. They are really fine.” Dexter said, walking towards them.“Really?” Clara furrowed her brows and stared at Kaylee, she smiled and spun around.“So, this is the part where we tell you what happened?” Kaylen asked and she and Dexter nodded in response.“Well, the night we were taken, we thought they hurt you too 'cause we saw the guards on the floor when we were dragged out of the house. We thought it was a kidnap, well it was.”“Xavier’s guards took us and took us to the penthouse
WARNING: This chapter contains a graphic description of sexual abuse which may be triggering to some readers. If you are sensitive to this, please, skip this chapter!The next few days were normal, there was no drama in the city. The Blackwells family returned to California except for Xavier, Lucy, and Carl. The news about the wedding had died down since it had been done. Clara knew Xavier was on to her so she decided her kids would be safer with Dexter. She moved them to Dexter’s house but visits them every day. The kids were okay with this, they loved Dexter anyway. They stopped going to school, Clara couldn't risk it. She doesn't want them to go missing again, if they do, she might lose it. Clara returned to work the next day after her kids were found, she made herself the talk of the city again. She topped the business chats in days which gave everyone something to talk about. She was back and better! Malia was quiet which was suspicious but Clara decided to not worry about i
A DAY LATERXavier walked into the room with a tray filled with meals. He closed the door and placed the meal on the table. He turned to the bed and stared at Clara, she was staring at him. She had a cold expression as she looked at him.She was cuffed to the bed which made moving not easy for her.“Are you going to eat now?” Xavier asked. She didn't respond, she just kept staring. He carried the tray from the table and moved closer to the bed, he dropped it next to her. In the process, his hand touched her and she whimpered. She recalled what happened a day ago, she had flashbacks and she shut her eyes in fear. She felt the hairs on her body erect as she felt shivers.Xavier furrowed his brows as he stared at her, he wondered what was wrong with her.“Please, don't touch me.” She whispered as her voice broke. Xavier noticed his hand was touching her knee, he slowly pulled away from her. She breathed heavily and slowly opened her eyes. She had tears in them. Xavier understood wha
DAYS LATERIt's been days since Clara left where Xavier kept her. She returned home to her kids, but no one knew what happened, she didn't tell Dexter about it. Her kids moved back in with her, she was happy around them and they were happy. Xavier travelled back to California with Lucy and Carl but they would be back the next day. They would be a party in two days and everyone was invited. Malia has to show up with Xavier of course, only if she has an explanation for her husband’s absence.Since it was just a normal party, everyone wasn't so hyped about it. Clara didn't waste her time on having a perfect dress either. The kids returned to school, they stopped being bullied. Everyone felt bad they didn't pay attention to the news about them missing, Taylor felt worse. The twins weren't talking to him, he tried to apologize to them but they ignored him just like he ignored them. Everything seemed to be back to normal, everything was peaceful again.~It was finally the day of the
“Clara.” Kaylen called but she didn't respond. She was lost in thought.“Clara?” Kaylee called and slowly tapped her hand, she snapped out of her thoughts and looked at them.“Yeah, what?” She asked.“We asked you if you could tell us anything. You looked a little bit lost.” Kaylen said, she slowly nodded.“Yeah, there isn't much to say. We all lived in Australia, and Dexter and I raised you. Rita named both of you but you never met her, she died when you both were still babies. Tokyo was your friend and I worked for an organization, you both grew up in the building.” Clara explained and zipped her drink a little.“Oh.” Kaylee muttered.“If Tokyo was my friend why did you kill her?” Kaylen asked.“She is so annoying. I couldn't stand her anymore.” Clara chuckled. Her kids stared at her in disbelief and she smiled at them.“There is more to it, don't worry. I don't just kill everyone I find annoying.” She replied and they both sighed in relief.“Not all though.” She added and chuckled
“For fuck’s sake how hard is it to put a bullet in a fucking head?!” Clara yelled and her kids flinched.“If you are busy, we can just come back.” Kaylee said.“What? No. I am not busy, this is the perfect time.” Clara said with a smile. One of her men walked to her and bowed. Clara sighed before turning to him.“Just leave. All of you.” She ordered.“Yes, ma’am.” He replied and headed out with the rest of the men.“What… What about the man they shot?” Kaylee stuttered.“Oh, don't worry about that.”“So why are you guys here?” Clara asked.“Oh, Kaylen wanted to see you.” Kaylee replied. Clara looked at Kaylen and gave him a questioning look.“Right. I… I wanted to apologize for last night. I am sorry.” Kaylen apologized. Clara was surprised he apologized, she was expecting something else. Something mean from him.“Did Xavier make you do this?” She asked.“No.” Kaylen replied and looked at Kaylee, he was confused. “It's because you are so stubborn and arrogant, you don't always feel
THE NEXT DAY Kaylen walked out of his room and paused when he saw his father pacing the hallway. He looked lost in thought, he didn't notice Kaylen’s presence.“Dad?” Kaylen called. Xavier paused and looked up at him.“Oh, hey Kaylen.” He replied. Kaylen raised his brows and slowly walked to him.“What are you doing?”“Waiting for Kaylee. I need to apologize.” He replied. Kaylen realized he was pacing in front of Kaylee’s room.“Oh, she left very early this morning. It's the weekend remember? She is always busy with shoots on weekends.” “Oh, I forgot about that.” Xavier muttered and ran his hand through his hair.“I… I will head there. Do you know where her shoot is being held?” Xavier asked.“Dad, stop bothering yourself. It's Kaylee, your sweet girl. She is not mad at you.” Kaylen assured him but he wasn't relieved. He really needed to apologize to her, he didn't know his father was going to hit her.“It wasn't you that hit her, it was Grandpa. Stop worrying too much.” Xavier nod
They all stared at Clara as she started to eat, she didn't pay attention to them. They all looked away from her slowly and then continued eating. Mrs. Blackwell shook her head and dropped her fork loudly.“I can't take this. She has to leave.” Mrs. Blackwell said and Clara looked up with her mouthful of chicken.“I can't leave, Kaylee invited me.” She said with a mouthful and Sarah chuckled, finding it funny.“You think this is funny?” Mrs. Blackwell snapped at her and she flinched.“Grandma, please.” Kaylee pleaded. She exhaled heavily and tried to continue eating. Over the years, Mrs. Blackwell started to love Kaylee and Kaylen. Clara was out of the way so it was easy for her to love them. “A lot is going on.” Clara shook her head and continued eating.“You shouldn't eat like an animal you know? We know the food is so good, it is the best thing you have tasted after being dead for ten years.” Lucy said. Clara turned to her and stared at her. Lucy was expecting a response but she
As they had lunch, everyone at the table kept staring at Kaylee.No one got in trouble after the fight because there was no teacher around but everyone kept talking about it.“Fuck it, I am just going to ask questions. Who taught you all that?” Max asked and everyone turned to him.“What? Everyone is curious.” He shrugged.“Clara.” Kaylee replied.“When? How the hell did you learn that so fast?” Sarah asked.“She is actually a good teacher. I spent yesterday with her.”“So you lied.” Kaylen said, Kaylee looked at him. He wasn't looking so happy, he looked mad.“Not really. I had a shoot too.” She replied.“Wait, who is Clara?” Max asked.“Our mother.” Kaylen muttered in response and the boys around the table gasped.“I… I thought your mother died when she gave birth to you guys.” Beck stuttered.“Long story.” Kaylee replied. Bryan ran his hand on her shoulders trying to comfort her and she smiled at him.“Can I meet her? I would like her to teach me everything she taught Kaylee. She i
“Hey, that’s better.” Clara said as Kaylee’s punch hit her and she felt the pain.“Really?” Kaylee giggled and clapped her hands happily.“Does this mean I can beat you in a fight now?” Kaylee gasped and Clara chuckled.“Easy now.” She replied. Kaylee smiled and walked to her bag, she picked up a bottle of water and gulped it. Clara watched her as she did, Kaylee noticed Clara’s stare and gave her a questioning look as she dropped the bottle.“What?” Kaylee asked as she tried to catch her breath.“Nothing.” Clara muttered and shook her head.“I can tell you want to say something. What is it?” Kaylee asked, moving closer to her.“You really don't remember anything about me?” Clara asked softly. This is the calmest Kaylee has seen her but she couldn't tell if she was sad. Kaylee shook her head in response and Clara sighed.“I’m sorry.” Kaylee apologized.“It's not your fault. It fucking Xavier’s fault.” Clara said and rolled her eyes.“I… I wouldn't blame him though. He was scared, c
“I can't believe you were with him for that long.” Sarah giggled and Kaylee nodded happily. “Yeah, me too. I kept pinching myself to be sure I wasn't dreaming. Anytime he sees me doing that, he holds my hand and assures me it's real.” Kaylee squealed and Sarah laughed.They were both having a free period and Kaylee decided to tell Sarah all about last night.“Enough of that. How are you doing?” Kaylee asked with a stern look and Sarah sighed.“I should be asking you the same question. Yesterday was crazy.” Sarah replied, Kaylee nodded in response and bit her lip as she thought about the whole situation again.“Have you talked to Daddy?” Kaylee asked. “Yes, last night.” “And?” “As much as it hurts, I will try to get over it. He has never made me feel like he wasn't my father, if Clara didn't say anything, I would never know.” Sarah said sadly and Kaylee placed a hand on her shoulder. She pulled Sarah to herself and kissed her hair.“I apologize on behalf of my crazy mother.” Kayle
“Where is mum?” She asked. “I don't know and honestly, I don't care.” Xavier replied.“Oh.” Sarah muttered and sighed.“You should go to bed, I will wait for Kaylee.” Xavier said and kissed her forehead. She smiled at him before heading up to her room. Xavier walked down the stairs, walked out of the house, and took a seat on the porch as he waited for Kaylee. An hour passed and Kaylee hadn't shown up yet, he was resisting the urge to call her. After waiting for a few more minutes, he decided to call her when a car drove in. The car pulled over and Kaylee walked out with Bryan. Xavier sighed in relief.“Mr… Mr. Blackwell.” Bryan stuttered nervously and bowed.“I… I… we… ““Thank you, Bryan.” Xavier cut him off with a smile and he nodded. Xavier knew him, he and Kaylen had been best friends for years. Bryan turned to Kaylee and slowly hugged her, she hugged him back and he pulled away after a few seconds.“Thank you.” She muttered and he nodded before getting into his car. Kaylee
Clara continued to laugh, ignoring what Lucy said. “Oh my God.” She muttered as she laughed. They all kept watching her like she was crazy. She looked at Kathrine and tried to stop laughing.“Okay, that’s enough.” She said and kept a stern look immediately.“It's like there is a fucking switch in her head that controls everything she does.” Carl whispered to Lucy and she nodded, agreeing with him.“You can speak now.” Clara said.Kathrine turned to Sarah immediately and tried to hug her but Sarah walked away. Kathrine called after her as she rushed to her. “So, now that all that is settled.” Clara said and Lucy scoffed. She walked towards her and stood in front of her. Lucy was intimidated but she tried so hard to not show it. “Just like you said Clara, history is repeating itself and you are right but you were wrong about one thing, the difference. Eleven years ago, you were the victim and Xavier was the villain but here you are the villain. No matter how much you try to tell you