“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
Staring at the amazing meals in her presence, Clara smiled widely feeling satisfied. She checked the time, seeing it was almost time for her husband to get home, she giggled to herself. All she had to do was wait a few more minutes.Hours passed and her husband hadn't arrived. She wasn't so surprised, it happens frequently. “Ma’am, do you want me to clear the table? I don't think Mr. Miller will be arriving soon.” The butler asked staring at her with pity. “No, it's fine. I will wait a few more minutes, you can go to bed.” She replied. He bowed before walking away. Clara exhaled heavily as she stared at the time, it was almost midnight already. This has been going on for almost a month, and her husband has been missing dinner. Every night, she hoped it would be different, she got her hopes up hoping he would show up. She knows her husband doesn't love her, their marriage is based on a contract between their families. The reason she got married to him was to give him an heir but
Clara stared at him with so much pain in her heart, seeing he had already made up his mind and there was nothing she could do, she stared at the papers, ready to sign. Xavier noticed she was ready, he handed her a pen and she took it. As she was about to sign the papers, she thought about how her life would be over once she signed them. Her parents will abandon her, she will have nowhere to go, and the humiliation she will get from everyone in the city. Her life will be ruined!“I… I can't sign this.” She muttered and dropped the papers. “Xavier, please. We can make this work, I will get pregnant, and I will give you an heir.” Clara pleaded in tears but he ignored it. “Let's just get this over with, okay? It's been two years and there is nothing to gain from this marriage. Katherine is back and she is pregnant, I want to be with her.” Despite all he had said, Clara still wasn't ready to sign the divorce papers. She has no life without Xavier.“No, I can't.” She muttered.“Sign th
Xavier headed out in the morning without waiting to see Clara, he was glad she signed the papers already. He headed to the hotel where Kathrine was staying. He arrived there in minutes. Immediately he stepped in, she rushed to him and threw her arms around him. Xavier chuckled as he wrapped his arms around her and spun her around. He knew he was doing the right thing, Kathrine loves him as much as he loves her. While they were still together, they were the talk of the city. Everyone was always rooting for them. It was a shock to everyone seeing his marriage with Clara, the city talked about it for a very long time before it eventually died down when they found something else to talk about. He never loved Clara, it's really a good thing he is letting her go.He couldn't deny the fact that he felt a little pity for Clara, she is a good woman and the years of being married to her were peaceful. He knows how much she loves him and always tries to be on his good side during the years
Clara slowly opened her eyes, she looked around the room and noticed it looked unfamiliar. ‘Where am I?’ She thought as she kept looking around. She tried to recall what happened and she did. She remembered passing out. Just as she was about to try to sit up, the door opened revealing the doctor. It was their family doctor. “Mrs. Blackwell. You are awake.” Dr. Griffo said. “How did I get here?” She asked as she slowly sat up.“Your butler brought you in, ma’am.” He replied and she nodded. He kept smiling at her which made Clara wonder what was going on.“It's good to see you again Mrs. Blackwell.” He said, Clara faked a smile. If only he knew she wasn't bearing that last name again. Also, she found it odd. Dr. Griffo was smiling more than usual.“What?” Clara couldn't help but ask.“Congratulations, Mrs. Blackwell. You are pregnant.” He announced. Clara felt everything around her pause as his words echoed in her head.She thought she heard wrong so she let out a chuckle and shook
Without waiting for Clara to respond, Xavier walked out of the ward. Clara buried her face in her hands as she started to cry loudly. Everything kept getting worse the moment she thought it would get better. What is she supposed to do? Where is she supposed to go? She was so sure her parents wouldn't accept her back. She was also sure they would have heard the news. Dr. Griffo walked back into the room, Clara hurriedly wiped her tears as she looked up at him.He gave her a look but Clara forced a smile.“I am really sorry about this ma’am. If there is anything I can do to help, I will.” He said and Clara nodded. He is their family doctor, he isn't a stranger so he knows a lot. “Can you get me a ride?” She asked and sniffed.“Of course, ma’am.” ~Clara sat in the car and watched the chauffeur drive and at the same time, she was fighting her tears. She was in the car the doctor arranged for her and as dumb as it sounds, she was heading to Xavier’s mansion. For the last time, she
Clara walked around the street aimlessly, she had no idea of what to do. She was scared and hopeless.She suddenly felt a slight pain in her stomach and she hissed, she recalled she hadn't eaten all day. She fought the tears that welled up in her eyes at the thought of her baby being hurt due to starvation. She looked around the street and noticed a restaurant, she slowly walked towards it. She got in and looked around, it was empty. Just a middle-aged lady was behind the counter. Clara walked to the counter and the woman looked up at her. She recalled she had no money on her and thought of how to plead with the woman. She wasn't used to doing this, she used to be the wife of a billionaire, and she gets whatever she needs without asking.“Are you going to keep staring like you have seen a ghost or you are going to place your order?” The woman asked, snapping her out of her thoughts.“Oh, yeah. Sorry.” Clara muttered and exhaled heavily.“Ma’am, I... ““I don't give free food. If yo
Clara arrived at the Blackwell's mansion and made her way out of the taxi. She knew the wedding was happening in their ballroom. That was where the Blackwells held all their events. The estate was filled with different luxurious cars. She arrived at the mansion and kept her head low to avoid being recognized. As she passed, the guests kept staring at her, wondering who she was and why she was dressed that way. She arrived at the entrance to the ballroom and tried to sneak in but the security caught her and stopped her.Before she could speak, the security beat her to it.“The waiters and the rest of the maids are at the back. You can't go in through here.” He said pointing in a direction. “Oh, okay.” Clara responded and rushed in the direction. She was glad no one recognized her. She got to the back and went through a door, she found the waiters and the maids, it was a kitchen. She had never been to that part of the house before because she had no reason to. “Hey, you. Why are y
“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
“What? What? What?!” Kaylee yelled.“Daddy, she is lying, right? She is just messing around like she always does. Right?!” Kaylee yelled and Xavier stuttered as he thought of what to say. Clara looked down at her dress and ran her hands on her body dramatically. She ran her hands on her hair too like she was trying to fix it.“Do I look that bad? Am I not pretty enough?” She muttered. She wondered why Kaylee was mad.“She looks like me, she is just freaking out. You are beautiful Clara.” She said to herself and giggled.Kaylen’s eyes widened in shock at her act. She was being so dramatic and acting crazy.“She is our mother?” Kaylen asked.“You both need to calm down, I... ““Don't tell them to calm down.” Clara said and they all looked at her.“Yell all you want, it is allowed.” She said with a smile to them and Lucy groaned.“You’ve got to be fucking kidding me.” Lucy muttered.Carl was about to speak when Clara suddenly yelled and clapped her hands. Again, they all turned to her.