Solana's POVI could feel Alton throwing glances my way, but I forcefully avoided him and decided to focus all my attention on my food. I didn't want them to see me looking at him.Throughout the whole lunch, they kept talking about random things, and I sometimes joined in, while Alton remained quiet the whole time.Finally, when lunch was over, we bid our goodbyes. I walked with Alton since he volunteered to give me a ride, and I chose to accept his offer because I didn't bring my car with me."Just drop me off at A&S Mall," I said.Alton nodded his head and started the engine, then drove off.I thought he would just simply drop me off, but he even opened the door for me and walked with me as I headed towards my store. But before I could reach it, I turned to face him."Don't you have work?" I asked, looking at him."I do, Solana. That's why I am here. I own this Mall, remember? I am here to check the sales," he said, and that somehow made me feel embarrassed.Alton looked at me in
Alton's POVAs per our agreement, I had breakfast at Solana's Dad's house again. I arrived early, and she wasn't ready for work yet, so I waited for her in their living room.Jacob, her Dad, returned from his morning stroll and spoke to me."You're really determined to win her back," he said, smiling.I nodded and smiled back."I have no choice. I've fallen deeply, and I have no idea how to get over her. So, the only thing left for me is to try and try until she finally gives in," I explained.Jacob smiled and stared intently at me, making me feel slightly uncomfortable."You really love her, I can see that," he remarked.I nodded without hesitation."I do," I said firmly.He let out a deep breath and looked into my eyes."I really hope you two end up together. I really like you for Solana. I hope I get lucky and attend your wedding. You should move faster, Alton," he teased, but I sensed some truth behind the jest."I really hope you can attend our wedding," I played along."What wed
Solana's POVI stood in the room, gazing at him, but the pain in his eyes became too much to bear so I walked away and decided to leave his hotel.I hailed a taxi and instead of heading to Dad's house, I asked the driver to take me to the cemetery where Mom was buried.After a few minutes, I arrived at the cemetery. Taking a deep breath, I stepped out of the vehicle.As I walked inside, I found my way to Mom's tomb after a short walk."Hi, Mom," I greeted, smiling softly at her tomb as I sat on the grass, not minding the dirt that clung to my pants."I'm confused," I confessed, letting out a soft laugh. "I don't know what to do with my life anymore. Fear has consumed me, and I feel so lost. I have no idea where I'm heading or if I'm ready to accept him into my life. I know I love him. What I felt towards him didn't change, but fear is consuming me, and I can't figure out what I want. I'm scared to hurt him and to get hurt as well."Tears welled up as I spoke, and I wiped them away."
Solana's POVI feel my knees getting weak as I stared at his face.The warmth of his hand that is resting on the side of my waist crawl to my whole body and made my heart beat erratically."W-What are you doing here?" I asked nervously.Alton's eyebrows furrowed while looking at my face intently as if he is mad or something."I should be the one asking you that. After rejecting me I will find you here having fun, you have your ways of insulting me Solana," he said without breaking off the gaze."It wasn't my plan to go here. Allison convinced me to party with her" I said explaining to him why I am at the club even though I didn't even owe him any explanation.I didn't need to ask for his permission to come here, so why am I explaining?"Allison forced you to come here?" he asked then removed the strands of my hair that covers my face and tucked it behind my ears."She convinced me to come here," I said.I can feel my breathing getting heavy as I felt his touch on my face."Why did you
Solana's POVWhen I opened my eyes, the first thing I saw was Alton's chest. Lifting my head, I noticed Alton sleeping peacefully, his arms wrapped around my waist. I wanted to push him away, but I felt guilty because he seemed peaceful and tired.I contented myself by staring at his face, but my eyes widened when he opened his eyes. I immediately pushed him away, and he fell on the bed."Shit!" he cursed, glaring at me while massaging his back."Why did you do that?" he asked, looking at me with furrowed eyebrows and a pained expression."Is someone there?!"Panic surged through me as I heard Kris' voice. I looked at Alton, but he seemed unfazed."Kris is here," I said."So?" he asked nonchalantly."Hide under the bed," I said in a panic, attempting to push him under, but he refused. Before I could hide him, the door swung open, revealing Kris.Kris rolled her eyes at the sight of us and put down the ladle she was holding."I thought some thief got in," she said."Why are you treati
Solana's POVAfter closing the store, I headed home, and upon arriving, I saw Allison again in her party outfit."No, I won't come with you, Allison," I said before she could even invite me."Fine, Solana," she responded, then stepped out of the house.When Allison left, I headed towards the garden to look for Dad, and I was right, he was there, having his tea."Hi, Dad,"I kissed him on the cheek and sat on the wooden bench in our garden."How's work?" he asked.I let out a tired sigh as exhaustion surged through my body. I was happy that we had many customers, but it meant my whole body would ache because I stood all afternoon attending to their needs and entertaining them."Tiring," I replied, leaning my head on his shoulder like a child.Dad's hand stroked my hair, and I felt comforted. My eyes automatically closed, and I took a quick rest."Remember to take a rest, Solana. You should take care of your body," he reminded me, making me smile.We stayed in that position for quite so
Solana's POVDays went by with the same routine that I have, and I thought it would end the same. However, I was wrong because upon closing my store and stepping out of A&S Mall, I saw Alton standing outside, leaning on his car with his hands in his pockets.I ignored him and walked towards my car, but he called me, and when I didn't look at him, he held my hand and made me face him.I stopped walking and faced him with a raised eyebrow."Do you need anything?" I asked, and when he heard that, he held his chest as if my words had hurt him."You are hurting me, Love," he said, which made my furrowed brow crease even more.I removed his hold on my hand and looked at him intently."Do you need anything?" I repeated, raising my eyebrows as I waited for his answer.Alton shook his head and then smiled at me."Nothing. I just want to see you," he said, locking gaze with me.I felt my heart beating erratically in my chest once again. I did my best to act like I was not affected by his words
Solana's POVDays went by doing the same routine every day.Waking up. Going to store. Going home. Sleeping. Waking up again.My days revolve around that same routine but I am not complaining.Yes, I admit sometimes it feels lonely but at least it is peaceful.I am slowly healing the pain and heaviness inside my heart."You're coming right?"My forehead creased when I heard Kris's question until I realized that it was her birthday today."Yes of course!"I feel guilty that I almost forgot her birthday. It's still a bit early so maybe I can still buy her a gift.Kris will be mad at me if I forgot her birthday for sure."I'll come to your condo later," I said acting like I didn't forget her birthday at all."It will be held at a newly opened club. Neon Lights, Solana. I will pick you up at 9:00 PM," she said so I guess I have no choice.I don't want to do parties anymore but it's Kris's birthday and I can't just simply decline her invitation I am sure she will hold it against me if I do
Solana's POVI felt a cold breeze brush my skin as I walked on the shore.The wind brushed my hair and every time I felt its soft embrace I was at peace.It was the usual morning.Crystal blue water.Cold breeze.Fresh air.And them. My family.When I saw my daughter waving her hands at me I waved back and walked towards them a smile never left my lips."Hi Mommy," she happily uttered when I sat beside her father.I opened my arms and the moment I did that she immediately sat on my lap leaving her father."You little traitor," Alton uttered as he playfully pinched Aisha's nose.Her giggles filled our ears. I hugged her tightly and showered her with kisses."Mommy it tickles," she said while laughing so I stopped and made her face me.I stared at her face and brushed off the strands of hair that covered her face."Are you ready to go to school?" I asked.She pouted her lips which made me smile.I can see that she is not yet ready to attend school but she's already four years old so she
Alton's POVI still feel like I am living in a dream.Everything feels too good to be true.I just imagined this to happen and now that it finally came true I feel the happiest.Waking up every morning and being greeted by my wife's beautiful face always put a smile on my face.She looks angelic to look at and I will never get tired of staring at her.The sun is already shining brightly but I am still lying on our bed waiting for Solana to wake up.When I saw her slowly open her eyes my smile grew wider."Good morning," I greeted the moment her eyes met mine.She smiled back at me and stared at my face for quite some time."Good morning," she greeted back.I gently caressed her face and kissed her lips softly."What do you want for breakfast?" I asked.She paused and thought for a while before her lips rose for a smile. She must have thought of something she had been craving to eat."I want avocado toast with lots of strawberries,"I looked at her in disbelief but I guess I need to ge
Solana's POVHappiness. Contentment. Love.That's what I felt as I walked down the aisle.A smile is formed on my lips while tears are about to fall from my eyes.I can feel my heart swell in happiness. Everything looks perfect.Everyone close to our hearts is here witnessing how we will be finally joined in front of God.It was no longer forbidden. We no longer have to hide. We finally found our freedom to love each other without any limitations.It took us everything to get here.I lost my career when I allowed myself to be drawn to the fire of our forbidden love.My mother whom I tried to please my whole life disown me.I lost my friends.My fame.My money.My success.But I found myself.I found peace.I found happiness.When I lost everything and I was on my downfall I thought I was being punished but little did I know God was redirecting me. He is making me realize what I want in life.It's not other people's attention nor the blinding spotlight but peace and a life filled with
Solana's POVI watched her as she walked towards us.I can't believe she's here."Why are you here?" I asked not because I didn't want her here but because I was shocked that she managed to go to Massachusetts without telling me."I want to see you bitch," she said then pulled me into a tight hug.When Kris broke off the hug she stared at my face intently. "I'm happy for you," she said with tears forming in the corner of her eyes.I know she is. She has seen how much I suffered when I tried to hide my relationship with Alton.She held my hand and gently squeezed it before turning her head on Alton. "I'm happy for you too Alton," Alton nodded his head and smiled at Kris. I know Kris witnessed how Alton suffered when I went missing for five years.She was there to help Alton cope. She became our anchor during the worst times.She was there to help Alton find me and to make Alton feel that he wasn't alone in believing that I was still alive."It happened so suddenly and I didn't get th
Alton's POVCold breeze.Sound of waves.Beautiful sunset.And Solana.I wouldn't complain if I would spend the rest of my life here...as long as she's with me.We can build a family here.I am tired of living in the city anyway. I want peace."Let's live here?" I asked while gently caressing her hair.Solana turned her gaze at me and looked at me directly in the eyes. "Are you sure?" she asked.I smiled at her and nodded my head. "Let's raise our kids here. We'll watch them play at the beach. Creating sand castles while we are having our morning coffee and when night comes we can have a bonfire,"Her soft laughter filled my ear. "You plan everything out?" she asked.I smiled at her and gently held her hand. "It's has been my dream when I met you,"I planted a soft kiss on her lips before turning my gaze back to the ocean.After a while, Mary called us for dinner.We walked towards their house and upon seeing their table I couldn't help but be amazed at all the food they had prepared.
Solana's POVThe morning breeze brushed my skin.I haven't opened my eyes yet but I already know where I am upon smelling the fresh air.A smile grace on my lips as I listen to the sound of the waves and my smile grew wider when I felt his warm lips on mine."Good morning," he greeted me the moment I opened my eyes.I stared at his face. I'll never get tired of looking at him. "Good morning," I replied."Let's have breakfast?" I got off the bed and walked towards the glass window where I could see the beautiful sunrise and crystal clear beach."How long had you been awake?" Alton held my waist and hugged me from behind. He rested his chin on my shoulder and buried his face on my neck.I giggled when he started planting soft kisses on my weakest spot. "You smell good," he said as he sniffed my neck."I just woke up,"He's exaggerating it. I know he just said those words to make me smile and it worked."I love your natural scent,"He continued kissing my neck while I softly caressed h
Alton's POVA smile slowly crept on my lips when I heard her say those words.When I could no longer contain my happiness I pulled her into a tight hug."I am not sure yet Alton," she said worry evident in her tone.I broke off the hug and stared at her face."Let's buy a pregnancy test then," I suggested.Fear crossed her eyes so I held her hand and gently caressed it."I won't get mad whatever the result will be, we will just check it,"She let out a deep breath and then after a while nodded her head agreeing to my suggestion.While driving I held her hand. It felt cold so I caress it.I know she's scared to disappoint me. We are ready to have a baby. We are eager to have another child and we always pray for it to happen but if we are not yet meant to welcome another blessing then it's fine, we will just patiently wait for our angel to arrive.After buying the pregnancy test I drove towards the condominium building where we are currently staying.The moment we stepped inside the uni
Solana's POVDays passed and I felt the happiest. I feel free now that I am with Alton.I no longer hide what I truly felt about him."Let's have dinner later," he said before I stepped out of the car.I smiled at him and nodded my head. "Okay," I gave him a quick kiss and I thought that was enough for him but he cupped my face and claimed my lips once again, this time longer.I slapped his chest when I was out of breath. I glared at him...panting. "That's too much," I complained but his smile erased the irritation that I was feeling.He caressed my face and stared at my eyes. "I'm sorry Love I can't help it," he reasoned out then gave me a quick kiss."I'll pick you up later," he reminded me before I stepped out of his car.I waved my hands as I watched him drive away. When his car disappeared I headed inside the mall so I could help Brianna in opening the store.When I reached the store Brianna was already there and a teasing smile was already present when she saw me."What?" I ask
Alton's POVI helped Solana pack her things.It took us an hour before we finished and once done we stepped out of her room carrying her luggage.When we reached the living room I saw Beatrice and Allison waiting for us.They immediately pulled Solana into a tight hug and to give them privacy I stepped out of the house and put all the things that we had packed inside my car.After a few minutes of waiting, I saw them stepping out of the house.Beatrice smiled at me and gently held my hand the moment she got closer."Take care of her," she said so I smiled and nodded my head. "I will,""Don't you dare hurt my sister, Alton," Allison added which made me chuckle.I looked at her and held Solana's waist."I won't do that," After bidding goodbye we drove towards my unit. "Where do you want to build our house?"Solana turned her head on me and stared at my face intently. "I want to live in Massachusetts," she said.I smiled at her and nodded my head. I reached for her hand and planted a