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
Alton's POVI held her until she calms down and when she broke off the hug I stared at her face intently.I was about to wipe her tears when she took a step back."I have to close the store,"Solana is in a hurry to leave me but I held her hand stopping her from leaving."I'll help you," I offered."I am fine Alton, just stay away from me,"Those words broke me again but despite that, I manage to smile and nod my head. I will let her do what she wants.You made a deal with her Alton so fucking stick with that. You have to give her the space that she needs, that's all she is asking so why can't you give her that?"Thank you for helping me," she said before she removed my hold and walked towards her store.I watched Solana as she talked to Briana.I clenched my fist tightly stopping myself from getting near her and from helping her.I need to control myself and keep my distance just like what she wants."Alton, can I talk to you please?"When I heard Olivia's voice I felt my blood boil.
Solana's POVDays passed, and after Alton's thorough investigation, it was proven that Olivia indeed framed me for stealing that necklace.The CCTV footage clearly showed her placing the necklace in my bag.The issue became public knowledge because Alton himself ordered the A&S Mall manager to upload the video, letting everyone know that such acts weren't tolerated, even if the people involved were prominent figures.The video spread across the internet and was broadcasted worldwide, shocking everyone. Olivia was a big figure in the entertainment industry, the highest-paid model and actress at the time, making the news all the more shocking."I can't stop watching this video, Solana. Alton did a great job posting it," Kris said, laughing while watching the video where Olivia was interviewed about framing me.Olivia kept denying that she put the necklace in my bag, claiming the footage was somehow edited, but her lies were not believed by the public.All her movies and advertisements,
Solana's POVI swallowed hard as I looked at him. He stared at my face intently then raised his right eyebrow as he is waiting for my answer."Solana," Kris whispered in my ear which made me flinch so I immediately looked away and sat on the couch beside a man I didn't know."Hi," I greeted to divert my attention.The man smiled at me and offered a handshake. "Simon," he introduced himself so I took his hand and smiled at him, "Solana," I responded."Everyone knows you, Solana," he said so I just smiled awkwardly."I have been dying to meet you, I am such a huge fan," he added which added to the awkwardness that I am feeling. I am used to people telling me that they are my fan but I still feel awkward because I no longer work in the entertainment industry.I just politely nod my head and smiled at Simon. "Thank you," I said then turned my head to Kris who is pointing at Alton using her lips.When I turned my head to Alton I saw him looking at Simon darkly but when our eyes met, his ga
Alton's POVShe fell silent, looking like a lost kitten. I reclined her seat and swiftly moved my body on top of hers."What are you doing?" she nervously asked, but she didn't push me away.I saw desire in her eyes, which made me smile playfully.I leaned in, making our faces a few inches away from each other. I could feel her hot breath on my face, and I could smell the liquor in her mouth."What the fuck are you doing, Alton?" she asked, anger evident in her tone, but it contradicts the desire that reflects in her eyes.Her breathing became heavy as I got closer to her."You feel guilty, right, for turning me on," I said without breaking off the gaze, "you should be held responsible, Solana, in calming it down," I whispered.She swallowed hard but didn't even attempt to push me away.I leaned in once again, making our lips touch. I didn't move nor claim her lips, I just let them touch."Push me away if you don't want this, Solana," I whispered while our lips were touching.She didn'
Solana's POVI guided Alton to my office. I open the door and we both stepped inside.I turned to look at him. "You think you can fit on that couch?" I said pointing at the small couch inside my office.Alton smiled and nod his head. "I bet it can even fit two people?" he said with a playful smile playing on his lips. I rolled my eyes at him and stepped out instead of losing my patience with him.The moment I stepped out I saw Briana looking at me with a teasing smile playing on her lips.I rolled my eyes at her and raised my eyebrow. "What?"She just smiled and shook her head then continued arranging the clothes on the rack.After a few minutes, some customers started coming in so I focused all my attention on entertaining and attending them.I spent my hours talking to customers and when lunch came I excused myself and decided to order some food for our lunch.I decided to order pasta and once done I headed back to my store carrying a paper bag that contains food."Briana," Briana
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