Solana's POVA week passed, and Atlas was gradually opening up to his father, Alton. It warmed my heart to witness their bond strengthening with each passing day.Finally, after a week of hard work, my store was completed, and I could proudly open its doors. Mary, kind-hearted as ever, volunteered to look after Atlas while I was in town selling clothes. Her help brought me great relief, knowing that Atlas would be cared for in my absence.Everything had been going smoothly for the past week, and I believed that things would continue to go well. However, my hopes were shattered when an unexpected visitor barged into my store. A woman, about the same age as my mother, stepped inside, her gaze fixed intensely upon me.Approaching her, I inquired politely, "Yes, ma'am, how can I assist you?"To my shock, her hand swiftly met my face with a resounding slap. The sting of the impact reverberated through me. Anger dripped from her words as she confronted me, "Isn't it enough that your mother
Alton's POVAs usual, I made my way to Solana's place, but when I arrived, her store was already closed. I furrowed my brow and pulled out my phone, dialing her number, but she didn't answer. Fear began to consume me, so I quickly returned to my car and drove towards her house.It took several hours of driving, and by the time I arrived, it was already dark outside. My forehead creased in concern when I saw their belongings packed up in the living room. Atlas was sitting on the couch, so I walked over to him."Are you going somewhere, buddy?" I asked, trying to understand the situation."I don't know," he replied, sounding uncertain.After a while, Solana emerged from her room, and when she saw me, the luggage she was holding slipped from her grasp and fell to the floor. I hurried over to her, gently guiding her back into her room so we could have a private conversation.Closing the door behind us, I sat down beside Solana, who had positioned herself at the edge of the bed. Tears stre
Solana's POVI woke up to find myself alone in bed, without Alton by my side. Stretching my limbs, I made my way to the kitchen, where I found him cooking breakfast. His face lit up with a smile as soon as he saw me."Good morning," he greeted warmly.Returning his smile, I walked over to him and stole a glimpse of what he was preparing."You should have woken me up. I should be the one cooking breakfast," I said."It's fine. I used to cook for you, remember?" he replied, bringing back fond memories of the times he stayed at my place, taking care of me.A little while later, Atlas, still in his pyjamas and rubbing his eyes, stumbled into the kitchen."Good morning, Love," I greeted, pulling him into a tight hug and planting a kiss on his cheek."Good morning, buddy," Alton greeted with a smile."Good morning Mommy. Good morning Daddy," he greeted back then climbed onto his chair. I helped him to ensure he won't fall.Once Alton finished cooking, he served the food on the table, and we
Alton's POVI stayed at Solana's store, but after having lunch together, I received a call from Allison asking me to visit the site because there was a problem. So, I headed there.When I arrived, Allison explained to me that they needed to make some changes to the layout. After she explained everything, I agreed, and I was about to leave, but Allison stopped me."Your mom, she is staying at the hotel with me," she said.I let out a deep breath and nodded."I'll pay her a visit," I said."You should. She seems stressed. Did something happen between you two?" she asked, concern laced in her voice.I shook my head."Nothing," I said, refusing to share the details of my personal life.Allison simply smiled and nodded."I have to go," I said, then headed towards my car.I drove towards the hotel where I used to stay. I asked for my mother's room number, but it turned out she was staying in my room, so I didn't have a hard time accessing it.Upon stepping inside the room, I saw my mother o
Solana's POVAlton spent the night at my house, as he usually does. Our typical routine involves playing with Atlas after dinner and then tucking him into bed. Once Atlas is asleep, we head to my room. Feeling sticky, I decided to take a quick shower. When I finished, I stepped out of the bathroom.Meanwhile, Alton also took a quick shower. As he emerged from the bathroom, a towel hung loosely around his waist. I immediately averted my gaze, feeling my cheeks flush. However, I pretended like nothing had happened and lay on the bed, covering myself with a blanket. Soon, I felt the other side of the bed sink, indicating that Alton had occupied it.After a while, I felt his arms wrap around my waist as he pulled me closer to his body. Alton buried his face in my neck, and I couldn't help but ask, "Are you okay?" He nodded and planted a soft kiss on my shoulder, his voice carrying a sense of heaviness."Is it about your mother?" I cautiously inquired, aware of his emotional burden. Alto
Alton's POVI stayed at the construction site for an hour, keeping an eye on the progress of the work.Allison wasn't in her office, but her co-engineer informed me that she was out doing something.During lunchtime, Allison arrived with my mother."Why are you two together?" I asked curiously."We had lunch together. I missed bonding with Allison," my mother responded.Allison wrapped her arms around my mother, pleased with what she heard."You're so sweet, Mom," she replied.She had become comfortable calling my mother "Mom."My mother smiled at Allison and then turned to me."Did you have your lunch?" she asked."Yeah, I joined the workers," I said."How long will this project take?" my mother asked, looking out at the site."About a year or two, but I can handle everything. I can just send pictures to Alton to keep him updated on the project," Allison responded.My mother nodded and then looked at me again."Then let's go back to New York, Alton. Remember, you have a company to ma
Solana's POVI felt my chest tighten as I watched the doctor work tirelessly to revive my son's fragile body. Every minute felt like an eternity, and the fear of losing him threatened to overwhelm me."Save my son, Lord," I pleaded, my hands tightly clasped together in prayer. Mary, sensing my distress, gently caressed my back, trying to offer comfort. But at that moment, no amount of solace could ease the torment of seeing my son fight for his life."Please, save him," I begged, my voice filled with desperation.Finally, the doctor's words brought a sigh of relief. "He's back," he announced, and at that moment, gratitude flooded my heart, directed towards all the saints I knew.The doctor's attention turned to the guardians of the patient. Alton and I spoke in unison, both claiming to be Atlas' parents. But when I turned to look at him, he slowly lowered his hands."I'm sorry," he said, taking a step back, giving me the space to communicate with the doctor."We need to run some tes
Alton's POVAs I walked into the hallway, I accidentally bumped into Mary and Arthur, who were about to return to the emergency room where I had left Atlas and Solana."You're leaving?" Mary asked, concern evident in her eyes.I flashed a small smile and nodded. "Can you please give me an update on Atlas... and Solana?" I requested.Mary took a deep breath and nodded in response. Meanwhile, Arthur tapped my shoulder."We don't know exactly what's happening, but we'll pray for things to get better soon. Just try to understand Solana. She's scared of losing Atlas," he said.I smiled at him and nodded, understanding his point. "Thank you," I expressed my gratitude.They looked at me intently, with a hint of pity, and gave me a quick hug. "Everything will be okay," they reassured me before heading back to the emergency room.I made my way to the parking lot and drove towards the hotel where my mother was staying.When I arrived, I saw my mom in the room, sipping her tea and watching a TV
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