Solana's POVI stared intently at Alton's face, my gaze locking with his. A chill ran through my hands, making them grow cold. In his eyes, I could see anticipation, waiting for my answer."What are you doing there?" Allison's voice broke the tension. I immediately pushed Alton away and turned to face Allison."I'm sorry, I have an emergency," I hastily explained, stepping into my car and driving away without a proper goodbye.As I drove towards Kris' unit, my anger boiled inside me. Arriving at her condominium building, I walked towards her door and stepped inside, my blood still simmering with frustration.In the living room, Kris was engrossed in her favourite TV show. I sat beside her and snatched the beer from her grasp."Hey! That's mine," she complained, but I downed it in one gulp, glaring at the television."Are you okay?" Kris asked, concern lacing her voice.I turned to her, taking deep breaths, and looked directly into her eyes."Alton was there," I said.Confusion creased
Solana's POVI spent my day buried in work, but Solana's face kept crossing my mind. The way she looked at me that night... I saw anger and jealousy. I recognized that look because I used to glare that way at men who tried to get near her."Sir, here's the financial report you asked for," my secretary pulled me out of my thoughts about Solana.I looked at him and nodded, then took the folder from his hand."Thank you," I said.Glancing at my wristwatch, I realized it was already nine in the evening."You can go," I told him."What about you, Sir?" he asked, concern evident on his face, perhaps because I was working late again."I'll leave once I'm done reviewing this," I assured him, raising the folder he had handed me."Thank you, Sir," he said before stepping out of my office.Once he was gone, I began reviewing the financial report and funds from last month. It took me an hour to finish studying the data. When I was done, I stretched for a few minutes before stepping out of my o
Solana's POVI couldn't fathom what had come over him. Why did he suddenly behave that way? It was probably the influence of the liquor. I left him in the living room and made my way to my bedroom to grab a pillow and blanket.Upon my return, Alton was already fast asleep, lost in deep slumber. I gazed at his face for a moment. Dark circles adorned his eyes, and despite his rest, he appeared weary. It tugged at my heart as I observed him."I'm sorry," he whispered after a while, a tear escaping his eye, furrowing my brow."I'm sorry," he continued to repeat, tears streaming down his face.I knelt on the chilly floor, wiping away the tears cascading down his cheeks. "I'm sorry," he whispered again and again, his sobs echoing through his sleep.My chest tightened as I listened to him cry in his sleep. "It's fine," I reassured him, gently caressing his face. "I'm here," I assured, and after a while, I felt his hand seeking mine.He held my hand that cradled his face. "I'm sorry,"
Alton's POVWhile sitting in my swivel chair and I can't suppress my smile while thinking about Solana.I can still imagine her annoyed face while looking at me.After a while, I heard a knock on my door and after a while, my secretary peeked in.I cleared my throat and tried to act serious."What is it?" I seriously asked while looking at my secretary."Ms Allison is here to see you, Sir," he said and my forehead creased while looking at him.I don't remember having an appointment with Allison but before I could even say anything she stepped inside.She smiled at me and then walked towards my table.She is about to kiss me on the cheeks when I turned on the other side avoiding her kiss."What are you doing here?" I asked.Allison sat on the chair in front of my table."Dad wants to have dinner with you," she said and my forehead creased when I heard that."Why?" I asked completely confused."Tonight is his birthday so he is hoping that maybe you can spare some time to join him in cel
Solana's POVI walked towards the unit and when I got in I saw Kris in the living room watching an interview with one of the artists that she handles."Hi," I greeted them and sat beside her."Hi," she responded her eyes still fixated on the TV."How's the party?" she asked then looked at me."Tiring," I said then leaned my head on her shoulder.Kris wrapped her arms around my shoulder and then softly caress it."Dis you see Alton there?" she asked.I slowly nod my head and then closed my eyes wanting so badly to rest."Did something happen?" she asked."Like he always does, he annoyed me again," I said while my eyes are still closed."So is it true that Allison and him have a relationship?" she asked.I open my eyes and lift my head and turned my head on Kris."Dad called him son-in-law, Kris, in front of me," I said and it sounded like I am complaining but I didn't mean it to sound that way."And I can tell that you didn't like it," she said.Here she goes on teasing me again."Stop
Alton's POVSolana stared at me intently, her gaze piercing into mine. After a moment, she let out a deep breath and pushed me away."I will think about it," she said, then walked off. But I chose to walk beside her."What are you doing?" she asked, irritation evident in her voice."Walking," I sarcastically replied, which made her roll her eyes.We reached the coffee shop, and Solana ordered three coffees. I knew I wasn't included, so I ordered my own. We headed back to the hospital.Solana handed the coffees to Allison and Beatrice."Thank you, Solana," Beatrice said, smiling warmly at her.Solana smiled back and nodded, then turned her attention to her father, who was now sleeping."Solana," Beatrice called, and Solana looked at her, awaiting her next words."Your dad only has a few months left," Beatrice confessed, and I saw sadness cross Solana's face upon hearing this news."I'm thinking maybe you can stay at our house so you can spend more time with your dad," Beatrice suggeste
Solana's POVAs I entered the unit, I found Kris lying on the couch, a bowl of popcorn resting on her belly.I walked over and lifted her feet, taking the space below."You're back," she said, sitting up and studying me with an intense gaze."What's wrong?" she asked, concern evident in her face.I looked at her, took a deep breath, and spoke."Dad..." I trailed off."He's dying," I added.Kris's expression turned to worry and sadness.After a moment, she placed the popcorn on the table and pulled me into a tight hug.I sobbed into her shoulder, and Kris gently stroked my back, soothing me.We stayed in that position until I calmed down. Eventually, I broke the hug and looked at Kris.Her eyes were filled with sadness. Tears welled up in the corners.Kris cupped my face and used her thumb to brush away my tears."I'm here," she reminded me, which made me smile and nod."I know," I said."I'll move out tomorrow morning to be with Dad. I want to spend more time with him," I shared my pl
Solana's POVAfter dinner, I expected Alton to leave, but to my surprise, Dad invited him to watch a movie with us. Reluctantly, I settled on the couch, positioning myself between Allison and Dad. Beatrice took a seat on Dad's other side, leaving Alton no choice but to sit next to Allison.I could feel his eyes stealing glances at me, so I made an effort not to look in his direction. "I'll get some popcorn," Allison volunteered, standing up and creating a gap between Alton and me. Seizing the opportunity, Alton inched closer to me. I scooted towards Dad, to avoid being near him."What's wrong?" Dad asked, looking at me with confusion. I shook my head, mustering a smile. "Nothing, Dad," I replied, turning my attention to the TV. But as time passed, Alton's skin brushed against mine, prompting me to turn my head and give him a death glare."Move away," I whispered, but he merely smiled at me and redirected his gaze to the TV. Minutes later, Allison returned with the popcorn, but in
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