RaymondThe doctor's words made my heart sink. My poor Noah had been through so much. It felt like the doom was never-ending. How could life punish this innocent, loving, kind woman so much?Owen got a phone call and left the room. I was alone with the love of my life. But she wasn’t fully here with me. “Oh, my Noah... Please, come back to me…”I sat at the edge of her hospital bed, gently touching her face. It was pale and haggard, a stark contrast to the vibrant woman she once was. She had lost a lot of weight during her coma. Her long, dark hair was usually thick, vibrant and wavy. Now, it hung lifelessly around her face. I hoped and prayed my darling would recover without long-term damage.Guilt washed over me. If only I had discovered the kidnapping earlier. If only I had found her sooner. If only I had protected her better, she wouldn’t have suffered so much. I failed her. And I failed Neil. He missed his mother so much.“I’m so sorry, Noah,” I murmured with tears in my eyes. Ev
NoahOn the edge of the dream world, I walked a long, winding road with Raymond. It stretched endlessly before us, shrouded in a hazy twilight. The edges of the path blurred into a fog that enveloped us.Despite the uncertainty, I felt safe with Raymond by my side. I knew he would bring me home safely. We trudged on, our steps synchronized. I couldn’t wait to come back to reality. Back to my family.Suddenly, the thick fog swallowed Raymond. I was alone again. But this time, I wasn’t afraid. I knew beautiful things were waiting for me on the other side.I stood alone in the vast, empty space. Slowly but surely, I began to hear distant voices calling out to me. They echoed around me, filling the void with a sense of urgency and lov
RaymondNoah’s awakening filled me with hope. “Noah! Oh, I’m so glad you’re with us again.” Her eyelids fluttered as she looked around. Yet, she didn’t meet my eyes.Her gaze seemed unfocused. As if she were still lost in her dreams. I tried to reassure myself. I figured she just wasn't fully awake yet.Owen came back with the doctor and a nurse. My heart pounded as they began a physical examination. I waited, my mind a chaotic swirl of thoughts and fears. Would she suffer long-term damage?“Well, she’s out of danger,” the doctor finally said, a slight smile on his lips. “But she has to be kept in for observation.”Relief washed ove
NoahLying there, although too weak to react, I heard every word the doctor said. It felt surreal, like I was trapped in a nightmare. The thought of being blind, even temporarily, was too dramatic. I couldn’t do anything by myself!I wondered how Neil would react if he knew. Thankfully, he was being looked after by his grandparents. Yet, a gnawing fear took hold of me. What if I would never see my loved ones again?When Raymond left the room to get more water, tears filled my eyes. I felt helpless and alone. Owen, sensing my distress, tried to engage me in conversation. I knew he was worried I might sink into negative thoughts. I couldn’t bear the idea of everyone being so distressed because of me.Owen pulled u
NoahRaymond’s reaction made my heart race with anxiety. Despite all the suffering Damian and Josie had inflicted on me, it seemed they weren't finished. Why did Josie despise me so much? Was it mere jealousy, or was there something deeper that I didn’t know about?“What were you saying, Raymond?! Damian Blackwood has a twin brother?!” Owen’s voice rang out as he returned with a nurse.Raymond nodded, his tone grim. “Yes, Damian’s twin brother, Malcolm, was kept hidden by Blackwood. Unlike Damian, Malcolm was favored by his father and groomed to take over the family business. Damian’s arrest must have provoked him to seek revenge. He likely disguised himself as a doctor to infiltrate the hospital. We’re not safe here.&r
RaymondThe moment I rushed into Noah’s ward, my phone buzzed urgently in my pocket. It was my private investigator. I had asked him to find out everything he could about the Blackwood family.I could barely make out his words through my own racing thoughts. "Raymond, I’ve got breaking news. Damian has a twin brother, called Malcolm."Malcolm. His name alone made my blood run cold. “Do the two of them have the same tattoo on their neck?” I asked, my voice trembling slightly.“It’s possible. The Blackwood gang are identified by their tattoos. I believe the core family members all have dragon tattoos on their neck.”I shivered. The “doctor” who passed me in the hallway must’ve been Damian’s twin, Malcolm. And now Noah told me he had entered her room. She wasn’t safe here. I knew that whether it was Bob or Malcolm, both posed a severe threat to Noah’s safety. I had to put an end to this.I arranged everything for Noah’s transition to the safest possible hospital. My most trusted bodyguar
NoahAs the bulletproof vehicle transported me to a new location, my thoughts were a whirlwind. When we arrived, a bodyguard lifted me into a wheelchair. It was the first time in ages I was outside. Yet, I couldn’t see any of it. My heart ached. I used to love watching the changing landscapes of Edendale. But I couldn’t appreciate any of it now.The season had turned to winter. The icy wind rushed past me in a sharp whistle, pulling my hair in every direction. I was grateful for my winter clothing and Raymond’s big, warm hand enveloping mine.When we entered the private sanatorium, the warmth welcomed us like an embrace. It was a quiet, secluded place that offered peace and security. Raymond had taken every measure to protect me. The surroundings were serene and the staff attentive. Yet, I couldn’t shake the unease that clung to me.Raymond tucked me into my new bed. It was way more comfortable than the last. A double bed, this time. I looked forward to spending the night next to my h
NoahI lay in the unfamiliar bed of the private sanatorium. The room’s silence was only broken by the steady beep of the heart monitor beside me. I was feeling much better physically. My energy was coming back. Every now and then, I saw a glimpse of light among the shadows. Was my sight slowly returning? Or was it just a hallucination?Josie's call replayed in my mind like a haunting echo. Her words, dripping with venom, had shaken me to my core. Why did she hate me so much? What did my father do to her?Raymond had stepped out to make calls, again. He was enlisting all his most powerful contacts to uncover Josie's and the Blackwoods' plans. His determination was a lifeline. But would it be enough?Suddenly, my phone buzzed on the bedside table. My heart leapt. Fear and hope wrestled within me. I reached for it, my fingers trembling."Hello?" I whispered, bracing myself for the worst.Silence greeted me, then a voice I recognized all too well. "Noah, it's me, Owen. I found something."