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His Volition Chapter 53: Troubling time
Moving back into the house I once called home with Sean was both thrilling and nerve-wracking. The journey we had been through, filled with misunderstandings, heartbreaks, and now, tentative steps towards reconciliation, had finally brought us to this point. But despite my excitement, an undercurrent of anxiety lingered. Rebuilding our relationship and merging our lives and careers again was no small feat. I hoped the gesture I had planned for today would show Sean how committed I was to our new beginning.The morning was clear and bright as I set out to get a few things for Sean. I wanted to surprise him with flowers and a few thoughtful gifts. A fresh bouquet would be a symbol of the fresh start we were embarking on, and I knew Sean appreciated the small, heartfelt gestures.I drove to the flower shop I used to frequent. It was a charming little place on the corner of Elm Street, run by an elderly couple who had been married for over fifty years. The shop was filled with the scent o
His Volition Chapter 54: I Thought I Could Trust You
The days following the attack were tumultuous, to say the least. Every passing moment felt like a battle against the fear that had taken root in my mind. But I was determined not to let it consume me. I had to remain strong, not just for myself, but for Sean as well. As I sat at my desk, attempting to focus on work, my phone rang, disrupting the uneasy calm that had settled over me. Glancing at the caller ID, I saw it was Marcus, my lawyer. I answered with a mixture of curiosity and apprehension, unsure of what news he might have for me. "Hello, Marcus. What's going on?" I asked, trying to keep my voice steady despite the apprehension that churned in my stomach. "Carmen, I have some news for you," Marcus said, his tone grave and serious. "I've been doing some digging into Sean's past, and I've uncovered something that I think you should know about." My heart skipped a beat, dread settling heavily in the pit of my stomach. What could Marcus have found that was so urgent, so sign
His Volition Chapter 55: A New Addition
I waited for Carmen to come home, but I couldn't help but feel anxious. I couldn't understand why her mood had been off for days. Was it work? Was it us? I needed answers, and I was going to get them tonight.When she finally walked through the door, I could tell right away that something was wrong. Her eyes were tired, and there was a deep sadness etched on her face. She looked like she was carrying the weight of the world on her shoulders."Hey," I said, trying to sound casual as I set down my book and stood up to greet her. "Rough day?"She nodded, barely glancing at me as she hung up her coat. "You could say that."I bit my lip, trying to decide how to approach the topic. We had been drifting apart lately, and I didn't want to push her away further. But I couldn't just ignore the tension between us."Do you want to talk about it?" I asked gently, hoping she would open up to me.She shook her head, avoiding my gaze. "Not really. Just need some time to think."I felt a pang of frust
His Volition Chapter 56: Buried truth
I couldn't shake the feeling that something was wrong. Sean had been spending so much time with Fiona and Lily. It was supposed to be just weekends, but now it was spilling into weekdays too. I tried to tell myself that it was important for Sean to bond with his daughter, but deep down, I couldn't ignore the growing unease.One evening, Sean came home late again. I watched him quietly as he entered the house, hung up his coat, and joined me in the living room."Long day?" I asked, trying to keep my tone neutral."Yeah," Sean replied, his voice distant. "Spent some time with Lily. She wanted to show me her new drawing."I forced a smile. "That's sweet. She's a talented little girl."Sean nodded, but I could tell his mind was elsewhere. Taking a deep breath, I decided it was time to confront the thoughts that had been eating away at me."Sean, can we talk?"He looked at me, sensing the seriousness in my voice. "Sure, what's on your mind?"I hesitated, searching for the right words. "I'v
His Volition Chapter 57: A flicker of happiness
Things had been better than I could have ever hoped for. Carmen and I were slowly finding our way back to each other, and Lily was becoming a joyful part of our lives. Every day, the love and we shared made each hurdle seem surmountable.This morning, I woke up to the sound of Lily's laughter echoing through the house. It was a sound that filled me with a profound sense of peace and happiness. I got out of bed, stretched, and headed downstairs to find Carmen and Lily in the kitchen, making breakfast together."Morning, Daddy!" Lily greeted me with a bright smile, her face smeared with flour."Morning, princess," I replied, ruffling her curly hair."Sean, we're making pancakes," Carmen said, looking up at me with a smile that warmed my heart. "Care to join us?""Absolutely," I said, stepping up to the counter. "Let's see if I can make the best pancakes in town."As we cooked and laughed together, I couldn't help but feel a sense of completeness. This was what I had always wanted—family
His Volition Chapter 58: Good things must come to an end
Our lives had settled into a comfortable rhythm. The specter of Fiona had faded into the background, and we were enjoying the peace that had come after so much turmoil. Carmen and I were closer than ever, and Lily was thriving. One crisp autumn morning, I received a message that shattered it.Meet me at the café at noon. We need to talk. It’s urgent.The words on the screen made my stomach churn. Fiona had been quiet for a while, and I hoped she had finally accepted our boundaries. But the tone of her message was different this time-insistent and ominous. I knew I couldn't ignore it.That morning, I told Carmen that I had to run an errand and headed to the café, my mind racing.I approached the familiar spot, and the memories of our last conversation came flooding back. When I walked in, Fiona was already there, sitting in a corner booth, her expression unreadable. I took a deep breath and approached her."Fiona," I greeted her, my voice as neutral as I could manage."Sean," she repl
His Volition Chapter 59: Dangerous Addiction
I had been planning this moment for weeks, but the nerves were hitting me hard. I paced around my office, fiddling with the small velvet box in my pocket. Inside was the ring I had chosen for Carmen, a symbol of the new beginning I wanted to create with her. Our marriage had started as an arranged one, a business deal rather than a love story. But over time, she had become my everything.After all we had been through—the arranged marriage. I wanted to re-propose to Carmen. I wanted to marry her again, this time for love, and renew our vows. I wanted her to know how much she meant to me and that this time, it was all about choice.The plan was simple: a romantic dinner where I’d surprise her with the proposal. But life seemed to have other ideas. We couldn’t find a babysitter for Lily, and the closer the date came, the more desperate I became.Fiona was our last resort. It was a risk, I knew that, but we were out of options. Since our encounter at the grocery store, Fiona had been tryi
His Volition Chapter 60: A Sacrificial Offering
When we arrived at her apartment building, the lights were off. I knocked on the door, hoping to hear her voice from inside. But there was nothing. I tried calling again, but the call went straight to voicemail.“Sean, maybe she’s just sleeping,” Carmen suggested, trying to reassure me. But I could hear the hesistation in her voice.“Maybe,” I replied, though I didn’t quite believe it myself.Just as we were about to leave, the door to the neighboring apartment opened, and an elderly woman peered out.“Are you looking for Fiona?” she asked, her voice curious.“Yes, we are. Have you seen her tonight?” I asked, hoping for some clue.The woman shook her head. “I heard her leave earlier, but she hasn’t come back. I thought it was strange since she usually comes back by now.”A cold knot tightened in my stomach. Fiona was out there somewhere, and we had no idea where or in what condition.Carmen and I decided to check a few of Fiona’s usual haunts—the places she might go when she needed to
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His Volition chapter 68: A price of love
The ride to the hospital was a blur, the sirens wailing above the frantic sounds of the medics working to stabilize me. Carmen stayed by my side the entire time, refusing to let go even as they rushed me into the emergency room. I could see the worry in her eyes, the exhaustion and pain etched into her face, but she didn’t waver.As the doctors took over, everything went dark. The last thing I felt was the warmth of Carmen’s hand in mine, her voice pleading with me to stay, to survive.When I awoke, the world was quiet. The pain was still there, a dull ache in my abdomen, but it was manageable. I blinked, trying to adjust to the bright lights of the hospital room. The sterile smell of antiseptic filled my nostrils, and the steady beep of monitors was the only sound.Carmen was there, sitting in a chair beside my bed, her hand still holding mine. Her eyes were closed, her head resting on the edge of the bed, as if she hadn’t left my side since we arrived. She looked exhausted, but even
His Volition Chapter 67: The final gambit
Fiona’s smile twisted into something cruel. “You really thought I’d make this easy for you? No, Sean, I’m going to keep her a little longer. Just until I’m sure everything is as it should be.”Panic flared inside me. This wasn’t the plan. If Fiona didn’t release Carmen today, I didn’t know how much longer we could keep up this charade. But before I could say anything more, Fiona’s phone buzzed in her pocket. She glanced at it, her smile faltering as she read something on the screen. Her eyes snapped back to me, narrowing with suspicion.“These documents… they’re fake, aren’t they?” she hissed, her voice filled with venom.I didn’t respond. There was nothing I could say to convince her otherwise. The truth was out, and I could see the rage building in her eyes.“You thought you could trick me, Sean? You’re going to regret this. I was going to let Carmen live, but now… now I’m going to make you watch as I finish her off.”Before I could react, she yanked Evie toward her, dragging my dau
His Volition CHAPTER 66 Higher Stakes
The morning light streamed through the windows, but I felt no warmth. After the call with Fiona, I was haunted by a sense of impending doom, the silence of the house was oppressive. Every second that passed was another second Carmen was in danger. I couldn't let Fiona get away with this, but I also couldn't act recklessly and put Carmen's life at even greater risk.I decided to contact the police. It was a calculated risk, but I had to try. I couldn't fight this battle alone. The officers I met with were seasoned professionals who assured me that they would handle the situation delicately, coordinating with specialists to ensure Carmen’s safety.But Fiona was one step ahead.Later that afternoon, my phone buzzed again. This time, it was a message. No words, just a video. My heart plummeted as I opened the file.The video was shaky, the lighting dim, but it was unmistakably Carmen. She was tied to a chair, her face pale and streaked with blood and dirt. Her breathing was shallow, her e
His Volition Chapter 65: Family Ties
The house was dark, the only light coming from the dim glow of the television that I wasn't watching. My mind was too preoccupied with thoughts of Carmen and the bleak future that seemed to stretch endlessly before me. The letter she had sent replayed in my mind over and over.The shrill ring of my phone jolted me from my thoughts. I glanced at the screen, not recognizing the number. For a moment, I considered letting it go to voicemail, but something compelled me to pick up."Hello?" I answered, my voice rough with fatigue and stress.There was a moment of silence on the other end, followed by a low, familiar laugh that sent a chill down my spine."Hello, Sean. Long time no speak."I froze, the voice instantly recognizable. Fiona."What do you want, Fiona?" I asked, trying to keep my voice steady, though my heart was racing. The last thing I needed right now was to deal with her.“Oh, Sean,” she purred, her voice dripping with malicious satisfaction, “I think you know exactly what I
His Volition Chapter 64: The Betrayal
The next morning, I awoke to an eerie silence in the house. It was the kind of quiet that usually followed a storm, but this time, the storm was just beginning. Carmen was already up, pacing in the living room with her phone clutched in her hand, her face pale and her eyes wide with disbelief."Carmen, what's wrong?" I asked, moving toward her, my heart sinking as I noticed the way her hands were trembling.She looked up at me in despair. "Sean, did you see the news? Did you see what they’ve said about me?"I shook my head, reaching out to take her phone. The headline on the screen made my blood run cold:“Exclusive: Carmen Whitney's Secret Battle with Infertility”The article went on to detail private and intimate struggles that Carmen and I had faced together, revealing her infertility to the world. It was a cruel invasion of our privacy, exposing something that we had only ever discussed in the safety of our home. The words were harsh, blaming her barrenness as the root cause of ta
His Volition Chapter 63: The News
The morning after the vow renewal ceremony, the house was filled with a peaceful silence, the kind that follows a night of joy and celebration. Carmen was still asleep, her face relaxed and content, and Lily was cuddled up with her stuffed animals. Everything seemed perfect, as if nothing could disrupt the happiness we had built.But life has a way of surprising you when you least expect it.I was in the kitchen, preparing breakfast, when my phone buzzed with a notification. I glanced at the screen, expecting it to be a message from a friend or perhaps Evelyn, thanking us for the wonderful event. Instead, it was a news alert.“Billionaire Sean Whitney Accused of Murdering ExWife, Mira.”My heart stopped. For a moment, I couldn’t breathe. The words on the screen blurred as panic surged through me. I quickly clicked on the link, my hands trembling, as I read the full article.“Sean Whitney, the billionaire entrepreneur known for his successful business empire, is facing shocking allegat
His Volition Chapter 62: Starting Over
Once Fiona had packed her bags, she stood by the door, looking around the house one last time. Her eyes landed on Lily’s toys scattered across the living room floor, and a fresh wave of tears welled up in her eyes.“Goodbye, Fiona,” Carmen said softly, stepping forward to give her a gentle hug. “I hope you find the help you need.”“Thank you, Carmen. For everything,” Fiona replied, her voice thick with so much emotion.I walked Fiona to the car, feeling the tension in the air as we made our way to her temporary destination. She had decided to stay with a friend until she could find a more permanent solution, and I hoped it would give her the space she needed to begin healing.When we arrived at her friend’s house, I helped her carry her bags to the door. Fiona turned to me, her eyes pleading. “Please tell Lily I love her. I didn’t mean to hurt anyone.”“I’ll tell her,” I promised, my heart aching. “But you need to focus on getting better. That’s the only way you’ll ever have a chance
His Volition Chapter 61: A Tea Party
The sun streamed through the windows, a warm glow over the living room. The air was filled with laughter. Lily had set up a pretend tea party in the middle of the floor, her stuffed animals arranged in a circle with Fiona and Carmen sitting beside her.“Here’s your tea, Mr. Bear,” Lily said, pouring imaginary tea into a tiny plastic cup. “And some cookies for you, Miss Bunny.”Fiona watched Lily with a gentle smile, her eyes following every move as she helped pour more imaginary tea. Watching them play, I felt a sense of peace. Fiona seemed to be adjusting well, and Lily was overjoyed to have her mom close.Carmen caught my eye, and we shared a smile. It seemed like things were finally falling into place. Fiona was attending her therapy sessions and working part-time at the local bookstore. Her energy was positive, and she seemed genuinely committed to making things work this time.“Would you like some tea, Daddy?” Lily asked, looking up at me with her big, bright eyes.“Of course, I’
His Volition Chapter 60: A Sacrificial Offering
When we arrived at her apartment building, the lights were off. I knocked on the door, hoping to hear her voice from inside. But there was nothing. I tried calling again, but the call went straight to voicemail.“Sean, maybe she’s just sleeping,” Carmen suggested, trying to reassure me. But I could hear the hesistation in her voice.“Maybe,” I replied, though I didn’t quite believe it myself.Just as we were about to leave, the door to the neighboring apartment opened, and an elderly woman peered out.“Are you looking for Fiona?” she asked, her voice curious.“Yes, we are. Have you seen her tonight?” I asked, hoping for some clue.The woman shook her head. “I heard her leave earlier, but she hasn’t come back. I thought it was strange since she usually comes back by now.”A cold knot tightened in my stomach. Fiona was out there somewhere, and we had no idea where or in what condition.Carmen and I decided to check a few of Fiona’s usual haunts—the places she might go when she needed to
