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Chapter Fifty
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2024-08-31 23:00:23As Samara turned the corner onto her street, she saw Damien waiting outside his apartment. He smiled when he saw her, and she felt a pang of guilt. She didn't know what to say to him, didn't know how to explain the emotions that were swirling inside her.
"Hey," Damien said, as she approached him. "How did it go with Frederick?"
Samara hesitated, unsure of how much to reveal. "It was...complicated," she said finally.
Damien nodded, his eyes filled with understanding. "I can imagine," he said. "Do you want to talk about it?"
Samara shook her head, feeling overwhelmed. "Not now," she said. "I just need some time to think."
Damien nodded again, his expression soft. "Okay," he said. "Take all the time you need."
Samara smiled weakly, feeling grateful for his patience and understanding. She knew that she didn't deserve it, but she was thankful nonetheless.
As she went inside, Samara felt like she was stepping into a void, unsure of what lay
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Tears pricked at the corner of Samara's eyes as her heart kept pounding from her argument with Damien. She had known that telling Damien she was leaving would be hard, but she hadn’t expected it to hurt this much.Her mind raced as she replayed the heated exchange in her head. Damien’s anger, his words, his disbelief—it had all cut deep. But beneath the pain and frustration, Samara knew she was doing the right thing. She needed to go back to Frederick, to at least try and rebuild what they had lost. There were no guarantees, but this was her chance to find closure, one way or another.Frederick sat in the dimly lit living room, the ticking of the clock on the wall the only sound breaking the silence. The night had stretched on longer than he had anticipated, and each passing hour made him more anxious. Samara was supposed to come home today. He had spent the day in a state of restless anticipation, checking his phone every few minutes for a message or call, but nothing came.He ran a
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Frederick hesitated for a moment before opening the door, his worst fears confirmed as Samara stood there, her eyes wide with shock as they landed on Caroline, standing in the middle of their living room with a luggage at her feet."Samara…" Frederick began, his voice barely a whisper.Samara’s gaze shifted between the two of them, confusion and betrayal clouding her features. "What is she doing here?" she asked, her voice trembling.Caroline folded her arms across her chest, her chin lifting defiantly. "I’m moving in."Frederick shot Caroline a glare, his hands clenching into fists at his sides. "That hasn't been decided," he said firmly, turning back to Samara. "Samara, please, let me explain.""Explain what?" Samara demanded, her voice breaking. "That the woman you slept with and got pregnant is moving into our home?"Frederick stepped toward her, panic rising in his chest. "Samara, I didn’t know she was coming. I
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The tension in the room was palpable. Samara's eyes never left Caroline's face, her anger and hurt simmering just below the surface. Caroline, sensing the hostility, took a step back, her eyes darting between Samara and Frederick. "Let's get some things clear," Samara said, her voice icy. "You're staying here, but that doesn't mean I have to like it." Caroline nodded, her expression cautious. "I understand. I don't like it either." Frederick intervened, his voice calm. "Samara, please. We need to make this work." Samara's gaze snapped to his. "Make what work? This... arrangement?" Frederick nodded. "Yes. For the baby's sake." Samara's eyes narrowed. "And what about our marriage? What about the baby I am carrying?"Frederick took a step closer. "Our marriage is priority, Samara. But we can't ignore Caroline's situation.""...and you're still not sure who the father is?" Caroline chipped in, and Samara's frown deepened."That's none of your business, Caroline." she spat out.Caro
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The morning light seeped into the house, casting a calm over the tension that lingered from the night before. Frederick stirred, slipping out of bed carefully so as not to wake Samara. He was determined to keep his promise to her, to show her that his commitment was unwavering. But he also knew that with Caroline around, it would be a delicate balance, one he couldn’t ignore.After getting dressed, Frederick headed to the kitchen. He was surprised to find Caroline already there, casually leaning against the counter with a cup of coffee in her hand.“Good morning,” she greeted with a faint smile.Frederick nodded, keeping his tone neutral. “Morning.”She took a sip, watching him over the rim of her cup. “Rough night?”Frederick’s jaw clenched, but he kept his voice measured. “Caroline, we need to have a talk.”Her eyebrows lifted as she placed her coffee down. “Oh? About what?”“Boundaries,” he said firmly. “I need you to respect the fact that this is my home—my home with Samara. I kno
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Later that evening, as Caroline sat alone in her room, a plan began to form in her mind. She knew she had to tread carefully; Frederick was already teetering between guilt and frustration, and the last thing she wanted was to push him further toward Samara. But if she could create moments that drew him back to her, moments that reminded him of their past together, she might have a chance.The sound of footsteps approached her door. She quickly composed herself, arranging a hint of sadness on her face. When she looked up, she found Frederick standing there, a tentative look in his eyes."Can we talk?" he asked, his voice soft.Caroline nodded, putting on a tired smile. "Of course."Frederick stepped inside, hesitating before taking a seat across from her. He let out a deep sigh, running a hand over his face. “Caroline… I need to know that we’re on the same page here. I want to support you and our child, but I need this to be a peaceful arrangement.”Caroline held his gaze, her eyes sof
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Caroline couldn’t deny the thrill she felt at getting so close to Frederick again. But she knew she needed a stronger advantage. Frederick’s loyalty to Samara was difficult to break through, and if she wanted any chance at regaining his attention, she’d need a new angle. Her thoughts turned to someone who might just help her: Damien. If anyone understood the tension in Frederick and Samara’s relationship, it was him.The next day, Caroline was at her vanity, deep in thought. She needed more influence, a way to make things shift in her favor. She needed to get Damien's contact.She found a way to get hold of Samara's phone, steathily she scrolled through her contacts until she found Damien’s name. She hurriedly copied the number, as a plan began to form in her mind.Alone once again in her room, Caroline brought out her phone , and typed a message:"I think we need to talk. I have a plan that might interest you."- Caroline.With a quick tap, she sent the message.Damien responded with
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As Caroline closed the door softly behind her, she couldn’t shake the feeling that her words had left an imprint on Frederick. He might not have reciprocated openly, but she could sense the turmoil in his eyes—the internal struggle she’d carefully coaxed to the surface. It was only a matter of time before his defenses would weaken, and that was all she needed.Later that night, in her room, she texted Damien to confirm their next steps:"Planted the seed with Frederick. Now it's your turn to keep Samara… busy. ”Damien wasted no time. The next afternoon, he invited Samara for a casual lunch, suggesting a quaint little café in town. Samara had hesitated initially, but her mind was so tangled with doubt that she found herself agreeing. A quiet lunch with a Damien seemed harmless, and Damien’s company offered her an escape, a reprieve from the tense atmosphere at home. She knew she was playing with fire, hanging out with Damien, but she decided to give him a benefit of doubt.At a cozy,
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Frederick stared at the photos, his hand gripping them tightly as he processed the implications. Each image seemed to capture an intimacy between Samara and Damien he hadn’t considered, a closeness that struck him deeply. The tenderness in Samara's gaze, her hand in Damien's, felt like a betrayal—one that his mind couldn’t shake off.Caroline watched his reaction closely, her heart beating faster with satisfaction as she noticed the conflict brewing in Frederick’s eyes. She took a step closer, her voice soft and comforting. “I’m so sorry, Frederick. I know you didn’t want you to see them like this, but… you deserve to know.”Frederick’s jaw clenched as he flipped through the photos, each image feeling like a dagger twisting further into his trust. He turned to Caroline, trying to mask his emotions but failing. “I never expected this. Samara and Damien… I thought she was done with him.”Caroline placed a gentle hand on his arm, her expression empathetic. “Maybe she’s struggling with he
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Samara shook her head, trying to dispel the lingering “what ifs.” Dwelling on the past wouldn’t change the reality she now faced. Ethan deserved her full focus, and she couldn’t afford to let her unresolved feelings for Frederick—or the growing cracks in her relationship with Damien—cloud her judgment.Her phone buzzed again. This time, it wasn’t Damien.Debrah: How’s it going? Thought I’d check in after our chat last night. You okay?Samara let out a bitter laugh. Debrah always had a knack for reaching out at just the right—or wrong—moment.Samara: I’ve had better mornings. Frederick just left. Things are… complicated.The reply came almost instantly.Debrah: Complicated doesn’t even begin to describe your life right now. Call me when you’re ready to vent. I’m here.Samara smiled faintly, grateful for her sister’s unwavering support, even when she felt entirely untethered.Her gaze drifted to the table, where her phone displayed Damien’s unanswered text. She hesitated, torn between c
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Samara’s resolve felt a little stronger as she finally allowed herself to close her eyes. The weight of the day hadn’t entirely lifted, but Debrah’s words provided a flicker of clarity in the chaos. She needed to stop letting others’ expectations and manipulations shape her decisions.Ethan’s face, etched with innocence and joy, floated into her mind. He was her anchor, her purpose, the one pure thing in all of this mess. She would protect him fiercely—even if it meant standing alone against the storm brewing around her.But as much as she wanted peace, sleep eluded her. Thoughts of Damien, Frederick, and Caroline tangled together, forming a knot of unease in her chest. Debrah’s pointed question lingered too: What’s your plan with Damien?Samara had been dodging the answer. Maybe because deep down, she already knew what it was—she just wasn’t ready to face it.Her phone buzzed again, jolting her upright. The screen illuminated with a message from Damien.Damien: I meant what I said ea
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At home, Samara sank onto the couch, her head in her hands. Her phone buzzed on the table, and she hesitated before picking it up.Caroline: I hope you took my advice to heart. Frederick and I are stronger than ever, and I’d hate for anything—or anyone—to come between that.Samara stared at the message, her grip tightening around the phone. Caroline’s words echoed in her mind, stirring a mixture of anger, frustration, and something she didn’t want to admit—doubt.Her fingers tightened around the phone, her frustration boiling over. For the first time, she allowed herself to feel the full weight of the tangled mess her life had become.Samara stared at the message, Caroline’s words echoed in her mind, stirring a mixture of anger, frustration, and something she didn’t want to admit—doubt.Her jaw clenched as she dropped the phone onto the couch and stood, pacing the small living room. The audacity of Caroline to send such a message infuriated her. It wasn’t just the words—it was the thi
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The next day, sunlight streamed through the hospital window, its warmth doing little to ease the chill in Samara’s chest. She sat by Ethan’s bedside, watching him stir awake with a weak but comforting smile.“Good morning, sweetheart,” she whispered, brushing his hair back.Ethan’s small hand reached out, and she held it gently. “Mama’s here,” she reassured him.A knock at the door broke the moment. Samara turned, expecting Damien or a nurse, but instead, Caroline walked in, her heels clicking softly against the tiled floor.Samara tensed. “Caroline. I wasn’t expecting you.”Caroline offered a polite smile, but her eyes gleamed with a sharpness that made Samara uneasy. “Good morning, Samara. I hope I’m not intruding.”Samara gestured vaguely. “It’s fine. Is Frederick with you?”“No, he’s at work,” Caroline replied, moving closer. Her gaze flickered briefly to Ethan before settling on Samara. “I thought I’d stop by and see how Ethan is doing.”“He’s stable,” Samara answered cautiously.
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The tension in the air lingered long after Damien left the room, his footsteps echoing down the corridor. Samara stood frozen, tears blurring her vision as she looked at Ethan, who was now peacefully asleep.Her mind raced, replaying the events of the night. Damien’s words, Frederick’s hurt expression, and Ethan’s fragile smile all swirled together in a maelstrom of emotions. She sank into the chair beside Ethan’s bed, resting her head in her hands, her shoulders shaking with silent sobs.A soft knock at the door startled her, and she quickly wiped her tears. Frederick stood there, hesitant but resolute.“Can I come in?” he asked softly.She nodded, her voice barely audible. “Of course.”Frederick stepped inside, his gaze immediately drawn to Ethan. His face softened, a blend of awe and heartbreak etched into his features. He pulled up a chair and sat beside her, the silence between them heavy but not unwelcome.“I’m sorry for earlier,” Frederick began, his voice quiet. “I didn’t mean
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The hours after Ethan’s transfusion stretched on, filled with tense silences and fleeting moments of fragile hope. Samara sat beside Ethan’s hospital bed, watching him sleep, the rhythmic rise and fall of his chest the only reassurance she had. Damien stood by the window, his arms crossed, his gaze fixed on the cityscape outside, though his mind was elsewhere.Frederick’s words echoed in Samara’s head: He’s my son. The finality of the statement rattled her, each syllable hammering into her heart with unrelenting force. She had spent years building a life with Damien, but this moment had shattered the illusion that their life was complete.Her eyes flit to Frederick, who sat silently across the hallway. He leaned against the wall, his arms crossed, as his gaze meet hers through the glass.Ethan stir in the bed and soft whimper broke the heavy silence. Samara instantly leaned over him, her voice gentle. “Hey, sweetheart. Mommy’s here.”Ethan blinked up at her, his small hand reaching fo
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Samara’s hands trembled as she fumbled for her phone. Damien’s words echoed in her ears, each syllable slicing through her already frazzled mind. Frederick? After all this time? She hadn’t spoken to him in years, not since she had chosen to move forward with Damien.“Samara, we don’t have time,” Damien urged, his voice strained. His usual calm demeanor had been replaced with sheer desperation.She nodded, her fingers unsteady as she dialed the number she had sworn never to call again. The ringing felt endless, each tone heightening her anxiety.Finally, a familiar voice answered. “Samara?”Her breath caught. Hearing Frederick’s voice after so long sent an unwelcome pang through her chest. “Frederick,” she managed, her voice breaking. “I… I need your help. It’s my son, Ethan. He’s in the hospital. They say neither Damien nor I are a match for a blood transfusion. You… you might be.”There was silence on the other end of the line, and for a moment, she thought he might hang up. Then his
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Two Years LaterThe morning sun filtered through the drapes of the room, casting a golden glow on Samara as she stood before the mirror in her bridal gown. She turned slightly, smoothing the lace sleeves and adjusting the delicate veil cascading down her back. Her heart swelled with a mix of excitement and nerves—today was the day she’d officially start a new chapter with Damien, the man who had been her rock for the past two years.In the adjoining room, Damien fussed with his tie, a rare grin lighting up his face. He glanced at the reflection in the mirror and chuckled softly to himself. The past two years had been a whirlwind—but today he finally gets what he wanted, everything felt perfect."Samara," he called out, stepping into the room where she stood. "You look breathtaking. Are you ready to finally make this official?"She turned, her smile radiant. “I’ve been ready, Damien. Let’s do this.”Their moment was interrupted by the patter of small feet. Their two-year-old son, Ethan,
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Damien nodded, pulling her into his arms, offering her a safe space to release the emotions that had been building up inside her. She allowed herself to cry, feeling the catharsis of finally letting go of the past and the heartbreak that had accompanied it. Damien held her, his presence steady and reassuring.After a while, they moved inside, and he guided her to sit down with him on the couch. “You’ve been through so much, Samara. And now that it’s all out in the open, maybe… maybe it’s time to focus on building something new. For you, for the baby.”She looked at him, wiping her tears. “It feels surreal, letting go of something I held onto so tightly. I thought Frederick would be the one by my side through all of this, but… I guess life has its own plans.”Damien brushed a stray lock of hair from her face. “Sometimes, what we need isn’t what we think it is. I’ll be here for you, however you need me. I know we’ve both made mistakes, but I’m ready to be there for you and our baby if y
