ARIANNA"This is so beautiful, the walls and ceiling were really carved by a skilled professional" I awed at the intricate design of my new mansion.I felt so happy and overwhelmed with joy, I never thought I would be able to afford such a luxurious house with so many fascinating features. After five years of leaving this city, I am finally back but this time I have my own house."Yes dear, it really is a masterpiece....." Mother concord to my praises. "Simon, eat up please..... Open.... there you go" Mother fed Simon baby food in the living room while different staffs that work for a renovation company sauntered in with different things.They brought my numerous air conditioners, my plant pots, my television screen, my fish tank and other furnitures.Boxes were unboxed and materials were put in place to fully add to the beautiful home I built.Bailey, my cousin also helped feeding my child, she was so helpful with taking care of him. Father paced around, making sure all our belong
ARIANNA"No I am not doing it Daniel. Go back to those people and tell them that!" I yelled over to phone as I meandered my way to the sofa."Arianna this is a big opportunity for you. They are going to pay you a lot of money if you agree to be the chef in charge of their baby shower. You can not afford to loose this opportunity!" Daniel, my manager and also confidant tried to talk me into selling off my well deserved vacation for a couple of cash.I am wealthy enough and I am contented. I came back from touring around Europe because I wanted to rest and be away from the hassle and stress of the kitchen. If Daniel could just understand my point!I do not even know why he gave a listening ear to those people! He of all people knew that I did not want to engage in any strenuous activity during my stay in America. "I do not care about the money Dan! I came here for a vacation. You of all people should know that!" I tried to explain myself.I just wanted to be on a low in America and n
The air was filled with laughter and excitement as different people meandered around the supermarket, children and their parents sauntered in and out with their different goods.As Ian and Arianna walked in, their ears were filled with uncommon voices from different parts of the supermarket. Their eyes fed on various groceries, toys, wears and other accessories. The framed photo of a child and his father caught Simon’s attention, he walked over to take a closer look and instantly, a sadistic look appeared on his face. The feeling of not having a father purged him internally, almost teary at the image his eyes were fixated on. Ian noticed Simon’s facial expression and walked over to have a chat with him whilst Arianna picked up different groceries.“Hey it’s alright” Ian patted Simon on the head as his knees met the ground."Where is my daddy? Everybody has a daddy uncle Ian apart from me" Simon sobbed.He felt really sorry for Simon, growing up without a father must be really hard
ANNE I could not think. I could barely even concentrate on anything or let my thoughts wander to any other person apart from Arianna and her son whom I met today at the super market. I am still in shock as to the woman I saw. That woman was not the Arianna I knew in the past. No she can not be. She looked so wealthy, had an aura of authority flowing all around her with her top class elegance to match. Even her outfits were different. No! Impossible. I bolted up from the sofa and paced all around the living room. That could not just be Arianna. How? How did she get to look so rich? And her son, that same boy I saw Lucas feeding buscuits to, was he really Ian son?Or were they both lying?God. My heart suddenly began pounding within me and it felt like my pulse was racing at three-sixty beat per minute.I remember one time in the past, Lucas told me that he had a suspicion concerning the closeness between Ian and Arianna. He felt they were having something romantic behind his back.
Rose manuevred the steering wheels of her car as she drove towards an average classic family house.Her nose scrunched at the dilapidated house with falling paints, partly broken windows with a run down car on the front lawn.That was Arianna's house. Or now, her former house.After Anne had divulged her strange findings on meeting a wealthier Arianna in the supermarket the previous day, Rose was very much eager to check things out for herself.And as for Arianna and Ian having a son together, it seemed to be unbelievable to be a true.The more she thought about it, the more disconcerted her features became.It was absurd for Ian to marry Arianna. Was it not the same Arianna who always claimed that nothing was going on between her and Ian in the past? So now was something really going on between them?And if Ian and Arianna truly had a son together, it would have been in every blogger and paparazzi's tongue. The internet would have buzzing of news concerning it. Ian was a really top
ARIANNAI meandered towards the huge mahogany double door of Ian's house, he did say he wanted to see me and I was eager to know what was going on.He probably wants to show me his new business model or his lastest milestone achievement or maybe just some random talk but either ways, hanging out with Ian was always nice.Clutching onto Simon's hand, I calmly knocked Ian's door with my other hand.In a split second, the door opened up and the Ian's eyes were fixated on me and Simon."Arianna I am so glad you are here, come in" He said with a beaming smile."Yes I am too, were you expecting someone else? Bailey?"I asked cheekily, I loved teasing him about Bailey and he always responded with a chuckle but this time it was different."No, I thought she came back here again" He said whilst combing his hair with his five fingers."Who? Someone came here before?" I inquired quizzically."Yes, Rose was here an hour ago" He uttered plainly, the mention of her name caused my brows to furrow inv
ANNE I applied some nude lip gloss on my lips as I scrutinised my reflection in the mirror. I could not be more happier! Rose's discovery may have sounded like a death threat to Rose but not to me. It signified that Arianna's presence was not going to affect me in any way. Lucas was fully mine and mine alone. I will maintain my hold as the daughter inlaw of this wealthy family, and more importantly, the fame and prestige that came with it.And Arianna also had a good man who seemed like he could burn the entire world for her. So she would not be in any way tempted to get back together with Lucas.Rose could be sulking in her room for all I cared. I was less bothered about it all. All that mattered to me was my position in Lucas' life and this family."C'mon Lucas, you have to be ready. Anna's manager scheduled an appointment with us by one pm and this is twelve already" I said to Lucas the moment he walked into the room."You know I do not even think going to meet this so called ch
"Right this way Mr and Mrs Hilton" Daniel, Arianna's manager smiled formally at the duo as he led them to Arianna's office.Anne beamed with excitement, ready to meet the world renowned chef whilst Lucas was anything but interested at this meeting.For someone whom they had to beg to meet, he was not in anyway excited to meet her. It spoke alot about her personality to him.But Anne wanted to hear nothing of that sort. All that mattered to her was climbing the social ladder of the society. She was ready to lick the soles of the vague chef if it will get her to be the talk of the media. Somehow it saddened Lucas' heart alot that Anne did not prioritise family ties the way Arianna did. And this fault of hers came to limelight with the sudden illness of his mother. Anne never liked to go see the poor women on her sick bed. Lucas would always force her to go and even when she went there, her face would be disconcerted and permeated with disgust at how nauseating the entire room felt.
ARIANNASIX MONTHS LATER "I'd be donating a sum of five million dollars to this foundation as my own way of empowering women to become stronger, more independent, more resilient in the face of challenges because....."I had barely even completed my speech on the stage when a wave of ovation took the air.Every one was cheering for me, calling my name and the cameras were flashing at I and Simon's direction.I stared down at Simon who seemed enthralled by the various lights flashing at him. I waited for the applaud to die down before I began speaking again."I had never things easy for me when growing up. And I know it's not easy for you all out there too, struggling in the face of economic challenges, marital issues, personal challenges and the likes but I do not want you to ever give up. Yes this is for all of you..." the ovation swept the air once more but I still kept on speaking."Don't ever give up. Because when life throws you lemons, you know what you do with it? You make fuc
ARIANNAI never for once imagined I'd be delighted to see the home of the Hiltons ever again.I watched with relief as the broad gates of the mansion parted for Ian to drive in with I and Simon. Lucas and Rose followed us behind which gave me a sense of security and peace. Honestly I still felt alot traumatized and frightened. Even when Ian was still driving on the high way, I was always on the edge. My eyes would glance at everyone we passed in fear. I can't imagine the traumatic effects this would have on Simon. When I came back to America after six years, I never expected that this was what laid in store for me.From running into Lucas and Anne, to coming to work for them again, dealing with Anne's overbearing attitude and her schemes, finding out about the truth of her unborn baby and almost getting killed for it. Truly fate had outdone itself in this one.Ian drove his car into the parking area and came down to open up for I and Simon. It was already dusk by the time we ar
Rose sat in her room patiently in expectant of a call.She just knew her guts were right and Anne had proved her true. Yes, she still did not love Arianna that much to call her a friend but after all her tireless efforts to get her mother recovering again, this was the least she could do. Once in a while, she would glance down at her phone screen expecting to see Ian's caller Id pop up.She had tried calling him throughout yesterday but he was not reachable. She had to resort to texting him about the shocking information she had gotten from Anne. Ian did reply her text late at night. He apologised for not answering her calls as he had a very busy day and he promised to call her back the next morning which was what she was waiting for.Anne was clearly now more dangerous and cunny than Rose could ever imagine.Kidnapping Arianna was one thing but also kidnapping her little son? That was totally extreme.And time was running out fast. Anne was murderous at this point and Rose knew it
ANNEA Week LaterI listened and watched in disgust as Lucas ranted all over the place, yelling at the cops over the phone for their inability to find Arianna and Simon.It has been a week since she got missing and Lucas will not let anyone hear the end of it. He is always on his toes, calling the cops every now and then to get the latest info concerning Arianna's and her son disappearance. The police station is more or less his second home now and it pissess me off every fucking time. Why will Arianna not let me breathe properly in this house?!Even now that she ain't here, she still has my good for nothing husband in her captive, twirling him like a puppet.If not for the wealth, fame and recognition I get as being the daughter inlaw and wife of this family, I swear on everything I believe in, I would have left Lucas a long time ago.He is such a sorry ass of a man. All these gives me more resolve to end that lousy bitch and her fucking son. Hiring goons to kidnap them was literall
LUCAS I felt pissed and annoyed. Ever since I had that call with Ian, I was just not myself anymore.He was so possessive about her.I know they have a child together but I just can not come to terms with that fact. I care about Arianna too and not just him. But she will never notice that and I do not blame her either.I did so many awful things to her in the past which I am not proud of. Some times I just wish I could write back the hands of time and go back to the past to fix my mistakes. I would make sure I treat Arianna like a queen, adore and care for her like how any sane husband would do for his wife.Just the constant reminder of how happy she is now with Ian vexes me.And I am stuck with a wife as over bearing as Anne.Even now hours later, one would expect that my annoyance had cooled off but as I stepped foot inside the house, I seemed to get more tensed.With a dejected sigh, I climbed the flights of stairs, heading for my mother's room.Arianna must probably be feedi
ARIANNASleep eroded me, I could barely even concentrate on anything or anyone around me.I stayed awake the entire night, restless as ever and worried as hell.I have fucking screwed up. God! How did that I let this happen to me?How did I make such a terrible mistake? Oh man. My lack of sleep had caused eyebags to appear underneath my orbs, giving me a dull rimmed appearance.My hair was messy and disheveled, a testament to the anxiety I was currently facing.How could I let this happen? How did Anne get the test result before me?God dammit! I made sure to be very careful and diligent. I left no turn unturned in getting her to do that paternity test and now when I almost had it all in my grasps, it just slip out of my reach. Fuck I am going insane.I could barely sleep at all and the comfortable sheets of my bed felt like hot coals on my skin.Pushing the sheets of my leg, I stood up with rickety feet and slipped my legs in my footwear.I have not even informed Ian yet. How coul
"Mummy mummy" Simon eagerly shook Arianna, drawing her attention away from the double doors of the living room to her over energetic six year old son."What? What is it Simon?" Arianna replied absent mindedly. Her eyes trailed back towards the doors, restless as ever.Simon diverted his gaze to the doors, tilting his head to the side whilst wondering what captured his mother's attention at the door."Mummy what are you looking at?" Simon asked, his curiosity piqued.Arianna sighed heavily and stood up from the couch, her restless feet beginning to pace all around the living room. "Simon can you tell me what you want please darling?" Today was the day Anne's paternity test result was going to be delivered to the mansion.Sarah had texted her multiple times to be on the lookout for the test result so as not to get it delivered into the wrongs hands and today Anne had not left the mansion since morning.It all created huge waves of anxiety and restlessness in Arianna.Her feet eagerly da
ARIANNA"Is she still asleep?" Ian asked me as we drove to the hospital.I nodded, catching a sneak peak of Anne who laid fast asleep next to me in the car.I honestly can not believe I am so close to exposing her for the liar that she is. "Yes she is Ian. But you have to drive faster. We really need to get to the hospital before she wakes up" I responded back.Ian honked at the cars he felt that were blocking his path and drove further ahead, whilst I kept on keeping a careful eye on Anne to make sure she was not awake."What will you tell her if she ends up waking up at the hospital?" He asked me.I shrugged my shoulders at his question and a grin stole my lips, "That is not hard. I can just tell her she passed out and we drove her here for a checkup" "And what if she asks about her prodigal husband? What will you say?" Ian smirked."Really? Prodigal husband?" I laughed out."I am just saying what I feel he should be called" "Well I will just say that Lucas left for home to get h
ARIANNA"Ian I am serious. Lucas seems so genuinely sorry for everything. I could really feel his sincerity even from the way he spoke to me and from the look in his eyes. There was no hiding it" I spoke to Ian over the phone. My eyes would momentarily gaze down to stare at a sleeping Simon and to make sure he was not awake. I needed him fully asleep so that I could concentrate on the more serious issues at hand in order to pull off this plan I had. Today was the perfect day to launch it.Rose won't be coming back home tonight and Father was on one of his usual business trips.It felt like Lucas had left the running of the family's company to his sister and father.It is just going to be I, Lucas and Anne home.I just have to do this today because who knows when I will have this sort of opportunity!?"Arianna honestly I do not even know why we are spending our time trying to help him. If it were not for you, I would not even be the least interested because he deserves everything that