Chapter 25 I woke up late because Arthur woke me up last night, I rushed to go and saw Rosie at the dining table but with her plate empty, it seemed like she had just finished breakfast, her eyes were a little puffy but I didn't have time to ask, I just took a sip of milk in her glass before leaving. I didn't even have time to dress up and just tied my hair with a clip, I took one of Mary's cars in the basement. When I stopped at a red light I tried to put a little make-up on my face especially lipstick on my lips so I didn't look pale, I didn't have time to take a shower and only washed my face and brushed my teeth. This was indeed not a good day for me, I haven't even had time to study the material in today's meeting. I took the time to stop by the drive-thru coffee shop to order a hot latte as usual and make sure I wasn't late. When I arrived at the office I immediately brought my coffee cup and my bag, I kept hearing the ringing on my phone but I ignored it because I had to
Chapter 26I also don't know why I'm here now, I came to the address Arthur gave me and stood in front of someone's unit.Of course, I still had a chance to save myself before everything got even more chaotic, but I couldn't, my feet couldn't move from there, I pressed the bell and waited for who would open the door for me.The door opened and I saw Arthur there, was this his other property? Why did he bring me here?"Come in," Arthur said and I immediately went inside without hesitation, but I was quite surprised to see the room empty, it seemed like a new unit that Arthur bought, did he buy this unit just to trap me?That's right, he's a murderer I should have thought of that before I came here, my heart was going crazy, my mind was quite confused and I became a little scared. I hoped I could seduce him and make him forget about the plan to kill me if that's what he was thinking."Why did you ask me to come here?" I walked towards the large window, I could see the whole city from th
Chapter 27 It should have been my turn after 10 years, I thought Sarah was dead in that prison, but it seems she was just hiding, I'm sick of myself like this, how could I almost fall for his words, hearing all his words as if he was saying the right thing but I know he just wanted to fool me again. knock…knock… "Come in," Rosie must have come to invite me to dinner, the door opened and her face appeared there, she didn't say anything at that time just standing in front of my door. "What's wrong? Is dinner ready?" "No, I'm not cooking tonight, can we have dinner outside? I want to eat seafood on the beach," Rosie said. Suddenly her request confused me, because she never invited me like this, where was the cold Rosie? Did something happen to her? Maybe I should ask Jodie about this. “Yeah sure, I’ll change my clothes first,” Rosie just nodded before closing my bedroom door, actually, I also wanted to ask her something, I found her eyes puffy this morning and I’m sure she’s bee
Chapter 28 I woke up from my sleep with a strong decision, I don't know why I could be this stupid, I know I'm entering the same game, and I let myself get too into it, I won't let Arthur win this game again, regardless of what he told me, he is still the reason for my misery. 10 years should have been more than enough for me to hate him, all the memories he built for me were just a momentary illusion, all of that never existed, only I made it seem real Arthur was never a real man for me, he was just a loser, he was just a man who always looked down on every woman. Making other people his scapegoats and making his victims feel guilty for mistakes they never made, that's Arthur. "Hi Sarah, what's up?" Luke said I called him when I got to my office. “Hi, we should meet, we have a lot to talk about,” “Okay I’ll pick you up at lunch, I’ll meet Brie first, she asked me to meet her,” Luke said. “What? No!” “No? What do you mean?” Luke said. “No, don’t meet her, I’m your fiancé, wha
Chapter 29Luke was right about one thing, I guess I was just afraid to try again, even though we agreed not to bring our feelings into this, it didn't mean we couldn't do anything, and it was true, that I could do it without love. Maybe that's what Arthur did to me before and I stupidly believed that it was love.We started making plans and Luke asked me to reconnect with Clara, it had been a long time since we met and maybe this was the time for me to show my other side as Sarah."I'll pick you up later, have fun Sarah," Luke said before kissing my forehead and letting me out of his car, it was nice to be this close to Luke.We stopped in front of a fancy restaurant that Clara had booked for lunch with me, the woman was really something, I just sent her a message and she immediately asked me to meet, what would happen if she found out that I was also Arthur's wife.A waiter escorted me to the VIP room and when the door opened I could see Clara there alone, wearing a dress with small
Chapter 30 The ringing of the phone woke me up… I opened my eyes and Luke was still beside me, his arms still hugging me warmly, I slowly released myself from his embrace and reached for my phone on the nightstand, it was Arthur. I knew he would call me again, I think he was getting very worried about my relationship with Luke. Slowly getting out of the room hoping my footsteps wouldn’t wake Luke from his deep sleep. Making sure no one was there including Rosie, before answering Arthur’s call. “Hello?” “Are you serious?” Arthur said. “About what?” “You and Luke, I know there’s nothing special between you two, why go this far? Is this all just to make me jealous?” Arthur said. “You seem very bothered by what Luke and I did, we didn’t do it for you Arthur, but because we love each other, what makes you like this anyway? Does our presence make you restless?” “I know you still love me, Sarah, I can feel it in your kiss,” Arthur said. “My kiss? As far as I can remember it was yo
Chapter 31Luke drove me to Arthur's apartment, he looked quite upset but he didn't say anything, it was just obvious on his face, he didn't even look at me when he dropped me off at the lobby.He just said he would pick me up, I couldn't refuse since I saw his bitter face like that.I called Arthur and told him that I had arrived there and would be going up to his unit soon, I wore his favorite maroon dress, I don't know why he likes seeing me in this color, I just tied my hair and let a few strands fall in front of my face, my tattoo was also visible, too sexy to meet the bastard who had ruined my life.Ringing the bell in front of his unit, I was busy tidying up my clothes until the door opened in front of me and Arthur appeared there, he was wearing a black knit sweater with his sleeves rolled up, I could smell the room very fragrant, I went inside when Arthur greeted me with a smile.What happened to him?“I’m sure you haven’t had lunch, I made you some curry ramen, I just learne
Chapter 32Upon arriving at the lobby of my residence, Luke still had a sour face, he didn't even look at me or even talk to me, it was strange because he didn't need to be like this to me and why did I feel guilty towards him now?"Aren't you going to stop by?""No, thanks, I have to see Brie," Luke said, come on this isn't a competition between us Luke, do you have to do this after what I did with Arthur?"Oh okay, have fun,"I just got out of his car, he didn't say anything after that and his car just drove away, I immediately went up to my penthouse.The door opened and I saw Rosie at the dining table, with snacks and her laptop, she turned to me and seemed to scan my body from head to toe."What's wrong?"I passed her and went to the kitchen to get some water, I knew she was still looking at me at that time, she looked confused because it was visible on her face."You look messed up," Rosie said.“Really?”“What have you done? Didn’t you answer Luke’s phone? He sounded worried wh
Chapter 76 Five months had passed, and Sarah's baby bump was now visible. The pregnancy had brought a new sense of joy and purpose to her life. She and Luke had become inseparable, and their love for each other had only grown stronger. One sunny afternoon, they decided to visit Cheesy Cheese, their favorite restaurant, for lunch. As they walked in, Rosie's face lit up with a warm smile. She rushed over to Sarah, embracing her tightly. "Oh, Sarah! You're glowing!" Rosie exclaimed, eyeing Sarah's baby bump. "I'm so happy for you!" Jodie, the restaurant's owner, also came over to congratulate Sarah. "You two are going to make amazing parents!" he said, beaming with excitement. As they sat down at their favorite table, Luke couldn't help but notice how happy Sarah looked. She was radiant, and her eyes sparkled with joy. He smiled, feeling grateful to be a part of her life. Their food arrived, and Sarah dug in with gusto. Luke chuckled as he watched her savor each bite. "You're
Chapter 75 Rosie pulled back from the hug and looked up at Luke with serious eyes. "Luke, I need to tell you something else," she said. "Sarah's been having a really tough time lately. She's been feeling anxious and scared, and she's been having trouble sleeping." Luke's expression turned concerned, and he nodded for Rosie to continue. "She's been trying to hide it from you, Luke, but I can see it. She's terrified of Arthur, and she's terrified of what might happen to her and the baby," Rosie said, her voice barely above a whisper. Luke's jaw clenched in anger, and he looked like he was ready to take on the world. But Rosie placed a hand on his arm, calming him down. "Luke, I need you to promise me something," she said. "I need you to promise me that you won't say anything to Sarah about this. She's not ready to talk about it, and I don't want her to feel like we're ganging up on her." Luke's expression turned thoughtful, and he nodded slowly. "I promise, Rosie. I won't say anyt
Chapter 74As they watched the movie, Sarah couldn't help but feel a sense of relaxation wash over her. She had been so stressed out lately, what with Arthur's threats and her own personal demons. But being surrounded by Luke and Rosie, watching a silly rom-com, made her feel like everything was going to be okay.As the movie played on, Sarah found herself laughing and smiling along with the characters on screen. She felt like she was finally starting to unwind, to let go of all the tension and anxiety that had been building up inside her.But just as she was starting to relax, Sarah's phone buzzed with an incoming text. She hesitated for a moment, wondering if she should ignore it or check to see who it was. But something about the timing of the text made her feel uneasy, and she decided to check it.As she pulled out her phone and looked at the screen, her heart sank. The text was from an unknown number, and all it said was: "I'm watching you."Sarah's eyes widened as she felt a chi
Chapter 73 Sarah, Luke, and Rosie pulled up to the familiar sight of Cheesy Cheese, the fast food restaurant where Sarah used to work. Rosie, who was sitting in the backseat, let out a excited squeal as they parked the car. "I'm so down for some cheesy goodness!" she exclaimed, bouncing up and down in her seat. Sarah laughed and playfully rolled her eyes. "You're such a cheese addict, Rosie." Luke chuckled and put his arm around Sarah. "Well, I think we can all agree that Cheesy Cheese has the best cheeseburgers in town." As they walked into the restaurant, Sarah was hit with a wave of nostalgia. The smell of fried potatoes and sautéed onions wafted through the air, transporting her back to her days working behind the counter. Jodie, the manager of Cheesy Cheese, looked up from the kitchen and did a double take as he saw Sarah walking towards him. "Sarah! Oh my god, it's been ages!" he exclaimed, rushing over to give Sarah a hug. Sarah laughed and hugged Jodie back. "I k
Chapter 72 Sarah emerged from the bathroom, the pregnancy test clutched in her hand. Luke's eyes locked onto hers, and he could see the result written all over her face. It was negative. Luke's face fell, and he couldn't help but feel a pang of disappointment. He had been so excited at the prospect of becoming a father, and now it seemed like that dream was still out of reach. Rosie, who had just woken up, stumbled out of the bedroom, bleary-eyed and confused. "What's going on?" she asked, taking in the scene before her. But then her eyes landed on the pregnancy test in Sarah's hand, and her face lit up with excitement. "Oh my god, is it...?" she trailed off, her eyes scanning Sarah's face for the answer. But when she saw the look of disappointment on Sarah's face, her own expression fell. "Oh no," she said, her voice filled with sympathy. "I'm so sorry, guys." Sarah forced a smile onto her face. "It's okay," she said. "I'm just glad I'm not pregnant. I was really worrie
Chapter 71 Rosie and Sarah sat together in the living room, enjoying each other's company on a rare day off for Rosie. Luke had gone to the charity, and Sarah had offered to keep Rosie company at home. As they sipped their coffee and chatted, Rosie turned to Sarah with a curious expression. "Sarah, can I ask you something?" she said. Sarah nodded, intrigued. "Of course, what is it?" Rosie leaned in, her eyes sparkling with interest. "How does it feel to be you today? After everything you've been through, I mean." Sarah thought for a moment before responding. "It's...different," she said finally. "I feel like I've grown so much as a person. I've learned to face my fears and stand up for myself." Rosie nodded, a warm smile on her face. "I can see that," she said. "You're stronger now, Sarah. You're not the same person you were a year ago." Sarah laughed, a hint of self-deprecation in her voice. "I'm still a work in progress, Rosie. I'm still figuring things out." Rosie's
Chapter 70 Sarah and Luke had been working tirelessly on their charity business, and it was finally starting to take off. They had been receiving donations and support from all over the city, and they were able to help more and more people in need. Sarah was thrilled to see the impact they were making, and she felt a sense of purpose and fulfillment that she had never felt before. She was finally able to put the drama with Arthur behind her and focus on building a better life with Luke. As they worked together, Luke made sure to fill Sarah's days with happiness and love. He would surprise her with small gifts and gestures, and he would always be there to listen to her and make her feel better. But despite their happiness, the long hours and hard work were starting to take a toll on them. One day, as they were walking back to their car after a particularly long day, Sarah looked pale and exhausted. Luke noticed it immediately and put his arm around her. "Hey, are you okay?" h
Chapter 69 The four friends sat around the dinner table, laughing and chatting as they enjoyed their meal. Jodie was particularly excited, regaling them with stories of his upcoming wedding. "I'm telling you, it's going to be the best day ever!" he exclaimed, his eyes shining with enthusiasm. Sarah smiled, happy to see her friend so happy. She turned to Rosie and asked, "So, how about you? Do you have a special someone in your life?" Rosie's face turned bright red as she mumbled, "N-no, I'm still single." But before Rosie could elaborate, Jodie jumped in, a mischievous glint in his eye. "Oh, come on, Rosie, don't be shy! I saw the way that guy was looking at you last night. And he even opened the car door for you! You're definitely taken." Rosie's face turned an even deeper shade of red as she protested, "Jodie, stop it! That was just a friend." Sarah smiled, happy to see Rosie so happy. "I'm just glad you're happy, Rosie," she said. "Just be careful, okay? Don't give your hear
Chapter 68 Arthur's face twisted with rage as he glared at Sarah. "You think you're so clever, don't you?" he spat. "But you're not. You're just a foolish little girl who thinks she can take on me." Sarah stood her ground, her eyes flashing with defiance. "I'm not afraid of you, Arthur," she said, her voice steady. Arthur's laughter was cold and menacing. "You should be," he sneered. "I'm the one who's been making headlines, who's been making your life a living hell. And you think you can just waltz in here and confront me?" Sarah's eyes narrowed. "You're the one who's been causing all the problems, Arthur," she said. "You're the one who's been manipulating everyone, using your wealth and power to get what you want." Arthur's face turned red with rage. "How dare you," he snarled. "I'm the one who's been making this city great, who's been creating jobs and opportunities. And you're just a selfish little brat who only cares about yourself." Sarah's smile was cold and calcula