John woke up groggily. He felt his arms, his arm was cold. feeling his throat he felt a thick tube attached. He did not know it was the tube that kept him from death. The tube that filtered air into his lungs. He tugged on it until the ventilator tube was freed from his neck, leaving a hole.
John started to gasp for air. The ventilator machine beeped erraticaly and the nurses flooded the room. A nurse immediately grabbed the tube to put it back on but John held the hole shut with his palm and took a deep breath of air.
The nurse sood in shock. She buzzed the doctor while another nurse grabbed a dressing pack and started to dress his neck.
The doctor walked in and washed his hands. Gloving up he started a full examination on John. Checking his vital signs and reflexes.
They all stood in wonder how John was almost fully recovered. His speech had returned and so did his memory.
John woke asked them for a phone. He immediately called Alex. He asked Ale
Mr and Mrs Smith was discharged from the hospital in the afternoon. Mrs Smith asked the nurse to take them to John before they left. The two nurses pushed the two wheel chairs across the hall, until they reached the very end. They took the lift a few floors down and entered a lucuriously decorated ward.Through the glass they saw John reading a magazine. They absorbed his features before knocking gently on the door. The nurses wheeled them in and left, closing the door behind them.Mrs Smith looked at John, his deep ocean blue eyes were the same as hers and his nose like his fathers. He was a mixture of them both and they couldn't help but smile at his face.''Mom?, Dad?'', John asked surprised. The excitement in him was unmistakeble.''Yes , son. We have waited to meet you for eighteen years, but not in this situation'', Mrs Smith cried. He husband stood next to her comforting her.''We never meant to leave you. We wish we could have protect
John lay in the hospital bed staring at the ceiling. He flipped through channels but was not even looking at the television. There was a gentle knock on the door and Adrianna entered with a vase of flowers, a get well soon helium ballon and a teddy bear.''Hi'', Adrianna greeted in a soft voice.John looked at her with love in his eyes. He had not seen that eyes for so long, he just wshed he could stare at it all day,''Hi''.They stared at eached other for what seemed like eternity before Adrianna walked up to him and through her arms around his neck.John felt as if he was paralyzed , he was in a tranced state of shock. He fet her heart racing againt his chest. He was mesmerised by the smell of her hair. He was absorbing her into him when she broke apart from him and looked into his deep blue eyes.John felt butterflies in his tummy and arousal in his pants. He shuffled so that she did not notice the growing muscle.He had never felt such a
''PARALIZED"Adrianna sat dumbstruck at the sudden news. She felt guilty. It was her fault John is suffering now. Her heart hurt just thinking about what he must be going through."It should have been me", Adrianna sobbed. "I am the reason you are suffering".John gently wiped her tears from her cheeks. He felt so much guilt, hurt, care and love radiating from her. It was emotions he had never seen before, emotions that she never had....for him!!!.Patrick patted John lightly on the shoulder. It was a fatherly gesture. " It isn't the end of the world, my boy. The doctor
Alex and Adrianna arrived at the police station at 8am sharp. They were ready to go in and get it all over with. Adrianna wanted justice to be served.Mr and Mrs Smith met them outside the entrance.They stepped into the New York Police station together. Everyone was busy but they stopped to stare
Adrianna accepted Alex brunch offer. They both stepped into the cafe area of the restaurant.The staff rushed in to help them in an instant.Adrianna wondered why all the attention was on them. She looked at the smile on Alex face. She knew something was up.
As they sat and looked at the menu once more to order, Mr and Mrs Smith joined them." wow, this place has really changed, Charles", Mrs Smith said, her eyes lighting up as she looked around, " look at that stunning painting. Such great choice. I haven't seen one like that im years. There was a girl that used to sell these at the corner of the road. I always wanted to get one for our Manor but the day I did go, she was no longer there. Her name was... Anna or something. Very talented and very beautiful. An orphan. It was because of meeting her the idea of placing John in the orphanage under special protection to keep safe. She had such good manners, and was humble and kind. I wanted that for my son".Adrianna asked,"perhaps Annie was her name?"."yes, yes. It was", Mrs Smith confirmed."She was my mother", Adrianna said sad
Adrianna and Alex bid Jihns parents good bye and went back into the station. Alex approached the commander and they were let into his office.''Commander, We know John had entrusted you with Sierra and Jefferson. He did not tell us his plan but he is unable to be here. Sky had shot him Adrianna has filled out her statement and as soon as he is well he will be here to give you a statement'', Alex informed the commander.''John, in hospital. unable to make it here? How is he?'', The commander asked with concern.''My husband is still recovering but he is well'', Adrianna butted in,''Thank you for your concern but we rally need to handle this matter at hand''.''Aaaah, yes ofcourse. I do undestand'', the commander said apologetically before continueing,'' John had asked me to launch a mock investigation and keep them in holding until he had seen that they had learned their lesson. We were waiting for him to come so that he can judge for himself and give a cl
Jefferson and Sierra were released from the station. Adrianna and lex waited for them in the car. They were all going to the hospital now.Jefferson and Sierra got into the car and soon they were of to Midlands Hospital.*20 minutes later*They knocked on John's door and entered. Sierra and Jefferson followed behind Alex and Adrianna. John was very much surprised to see them. Sierra put a vase of purple flowers on the night stand in the room which she had gotten from the hospital gift shop on the way up.''John, how are you?'', Jefferson asked with care in his voice.''I am much better thank you'', John replied.Adrianna was sitting on the bed next to John.She looked at Sierra and Jefferson as she remebered the past.*flashback*Adrianna, how could you? If this is how you planned on spending your eighteenth birthday, why in the Walter's mansion. Why would you slander the Walters name, you whore. You should be ashamed!!!
One year later.Patrick Walters had left this world. Adrianna and John had stuck to their word and did not divulge his secret. And in return Patrick Walters had stuck to his.He eventually broke the news to them a week before he could pass away.He had traveled the world with Felicia. He finally took the holiday. He finally spent timw with his wife. He did all the things he wanted to before he closed his eyes. Everyone was heart broken but they now knew that he was safe in the arms of the lord. He had one last and final request and they had honored it.He asked to be buried next to Annie. He knew he could not make amends in this lifetime. But he maybe after death he could.
The lights in the hall went out and everyone gasped. As a blue spot light shone on Adrianna only.The bright light now caught her by surprise. She was startled but held her composure.Although......She felt nervous standing all alone, she looked down and John was no longer in his wheelchair. Alex had also disappeared.She felt scared, her breathing was now frantic and her heart was pounding.Her mind was racing, all the thoughts of losing John flooded her imagination, her hands trembled.She felt she was going to have a nervous breakdown when a song started to play.She was taken out of her frantic mind torture. The song started to soothe her. It was a s
Alex, John and Adrianna now entered the art gallery in the museum. It was huge. Paintings were hung all over the walls. Adrianna absorbed its beauty. Taking it all in. She reached a sunset painting on the wall and froze.She could not help but stare at the name engraved in the bottom right corner.ANNIE WALTERS.Adrianna looked at John mouthing the words thank you. As a tear slipped from her eye she gently dabbed her cheek.This was something to be happyabout. Her mothers painting was in one of the worlds famous museums.She walked around a bit more until the MC took the stage and welcomed them.Adrianna walked to the front of the room where a high table was set up.She did not know what was going on, but she stood listenin
John and Alex arrived at the museum. It was just before 5pm. They place was full of people. He could already see Sierra enjoying the spotlight before she entered. John's parents where already at the venue. They had called to let him know.John looked at the reporters, every journalist is New York was here. He smiled. Today they would get a good story.He lookes at the spotlights highlighting the old museum. It made it look like it was an ancient relic. He knew Adrianna would love it. He loves it. "Alex, thank you. Everything is to the tea. It is better than I imaginedit"." If you think this is fly, wait till you see the inside", Alex chuckled.Alex got of the limousine and waited for the chauffeur to bring John's wheel chair, " do you really have to use this? I mean can't you just walk? You can say u miraculously recovered!!!".
Patrick adorned himself in the finest suit. Black with navy trimmings, a navy tie and a white shirt. He looked handsome for his age. For a dying man he looked happy and healthy. He smiled at himself in the mirror. Felicia was brushing his thinning hair. Today he knew that he would sign over his company to Adrianna. He knew that she was the most suited. She had earned it. Felicia had worn a navy blue dress. It was long sleeved and draped the floor as she walked. Her hair was curled and pinned to one side. And around her neck she wore her wedding jewelry set. A bright blue gem set onto a white gold choker. " You look ravishing my darling", Patrick said as he turned around to look at her. He hated lying to her about his illness but he didn't want anyone's pity. He knew he had just few weeks and after tod
Adrianna reached home after her spa treatment and hair appointment.Her skin glowed like a new born baby. It was soft and supple. Her hair had been put up loosely with curls. A few tendrils of hair fell lightly on her face,framing it. She looked gorgeous. Her make up was done plain but simple.Her eyes had a gold evening glow eye shadow with a hint of glitter.Her rosy red cheeks were powdered and blended. And her lips had a blood red lipstick which brought out her beautiful features.She looked at her nails, they were french tipped with red roses on them.She sat on her bed and applied rose scented lotion on her body. Adrianna changed into the lacey undergarments. They were a white lacey bra with neted tassels and a matching thong. She put on her ba
The doorbell rang and Adrianna answered it,it was the delivery guy. He had a big box and a boquet of roses and a card, all for her. Adrianna signed and took it excitedly, she knew it could only be from John. She opened the card. It was an invitation for a ball in honour o her. She took the box to the room and opened it. Inside was a white silk gown with red roses on the one sleeve, it was gorgeous, Adrianna held it against her and twirled. Her husband had great taste indeed. It had matching glass slippers and matching under garments. Adrianna's face flushed with embarrasment. She picked up the phone and called John,''Thank you, I simply love it''. John smiled to himself at her response, ''You are most welcome''. There was silence before they bid each other good bye. This ball was at 5pm. Adrianna looked the time , it was 10am. She needed to get to a salon and have her hair and make up professionally done. She wa
Two weeks were up and Lady Francesca and Andrew had returned. They arrived at the Walters mansion like a newly wed couple. ''Good morning Father, Good morning mother'', They greeted as they walked through the door. Patrick stood in shock,they were different. They had learned manners. Adrianna was there to welcome them.They hugged her tightly thanking her. Adrianna smiled, they had really changed. Jefferson and Sierra had also arrived and Andrew and his wife embraced them in warm hugs. They all thanked Adrianna. ''The person you need to thank is John. He had done all this to bring us all together as one big happy family'', Adrianna said. ''Let us all surprise him with a visit'', Sierra said. They all agreed and left to the hospital. As they all went into John's room they brought him gifts and were roudy. John looked at them confused. He wondered why they had all come. They dropped gift
Adrianna knew that that this week was going to be the toughest for some of her family members. Jefferson was gone to rehab, Sierra started acting again and Bradley was at work. Lady Francesca and Andrew had gone off to their couples retreat, leaving Michael at the Walters Mansion. Adrianna decided that she would start spending more time with her grandfather. She went to the kitchen and cut fruit slices. She walked out into the garden where she found Patrick sitting on the bench. Adrianna sat down next to him and offered hima fruit slice. Taking a slice of apple he started to talk,'' I don't know why I just could not accept her. She was so innocent and so pure. Humble and kind. Everything we were not,everything my children were not. Everything I had taught them were wrong. I don't know why I denied her space in the family burial plot''. At that moment Adrianna knew he was talking aboy her mother. ''I deeply regret everything,her