LOVE IN THE CROSSFIREFlorence A.SChapter 029: Reunion “Dave, where are you?” Spencer asked anxiously.“I'm in Cleveland right now,” Dave said.“You know what, send me your exact location, it's just 7 pm now, I can get to Cleveland soon,” Spencer said.“Yes boss, I will contact the pilot to get the plane ready,” Dave said.“Thank you, Dave, you are indeed a brother and a friend,” Spencer said then ended the call. Spencer got ready and waited for Dave's call. While waiting, he went to meet Mary to have a conversation, he saw her sitter at the dining table going through her social media.“Mary, do you have a minute to spare?” Spencer asked politely, Mary was so surprised at what she heard, that she then said “Sir, are you sick? Is something wrong? Did anything happen to Dave?” “Nothing happened to Dave, I just want to ask you a question,” Spencer said.“Please do sir, I hope I have an answer to it,” Mary said.“Why do you think Sofia didn't leave on her terms?” Spencer asked.“Hmmm,
LOVE IN THE CROSSFIRE Florence A.SChapter 030: PowerRachel came back early hours of the morning while Spencer and Sofia were asleep, she went to the room to lie down when she saw Sofia with Spencer, she tapped Sofia to wake up.“What is going on here? Who is he?” Rachel asked in a low tone.“Rachel you are back so early,” Sofia said as she got up from the bed and took Rachel to the living room.“Who is he? Do you have a new boyfriend?” Rachel asked as she stared at Sofia.“That's Spencer,” Sofia said, biting her lips.“What? How did he find you? What is he doing here?” Rachel asked in confusion.“I will tell you everything at dawn, for now we need to sleep and he hasn’t had enough sleep for a long time,” Sofia said.“That’s it? Do you want to take him back in your life? He is dangerous too, " Rachel said.“He is my baby’s daddy, and I promise we will talk about everything at dawn,” Sofia said.“Okay fine, I will just go to my room since you are fine,” Rachel said.“Thank you for ha
LOVE IN THE CROSSFIRE Florence A.SChapter031: Power IIThe big day for Spencer and Kara keeps drawing close, Spencer travels to Columbus for the conference he has prepared for without the knowledge of anyone except Dave and Sofia. The conference went well and Spencer got what he always wanted, he flew to Cleveland to meet Sofia who was eagerly waiting for him. He went to her house, knocked on the door, and immediately Sofia opened the door with excitement, she hugged Spencer and they both went to the house to discuss.“Hey Spencer,” Rachel said smiling.“Hey Rachel, how are you doing?” Spencer said.“I'm good, please tell me your conference went well so you can kick that bitch outta your life and let my friend enjoy her man,” Rachel said.“Rachel!!” Sofia said in amazement.“What? I'm just telling the truth, that bitch is so lucky I don't know her, I would have crushed her bones and given them to the dogs to eat” Rachel said.“Oh wow warrior princess, well you need to calm down so y
LOVE IN THE CROSSFIREFlorence A.SChapter032: Secrets unveiled.Tensions are beginning to rise between Mr. Rodrigo and Spencer, as Spencer breaks the marriage between Kara and himself. In a short while, the news was all over New York City. Kara has refused to talk to anyone or see anyone for weeks as she was heartbroken and trying to heal. Sofia and Spencer's love grew stronger, and Sofia's due date kept coming close as Rachel alongside Dr. Marcus became her doctor. Mary, Sofia, and Rachel became the best of friends as they hung out together. Spencer has told Sofia everything about himself but still finds it difficult to let her know about the fact he is a drug dealer and a mafia boss. Everything seemed to be going well until Kara stepped out of her hiding with the motive of taking away Spencer and Sofia's happiness unknown to her that Sofia was pregnant. Kara hired goons to trail Sofia and kidnap her but this time, she vowed to kill Sofia by herself.Sofia, Mary, and Rachel went o
LOVE IN THE CROSSFIRE Florence A.SChapter 033: Happy family.It’s a week since Sofia has been in the hospital, Mary, Rachel, Dave, and Dr. Marcus have been taking care of her and the baby, Spencer hasn’t stepped his legs in the hospital since their last conversation, he promised to atone for his mistakes and ensure he gets justice for his dad. Spencer ensured he got evidence against Mr. Rodrigo, and all his crimes, Mr. Rodrigo went to the NYPD to report his child’s murder case, the police detained Spencer and the case was taken to court, unknown to Mr. Rodrigo, Spencer had all the evidence against him and was it for him. Sofia felt she pushed Spencer too far as he also got shocking news about his dad’s killer. “Do you think I pushed him too far?” Sofia asked Dr. Marcus.“I understand where you are coming from, and I would be hurt if I were you but he kept it a secret from you for a good reason, he believed you might get hurt or stop him from finding his father’s killer, Spencer is
LOVE IN THE CROSSFIRE Florence A.S Chapter One: The Fateful Encounter In New York City's dimly lit streets, a young woman named Sofia, left her hometown Ohio, in search of a greener pasture. She walked through alleys, her determination driving her forward. She had left her hometown, with only a few belongings and big dreams. “I don't know how I'm going to fit in this huge city, but I'm happy to be here” she said to herself while walking down in search of a place to sleep. But as she walked, her heavy heart filled with uncertainty, she sensed danger lurking in the shadows. A group of four menacing figures emerged, their intentions clear. "Hand over your money," one of them said in a harsh tone. “She looks so beautiful and sexy, it wouldn't be bad to have her for a night.” another man said in an oppressive tone while the others began laughing. “It won't be bad if we all have a taste of her because she looks too sweet.” another said as they teased her. Panicked, Sofia searched
LOVE IN THE CROSSFIREFlorence A.SCHAPTER 2: A Safe HavenSofia quietly followed Dave as he led her to the car. “Please where are we going? And where is your boss?” Sofia asked in a calm voice Dave looked at her and said “I'm taking you to find shelter.” immediately Sofia smiled and entered the car. After a 30-minute drive, Sofia arrived at Spencer's House and was led into the house by some guards. Sofia’s jaw dropped at the entrance of the house and whispered to herself “OMG, this is heaven. I've never been to such a mansion in my whole existence.” while thinking out loud she heard a footstep behind her and immediately she turned with a smiling face and said; “Thank you so much Mr for bringing me here, I've never seen such a mansion before only in……..”Immediately Spencer rudely interrupted her saying “Don't feel too comfortable in my home and make sure I don't see you here tomorrow.” then he left to his room.“Why is he so rude and mean but yet handsome.” immediately a voice i
LOVE IN THE CROSSFIREFlorence A.SCHAPTER THREE: NO MERCY“Dave, what is it?” Spencer said in a harsh tone“Miss Sofia is awake,” Dave said.“Good now you do as I say and leave there, is that understood?” Spencer said“Yes boss,” Dave said, and immediately the call ended.Spencer’s POV“Do I need to teach her a lesson before she stops intruding in my business?” Spencer thought to himself as he headed to his car and went straight home. At the Hospital “I’m happy you are up now, how are you feeling?” Dave asked Sofia who was feeling lightheaded.“I think I’m fine but I feel lightheaded,” Sofia said with a low voice.“Okay, let me get the doctor for you,” Dave said as he walked out of the room to go call the doctor.A minute later, Dave walked into the room with the doctor.“Hello Miss Sofia, how are you feeling?” The doctor asked with a smile on his face.“I’m fine doctor, I just feel lightheaded,” Sofia said “Okay, I will prescribe some medications for you and make sure you take it
LOVE IN THE CROSSFIRE Florence A.SChapter 033: Happy family.It’s a week since Sofia has been in the hospital, Mary, Rachel, Dave, and Dr. Marcus have been taking care of her and the baby, Spencer hasn’t stepped his legs in the hospital since their last conversation, he promised to atone for his mistakes and ensure he gets justice for his dad. Spencer ensured he got evidence against Mr. Rodrigo, and all his crimes, Mr. Rodrigo went to the NYPD to report his child’s murder case, the police detained Spencer and the case was taken to court, unknown to Mr. Rodrigo, Spencer had all the evidence against him and was it for him. Sofia felt she pushed Spencer too far as he also got shocking news about his dad’s killer. “Do you think I pushed him too far?” Sofia asked Dr. Marcus.“I understand where you are coming from, and I would be hurt if I were you but he kept it a secret from you for a good reason, he believed you might get hurt or stop him from finding his father’s killer, Spencer is
LOVE IN THE CROSSFIREFlorence A.SChapter032: Secrets unveiled.Tensions are beginning to rise between Mr. Rodrigo and Spencer, as Spencer breaks the marriage between Kara and himself. In a short while, the news was all over New York City. Kara has refused to talk to anyone or see anyone for weeks as she was heartbroken and trying to heal. Sofia and Spencer's love grew stronger, and Sofia's due date kept coming close as Rachel alongside Dr. Marcus became her doctor. Mary, Sofia, and Rachel became the best of friends as they hung out together. Spencer has told Sofia everything about himself but still finds it difficult to let her know about the fact he is a drug dealer and a mafia boss. Everything seemed to be going well until Kara stepped out of her hiding with the motive of taking away Spencer and Sofia's happiness unknown to her that Sofia was pregnant. Kara hired goons to trail Sofia and kidnap her but this time, she vowed to kill Sofia by herself.Sofia, Mary, and Rachel went o
LOVE IN THE CROSSFIRE Florence A.SChapter031: Power IIThe big day for Spencer and Kara keeps drawing close, Spencer travels to Columbus for the conference he has prepared for without the knowledge of anyone except Dave and Sofia. The conference went well and Spencer got what he always wanted, he flew to Cleveland to meet Sofia who was eagerly waiting for him. He went to her house, knocked on the door, and immediately Sofia opened the door with excitement, she hugged Spencer and they both went to the house to discuss.“Hey Spencer,” Rachel said smiling.“Hey Rachel, how are you doing?” Spencer said.“I'm good, please tell me your conference went well so you can kick that bitch outta your life and let my friend enjoy her man,” Rachel said.“Rachel!!” Sofia said in amazement.“What? I'm just telling the truth, that bitch is so lucky I don't know her, I would have crushed her bones and given them to the dogs to eat” Rachel said.“Oh wow warrior princess, well you need to calm down so y
LOVE IN THE CROSSFIRE Florence A.SChapter 030: PowerRachel came back early hours of the morning while Spencer and Sofia were asleep, she went to the room to lie down when she saw Sofia with Spencer, she tapped Sofia to wake up.“What is going on here? Who is he?” Rachel asked in a low tone.“Rachel you are back so early,” Sofia said as she got up from the bed and took Rachel to the living room.“Who is he? Do you have a new boyfriend?” Rachel asked as she stared at Sofia.“That's Spencer,” Sofia said, biting her lips.“What? How did he find you? What is he doing here?” Rachel asked in confusion.“I will tell you everything at dawn, for now we need to sleep and he hasn’t had enough sleep for a long time,” Sofia said.“That’s it? Do you want to take him back in your life? He is dangerous too, " Rachel said.“He is my baby’s daddy, and I promise we will talk about everything at dawn,” Sofia said.“Okay fine, I will just go to my room since you are fine,” Rachel said.“Thank you for ha
LOVE IN THE CROSSFIREFlorence A.SChapter 029: Reunion “Dave, where are you?” Spencer asked anxiously.“I'm in Cleveland right now,” Dave said.“You know what, send me your exact location, it's just 7 pm now, I can get to Cleveland soon,” Spencer said.“Yes boss, I will contact the pilot to get the plane ready,” Dave said.“Thank you, Dave, you are indeed a brother and a friend,” Spencer said then ended the call. Spencer got ready and waited for Dave's call. While waiting, he went to meet Mary to have a conversation, he saw her sitter at the dining table going through her social media.“Mary, do you have a minute to spare?” Spencer asked politely, Mary was so surprised at what she heard, that she then said “Sir, are you sick? Is something wrong? Did anything happen to Dave?” “Nothing happened to Dave, I just want to ask you a question,” Spencer said.“Please do sir, I hope I have an answer to it,” Mary said.“Why do you think Sofia didn't leave on her terms?” Spencer asked.“Hmmm,
LOVE IN THE CROSSFIREFlorence A.SChapter 028: wedding bells It's 5 months already since Sofia left New York, and her baby bump has grown, she was able to secure a job as a housing agent, and although she thinks about Spencer, she has to put everything aside to make a living for her and her baby with the help of Rachel, her pregnancy journey was going smoothly and easily for her.Kara has already started carrying out her wedding plans without the help of Spencer seems uninterested in the whole plan. Their relationship has been more like a force as there barely is a form of communication between them but Kara doesn't seem to care as long as Spencer is hers and she gets the title of Mrs. Spencer McCarthy. It's the weekend and Kara comes to Spencer's house with a designer for his suit.*doorbells ring*Mary went to get the door and saw Kara with the designer. She was so eager to say hello to the designer but Kara was there so she just left.“Babe! Babe!!” Kara calls out for Spencer wh
LOVE IN THE CROSSFIREFlorence A.SChapter 027: Deal!Kara realized she couldn't get Spencer alone, she had to go back to her father to seek help.“Dad, I want to talk to you,” Kara said as she met her dad on the balcony.“What’s wrong my princess?” Mr. Rodrigo asked as he left all he was doing to focus on Kara.“Dad, it’s about Spencer,” Kara said. Mr Rodrigo let out a heavy sigh and said “What about him this time, I thought you said you had everything under your control.”“So I thought Dad, but he isn’t even looking in my direction, please Dad you need to do something, I don't want to lose him,” Kara said as she still loved Spencer.“Don’t do anything from now on, I will handle it from here” Mr. Rodrigo said.“Thank you, Dad, I love you,” Kara said as she hugged Mr. Rodrigo.“I love you too, my princess,” Mr. Rodrigo said.Mary still believes Sofia didn't write the letter, she always tries to reach Sofia but to no avail, Dave has always been there for Mary since Sofia's sudden disap
LOVE IN THE CROSSFIRE Florence A.SChapter 026: The Kidnap IISofia woke up and found herself tied up to a pillar, she said to herself as tears rolled down her eyes “What am I doing here? Who wants to harm me?” “Soon you will know,” A voice said as a shadow appeared from a dark room, the person came close to Sofia, and she was shocked to see the person “YOU! You are the same person who came to the coffee shop, Why are you doing this to me? What have I done wrong?” Sofia said, crying as she struggled to untie herself.“If I were you, I would stop what I’m doing and start begging for mercy,” the masked guy said.“Please don’t hurt me, I have done nothing wrong to offend you, please I beg you” Sofia cried out.“Have you done nothing?” A female voice said. “Kara?” Sofia said, astonished.“Hello Miss Sofia Miller,” Kara said as she smiled evilly.“Kara please I beg you, let me go please,” Sofia said crying.“Oh shut up,” Kara said as she angrily poured iced water on Sofia, then she con
LOVE IN THE CROSSFIRE Florence A.SChapter 025: The KidnapIt's Monday morning, Sofia and Spencer woke up and prepared for work, she made breakfast for them before going to work, they ate and both went to work.At the McCarthy Hotel, Spencer arrived at work and went to his office, he saw flowers and a card on his table and said to himself “Sofia is just too much” he smiled and picked up the flowers, as he was about to scenting the flowers, his assistant walked in.“Good morning sir, I can see you've gotten the message from Miss Kara,” Ryan said.“What message?” Spencer asked“The flowers and the card, she said I should make it get to you,” Ryan said. Immediately Spencer found out who the flowers were from, he threw them on the floor.“Trash it,” Spencer said in a rude tone.“Yes sir” Ryan picked up the flowers and card, as he was about to go, Spencer's voice stopped him“I don't want to see such in my office again when next she sends you or else will lose your job,” Spencer said angr