Hello, lovely readers! In this chapter, Miss Rose lies that Natalie has met her end just to protect her from a love that betrayed her and left her heartbroken. Would you have done the same if you were in her shoes? Leave your comment and let me know your thoughts, byeee!!
He stood at the grave, the place Miss Rose told him Natalie was buried. His hands hung limply by his sides as he felt a sudden loss of vigor. Gradually, he sank to his knees, and even the flowers in his hand fell beside him. Unspoken words, he knelt heavily on the floor as continuous tears dropped from his eyes. The tears flowed freely, each drop carrying the weight of regret "Natalie!!!" he screamed her name while crying. "I’m sorry, please forgive me," he let out those words as he cried. Hastily, he started to clean the dust on the grave with his hands as if he was losing his mind. "It's all my fault," he mumbled in between sobs. Rose crouched in a corner while watching him from a distance. A drop of tears escaped her eyes as a flash of memories appeared in her mind. Miss Rose entered her apartment after returning from her trip, a trip she had to say goodbye to her best friend who embarked on a new journey of life. She entered her apartment and realized she was being followed. Sta
Mom, why would you do a thing like that? Why would you call the media here? Richard said furiously. "What do you mean?" Mrs. Kiara slightly smiled, amazed at what her son had just said. "I just came back from the church to pray for Natalie's soul and her forgiveness. I didn't call any media," she added. Richard looked at her and Brindle. "So who did?" he said. Brindle hurriedly went, resting on his shoulder, she said, "Your mom is lying, Richard. Who could bring the media here if not her? I was shocked at their presence here myself and had to quickly be in a position to talk to them to at least show some respect. I didn’t know how to take the whole thing, but I just had to do it for you." She finished speaking before flashing Mr. Kiara a slight smile beside Richard's side. "How dare you accuse me of something I have no idea about," Ms. Kiara seethed as she approached them, a clear anger emanating from her. "I don’t know what she is talking about. Why would I even let the world hear
No, what makes you think that I’m going to stay here and wait? I’m going with you. What if you plan on leaving me here? Natalie said. Liam shook his head and walked to the other side. Natalie followed him quickly. "It’s your fault we’re lost, Liam! I just can’t believe I followed you here," Natalie exclaimed. Liam, trying to maintain his calm, turned to her, "Look here, I’m trying my best to find the way out of here. It’s not like I wanted this to happen, and even if I did, not with you. I’m sure they're looking for us by now. So just shush so we can both save some more energy for tomorrow," he said, looked at her venomously, and continued walking…… Natalie scoffed, "So annoying, ugh," she said and followed him. She started murmuring again, "You just had to take that shortcut, didn’t you? Now guess what, we’re both lost in the middle of nowhere, full of wild creatures…" Liam, without turning to her, sighed, "Hey, can you just keep quiet so we can look for something to eat before i
Liam dragged himself from the water to the shoreline, bare-chested. He walked over to where Natalie was standing with her hands covering her face. "Hm hmm," he cleared his throat. "Are... are you wearing a shirt now?" she asked nervously, her back facing him and her hands tightly covering her face. "I need to use this path to get to my shirt; it's hanging on the tree over there," he said. With Natalie teetering on the edge of a fall, Liam held her fast from falling into his arms. As she looked up at him from below, he towered above with an air of strength and protection. Their eyes locked in each other's gaze, their breaths mingling, and chests pressed together. Their lips gently met, and they passionately shared a heated kiss, as if it was something they had longed for and were willing to do without hesitation. A drop of water from Liam’s hair dropped on Natalie’s forehead, and she quickly pulled herself from Liam’s embrace. She began to gasp for air, struggling to process what
"Where do you think you are going with those things of yours?" Mrs. Kiara asked as she approached Brindle in the hallway leading outside. "Are you keeping track of my movements within this house, or are you responsible for everyone's mobility?" Brindle asked firmly while folding her arms and maintaining direct eye contact. "I don't need to figure out your life. How exactly will you be of any use to me?" Mrs. Kiara questioned. "Why do you look like you are not yourself, Mrs. Kiara said. Are you scared of something, oh my baby?" She said and walked closer to her and patted her hair like a baby. Brindle pulled herself away. "Don't put those hands of yours on me again. As-tu entendu? Have you heard?" she said. "Why won't I look nervous standing in front of a scary monster," she added. "Scary monster, you don't say. Then have it that that monster is counting your days in this house," Mrs. Kiara said. Brindle gulped nervously, rolled her eyes at her, and walked away. Yes, she’s already
"Madam, please," the accountant said, "a lady came to withdraw all the money from that account just about nine minutes ago." "Huh?" Tina said and pulled the files in her direction to see what she was talking about. "Vanessa Black," Tina murmured as she examined the name on the files. As she examined them further, Tina wondered just who this person could be. "Can you describe her in any way whatsoever?" Tina asked with a puzzled face, waiting to hear a detailed answer. "Well, madam, I really didn’t make eye contact with her, but she had heavy makeup, and her head was lowered through" the accountant said. "What was she wearing?" Tina asked. "She had on a red wig with an all-black oversized dress, gold gloves matching her heels, and she wore L'Orvea, the Golden Hour, sunglasses," the accountant said. "Wait a minute, I might have passed someone about 3 minutes ago wearing a similar dress," Tina said. Without another word, she ran to the entrance of the building, searched the surround
"I won't let her have the best of me. I will make you pay, Brindle, for coming back into my son's life and destroying his happy home," Mrs. Kiara said, standing there fiercely and gazing into thin air. "Sure, I will help you see the footage of the CCTV camera. I hope Mr. Wood comes to terms to support our company in the future if we ever need some help," the manager said with a wide smile on his face. "Sure, Sir," Tina said, slightly bending down to show appreciation. "We would love to work with your company in the future," she added with a smile. "Follow me. I will lead you to the security room," he said. "Pause it, pause it," Tina said as she leaned closer to watch the video at the moment when she was entering the building. "Can you replay it to 0.04?" she asked. "Wow, that was a great tactic over there," she said, smiling slightly. "She knew who I was... That was a fast move she played, who ever she is she is damn smart" Tina said, with her hands on her waist while nodding. "T
"Your parents must be proud of you by now," Liam said. Natalie looked at him and smiled, "I hope they are," she said, looking up, and a tear dropped from her eyes. "Enough of the emotional talk, hahaha, you want to swim and catch some fish?" he asked. "I can teach you one or two moves," he offered, reaching out his hands to her. "I can't believe I have to do this," Natalie murmured as she tentatively rubbed her palms together. "I think this would be the end of me today," she said, and Liam giggled so hard. "Not in my watch," he said. Natalie dipped the tip of her toes in the water, "Oh, it's cold," she said and pulled it out real quick. "The moment you enter for some time, you will be okay with it," Liam said. Natalie stood at the shoreline with her hands covering her body, trying to warm up. Liam slowly bent down while making sure she didn't notice. Using his hands, he scooped up some water and playfully tossed it at her before bursting into laughter. Natalie let out a deep s
He stood at the grave's edge, his eyes fixed on the name etched into the stone...In loving memory of Brindle Gonzalez. Born 28th July 1994 to 2023...He bent slightly, still feeling the ache from the shot he'd taken days ago. In his hands, he loosely grasped a bouquet, their petals beginning to wilt like his own memories...As he gazed at the grave, a memory began to surface...As they hit the ground, Marko's arm wrapped tightly around her. He held her close, feeling her warm blood seep into his clothes, mixing with his own. Brindle's eyes, cloudy with pain, locked onto Marko's teary gaze.I... I... am sorry," he whispered. "I am sorry," he said as he gently touched her face.Brindle slowly shook her head. "No... no," she whispered, her voice barely audible. "I am sorry for... for us not living our dream. Please... forgive me," she said weakly.Marko's tears dropped down as he looked at her, his heart breaking."Thank you for being the one who actually cared for me," she said, her voi
“How did you know I was here? I heard you’ve escaped from the cell,” Brindle said, aggressively pulling herself away from his touch. Marko stepped forward, but Brindle quickly backed away. “Don’t even try to make any move on me. You know just one call, and you’ll be back in the cell,” Brindle warned, pulling her phone from her pocket. “You need to stop this. You’ve done enough. Hurting more people won’t bring you peace or the dream you’re chasing after,” Marko pleaded. “What makes you think you can stop me, huh?” Brindle shouted, looking up at him with anger in her eyes. “I’m not trying to stop you, Brindle. I’m trying to save you from all this madness you’ve gotten yourself into. This path you’re on… It’s destroying you. Can’t you see that?” Marko said, his voice filled with concern. Brindle slammed her fists on the table, rattling the items on it. “You think I need saving?” she snarled. “You think I need you to tell me what to do? Hell no!” Her voice rose as she shouted. “You ha
"When is the groom going to show up? The sun is going down, and he still hasn't arrived," the priest said as he approached Grandma Leta, who was already stressed about Liam not showing up."He's going to be here soon. There must be traffic on the way," Grandma Leta replied with a shaky voice, her eyes scanning the surroundings anxiously.Just then, Aditi ran to her. "I still haven't gotten hold of him. His phone isn't going through," Aditi said with worry on her face."Oh my. What is going on?" Grandma Leta said, her voice trembling as she looked around helplessly.The guests began murmuring among themselves as the wedding was supposed to start at 2, and it was almost 4.….…………………………Natalie sat nervously in her room, her hands shaking as she stared at her phone.Both Rose and Alliah walked in, and she stood up to meet them. "Is he in?" she asked."No," Miss Rose said and paused, staring at Natalie. "He's still not here yet," she added, trying to keep her voice calm.Natalie's breath c
Two days earlier"Richard? What are you doing here?" Natalie was startled and stepped back as she saw him coming from the dark."Natalie, please. Don't go through with this. Don't get married," he said as he rushed to her, pleading."Richard, we've been through this. It's over between us. You were the one who ended everything, remember?" Natalie said as she looked away."You don't understand. There's so much you don't know. I never stopped loving you, even after you left. I can't just stand by and watch you marry someone else, please don’t do this to me""Let me know when you are done," Natalie said, her voice steady as she pulled back."I just...wish things could have been different. I was trapped by her...you know I owe her my life for saving me years ago, and I couldn't...""This has nothing to do with me, Mr. Wood," Natalie said as she cut him off.Richard fell to his knees as he held Natalie. "Please, Nate...please. You can't marry him. Don't do this to me, you're going to break
As Brindle walked into the hall, the TV mounted on the wall was playing a news segment, and the voice of the host caught her attention, causing her to stop in her tracks.In a dramatic turn of events, famous actress Natalie, who is popularly known for her role in Until I Die, was saved from the clutches of the notorious business tycoon and dark movie founder Mr. Whimper at his 25B residence after she was reported kidnapped. She is now safe and in good hands, the host announced.Brindle's eyes narrowed as she listened, her fingers gripping the arms of the chair nearby. Her heart pounded in her chest. Her eyes were glued to the screen as another host cheerfully chimed in. "And we have just learned that her wedding is soon.""Wow, another wedding. What a happy ending for her," the first host said."I know, right? She deserves all the happiness. I hope I get invited," the second host replied."Haha, me too," the first host said.A strangled cry escaped Brindle's lips as she took a step clo
"Haha, he's such a great guy, and I know he's going to make me the happiest girl on earth," Miss Rose said with a giggle as she shuffled on the sofa next to Natalie, sipping her beer.Natalie nodded with a smile, taking a slow sip of her beer before turning to Rose. "When are you going to give love a try, Miss Rose?"Rose sighed heavily and leaned back on the sofa. "I guess I'm just too beautiful. They all probably think I'm too good for them," she said dramatically, shoving a handful of potato chips into her mouth.Natalie chuckled, her eyes twinkling with amusement. "I see," she said, looking at Rose out of the corner of her eye. "So your beauty is a curse, huh?"Rose nodded, trying to look serious despite the crumbs around her mouth. "Absolutely. It's a burden I must bear," she said, striking a mock-heroic pose.Natalie burst out laughing. "Well, maybe you need to find someone who appreciates your beauty and your love for potato chips!"Rose giggled, almost choking on her chips. "Ye
Natalie went to her knees. As she trembled with fear, her body shook uncontrollably. Liam quickly rushed to her side, knelt beside her, and wrapped his arms around her in a protective embrace. "You're safe now," he murmured, his voice filled with concern.Richard stood beside them, his eyes still fixed on the sky where the jet had disappeared. He clenched his fists, frustration, and anger evident on his face. He then turned and walked briskly towards the police."Make sure you find him," he said."We will make sure to trace him now. It's going to be difficult, but we will do everything we can," Officer So said while the other police officers secured the area, ensuring no further threats remained."I will keep a follow-up on this matter, I know Whimper," Richard said as he fixed his gaze back on the sky."We will keep a close watch and coordinate with international authorities. He won't get far," the officer assured.….……………………………………….Dressed in prison garb, he runs breathlessly throug
Sitting at a small metal table in the psychiatric hospital's dining room, Brindle poked at the unappetizing breakfast on her tray. The room was filled with the murmur of other patients, some lost in their own worlds, others engaging in muted conversations of nothingness.A group of three women, notorious for causing trouble, approached Brindle's table. One of them, a tall woman with unkempt hair, sneered down at her."Look at the little princess," she taunted, nudging Brindle's tray so the milk spilled over. "Too good for hospital food, huh?"Brindle stared at her face and clenched her fists, trying to compose herself. But the second woman, short and stout, grabbed a piece of toast off Brindle's tray, stuffed it into her mouth, and laughed hysterically."Leave me alone," Brindle said, her voice low and trembling with anger.The third woman, with a wild look in her eyes, leaned in close. "Or what? You'll cry for your mama?" she said with a laugh.Brindle's patience snapped and she stood
I was so scared," she whispered, her voice shaking as she flung her arms around Liam's neck."I won't let anything happen to you," he whispered back, his arms tightening around her as he stroked her hair.Natalie pulled away from his embrace, tears streaming down her face as she gazed at him with sorrowful eyes. "I'm sorry, Liam," she whispered, her voice trembling. "I'm sorry for not telling you everything you needed to know about me."He slowly raised his hand, his fingers brushing against her lips to silence her. "Shh," he whispered gently. "It's okay. I'm here for you. All that matters is that you're fine," he said with a slight smile, his hand cradling her face as he spoke, his thumb stroking away her tears. He leaned in, his lips brushing against her cheek in a soft, comforting kiss, then pulled her back into a tight hug."It's all going to be okay," he murmured into her hair.….…………………………"Let me in!" he shouted, his voice tinged with desperation. "You're going to lose your jobs