Angela's world had been turned upside down. She walked through the busy streets, her footsteps carrying her forward without any clear destination in mind.“It's all over, isn't it?”She thought and smiled, trying to fight back her tears.“Things will never go back to the same, I mean this is Diana we are talking about, his one and only Diana,” she scoffed with a sarcastic eye roll with tears soaking her eyes wet.“I am not even a competition to her, it would have all been avoided if only I told him from the very beginning about Damon.He manipulated me all along while working well Diana, he knew quite well that she was alive. I blindly played right into his trap, he got all he wanted and stabbed me in the back, it was all his plan all along, how could I have missed that?”She rubbed her elbows as though she were in a lost soul in winter. The encounter with Diana certainly left her feeling exposed, vulnerable, and consumed by fear. She could feel the weight of the blackmail hanging ov
Antonio stood in his balcony, his phone in hand, as he stared at it, dying to see the call answered and. His mind was like a storm of worry and confusion, his thoughts circling Angela.He had tried to call her multiple times, his messages growing increasingly frantic as the hours passed. Each unanswered call only fueled his anxiety, as he wondered why she wasn't responding, where she could be, and if she were safe?What if this was related to the strange call asking him to meet up?He was breaking down and suffocating with worry.As the minutes turned into hours, Antonio's worry gave way to frustration, then anger. Why was she doing this to him?She had read his message then why is she not replying if she is safe?Suddenly, his mind raced with possibilities, as he thought of someone he could call to find out more about Angela's whereabouts.Her friendHer sister KerryOr her brother Jace.Definitely Jace, however he knew that if Angela wasn't answering her own phone, she might have
Antonio laughed at his reaction as expected of Jace. "Of course I will work on that but listen, Jace, I'm still concerned about Angela, I know, you must be concerned too”.He replied, his voice serious. “I'll keep an eye out for her, I promise she won't be in any danger as long as I live…so don't worry about her safety”.Jace was silent for a minute.“I will let you know her whereabouts after I call her”."I'd appreciate that, Jace," Antonio said, a weight of worry pressing down on him once more.“Also thank you Antonio for loving my sister,Angela is an angel to us”.“You always say that she is an Angel”.Antonio smiled.“Well she is!”The flustered teen snapped.“I am not doubting that,she is an ANGEL to me too, believe me I know..I love her so much..and all I want is to be happy..that will only happen when I am with her…assured that the rest of my life will be spent together with her”. Jace smiled.“You two will be okay, Antonio. You'll see. I will talk to her."Antonio thanked J
“On my way home, we will talk later, love you”.Angela replied and sent the message to Antonio.She sighed deeply after delivering the message, staring at the window deep in thought.As the cab lurched to a stop, Angela gasped and blinked absentmindedly then slowly she looked out of the window. They have arrived at her address.She sighed and stood to her feet, her body heavy with exhaustion and sadness.She paid the cab driver and made her way out of the cab, her eyes fixed into space, her mind consumed by thoughts of what would happen next.She entered the elevator to the last floor, which is a penthouse, brain calculating fast as she pressed the button for the penthouse floor.She knew for sure that Antonio must have contacted her little brother Jace and thought of a good lie to tell. As the elevator rose, she felt her tummy rumble not of hunger but fear, all her plans seemed perfect but the idea of leaving Antonio scares her more than she ever imagined.When the doors slid open,
Antonio simply nodded and stepped out of the car.He walked to the bridge his hands tucked into his pockets, impatiently waiting.He stared across the bridge, admiring the breathtaking view of the water's surface shimmering with the reflection of the twinkling lights.It was just like the old times when he visited the site.He was avoiding having flashbacks about the site and Diana, yet he couldn't help but appreciate the beauty of the site before him, it was one of the most romantic places to be.It was pretty much enchanting and relaxing.Antonio felt the gentle breeze caressed his cheeks, carrying the faint scent of nearby blooming flowers.He wasn't alone at the bridge; many couples were there hanging around, drinking and doing their businesses with their love partners.After waiting for a short period without seeing anyone.Antonio grew impatient. His calls are being ignored and yet no sign of this stranger.Is this a joke?He thought.His gaze darted around, searching for signs
As they walked side by side towards the park, Antonio’s heart was filled with a mix of emotions. On one hand, he was grateful for Diana, she is back and alive!This is someone he had mourned for years, having a breakdown and anxiety knowing she will never be with him again. Her death had devastated him all these years, and he had spent countless nights grieving her loss.He couldn't believe that she was alive, let alone here by his side.She is alive and healthy!How was she here? Why had she contacted him after all this time? And most importantly, why had she let him believe that she was dead?He stole a gaze at her.Even with all these questions string inside of him, he could not help but admire how beautifully she had aged in the past years. Dressed in a flowing white gown that hugged her curves in all the right places, cascading down to the ground like a waterfall of silk. Her hair, blonde and golden, fell in soft waves around her shoulders, framing her face like a halo.Her
Angela's nieces, Lia and Liya, burst into her room, their faces were covered with disappointment. “Aunt Angela, he didn't come!” they chimed in unison, their eyes welling up with tears.Angela rubbed her tired yet to digest their complaints, she has fallen asleep hours ago, the moment she came back and cried herself to sleep.She gestured for them to come closer. “Who didn't come, sweethearts?” she asked, rubbing her eyes, although she already suspected the answer.“Uncle Charming! He promised to take us to the movies, but he's not here!” Lia exclaimed, her voice trembling.Angela's expression turned sympathetic, yet secretly worried, even though the possibility of him coming for her is down to zero. Diana must’ve exposed her dirty game with Damon to him.He didn’t call to ask her about her own side of the story.She tried to hide her own disappointment. “I'm so sorry, girls. I know how much you were looking forward to it. Maybe Uncle was busy and couldn’t make it"she said softly.
Angela sighed, watching them with a heavy heart and sadness. She gently extricated herself from the snuggle fest, careful not to disturb them and wake them from their sleep.First, she lifted Liya into her arms, cradling her like a baby.Her head lolled against Angela's shoulder, her soft breathing like a soothing sound. Quietly, Angela carried her to her room, the moonlight casting a blurry silver glow on the way, but for more safety purpose, she turned on the passage light. She made her way into the twin's room and gently laid Liya on her bed, pulling the covers up to her chin. A soft kiss planted on her forehead, and Liya was tucked in.Next, Angela returned to the living room for Lia. She scooped up her up gently, feeling the slight weight of her in her arms. Lia's arms instinctively wrapped around Angela's neck, even in sleep. Angela smiled, carrying her to her room, the same gentle care and soft kiss on the forehead following.As she tucked Lia in, Angela couldn't help but