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
Angela nodded impatiently.“Sometimes all we need is a shoulder to cry on and feel better afterward, I am happy now, thanks”.She flashed her dentition.Jace was still not convinced, but he knew she had made up her mind not to disclose it to him.“Alright, well, I am your brother I will always be there for you, if anyone hurt you, I am going to hurt them back, I don't care who the heck they are”.He stated boldly.Angela chuckled and hugged him.“I love you…all of you…the twins and you, you guys are my everything, I love you”.She tried not to sob.Jace wanted to push her away in disgust at the sudden confession, but he knew she needed him to say it back now more than ever.“I love you too”.After the long hug, Angela pulled away and picked her phone from the couch.“I am off to bed, sweet dreams”.She pecked his cheek and walked towards her bedroom.Jace stared at her until she disappeared into the dark passage.He sighed and dropped on the couch, staring at the TV absentmindedly. Tr
Angela woke up with a heavy feeling in her chest.She had tossed and turned all night, her dreams were nothing but the memories of Antonio and the guilt that weighed on her conscience.As she sat up in bed, she felt a wave of exhaustion all over her. Her muscles ached badly, and her head throbbed with a dull headache. She knew that her stress and anxiety had taken a toll on her body, leaving her body feeling drained and weak.Despite the weak feeling in her body, Angela knew she couldn't spend another day wallowing in her sadness and anxiety concerning her issue with Antonio. She forced herself out of bed, moving slowly and deliberately out of the bed.With a heavy sigh, she walked slowly towards the bathroom.As she brushed her teeth, she tried not to think about Antonio again and the possibility of him being aware of her dirty game with Damon.Just then her younger brother Jace burst into her room, the sound of the jammed door startled Angela, her eyes widened in surprise. “What w
Kerry was lounging on the couch in her friend Christy's place, scrolling through a fashion blog with her other friend, Beth. Who was also busy with her phone.“Oh my gosh, have you seen the latest designs from Paris Fashion Week?” Kerry asked no one in particular, her eyes wide with excitement.Beth nodded, her blonde hair bobbing up and down. “Yeah, I saw some shows online. The dresses were stunning!”Kerry sighed wistfully. “I wish I could afford those prices. I'd totally rock that Chanel couture gown on the red carpet.it's so vintage.”Beth laughed savagely. "You think you will fit in? Kerry you need to have the body too you know”.Kerry's eyes lowered in annoyance.“What's that supposed to mean? Are you body-shaming me?”“Girls, let's not fight over little meaningless things”.Christy interrupted.She was the least interested in their conversation, although she is good at fashion, but she's more like the emo of the group.“How can you call this meaningless? She literally body-sha
“But what about our friends? And school? And our favorite ice cream shop?”Lia complained.Angela made a sad face.“I know it's a big change honey, but we'll make new friends and find new favorite spots. And we'll stay in touch with our friends here through video calls and visits.”The kids are still not convinced.“Hey remember aunty Doris makes the best Pizzas imagine having her around the house all day, she will make us the biggest pizzas, and don't you like that?”She winked.Lia smiled a little at the thought of food.However, Liya still looked skeptical. “But why do we have to move? Can't you just do something, so we don't have to move, please?”Angela sighed, trying to think of a convincing explanation. “It's not possible, sweetie. But trust me, this is going to be an adventure for us all. We'll explore a new city together and make memories that will last a lifetime. I promise you baby, I want the best for us”The girls looked at each other, then back at Angela, their faces s
Angela sighed, her eyes avoiding him. "Jace, I've made up my mind.Jace shook his head, his expression unyielding. “You're making a mistake, Angela. You're running away from your problems instead of facing them head-on.”Angela's face tightened in a firm line. "I'm doing what I have to do, Jace. I have to put our family first, and this is what's best for us. Staying isn't safe”.Jace eye's widened in surprise.“What do you mean by staying isn't safe? Is there anything I am yet to know?”Angela said nothing.The kids stopped at the elevator and Angela caught up with them.Jace sighed and carried one of the boxes.As they stepped into the elevator, Angela pressed the button for the first floor, and the doors slid shut behind them, closing the door on a tumultuous past.The elevator descended, and the four of them stood in silence, Angela's mind calculating all that Jace said to her.As the doors opened on the first floor, they stepped out.The cab driver approached them.“I am so sorr
He dashed through the rooms, calling out for Angela, but only silence replied. He felt a pang of anger and frustration.He dropped on the couch with a laughter as dark as the sadness he felt that moment.How could she do this to him? Didn't she know how much he loved her, how much he needed her at a time like this?She met with Diana…then went completely silent over it.A hand on his face.“You think you can bitch walk into my life and vanish from it, you are really guilty ain't you?”He closed his eyes and swallowed tightly his head thrown back.“The hell am I feeling anxious for?”His tight breathing worsened, and his hands clenched hard beside him on the couch.At a time like this, a hardcore will come in a handy.He thought of Diana…but the memories always came with Angela's face.“I am fucked for real”.“I can't believe I trusted some bitch and get hurt…and I can't believe I am doubting that she will ever hurt me”.He laughed again this time lowly, he went silent as the episode
Antonio's luxury car screeched to a halt in front of the grand hotel, its tires were smoking in protest. He flung open the door and stepped out, his eyes blazing with anger. The hotel staff, recognizing him immediately as heir to the wealthy and influential Montero's family that owned that very establishment, scrambled to attention.“Young master Antonio! Welcome, sir!” the concierge exclaimed, rushing to open the door for him.Antonio strode past him, his long strides eating up the distance to the reception desk. “I need to see Diana,” he growled, his voice low and menacing.It caused the woman to tremble.The receptionist, a timid-looking young woman in her late twenties, immediately checked the register.“Ah, yes, Ms. Diana is staying in suite 314,Shall I call up and let her know you are here, sir?”Antonio's eyes narrowed, but he said nothing.It was enough for the receptionist to know what to do and what not to do.He marched towards the elevators, his anger boiling.The unifor