Vanna's POVI woke up from my sleep to find myself alone. Magnus was no longer beside me, and it felt as if last night had been just a dream. I was covered only by my blanket as my eyes roamed around my room. Until I spotted a piece of paper on my bedside table, and I quickly reached for it and read.Sorry if I didn't wake you up. I will check the cruise ship; I have a brief meeting. Just stay here. Don't go outside. The food is on the table; please don't starve yourself. Love, Magnus.I was astonished by the way Magnus had written that note, which seemed to trigger a memory from my past. I was even more surprised when I noticed something lying on my table.It's a key on a chain necklace.I gently picked it up and casually let it hang in front of me."What is this?" I asked myself.I noticed the engraving on the key—it had his name. Tears began to fall as I was overwhelmed by an indescribable feeling. At that moment, I crouched down under my bed and twisted something around in a bag t
Vanna's POVWhen we arrived in Hawaii, we had no trouble disembarking because the staff from a group called Flinn were there to greet us.Magnus knew who to talk to and who could negotiate at that time; I just followed him, and knowing that we were in Hawaii, we needed to adopt a new identity from that moment on.Magnus glanced at me at that moment and took my right hand. He seemed very concerned for me; I was a bit tired from the trip, considering we had just done something familiar that involved sweat and cardio."Good day, sir. Welcome to Hawaii," said a man dressed in a white polo, joggers, and sandals. He was accompanied by three others like him, all observing the surroundings. It seemed he was ensuring our safe arrival."We need to go now, sir, ma'am," he added."Okay." Magnus and I almost spoke in unison. In fact, we were quite aware of our security; it was better to be safe.After getting into the car, it immediately started moving. We were holding onto each other inside. I lo
Magnus' POV"Unbelievable! It's a great day today, hon!" Vanna, or rather Mikaela, exclaimed as we drove along. I couldn't help but smile; I had no other wish than to see my loved one happy.Soon enough, we arrived at the resort I had visited before here in Hawaii.Mikaela and I got out of the car, and I took her hand. We walked inside until we reached the reception area. Many people were dressed for weddings, while others were in outfits like ours. People were happily greeting and chatting with one another as we made our way through the central area."What are we doing here?" Mikaela asked, clearly unsure of my intentions.When I spotted the person I was looking for, I casually tapped him on the back."Hey man! Congratulations," I said as he turned to face me.I was greeted by his joyful expression, especially when he recognized me and Vanna, or Mikaela."Congrats, man!" I said to my friend Ace. Both he and Peruvian were friends of ours. Wallace Monterossi is Peruvian's informant and
Magnus' POVI've noticed Vanna's silence. She hasn't said a word since we walked along the beach, and after that, we returned to the villa. The heavy rain seems imminent as we can already feel the cold, strong wind.I check the window and see raindrops falling outside. Vanna is on the couch, reading a book. It's past eight, but we still can't sleep.I decide to sit beside her; maybe we need to discuss our new plans here in Hawaii."Hon," I stroke her arm and pull her into a tight embrace. That's when I realize she's silently crying."W-what's wrong?" I ask her, looking into her eyes. I gently caress her cheek and speak to her."What's wrong, hon? What's the problem?""Nothing...""B-but why are you crying?""I said I'm fine...""No. You're not. You're breaking down, and I don't know what's going on with you. What should I do?""Nothing, Magnus. All I need is to cry it out; I want to express my frustrations. I want to let it out because all I know is that you don't understand what I fe
Vanna's POVI woke up with my hands cradling my head, my body felt so heavy as if it were being crushed by five sacks of rice. I can't even reach my other hand, and I can't control my legs; I feel so numb and useless. I looked around the room to see where I was. I know that I am in a hospital; I can see the machines beside me. I have IV lines in my hands, and I know it's dextrose. I remembered everything. I was bleeding last time, and I don't know why.After a while, someone entered wearing a white coat. I know he is a doctor, smiling while holding a file recorder."How are you feeling, Mrs. Corpuz?" It took a while for it to sink in that he was referring to me. Right, that's my new identity here in Hawaii."I can't move." That's all I said to him.He checked my vitals and the monitor of my pulse. "It's just the anesthesia.""What happened to me, doc? What's the case?""Oh, about your pregnancy? Don't worry, the baby is fine. You need to regain your energy and take vitamins; you're a
Magnus' POV"Kill her! Kill her!" I had the gun aimed at that moment, with Vanna in front of me. She was bound and blindfolded."Shit!" My hand was shaking at that time."What are you waiting for!? Kill her!" said the people behind me. I couldn't bear to do it, so I closed my eyes while pressing the trigger.A gunshot rang out. Following that shot, I jolted awake in bed.I rubbed my face and looked around. Vanna was by my side, peacefully asleep."Damn it!" I muttered, carefully getting out of bed. It was then I realized it was all just a dream. We had stopped at a brothel, and Vanna and I decided to look for a rental house near the resort tomorrow morning. I tripped over a bottle of alcohol that was scattered on the floor. If I remember correctly, I had been drinking earlier; we both decided to rest because Vanna said she was experiencing some abdominal pain.I didn't want to risk my child, so I let her rest.I rubbed my temples and walked towards the bathroom, facing the sink, which
Vanna's POVI wake up early because I find a comforting smell beside my bed. I won’t deny it, but I’m happy with Magnus; it’s the way he treats me and makes me feel special to him.I see a cup of coffee on my bedside table, with a sticky note Magnus put there that has a smiley face on it.He really treats me extra special, my mind rambles as I can’t understand why I’m smiling. After getting ready and arranging the bed, I head to the living room. I notice he’s not there, and a wave of anxiety hits me.Where the hell is that idiot? I mutter to myself as I look around the living room and kitchen, but when I stumble upon the garden area and see something bright sticking out, I go towards it.I cautiously peek at Magnus there. I see his figure turned away, squatting on the ground while holding a large piece of paper. It seems he has plans for the garden. He’s bent over looking at something spread out on the wide ground.I clear my throat slightly to make him aware of my presence.“Oh, good
Magnus' POVIt was past three in the morning, but we were still awake on the balcony. The girls had fallen asleep in the room, leaving only Jay, Vittos, Vlad, Vance, Viel, Peruvian, Austin, and Aries awake.We were seated around a circular table where drinks and snacks were laid out. We weren't drunk yet and were currently discussing the ordeal and how Vanna and I managed to survive."I can't believe you guys did that! You’re so tough, dude!" Austin said as he poured a drink into his glass. A few others were just listening intently."So what's your plan now?" Vittos asked.I cleared my throat and slumped slightly."Vanna is going to give birth to our child; that is our only way to break the law.""Break the law?" Vance asked, clearly concerned about his sister."Yes. Once Vanna gives birth, the kid will be the next leader of the association. The ordeal against us will be nullified, and we can revise it sooner.""But bro, they think you guys are dead. What about that? The consequence o