Jensen POVI didn't know exactly how I got to that point. The hospital was the place where I should feel useful, close to Lilian, but everything was falling apart. The hallway was filled with tension, as if the air were heavier. Phillip, with his arms crossed, looked exasperated. April kept her gaze restless, moving from me to Finn, who still had that smug smile on his face. "Jensen, this has gone too far," Phillip said, stepping forward. "You need to calm down before this gets even more out of hand." "Do you think it's easy to stay calm?" I retorted, my voice sounding louder than it should have. "This idiot shows up here like he has the right to be near Lilian!" Finn took a step towards me, with that air of superiority that made my blood boil. He didn't seem worried. In fact, he seemed to feed off my anger. "Maybe because I have more rights than you," he said, with a cynical smile. "Lilian deserves someone who can measure up to her. Someone who hasn't destroyed her." "You d
April POVAs soon as I received the news that Lilian was in the hospital, I dropped everything I was doing and went straight there. My mind was racing, but what I found when I arrived was worse than any scenario I could imagine. Jensen and Finn were in the hallway, exchanging punches and shouting, while the children watched everything, scared. Ruby cried softly, holding onto Sadie's skirt. Rory was next to her, looking at the two men with wide eyes, while Ryan seemed frozen, not knowing what to do. "Both of you, stop now!" I shouted, running towards them. But it seemed like neither of them were willing to listen to me. Jensen pushed Finn against the wall but was soon hit by a punch in the stomach. "She's mine!" Jensen shouted, his voice hoarse with anger. "You're dreaming! Lilian already chose me, Jensen!" Finn retorted with a cruel smile. Before I could do anything, two hospital security guards arrived and forcibly separated them. "Enough! This is a hospital, not a figh
Lilian POV I woke up feeling a weight next to me. For a moment, I thought it was one of the triplets who, as always, invaded my bed on the coldest nights. But the weight was different. It was bigger, firmer. When I opened my eyes and turned my head, I saw Jensen lying next to me. He was so close I could hear his slow, deep breathing. His arm was around my waist, as if, even in my sleep, he wanted to make sure I was there, safe. I frowned, confused. Was Jensen in my bed? No. The smell of disinfectant and the awkward silence reminded me: I was in the hospital. But what was he doing here? I watched him for a few seconds, hesitating between pushing him or leaving him there. Despite the confusion, it was hard to deny that he looked... handsome. His hair was disheveled, and his face was devoid of the worry lines that usually accompanied it. “Stop it, Lilian,” I muttered to myself, trying to shake those thoughts away. But when I tried to move, a pang of worry hit me. “My triplets
Lilian POV The room was quiet, and the tension between the two of us grew by the second. Jensen was sitting next to me, his gaze fixed on his hands, as if he were trying to organize himself to speak, but something was preventing him from opening his mouth. I knew he was feeling uncomfortable, maybe even a little lost, but I needed an answer. I could no longer remain in doubt. “Jensen,” my voice was lower than I would have liked, but the frustration was boiling over. “Did you know I was pregnant?” He looked up at me, and his expression wasn't cold but filled with something I couldn't understand. He wasn't avoiding the question, but he seemed to hesitate, as if searching for the right words. Finally, he took a deep breath, letting out a tired sigh. “Yes,” he said with a sincerity he couldn't hide. "I knew. I found out right before…it all happened.” I tried to process his response, but it wasn't enough to calm the storm brewing inside me. Likewise, I needed to know more to understan
Lilian POV The morning following my release from the hospital was a whirlwind of activity. April didn't seem willing to leave me alone for even a second, and it wasn't because of a lack of affection, but because of the obvious concern she had for me. “Don’t worry, Lilian. I will stay with you until you recover completely,” she said, as she helped me settle onto the couch in my living room. Jensen and Finn were there too, but their presence didn't bring me the same feeling of welcome as April. In fact, it seemed more like a game of who would be the most attentive, but in a comical way. One was trying to adjust the surrounding cushions, while the other was asking, every five minutes, what I wanted to eat. “Are you sure you don’t want anything? There's soup, there's that juice you like... I can order anything for you,” Jensen said, almost begging me to respond, with that tone that tried to be concerned, but was beyond excessive. Finn was not far behind him, also with that “I'm here to
Sadie POVNight was approaching, and, with it, the tension in Mrs. Smith increased. Mr. Grimes and Mr. Sawyer, there, finding each other strange, didn't say a word, but their looks exchanged barbs. Neither of them seemed to want to give in, but they weren't willing to leave either. I was there, sitting on the couch, trying to deal with the discomfort of seeing the two of them exchanging silent, heavy glances, not knowing exactly what to do."What a situation…" I thought, watching them without knowing how to interact. The apartment was not big. There were only three rooms: one for the triplets, one for Lilian, and the last one... well, mine. And I had a question that was going through my head: would they ask me to give up my room? It was already late, and, until that moment, neither of them seemed willing to leave."I don't know what to do with them," I thought, a little anguished. They were behaving as if they were in silent competition, one trying to be more helpful than the other, b
Jensen POVThe room was plunged into an unsettling silence, broken only by the sound of the clock on the wall. Lying on the couch, I stared at the ceiling, trying to find some peace, but all I got was more questions rattling around in my mind. It wasn't the sofa that bothered me, as it was — but the feeling that this was where I belonged now. Finn was in the next seat, watching me with that critical look that seemed to cut through any facade I tried to maintain. I knew he wouldn't last long without making some comment. “You know this is a shame, right?” he began, a sarcastic smile on his lips. I didn't respond immediately. Instead, I turned my face, looking at him. He was relaxed, as if this was just a game for him. “And what exactly is a shame, Finn?” I asked finally, my voice calm. "You. A man like you, with everything you got—money, power, influence—sleeping on the couch like a teenager punished by his parents. Don’t you think that’s a little… pathetic?” I rolled my eye
Lilian POVI woke up at dawn, once again. It was as if my body already knew it couldn't rest completely. The silence in the house was profound, with only the sound of my breathing filling the surrounding space. I looked to the side, and there he was. Jensen. Asleep in the armchair next to the bed. The calm face, the eyes closed, and the features softened by sleep. He was completely relaxed, but in a way that couldn't hide his protective instinct.I stayed there for a few minutes, watching him, lost in my own thoughts. It was funny how, even after everything we'd been through, I still felt safe when I saw him sleep like that. Something in me gave in to this feeling of protection, as if he were still that man I loved, who gave me confidence that everything would be okay. But I knew I shouldn't think like that. Not now. Not after everything that happened.I sighed softly, and with an effort, I got up from the bed. The early morning cold made me shiver, but the need to go to the bathroom
Months had passed since the moment Lilian and Jensen had united forever, and the mansion, already full of life and joy, now seemed to be living a new chapter of great happiness. The afternoon was calm, but the atmosphere inside the house was buzzing with anticipation. Lilian, in labor, was preparing to give birth to the couple's fourth child, and emotions were running high.Jensen, visibly nervous, paced back and forth. His feet tapped the floor with a constant rhythm, a reflection of the whirlwind of thoughts that wouldn't settle. He paused briefly, looking at the door of the room where his wife was being assisted by the nurses. His mind couldn't find peace, thoughts of what might happen spread, even though he knew Lilian was in good hands."You need to calm down," said Philip, the couple's friend, who stood by Jensen's side. He knew how anxious Jensen could be, and his calm had always been a pillar of support. "She's strong. And you'll be an incredible father, no matter what happens
Lilian's POVI returned to the garden where Jensen was waiting for me, his attentive gaze fixing on me as soon as he saw me. He had a way of noticing when something wasn't right, and this time was no different. He had gone to check on the children, but now, he was there, as if he knew I needed him more than ever."Hey, love," he said softly, kneeling beside me. "Is everything okay?"I looked at him, and the answer just escaped me. "I'm so happy for her, but at the same time so sad. She was a part of all this, of us, and now... she's leaving..."Jensen looked at me with silent understanding, as if he knew exactly what I was feeling. He extended his hand, and with a serene smile, he pulled me close, wrapping me in his embrace. "I understand, Lilian. I felt it too, and I know how important she was. But life goes on, and people need to take new steps. And you... you've always been wonderful with her."I gave a faint smile, the weight of his words enveloping me in a comforting way. I knew
Lilian POVThe night was calm and pleasant, with a gentle breeze caressing my face and soft lights illuminating the garden. I was there, sitting with Jensen, enjoying the tranquil moments of the party. The laughter of children and the soft sounds of celebration still echoed through the house, but for a moment, the world seemed to shrink to just the two of us.Jensen held my hand and smiled. "It was a perfect day, wasn't it?""Yes, it really was," I replied, resting my head on his shoulder. "I feel so happy that we managed to pull all this off."We sat in silence for a few minutes, simply enjoying each other's company. But then, a familiar figure approached from the garden. It was Sadie, with that wide smile that always accompanied her."Hi, Lilian! Mr. Grimes! Congratulations, really, your wedding was wonderful," she said, smiling sincerely as she approached. "Everything was impeccable, and the kids were so happy. I've never seen them so excited.""Thank you, Sadie. I'm very glad you
Lilian POVIt was an ordinary day. The sun came through the windows of the house, illuminating the room with a golden light. Children were playing in the yard, their laughter filling the air. I was in the kitchen, tidying up some things, while Jensen seemed mysteriously busy somewhere in the house. "You're very quiet today, Jensen. What are you up to?" I asked, half joking, while washing some fruit. "Me? No big deal." He replied, appearing in the doorway with a mischievous smile. "You're terrible at keeping secrets." I laughed, drying my hands. He just shrugged. "Trust me. Just come with me." "Now?" I asked, surprised. "Now." He took my hand and led me to the conservatory. When we entered, I noticed the atmosphere was different. Flowers were scattered across the floor, forming a path to a small table where there was a velvet box. My heart started to race. "Jensen..." I started, but he interrupted me with a tender look. "Let me speak first, Lilian." He took a deep bre
Lilian POVDays after everything that happened, we were back in Richmond, at our home. Or rather, in Jensen's mansion. I knew things would never be the same, but I also knew we no longer had to carry the weight of Kate or any other threat. She was tried and sentenced to many years in prison for killing Finn and screwing Jensen and me. It was a relief, but not a cure for everything we went through.The children and I, to my surprise, were more excited than I imagined, despite all the turbulence we had experienced, we returned to the mansion, because it was what felt right. I didn't want to be away from Jensen again. He was always in my thoughts, and more than ever, I knew that our family needed to be together.When we arrived at the mansion, Jensen was there, waiting at the door, with that comforting smile. He seemed more relaxed now, maybe because we'd finally gotten through the storm. When he saw us, his face lit up, and he stepped forward, arms open to welcome the children."Welcome
Sadie POVI woke up to the sound of my alarm clock, but to be honest, I had literally barely slept. I spent the night tossing and turning, thinking about Micah. How was he? Was he alone? Had he eaten anything? I need to see you.I looked at the clock. It was still six in the morning, but I couldn't stay in bed. With a heavy sigh, I got out of bed and went straight to the bathroom. I washed my face, trying to shake off the tiredness that seemed to be clinging to me, and got dressed quickly. Nothing too elaborate: jeans, a t-shirt, and a sweater. In the kitchen, I made some toast and a cup of coffee. My stomach was upset, but I knew I needed something to eat to get through the day. As I nibbled on the toast, my mind continued to wander. The image of Micah that night never left my head, his expression of pain mixed with determination. Micah had done a lot of stupid things, but he had also put himself at risk to protect us. It didn't erase his mistakes, but it was a gesture I couldn'
Jensen POVThe hotel where we stayed seemed like a perfect refuge, a relief after so much tension. Me, Lilian, Sadie, and the children needed this rest. Ruby, Rory, and Ryan were visibly shaken, and after all the tension, it was difficult for them to relax. The shadows of fear were still present in his eyes, and it made my heart sink. I knew I couldn't let fear rule their night.After they had a quick snack and settled in, we managed to get them into bed, although it wasn't easy. They were scared, not only of the situation with Finn, but also of everything they had experienced. The simple act of sleeping seemed to frighten them, as if their dreams might be interrupted by something darker.Lilian and I stayed beside them for a while, speaking quietly, trying to make the environment as comfortable and calm as possible. When Ruby finally closed her eyes, I covered her with the sheet, kissing her forehead softly. Rory and Ryan were calmer, but they still exchanged nervous glances. I sat o
Kate POVWhen I found out Finn was in New York, a fire came over me. Every cell in my body was on fire. He didn't deserve to live in peace after what he had done. Not only because he ran away with Lilian, but because he stole everything I had. Every penny I had earned, he took. But I knew. I knew this had to end. I would find him. And when he did, he would pay.Anger wouldn't let me rest. I followed him, without hesitation, for every step he took. Like a shadow, I entered the city, my hands shaking with anger and anxiety. I didn't know exactly what I would do when I found him, but I knew it would be something he would never forget.That night, fate gave me an opportunity. I saw Finn's car approaching the deserted road, its headlights illuminating the darkness of the night. I stopped my car halfway and got out, the cold wind hitting my face. It didn't matter. I was ready.Finn stopped the car when he saw me. He came down, looking surprised. He was probably thinking it wouldn't be that
Finn Sawyer The sound of sirens echoed in the air, getting closer and closer, like a relentless predator in search of its prey. I pressed hard on the accelerator, feeling the vibration of the engine roar beneath me as the speedometer rose. The car rocked slightly on the uneven asphalt road, but I couldn't waste time."Finn Sawyer! Stop the vehicle immediately!" The metallic voice came through the speaker of the police car behind me."Dream on," I muttered under my breath, turning the steering wheel sharply to enter a dirt road. Rocks flew against the windshield, but I didn't slow down."Finn, Sawyer, this is your last chance! Park your car now, or we will use lethal force!"I laughed, but there was no humor in it. Did they think a warning like that would make me stop? All I knew was that getting caught was not an option.Police car lights shined brightly in the rearview mirror. "Come on, come on..." I murmured, my eyes searching for an opening, an exit.The road narrowed further, be