Sonia My heart felt like it had been ripped apart as I cried in Ethan's arms. His hand stroked my hair gently, calming my nerves a bit but the ache in my chest wouldn’t go away. My baby, my Jay, is out there somewhere and I couldn’t protect him. I couldn’t stop the tears from falling down my cheeks, I couldn’t stop the fear from engulfing me. After a while, I was able to calm down a bit and Ethan guided me to the couch, his hand never leaving my back.I sank into the seat, drained and trembling. Ethan called for Gloria and she came rushing in from the kitchen. “Ms. Sonia!” she exclaimed, her face filled with worry as she hurried to my side. “What’s wrong? What happened?” I tried to speak but the words got stuck in my throat. All I could manage was a broken whisper. “It’s Jay…” Then the tears came again, harder this time. Gloria froze, her hands gripping mine tightly. “What about the young master? Did anything happen to him?” I couldn't respond as tears kept falling dow
DanielI was furious as my blood boiled at the mere thought of Sonia being with Ethan. "Fuck!!!" I groaned, taking a sip from my wine glass. I knew it... I knew she would run to him, just like always. That was why I lied when I called her, pretending I was at her house. I wanted to confirm my suspicions and now I had my answer. As the image of her with Ethan replayed in my mind, my grip tightened around the wine glass in my hand until it shattered. The shards bit into my skin, but the sting only fueled my anger. "Mrs, Nathaniel!!" I called one of my maids and she came running in. She was stunned when she came in and saw the shattered glasses on the floor. She didn't need me to tell her what to do before she knew she had to clean the mess. "Are there any other things you want me to do for you, sir?" She asked after clearing the place. "No, you can go," I said coldly, massaging my temple. A few minutes after she left, The door creaked open and Dragon, one of my men, stepped i
SoniaThe sound of Jay’s cry pierced through my sleep, pulling me into a state of panic. My heart raced as I swiftly sat upright on the bed, calling out his name. “Jay! Are you okay?” My voice echoed in the silence but there was no response. His cries grew louder, sharper, and more desperate that I couldn't take it anymore. I threw the blanket aside and rushed out of the room, following the sound. My feet moved instinctively, leading me to a small, dark room at the far end of the corridor. As I stood before the door, I could hear Jay sobbing uncontrollably, making my heart pounding in my chest. “Jay? Baby, it’s Mommy. I'm here to save you," I said, my voice trembling.I tried the door handle but it wouldn’t budge. The door was locked. What should I do? What should I do? Jay's continued cries pierce my heart like a dagger, “I’m coming, Jay,” I promised, tears streaming down my face. I took a deep breath, stepped back and then kicked the door with everything I had. It made a
SoniaAs Ethan pulled into my apartment, I could feel my heart growing heavier. The silence between us was unsettling but I couldn’t bring myself to say anything.I just looked out the window with my mind filled with the thought of Jay, my son. I haven't heard from him since yesterday and it felt like I haven't seen him for years. "God, I hope my son is okay," I murmured, blinking away the tears that were threatening to spill. Ethan parked the car, stepped out and walked around to open the door for me. His gestures were gentle as if he was trying to make up for something he couldn’t say out loud. “Thank you,” I murmured as I stepped out. We walked in silence toward the building, the tension between us unspoken yet heavy. Just as we reached the door, Ethan’s phone began to ring. He stopped and pulled it out of his pocket. “Excuse me,” he said, his voice low as he stepped aside to pick up the call. I nodded, barely registering his words and continued toward the door. Just a
Celine I looked at Ethan, my vision blurred by tears I didn’t even try to hold back. I can't believe after everything I have been through because of Ethan, after all these years, he still chose her over me. How could he do that to me? That slut called Sonia ruined my life. She was the reason why I lost my child, my precious baby and yet Ethan was here, avoiding my gaze like a coward. Gush!! “Celine, I don’t know what you’re talking about,” he said, his voice annoyingly calm, as if trying to dismiss my pain. My heart ached, twisting like a knife in my chest. The way he denied it like what we shared didn’t mean anything to him made my heart ache.“Stop lying to me!” I shouted, my voice cracking with pain. “Don’t you dare deny it, Ethan because it will only make me angrier!” He froze, but I didn’t stop. I couldn’t... I have kept this pain inside for far too long and I need to let it all out. “I know everything, Ethan. I know it’s because of Sonia. She’s the reason you fough
Sonia My heart pounded so loudly it felt like it might break through my chest. The message was clear, this person was watching me, tracking my every move. I am not safe, not even in my own home. “What am I going to do?” I whispered to myself, pacing back and forth in the living room. My palms were clammy and sweat clung to my skin. Fear wrapped around me like a suffocating blanket. A knock at the door jolted me out of my thoughts. I froze, my breath caught in my throat. It must be Alex. He said he was on his way, but I couldn’t let him in. Panic surged through me as the knocking continued. Caro came out from the kitchen, heading toward the door. “I’ll get it,” she said casually, walking toward the entrance. “No!” I hissed, rushing to her. I swiftly used my hand to cover her mouth and whispered urgently, “Don't make any sound and go back to your room. Don’t open the door.” She stared at me, her eyes filled with confusion and concern. But thankfully, she didn't ask any
Sonia My hands trembled as I stared at him, my mind spinning with disbelief. I blinked hard, wiping my eyes with the back of my hand, hoping this was some kind of nightmare but no, The man standing before me was Daniel and it all made sense now. “You?” I whispered in disbelief, my voice breaking. “It’s been you all along?” Daniel smiled, his expression calm as if he hadn't just shattered my world. “Sit, Sonia,” he said smoothly, gesturing toward a chair. I sat on the seat as my legs were too weak to hold me up. My eyes never left him as I shook my head. “I don’t understand,” I said, my voice trembling. “This can’t be what I’m thinking. Tell me it’s not true.” He exhaled the smoke and puffed out the air through his mouth and nose, setting it aside before crossing his legs and taking a sip from his wine glass. “I’m sorry you had to find out this way,” he said, his tone almost apologetic. “But you left me no choice, Sonia. If only you had agreed to come with me to Europe, th
Daniel I closed my eyes and inhaled deeply, letting Sonia’s scent calm the wild rush in my chest. Mmm… Finally... Sonia is here, In my arms. I can't believe this. It's as if I am dreaming but if I am, I don't want to wake up again. I have waited for this moment for years, dreamed of it, planned for it and now, my dream is finally turning to reality. Sonia has always belonged to me but Ethan took her away before because he thinks he has money and powers but now, I will show him who the real man is. I opened my eyes and looked at her. She was stiff, her body tense but I didn’t mind. She would come around. She is only resisting because she does not understand yet but she will soon when she Sees how much I love her. I smiled inwardly when I thought of the flower I had gifted her on my first visit to Sonia's place. I knew she loved flowers and It was a perfect opportunity for me to carry out my plans without stress. I hid a camera inside the flowers when I gave her. The hidden
Daniel“Daniel!” Sonia whispered, her voice trembling like a leaf caught in the wind.God, how I missed that look, the fear in her eyes. The way her lips quivered, how she took a step back as though distance could save her from what was coming her way... it... It made my blood rush, a satisfaction poured into me like warm wine.This… this is exactly how I wanted her to see me. Not as the man she once lied to, and betrayed… but as the nightmare that never died.“How… how is this possible?” Sonia asked, her voice barely audible. “You… you’re dead.”I laughed lightly. The kind of laugh that makes the air colder. I took a step closer, making sure she could feel the weight of my presence.“I’m not dead, sweetheart,” I said softly, my eyes never leaving hers. “As you can see… I’m very much alive.”I watched her lips part, confusion etched across her pale face. Good. Let her wonder, Let her drown in the questions that would never save her.“You want to know how I survived, right?” I continu
SoniaI was sipping tea in the living room when my phone buzzed with a call from an unknown number. I hesitated for a moment before answering.“Hello?” I said cautiously.“Good morning, Miss Sonia,” A deep male voice replied. “I have heard so much about your company. I represent a fast-rising firm that specializes in oil and gold. We launched just a few months ago but our numbers are promising. We’re interested in partnering with you.”I blinked, stunned. “How did you get my contact?”“We have our ways,” he said with a chuckle, then quickly added, “I believe this could be the beginning of something great for your company.”I didn’t know what to think. How did they even hear about me, especially now when everything is crumbling? But honestly, I didn’t care. The board of directors has already started murmuring and this could be the lifeline I have been praying for.Maybe… maybe this is how God wants to answer my prayers."Alright," I said, accepting their offer."Okay then. I will send
Ethan“What is going on here?” I asked, my voice low but shaking with anger.Tina flinched and stepped behind Alex like a coward, avoiding my eyes like I was some kind of stranger.“Tina,” I called again, “what are you doing here?”Alex stepped in front of her protectively, his tone cold and sharp. “Why do you care, Ethan? I thought you disowned her?” He asked, levitating his left brown."That didn’t answer my question," I said, glaring at them with rage.My fists tightened. I took a deep breath, trying to keep calm.“Fine,” Alex said with a smug grin, wrapping his arm around Tina’s waist. “If you must know, she’s my fiancée.”And before I could even react, he kissed her shamelessly right in front of me.I was shocked. Tina and Alex? I couldn't believe my eyes. I have never seen both of them together before, not even for once so when did this start that I am not aware of?I scoffed, shaking my head slowly. “You two? Seriously?”Alex smiled, gazing at me with contempt.“Bastard,” I mu
EthanAfter dropping Jay off at school, I drove home straight and I was pulling into the driveway when I noticed Sonia's car approaching. Why is she back home early? I frowned, stepping out of my car slowly.Did she forget something? I wondered, locking my door and turning to wait.Trent stepped out first and rushed to open the passenger door for Sonia and the moment Sonia stepped out, my heart dropped.She looked like someone who had just walked back from hell. Her skin pales, her eyes swollen, her hands trembling as she clutches her purse like it was the only thing holding her together.“Sonia?” I rushed to her, my heart racing in my chest. “Babe, are you alright? What happened? Are you sick?”Her eyes found mine but they didn’t settle. They kept darting around like she was expecting something or someone to jump out at her.“Ethan...” she whispered, her voice cracked and low. “So many things are just happening today... I don’t even know where to start.”I placed my hands on her sh
AlexI didn’t think it would hurt this much to hear her say those words. “I would rather lose my company than accept your proposal.”The way she looked at me as if I was a stranger or worse, a monster... pierced my heart like a dagger.I stood frozen for a moment, watching her storm out of my office. "Hmmm..." I sighed heavily and reached for the cigarette in my pocket. I lit it, the flame caught quickly and I took a long drag, letting the smoke escape through my nose and mouth like poison I couldn’t spit out any other way.She really said no even after everything? I chuckled, shaking my head.I have been planning this for weeks and I thought… I truly believed this would be the moment she would finally choose me but instead, she looked at me with pure disgust.The truth is that, I haven’t slept properly in days since she told me about Ethan and the fire at his mansion and how she was staying with him at the hospital.Jealousy burned in my chest that night like a wildfire. I couldn’t
SoniaI looked at Alex and I realized that the man sitting right in front of me wasn't the Alex I used to know because the Alex I knew would never do anything to hurt me."I would rather lose my company than accept your proposal," I said firmly, locking eyes with Alex. My voice was steady but my heart was a storm“Is that so?” he chuckled darkly, leaning back in his chair with a cruel smile. “We’ll see about that.”My breath hitched. What happened to you, Alex? What happened to the man who once said he respected me? The man who offered to help me in my trying time?“Fine,” I said, my voice sharper now. “Then at least open my office so I can get my personal things.”He shook his head slowly. “I’m sorry, Sonia. That won’t be possible.”I blinked, stunned. “What?” I asked, barely able to believe my ears. “You’re saying I can’t even pack up my personal stuff?”“Yes,” he said coldly. “That’s exactly what I’m saying.”Unbelievable!The dam of emotions inside me trembled. Rage, heartbreak, d
SoniaThe moment I stepped out of the car, I asked Trent to wait outside the office building for me.“I’ll be fine,” I said, forcing a smile. “Please, I don’t want to draw any unnecessary attention.”He shook his head firmly. “Mr. Ethan said I should stay with you at all times.”“I know,” I sighed. “But this is my office, Trent. Just stay close, alright? I’ll only be here for a few hours.”After a long pause, he finally gave in. “Alright. But if anything seems off, I’m coming in.”I nodded and walked into the building, trying to shake off the unease still clinging to me. But the moment I stepped inside, I knew something was wrong.There was a strange tension in the air. Some of the staff greeted me with forced smiles, others looked away as if making eye contact with me would get them into trouble. I could even hear whispers behind my back but no one dared say anything to my face and that was when I saw Tara.She looked like she hadn’t slept all night. Her face was pale, her eyes fille
SoniaI woke up with a pounding headache as my body felt heavy like I hadn't slept at all. But the truth is... I haven't. I spent the whole night staring at the ceiling, flinching at every little sound. The fear that Daniel was out there, watching my every move… waiting for me… was enough to keep my eyes wide open.Last night, I begged Ethan to let Jay sleep in our room just so I could keep him close. But Ethan gently declined, saying it was better to keep things normal for Jay’s sake. Still, he doubled the security around the house. Now, there’s a guard right outside the door."Hmmm..." I sighed deeply as I sat up, rubbing my temples. My body felt drained. I glanced around the room. Ethan wasn’t in bed. I figured he must have gone downstairs. Probably trying to act like everything is fine for me and Jay.Dragging myself out of bed, I was heading toward the bathroom when the bedroom door creaked open. I turned quickly, my heart skipping a beat.Then I saw Ethan but something was off
SoniaMy heart was pounding so loudly that I could hear it in my ears. Every part of my body was shaking as I slowly turned around, silently praying that whoever tapped me shouldn't be who I was thinking.But when I finally faced him, I let out a shaky breath."Thank God!" It wasn’t Daniel.But still… something didn’t feel right.The man standing in front of me wore all black just like the figure I saw earlier. A black hoodie, black jeans, and a cap pulled low over his face.My heart didn’t stop racing as I felt there was something about his presence. You know... something… Cold, Quiet. And yet… intimidating.“Are you alright? You… look scared,” he said, his voice unexpectedly soft, almost gentle that It didn’t match the heaviness of his aura as his eyes studied me carefully.I swallowed hard and forced myself to nod. “I… I’m fine,” I stammered, trying to sound convincing. But even I didn’t believe my own voice.He gave me a small smile and extended his hand. “I’m Dr. Ryan.”I hesi