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Kelvin walked up to Sandy who stood by the window overlooking the streets, it was almost bedtime and neither of the girls were back yet.. Whenever she saw a car's flashing headlight, she hoped it was at least one of them, what were they thinking leaving the kids all to her? They've been causing one chaos or the other around the apartment just because Bianca wasn't here to scold them.. It appeared they were always composed whenever she was around.. "Grandma, can you come read bedtime stories for Kiara and I? mummy isn't back yet" He pouted blinking his eyes at her.. "Okay, why don't you go pick out the one you want me to read to you" He gave her a nod and left her side leaving Sandy to her thoughts again, it was a good thing the girls were already fitting in somewhere, and a part of her was saddened at the thought of them being separated in the near future.. Olivia, Bianca and Cassie would eventually have to move out of here at some point, this little family they created
Scott took a glance at his men who were standing behind him, he could tell that they also had similar thoughts.. The kids they brought in a while ago were acting unusually weird and too calm for their likeness, the fact that he hated kids and their annoying yells and wails still made him wish that they cry at least once.. He leaned forward to the little boy who looked just like his father, Damien Sterling, and surprisingly he possessed the same proud aura his dad parades himself with... "Are you both mute?.. can't you speak?" he questioned only to receive silence in return.. Scott straightened up feeling slightly embarrassed by their silent treatment, he hoped Rihanna gets here as soon as possible otherwise he might go mad having to endure their awful quietness.. He turned his back against them walking over to his men who stood aside.. "He looks like an ugly clown" Kiara murmured to Kelvin for the two to share a hearty chuckle.. Scott's back froze as their little laughs r
A shrill cry from Olivia and the kids followed the sound of the bullet which just went off from a part of the basement.. Damien's heart stopped beating for a moment when his eyes fell on the figure who suddenly jumped in front of him slowly dropping to the ground.. He was quick to reach her before she fell hard on the ground.. "No..No.No...you shouldn't have done that!" he shakily whispered in fear as he sat on his heels while he clutched her closer to himself.. "Anita!" Aldrin growled out in horror rushing over to his son and wife who was half lying on the ground.. Anita chuckled at their worried sick expression, she reached her bloody hand to Damien's face caressing it softly.. "I'm willing to do anything for you Damien..I love you so much son, I'd have said more than your dad, but he'll make an issue out of it" She jested which was accompanied by a loud painful groan. . "Who asked you to do that?! Just breathe you're going to be fine! call the ambulance!" Damien yelle
Xander placed a bottled water in front of Bianca hoping she takes at least a sip out of it, she had been blaming everything on herself in the last few hours.. "Please, none of this is your fault. You didn't cause anything, stop being too hard on yourself alright?" Bianca shot him a brief look, he was trying to make her feel better and she got it. If she hadn't slept over at his house, the kids wouldn't have been kidnapped in the first place since she normally took them to school by herself.. Maybe not all, but partly, this had something to do with her.. "Aunt, Mummy isn't back yet?" Bianca turned around to find Kelvin and Kiara looking up to her with tears in their eyes, after what they had witnessed today, they've been crying nonstop.. She crouched down to their height pulling them into her arms.. "Your mummy is good and she will be back soon okay?" *** The door to the operating room opened after two extremely long hours, The surgeon had a little or no smile on h
The two figures asleep in the black car were awoken by the knocks that fell on the tinted glass, Olivia was the first to snap her eyes open.. She raised a palm over her mouth as a yawn escaped.. By her side was Damien whose head was placed on her shoulder with his eyes closed, she pushed her loose strands of hair behind her left ear gazing upon his tired face.. The knocks she heard earlier fell on the glass again which startled her a bit.. From the tinted glass she could see the outline of a man in black who happened to be a cop, a curse left her lips.. Perhaps parking here was illegal or so, she positioned Damien's head resting on her shoulder to rest back on the headrest.. It was a good thing that they both moved to the backseat last night.. Though it was never their intention to pass the night out on the streets, she just felt he needed some company and she had no idea when she dozed off.. Olivia stepped out of the car brushing her hair which was out of place, the c
A knock fell on the door which gained Bianca's attention, she faced Kelvin once more brushing his hair gently with her fingers, her little boy has been through a lot in the last couple of weeks.. And the only reason for all these was that sly fox who goes by the name Rihanna, but today, that lady was going to regret messing with this family.. That must be Jonah here to drop Kiara, she assumed as she moved to the door with Kelvin but unexpectedly, the first image she got was that of Xander... "Hey" he greeted in his usual chirpy tone.. Bianca was so sure that they didn't make any plans to meet today, so why was he here so early? "Shouldn't you be at the office?" She inquired stepping out of the apartment with Kelvin, she locked the door behind her and turned around to face him once more.. Xander chuckled massaging his nape gently "I was on my way actually and I decided to stop by to say hello, I can't go to the office without having a glimpse of you.." Bianca rolled her e
Olivia stared back at the figure who was staring blankly at the food in front of him, it was obvious he wasn't in the mood to eat anything or talk either.. She recalled the night her dad died, that was the most traumatizing night of her life, his condition was totally relatable to her.. "Damien..please take a bite or say something, you've been quiet the whole time" She was greeted by another minute of silence from him again, fortunately, her ringtone broke the silence in the room.. "Uh..I'll be back" She excused herself and left the room afterwards to accept her call.. "Hi Bianca, I'm so sorry I couldn't come back home last night, Damien was really- Bianca touched her forehead trying to think of a way to tell Olivia how strangely her mum was acting.. "I know, Stay around him for as long as he needs you alright?, I'll take care of Kelvin." Olivia sighed in relief, that was the huge benefit of having a friend like Bianca, she was always understanding and willing to
There was an unusual silence in the large living room where the Sterling's all gathered, from their blank looks, one could tell that they were sad and still mourning.. Next to Damien sat Olivia who sighed deeply, the old man sitting across from her still disliked her till date because he kept sending me an gazes to her every now and then, well the feeling was mutual too.. Bernard's eyes rested on Olivia before he diverted it to his grandson.. "I was very clear when I said all 'Sterlings' Damien, outsiders aren't allowed as of now" Damien turned his head to Olivia and then to his grand father, after all these while he still had a problem with her? "She is and will always be a part of the Sterling's grand father, just save everyone's time and let's get started with this meeting" Alexa sat up on her seat dabbing a tissue under her eye bag, she took it up to her to start today's real agenda.. They had to plan for Anita's funeral arrangements sooner. "Okay, let's start
Despite all that had happened to Tracy in the last few weeks, she was smart enough to understand that revenge wouldn't help her out at all. She pulled her gaze off the large screen showing the live footage of Damien and Olivia's wedding. That should have been her daughter smiling so brightly on the screen, but the latter messed up her chances. If only Olivia hadn't come into the picture, maybe everything would still be intact and in place. The Brown's wouldn't have been broken apart like it had. Taking a huge deep breath, she gripped the handle of the wheelchair where a dazed looking Asher sat. The doctor said he was still in shock of whatever had happened around him but it's been days since he woke up and the only word he uttered was "Olivia" Tracy wasn't oblivious to the fact that Asher had something for Olivia. "Your dad and Rihanna has chosen their own path, I think it's time we get going and start our lives afresh" They had to catch the fastest flight to Florida w
Few days later.. The most awaited day in the city came by so fast. The day were the two souls were finally going to be joined together by the sacred bonds of marriage. A majestic church was transformed into a breathtakingly opulent wedding wonderland. The stained glass windows adorned with intricate stone carvings filtered the sunlight casting kaleidoscopic patterns across the polished marbled floor covered with a plush white carpet runner embroidered with gold thread. Garlands of lush greenery and exotic white flowers which included, roses, orchids, and gardenias entwined the wooden pews leading up to the altar. The air was sweet with the scent of blooming flowers. All these extravagant decor had everything to do with Anita Sterling, the most joyous soul on earth. She had been anticipating this day so much if not more than the couple and finally it was here. As the orchestra's strings swelled, the congregation rose. Their faces turned toward the back of the church. Th
Alexa took a glance at Hardin seated next to her in the car when he didn't make any attempt to step out of the car. Today, her older brother had summoned her to the Sterling's ancestral home for an urgent meeting, and she had taken advantage of that opportunity to introduce Hardin to her family. Except that the latter was feeling nervous about this meeting. Hardin knew that he had to face his girl's family sooner than later. He wasn't scared of meeting them but rather be was scared that they might look down on him because of the huge gap between their status. Or worse they might shoo him away from Alexa which he wouldn't be able to bear. Alexa's hand fell on his palm fisted on his lap. She gave it a soft reassuring squeeze. "Trust me. Everything will be fine. My brother might seem tough but he is actually soft hearted on the inside and my dad isn't much of a trouble either" Hardin released a deep breath, he casted her a glance. "And your mum? There's still enough time
Tracy's hand shakily reached for the door's knob leading to Asher's ward. Her heart raced wildly as the door creaked open. She took a step in and almost immediately, a surprised squeal left her lips. Her legs almost gave way, but luckily, she regained her composure and hurried to the bed where the lean figure lay with his eyes wide open. "Asher" She cried out softly caressing his hair. He was awake. Meanwhile, Asher's face was as still as a statue, he hardly blinked or changed his line of focus. Tracy rained multiple kisses on his face but that still didn't generate any reaction from him. There were several questions running wild in her head that needed to be answered. "Asher..can you hear me? it's me your mum" She reminded him taking his hand in hers. She brought his hand to her lips and began sobbing. Now she had a new ray of hope. He was awake and that was all that mattered to her. *** Olivia sat on her bed reading a book in the peace and quietness of Damien's r
Bianca flashed a smile at the kind receptionist who led her to the door leading to Xander's office... Her hubby must have been working his ass off and had probably forgotten to have breakfast before coming to the office and it was certain that he might skip lunch too. But not on her watch. She had decided to pay a surprise visit to him today by coming over to his company with his lunch. She pushed the door open and stepped in with all smiles.. "Hey, Mr Gray I see you're busy." Xander was startled at her sudden familiar and chirpy voice, he snapped his head up from his PC to her. She plunged to the chair in front of his large desk with a broad grin on her face placing two takeouts on his desk. From her facial expression he got that she was excited to see him. "Wow! I wasn't expecting you to show up. You startled me for a second there" She sprang up to her feet and walked around the desk heading to him, once she drew close enough she stood behind him and leaned dow
All throughout the ride back home Damien's hand never left Olivia's tummy no matter how many times she made jest of him. He just couldn't contain his happiness and the same goes to Olivia. "Don't you think you are overreacting?" Olivia inquired arching a brow. She wasn't complaining or anything, it was just it felt weird for him to caress her flat tummy. "Come on. I wasn't there for you when you were pregnant with Kelvin. The least I could do is to make sure that I'm always by your side from now henceforth" Olivia sighed in defeat, she tilted her head by the side till it fell on his shoulder. "As you wish Mr Sterling" *** Hardin wiped off small food crumbs by the corner of Alexa's lips using his thumb. He took the dirty dishes along with him to the kitchen. "You don't have to do the dishes. I can manage on my own" Alexa lazily offered running her palm on her stomach. "Nah. it's nothing much" It's been a while since she last ate a really nourishing homemade foo
Damien and Olivia waited patiently for the results of the test carried out. The result was said to be ready in the next thirty minutes. "Are you sure you aren't feeling any discomfort?" He asked worriedly. Olivia's face fell for the umpteenth time in a row, Damien had been bugging her with that same question over and over again. "Yes. My ears are about to be blown off by you. I told you already right? I'm fine quit worrying yourself for nothing" Damien chuckled at her response, he brought his hand to her blonde hair stroking it lovingly. "I can't help but worry about you honey" Olivia flashed him a look of surprise, he just addressed her as 'Honey' and surprisingly it sounded right to her ears. Luckily for Olivia who was gradually burning in red color, the door opened and a doctor stepped into his office while a nurse followed behind him. He took his seat behind his large brown desk filled with some papers clipped together and his name tag. "Mr Sterling. I'm deepl
Hardin pulled away from Alexa after a few seconds of their lips locking. He cupped her face in his hands while his eyes never left hers for a second. Her face was expressionless and he noticed that she didn't reciprocate to his advances. Or furthermore, she wasn't interested in him like he was in her. The thought of that shattered his heart into a million tiny pieces. Maybe this had something to do with the huge gap in their status. But at this point, nothing mattered to him any longer except the lady standing close to him. Whether she accepted him or not, he had decided to pour out his feelings. She hadn't said a word neither had she blinked or make the slightest of movement. Perhaps, she was still in a state of shock, which was very true. Although this wasn't the first time Hardin had kissed her, but this kiss which lasted for a few seconds felt entirely different. Her heart thumped wildly wondering why he did that. Different questions and assumptions filled her mind leavin
The once messy apartment which belonged to Alexa was made spotless and neat after a few hours of cleaning by Hardin.. He picked up the trashcan and proceeded to the living room where some of her dresses and socks were littered. A few empty packs from various snacks covered the table in the midst of the mini living room. "How come I never noticed any of this whenever I come in here?" He questioned no one in particular.. After taking out the thrash from the table, his eyes caught sight of a thin strip paper like object lying lazily on the table.. Hardin's brows furrowed, from the two clear red lines flashing before his eyes, he already knew what this was. He picked it up examining it closely, this was a pregnancy strip. And worse of it all, it was showing two lines which meant that it was positive. Was Alexa pregnant? if not what was it doing in her apartment? Meanwhile.. A smile carved on Alexa's sleeping face when a mouth watering aroma filled her nostrils. She stir