[Ava]"And what the fuck do you think you're doing?" My hand quickly moved as I turned off the switch, my heartbeat quickened, my stomach churning as I spun around immediately my eyes fixed on a fuming Caleb"I said what the fuck do you think you're doing?" He growled, his jaw clenching hard, fear gripped me like a vice squeezing the air out of my lungs as Caleb's eyes moved from me to the switch and turned on and back to me"How dare you walk around this house without my permission!" Caleb roared as he walked inside the room, shutting the door behind him, my skin crawled with dread as I watched Caleb walking towards me with his hand fixed on his pocket, his eyes narrowing slightlyMy heart thumped hard in my chest and I quickly turned around pulling out the drawer in which I had seen a gun earlier, I didn't fucking know what I was doing but in split seconds, I had the gun in my hand pointing it towards Caleb, my finger instinctively wrapping around the trigger, I watched as Caleb fro
[Ava]"Fuck!!" I snarled ducking down as more gunfire erupted from the stairs, my heart raced wildly in my chest as I sprinted towards the dining room"Dear Lord!" I groaned, shoving my phone into my pocket and grabbing a chair as I made a beeline for the window"You've got a fucking death wish!" Caleb's loud voice rang out, and another bullet whizzed past me, freezing me in my tracksMy eyes went wide as the chair slipped from my grasp and crashed to the floor. I let out a furious snarl, I spun around, my gaze locked on Caleb as he struggled to his feet, his hand clamped over his ribcage. He was now crawling his way down the stairs but I knew I had to move fast if I wanted to make it out of hereIf I can just avoid getting shot I might still make it out of here aliveI grasped the chair again, taking a deep steading breath. With a swift motion, I pulled back and slammed the chair into the glass window, the crunching sound echoing through my earsAdrenaline surged through my veins as
[Ava] I could feel my body moving, I could hear muffled voices around me, and I felt pains coursing throughout my body, but everywhere was dark all I could see was darkness "Sunshine!" My heart skipped as I heard his voice, I spun around with force, and that was when the darkness around me disappeared, I stared around and I was in the forest. My heart skipped, tears rolling down my cheeks as I stared at Caleb, who had his eyes fixed on me. I stared down at my body and blood was gushing out of my abdomen, my hand clutched my tummy tighter as I tried to suppress the pain, but it was futile, I tried to speak, but my voice was cut in my throat. "I told you there's no getting away from me, you already know things you shouldn't know so you have to die, Sunshine..." I heard Caleb groan, and more tears rolled down my cheeks as I shook my head continuously, trying to stand up but the searing pain that stabbed through my abdomen held me back. I watched him pull a knife from his waistband, h
[Gabriel]"What are you talking about?" tears streamed down my little doll's cheeks, and my hand tightened around hers as I tried to make sense of what she had just said.I couldn't help but try as much as I could to look away from the bandage that was snaked all around Ava's abdomen, we were lucky the injury wasn't critical even though she experienced severe bleeding, and I could only cling to the doctors word that it was nothing serious while we waited for the results."He killed Remi, Caleb murdered his father, and Remi as well he...he...he..." Ava's words trailed off as she began quivering again. I tightened my hand on hers, my other hand digging into her hair as I coaxed her."Take a deep breath, baby, calm down, I think you are freaking out!" I said softly, trying to put together what she just said. Caleb killed his sister, that doesn't make senseOf course, the bastard was in my custody, and I still didn't have time for him yet, I needed to make sure my woman was okay because h
[Gabriel]"Is everything okay? What's wrong?" Logan's hoarse voice snapped towards me, I gritted my teeth hard, cursing under my breath as I stared at Logan, his eyes were brimming deep red, my eyes shifted towards Ava, who had her gaze fixed on me as well."Is that the results, what's wrong?" Logan asked yet again making my jaw clench hard"Nothing serious, he just filled me in on some details and her prescriptions!" I lied, but there was no way I was fucking letting Ava know about this in her current condition, she needs to get better, and I will find a better way to tell her everything."But, you..." Logan's words trailed off as he met my intense gaze, I tiltled my neck a bit and he sure understood that I wanted him to shut the fuck up as he clamped his mouth shut, but I didn't miss the look in Ava's eyes as she stared from me to the file in my hand"That's a relief!" Logan said through gritted teeth. "But there's something you should listen to!" My gaze returned to Logan, and he e
[Gabriel]"What do you intend to do to him? You heard everything!" Logan asked, and I shut my eyes for a second, my fingers curling, nails digging into my palm as the recording replayed in my head over and over."My woman needs to get better first, man. I really can't think straight at the moment, but one thing is certain, my hand will get stained." Logan's eyes narrowed slightly, a smirk curved on his lips and he nodded. He could tell I was serious about it.~~~~~~~~It's been two days since we came back from the hospital, we ended up spending four more days before we got discharged, and my baby was recovering faster than I expected, I had not left her side for a minute, and I wasn't planning to until I was sure she was fine"So, are you going to talk to me now? If Caleb ran off, then let me know so we can report him to the cops, I have the evidence of his confession, if you arrested him then tell me, I deserve to know!" Ava snapped at me I did not allow her to speak about anything
[Ava]"Our baby didn't make it, you miscarried!" The words echoed in my head like a mantra, my eyes were wide open, my hand clutched protectively against my tummy, and I felt my breath hitch as if the air had been sucked out of the room. For a moment, I couldn't move or think. Five weeks pregnant, the words echoed in my head over and over. I Miscarried"Deep breath, Princess!" I heard Gabriel's voice, his hand moving up and down my back, my vision blurred, the room faded into nothing, and the air became thick and choking. I couldn't speak. All I could feel was the sharp ache of something I never got the chance to know being ripped out of meI was pregnant? I had a life growing inside of me, was that the constant nausea that I had been experiencing for the past few days? Was this why I felt so disgusted when I saw certain foods? I had a life in me but my baby is no more. I lost my child because of Caleb. Tears blurred my vision, I opened my mouth to say something, but nothing came out
[Gabriel]"I will always love you princess!" I mumbled under my breath, my chest tightened, my hands itching to grab and break something. The pounding in my skull matched the beat of my pulse. My body coiled, about to snap, and I knew the only way to calm the storm was to let it loose.I swallowed hard, holding Ava tight to my body as she quivered. Her hand tightened on mine, and I could feel her fingers digging into my skin."Hmm," Ava hummed, my hand tightened on hers, placing a soft kiss on her neckI carefully placed her down on the bed as I noticed soft snores escaping her lips. I stared at her lips which were curved upwards. My hands moved to her cheeks and I wiped away the tears that were still streaming down her cheeks."I will deal with him princess, I may hand him over to the police like you want, but I will do whatever I want after that or I won't be satisfied!" I mumbled under my breath, tucking a few strands of her hair at the back of her ear, plopping down, I placed a so
[Gabriel]The moment I saw her step out, everything else fadedMy wife-to-beMy breath hitched as my eyes remained focused on her. The sight of her was stealing every air from my lungs, and for a long breathless moment, I thought my heart had stopped.My gaze swept across her body. She looked...unreal like she was crafted out of a magazine cover. Damn!!!The dress hugged her in ways that made my heart race. Every curve, every delicate inch. Heavens!!The shimmering lace was catching the sunlight, casting a soft golden glow around her as if the universe itself couldn't help but admire her. Her lips were slightly parted as she stared at me... Fuck!!! My heart was pounding so violently that I swore everyone could hear it. Each step she took made the weight of this moment press harder against my chest. She was mine... Mine to be!! It was truly happening!Just as my eyes drank her in, they flickered down to my little girl walking in front of her, holding her small bouquet with both hands
[Ava]The moment the lace settled against my skin. My heart began pounding so hard. My wedding dress hugged me all in the right placesI took a deep breath as I stepped out of the partition standing in front of the large mirror. My breath hitched as I caught a glimpse of my reflection. Everything else faded for a moment.The shimmer in the fabric caught the light perfectly, and the sweetheart neckline framed my collarbone with delicate confidence and elegance. A gold necklace with a round-cut diamond sat perfectly against my skin, subtle but stunning like it was made for this momentMy eyes moved down my body, and my heartbeat quickened. This is beautiful! This is!!"You look..." My mother's voice dragged me out of my thoughts, her voice cracking as she paused standing beside me "Perfect!" She mumbled softlyWhen did she come in? She walked closer to me, holding my hand and spinning me around to face her.Her gaze traced my body from head to toe. She stared back at me and I noticed t
[Ava]It was finally the D-dayMy heart was pounding as Ashley and my mother walked in and out of the room, trying to put things in order. Elise and her team arrived with my wedding dress a few hours ago. We were currently in one of Gabriel's Mansions in his beach house.I haven't seen him since the last time he came for dinner at my house. I tried sneaking out to at least catch a glimpse of him when we got here in the morning because I knew that he was currently in the other Mansion on the east side, but Ashley scolded me before I could make a move with the, 'No, you can't see the groom until you walk down the aisle,' she even had to take my phone so I wouldn't call Gabriel and try sneaking out again I even thought he would be the one to bring Elma to us, but Jaxon had brought her to the side of the mansion we were in.The make-up artist was done with my makeup, and the stylists were still trying to get my hair in order. They were taking their precious time to make me look goodMy g
[Ava]"This is so perfect!" My mother exclaimed as I tried on my wedding gown. My heart was racing as Elise helped me out with the back."Wow!" Ashley smiled from where she was, making me bite down on my lower lips.Do I look that beautiful?"You should see for yourself!" Elise's eyes shone with excitement as she held my hand and guided me to the long mirror. My heart was pounding fast with each step I took.I walked in front of the mirror, and my mouth instantly hung open! My face flushed deep crimson as I stared at myself. It was everything I pictured. The dress hugged my body perfectly. The lacework on the bodice was delicate, just the way I wanted it. The sweetheart neckline framed my face with subtle elegance, soft but confident. The shimmer in the fabric captured the light in just the right places.I couldn't take my eyes away from the woman in the mirror. My eyes burned as everything began to blur, and before I knew it, tears were rolling down my cheeks."This is beautiful!" I
[Ava]We were all seated at the dinning, already eating. My gaze shifted to the last message I sent Gabriel. He was supposed to be here by now, I wonder what is holding him up!!I dropped my phone back on the table, and immediately the door creaked open, I didn't need anyone to tell me who it was"I think he's here!" I mumbled and stood up heading to the sitting room. My eyes snapped towards the door and my legs halted, my mouth hung open as I stared at my man."The Fuck!!" The word slipped out of my mouth as my eyes swept all over Gabriel's. He was dressed in a crisp white shirt, sleeves rolled up to his elbows, displaying those strong forearms I knew so well. The shirt hugged his broad chest just right, and the dark slacks made his legs appear even longer. I gulped down, my eyes trailing to his neatly styled hairDamn, this man is beautiful.Elma's eyes met mine, and her eyes lit up instantly as she exclaimed, running towards me."Ava!!" My little girl broke free from Gabriel's gra
[Ava]"I can't believe it's five days to your wedding baby!" Ashley was beaming as we arranged the table. I had to leave Elma and Gabriel last night to come to my house because right now, the woman after my heart just arrived in Zurich this afternoon, and Logan had gone to pick her up. I had Ashley help me out as we prepared something for herIt's been three years since I last saw my mum and I can't wait to see her"I'm so excited and nervous at the same, can't believe I'll be a wife in a few days," my lips stretched into a smile as I took the wine and headed to the dining table to set it down"I can't wait!" Ashley said"Me too!" I smiled as we arranged the dinningAshley let out a deep breath, stretching her hand above her head. "We finished earlier than expected!" Ashley said"All thanks to my best friend!" I stepped back taking another look at the dinningMy eyes darted to my pant pocket as my phone vibrated. My lips curled into a smile, I knew who was calling!I took my phone out
[Gabriel]My heart swelled with joy on how my daughter and my princess were interacting They were currently in the kitchen as Elma had to beg Ava that she wanted to make a vanilla cake after she was done rejoicing about her wedding.I had discussed the wedding with Elma after her therapy session. She was so excited that she asked if she could join us at the wedding and wear her princess gown. I had told her that it would only happen if Ava agreed!I tilted my neck as the ringtone of my phone buzzed, snapping me out of my thoughts. I picked it up, pressing it on loudspeaker as Logan's voice boomed out."Gabe!" Logan called out, and the shuffling on his end told me where he was. He had a project he was working on that was taking a lot of his time "What's up!" I growled out, tilting my neck from side to side."I called my sister, but she's not taking my calls, where is she?" "Downstairs, with Elma in the kitchen!" A chuckle broke through from Logan's end. "Are they already bonding so
[Ava]My heart was pounding faster with each step we took into the mall. Ashley had already grabbed two of the pregnancy test strips before we even began shopping for other necessities. I was occasionally zoning out with the what-ifs that filled my mind.What if I'm pregnant? I can't help but wonder how happy Gabriel would feel. He told me not to worry, but that doesn't mean I don't want to have a child with my man! Yes, we already have Elma, but giving her a sibling will not be so bad, will it?~~~~~~~~I parked my car in front of Ashley's apartment as we made our way inside. I had to stop at Ashley's house to take the test"Ash, I seriously feel like I shouldn't do this, I mean, I still have this feeling it will turn out negative and..." Ashley held my hand, cutting me off."Listen, Ava, even if it ends up being negative, it's fine, you just have to check and make sure, so take a deep breath and go ahead.""Okay!" I muttered, biting down on my lower lip as I walked into the washroom
[Ava]"When do we set the date for the wedding, I don't think I can wait anymore, I want you to be my wife already, and has the designer for your wedding dress reached out to you?" Gabriel asked, a soft smile playing on his lipsI bit down on my lower lip, my gaze darting nowhere in particular. "She did reach out to me but I've been occupied to visit. You tell me when do you have in mind for the date?" I asked Gabriel, and he shifted me, making me lie on my side with my eyes fixed on him."I will say tomorrow or next because that's how fast I fucking want to wife you up!" Gabriel groaned, his hand trailing at my back, giving my ass a gentle squeeze. I bit back a chuckle, biting down on my lower lip"Two weeks from now is fine, and I want something simple with just family and friends," I said softly watching Gabriel's brows crease together I just wanted something very simple"Is that want you want?" Gabriel asked"Yes something simple!" My lips curled into a smile as Gabriel nodded, d