Scarlet's ex-husband, Thomas, came to visit Scarlet with their son, James.Scarlet hugged her son affectionately with tears in her eyes. She had missed him so much.Thomas glared at Collins. He didn't like him.He knew something was going on between him and Scarlet. That was the reason he disliked him so much.Collins didn't care. He returned the glare. There was an awkward silence between them. It was as if they were communicating with their eyes.Collins smiled at James."Hi."He also returned the smile.Collins headed out. He knew he had to give them privacy."I miss you love."Scarlet kissed James's head. She had agreed with Thomas it was safe to stay with him for now.Thomas was enraged. Collins's presence enraged him so much, he furrowed his eyebrows at Scarlet."Mummy. We went on a family trip and it was awesome. I saw a zebra. I wish you were there with us.""Really?"She met Thomas's gaze on her.She sighed. Even when they were still together, they had never gone on a family
"James!"Scarlet could feel her heart beating out of rhythm. They had left the little boy here alone by himself.Where had he gone?Thomas checked the other rooms if he could find him there. They both were worried."I found him!"Thomas shouted so Scarlet could hear him. He was in Jane's bedroom checking out her drawings.Tears slid down his face. Thomas consoled him, pulling him closer, and kissing his head softly."It's my fault."James sobbed.Scarlet's heart shattered into tiny pieces hearing him say that. She walked toward him."It's not your fault love."She would not allow him to take the blame. It was not his fault."I shouldn't have left her there on her own. We should have just gone home.""I'm sorry darling. It's not your fault. She would not want you to blame yourself either.""I left her there. Tell me why it's not my fault. I...."He trailed off. He would have done anything to turn back the hands of time. He missed his sister so much.Sometimes it felt like he was dreamin
David did not give up on finding Leila. He had all the money and connections to find her wherever she was.A few of his security guards who were skilled in tracking down people began their search by analyzing Leila's online presence, tracing her digital footprint, and monitoring any communication networks she might have used.They examined her social media accounts, emails, and financial transactions, hoping to find any potential leads.They had been doing all this for quite some time now, monitoring any financial transactions from her but it was as though she knew about all this.She had not been online, she changed her line, and everything. She didn't want to be traced.David was restless. It was as though he wasn't doing enough. His security guards knew how important the search was, they had put in all effort, monitoring her social media handles.They had even tried to message her on all her social media handles, hoping she would reply. It had been three months now, and she hadn't
David sighed.He would do everything possible to get Leila back into his life.They would be going to Asheville, North Carolina, tomorrow morning.It felt like the longest night for David. He just couldn't wait for the day to break.The plane took off as early as possible. They tracked her down to the suburbs.David alighted from the car. He stood akimbo before a quaint and inviting four-story building house.Ryan was beside him, also staring at the building before them."Should we ask the neighbors?"Ryan asked David. A man had just come out from the house. He had a grocery bag with him.What were they waiting for? It was obvious the man was her neighbor. They should just ask him if he knew anyone who bore the name, Leila.David shook his head. He knew something wasn't right. He could sense it."I don't know this feeling. I think something is not right."David approached the man himself.He asked him if he lived there. He responded positively.He sighed and paused for a while. He ask
Rebecca was gracefully moving through her prenatal exercise routine.She prioritized her well-being and that of her baby at all times.She followed a pregnancy-specific routine, avoiding positions that could put a strain on her body.After jogging on the treadmill, She gently massaged her belly, enjoying the connection and bond she shared with her baby.She heard the sound of approaching footsteps. She sipped on the water to stay hydrated."Edward."She turned to face him. She smiled at him. She was sure he had brought news."Boss has found Leila."He said and was about to take his leave. She had offered him 30 thousand bucks just for this information."Wait!"He turned to face her. What the hell did she want from him again? He would not say more than that.She moved closer to him. Her heart skipped, she never believed David did not give up on his search for Leila.Now that he had found her, what would become of her?It was as though Edward knew the question she would ask next."I can
THREE WEEKS LATERRebecca arrived in Asheville, North Carolina. She would be staying in a hotel for a week.As she stepped through the hotel's grand entrance, she was welcomed warmly by a tall and decent lady.After her check-in process had been completed, she was presented with a beautifully crafted key.The concierge escorted her to an exclusive elevator that took her to a luxurious suite on the top floor.She unpacked and settled down in the king-sized bed adorned with luscious linens and fluffy pillows.She felt so happy. She could afford whatever she wanted now because there was money.He looked around the spacious bedroom. Although It wasn't as spacious as her bedroom back at home, it was cozy.She liked it here. She gazed at her baby bump. This pregnancy had brought so much goodness and fortunes to her way.When she thought about the night she had sex with David, she thanked her stars she had slipped her hand inside his pocket.If David wasn't a billionaire, she wouldn't keep t
Ryan raised his eyebrows."A nurse wanted to see you. She said it's urgent."He had no idea why David said he should not say anything to him, but he needed to know.Ryan was so curious that he asked the nurse what it was. She said she would not say anything until she saw his boss, David.David sighed."Is it about Leila's condition? Has something happened to her?""Not at all."Ryan answered.He heaved a sigh of relief. He had scared him with the way he approached him."You scared me."He was relieved now."I'm sure you're David."Felicia said David.David nodded his head. His eyes were fixed on Leila's face. He wished he could do something to her condition and make her conscious again.There was nothing he could do. It was painful, to see her in this condition.Felicia furrowed her eyebrows at David. He wasn't paying attention to her, his mind was elsewhere.Only if they knew what she was about to say to them. Ryan was beside David."You know anyone who bears Rebecca?"David's eyes w
Ryan cleared his throat and left the room for them.What mattered to him now was that Leila had regained consciousness."We tracked you down through your social media handle."Leila sighed.She was grateful for staying with her all through the time she was unconscious."Thank you for staying with me."He tried to move closer to her."No. Stay where you are."She didn't want him closer. She didn't trust herself not to kiss him as soon as he got closer.Her heart still beat for him. It was weird to her.Despite how she tried to forget about him. She had relocated too, thinking it would help, but every day and night she yearned for him.She looked away.Her eyes glistened with tears. She thought she had moved on. Now that he was here, why was her heart beating fast?"I miss you.....so much"David mumbled. It's been six months of torture without her. She was the bane of his existence.Leila slowly shifted her gaze to him.Tears slid down her face. He had no shame? How could he miss her so
The soft, white sand stretched as far as the eye could see, and the rhythmic sounds of crashing waves provided a soothing backdrop for the joyous occasion.David and Leila would be celebrating their love on a picturesque beach.The beach was beautifully adorned with delicate white and pastel-colored flowers, carefully placed to enhance the natural beauty of the surroundings. A romantic arch, intricately woven with cascading blooms, served as the focal point for the ceremony. Gauzy white curtains billowed gently in the coastal breeze, creating an ethereal atmosphere.Rows of comfortable seating, decorated with flowing ribbons and flower petals, awaited the arrival of their beloved guests.It was a beautiful day for both Leila and David. Leila was adorned in a stunning white gown, gently gliding down the aisle, Scarlet took her arms as they walked side by side.Her eyes were locked on David, the man she cherished and would spend the rest of her life with. It was the best moment, seeing
Leila's heart raced with excitement as she strolled hand-in-hand with David through a romantic park on a cold night.David held her hands and began."You complete me. Your smile awakens me, making me want to burst open...you are my strength and weakness. Without you, my life is meaningless."Tears glistened in Leila's eyes. A warm blush rose to her cheek. She felt a surge of ecstasy washed over her.She loved him so much too. Her eyelids fluttered.She gasped. She wrapped her hands around him and kissed him like it would be her last."I love you so so much."As they walked along a moonlit path, Leila saw a soft glow in the distance. Curiosity lit up her eyes as they reached an open area of the park, revealing a breathtaking sight: a dark sky illuminated with bursts of colorful fireworks dancing in the air which said,'will you marry me?'Leila wasn't sure she had seen it. She wasn't dreaming.She was amazed. Her eyes lit up."Oh my goodness! David, did you see that?"She turned her he
David ran down the stairs."See who's here."Rebecca cringed when she saw David.David sighed and removed his hands from his pocket. He was not expecting to see her.Leila knew Rebecca stayed with Collins and also lost her baby. David had told her all about it."I know you've learned your lesson. I hold no grudges against you."Leila meant what she said. Rebecca just had to start doing the right thing from now on.David furrowed his brows at Rebecca. She should thank her stars she did the right thing. If she had not come to apologize, he would have come for her.Ryan gazed at Rebecca. Her eyes were begging Leila and David. Ryan had intentionally let her in.She had to apologize to Leila for everything she did to her. Leila deserved all the apologies.Now that Ryan gazed intently at her, she was not on her knees. How could she be standing and apologizing?Ryan made her knelt. He pressed her down.He then winked at her. That was the right way to apologize."You can leave now. I will for
Scarlet, Thomas, and James came in with bouquets in their hands and wide smiles on their faces.Leila was ecstatic. Scarlet and Thomas looked like a couple when they stood side by side.They hugged. Scarlet was glad to see Leila. She meant the whole world to her.James had grown tall.They all had a lengthy conversation, giggling and laughing.It was all Leila needed at that moment. Their enemy was no more, it was everything to Leila.Now, she didn't have to sleep in fear. She had always worried herself out, doubting if everything would be alright in the end.She was glad her mind had found peace now.It was over.Thomas and James later took their leave. Scarlet stayed back, she had a lot to discuss with Leila."I know."Scarlet began.Leila did not get her. What did she know?"I know about Collins and David."Leila still did not get her. She wondered what it was she knew about Collins and David."Someone by the name.....Anna. Yes, Anna. She explained everything to me."Leila gazed in
He shoved it inside his mouth."Eat your eye! You evil bastard."He spat it out, moaning.Collins felt the World closing in on him. He muttered,"I hate you."He cackled softly. He would come again for Leila even after death. He would haunt her in her dreams and become her nightmare.David drove a sharp dagger into his mouth. He pulled it out and stabbed him all over the face.After he had destroyed his face, he unsheathed a silver dagger and drove it into Collins's chest.TWO DAYS LATEREverything felt like a dream to Leila. Her eyes snapped open.She didn't feel weak or felt any pain in any part of her body.She easily slid out of bed and made her way through the hallway to the living room. She had no idea what was happening.She was stunned at the sight that greeted her in the living room.She gaped.Anna saw her first."Leila."The rest of the werewolf family were having a discussion, they had not seen Leila quickly.Anna rushed toward her."How do you feel? Is your jaw stretching?
Tears streamed down her face.She had begun to feel nauseous. Something was pulling her from the inside.She wondered if that was her inner wolf. Her eyes widened. She had no idea what it would look like for her to change into a werewolf.She was sure she had been infected by Collins. A bite alone meant something."It's almost getting dark. I will begin the first phase of the honeymoon. The first phase of the honeymoon would be before we wed and the second phase would be after we have wedded. When it's full moon."Leila had not been listening the whole time. Her mind was occupied with the thought of changing into a werewolf.Collins didn't care if she was listening or not. He had come a long way. He could not wait to start the first phase of his honeymoon.He stripped her off.Leila was gobsmacked."What? What are you doing?"She was left only with her undies. She tried to break free from the chair she had been bound to.She was screaming.Collins did not stop. He fondled her breast a
Anna was sure Valerie had seen something."If you had seen the innocent Collins, you would feel pity for him. I thought it was cruel of Valerie to say that. I was angry.""You didn't ask her why she said you could kill if need be?"Anna asked Silas."She said I would know if the time comes."Silas answered and continued."I flared up and told her she shouldn't have adopted him if she could not show him care and love. Our parents didn't raise us to be cruel."David didn't say anything. He was just listening attentively. He knew Silas was going somewhere."I raised Collins. He was a sweet boy, I thought he would be aggressive. It baffled me I didn't see anything strange about his behavior."He paused and continued."My anger at Valerie intensified. I thought she said all those mean things about Collins because she didn't want to take responsibility for him. Some weeks later, Valerie divorced her husband and moved to California with her new lover."David had now become impatient. Silas w
She meant it."If David had not caught us, I would have slapped your dirty face. You have no shame!"She spat. He disgusted her.Collins exhaled deeply."Well, there's nothing you can do about it. If you do not want me, I want you. Jane would not have died if you did what asked you to do.""Get my niece's name out of your decaying mouth.""Should I brief you on how she died?"His lips curved into a smile."I also bound her to the same chair you are currently bound to. She begged me to take her out of this creepy place. She cried for her mummy and Aunt."Leila stared dagger at him. If eyes could kill, hers could have killed Collins by now."She was scared, she hugged me, I had no other choice. When I thought of you and David fucking, it made my heart bleed, and there was no room for mercy."He paused. He bent over Leila. He wanted her to hear what he was about to say clearly."I drove the knife into her left eye first."His breath brushed her face. Leila was shaking. She wanted to brea
They knew they deserved no mercy because they failed to do their job.David opened his eyes. He exhaled deeply."Collins is the devil behind all this. Get your things and disperse. We are hunting him down."He was sure they understood he meant weapons when he told them to get their things.They all looked at themselves with wide eyes. How was that possible?"Collins?"Ryan asked. He was lost. He wanted to be sure David had not mentioned the wrong name."Yes. I found out...he deceived us all."Scarlet was sure she had not misheard him. How could he be spewing nonsense?"What?"She moved closer to him and gazed at his face. Was he sure of what he was saying at all?David knew it would be hard for everyone to believe. Collins had the most innocent face that concealed his darkest heart.He slipped his hand into his back pocket and brought out Jane's journal.He handed it over to her. Scarlet collected it. She wondered where he saw it. Thomas had given the journal to Jane as a birthday gif