IRIS'S POV:“You have the power to protect them and unlike you, I'm sure they wouldn't stop you from protecting and being there for them all the way. So I advise you to go back, you might not even meet either of those men. Support and watch Jason emerge as the winner. It will be okay and you have Aunty Mariana there as well to support.” She concluded and I heaved out a breath.“See that's why you're my best friend!” I mimicked her tone of earlier and stretched out my hand for a hug and she embraced me laughing. “Now is it just me or my man is talented? Did you see all those art pieces? Woof…It's crazy this house isn't on fire.” She commented in astonishment and pride, I smiled just seeing her in love.“They are.”“You know when my cousin got married a year ago, I was wondering what was wrong with me that I wasn't getting married or even proposed to. I wasn't even pregnant nor fooling around. I was just sitting myself down and working. It was a bit depressing, and I didn't tell anyone
IRIS'S POV:TWO DAYS LATER:“Good morning dad.” I greeted with a smile, entering into the dinning room where no matter how advanced the world was becoming, he also sat for breakfast reading a paper.“Good morning Sweetheart.” I planted a kiss on his cheek and hugged him, before going to sit next to him.It was a Monday morning, and I had been dreading having this conversation with my father especially after an idea I had envisioned about six years ago. Too many, it might sound unbelievable and impossible but after discussing with the Chief Operation Officer, and some engineers, they all remembered my ‘abandoned secret project’. I had been so passionate and dedicated to it, it was almost done.I had named it AquaSolis Haven, and it was meant to provide electricity to everyone in the entire city. It was a beautiful plan, it would generate so much income for the company and help so many people. Phebian, a friend from College, who was an outstanding Civil engineer, had also been helping w
COMPETITION DAY:3RD POV:It was finally the Friday the entire family had been anticipating for. Twenty kids from each state in the country of Kemela, all gathered for the event, to pick only one representative for their country at the main competition at Simia. Some parents had withdrawn their kids from the competition stating how unfair it was for it to be only one winner.Iris, however, had confidence in Jason and he had been given the entire equipment and materials for all needs and the support from friends and family was massive.“You got this, Champ! Go show them how talented you are, okay? And tell to not forget to record the entire thing and tell those other losers off!” Robert told Jason over the video call making Iris chuckle while packing up the cookies she had made because Jason loved it.“I will!” Jamie popped her face into the camera and Robert laughed giving her a thumbs up.“Win or or…I'm going to get you that new helicopter.” Robert promised and Jason nervously smile
3RD POV:As the competition went on, Jamie recorded going closer and after over an hour had passed by it was time to serve what they had prepared before the judges.“Come on, Iris, let's go grab something for everyone to drink.” Mariana urged since she was so tense and the suspense was killing her.She had told Miguel on their way here that, if they don't give my godson that award and allow him to go to the next round, I'm going to fight all of them.“Alright, We will be right back.” Iris picked up her nose mask as extra protection of her identity and excused herself while everyone busied themselves talking amongst each other and watched the judges reaction to the various meals.“We haven't had time to talk since the proposal. You're too busy for me now?” Mariana asked playfully as they walked through the less crowded V. I. P section. “Girl, don't start. You're the one who's been busy with your cases and we literally met for brunch twice this week.” Iris pointed out, amused by her be
IRIS'S POV:A MONTH LATER:“Fasten up your seat belts, we will be landing in a few minutes….” The hostess instructed and the kids were so excited that they returned back to their seats, grinning from ear to ear.They were just like me. As much as I might travel to various countries for work and vacation, there was nothing beating the adrenaline and excitement that ran through my veins every time I was going somewhere new. But not this trip though, I had been here and it just took my mind to the time I arrived here over nine years ago. I was happy, naive, speaking like a typical rich girl who didn't want anything from her parents, and oh….I was so not observant.“Mummy, you look scared. Doesn't she?” Jason pointed out, then turned to Jamie for confirmation. “Not really. She looks stressed though.” Jamie responded, and I just looked at them as they stared at me intently.“I'm not scared but a little bit stressed out that's all. How about you two? How are you feeling?” I asked, then ch
3RD POV:Mel, Simia:“Are the rumors true of the ongoing relationship between Jonathan Knight and Freda Morgan?”“Is it true, Jonathan Knight is not attracted to women?”“What happened between Scarlet and Jonathan Knight? Is it true they secretly married and have secretly gotten divorced?”Reporters flocked around the restaurant where Mrs Jessica Knight and her friends came to have dinner. The security guards guarded Mrs Knight from the aggressive reporters but her face was scrunched up from the obnoxious questions and she was left stunned by the second question wondering,Where did that even come from? This was becoming too much…“I'm sorry about that, Mrs Knight. I have no idea how the reporters came to know about your whereabouts.” The new driver, Corby, apologized and Mrs Knight heaved out a sigh.“They are the parazzi and they are everywhere. It has nothing to do with you. Let's just go home.” She assured him as he started up the car and he nodded slowly letting out a breath.As
3RD POV:THE NEXT DAY:AT NOON:Today was the press conference set up by Jonathan's team, as a promotion for the competition highly recommended by the television channel who needed viewers to tune in every single night throughout the event. Everything was already set up for the night, billboards were out, media houses were prepared to come interview as well as promote. It was going to be a successful event, everyone was certain of that.What was the worst thing that could possibly go wrong when everything was already in place?Jonathan was standing behind the camera, as his assistant was running down some of the questions that might be asked. He was in designer simple black pants and his signature blindly button down white shirt. His face wasn't as empty as they were years back, he had connected beards and his hair was combed out always, making him look handsome and more appealing.Freda smiled seeing him, she adjusted her new gold hoop earrings and walked towards him.“Wow….Who is th
IRIS’S POV:That Same Day:It was a warm Afternoon, the weather was different from back home just like I remembered but it wasn't as much as I could remember, the sun was out and bright, the city of Mel was simply exquisite and I was amazed at the fact that the only time I stayed at the city was some days to my wedding, and I was too occupied to enjoy its serenity and beauty. The apartment Gabriel and I stayed was about thirty minutes away from the city, private estate for his status.“My sister has always loved the neighboring city. Let's get married there, I will have my team set it up and trust me, it would be spectacular. Just let me go tell her.” I remember vividly how he kissed my head afterwards and like a kid, he skipped away hastily going to inform his little sister, Tamar, all about it. Without even sharing more details nor asking if I liked it. His sister and relatives liked me. Another reason why I didn't even bother objecting was because I hoped it would at least bring s
IRIS'S POV:It was embarrassing and amusing and since reporters were there, they had captured it and the whole world had laughed and I was just grateful that I never had to worry that she would come back. Sophie had accompanied Mariana when she went to see Miguel after he was released from prison, earlier this year. He told her he had learnt his lesson and he apologized from the depth of his heart and travelled out of the country. We all toasted to that piece of information, and Sophie was just different now. She and Robert had a small wedding three years ago at my Island and the two had two kids in a span of a year, which we all found totally amusing. As soon as she gave birth to her first cute baby boy, Paul, in a span of three months, she was pregnant yet again and we couldn't help but wonder if that was healthy. She birthed another boy, Peter, and she had a load on her hand.“Why are you seated here looking like a creep?” Scarlet interrupted my thoughts and I chuckled.“Taking a
IRIS'S POV:“We are married, Jonathan, and I believe in marriages, people don't just jump up and leave. You are my partner and my other half, I trust and love you and we both are going to make sure our kids are safe. You can be the sole warrior of my safety.” I added the last sentence jokingly and he smiled, pulling me for a kiss.“I love you with everything in me, my Queen.” He looked deeply into my eyes as uttered those and I smiled shyly.“I love you too, baby.” And we stretched for another warm passionate kiss, above the kids’ heads and we broke apart when we heard in unison, “Ewwwww..” Which made us laugh and showered the kids with kisses and I told them, “ I love you my smart little babies.”When we got home, our parents had already thrown a Welcome Back Home Party with so many gifts from well wishers from all over the world and food from the best of the best in the entire country of Simia, Jonathan's restaurant.We all partied, had fun and a little too much fun, because that n
IRIS'S POV:A FEW DAYS LATER:We had headed towards Roland's family house, and it seemed all eight of us had the same thought in my mind with how careful and gentle we were being. I couldn't help but think even though it seems childish,What if they weren't pleased that we were recovering our kids and they tossed us to the basement and locked us in there like in the movies? What if the old man who directed us here, left in a haste because he feared them and not because of his animals? I had no fear anyways, the police came with us, as well as our security, we were protected and we came bearing gifts in appreciation. As soon as I knocked on the door, Mrs Roland opened the door with a bright, beautiful smile on her face.“Good afternoon, how may I help you?” She asked, looking into my eyes deeply, standing before us in a blue scrub and my heart dropped a bit at the sight of a blood stain on her shirt.Jonathan cleared his throat and wrapped his around my waist, and said, “We are the p
IRIS'S POV:THE NEXT MORNING:Jonathan's arm was wrapped with a band and I was seated with him in the back seat of the black SUV headed to search for the kids with our friends driving in their respective cars, and my head rested on Jonathan's shoulder as he vividly described what happened last night.“We arrived at the house they had pinpointed was the location where the kids were around ten p.m, leaving two hours till when Emily was supposed to call me for the exchange. The cops quietly surrounded the building and from afar I watched them count down before bursting in. Everyone had given me strict warnings to not go in, and stay calm, so I obeyed….”Flashback:“There are two children's lives at stake, be cautious.” Jonathan's uncle reminded his men and they chorused, “Yes sir!”The cops barged into the house and Emily and Gabriel who were now trying to apologize to one another for blaming each other and insulting one another, were kissing in the bedroom, while Emily pictured Gabriel
IRIS'S POV:That same night:“No! No! NOOOOO!” I yelled at the top of my lungs, and the next thing I knew I was met with a pitch black surroundings.I shot up from the bed panting heavily, my chest rising and falling, and my hands shaking so much.It was just a dream….just a very bad dream.“Iris, what's going on? Come here Sweetheart.” Mrs Knight switched on the light of the room, and hurriedly embraced me with so much motherly affection and I slowly relaxed, feeling my head pounding and my hand hurting.My mum really gave me those pills.“Where's everyone? How long have I been asleep for? Did they find the twins? Where are my dad and my husband…?” I inquired, stammering out and she patted my back.“I need you to take deep breaths Iris, please. Alright? Inhale.” She instructed and I obliged, inhaling the warm air of the surroundings which smelt like the bouquet of flowers Carl brought earlier to cheer me up and she asked for me to exhale and I did just that.I did three more times an
3RD POV:TWO NIGHTS LATER:“Breaking news! It has been reported, two days ago at a country club popular with the elites and most importantly, the Knights. On a Sunny afternoon, Jonathan and Iris Knight's twin, Jamie and Jason Knight, were kidnapped and in the footage about to be displayed on your screen, we have two men who were hired to carry out to abduction process, handed the two children in a sack to the alleged mastermind behind this attack, Emily Let, a public figure and fashion designer as well as popular actor, Gabriel Thymes, who had dated Mrs Iris Knight in the past as well as former CEO of Chocolate Company, who alleged stole and embezzled millions, Ezekial L. The two men who are now in police custody also confirmed their identities.” Their pictures were displayed on the screen then the footage capturing their faces in a van was displayed, taking aback millions of people who were tuned in.After the footage had come to an end, the elegant TV host added, “The Knight's famil
IRIS'S POV:“That stupid whore!” Mariana and I said in unison and I kissed my teeth sharply.I loved her like a sister and taking Miguel away wasn't enough for her, she needed to hurt us more? Well, she almost thought she was smart but she wasn't, which was her Achilles heel. Everyone around her was always two steps ahead for her, but she never was in the loop.“Let's head to the Gabriel Thymes Residence.” Jonathan kissed my forehead and wiped my tears, while I ignored my phone ringing seeing it was my mother calling for progress.Which did not exist.*********LATER THAT NIGHT:3RD POV:“I know damn well…you didn't just break my phone.” The anger in Ezekial's eyes was flaming, and they were the only ones seated in the dining area whereas Gabriel was passed out on the couch from drinking and smoking in the living room.“And I know damn well, you just saw me break it. What? What are you going to do? Huh?” She spoke smartly and with her chest rising, coming closer to him, unaware of the
THAT NIGHT:IRIS'S POV:“I have been calling him but he is not answering. I'm getting worried.” Scarlet told us for about the twentieth time in two hours since we all have been here.Two hours ago, Jonathan, Tristan, Robert, Mariana and I along with the police force parked around the premises where Scarlet was to meet with Ezekial. The five of us were seated in Jonathan's customized SUV, watching the entrance of the Luisser Restaurant which was in the middle of town, in an area I had never been to. It was loud and packed, given the amount of cars parked on the street and the amount of people we'd seen going inside. Was it a bar or restaurant? I didn't know neither did I care but given that I had been unable to eat all day, the hope that we were close to getting my babies back, had me giving Robert my order and this was about an hour and thirty minutes ago. We had all eaten and Tristan had found a way to make Jonathan and I laugh, sharing things the twins had done when they spent time
3RD POV:A MINUTE AFTER:An uproar of laughter filled the room at Jason's hopeful question, Ezekial, who was the third person standing before them, looked at the faces of the innocent children after taking a seat on one of the wooden chairs, and he felt his heart drop for some weird reason when the look of fear and uncertain rested on the two kid's faces “Jason, your parents and fans will be totally disappointed to find out you were this dumb. Before I tell you, can you go for another guess? Jamie, this time.” Emily instructed folding her arms across her chest.“Don't call my brother dumb! And I advise you to get us back to our parents or else….” Jamie spoke smartly and before she could complete her word, Emily wrapped her hand around Jamie's little neck, and squeezed.“Or else what?” Emily asked, the evil in her eyes were glimmering and Jamie still found a way to say, “You're going to get into real trouble.” This made Emily squeeze even harder and Jamie looked into Emily's eyes with