Aldrich Timber Did she just move a finger?The girl and her mother were still arguing, with the girl trying to convince her mother I did nothing wrong, but I was no longer paying attention to them, my attention was fixed on Rochelle. I watched her for another 5 seconds but sadly, to my utmost disappointment, she didn't move. Maybe my desperate mind was making me see things. I was convinced that I saw her twitch her fingers, so I found it hard to just rule out the possibility that I was hallucinating. I stared at her for a few more seconds before convincing myself that I was indeed seeing things.I take my eyes back to the duo that seemed to still be arguing, watching as they finally come to an understanding. The woman's tears could not be stopped, and I couldn't blame her. The girl herself was holding back tears, trying to be strong for her mother. They held each other, basking in the soothing comfort of each other
Chelsea Engels My heart was beating heavily against my chest as I slowly got up from the bed, careful not to wake the bastard up. I succeeded in sitting up, but he moved again, adjusting himself. I quickly lay back down and closed my eyes just in case he happened to open his eyes. When the bed was still again, I slowly and carefully rose, and this time I was successful. The tension around me was as thick as a blanket, and it had me wrapped completely in it. The first thing my mind went to was the key to the house.Can I steal the keys and carefully without him waking up?In as much has I had doubts about my own abilities, I had already made up my mind to leave his apartment by hook or by crook.I'll leave this place even if it means me risking my life for it.I went from my side of the bed to his side of the bed with gentle footsteps. My aim was to search the drawers that were there for the keys. Pulling ope
Aldrich Timber When I breathed an air that wasn't antiseptic filled, a little smile tugged on my lips. Finally, the nightmare had come to an end, and I could finally make my way home without feeling guilty. As I pulled out of the hospital parking lot, I muttered a quiet ‘’Thank God', as the weight of what nearly happened hanged heavily in my chest. I hope a situation like this never brings me to the hospital.As I navigated the way home, I could feel tiredness seeping into my bones. I hadn't slept in over the last 24 hours, all I had done was worry, hope and pray.Who knew I could be that prayerful.The sound of my stomach grumbling loudly, brought me to the notice that I hadn't eaten anything either. I shook my head, not paying it much thought as I kept thinking of something, or rather, someone else.Chelsea. The issue with Rochelle had erased her off my mind before, but with the issue sorted out, she kept
Chelsea Engels I hadn't felt the intensity of the determination in my heart the way I felt it right now. I was scheming, not backing down, coming up with plans that will lead me out of here and into the arms of the one I dream about everyday. My plan was to steal the keys, but of course I didn't know where it would be. The window were always locked, and even if I was to attempt escaping through the window, there's no doubt I would not only break my legs, but I'll lose my child also, so the door was the only way out. I had planned to watch his every move when he comes back, without him knowing of course. I'll spy on him until I see where he hides the keys. For him not to be suspicious that I might have stolen the keys, I'll remove one from the bunch of keys and keep it somewhere safe. All I had to do after that was wait for him to leave the house and make my escape.Easy peasy.The day was very long as usual. I had nothing to
Aldrich Timber If they ever told me I would stay indoors without doing literally anything or talking to none, then I would never have believed. Days, I've spent a total of 5 days at home. I was too emotionally drained to move out of my house, not to talk of going back home. I was literally becoming a shadow of myself, and I did nothing to stop it. Chelsea ran through my mind twenty three hours out of twenty four hours. Being helpless about the situation made me feel completely useless, and I was beating myself about it. Is this how it feels to truly be in love with someone?A few months ago, I was happy I had finally found someone who made me feel the way no one had ever made me feel, I was happy that I had gotten to experience the true meaning of love, I was happy I had found someone who filled up the vacant space the death of my father left in me, but now I didn't know how to feel about it anymore. I was hurt that I felt t
Chelsea Engels The light at the end of the tunnel was almost blinding, and it brought a bright smile to my face. I twisted the doorknob, ready to open the door and make my escape. Finally!With trembling hands, I pushed open the door open, expecting the sweet taste of freedom to greet me. But instead, standing before me, with a dangerous look on his face, slicing through my hope like a knife, was Mark. The once blinding light I had seen at the end of the tunnel slowly dimmed until it was completely dark again. No, no , no, no, no.I stood there, rooted in fear and shock. The shock soon turned into desperation as I tried to push him out of the way and make a run for it. This can't happen! I can't be this unlucky!Without much effort, he catched me, pushing me back into the house and closing the door behind him. As he closed the door, my heart burned in my chest, as hot tears rolled down my cheeks without co
Aldrich Timber I never thought someone else, another girl would disrupt my mind, or would fight with Chelsea for a space in my head until I met her. Rochelle had been popping up too much in my head since we had lunch together the previous day. Lately, I had anything, or anyone to blame for whatever misfortune I found myself in, but I didn't know what or who to blame for thinking about Rochelle in this manner. When Chelsea disappeared, I blamed myself, blamed the universe, blamed her father and blamed my mother, just to help me keep sane on the fact that I hadn't set my eyes on her for a very long time. When the accident with Rochelle happened, I blamed the alcohol, I blamed Chelsea for going MIA, then I blamed the victim for forcing herself on me. But now that I was thinking so much about this girl, I had nothing or no one to blame. “We can still put the blame on Chelsea for not being found, and the universe for sending her your way
Aldrich Timber I stared deep into her eyes, swimming in the beautiful colours. I had never once wanted to just look at someone's eyes all day, until her. She giggled after a few seconds of holding my gaze, making a playful crown appear on my face. “Why are you laughing? Is anything funny? ……Is there something on my face?” I said the last bit, using my fingers to trail my face, but she giggled even more.Those giggles sound like music to my ears….She takes a hold of my hand, stopping the movement my fingers were making on my face.“No, there's nothing on your face. The circumstances we met is just funny, so when I thought back to it, it made me giggle. I wouldn't have thought in my wildest dream that I would seat here with you one day, one on one, all alone, me, completely yours.” She said in a soft whisper. Words like that was supposed to make your heart melt, make it leap for joy, make it tumble, or even pullat it, but it di
Aldrich TimbersI gawked at Chelsea as she kept playing like a baby in the park with Anita. After much debating, we finally agreed on coming to the park.I'm glad she was smiling again. Chelsea really went through a whole lot for the past few weeks. There are night I feel hurt that I wasn't able to protect our baby. There are times that I kept wishing I was the one who took that bullet instead of Chelsea.“What are you thinking?” I almost flinched when I heard a voice and I turned to see Mum beside me. I smiled at her as I leaned into her and rest my head on her chest like a mommy's boy.“Mum?” I suddenly called.“I'm all ears, son” Mum replied.“Do you think I wasn't good enough to protect our baby? Do you think if I had taken the bullet our baby would still be here?” I asked mindlessly. Mum raised my head from her chest as she stared at me.“Are you serious? Do you think you had taken that bullet you'll be here? Don't blame yourself for what had happened. It's all in the past, focu
Chelsea Engels Days turned to weeks, and today was the final hearing of Rita's case in the law court. I was in my room preparing when Mum came in.“Are you ready, sweetheart?” Mum asked and I gave her a nod.“Of course” I replied. Why wouldn't I be happy?My thirst to see Rita sent to jail filled me that every single day I pray the court grants our request. Rita has to pay whether she likes it or not. I heard about her loosing her baby too, and I thanked God that she was also going through what I was going through.Karma would teach her a lesson that she'll never even live to tell the story.I finished dressing up as I wore my flat sandals before picking up my purse and bag.“Let's leave?” Mum smiled at me and I smiled back.“Yeah” I said. At least I was recovering. I wasn't my old self anymore, things really changes, don't they?We walked downstairs to meet Dad, Aldrich and Anita waiting patiently for us. Aldrich rushed to me when he saw me and I smiled as I took my hands in his.“
Chelsea EnglesDays Later.After getting healed and treated at the hospital, the doctors advised me to stay back and rest but I ignored. I needed to go home. I hated the smell of hospital, and staying there longer only make me hate it the more.Aldrich brought us back home, mum and dad was with me as they kept telling me things to make smile and laugh again but I found it hard to do so. Not after my life was ruined.What I had scared most came to past. We enjoyed resumed back home and I was welcomed with a surprise from Anita and the other residents.“Welcome back home, Chelsea!!!” They all screamed including Aldrich and tears filled my eyes as I watched how happy they looked.How can they still be happy after everything that happened and I find it difficult to move on.“Chelsea?” Anita walked over to me, handling a velvet box to me which I slowly took.I opened it to see a golden necklace.“This was my gift I planned to give you after your wedding” She smiled to me, and I smiled sadl
Rita HayworthI watched as the cops took me to their car. I knew this was the end for me, no one needed to tell me that.I lowered my head as they kept walking me to their cars. I met other cops outside, seems like they all planned to get me today.“Get in!” One of them pushed me in and I groaned as I entered into the car as two others say beside me.Tears fell from the sides of my eyes whenever I remember loosing my baby. Justin would kill me if he finds out about this, and that's why I need to act fast.The cop ignited the car as he drove away. We were already in the middle of the road when I came up with something.“Um, I'm pressed” I suddenly muttered, and the two other cops beside me glared at themselves.“He'll escort you” The one who looked like the elder one said, pointing at the younger one behind me.“We'll go into the bush and in less than two minutes you must be done” He added and I nodded gently.They pulled the car to a stop as the younger coo escorted me to the bushes.
Aldrich TimbersI kept pacing to and fro, trying to keep my mind a focus but the scene of Chelsea getting shot by Rita flowed through me.The doctors were still inside the Emergency room. I won't forgive myself if anything happens to Chelsea in there.I won't give a damn about suing this hospital for not doing their proper jobs.“You have to calm down, Aldrich. All will be fine” I heard dad say behind me.“All will be well? Do you think so? Chelsea is in there fighting for her life! You know her condition” I cried out.“I understand, she's my daughter too. Do you think I want to see her in this position too? Let's just hope for the best” Dad replied, and that moment, Mum came rushing towards us.“Mum!” I exclaimed as I pulled her into a hug, crying on her shoulders. I couldn't hold it anymore. I felt like tearing up.“Shh. Don't say a thing, son. Don't say a thing” Mum whispered as she slowly patted my hair and I sniffed again.I raised my head up before pulling away from the hug. “Ho
Chelsea Engels I stood still in front of the reflecting mirror as I stared at my expensive wedding dress. Today had finally come and I have never been scared as this all my life.Despite my preggy state, the dress huged my body, bringing out my curves. This is it, just a simple wedding as this. In few minutes time I'll finally become Mrs Timbers and not Engles.Who would have thought a step brother's and step sister's love will transpire to this level? After all things, Adrich and I still conquered.The thought of everything brought tears to my eyes and I quickly wiped it off so my makeup won't get ruined. Here I was, about crying my eyes when everyone must have been waiting for me.I glanced at the door when it creaked open and Anita walked in. “Don't tell me you want to tear up now? Don't ruin your makeup” She said, going towards me as she helped adjust my gown.“No, I won't. At least not today” I muttered and chuckled.“You look beautiful” Anita complimented, and I smiled to the
Chelsea Engels “Good to hear that you're ready” Mum muttered.“I've always been waiting for tomorrow to come” I replied and Anita chuckled.“Alright, so shall we go to the cosmetics? To get things you might need for your makeup” Anita remarked.“Make up? What do I need makeup for when I'm already pretty” I moved the strands of my hair to the side and rolled my eyes.Anita rolled back at me.“We know you're pretty, stop fanning it at our faces but still, you might still need makeup for that day... Tomorrow is for you so you need to look good and sexy that when Aldrich sees you, he'll go crazy” Anita demonstrated and I couldn't resist the urge to laugh.“Anita is right. We need to go get your makeup” Mum interjected.“Okay Mum. But I can't go with you guys right now, I'm feeling tired already. My tummy is heavy and I'm finding difficulty to walk right now” I replied.“It's alright. You can stay back and rest. Anita and I will go instead” Mum said, patting my hair softly and I gave a sm
Chelsea Engels I had woken up the next morning, expecting to see Aldrich beside me since he slept beside me last night but surprisingly, he wasn't.I was done with my stuffs so ai moved downstairs to see Anita serving dishes in the dinning.“Anita?” I called when I saw and she looked up at me.“Oh, you're up already. It took you long enough” She chuckled and I smiled."Huh, did you see Aldrich?" I asked.“Oh, he's actually in the kitchen. He's the one making breakfast this morning” Anita replied and my eyes widened.What?! Aldrich was making meal for us to eat? Does he want to poison us or something?“But he can't cook... He'll poison us” I drawed and Anita urged me to rest my ass and forced me to sit down.“He isn't going to do such thing. I'd say you just sit and wait for him a while. C'mon, I've taught him how to cook so I'm sure he'll be great” She assured me and I gave a sickly smile as I waited anxiously.Soon, Aldrich came in with different dishes in his hands and I couldn't h
Rita Hayworth“That was so fun, wasn't it?” I asked as Rochelle and I walked inside, our laughter filling the mansion.“Ma'am is there something funny?” I turned to see Claire smiling at me and I gave her a light smile.“No Claire” I waved off and she smiled again before walking away.Rochelle sat down on the couch as she drank from her cognac.“It was really fun... That ride was one of a kind” Rochelle replied and I nodded in agreement.“Yep!”“But you know what?” She suddenly said, sitting upright to look at me.“What?” I asked eagerly.“Is the fact that we couldn't give Chelsea a taste of our medicine. Aldrich came out of nowhere to protect her” She replied and frowned. I sighed as I rubbed my temple.“She has really charmed him, but I don't know the kind of drugs she used on him. I mean, I'm more pretty than her. I have ass, I have boobs, I have everything so why can't he go for me again?”