"Ouch..."
Eva hissed with pain. Blood is oozing from her index finger, as the thorn from the rose stems she is holding grazed her finger accidentally.
"What happened?" Matt asked with a concerned frown. He is unloading the flower bundles from the delivery truck they just received.
"Nothing" Eva tried to brush it off. But Matt is too attentive to let it go easily. He gently placed the red rose bundle on the table and walked towards his sister. Eva tried to hide her hand, but he already noticed the drop of blood that dripped from her finger onto the glass counter.
"Sis, hiding your palm doesn't reduce the pain. Here, let me clean it up for you" he said, before retrieving a first aid kit from a drawer.
Eva sighed and let her brother clean the wound, before dressing it up with a band-aid.
"Nowadays you are distracted" he said softly.
Eva turned her face away from her brother to hide her tears. But Matt noticed her moist eyes
As soon as Eva heard Nancy's words, she became pale. She is not scared for herself, but she is scared for her father and brother. 'I need to do something. I have to pretend as if I don't know what she is talking about ' Eva thought "What are you talking about? Who is Evangeline? I am Angelina Smith. I know you must be bored and this must be your way to pass time, By playing pranks on others. But I am busy. You should go find someone else for these kinds of things" Eva said and pretended as if she is bored by this conversation. She began to arrange the flowers and tried to ignore Nancy. But it's impossible to ignore someone who just threatened to make your worst fear come to life. Nancy smirked. "Tsk tsk, using the outdated techniques are we now?" Nancy mocked Eva. She is undeterred by Eva's words. She came to cause trouble, and she is determined to do that. Eva's shoulders stiffened at her words. But she didn'
Eva is shocked to hear Nancy's words. She never thought a person's jealousy could make them do these kinds of things. 'What is my mistake here? What have I done? Why am I the only person to get on the bad side of everyone? Why is my fate so horrible?' Eva thought sadly. "Nancy, this is not fair. I haven't done anything bad to you personally. But still, I was always on the receiving end of your hatred. And now this. Please, Nancy, let's stop this here. I have always tried to stay away from you and your family. I never did anything intentionally. But still, you hate me for the things I haven't realized I am a part of. Please, Nancy, don't do this. Please" Eva begged. She did everything to protect her family. She decided to leave Damien so that Mia would leave them alone. Even though that's the last thing she wanted to do, she still did it. Now after everything she did, Nancy is threatening to expose her identity again. 'Will this ever stop?' Eva t
Just like Nancy threatened, everyone in the town came to know that Evangeline is the Evangeline Yoke and the girl who was sold to Francesca by none other than George smith. Everyone began to gossip and come up with different stories as to why George must have sold her. They didn't spare Evangeline either. They began to talk badly about her character. 'George Smith sold his own daughter? Oh my dear God, why would he do such a thing?' 'I heard about people selling girl children for money. I never thought innocent-looking George Smith would be one among them' 'George actually sold his own daughter for money?' 'I have known him for a very long time. I saw how his wife suffered. He asked for money when she was admitted to the hospital. I think he must have done that when he was out of options ' 'How can anyone sell their own children?' 'I think his wife's illness is a front to sell his daughter for money 'We should
On the other hand, even George is receiving the same treatment. No matter where ever he went, people are taunting and made nasty comments on him. He went to deliver a flowers order in the town next to Maple Valley. The news of Evangeline being his daughter and how he sold her spread faster than he thought possible. Even the people in the next town are looking at him as if he is a criminal. "Hey look, it's the George Smith. The shameless man who sold his own daughter for money" a woman pointed out loudly. George parked his car in front of the house where he is supposed to deliver the roses. He was unloading the flowers when he heard that dreadful comment. That comment garnered the attention of the nearby people and they began to gather around to look at George properly. The man who ordered the flowers came out of his house to help George. But as soon as he heard the commotion, he stopped in his tracks to see what the fuss is all about.&nb
Eva and Matt closed the shop for the day after the men tried to molest Eva. She was shocked and couldn't come out of her shock even after she sat on the couch inside the safety of their house. "Sis, drink some water" Matt offered her a bottle of cool water. She accepted it but didn't proceed to open the cap and take a sip from the bottle. Everything that happened that morning is still fresh in her mind. She was scared and thought she might have to hurt someone to protect herself. But thankfully Matt came at the right time and protected like the protective brother that he is. Matt looked at his sister worriedly. He cannot find fault with her behaviour. What she has gone through is a nightmare for every woman. He tightened his fists and tried to control his anger. Everything is happening because of Nancy Harman. 'That bi*ch' he cursed under his breath. He always knew that she is spoiled beyond belief. But he never thought she would f
Eva collapsed on the floor as soon as she saw her father's dead body. Matt is in a state of shock and confusion. 'He was fine this morning. How can he do this to us ?' he thought as his eyes began to get moist. He began to recollect their happy moments together. How his father became his teacher and taught him how to ride a bike. How he learned to make his first flower bouquet, his birthday dinners together with his mother and father. As his mind recollected every moment he spent with his parents, his heart began to get heavy with grief. His eyes began to water and tears began to stream down his cheeks. He broke down and collapsed beside Eva, and began to cry like a little boy. Eva on the other hand is consumed with guilt and grief. 'It's me, I killed him. If I never stepped my cursed foot into their lives, then he would have been alive. It's me because of whom Nancy did this. If not for me, then my father would have been still alive. I
Damien is stressed. He never faced a situation like this in his life. But he is a master manipulator and smart. He faced so many difficult challenges in his life. Every time he faced them head-on and won as well. This time it is personal. He has to solve this mystery for his angel. He didn't want anyone to think about Eva badly. If she comes back, people will call her as a home wreck, even though she is his legal wife. Mia is claiming as if she is pregnant with his child. Media and the netizens are demanding him to marry her. If he brings Eva back, they would demand her to divorce him, so that he could marry Mia because she is pregnant. Already they all are blaming Eva for leaving him during a crisis. No one knows who her parents are, but they think that she is no longer eligible to remain Damien's wife. As she is not a yoke, she is not considered his equal to be his partner. They think Mia is his equal in every way. So everyone is vying for him t
Eva looked at her brother, who is sleeping on the couch. She wiped away the tears that refused to stop since the moment she began to accept the reality of her life. She is crying for the father whom she lost as soon as she found him. She is crying thinking about the unfairness of life. She never harmed anyone intentionally. But life was always unfair when it came to her. She is cursing herself for being the reason for her father's death. As soon as Matt mentioned Damien's name, the shock of losing her father began to wear off, leaving her feeling empty. That's when she understood that Damien is her anchor. 'He is better off without me. But how can I live without him?' She thought thinking about Damien. The tears began to slowly roll down her cheeks for being the bad omen in her father's life. 'I am sorry Matt. You were happy without me. But I ruined everything for you. I should be gone. I am a bad omen. I will only bring bad luck to you. Have a
After five years... "Uncle Matt" little Elena called her uncle excitedly. Matt looked at his cute little niece fondly and sat on his knees to match her height. "What is it my sweet little Elena" he asked feigning an equally excited voice. Elena ran towards her uncle closely followed by an annoyed Adrian. Matt hugged her and kissed her head lovingly. "See what my dada gifted me for my fifth birthday" she pointed towards a small pony which is suitable for her age. Matt looked at the pony with a grin. "Damn, your dada is something else" he let out with a grin. Elena looked at Matt with her eyes wide open. "Uncle Matt, you just used a bad word" she whispered as if it's a big sin. Matt shook his head and kissed her on her chubby cheek and chuckled. "Sorry, my dear. Uncle Matt will never repeat that again" he promised. Elena nodded her little head with approval. "Elena, uncl
After Damien and Matt heard the doctor's words, they both jumped up and down with joy like little kids. They ignored the curious looks of the people around them. "Congratulations Brother in law. I am so happy for you both. You both are going to become parents " Matt gave Damien a bear hug. Damien returned the gesture with a broad grin on his face. "Thank you, Matt, and congratulations to you too. You are going to become an uncle as well" Damien said happily. Matt and Damien laughed with barely contained excitement. Soon they both became sad when they thought about Eva. "This should be the happiest moment of your life. You are supposed to share this happiness with my sister. But now.." he stopped abruptly. His eyes tingled with tears and his throat closed up. Damien nodded his head and turned away from Matt. His eyes became moist with sadness. Both the men returned to their seats outside the hospital room, waiting for
"The day she leaves me is the day of Damien Xavier Bishop's date of death" Damien declared firmly. Everyone standing inside the hospital room are left with shock. After his declaration, no one dared to utter a single word of protest. The doctors quietly left the room, leaving only Robert, Patrick, Alexander and Damien. Alexander looked at his son sadly. Robert and Patrick looked worried for their friend. They can see where this is going. The doctors are confident that she might never recover. That means Damien will forever be this way. Sitting beside her bedside with a vacant expression in his eyes. Damien quietly sat on the chair he was sitting early. He ignored the others in the room. He held Eva's cold palm with his warm one. He is looking at her face with a heavy heart. "These people think that you are More. But I know better. You would come back for me, don't you? You will not let me take my life, will you? You know I cannot live without you" he
Alexander took a deep breath before unfolding himself out of his car. Just like he expected, he was instantly surrounded by eager reporters. His hired bodyguards began to make way for him and he walked inside the hospital with his head held high.'Sir, how do you feel about miss Mia''Were you really drugged?''You are going to be a father at this age. How are your feelings?''You spent a night with a young and hot model. How was your experience?'Alexander planned to ignore the media, but the last question infuriated him. He stopped in his tracks and turned towards the female reporter who asked that question. He looked at her employees id and read her name out loud."Melissa turner" he acknowledged her by her name.All the other reporters pushed their microphones closer to Alexander and were eagerly waiting for his reaction."Miss Turner, before I answer your question, will you answer one of mine?" Alexander asked
Damien is sitting outside the ICU. Eva is lying on a bed inside the ICU. She is breathing with the help of life support. Matt is fighting for his life just like his sister. Doctors are not very hopeful about their situation. "They inhaled too much gas. It paralysed their system. We gave them the antidote to fight the effects of that poison, but so far it is not looking good. We cannot say anything until 48 hours. Let's hope for the good Mr Bishop" the good doctor said 5 hours ago. That was last night. Just like every other day, the moon has gone down and the sun is shining brightly in the sky doing its work and so does the people around him. But Damien is stuck in a trance like state. He stopped living the moment he saw his angel lying lifelessly on the staircase. He couldn't see or hear anything since then. She is the only thing that matters, and she is fighting for her life inside the ICU. By the time he rushed home, he found Matt and Eva lying on the
"Do you still think we have a future together?" his question made Mia think properly. When she was using Alexander, all she thought about was marrying Damien. She acted out of anger and frustration. She wanted to become Mrs Bishop, and she didn't think beyond that. Now his question made her think. And what she realised is not pretty. She turned to face him. Her eyes are misty. "I was in love with you since we were young. I always thought that we could marry each other and have a happy life together. But you had to sign a contract with the Yoke's. As a close family friend, I know the importance of that contract. It's an age of tradition and I thought you wouldn't break it for me. So I accepted my fate and left the county. But then I found out you married another woman whose second name is not Yoke. So I came back to see what is so special about her. But by the time I came here, she left you. I could see how much you love her. I became jealous. So I delib
As soon as Mia heard his words, she smiled with happiness. "Why are you not angry or sad? I thought you would be fuming with anger the moment you found out that I poisoned her. But strangely you are calm and quiet. What is more shocking is that you are actually talking to me. It's a miracle" Mia shared her observation with a big grin. Damien should act more carefully now. He cannot reveal much more than he should. So he simply gave her a half-smile. Mia is not satisfied with his response. She frowned at his odd behaviour. She looked around them and found it empty and quiet. She turned back towards Damien, who is yet to look at her. "Your behaviour is odd. What is going on Damien? Are you planning something? Is that why you called me here. This place is far away from the city. No one would come here at this time. Are you planning to kill me?" she asked warily. Fear is evident in her voice and face. She was so happy when he called he
"We can use this video recording and Doctor William's statement to prove that Mia is lying" Patrick pointed out. Robert is driving the expensive limited edition car. Damien sitting in the passenger seat and Patrick occupied the seat in the back. They are driving back from the Doctor's house. The night sky is pitch black, indicating that it is a new moon day. It's 12.30 am and they are yet to figure out a way to deal with Mia. They are trying different scenarios to deal with her, but nothing is working out so far. "We can use the doctor's confession if she doesn't have a video recording of that night. The moment she releases that video, it's game over for us" Damien pointed out. Patrick grunted with frustration. "Do you think she will release the video? She will also lose face if that comes out. That will be the end of her career. I don't think she would want that to happen" Robert pointed out. Damien snorted. "She lost he
Doctor William is the Bishops family doctor for over two decades. He is in his early 50's. The grey hair peppered on his head indicates his age and experience. But the fear in his eyes is something Damien has never seen before. It's the indication he wants to confirm that the doctor is indeed a corrupted one. "It would be better if you reveal everything by yourself. You know very well how it would be if I had to make you reveal it all" Damien said coldly. Damien is sitting on the couch flanked by Robert and Patrick on either side. William is standing opposite them. He is shuffling uncomfortably from side to side. His forehead and upper lip is beaded with sweat. He is looking at Damien with fear. He never thought this would come out at all. As the given DNA matched with Damien's DNA, he thought he could cover what he did. But looking at the coldness surrounding Damien Bishop, he is scared that he might freeze to death if he doesn't agree with what