#Chapter45Violets P.O.VShe glanced up one more time giving me a smug look and finally replied," He's not here." I smiled even though she was being a complete bitch by clearly lying."You don't understand I need to see him please. "I asserted, raking a hand through my wavy brown hair and this time she did not bother to glance at me as the phone rang and she was quick to answer.She was whispering so I barely heard but I definitely heard the phrase quote on quote," Yes Mr. Price."That little ohhh I just want to choke her but you know I'm restraining my myself so the father of my child doesn't think I'm a psycho and then decide to take away my child.So, I took a deep breath."I need to see him," I demanded loudly while glaring directly into her raging eyes.She acted as if I was going to snatch the man right from under her arms."But sir she doesn't have an-"I'm guessing she was cut off. "You can go in. " She said, putting down the phone then smacking her lips.I opened the
#Chapter46River's P.O.VFor some reason when you’re in the arms of a loved one you want everything to stop there or for everything to slow down even if it's just for a minute or a millisecond.Time makes us older, more mature, wrinkly, unbearable and it even causes death so why not live by the moment.Having death in our mindset makes us take risks, make rash decisions or even reevaluate our lives.Being in the arms of Ethan and having Nate laying there next to me makes me want to protect what we have for the life of me.A knock on the door pulls me from my trance of thoughts and has me standing up on my bed just to get by the two that are very attached to the bed.I walk to the entrance of the house and swing the door open to my surprise find my mother and Aiden standing there."Mom you could have called and told me you were coming. "I forced a smile trying to be as polite as possible but then again trying to get her out of my house so she wouldn't see Ethan. "I wanted to see
#Chapter47River's P.O.VI took a glance at Violet across the dining room table but luckily, she didn't notice. Every time I would look up, she had her phone on with a childish grin plastered across her face and an occasional laugh.She was hiding something I knew that for sure how I was going to get it out of her well that was the tricky part and it did not just begin today it’s been occurring for the last century. Which was annoying me she barely talked to me anymore."Vi, um who are you sexting?" She frowned and her eyes narrowed from the phone and in my direction."You’re so lucky the kids are not in the room at this very moment or I would have beat you to a pulp." She pretended to be angry but I could see the smirk hidden under that expression."Oh, I'm so scared what could you possibly do in your condition? "I lightly chuckled and she gaped in shock."You did not just insult me!"I snorted, " News flash baby I just did!""He's coming. "She simpered, winking and then taki
#Chapter48River's P.O.VAndrew glared at Michael’s face, “Say that one more time and I will beat you to pulp." Michael turned towards Andrew furrowing his eye brows."And who the fuck are you to tell me what to say?" Michael grimaced, making Andrew's jaw thrust violently as he took a step closer to Michael.Violet quickly rushed to Andrews side placing a hand on his chest causing his muscles to relax," Um he's the father of my child." She confidently says gazing at Andrew star struck."Oh, wait what you two timing whore you mean to tell me while you were with me you were with doing him." He stopped to glare at Violet and then continued." My mother knew who you were from the beginning. She knew you were a gold digger and its clear to me you’re after the money." He cackled like he just won the lottery or just figured out the murder to a closed case.A tear stroked Violets cheek along with many more until Andrew finally stole the words right from under my tongue," Watch your mouth
#Chapter49River's P.O.VWaking up to the sun shining on your eye lids while your eyes are puffy red from crying is one of the worst feelings to experience because your eyes begin to sting and that just gives you another reason to cry but I wasn't going to cry for my son's sake."Mommy, mommy are you awake." Nate yelled, knocking on the door vociferously and I quickly ran to my bathroom to apply makeup under my eyes but he entered when I was in the middle of applying the makeup.He gazed directly at the ground and then back at me "I know you were crying mommy you don't have to hide it."As much as I wanted to admit it, I couldn't let him know especially on his birthday" What no I wasn't." I smiled warmly kneeling to pinch his cheeks lightly."I heard you yesterday." He mumbled stroking my cheek and I shook my head.I couldn't ruin his day so I changed the subject."Happy birthday my handsome man." I beamed and he chuckled pointing his finger."Thank you but don't think I forgo
#Chapter50Ethan's P.O.VI woke up with my head pounding intensely and the memory of what happened last night comes flooding back in. So, I quickly check my surroundings and find River lying next to me sound asleep.Oh shit!What the hell did I do?I tried my best to stay away and then in one night I ruin everything.I had to leave before she woke up and hopefully Jeanine doesn't see me.(The Morning Before I Broke Up with River)Entering my office, I saw Jeanine sitting on the arm chair in front of my desk of course I did not suspect a thing but then again, I didn't have the time to argue with her over the littlest of things."Jeanne what a pleasant surprise." Not, I really did not want to see her because I knew she was going to discuss my relationship with River and I was not going to allow her mess up something I spent months rebuilding."It’s never pleasant to see you Ethan nor will it ever be it's actually a disgrace." She grimaced forcing a smile and I no joke was g
#Chapter51Diana's P.O.VI take a step back in hope he wouldn't notice my presence in the room but my heavy breathing gave me away.He always did have exceptional great hearing.His head cocked in my direction and I visibly gulped locking with eyes. " How could you be so stupid and make a deal like this did you think I would love you again because that's never going to happen my heart belongs to River Diana that's never going to change. "He stepped closer to me while gritting on his teeth.His veins were revealed as he balled his fist."Ethan this was five years ago I...I..... um was-""Save it Diana if it's me you want then you’re gonna get but you leave River and my son alone do you understand me!" He growled in a beastly tone and I nodded my head in fear of his next move." We will get Engaged tonight." I could tell he struggled to get the last part out but I could care less I finally got what I wanted.He paced himself then finally walked towards the nearest exit then he sto
#Chapter52Ethan's P.O.VSeeing River faint made me act on my weaknesses to her.I was concerned and I had to see her for more than one purpose but then again, I had to protect her from Diana and sadly her own Mother.For some reason at that moment, I could care less I wanted to see her even though I would leave hundreds of people wondering all for one person but it was worth it because that person was the love of my life.I was standing outside the hospital door and after having an internal battle with myself I decided to go in.After I was directed to her room by mid aged women, I stopped by her room number and the door was slightly open as the doctor was talking to her."After I questioned you, I did a blood test to make sure my suspicions were correct and it turns out you are pregnant congratulations. “He beamed and she did not look happy her eyes were roaming everywhere but the doctors face.I was, in fact, speechless this was the last thing at the moment I could ever thin
#Chapter64EPILOGUERiver's P.O.VAbout eleven years later"Elijah, Evan stop running in the house you’re going to break something," I yelled, trying not to get angry at them I mean after all it was there first time making an A on their math test."Those imbeciles are not going to listen to you Mom, they have an attention span of apes, “Elaine claimed while setting her bag on the chair.She was witty yet intelligent and had her father’s ocean blue eyes but dirty blonde hair."You do realize we share similar DNA as apes, right? "Mason asked, as always trying to make his sister feel stupid."Mommy where's Nathan? "Angel asked, tugging on my jeans with her tiny hands.I smiled picking her up, "He's working with your dad at the company. You know once Nathan becomes twenty-three, he will take over. So he has to show him how things work.""Will he live with us if he becomes the CEO. "She visibly gulped and I could tell she didn't want him to leave us.I shook my head, "Don't worry
#Chapter63River's P.O.V"Ahhh no, it's just too much." I hissed and he looked at me as if it wasn't a week but a year, he was giving me."Don't worry about the guests, the decoration's, the invitations, the location because that’s all taken care of all you have to worry about is bride's maids, dresses, and showing up," He chuckled, looking at me then back the road."Ethan come on let's think logical here, we can't have a wedding in under a-""Just trust me. I have everything under control."Present Day (Three Days Later)Those are the words I remember as I stare back at myself in the full-length mirror all dressed in white.I just pray things don't turn into a complete and utter disaster."So how are you and Ryan doing Serenity?" I asked for the millionth time since she kept on ignoring me but I was determined to get an answer."Ummm, things are progressing." She shook her head reassuringly and I rolled my eyes."How exactly?" Violet asked jumping into the conversation."W
#Chapter62River's P.O.VWe were staring at each other intensely before someone cleared throat," Are you guys going to remain outside mentally tearing each other’s close off with your eyes or actually enter the house? “Kenan chuckled and Ethan shot him a glare before passing him to enter."You do realize your nearly thirty so I expect you to be somewhat mature about this, right? "Kenan shook his head and right when Ethan left a smirk formed on his lips."You’re not dropping the subject, are you? "He chuckled and shook his head. "Good to know.""Oh, my goodness it's so good to see you after all this time River. “Mary laughed and took me into her embrace. "When are you going to find out the genders?""Today actually our appointment is at four thirty. "I smiled and she did as well."Don't forget to inform me way before mother or anyone else alright. "I shook my head trying not to laugh because that's the same exact sentence Angelina said."I heard that you know." Angelina said wal
#Chapter61River's P.O.V"Diana, you have to stop," A familiar masculine voice said from behind me and I turned my head slightly to lock eyes with Ethan.Ryan arrived shortly after him but all I could focus on is whether or not I was going to make it out alive, if we were all going to make it out alive."It's too late for that Ethan. You're not mine anymore and the only way I can make you mine again is to get rid of the problem." Tears found their way down her cheeks as she pointed the gun towards my heart.I closed my eyes from all the fear that consumed me and sooner than later a loud gun shot was heard but I didn't feel anything. I was still standing unless it wasn't me.My eyes flew open to find Ethan lying on the ground covered in blood.Tears began to stream down my face like a waterfall," No no no no, please Ethan wake up. You can't do this to me. "I yelled running my hands through his hair."I’m on it." Ryan assured me taking out his phone.He groaned and his eyes flut
#Chapter60River's P.O.VMy heart beat accelerated as I felt the gun touch my head. My palms were sweaty and my whole body was shaking but I was determined on not crying for help.The only thing that crossed my mind the whole time, were my babies. There the only thing that matters at the moment.There the reason why I was staying strong. I didn't want her to believe I had a weakness."You will pay for everything you have done." Diana hissed, which caused chills to go down my spine. I was trying really hard to quiver but I was failing miserably.I couldn't hold back any more shriek escaped my lips "Diana please. You wouldn't only be killing me. You would be killing my children." It came out as a beg but to be honest I didn't believe it would do me any good. I knew she had a heart made of stone but deep down I wanted to believe she would feel for me since after all we shared similar DNA.She gritted on her teeth and tugged at my hair with force," Shut the hell up I don't want to h
#Chapter59Ethan's P.O.V"What if I..."she sighed and I could since a little fear in her voice."Get arrested. Don't worry there are some strings I could pull to get you out of the mess. I mean sure you will end up working for police for a short term but you won't enter jail." I replied with as much confidence I could pull off."Ok I will do it." She replied back and her tone had more fear than before. I felt a sense of relief wash over my shoulders as I closed the phone and handed it to Fatima.Thirty Minutes later Diana came back with dozens of bags filled with clothing and a smile from ear to ear."Ethan come see your clothes." She commanded with her hand and I couldn't help but feel disgusted of everything but disgusted with of her mostly. I quickly walked up to her to find and she handed me a pink top.I threw it back at her, “You know I don't wear pink. “I snapped and her smile became even bigger as she handed me a purple shirt and I threw it back, “I don't wear purple. “A
#Chapter58River's P.O.V"No, I'm going with you." I replied firmly and he gave me a death killing look that would have someone burry their selves six feet under but I was planning on getting my way so I tried to ignore the look.His jaw clenched, "River your pregnant. How are you supposed to go?" He argued and I rolled my eyes he was acting like an idiot."Exactly I'm pregnant, not disabled." I retorted and this time he rolled his eyes."Ok fine but you stay by my side the whole time and if you leave my side, I will find you. Then I will tie you up so you can't move." He warned and I nodded my head." There coming in just a bit.""Ok I'm going to talk to my mom. "I announced and he nodded his head sitting on the sofa. I walked outside to find her sitting on a bench so I took a seat next to her." Mom we need to talk."She nodded her head, "May I ask why your still with Ethan? "I squinted my eyes shut and turned the other direction.I turned her way to state the obvious, "Because
#Chapter57Diana's P.O.VAfter what happened I didn't want Ethan to leave me. I couldn't bare the thought of him leaving me. I missed him.When I found out about the accident from Emma, I paid a doctor to switch the DNA Results so it looked Ethan was dead not Robert. This was the only way River wouldn't get in the way of our happiness. I called a very known and great doctors so they could take care of Ethan's condition.It has been nearly four weeks and he's still laying there on the bed like a dead person. I was sitting in a chair at Ethan's bed side waiting for Dr. Stark to confirm Ethan's condition at the moment."Mr. Scott had a couple wounds on his chest, and his head was bleeding. At the hospital they stitched up the wounds and did all the appropriate test to prove there is no brain damage or any damage in the body. I am just waiting for him to awake so I can do some final test." Dr. Stark said all this with confidence which made me have high hopes of him waking up real soon
#Chapter56River's P.O.VI couldn't believe what the police officer was telling me. He was just here less than three hours ago. I should have made him stay maybe we wouldn't be in this position but something deep within me choose not to believe this.I went to the hospital in high hopes of it not being Ethan's body but due to the burned face it wasn't clear. I couldn't accept the fact of losing him not now not ever.Countless tears were rolling down my cheek as I stood outside on the highest floor of the hospital. This couldn't happen. I didn't want to be separated from him. How could he leave me? He promised he wouldn't.While staring at the ground from what seemed really high. I no doubt wanted to jump and be done with life here. I was breaking from the inside. My heart was tearing to shreds. At least we would be together.But what about Nate?He would be an orphan.Why does he deserve this?Why do I deserve this?"Oh my God River what are you doing?" A familiar voice said