~Dahlia~ I was very perplexed when Anastasia took me to the mall. We had a blast together, buying loads of clothes we didn't really need, but it was still an enjoyable experience. The highlight of my day was meeting a girl named Alisha. She was incredibly kind and friendly, and we hit it off inst
~Axel~ Feeling drained, I headed to the kitchen to grab a refreshing glass of water. As I walked, I heard a faint rustling sound, making it clear that Kade was still in the mansion. I wondered if he had returned to fetch some documents. Curiosity got the better of me, so I made my way to the offi
~Dahlia~ Axel gently set me down on my feet inside the cabin, and I couldn't help but look at him, my face growing warm with emotion. He was so attentive, so caring... I was captivated by his presence. "I'll get a fire going," he said, his eyes never leaving mine. I nodded, taking a seat on the
~Dahlia~ As we drove, I could feel Axel's gaze on me, but I refused to acknowledge it. I was determined to maintain my silence, no matter how long it lasted. The car's engine hummed smoothly, a complete difference to the tension between us. I had overheard him arranging for my brother to pick me u
Damian lingered, trying to persuade me to eat, but I remained silent, unresponsive. Eventually, he surrendered, scooping me up in his arms and placing me on the bed. He covered me with the duvet, his sigh heavy with concern. As he left the room, the lock clicked into place, a vivid reminder of m
~Damian~ I've been taking care of Dahlia for two weeks now, despite her constant tantrums. Ironically, she's been supportive in her own way, eating and drinking enough to sustain her energy for daily door-banging and screaming sessions. As I waited for her food, my phone rang, and I saw Kade's na
~Axel~ Overwhelmed, I stumbled out of the hospital into the night air, my hands shaking, my heart racing, and my mind reeling with worry. The cold wind buffeted me, but I hardly felt it, my thoughts consumed by Dahlia's plight. Self-blame and helplessness washed over me like a wave, leaving me fe
~Dahila~ (Three years later.) "Mummy, Mummy! We've got a surprise for Daddy!" Hannah, my energetic three-year-old, exclaimed, waving a giant lollipop in my face. Her twin brother, Huxley, was hot on her heels, also clutching a colorful lollipop. I could tell by the mischievous grins on their fac