“What if you go and he’s not happy there?” I asked. “But what if he is?” Aria countered. “What if this is the change we both need? What if it brings us both nothing but happiness?” That simply can’t be, because you wouldn’t be with me. I didn’t say it, even though it sat on the edge of my tong
Aria’s POV “Joe…” Isabella’s use of all capital letters in her text had me concerned, but Joe, as always, was my first priority. After dropping a bombshell on him like this, I wasn’t about to leave while he was still processing. He swiveled back to me, his big eyes damp, and my entire chest ca
Ignore, ignore, ignore. Then, finally, a number and name I recognized. Isabella. Answering this call, I brought it to my ear. “If this is a joke, I need you to tell me right now. I’m starting to freak out.” “If it’s a joke, I’m sure as hell not in on it,” Isabella replied. “But I don’t think
Liam’s POV Aria accepted the phone and brought it to her ear. “Yes? Oh, yes. Hello.” Standing nearby, I crossed his arms. I couldn’t hear what the executive was saying, only Aria’s responses. Still, I could guess what was happening here, just from how pissed that executive sounded on the phone.
With a nod, she walked out of the room, leaving her personal effects behind. She didn’t say that she believed I could save her and her job, but by leaving behind her pictures and awards, the same message was still conveyed. My determination swelled. Whoever was responsible for Aria’s trouble w
Aria’s POV“Well, you’re pregnant!”!” The doctor turned the ultrasound screen toward me, pointing to a tiny, almost imperceptible form.My world stopped. I reached down, my fingers brushing the barely noticeable swell of my abdomen. A wave of warmth and excitement surged through me.I couldn't wait
Aria’s POVWhen I woke up, the sterile scent of antiseptic filled my nostrils, and the harsh fluorescent lights above me made my head throb. I blinked, trying to make sense of where I was. The hospital.Panic rose in my chest as I reached down, my hands trembling as they settled over my abdomen. The
Aria’s POV“Get out of my way!” Liam’s voice thundered through the room, his eyes blazing with anger as he glared at me.I stood frozen, unable to move, the words stinging like a slap. But before I could even register what was happening, he scooped up Sophia in his arms and stormed past me, heading