“I’m changing the door code. Set an appointment before you come and get the rest of your shit!” She has never spoken to me in that manner before. It makes me wonder if I had succumbed to our marriage and loved her with the impression she gave me, would she have changed to become like this and make
ARIEL The divorce was processed quicker than I thought, but it doesn’t matter anymore because it is done. I should be grateful that everything happened as it was because I would have been a fool all my life. It is time that I pick myself up and be who I am made of. I am no longer responsible for
CHASE COLES I walk down the stairs, holding my tie in my hand for my mother to make a knot for me. I reach the last staircase where I meet her and she immediately possesses the tie in her hands before she hangs it around my neck and make a fine knot, but not as perfect as Ariel’s knot. “You don’
“It is always the same thing with me, every fucking year! What the fuck am I even still doing here when I am treated like an outsider!?” He roars, irritated. He pushes his chair back and stands abruptly, causing the chair to fall. “If you still want to be part of this family, you’ll pick up that
Pregnant!?” Chase exclaimed, unable to fathom the news. He wasn’t happy nor angry. He was caught by surprise, and his reaction caused a frown on Monica’s face. “You are not happy about it, are you?” She sadly noted. “No… I mean, I am just surprised. We just never spoke about having kids, so I a
Love can be hard to find, but when it comes to you, you can either accept it or ignore it. For some reasons, some people are courageous enough to confront it, while others cowardice behind their past. Chase had no reason to get angry at Ariel for being pregnant with another man’s baby, and definit
Chase stood tall and proud, his broad shoulders giving him an imposing presence. His features were strong and sharp, with deep-set eyes that rarely smiled. His jaw was square and firm, his lips set in a straight line. His demeanour was serious and focused, giving the impression that he was always in
“Forget it. I’m going home to get ready for work,” Chase picks up his bag and starts walking out of the gym. What he doesn’t know is that someone was patiently waiting for him down in the basement parking. The man was standing behind Chase’s car, smoking a cigarette while the ashes fell on top of
Chase stood outside the conference room, adjusting his tie and taking a deep breath. He and his brother, Caleb, were about to meet with a representative from a potential investor, and Chase wanted to make a good impression. Caleb, who was standing beside him, clapped him on the back. “You’ve got
Chase stepped out of the hospital room, feeling a sense of relief wash over him. He had been by Ariel’s side for the past hour, watching as she struggled through the contractions. He knew she needed him, but he also knew she needed to stay hydrated. He decided to slip out and grab some iced water fr
Ariel's gaze bore into Monica's, her eyes searching for any sign of deception. “I want to speak to your manager," Ariel demanded, her voice firm and authoritative. Monica's eyes widened, and she nodded hastily. "Okay, okay. I'll go get them." As Monica scurried off, Ariel's mind whirled with q
“I know, duh! That is why I need to look cute when that happens.” *** Ariel pulled into the parking lot of the spa and salon, feeling a sense of excitement and relaxation wash over her. She had been looking forward to this day all week, and was eager to indulge in some much-needed pampering. As
Ariel sat on the bed, her hands gently cradling her swollen belly as she waited for Chase to emerge from the bathroom. Her mind was a whirlwind of emotions – anxiety, fear, and anger – as she thought about Monica’s release from prison. The woman who had stolen her newborn baby and pretended to be he
Ariel rolled her eyes as she read through the article. “This bitch is just putting on a façade. She is just saying all that crap to get sympathy. Bullshit!” She said and continued reading. “I have hurt so many people, and I can only understand if no one wants to accept me in their community or
It’s been a year, and the Coles family is gathering outside the Coles mansion to celebrate Emily’s first birthday. The kids are gathered around a table, singing a birthday song to Emily, although, Emily has already dug the beautiful Frozen theme cake with her tiny hands. “Emily, look at you! Don’t
Caleb was enough of Victor’s threats. He wanted to confront him today and make sure that Victor never threatens him or his family ever again, so he went back to the maximum prison where Victor is locked in to set his record straight. Caleb stormed into the maximum prison, his heart racing with ang
Caleb looked at her, then down at Sophie who is looking at him. Caleb felt the responsibility over his shoulders, and he believed that it was his fault in a way. He knew he had to do something right away in order to bring peace to the family. “I know how to bring Ariel back. I am going to be gone