Gwen's POVThe atmosphere between Ricky and I was tense. I could easily lie to him, but I did not want to. He deserved better.“Ricky,” I spoke softly. “I don't think I have ever stopped loving Andrew,” I added.Ricky snorted loudly. “I thought as much. So you were using me to get over him, is that it?”“No, no,” I said, reaching for his hand. “Believe me Ricky, more than anything, I want to love you the way you deserve,” I said, glaring into his eyes.Ricky pulled his hand away from me and got off the bench.I got up to trail after him and found Andrew standing in front of Ricky and I. His facial expression clearly indicated that he had heard our conversation.After giving Andrew a menacing look, Ricky stormed off.“Ricky, please stop,” I called out.“Let him go Gwen,” Andrew said, holding me by the arm.“Sophie has been caught now. You are no longer needed here” I said, pulling my arm away. I left him standing there while I went after Ricky.“Ricky, Ricky!” I called him repeatedly,
Rickard's POVI pulled out a knife and dug it through Andrew's car tyre.The poison that Elena has been adding to Andrew's food isn't as effective as I was promised. Andrew only complains about chest pains, and it was taking longer than I expected.I looked left and right to make sure no one was watching me. The cracked tyre was bound to cause an accident.I saw Andrew and Fred leaving the mansion. In order to avoid not being seen, I increased my pace and hid behind Andrew's black Ferrari.I prayed silently to be lucky. I was crossing my fingers for Andrew to enter the Maybach that I had just tampered with.Fortunately for me, he decided to take the car. I watched as they drove away, grinning vindictively. I was sure that any moment from now, I will be told about the bad news or in this case, it's good news for me.“What are you doing just standing there? Let us go already," Elena said as she walked elegantly towards me. I still wondered how a pregnant woman could walk around in heels
Andrew's POVI studied both of their facial expressions and noticed a surprised look on their faces, which quickly faded.“W..h..at are you talking about?” Elena stuttered.“Do you rather prefer going to a hospital in the state prison?” I asked again, this time with a grimace on my face.“Fine. I was at the state prison. I only went there to confront Sophie” Elena barked.“Confront your accomplice? What about?” I asked in a sarcastic tone.“Why would she want Gwen dead?” “Oh, I see. You suddenly care about Gwen. When did this development start, Elena?” I inquired, raising my brow slightly.“What are you trying to say?” She yelled angrily.“She’s right Bro. I only went there to protect her in case Sophie tries anything funny” Rickard chipped in.“Okay, so you are now protecting her? Isn't that adorable?” I said, clapping my hands together in a hysterical manner.“Stop going through the corners Andrew, what do you mean?” Elena asked, glaring at me venomously.“Unfortunately Elena, I do
Gwen's POVI noticed Andrew's worried expression, but I could not confront him to find out what was wrong because there were guests in the house.“Gwen, Gwen” Granny called out, tapping me. “Wrap a cake piece for the neighbors,” She added.“Yes Gran Gran” I said, heading to the kitchen to get a wrapping sheet.After the party, everyone wished the boys a happy birthday and left the house with lots of presents for them.“Nanny Rose” I called out. “Are the luggages in Andrew's car already?” I asked.She responded with a nod.“Mommy, Mommy, where are we going?” Ethan said, pulling my shirt.“We are going to New York to see your grand dad” I replied, trying to secure my hair into a bun.“Nanny Rose, can you take the boys to the car?”"Yes, ma'am," she responded, leading the boys out of the room."They look pretty energetic for children who just had a busy evening," Granny remarked, laughing.“Are you sure you won't come along Granny, the boys could really need you” I tried to persuade her.
Gwen's POV “Gwen!” Attorney Frederick called out as soon as he saw me. "It is so nice to have you here," he said, hugging me lightly. Attorney Frederick has always been nice and comforting towards me. Even though he was aware of the allegations leveled against me, he never judged me. “It's been a while Sir. You don't seem to be ageing,” I said, teasingly. Attorney Frederick let out a hearty laugh. “Don't flatter me Gwen, I am now a grand dad” He said, turning his gaze to the kids. “You sure are. I hope the kids are not being mischievous?" “We are getting along well. They are the exact replica of my son” Attorney Frederick said. “Breakfast is ready” The maid announced, and we all proceeded to the dining table. For some reason, Mrs Rachel was wearing a scowl on her face throughout breakfast. “Gwen dear, have you considered coming back to New York? Your Dad needs a successor as soon as possible” Attorney Frederick said, sipping a glass of orange juice. “Uhm, actually s
Gwen's POVI noticed Rachel standing a few feet away from me when I flicked on the light in my room.I turned around to look for something I could use to defend myself, but I could not find anything. The cabinet was too far away from my bed for me to reach.“Mrs Gilbert?” I said, trying to hide how frightened I was.“Oh please Gwen, call me Rachel” She said, this time around with a smile across her face. She walked towards my bed and sat on it.“What can I help you with? It is late, Rachel," I said, regaining my composure, knowing she can not hurt me because Andrew will not spare her.“I came to apologize for my outburst earlier today. I was just upset,” She said, apologetically.“You couldn't wait till tomorrow?”“No, actually. I do not want you to have the wrong impression of me. Rickard is my only son, and more than anything, I would also like him to be here” She said, wiping away the tears welling up at the corners of her eyes.“I understand.” I said calmly.“Can you please convin
Gwen's POVThe car's window rolled down, and I recognized the face of the driver right away.“Jake?”“Gwen, what are you doing here? When did you come?” He hurled a barrage of questions at me.“I flew in some days back. It's a long story actually” I said, trying to sound as polite as possible.“Good thing I have all the time. Where are you going? I could drop you off.” He offered with a warm smile.“I was actually going to Jane's shop. I am glad I bumped into you”“Hop in. You don't want to keep her waiting now, do you?” Jake joked as he unlocked the door to his car.I got in the car and canceled my Uber ride.“So, why are you suddenly in New York?” Jake asked, turning to look at me."My children's Grandad wanted to spend the holidays with his grandchildren," I explained.“Oh. Attorney Frederick right? He is an influential man here in New York and also wealthy” Jake said.“Yes. He is also a very decent man. People fail to notice that” I added.“Yeah, sure.” Jake mumbled under his brea
Andrew's POV“What do you mean Gwen isn't with you?” I growled furiously. “I mean she was, but she left the spa parlor angrily” Rachel said shaking. I could see fear on her face but that didn't matter to me. If I could tear her into pieces in order to get my answers then I would.“You fucking took Gwen out of the house and didn't bring her back? Are you hearing yourself Rachel?” I shrieked angrily, my fist clenched tightly.“Don't you dare talk to her in that tone” My father yelled angrily, defending his wife.“Or else what? You will make sure I rot in jail for raising my voice at your wife? The same one who is responsible for Gwen's disappearance?” I said, sarcastically.“I can understand you are angry Andrew but watch how you talk to me” My father said, exasperatedly.“It was obvious that Rachel never wanted Gwen around. She was upset that her useless son wasn't here”“Andrew!” Rachel yelled, slapping me hard across the face, with tears streaming down her cheeks. “Don't you dare!”