Gwen's POV Ricky and I stood at the entrance of Emory's Mansion. I didn't know if it was a good idea to bring him along but Granny insisted I needed all the support I could get because I was not in the right state of mind. She assured me that Sharon and her would be with the boys at the hospital till I returned with the money for the surgery. As much as I hated to be there, it was something I needed to do for the recovery of my child. My eyes were bulging due to the amount of tears I had shed over the last few days. I looked pale and had lost weight. I firmly gripped my bag and reminded myself of why I was there and what I needed to do. “Are you good Gwen?” Ricky asked. I nodded. “Let's go” It took a few seconds for a maid to answer the door after I knocked. I did not recognize her because when Mom was still alive, we had no maid. “Can I help you, miss?” She asked. I inhaled deeply as memories of my previous visit to this place flooded back. My heart began to ache immediate
Gwen's povI sneaked out of Jane's apartment the next morning without telling her or Ricky.After everything that happened the last time, Jane would never be in support of me asking Andrew for help, and it would be a bad idea to bring Ricky along, especially given how Andrew feels about me.I noticed a large number of security guards at Andrew's mansion and wondered when this new development was adopted.They would not let me in because they were under strict orders not to let anyone in except very close friends and family.“You are not listening to me, this involves the life of a child” I cried.“Sorry ma'am, we can't let you in.” I kept on yelling but they totally ignored me.I was resolved to speak with Andrew regardless of the circumstances.I sat at the extreme end of the gate, my head resting on my knees. Eventually, he would have to leave the house.My phone was buzzing with calls and messages from Jane and Ricky.My appearance reflected someone who had lost her mental health.
Andrew's POV"Please, baby," Elena said, wrapping her arms around me.“Can you hear yourself Elena?” I asked, getting agitated.“I just need your support this one time”“I have a meeting today. Why didn't you tell me earlier?” I asked, staring at her."Come on babe, you are the boss of yourself; you can always reschedule the meeting."“What exactly will my presence add to your event Elena? I know nothing about makeup”“You don't have to know anything about makeup”I let out an audible sigh."All right, I will try to drop by after my meeting."“For crying out loud, I am launching my new product Andrew, pretend you care at least” She yelled.“You never support me, you claim you are my fiance but you are never present in all my events” She added, giving me a vicious glare“Oh Christ” I exclaimed silently.“You should appreciate me Andrew. I take what I do seriously, I am not idle like that woman you were married to”.She always did this. Every little conversation or fight we had, she fi
Gwen's POV"You have not stopped crying since yesterday, Gwen. You are injured, and it is not good for you," Jane said, holding my hands.I sat on the sofa staring at the ceiling.My well-being was the last thing I was thinking about. I had only a scratch on my head, but my son has a hole in his heart.“I had the money Jane, but they just took it away from me. Why are people so cruel?” Tears poured down my cheeks in a hot stream."We will figure something out, I promise," she reassured me.Ricky stood by the door, watching us. One could see how upset he was. He blamed himself for not being there to protect me.This was entirely my fault; I never should have gone there alone. It was too late now, the money for my boy's treatment was gone.“Ricky and I will be going back to Oklahoma later today. Granny said Ethan's health is not improving” I took a deep breath.“I should be there with him.”“Gwen, you can't travel in this state.” Jane said.“What would you have me do? Stay here? I need
Andrew's POVI could not believe I was actually standing in front of the building.The building was two stories tall and contained several apartments.“Are you sure this is the place Fred?” I asked.“Yes boss. This is Jane's address. She is in room number six on the ground floor.I can not believe the search for Gwen led me here; I have never been anywhere like this.I sauntered into the building, accompanied by Fred, who was nearly twice my size.We arrived at a door with the number 6 written boldly on it. I was already here, and I can not turn back now.I reluctantly knocked on the door and heard a voice say, "I will be there in a sec."Shortly after, the door opened, and in front of me stood a blonde woman about Gwen's age.She was wearing an apron and her cheeks were covered in flour. The smile on her face disappeared the moment she saw me.“Jane?” I asked firmly. I had never met Jane before; I only knew her name because Gwen frequently mentioned it.“Yes. What are you doing here?
Gwen's POVI opened my eyes and found myself wrapped in Ricky's arms. Apparently, I dozed off after our conversation last night.He looked so peaceful while sleeping. Sometimes I wondered what I had done to deserve someone as supportive as him. He was a true friend.I slowly released myself from his grip as I did not want to wake him up.I heard noise coming from Ethan's bed and I rushed there. My son was awake.His giggle made me smile, but I could also feel the tears welling up inside of me. I was happy and sad at the same time."My little angel," I said, cradling his tiny fingers.Suddenly, there was a loud beep from the ventilator that supplied air to Ethan. The beep was continuous and would not stop.“Oh my God!” I exclaimed."Doctor, nurse, anyone?" I called out, repeatedly tapping the emergency button.Ricky was startled awake by my scream, and he rushed over to me.Just then, a group of medical experts dashed into the room."You need to leave, ma'am," one of them said as the o
Gwen's POV“Doctor!” I called out, observing the door to the OR was opened.“How is he?”“Congratulations Miss Gwen, the surgery was successful.”A smile covered my face. I have never felt this relief in my entire life. It was a success.Granny got up in joy, rushed to me and hugged me. She was in tears, one could see how tense she was.“Ethan is fine,” She said repeatedly.“Can we see him?” I asked elated.“Not at the moment, we will have to transfer him to a ward and observe him for a while, then visitors will be permitted” “Now if you will excuse me” The pediatric surgeon said while walking away.My little boy was fine, He made it, that was all that was on my mind. *********Few weeks later, Ethan was discharged from the hospital. He was recovering well and fast.We were instructed by the pediatrician to frequently come to the hospital for medical check ups.Granny was not around that weekend. I forced her to volunteer for a kid's camp. It has been a traumatic period of time for
Gwen's POVEmory?His face had that strict look it always has. He was standing in front of me. He was in a black suit and held a briefcase firmly.The same man that abandoned me when I needed him the most. The Same man that who didn't give a fuck about his grandson's life.“Where is my mother?” He asked.“She isn't home.” “Oh I see, is that why you have your lover here?” He said giving Ricky an indignant look. “I won't have you insult my friend Mr. Emory” I snapped, my voice kicking up a note.Before now, I secretly hoped that my father and I would sort things out eventually but looking at him now, I felt nothing but hatred and rage towards him.“Emory?” He laughed in amusement. “Well, that's new”.“Am I permitted to come into my mother's house?” He asked with a grin.I was unsure what he was doing here. Regardless, I couldn't keep him out, he technically bought this house for Granny.I swiftly moved my body creating space for him to walk in the house.“I will be here for the weeke