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
Andrew's POVI stormed into Elena's office, furious. She had not been answering my calls, and I was clearly too upset to wait for her to return them.When I walked in, Elena was sitting in her chair, and her assistant Stella was sitting opposite her, with some ladies lined up. They had some makeup products displayed on the office desk. Elena appeared surprised when she saw me.“Could you please excuse us?" I said, staring at Stella, then the ladies which were lined up.“But baby, we are in the middle of something right now. I need to try each and every one of these lipstick shades on my models” Elena said."I do not care. Get out" I howled.“Let's go ladies,” Stella said, noticing the atmosphere was tensed.I watched them match out of the room and turned to Elena who was visibly upset.“What is all this about Andrew?” She roared.“What the hell is this?” I asked, furiously pulling out my phone to show her a picture.She took a few moments to look at the phone. “Was that the reason
Elena's POVI looked at my watch with annoyance. Where the hell is Rickard? He was already very late."I would like a glass of mango sunrise cocktail," I told the waiter, struggling to maintain a smile.I picked up my phone and dialed Rickard's number.“Where the fuck are you?” I yelled over the phone."Andrew is here; I can not come to you now," he said before hanging up. What? Andrew is? Why is he here at the same time and place I came to meet Rickard?I knew Andrew, and he never comes to places like this, which is why I choose this particular restaurant.I looked around and saw him enter through the door. He was unaccompanied and I found that strange.Thank goodness Rickard saw him and notified me on time. If not, what would I have said to him if he had found Rickard and I here?I waved my hands towards him.He came over to where I was sitting after noticing me.“Hey” He said coldly.“What are you doing here Andrew?” I inquired, trying to maintain a serious demeanor.“I was aroun
Gwen's POV A notification from my email prompted me awake. I rubbed my eyes while mumbling. I slept very late last night because Ethan would not stop crying.I unlocked my phone to check my email. I jumped out of bed with excitement after reading it.I screamed enthusiastically, "Yes!"Granny rushed to my room's door and began knocking.“Gwen, are you fine?” She asked.I hurriedly opened the door and began jumping like a ten-year-old.She looked at me with complete amusement. Her face showed clearly that she was confused.I could not contain my joy as I read the email to Granny. My tone conveyed happiness.Finally, one of my applications received a positive response after numerous unsuccessful attempts."I am very excited, Granny." "It has been a while since I have seen you smile this much," Granny made fun of me.Granny might be right. I felt genuinely happy. It was the first time I felt this happy since Emory's attack on me."I could finally get you a new car, Granny," I said, wr
Gwen's POVWhat? Is he James Miller? My new boss?He was the same arrogant man I encountered yesterday who lacked manners.“Good morning Mr. Miller, your personal Assistant is here” Sophie said with a huge smile while taking a little bow.Why would anyone smile at him like that? When I felt the urge to scratch his face.“She is my personal Assistant?” He asked, staring at me as if I was some filth."Yes, sir, she met all the necessary requirements." Sophie Said."We will see," he said, scanning me all over.What does that even mean? Without saying anything to me, he returned to his seat and fixed his gaze at his laptop."Let me show you your office, Miss Gwen," Sophie said, smiling and reaching for the exit of Mr Miller's office.My office was next door after Mr Miller's office. It was on the last floor. It was much larger than I anticipated.The office had a sofa at one end and a working desk in the center. Documents were piled high on the desk, and a computer was plugged in.“Is he
Andrew's POV“Weekend?” I repeated my father's words over the phone."That is impossible, Dad; I have a lot to do.""I am just asking for a week Andrew, please do this one thing for me as a birthday gift," he said from the other end.“Okay Dad” I said reluctantly."Great, see you in the Bahamas this weekend," he said as the call ended.Bahamas? I had no idea why Dad wanted to celebrate his birthday on a cruise in the Bahamas. The thought of being in the same space with Rickard and his mother sickened me.“Who was on the phone baby?” Elena asked as she stepped out of the bathroom.She was wearing a short white robe that clung to her body, with an extra towel that was wrapped around her hair.“My dad. He wants to celebrate his birthday this year on a cruise in the Bahamas” I said, averting my gaze from her.“Are you for real babe? We are going to the Bahamas for a birthday cruise? Yay!” She exclaimed, her voice full of joy."Only because he insisted, and it was a birthday wish."“I am
Andrew's POV.We arrived at the port of the sea and met my father, his wife, Rickard, and a few friends who were waiting for Elena and I.“I am sorry we are late dad, apparently someone needed sunscreen on a boat cruise” I said sarcastically, looking at Elena.“It's fine son, glad you made it” My father said, giving me a hug."It is a pleasure to be here, Attorney Frederick. Thank you for having us," Elena chipped in and held out her arms for a hug.I watched them exchange pleasantries. My feelings towards my father were ambivalent. He did not come to see me when I was in the hospital, claiming he was too busy, but he can always find time for a cruise.I scoffed.“Hey bro,” Rickard called from behind.What does he want?“Hey Rickard, glad you made it”“Glad you could make it too. For a moment I thought you were going to ditch on dad and the family” He said, laughing hysterically.“Believe, I tried.” I mumbled.“What did you say?” He asked.“It's nothing”"I am glad you made it, Andre
Gwen's POV“Rickard Gilbert. You have been found guilty of all of the charges against you. You are hereby sentenced to life imprisonment with hard labor” The judge gave his final verdict.I sighed with relief as I realized that all of my problems were gradually coming to an end.A month has passed since the incident. During the struggle between Andrew and Rickard at the warehouse, a trigger was pulled and a bullet went through Rickard's left leg.The case didn't hold immediately because Rickard needed to recover before he could face the court.Jake and Dr. James both testified against Rickard, and Fred presented the court with evidence indicating Rickard pulled the trigger on Brody.Elena's statement also helped with the case but unfortunately, she slipped into a coma.She was closely monitored by the police. As soon as she regains her consciousness, she will also pay for her crimes.Hopefully, she receives a lighter sentence because she was the only reason my sons were healthy and wi
Gwen's POVNanny Rose's memorial service was held in her hometown, and Granny and I attended to pay our final respects.We boarded the next flight to Oklahoma and returned home later that evening. The house felt incredibly empty without the children and Nanny Rose.It seemed like I was in a completely different place. I walked to the sofa and shut my eyes tightly.It has been quite an awful month for me and I don't think I will recover any time soon.As soon as I picked up my phone, I received a call from Andrew asking me to come to the hospital. My heart skipped a beat because I knew the hospital spelled bad news.Granny insisted on tagging along but I didn't let her. She has also been through a lot, which has had a negative impact on her health.I tried reaching Ricky to drive me there but he wasn't picking so I decided on taking a cab there.******“What's wrong Andrew?” I asked as soon as I saw him in the waiting room.There were numerous police officers patrolling around the area
Rickard's POVI stormed into the room where I had kept the children captive. Their instant sobs and screams became a nuisance to my ears.“Would you both shut up for fuck sake?” I yelled, throwing a wooden chair across the room, and the kids shook with fear.I made the room comfortable for them, I mean, I still remain their favorite uncle right?"I want to go to my mummy," Ethan stated, rubbing his cheeks with both hands.“Shut up you little brat, mummy is not coming” I yelled, slamming my hand against the wall vigorously.Elena rushed into the room as Ethan's sobbing became louder."Oh, poor child, do not cry," she said, stepping closer to Ethan. She sat on the room's bed and cradled Ethan in her arms.“You really don't have to scare them like this Rickard. They are our key to a good life” Elena said, staring at me intently.I scoffed audibly.“Since when did you start to care about the children and their well being?” I asked sarcastically."I am not a monster, Ricky, I have always h
Gwen's POV I watched how Andrew's face turned pale. I had no doubt that Rickard was on the other end of the phone. Andrew lowered the phone from his ear and stared at me without saying anything. “What happened?” “He threatened to harm the children, but I won't let him Gwen, I promise” Andrew said, taking my hands into his. "I know you won't," I replied, smiling lightly at him. He was the only person I fully trusted to bring my kids back. He was their father, he had the money and influence and I knew he was willing to give Rickard all his properties. He loved the boys that much. “Let me drive you home Gwen” Andrew offered. “I came with Ricky, it's only right I go back with him” I declined politely. “Alright Gwen, I will meet you at the house” Andrew said, softly planting a kiss on my cheeks. I got into the car with Ricky and he drove me home. On the way to the house, I could not stop thinking about how Rickard learned about our plan to ambush him. It only meant one thing, so
Andrew's POVI impatiently stared at the footage that captured how Rickard bulged into the house and came out with my children.“How could you be careless? You were assigned to look after my children," I yelled angrily, slamming my hands against the table.My phone began buzzing just as the chief of police was about to speak. It was an unknown number. I had an immediate suspicion that it was Rickard calling.I picked my phone and placed the call on loud speaker. The chief of police quickly asked his assistant to connect my mobile phone to the cellular location system in order to track down Rickard's exact location.“Hello big bro” Rickard said over the phone.“You scoundrel, where are you? Where are my children” I yelled vehemently over the phone.“Oh big bro, why are you being aggressive? The kids are having a little fun time with their favorite uncle” Rickard said sarcastically over the phone.My anger surged, and I could feel my blood crackling. If I ever get my hands on Rickard, I
Gwen's POV“No! No! No!” I continuously kept on saying. With every word I said, I took a step back.I almost lost my balance if not because of Ricky who supported me from behind.Nanny Rose lay on the floor in her own pool of blood, and the room's window was wide open.Ethan and Evan were not in their beds, and I could feel my heart breaking into little pieces. I released myself from Ricky's grip and ran towards the window.“Ethan! Evan!” I yelled at the top of my voice.Granny rushed into the room and was taken aback as soon as she saw the scene. She quickly took out her phone and dialed the ambulance.Ricky dashed out of the room to inform the cops about the kidnapping.I was left in shock and I kept on calling out to my boys, magically hoping that they would appear in front of me.I sat on the floor and burst into tears. My children were my weakness and if anything should happen to them, I don't think I would ever move on.I wished I had put them to bed myself, then maybe all this
Gwen's POVI sat beside Andrew staring at him quietly. His chelation therapy had been going on for more than four days, and he was already doing well.The pale color of his skin was gradually vanishing and he was regaining his actual skin complexion.The doctor said that if he continued to respond well to the treatment, he would be discharged in less than a week.I tucked his hands into mine and gently squeezed them.“They won't get away with what they did to you, I promise” I said softly.Suddenly, I heard the door to the room unlocked.“Fred, is that you?” I said, slightly turning my face in the direction of the door.“Attorney Frederick,” I exclaimed, getting up to my feet. “You are here?”“Well yes, I flew to Oklahoma as soon as I heard the news. How is Andrew doing?” Attorney Frederick asked, moving closer to Andrew's bed.“He is responding well to treatment sir. He will soon be back on his feet” I spoke calmly.“Did Rickard really do everything he was accused of?” Attorney Frede
Rickard's POVI continued to clench my teeth. If I had not followed Andrew out of the house, I would probably be in jail by now.“Damn it” I exclaimed furiously.I sat on the bed in the small room and dug my hands into my hair. How could I have been so dumb not to notice that i was being followed.“Fuck!” I yelled, smashing my phone across the wall.“There is no use smashing your phone across the wall Rickard. You sold us out” Elena glared furiously.“What the hell are you even saying? You should be glad I brought you along with me” I said angrily.I instantly regretted my decision. I should not have told Elena about Andrew's discovery. I should have gone into hiding and let her pay dearly for our crimes.Now I was stuck with her and her constant nagging. I was sure that going to jail wouldn't be as bad as being in the same space with Elena.Perhaps I should just turn myself in to the police.“God damnit” I murmured to myself.“We are fucking low on cash Rickard. How are we going to s
Gwen's POVI asked Fred to drive me home after leaving the hospital. On our way there, I paid for our flight tickets to New York.My plan was to subdue Dr. James. He will not go scot free for conniving with Rickard to lie about Andrew's health.I will ensure that he and Jake are transferred to Oklahoma prison so that when Rickard and Elena are apprehended, they can testify against them.My flight was scheduled for 9p.m that evening so I decided to go home first.When I arrived at the house, the scene reminded me of when Sophie escaped. There were officers patrolling around my house.I asked Fred to wait for me in the car while I went to get some of my stuff in the house.“Gwen, what is going on?” Granny said as soon as she saw me walking in. She carried that worried look across her face which made me wonder when all this will come to an end.“Remain in the house Granny and make sure you keep a close eyes on Ethan and Evan.” I said before dashing upstairs.Granny wouldn't just settle f