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Nicole stood up from the bed, her eyes fixed on the door as she took a determined step towards it. "I need to ask Mom why she hid this from me," she said, her voice firm but trembling with emotion. "She has to answer me."But just as she was about to open the door, Ashley rushed over and closed it again, her hand grasping Nicole's arm to stop her. "Nic, don't," Ashley said, her voice cracking with emotion.Nicole turned to face her sister, her eyes blazing with a mix of anger and hurt. "Why not?" she demanded. "I have a right to know why Mom kept this from me."Ashley's face contorted in a mixture of sadness and desperation. "Because she didn't want us to get upset and hurt and worried," she said, her voice barely above a whisper. "She hid it because of us, Nic. She didn't want to burden us with her illness."Nicole's eyes widened in shock as the truth dawned on her. "And that's why she's always been pushing us to get married," Ashley continued, her voice cracking. "So that...so that
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The next morning, Ashley and Nicole were busy in the kitchen, preparing breakfast. The aroma of freshly brewed coffee and sizzling bacon filled the air, making their stomachs growl with anticipation.Just as they were about to sit down to eat, they heard the sound of footsteps coming from the stairs. Their mom, Karen, walked into the kitchen, looking a bit surprised to see Nicole standing there.Karen's eyes narrowed slightly as she looked at Nicole. "When did you get here, sweetie?" she asked, her voice tinged with concern. "And is everything okay? Ashley showed up a few days ago out of the blue, and now you're here too. What's going on in your lives?"Nicole's eyes darted to Ashley's, a look of confusion flashing across her face. She thought Ashley had told their mom about Lucas, but apparently, that wasn't the case. Ashley's eyes met Nicole's, and she subtly gestured for Nicole to stay quiet.Ashley's face broke into a bright smile as she tried to deflect her mom's concerns. "Mom,
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Nicole's silence was met with a pause on Gage's end, and for a moment, she didn't know how to respond. She was happy for Gage, but a small part of her felt a twinge of...something. She pushed the feeling aside, focusing on Gage's enthusiasm."That's great, Gage!" she said finally, injecting a note of excitement into her voice. "What's her name?"But before Gage could respond, his phone suddenly went dead. Nicole's eyes dropped to her screen, and she saw that the call had been disconnected. She sighed, feeling a bit frustrated that their conversation had been cut short.Shaking off the feeling, Nicole dialed another number, this time connecting with her boss, Mr. Harrison. She asked for a few days' leave, explaining that she needed to take care of some personal matters.To her surprise, Mr. Harrison was more than accommodating. "Actually, Nicole, I'm glad you called. My son is very interested in the girl you set him up with, and he's extremely grateful. As a token of appreciation, I'd
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Nicole rode her scooter through the streets; she carefully searched for the Smithson's residence. After a few minutes of navigating through the neighborhood, she finally found the address and pulled up in front of the house.She brought her scooter to a stop, turned off the engine, and removed her helmet, shaking out her hair as she did so. Picking up the cake box, she walked towards the front door, taking in the grandeur of the house.The Smithson's residence was a beautiful, sprawling mansion that seemed to exude luxury and elegance. Nicole's eyes widened as she took in the intricately carved stone façade, the perfectly manicured lawn, and the sparkling fountain that sat at the entrance of the property.As she approached the door, Nicole felt a faint sense of familiarity wash over her. She had been to this house before, but the memories were hazy and distant. She couldn't quite put her finger on it, but something about the place seemed to stir a forgotten memory.Nicole's eyes narro
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Nicole followed Jack and Hazel into the house; she couldn't help but notice the colorful birthday decorations that adorned the walls and tables. There were balloons, streamers, and a big banner that read "Happy Birthday Sarah!""Ah, I see it's someone's special day today," Nicole said, smiling at the little girl who was bouncing around the room, excitement radiating from her face."Yes, it's Sarah's birthday," Hazel said, smiling warmly at her niece. "She's turning 6 today."As they sat down in the living room, Jack began to chat with Nicole, catching up on old times. "So, Nicole, it's been ages since we last saw each other. What have you been up to all these years?"Nicole filled Jack in on her life, telling him about her job, her family, and her interests. As they talked, Hazel joined in, sharing stories about her own life."I've been staying with Jack for a while now," Hazel said. "My husband is in the military, and he's currently deployed overseas. It's been tough, but Jack has be
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Karen's eyes widened in surprise as Nicole revealed that she didn't have a boyfriend. "What?" Karen asked, her voice laced with incredulity. "But Ashley told me that you had a boyfriend!"Nicole looked down, her cheeks flushing with embarrassment. "She lied, Mom," Nicole admitted, her voice barely above a whisper. "I'm sorry, Mom. She didn't want to deal with your constant questions about when we're getting married, so she made something up."Karen's expression changed from surprise to understanding, and she smiled warmly at Nicole. "It's okay, sweetie," Karen said, her voice filled with love and acceptance. "I'm glad you accepted your mistake. But now, I'm even happier because now I get to choose a perfect partner for you and Ashley!"Nicole closed her eyes in frustration, feeling a sense of exasperation wash over her."Mom, why do you always want us to get married?" Nicole asked, her voice laced with a mix of frustration and curiosity.Karen's expression turned serious, and she look
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As Lucas walked towards her, Ashley's mind went into a tailspin. She couldn't believe he was here, and at this exact moment, when she was on a date with Max. She felt like she was in a nightmare, and she couldn't wake up.Max was still talking, but Ashley didn't hear a word he was saying. Her attention was completely focused on Lucas and the sly smile that was spreading across his face. She could feel her heart beating faster and her palms growing sweaty. She was starting to feel like she was trapped, and she didn't know how to escape.Ashley thought to herself, "Why is he here? What does he want?" She couldn't shake off the feeling that Lucas was here to ruin her date night.Ashley was worried that he would do something to embarrass her in front of Max.As Lucas approached their table, Ashley felt a surge of anxiety. She didn't want to make a scene, but she also didn't want to talk to Lucas. She was torn between her desire to avoid him and her need to protect herself from him.Max, o
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Max intervened, pushing Lucas away from Ashley. But Lucas didn't flinch. He stood his ground, his eyes locked on Ashley's."No matter how much you try to hate me," Lucas said, his voice low and husky, "I will still love you. Always. And I know you love me too."Ashley's eyes welled up with tears as Lucas's words struck a chord deep within her. She felt a flutter in her chest, a feeling she couldn't ignore.Lucas took a step closer to Ashley, his eyes burning with intensity. "I'm sorry for whatever happened," he said, his voice cracking with emotion. "I know I hurt you, and I'm sorry. I can't change the past, but I promise you, Ashley, I will never leave you again. Not until the end. I'm willing to leave everything behind, just for you."She saw the sincerity in his eyes, the desperation in his voice. She felt the weight of his words, the depth of his emotion.Tears streamed down Ashley's face as she looked at Lucas. She saw the man she once loved, the man she thought she'd lost foreve
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The beautiful summer day, casting a warm glow over the lush green gardens where the wedding ceremony was taking place. The air was filled with the sweet scent of blooming flowers, and the soft chirping of birds could be heard in the distance.Nicole, looking stunning in her white wedding gown, stood at the entrance of the aisle, her father's hand holding hers. She took a deep breath, her eyes shining with happiness, as she prepared to walk down the aisle to meet her groom, Gage.She began her walk, all eyes turned to her, and a collective gasp of admiration filled the air. Nicole's father, beaming with pride, smiled at her, and she smiled back, her eyes sparkling with joy.As she made her way down the aisle, Nicole's gaze swept across the crowd, taking in the familiar faces of friends and family. Her eyes landed on Mr. Harrison, Gage's father, who was sitting in the front row, a huge smile spreading across his face.Nicole's heart swelled with affection as she looked at Mr. Harrison.
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Nicole felt a wave of disappointment wash over her as she hung up the call with Mr. Harrison. She had been hoping that he would know where Gage was, that she could finally talk to him and make things right. But now, it seemed like she was back to square one.She walked over to a nearby bench and sat down, feeling defeated. She buried her face in her hands, trying to process her emotions. Why did she always have to make things so complicated? Why did she always have to push away the people she loved?As she sat there, Nicole's mind began to wander back to Gage.She suddenly remembered something that made her heart skip a beat. She quickly grabbed her bag and stood up, her mind racing with possibilities. Without hesitation, Nicole walked back into the airport.****The sun was setting over the horizon, casting a warm orange glow over the small island that Gage owned. The island was a private sanctuary, a place where Gage could escape the chaos of the world and find solace in nature. And
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The plane taxied down the runway; Nicole's mind was a whirlwind of emotions. Gage's words from the book kept echoing in her mind, reminding her of the depth of his love for her. She couldn't shake off the feeling that she was running away from something precious, something that could have been hers if only she had realized it sooner.The thought of Gage giving his heart to her, and now, unknowingly, giving her a part of himself through their baby, was almost too much to bear. Nicole felt a pang of guilt and regret, wondering how she could have been so blind to Gage's feelings.Suddenly, she stood up, her movements abrupt and decisive. The flight attendant, caught off guard, hurried over to her. "Ma'am, please sit down. We're about to take off."But Nicole didn't listen. She grabbed her bag and began to walk towards the exit, her eyes fixed on the door. The flight attendant tried to stop her, but Nicole pushed past her, determined to get off the plane."Ma'am, you can't just get off th
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Nicole stepped down from the stairs, her eyes fixed on the floor as she made her way to the front door. Her dad, sister, and Lucas were all standing in the living room, watching her with a mix of sadness and understanding.Ashley walked towards her, concern etched on her face. "Nicole, do you really want to go?" she asked, her voice soft.Nicole nodded, her eyes welling up with tears. "I need to go, Ash," she said, her voice barely above a whisper. "Now that Mom is gone, this house just feels empty. I'm not used to being here without her. I need to get out of here and start fresh somewhere else."Her father, Henry, walked towards her, his eyes filled with compassion. "We understand, baby," he said, his voice gentle. "We'll miss you, but we understand that you need to do this."Nicole's eyes overflowed with tears as she hugged her father tightly. It was a moment of closure, a moment of healing, and Ashley couldn't help but feel a sense of joy seeing her sister and father reunited like
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Nicole stepped up to the microphone, her eyes scanning the crowd of mourners gathered to pay their respects to her mother. She took a deep breath and began to speak, her voice calm and steady."My mom was an incredible woman," she started, her words echoing through the silence. "She was a great wife, a great mom, and a great person. She had every opportunity to leave us, to start a new life after our dad left. But she chose to stay with us, to raise us on her own, and to give us the best life possible."Nicole's voice cracked slightly as she spoke, but she continued, her words pouring out from the heart."As a daughter, I have to admit that I failed my mom. I never understood her, I never appreciated her sacrifices, and I never thanked her enough for everything she did for me. She always put Ashley and me first, always prioritizing our needs above her own. And yet, I repaid her by being selfish, by running away from her when she needed me most."Nicole's tears began to fall, streaming
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The doctor emerged from the room; Nicole and her father stood up, their hearts racing with anticipation. They walked towards the doctor, their eyes fixed on his face, searching for any sign of hope.But the doctor's expression was grim, his eyes cast downward. He seemed to be struggling to find the words to say."Doctor?" Nicole asked, her voice trembling with anxiety. "What's going on? How's my mom?"The doctor didn't respond, his silence hanging in the air like a heavy weight."Doctor, please," Nicole asked again, her voice growing more urgent. "Tell me what's going on. Is my mom okay?"The doctor still didn't respond, his eyes fixed on the floor.Nicole's anxiety turned to desperation, and she reached out and grabbed the doctor's collar, her hands shaking with fear."Tell me!" she demanded, her voice hoarse with emotion. "What's going on with my mom?"Her father intervened, gently prying Nicole's hands off the doctor's collar."Nicole, honey, stop," he said, his voice calm and soot
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Nicole drove to the hospital; she couldn't help but think about the events of the past few days. Ashley and Lucas had just left for their honeymoon, and despite Ashley's initial hesitation to leave her mother's side, Nicole had assured her that she would take care of their mom. Nicole had reminded Ashley that this was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity and that she should go and enjoy her honeymoon with Lucas.Now, as Nicole drove to the hospital, she was filled with a mix of emotions. She was worried about her mother's health, which seemed to be deteriorating by the day. She was also thinking about Gage and the secret she was keeping from him. She was happy to be carrying his child, but she was also consumed by guilt for not telling him about the pregnancy.As she thought about Gage, Nicole's mind was filled with conflicting emotions. A part of her wanted to reach out to him, to tell him about the baby, and to see if they could work things out. But another part of her was hesitant, fea
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Nicole took a deep breath and began to explain the situation to Ashley. "Ash, you know how Gage and I were in a friends with benefits agreement? Well, things got complicated. Gage fell for me, and I...I couldn't deny that there was something between us. Something that I couldn't connect with Jack."Ashley's eyes widened in surprise, but Nicole continued. "I know it's not fully Jack's fault that he didn't trust me. I never let him get close to me, not really. But with Gage...it was different. His touch, his kiss... it melted me, Ash. I couldn't deny it, no matter how hard I tried."Nicole's voice cracked as she remembered the pain she had felt. "And then Jack broke up with me, which hurt me, Ash. He said things that cut deep, and I realized that I deserved better. That's why I agreed to go to Paris, to get away from all this mess."Ashley's expression softened, and she reached out to take Nicole's hand. "But now...now you're pregnant with Gage's child," she said gently.Nicole nodded,
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Ashley stood in front of the mirror, adjusting her wedding veil as Nicole sat on the bed, watching her with a warm smile."You look beautiful, Ash," Nicole said, her eyes shining with happiness.Ashley turned to her, her face radiant with excitement. "Thanks, Nic. I'm so nervous. What if I trip on my dress? What if Lucas forgets his vows?"Nicole laughed, getting up from the bed to give Ashley a reassuring hug. "You'll be fine, Ash. You've been preparing for this day for months. And Lucas loves you; he'll never forget his vows."Just then, there was a knock on the door. Nicole walked over to answer it, expecting it to be one of the wedding planners or maybe Lucas himself.But when she opened the door, she was shocked to see Gage standing there, looking handsome but somber in his suit. They stared at each other for a moment, the tension between them palpable.Nicole's heart was racing as she tried to process why Gage was here. They hadn't spoken since she slapped him, and she had been
