Carlos had caught a glimpse of Henry running out of the house in tears. He went after him only to notice him hidden at the back of the purple blooming flowers use to beautify the house. He sighed before crouching next to the boy. "You know what Henry?" Carlos said placing a hand on the boy's shoulders."Your mum wasn't really mad at you, you just have to be patient with her because she is just feeling bad about something and I can't explain any of that to you because it's something you won't understand but please don't get mad at her!" Carlos said pleadingly as Henry glared into his eyes. "What's happening to her? You can tell me about it since I'm all grown up. I know that I would understand anything you tell me!" Henry said and that only made Carlos sigh heavily. "Okay, there was someone who hurt your mother so badly and what he did was such a terrible thing. Your mother still feels the pain and that's why she gets upset very often, but don't you worry because your mother isn't a
"Wait, What is this? What do you mean that you are the reason why Miriam is suffering? Aren't you the one who actually saved her?" Jeffery asked. "Noooo___you know what? You just don't get it at all. I'm the guy that Miriam hates so much!" Carlos said, taking another sip that burnt his throat nicely. "Common man, don't say that!" Jeffery said. "I have to because I'm the bastard who raped her!" Carlos spilled out and that had shocked Jeffrey more than anything he had heard in his life. "Are you even telling me the truth? Buuuu but____why?" Jeffery stuttered before running a hand into his hair frustratedly."I know that I made a very big mistake and I don't know if she would ever forgive me if she finds out the truth that the one who married and loved her Is the one who ruined her life!" Carlos told his friend who used both of his hands to rub his face. He stood there for a minute with a confused look before wiggling his head. "Hey, I know you man, that's impossible because you are
Jeffrey crouched one of his knees on the floor before holding Carlos in the arm to get him up from the floor. "Man, that's enough for the night, you are so damn drunk!" Jeffery tried to help him up but it proved abortive. "Jeffery___ Jeffrey, it's okay. You can leave me now because I'm a bad person. Just leeeeaaaave___," Carlos yelled at the top of his voice but that didn't push or move Jeffery one bit. "Carlos, you are not a bad person. You are not the one to blame at all, I know that you are not a rapist. I'm your beta and your best friend, I know you so well like the back of my fingers. That Jeffery guy just happened to set you up for sure! They are the bad guys and they are the ones to feel guilty and not you," Jeffery reassured Carlos calmly. "But I was the one left in that room that night and not them, I'm the rapist who did it to her!" Carlos said to his friend. "Buddy, you wouldn't have ended up doing such a thing if those pricks didn't plan it. They had Miriam kidnapped a
Carlos sighed heavily before speaking. "Yes, I would tell Miriam the whole truth!" He plainly said as his gaze was strictly fixed on his hands. "Uh___ uhmm_ my friend, I know that what I am about to tell you isn't right but listen to me. Don't tell Miriam, don't tell Miriam that you are actually the one who had taken advantage of her." Jeffrey told Carlos to his face. "Why, she's suffering so much," Carlos said blandly. "But she would only suffer the more if she finds out, you would only end up giving her more burden if she can't take it. When she finds out the whole truth about you, you would ruin Miriam and that would be too much for her to handle." Jeffrey had advised him. ______On the other hand, Miriam couldn't go back to sleep. She felt completely bad for how she had treated Carlos a while ago. She had trudged downstairs to maybe speak to him and sort out their differences. "I shouldn't have done that! I shouldn't have pushed Carlos away," she uttered after searching the w
"What the hell are you saying?" Miriam asked with an irritated expression masked on her face. "Miriam, you're still the one for me. We just parted ways because of the situation that both of us didn't expect to come along but I do know that our love for one another is still here despite it all. Just give me another chance and come with me!" Christian begged like an idiot."What you are saying is very impossible because I do love Carlos and can't leave him," Miriam told Christain plainly while staring into his tired-looking eyes and his forehead which was getting sweaty. "Miriam, he just came between us. Don't you get it at all? I'm supposed to be your husband and I know that you only married him just to replace me." Christian uttered a little confidence in his tune but Miriam wiggled her head in pity."That's not true at all," she told him bluntly and sincerely. "Alright, I'm thankful for your help but that definitely doesn't mean that I'm coming with you. Christian, I have already
"Don't belittle yourself, Carlos, Miriam was the lucky one because you choose to marry her." Gina still insisted and that made Carlos a bit furious. "Mother, if you did something before that might have ruined your relationship with dad. Would you tell him about it?" Carlos asked his mother keenly. "Married people practice honesty, if you love that person so much as you have claimed. I think they deserve to know the truth and if the person loves you, you would be forgiven." Gina told Carlos plainly. "What if what you did could not be forgiven?" Carlos asked. "It's not true because forgiveness is a choice but what's important is that they know the truth and that you didn't lie to them, you honored them with your honesty even if the truth hurt. Hold on. What exactly is this about?" Gina asked her son as she rubbed the nape of her neck nicely. "Mother, you didn't raise me to be a liar and I don't want to keep on fooling myself and the person I love the most in this life." Carlos had
"You don't know what Carlos is going through right now. We don't know how long things have been hard for him since you both got together but it doesn't mean that he can leave without you in this life!" Eleanor told her sister who had trudged into her room to discuss some issue. "Eleanor, Carlos has been patient with me for the past six years and maybe he is giving up on us because of the pain he feels. I didn't even notice that I was hurting my own husband," Miriam said gloomily."It's really like that, couples sometimes don't understand each other but what is important is that you both love each other and you should make sure to show him that, you should show him that you can't do without him in your life," Eleanor told her. "But he already knows that," Miriam said getting up from the bed before trudging to the window side. She pushed her hair behind before rubbing her arms together as the light from the moon illuminated her face. "I know that your husband knows but does he feel i
She held her breath, her skin warmer under every of his touch as she glared at him while taking her gaze off. His expression changed as his hands got closer to Miriam's erected nipple, when his hand finally inched its way up to her nipples! He slightly grazed his thumb over it as his eyes stared into hers. The fire that had grown in his eyes burned into hers. He kissed her again, his tongue tangling with hers as his hand came back up to her face, brushing her hair out of her eyes. Through the haze, Miriam saw him get up, and she could feel his arms slide under her, he gently picked her up. Her eyes seemed locked to his as he gently twirled around before placing her carefully on the bed. He knelt down on the bed next to her before taking his shirt off and throwing it across the room, he grabbed her hands. Miriam giggled almost feeling shy as his eyes swept over her body as he unbuttoned his trousers, another low groan escaping those beautiful lips of his. Carlos was soon done, he cr
Miriam had gotten home to notice her sister and friend watching the news. "You are here Miriam," Doris said the moment she noticed her friend. "Hey," Eleanor simply said."I'm glad that you are home because Carlos has just been arrested by the police!" She blurted out while Miriam gaze was fixed to the television. Miriam's heart skipped a beat as she turned her attention to the television. The news anchor's voice filled the room, reporting on the arrest of Carlos, a name she recognized so well. The screen displayed footage of a man being led away in handcuffs by police officers."I honestly had no idea that he would be handcuffed in front of everybody," Miriam said, a little bit guilty. Miriam's voice trembled as she spoke, the weight of the situation sinking in. "Well, I think that's good. That way, other criminals like him would know exactly what would happen to them when they do similar things." Doris said with no remorse.Miriam nodded slowly, her mind racing with a mix of e
While Carlos was being taken to the station, the media wouldn't stop at no chance but to get a video of him. Carlos's mother, in a state of distress, had immediately reached out to the biggest lawyer she knew as soon as Carlos was being taken to the station. She understood the gravity of the situation and wanted to ensure that Carlos received the best legal representation possible.The lawyer, renowned for their expertise and reputation, agreed to meet Carlos and his mother at the police station. As they arrived, the media swarmed around them, eager to capture any glimpse or statement from Carlos. Reporters and cameraman jostled for positions, trying to get the perfect shot or interview.The lawyer, well-versed in handling high-profile cases, guided Carlos and his mother through the chaotic scene, shielding them from the intrusive media.They swiftly made their way into the station, where they could discuss the details of the case in a more private setting."Attorney, what are we
Meanwhile, Gina and her son walked inside the company, they discussed. "I thought that you weren't joining the press conference?" Gina questioned while she held her expensive purse tightly. Carlos looked up at her with a serious expression. "I just thought that it was best I keep myself busy because it takes my mind off Miriam." He replied. "By the way, regarding your court case. You don't have to worry about it because I promise to do everything for the court to dismiss your case, okay?" Gina told her son. Carlos nodded, a mixture of gratitude and worry on his face. "Thanks, Mom. I appreciate your support, but I can't shake off the feeling that things might not go as smoothly as we hope. The evidence against me seems pretty strong."Gina sighed and placed a reassuring hand on Carlos's shoulder. "I understand your concerns, Carlos. But we have a good legal team working on your case, and I trust that they'll do everything they can to prove your innocence. We'll fight this together,
After leaving Miriam's apartment, Carlos couldn't go back home. He had driven to the bar to drink his pains away.Carlos sat in his car with his friend, parked outside the bar, feeling a mix of emotions after leaving Miriam's apartment. He had hoped for a different outcome, but the conversation he had with his son had left him with a heavy heart. Unable to face the solitude of his empty home, he sought solace in the familiar comfort of the bar.As he stepped out of the car, the cool night air enveloped him, causing him to shiver slightly. With a deep sigh, he walked towards the entrance with Jeffrey beside him, the dimly lit sign above casting a faint glow on the pavement. The sound of laughter and music seeped through the door, a stark contrast to the somberness that weighed on his mind.Pushing open the heavy wooden door, Carlos entered the bar and was immediately greeted by a wave of noise and the scent of alcohol. The room was filled with customers engaged in energetic conversa
It was late at night but Carlos didn't mind as he drove to Miriam's apartment with his friend Jeffery tagging along. The streets were quiet and the city lights cast a dim glow on the deserted sidewalks."Carlos, hey, it's late!" Jeffery said the moment they arrived in front of Miriam's apartment."Miriam might think you are here to kidnap Henry!" Jeffery added and Carlos would have chuckled at his statement if things were alright. "I just want to see Henry and not cause trouble!" Carlos said. He glanced at Jeffery, who was looking slightly worried."I understand your concern, Jeffery," Carlos replied, trying to reassure his friend. "But you know how much Henry means to me." Carlos added.Jeffery nodded reluctantly, understanding the depth of Carlos's feelings for his son. "I get it, man. We can do this tomorrow. Why don't we go home and come back!" Jeffrey said.Carlos hesitated for a moment, torn between his eagerness to see his son and Jeffery's valid concerns. He knew Jeffery was
“Doris, please take care of Henry while I’m away. Okay!” Miriam said, grabbing her bag to leave the house.“Sure, I would make sure that he gets his bath,” Doris said but their little discussion was interrupted when Eleanor walked inside followed by Christian and the lawyer. “Miriam, you have got a guest,” Eleanor informed her sister before she could leave. “Miriam, Carlos had done something through a high source of justice!” Christian voiced.“And what’s that?” Miriam asked.“Based on everything that the lawyer had gotten from the court, it says that Carlos has already admitted the incident to you and that you have forgiven him before you even got married!” Christian voiced out and that had left Miriam’s mouth to hang open. “But that’s not true, he merely even told me that he was the one who had violated me. Oh my Goodness!” Miriam said, rubbing her forehead. “That’s a great defense!” Christian voiced out.“Your ex-husband is such a liar,” Doris said, wiggling her head in shame.
Christian was presently in Doris’ house, he had engaged his men in creating a surprise for Miriam. Everywhere seemed decorated with balloons and expensive flowers. “Are you ready?” Christian asked his men. “Yes sir,” they both responded while wiping their hands with napkins.“Miriam would be here, are your hand's clean guys?” Christian asked them both.“Yes, of course, sir!” They responded yet again. “Okay good,” he said. “Oh wow,” The voice of Doris came the moment they walked towards the decorated area. “What is that?” Doris said all happy and cheerful.“I can’t believe this,” she kept saying while Miriam and her sister trudged from behind. “What have you gotten for us, oh wow!” Doris exclaimed in surprise. “Isn’t this too much for us, can I have some?” Doris asked, staring at the variety of food.“Sure!” The men answered. “What’s this for Christian?” Miriam questioned the moment they were both facing each other.“I heard that your marriage to Carlos has just been annulled,
Carlos was staring at the family portrait in his hands when one of the workers at his home approached him. “Mr. Carlos, someone is here...” she was going to say but the presence of Eleanor had caught her short. “Eleanor?” Carlos simply said. “I came here to talk to you Carlos because I love my sister and my nephew so much!” Eleanor said.“I have a favor to ask!” She said, “Do you know what, Carlos? Every time I look at Henry, I feel very bad to know that he is suffering, and I feel hurt as well when I see that my sister is hurting deep inside,” Eleanor uttered.“I honestly don't want her to hurt,” Carlos said.“Is that so? Then I think that you should probably give her what she wants, you should cooperate with Miriam so that the annulment of your marriage would become quicker!” Eleanor said,“But I don't want to lose my family!” Carlos said confidently. “We all know that the court would soon annul your marriage but that doesn't mean that you won't see my sister or Henry ever again
Carlos was at Doris’ residence and no matter how much he explained to Doris, she just wasn't accepting.“You are truly just persistent, I have told you countless times that Miriam isn't here!” Doris said.“But Doris, she had called me on the phone because she wanted to talk to me,” Carlos informed her.“I don't know what you are talking about but I think it would be better if you just leave now and leave my friend alone!” Doris told him harshly but Eleanor had approached them at that very moment. “Doris, I think that's enough. We both know that Miriam truly wants to talk to him!” Eleanor voiced.“You know what, you are the only one who is okay with what Miriam wants!” Doris said, she slowly rolled her eyes at Carlos before walking away.“Daddy?” the little boy called in happiness before running to engulf Carlos in a hug. “Daddy, is it true that you and mother would finally get to talk?” the little boy asked with a widened smile.“Yes, Henry but your mother is not home right now!” Ca