Sarah pov So there I was, downstairs, totally lost in my fun time with Bryan when the doorbell decided to crash our party. Bryan paused his giggles and shot me a look. "Mom, someone’s at the door," he said, eyes glued to the entrance. I frowned and let out a loud hiss, not that I was expecting any visitors. "Come on, let’s focus on our fun! Let them keep knocking; I’m not waiting for anyone..." But before I could finish my thought, the knocking got louder, practically screaming for attention. "Who's there?" I called out, trying to keep my cool as I released Bryan's leg and strolled toward the door. Bryan piped up, "Mom, you look all serious! Smile! It could be someone you know!" I managed a smile back, but honestly, surprise visits are not my jam, especially from that annoying Lana. As I reached the door, I silently growled, then swung it open, my jaw dropping at the sight before me. It was rare and downright creepy. "Betty?" "Sarah? Babygirl, stop acting like a scaredy-cat a
Betty pov Happiness is totally free at Donovan's mansion, and let me tell you, Sarah has been living the high life ever since she snagged him. Newsflash: he was mine before she swooped in with her sneaky little ways. So there I was, rocking my bikini bottom, soaking up the sun by the pool on the very day I decided to drop by. Honestly, Sarah's sad puppy eyes and her dramatic sniffles just make me want to roll my eyes and throw a punch. But hey, I had to keep it cute and play nice while I figured out my next move. I flashed a smile at the sun, shades on, feeling fabulous. Just then, I heard the gate creaking open. Someone was definitely coming in, and I had a hunch it was Donovan. Oh, he’s going to be so shocked to see me! As the footsteps drew near, I adjusted my sunglasses and struck a pose that would make any runway model jealous. The moment Donovan's deep voice hit my ears, I felt a little spark of excitement. "Betty? What are you doing here?" he asked his tone a delightful m
Sarah pov. Whoa there! Bryan better keep Lana's name out of this crazy lady's mouth! I thought as I scooped up my little guy like he was a precious treasure. He shot me a look, his brows all scrunched up. "Mom, I'm not a baby anymore! I'm six! You need to carry me like a pro," he said in a low voice, clearly trying to throw some sass my way. I couldn't help but chuckle, my eyes darting to Betty, who looked utterly baffled. But who cares? I’d go to the ends of the earth to protect my family—even if it meant taking out this chatterbox! I thought as I hugged my kiddo tight. "Sarah, that kid seems to have something on his mind. Does he know Lana?" she asked, and Donovan shot me a look, scoffed, and strutted off, leaving me to deal with the drama queen solo. "Not your concern, Betty," I shot back, leaving her to stew in her thoughts. I trudged upstairs with Bryan, letting out a heavy sigh. As we reached his room, I glanced out at the balcony, my ears picking up some ruckus from below.
Lana pov I must have sounded like a total clown when I told Sarah I wanted her kid to spend the holidays at my place. Honestly, it was a struggle to even admit it, especially since he clearly wanted to come with me, but his mom was just digging in her heels. Whatever, her opinion doesn’t matter to me anymore—Caroline’s DNA drama is starting to make a lot of sense, and I’m taking charge of this situation. I looked at the kid, his eyes all puffy and red from crying, and it was obvious he wanted to be with me. But with Sarah playing the overprotective mom, I’m betting she’s not going to let that happen. “Sarah, I’m not trying to stir the pot here, but I owe you an apology for any chaos I might have caused earlier. Can you please let me take Bryan for a bit? I really think he’s amazing and just want to spend some time with him,” I said, keeping my cool. The room was dead silent, except for this random lady in a bikini who looked like she was having the time of her life when I walked in.
Caroline pov ‘What do you mean Donovan has a grandmother? That's hilarious! I can’t even wrap my head around this ridiculous news.” I said hoarsely, pacing back and forth like a caged animal. “Seriously, what is Lana trying to spill? It’s odd for that little boy to be spinning tales.” I shot a glance at him, completely absorbed in his video game on Lana's phone, his eyes glued to the screen. Lana was too busy grinning at him to notice my restless pacing. “Lana? Are you even hearing me? Good grief!” She snapped her head around, eyes wide like she had just seen a ghost. “What’s the drama, Caroline? You just hollered my name like we’re in some Wild West showdown. What’s up?” “Come on,” I called softly, but she just frowned and shrugged. “I can’t stand it when you’re being so nonsensical, Caroline.” “Oh, I’m about to make perfect sense, Lana.” She was still lounging on the couch when I lunged at her, grabbed her hands, and yanked her up. “Let go! I need to knock some sense into th
Sarah pov I rummaged through Donovan's closet, sifting through his shirts and shorts, searching for my wedding ring. I couldn't recall which piece of clothing I had placed it in, but I was certain about what I was looking for. "Donovan, did you take my wedding ring from your suit? Donovan?" I called out, but there was no answer. He had been in the bathroom when I started my search, and now he was silent. I looked up, trying to figure out where he could have gone in such a short time. My thoughts immediately turned to Bryan; Donovan had mentioned checking on him before his shower. Later that day, after Lana took Bryan, I couldn't shake my worries. At 10 PM, I grabbed my car keys and drove to Lana's mansion to retrieve my son. As I stepped out of the room and into the corridor, I scanned the area. "Donovan? Are you there?" I asked softly, my voice barely audible. I decided to check on Bryan's room. As I approached Bryan's room, a mix of excitement and dread surged through me.
Lana pov I realized I needed to clarify to the board of trustees that I wouldn't make any decisions without a brief meeting with Donavon's company. It's exhausting to keep running into my ex-husband; whether at the mall or in my office, it feels inevitable. I sighed, my heart racing at the thought of what to do next. The weight of everything that had happened in the past few days was almost too much to bear. It hurts so much that I don’t have a child to look after, and I’m indifferent to what others think. I will announce to the media that I want my child; the orphanage must be informed through this announcement. I took a deep breath, trying to steady myself, but my thoughts were racing. The idea of facing Donavon again, along with the pressure of the upcoming board meeting, was too much. Our divorce had been tumultuous, and the pain still felt raw. Each encounter with him was like reopening an old wound. As I sat at my desk, attempting to organize my thoughts, Mr. Jan knocked on
Lana POV Who sent me this box? Mr. Jan, who had brought it in, stood there in disbelief, staring at me. I held the letter tightly, turning to send him away. "Mr. Jan, you can leave now; I’ll handle it from here," I said with a smile that didn’t quite reach my eyes, feeling the weight of the anonymous letter. "That's fine, Mrs. Lana. I'll be at the reception if you need anything," he replied. "Of course, Mr. Jan. I need to get home and prepare for the evening," I said with a weak chuckle, adjusting my handbag and slinging it over my shoulder. I sighed, looking at him. "I have to get home; Caroline and I are spending the night together, and she’ll be furious if she finds out there’s no food." We both laughed as I finished explaining things to him. "No problem, Mrs. Lana." Once Mr. Jan left, I couldn’t shake the feeling of anxiety. The note loomed large in my thoughts. Who could have sent it? I slipped the note into my pocket and headed out of the office, my mind racing. As I drov