SARAHI sat still, unable to move, not because of anything but because of what I watched on the news. I have been whipped, lashed with this reality, that felt like a betrayal, a slap in the face. I clenched my fists, feeling the urge to break something.The memories flooded back – the late nights spent talking about our future, the dreams we shared, and the plans we made. Not once did he mention being a father. Was it all a lie? How could he keep such a significant part of his life hidden from me? I stood up abruptly, knocking over the coffee mug at my feet in the process. The hot liquid spilt onto the rug, soaking into it quickly, but I didn't care. My anger consumed me as I stormed around the room, knocking over books and smashing picture frames against the wall. Each crash brought temporary relief from the pain and betrayal that coursed through me. The shards of glass scattered across the floor mirrored the shattered pieces of my heart. How could Tyler deceive me like this? Did he
BOOKERI stood in the lobby waiting for Tyler to return from his phone call while wondering what was so important he couldn't take the call in my presence. My mind searched for answers, was there another crisis? Or was he about to do something to create one? I couldn't quite put it all together, but feeling safe had gone down to the bottom of my list these days. Everything was suspiciousThe door swung open revealing a strange woman who attracted my attention. "Tyler, baby boy, I'm..." She paused and stood still for quite a while and there was shock written all over her face. Confusion was beyond me, I had never seen this face in all my years in earth and here she was barging rightfully into Tyler's house about to utter what I imagined to be sweet words.The shocked look on her face soon turned into that of anger and bitterness and for some reason I couldn't fathom, I stood there watching her with growing curiosity each second. What was it about her that attracted me? I didn't know an
THEAI must have been sitting for almost thirty minutes when the strong stench of blood started to etch its way into my nose. It was then I realised the blood hadn't been scrubbed off, perhaps it was because I was used to having the servants do everything. Fortunately, they weren't around now to witness the horror that took place and unfortunately, this meant I had to do the cleaning by myself."Ugh" I groaned dreading the long walk from the lobby to the kitchen. Whatever Tyler was on when he decided to build such a big house, I needed it now. I just couldn't understand why it took almost ten minutes just to make my way to the kitchen.I walked slowly, each step heavier than the last. I was drained, all my energy must have gone into slamming the vase on her head. Getting into the kitchen, I grabbed a bundle of toilet paper, some wash soap, a towel and a bucket.Walking out of the kitchen, I thought about what would happen if Sarah had actually died. Would I still feel the same way I f
THEA"Welcome to today's edition of the news at noon. Here's our top stories...""Damn!" I cursed silently and switched off the TV, returning to the couch I've been sitting on all day. Even though the paparazzi were about half a mile away from the main house in front of Tyler's gate, worry consumed me. My mind was filled with a whirlwind of thoughts, ranging from work-related stress to the ever-present reminder that Tyler, had told the whole world that he was Lily's father. Paparazzi were everywhere, even in his own house but the distance from the gate to the house was far enough not to hear their voices.Work was piling up, I needed to see to some things. The paparazzi had swarmed outside Tyler's house, making it impossible for me to leave without attracting unwanted attention. I needed to get some essentials for Lily and myself, but I couldn't risk stepping out into the chaos outside and getting chewed up. Lily couldn't go to school and the constant presence of those people outside i
THEA"Didn't you hear me? Mummy, there's blood on Tyler's neck."As Lily asked that question again, I watched as her eyes widened in shock at the sight of blood on Tyler's neck and she reached up to touch it. Panic immediately set in, and without thinking, I blurted out, "It's just jam!" With that, Lily's little finger stopped in mid-air and she looked at Tyler.Tyler quickly caught on and played along, "Ah, yes, jam. I need to clean it up now, Lily, I'll be right back." He said and got up.I smiled awkwardly as he left and was glad that Lily bought the lie. But deep down in me, I knew this was more than just a simple accident. It was another reminder of the chaos that had consumed our lives lately. The constant presence of paparazzi, their cameras flashing everywhere we went, had taken its toll on all of us. And now Lily was being pulled into it all too and damn, I've thought of this over and over again and it's not worth it anymore and I feel so tired.I couldn't help but feel the r
THEAA loud bang made me stir, it came again and I still thought it was from my dream until it came again and I woke up to the sound of the doorbell ringing. My eyes flew open and I sat up, The sound came for the fourth time and my heart skipped a beat. It was early in the morning, and I couldn't help but feel a sense of unease. Without wanting to, the events of yesterday came to my mind, they were still fresh, and I couldn't shake off the feeling of worry. I glanced at the clock on the bedside table, realizing it was much too early for any visitor. Lily stirred beside me. She must have been woken up by the noise as well. Tyler was up too, his hair mussed and his face more handsome than ever. Even in this state of worry, I couldn’t help but admire his handsomeness. I couldn't help but be captivated as I watched him rack a hand over his luxurious hair. The way the tousled hair fell gently over his forehead, and the peaceful expression on his face made my heart skip a beat. His eyes sl
Tyler’s povThe officer eyed me with a suspicious glint in his eyes as he showed me a piece of glass and presented Sarah’s hand bag to me.It was clear they were suspicious of what had occurred here and with the bad press surrounding me right now, I couldn’t fault them for it. I’d be suspicious too if I was a detective. “Yes that’s Sara’s bag and yes was here. I had invited her over for dinner to talk about business but unfortunately she slipped and fell on her way to the kitchen and had knocked over a vase, you see my daughter had spilled water on the floor and had forgotten to clean it up.” I could feel Booker’s eyes on me and her hands holding on to me like her life depended on it. I put my hands around her, unconcerned whether or not the officer’s would be suspicious, I could bear to see her like that.The officer on the other hand seemed satisfied with my answer, in fact he looked like he didn’t want to be here any more than I did.“Oh, I understand, I have daught
The officer eyed me with a suspicious glint in his eyes as he showed me a piece of glass and presented Sarah’s hand bag to me.It was clear they were suspicious of what had occurred here and with the bad press surrounding me right now, I couldn’t fault them for it. I’d be suspicious too if I were a detective.“Yes, that’s Sarah's bag and yes she was here. I invited her over for dinner to talk about business but unfortunately she slipped and fell on her way to the kitchen and knocked over a vase, you see my daughter had spilled water on the floor and had forgotten to clean it up.” I explained to them in the calmest voice I could muster.I could feel Booker’s eyes on me and her hands holding on to me in a vice grip that I was sure she was going to leave bruises.Without thinking, I wrapped my hands around her and drew her closer to me, unconcerned whether or not the officer’s would be suspicious.The officer seemed satisfied with my answer, in fact he looked like he didn’t want to be her