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The Deal Breaker Nine
Luke put his jacket back on and got out of the van. The driver waited for James, Portia and Luna to get out so he could drive the van to the garage.James was carrying Portia, who was asleep, and Luna was carrying her coat. It wasn't very late, it was almost six o'clock and the little girl was taking a short nap.As they entered, James laid his daughter down on the large living room couch and took off his coat.Luna looked at him seriously.-Do you want me to take her to her room? -She asked, looking at him intently. James snorted.-It's pretty much the same thing, she'll be fine.-No. It's not. Upstairs she has a comfortable bed, here.... It's fine.-This couch is extremely comfortable.- And your bed? - she asked.-Of course it is. It's one of the best. Portia needs a place to sleep peacefully. Because of her health condition, she's had to rest and be comfortable on more than one occasion.-Then she won't want to go to her room? -Luna said.James slowly turned around.-I'm sensing a
Last Updated : 2024-08-31The Deal Breaker Ten
Luna laughed with Portia as she just guffawed. She was a cute little girl.James wasn't out of work yet, even though it was twenty minutes away and the little girl wasn't ready yet.-Okay, princess, how about we go get you ready so when your daddy comes we can go to the doctor?Portia nodded.-Okay. - She said and stood up with a big smile on her face- But I don't want to go to the doctor.-Why not?-It's boring. I want to go to the circus. -she said smiling. Luna smiled. She remembered what James told her.-Baby, I can't tell you anything. When your father arrives, you'll ask him. Well?-Why?-Well, he's your dad and he wants to take care of you. We can't not listen to him. Besides, you'll get me in trouble. -she said and smiled.-Okay. I'll wait for Dad. - She ducked her head.Sometimes she thought about how much she'd like to start her own family, to have a nice house, not too big, not too small.Luna dressed Portia in a T-shirt of her favorite character, a black jogging suit, snea
Last Updated : 2024-08-31The Deal Breaker Eleven
Portia had been vomiting and bleeding from her nose all night. Her father had done nothing but worry, and that made her nerves more nervous, so she was more irritable.Rose had quickly gone with Luke to buy everything she needed for the girl, and Luke and Luna had been left in charge of her. The night seemed to go on forever.-Okay, stay here. It's okay. I'll go downstairs and come back, okay? -James asked. Portia nodded.He gave Luna a quick, serious look that showed he was overly concerned. He quickly left the room and Portia stared at the ceiling.- Will it be like last time? - she asked.- I don't know. What was it like last time? -She asked, looking at the clock. Five o'clock in the morning.-There were a lot of doctors, and my arm hurt. My body hurt too, and I couldn't walk. -she sighed. Luna felt sorry.-Really? Well, I don't think so this time. -She said trying to calm the little girl down. She smiled.-Will you stay with me?-Of course, I'll be here as long as you need.- I d
Last Updated : 2024-08-31The Deal Breaker Twelve
James was walking quickly into the office. And that familiar woman was standing in front of the door.He turned around and a smile came across his face.-You're a little late. Did the babysitter make you late? -she said mockingly. James gave her a poison look.-I don't think it's in your best interest.-Come on, Drew, it's not. Do you really think you'll ever get over her?- I beg your pardon?-Well, let's stop talking about her. We need to talk and you know it.James walked into his office and made sure the door was locked. He couldn't handle the situation.-You're making my life miserable. You can't come near my house, don't send letters, don't come near me.- That's what happens when things get out of hand. It's a painful lesson.-I've been getting nervous all these days. What do you expect me to do? I can't hide this.She laughed,-But you don't have a choice. You know that.- It's in the past! - he shouted. The woman became elated. - What the fuck do I have to do to make you let
Last Updated : 2024-08-31The Deal Breaker Thirteen
His hand moved rapidly as he tried to formulate as many words as possible.James listened without really hearing anything and watched his hands with scattered thoughts.-Well, fuck, won't you answer me a fucking question?-No - he answered.Peter snorted angrily. He grabbed his coat and started to put it on. He stopped short.- Sometimes you have to ask for help, James. You shouldn't hide everything.- Nothing's wrong, don't worry. Besides, do you think I'd be calm if my life or Portia's were in danger?- Of course you would, I know you. You can fool Rose, Luna, Portia, but not me. Besides, do you think I'm going to buy the story that that woman made peace again? I guess you don't remember that I was there during all that shit too.- Then you know I can take care of myself and I wouldn't let anything happen to Portia for the world. Don't be incredulous.James ducked his head, placed both hands on his face and for a moment as he closed his eyes, he felt tired. He ignored the feeling an
Last Updated : 2024-08-31The Deal Breaker Fourteen
-Good morning - James said as he strided into his office.Several responded respectfully to his greeting. He was tired of doing the same thing day in and day out in the office. Sometimes he missed his old life.He sat back in his chair and pulled his phone out of his pocket. Several flashes were coming out of it.He snorted. Portia had been playing with a glitter applicator last night, that applicator had been a gift from Luna, causing Portia to spend the last two weeks putting glitter on everything she saw.Now his phone had too much glitter all over the back, pink and purple. A color combination he wasn't too fond of.He looked up at the large window of his office. The big blue sky caused a little pressure on his eyes. It was a sunny day.His cell phone rang. It was an unknown number.-James bexell, who is this? -he answered as he took small steps.- Luna's boyfriend? - he heard through the line.He stopped quickly.- Yes? Can I help you?-Yes, Samuel Atkings. May I ask what kind of
Last Updated : 2024-08-31The Deal Breaker Fifteen
He walked to the door, and felt that delicious aroma. As he entered, he noticed how quiet the house was.The smell of cookies made James's mouth turn to water quickly.He left the car keys in a small carved wooden box on the table and took off his coat. He needed to be comfortable.He climbed the stairs as he took off his tie. There were no noises or signs of anyone in the house. So, maybe they were shopping or had gone out.He had lost his distrust weeks ago. He knew he could trust Luna, she would take good care of Portia and had proven that to him perfectly. Therefore, the rules had been watered down a bit.He went into his room and left his shirt on the bed. He went straight to the bathroom and turned on the shower. He wanted to take a bath, relax, get downstairs, be with Portia and eat whatever that aroma was wafting.He stepped into the shower after he had undressed completely. He started to think about it. It was time to do it.What was going on? He could make excuses, but he co
Last Updated : 2024-08-31The Deal Breaker Sixteen
- I'm not sure which...-THIS!- Portia shouted.James walked up to her and looked where she was pointing.-Again? You've seen it over a hundred times. -he exaggerated.-But I want that one.-But you've already seen it.....-I thought Portia would choose, didn't you said she would choose? - said Luna.-She's already seen it - James repeated. Portia looked at him angrily.- You always watch scary shows, and I never tell you anything- Portia challenged.-Scary? - Luna asked.- Criminal cases. -James answered seriously as he watched the movies.-Oh, good.-Well, do you choose that one? - he asked looking at his daughter. She nodded.Rose appeared through a doorway carrying a large pot of popcorn, set it on the small table in the living room, and then hurried out. Within seconds, she returned.-You like lemon soda, don't you? - James asked, looking at Luna.-Oh yes, of course. - she smiled. James didn't smile back. He just looked back to where he was before.-Okay, honey, I'm going to go
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The Deal Breaker Thirty one (season finale)
Luna was packing her bag as anguish gripped her body. She didn't want to leave, didn't want to, but she knew James wouldn't let her go with him.Portia was still sleeping and her heart shrank at the thought of not being able to say goodbye to her. According to James, he wouldn't have to be gone too long as he planned to end the whole situation in less than a day, if there was a chance.The house was going to be monitored and his phone was going to be tracked. It was not easy to get through to the owner of an unknown line, but he could not find any other option than that to reach Angelica. He hadn't heard from her since she had left her job at the office.*"I told you not to yell at me, you little bastard!" she yelled as she hit Michael. He sighed in pain."Please!" the young man begged."Where's my money? I don't see it anywhere. You have three seconds. Speak." commanded James."Please...My..."He fired.Angelica appeared and wearing latex gloves opened a dresser drawer. From it, she
The Deal Breaker Thirty
James's house was no longer the mess it had been when he had left. Portia had been watching the window for several minutes as she couldn't wait for her father to arrive. She was a born party lover and wasted no opportunity to exploit the situation to the fullest.Luna, meanwhile, was distracted by her computer in the kitchen. Clare had been telling her a couple of anecdotes about Mitchell and he sounded like a completely unusual man. James had told her that in his teenage years he had become one of her main father figures. After all, his father had died and Mitchell was the only one who had been there for him without wanting to sabotage him.He was writing an email to his mother when his phone vibrated. He ignored it for a few seconds but then it did again. He looked at it quickly and the unusual message caught his attention.He picked up the phone and read. What?"See you soon, Luna. You can't keep me away if I don't go alone."He chose to ignore it and with a distorted mind, left it
The Deal Breaker Twenty nine
- Come on, come on. Where's Portia? - James asked, looking at his mother. She looked at him wearily.- She's with Luna. Can't you hear me? - she answered and went into her son's house.-It's getting late, I have to pick up Iris and it's a long way to the castle. -He said as he followed his mother. When he entered, he sat down on the sofa.-Calm down a little, there is still a long way to go before the ceremony begins. - she answered, trying to calm her son down.He was hysterical. The house was in complete disarray. Rose was not there, her mother had woken up at some crazy time in the morning and then had spent an enormous amount of hours getting ready.-What's taking so long? -he asked wearily.His mother snorted.-Go get Iris and then come back for us.James looked at her for a few seconds.- Okay, but can you please be ready for me when I get there?Clare, his mother, watched him walk away as he left the house. Her son was more nervous than usual.He had recently confessed to her h
The Deal Breaker Twenty eight
James watched as his daughter was covered by a large white cloth."Portia, please, no.....""Sir, you must step away." requested the man covered in that white smock he hated so much. James began to gasp."You can't take me away from her." he shouted and ran to the girl's body. He slowly uncovered Portia.Her face was white and cold. Hair fell delicately down the sides of the girl's face that had once been full of life. He looked at her with despair."Portia, please..."She sobbed uncontrollably as a giant pain shattered her heart.She was dead.-James stood up with his breath hitching. His chest was rising and falling rapidly, as tears streamed from his eyes like waterfalls.He looked around carefully, he began to calm down. She was in her room, it had all been a dream.-James? -asked a voice behind him. He jumped. It was Luna.He remembered everything that had happened the night before in a second.He looked at her carefully, she was only covered by the thin blue sheet fabric, her h
The Deal Breaker Twenty seven
James looked at Collin with boredom. The guy kept talking about his stupid engagement, about how much money he'd spent on his car, about everything he did. He was a total idiot. He just wanted to go home. To be honest, he never liked those kinds of events. He only attended because Edward had invited him, the others, he hardly ever went to.The dinner went on like that: Collin, Collin, questions about his father, questions about his work, Collin, awkward questions about Sarah, and finally, Edward's extensive stories.After an hour, it was finally time to go home. What could I do?Portia was gone, Rose was gone, and Luna was mad at him. What would he do? Surely he would have to go in quietly, and go to sleep. And he didn't want to sleep. Shit, he didn't want to.Edward was at the door dismissing each of his guests.James walked toward her.-Hey, James! Thanks for coming, really. - smiled Edward.-No need, it's been my pleasure.-How is Portia?-She's perfect, her health has been impecca
The Deal Breaker Twenty six
James looked at Collin as he continued to talk about his engagement and how happy he was about it. He was looking at him with tremendous seriousness, while Collin was looking at him menacingly and rubbing his nose in every one of his personal victories.-And I mean, I plan on getting married later this year, don't I Jessica? -he asked the young woman sitting next to him. She looked at him with a smile.-Of course, love.James made a disgusted face, unconsciously.-Is something wrong, Yorke? -asked Edward, another partner, amused. Everyone at the table turned to look at him.James laughed.-Nothing, I'm sorry. I mean, engagement is usually a great thing, isn't it? You know, that whole stage is usually filled with revelations about our lovers.- I agree. - Edward replied. - My mother always told me that if you get through the wedding process, you can get through anything.- Sure, I'm sure Collin can handle it, can't he? - he asked. Collin looked at him with fury in his eyes as he laughe
The Deal Breaker Twenty five
An incoming call from Peter startled James. He was falling asleep.-Hello," he answered curtly.-Hey, how are you feeling?-Fine. - he replied dryly. Peter laughed.- Good, take care of yourself, huh. Listen, I wanted to ask you if I could call Luna.- What? Why?- Well, if you don't have a problem I'd like to ask her if she'd like to come with me to Andrews' party.James looked at the floor in confusion. What?- No.-Why?-He's going with me.-Why is that?- Well, I asked him.- Well, so you like him after all. I knew it.-No, don't be absurd. I can't go alone, and I wouldn't put up with another smug date. Besides, I know Luna, it'll be interesting.- You don't think she might misinterpret the invitation?-How?- Well, you know...it could happen.- No, Luna wouldn't believe that. Besides...no.It felt absurd to say that. Of course, she might misinterpret the invitation after the scene they'd made in her room. She preferred to avoid that part of the story.-What about you?- I'm not i
The Deal Breaker Twenty four
James was in the front.-I could drive - he exclaimed angrily.-No, you can't. I think the doctor clearly explained that you couldn't overexert yourself.-What does that matter?-No, you won't.-Yes, I will. - he answered looking at her even more angry.-Would you rather do what you want and be physically unhealthy or take care of yourself for a while and be fine? - she scolded him.- Don't put me in a bad mood. - he said in a whisper.-Now, shut your mouth! - he exclaimed.-I don't know why I let you talk to me like that. - he complained.-I don't either, honestly. I don't dislike it, though.-Ah, well, do you like it? For what reason, may I ask? - he asked looking at her intently. She took a breath.-Because it helps you realize that you're not the boss of everyone.-I don't think I'm the boss of everyone, it's something totally different. - he defended himself.-You give orders and expect everyone to obey you," he growled.-And what do you want? I was raised this way, I can't chang
The Deal Breaker Twenty three
Sarah looked at James neutrally. He just kept smiling."Why is it that every time I'm with you, you smile?" she asked."Because I'm happy when I see you back."Sarah laughed."I'm afraid you won't see me anymore." she expressed kindly. James snorted."You're leaving again?""I never came back," she confessed as he stroked her cheek."And what is this really?"Sarah sighed."Let your soul be at ease. Please.""What do you mean?""It's time to move on. I'm with you and Portia. I'll always be there.""I...Sarah...""Do what you have to do." she smiled. Instantly, she started to walk away.No. No. He had to get her back. He tried to hold her but it was useless, her figure disappeared.And it was all over. James opened his eyes. Sweat was pouring down his forehead rapidly. His labored breathing made his chest ache and the tachycardia made his heart feel like a rock. He was hyperventilating. He tried to calm herself, though his fluttering heart prevented him from doing so.- Luna - he utter
