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Just then, mom entered the room, interrupting our conversation.“Why are you two smiling at eachother”, she spoke, her voice tingling with a hint of curiosity.“Auntie, we have good news”, Nora said as she pulled mom closer to us.“ What's going on?”she asked with a questioning look on her face.“You won't believe what just happened”, Nora replied as she tilted her head and gazed at me.“ Ooh, really, tell me Nora”, she said with a curious expression on her face.“Me and Emily are going to relocate to the city”.“Oh…”, she replied with a detached tone.As I looked at her, my mother’s face was a still pond, reflecting no ripples of concern. My eyes probed the depths of her soul, seeking a glimmer of emotion, but she displayed no visible reaction, revealing no emotional response.It didn't surprise me that she did not exhibit any visible distress upon hearing the news that i was leaving, i didn't think she would be all torn up about hearing such news but i still hoped.Despite my ration
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After a long drive we were finally in the big city of Elyria. Never in my life had I ever seen such bright lights and so many people gathered in one place. The bright and vibrant energy surrounded me,this was very different from the quiet and peaceful life I left behind. The towering skyscrapers seemed to stretch on forever, I could see the reflections glinting in the polished glasses and steel that was all along the city streets. As I stepped out of the taxi, I felt a thrill of excitement mixed with a dash of fear. The cool night air hit me as I looked up at the tall building that was in front of us. I stood there for a moment taking it all in. “This is the city that is going to be my home”, I whispered to myself. Coming to this city I only have one goal, “become successful and be the best mother to Mia” . I won't let my past define my future and that's a promise. “Emily…., we are here”, Nora interrupted my thoughts. Due to the fact that it was a long distance, we reached
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“Good morning Emily”. “Good morning too Nora”. “Am leaving for work, call me in case of anything, okay”, Nora said as she proceeded to leave. Later that evening, I decided to clear my mind with a walk. As I walked down the streets,I found myself in an unfamiliar area. I wandered the streets, growing more and more frustrated. “Help, help”, suddenly I heard a voice screaming. I looked around searching for where the voice was coming from, but couldn't trace anything. “Help, help”, the scream continued, this time more intense. My heart skipped a beat as the scream pierced the air. A wave of fear washed over me as I heard the desperate cry. I quickened my pace,driven by fear. The pathway was as quiet as a still pond, with no one walking around. As the screams continued, I noticed it was a kid's voice, this triggered my mind as I thought the kid may be in danger. I didn't want to involve myself in matters that didn't concern me but my mom guilt couldn't let me. I imagined i
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“Okay, thank you doctor”, voices whispered from a far, a soft hum. As I slowly opened my eyes, my gaze fell upon a stranger's face. My eyes locked onto the man and I was hit with a mix of emotions:fear, uncertainty and a hint of fascination. He was in his mid 30’s, stood around 6 feet tall, he wore a fitted white shirt, accentuating his toned physique. He seemed like the kind of person who could handle himself in any situation. My head was spinning, and I couldn't shake the feeling of confusion. I tried to recall what happened, but my thoughts were fuzzy and unclear. I tried to get up and sit, “ No mum, please don't”, he said as he laid his hands on me trying to put me back to a lying position. “Why am I here?”, I asked, voice full of curiosity. “You lost consciousness, that's why you were brought here, but don't worry, the doctors say it's nothing serious. You just need to have enough rest. he said. I didn't respond back, the room went silent for a minute. “My name is Liam G
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I swept my gaze across the room, searching for a familiar face. “Riley, are you here alone?”, I asked. “ No auntie, I am with my daddy, he went to receive a phone call”, she replied. “Riley!”, A voice called out. My eyes darted backward, It was Liam Grant. Compared to our previous encounter, He was impeccably dressed in tailored suits and designer accessories, his luxurious watch gleamed on his wrist, you could simply tell he was a wealthy man. As he reached at the table that Riley was seated on, his gaze lingered clearly in search of Riley, “Daddy… !”, Riley called out. He turned and his gaze fell on us, “Ooh Miss Emily”, he said as he moved closer to us. “Nice to meet you again”, he said as he stuck out his right hand for greeting. “Nice to meet you too”, I replied. “Ooh, I see you are not alone”, he said as he turned his gaze and looked at Mia. “ Who is this beautiful princess?”, he said as he smiled, his smile was captivating revealing a hint of mischief. Mia giggled, “My
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As we went on with our lunch, Liam continued to engage Mia and Riley in a conversation. The two girls were clearly entertained judging by the laughter and giggles they made. I watched how he effortlessly made the girls happy. Even if it was for a moment, I was glad to watch Mia happy. I was mesmerized at how Liam connected with my daughter even at their first introduction. I was surprised by his kindness and genuine interest in getting to know Mia, they were qualities I hadn't expected from someone I had just met. I felt good for his presence at that moment even if it was a chance encounter. I couldn't help but Wonder if everyone in the city was as kind-hearted as Liam. “Ladies, I hope you enjoyed”, Liam said as he wiped his mouth with a tissue. “ Thank you so much for the lunch Mr. Liam”. “You are welcome Miss Emily, I think we should leave now before we get late”, he said as he pushed back his chair from the table, his legs scraping against the floor as he rose from his seat.
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“Good evening Emily”, Nora was finally back home. “ Good evening too Nora, Welcome back”.“Thanks, so tell me, did you get for Mia a school”, Nora asked. “Nora, before I answer that, I have something to tell you, you won't believe what happened today”.“ Tell me, what happened “, Nora asked, with a voice full of curiosity. “ Last time I didn't get to tell you what happened to me. As I had gone out to town for a walk, I happened to save a girl who had been kidnapped by some goons”“Whaaaat… .! Emily, why are you telling me this now, did you get hurt in anyway”, Nora asked as she examined my body in search of any bruises. “No am fine, don't worry, and thats not all”.“So there is more”.“ Yes I met his father too, we ran into each other again today, and he treated us to lunch, Mia even made a new friend, Mia tell Auntie about your friend”.“Auntie Nora, I have my friend, she's called Riley”, Mia said excitedly. “ Riley, Oh! wow, that's such a nice name. Let me hope she was nice t
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Early Monday morning, after Mia was picked up for School. I had to go to the address that Mr Liam had given me, I wasn't familiar with the city therefore I decided to use a cab. Before I had ordered for one, a car parked at our doorstep, claiming Mr. Liam had sent them to take me to his residence. I had no choice but to go with them, “I think he remembered that I am unfamiliar with this city”, I murmured to myself as I entered the car. ************* As the car turned onto the driveway, before me stretched a breath taking mansion, the mansion's massive stone walls rose up, exuding an aura of luxury and refinement. It's stone facade growing warmly in the sunlight. My jaw dropped as the car drew closer to the mansion, I blinked, wondering if I was dreaming. My eyes widened further as I approached the mansions entrance, the mansion's entrance was a masterclass in understated elegance, with a simple yet imposing wooden door set into a beautifully proportioned stone surround. As I
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“What is it about Emily, why are you staring like that?”, Liam asked curiously.I stared into space for a moment, “Harrison really has the nerves”, I bit my teeth in anger as I spoke. Liam snatched the paper out of my hands, running his eyes through it. “This man is really crazy”, he uttered. How could he think of filing for Mia's custody after everything he has done”.“Harrison really has the nerves”, I exclaimed in dismay. “Even before Mia is well, what kind of father is he!”.“Don't worry Emily, how could he even think he can get Mia's custody, that will never happen, because I can never let him take Mia away from you”. Liam's voice laced with outrage as he spoke. “I am here for you Emily, you're not alone, and I will make sure you win this case, for that I promise”.I gazed at Liam in awe, wondering how he managed to maintain his kindness towards me, even after the hurt I had caused him in the past few days. I studied his face, searching for any sign of resentment but all I saw w
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“I think Mia is doing okay now, her condition is not life threatening, thank you Mia, for fighting hard”, the doctor said with a playful tone. “ Thank you so much doctor, nothing could have been possible without your help, but I have a request”, Liam spoke. “What is it Mr. Grant”.“I would like to take Mia home today, you can give me a nurse to stay over, I will cover all the bills”.“Okay Mr. Grant, as you say, let me go and complete the paperwork. I will be back in no time”.“Okay doctor, I will be waiting”.“Where do you think you're going, Emily?” Harrison said as soon as the doctor stepped out. “I am going home Sir, any problem”, I shot back. “I don't care where you go, you are not taking Mia with you”, his voice took on a sharper edge. I fiercely looked into his eyes, and smirked, as though what he just said was a joke. “Do you suffer from memory loss or what?”, I uttered. “Since when did you start loving Mia”.“Mia is my daughter, why wouldn't I love her”.I let out a low
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Harrison darted his gaze back and forth at Mia and me, “uhmm, what do you mean baby”, he stammered. “Exactly what you heard, I am my mother's daughter, only her's”, Mia said firmly, without a hint of fear in her voice. “Mia”, I hurriedly called her name, urgency in my voice. She slowly shifted her gaze towards me, “What is it mummy?, am I saying anything wrong”, she proceeded. “What kind of nonsense did you feed into my daughter”, Harrison said as he slowly moved his head, gazing into my direction, “I am the one talking to you, why are you looking at her”, Mia spoke confidently. I stared at Mia with an unrelenting gaze, astonished by the courage she had at just 10 years old. Her bold and daring attitude was way more than her age. As I watched the fearlessness in her eyes, tears pricked at the corner of my eyes as I wondered how much Mia had matured, even at such a young age. “Since when did you start talking to me like that dear, look I am your father”, Harrison c
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“Mia… Mia..!”I stammered, my heart was racing, making it hard to get my words out. “Yes mummy”, She proceeded. “Right from the time we were still with daddy, I always knew he didn't like us. But I didn't want to show it in front of you, I knew how much you indured everything for me, I couldn't shatter you by the fact that I knew anything”. As I listened to her, tears began to fall. But I was so absorbed in the moment, I couldn't wipe them away. I couldn't believe it was Mia who spilled out such thoughtful and mature words at such a young age. “Mia..!”, I murmured, as tears rolled down my cheeks. “I am a grown up woman now, please don't do anything wrong for my sake mama, especially not going back to Harrison”, her tone became more urgent as she spoke. “ Baby..! “, since when…… ?”, “Since the day I got you crying on the floor, even though you tried hiding it so well, I knew something was certainly wrong”. My gaze glued on her, my eyes fixed on her in utter disbelief. “Ba
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A warm smile spread across Mia's face as her eyes sparkled. Her face glowed with happiness, a look of pure delight flashed across her face. “Really mummy, she said excitedly”.“ Yes baby”, I replied as I smiled widely. “He is just out, he will be here any minute, I am sure you missed him so much”.“Yes mummy I… ..!”. Mia's words were cut short by a knock on the door. We both turned our gaze towards the door, “Hello Princess…!”It was Harrison. He steadily walked closer with his arms spread wide open ready for a hug. “I missed you so much my baby”, Harrison said as he gave Mia a hug. Tears started to well up in Mia's eyes as she hugged her father, she slowly pulled back, and wiped the tears that were threatening to fall. “What is it Mia?, why are you crying?”Harrison asked as he slowly wiped Mia's tears. Mia smiled amidst her sobs. “Nothing Dad, I just missed you”, she whispered. “I am here now baby, I will never leave you again love, I promise”.Tears of joy pricked at the corner o
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I stood still, staring at Nora as she disappeared into space. “I am not sorry”, I whispered, trying to convince myself. “ Don't you worry about anyone else, I am right here Emily”, Harrison said as he placed his hands on my shoulder. I flinched a bit, responding to his touch. “I am okay”, I whispered barely above my sobs. Suddenly the phone rang, it was Harrison's phone. His gaze flicked over the phone, then away, as if unsure what to do. “Excuse me Emily, let me take this call”. He said as he cupped his phone over the phone, muffling the conversation as he moved away. I hesitated and then slowly sat down as if unsure. I thought back to the fact that I had chose Harrison over Liam and Nora, my best friend, and the pain I had caused her by going back to Harrison. “I am sorry Nora, Please forgive me, but I had to do this, for Mia”, I whispered to myself, as tears flowed down uncontrollably. It was a difficult decision for me but I had to do it, for Mia. I had lost Nora's trust
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I stared at him with unrelenting focus. “Why are you staring at me like that Emily”, he asked, confusion etched on his face. “I need to make some things clear to you, before you get your expectations high”, I stated, my voice low and serious. “I am only getting back to you because of Mia, the doctor said she should avoid stress”, I said as I darted my gaze away. “Whatever the reason is, I don't care Emily, as long as your back, that's what matters to me”.He moved closer and placed his hands on my shoulders. “Trust me Emily”, he whispered. “I will do everything so that we go back to how we were”. “Just forget about that”, I murmured. “Haaa…”, he exclaimed. “Nothing”, let's go see Mia's condition”. I said as I turned away, ready to leave. Harrison followed closely behind me. ************************* As we approached Nora, I saw her expression change even before we reached her, I noticed it even from a distance. As we finally got closer to her, her eyes flashed with a fierc
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Liam stumbled backwards, his eyes darting between us as if searching for answers. I shifted my gaze at Harrison. “Are you done”, I asked softly. “Yes dear, I am done”, he said as he turned his gaze towards Liam, who stood stiff. “What are you two doing here alone, where is Nora?”, Harrison asked as he glanced around. “Who are you to ask”, Liam asked furiously. “Emily is my wife, we can talk about whatever we want”.“Emily is mine, she may be your wife now, but she was mine first, and I am going to take her back from you” “Don't be so sure”.“ Of course I am, right Emily”, Harrison said as he turned his gaze towards me. “Can you both stop this, you're not kids anymore”, I said, my tone firm and fed up. “Emily, you should ask your fake husband to shut up”, Harrison said as he pointed a finger at Liam. My eyebrows shot up in surprise, and I shot a glance at Liam. His face lit with surprise too, he gazed at me continuously, and let out a sigh of disbelief. “ Emily, don't tell me you
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Liam locked his gaze on me, for a moment without saying a word. “Why are you just staring at me, I thought we had come to talk”, I murmured softly, maintaining my gaze. “Yes, there are some things I want us to talk about”, he said firmly as he moved closer to me. “I want us to talk about our marriage”. My eyebrows knitted together as I tried to understand. “Wait, what do you mean?”I asked curiously. He slowly lifted his hands and placed them on my shoulder.“ Emily, I am talking about our marriage, me and you”, his tone turned cold, more serious and scary. “L..iam”, I stammered. “Are you talking about the marriage we all know is fake?”, my voice trembled as I spoke. “To you it may be fake, but to me… !”, he paused for a minute before continuing. “To me it's not”, he spoke, his voice filled with vulnerability. “L…iam”. “Yes Emily, So please don't abandon me for Harrison, please Emily, I need you too, Emily please”, he begged. His words washed over me, leaving me breathless
