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Clyde insisted on personally driving us to my parent's house but I refused him one last time and I'm glad he eventually gave up. This is the last thing I wanted to do and after this, we are flying back to Jefferson City in the evening. If things go south I'll just try one more time someday but now I’ll remain positive that they also healed from the pain and disappointment I caused them. Standing in front of my parents' house gave me a surreal feeling. While scanning the surroundings brought a smile to my face. This place still looked the same. I remember my childhood days when Zoe and I would pick a bunch of flowers from our neighborhood. We got a lot of scolding from our parents when they complained about us ruining their garden. I always felt sorry for Zoe because at that time she got all the blame. Even if I tell them it's my idea. They will never believe me. Zoe was always the opposite of me, brave, courageous, and free-spirited. I on the other hand was a more reserved, scaredy ca
“ Good, then please open the door for us.” I was baffled when I heard what Amanda said. I rushed to our front door and saw them stepping out of their luxurious car. Ms. Charlotte together with another servant from the Harlington mansion was carrying a handful of baskets filled with god knows what! When I spotted my godly husband he just gave me a conflicted smile and shrugged his shoulders. I turn around and meet my parents' curious look. “ Mommy? Is something wrong?” Even Alexander was worried about how uncertain I looked. “ Ok, guys we have visitors.” “ Really who?” My mom asked. “ Clyde’s parents are here and we need to meet them at the front gate ASAP!” “ Yey! Mamita is here and Grandpa Chris? that’s awesome!” Alexander was thrilled knowing he would have 4 grandparents gather together in one place. My mom asked me if her clothes looked fine and my dad did as well. “ We don’t have much time to change clothes dear, let's just welcome them outside. I took a deep sigh once aga
Evening came and as we bid our parents goodbye I hugged them both promising to visit again during Alexander's semester break. “ If they like, Kitten, we can also fetch them anytime they want to visit us.” I looked at my husband's face and my heart was filled with gratitude for what he said. “ Thank you, Clyde.” I peck a kiss on his cheeks and Alexander pops in tugging both of our hands. “ Daddy, mommy, how about me?” He pouted. We all laughed, me and Clyde decided like we shared one mind to kiss our son’s cheek on each side and as we did, Zoe took a snapshot of us with Alexander smiling from ear to ear. I hugged Zoe and her parents telling them how it delights me to see them again after 6 years. When we left we headed straight away to the airport. Outside the private jet, I bid Christopher who tapped my shoulder a few times, and Amanda who hugged me tight. “ Expect us to visit you guys unannounced whenever we miss you and Alexander. Thank you for attending my birthday and for gi
The next morning I woke up feeling refreshed. The last thing I remember last night was when Clyde lay me on the bed wrapped with robes. Then the warm kiss on my forehead and Clyde's whispering goodnight to me. After that, I fell into a deep slumber. My hand subconsciously touches my forehead then like snapping out of a dream I glance towards the alarm clock next to the bedside lamp. I gasped seeing it was past ten o’clock in the morning, when I stepped out of bed and walked to the bathroom there was no sign that Clyde was there not long ago and when I visited the wardrobe room he wasn't there either. I quickly took a shower, dried my hair, and took a three-fort cotton blouse partnered with jeans and doll shoes. Then I head straight out of the room and open Alexander's room. It was empty so I walked to Clyde's office and placed the cardkey. When I slip my head to look inside the office no one is there. My foot led me to the elevator and when I came down I saw Ms. Charlotte. “ Good morn
“ Clyde, seriously I didn't say that so you could tear this paper. I've read Mr. Sander’s proposal and I didn’t find it bad at all. It will help so many people and both of you will benefit from this proposal.” I said while snatching the papers from his hand. “ Fine then, If you say so Kitten, but next time she does something unusual she won't be forgiven that easily.” It's like I'm making a deal with the devil when Clyde seriously speaks. I nodded my head and placed the paper back in the folder. We were busy until it was almost 1 in the afternoon. If I hadn’t glanced at my wristwatch I wouldn't have noticed about the time and Clyde skipping his lunch. I called the staff in the staff room and asked them to bring something to eat. Then when they handed me the tray I pulled Clyde out of his swivel chair and brought him to the double-seater couch.“ Eat while the food is still warm Clyde, when you're in your work mode I now know that you tend to forget about the time. Next time I’ll be ch
My heart is beating so fast while we walk in the corridor and when we reach the infirmary room. We can hear Alexander's voice. He was saying something I just couldn't hear well. Clyde didn’t wait anymore for Mr. Carter to open it. We went inside on our own and there I saw our son pulling the nurse's hand off of him. When he saw us it was only then that tears started streaming down from his cheeks. In a crooked voice he uttered the word Mommy and that really broke my heart into pieces. The nurse let him go and I was on my knees as we united in a hug. “ Baby,What happened?” I asked, wiping the streak of tears that slip on his cheeks. His uniform looks so dirty and dusty and his hand was cleanly wrapped with bandages.“ Mommy the old lady left Emmy on her own in that dark room. Please save her.” I look up to Clyde and like our mind is connected he called for Anton. “ Search the area with any store room.” He commanded.“ Roger that sir.”Anton assembled a few of his men and went around
A knock on the door made us all glance at it. Then a man in his mid-fifties came in with a little girl in his arms. Then I spotted Nicole who looked unwilling to come inside but her husband's hand was holding her arms tight. She gave us a professional smile while trying to unnoticeably unfasten her husband's grasp.Theodore releases his wife's arm when they are all inside, Noticing a prominent face that he is aiming to have on his good side he places his precious daughter down and offers his hand to that person.” Mr. Harlington, I wouldn't have guessed why you're here as well.” Clyde didn't accept his offered hand and just nodded his head which made Mr. Theodore wonder what could be possibly wrong. On the night of Mr. Harlington's Mother's birthday. He was even giving him insight into what Jefferson City might need to prosper further in the future. He glanced at everyone and acted like nothing was wrong. He gave us his signature campaign smile while asking.“ Good afternoon everyone
When the Harlington, Stellar, and Sander families left, Mr. Carter called the police to report what Mrs. Adam did. He doesn't want to further escalate the situation but Mr.Harlington made it clear as a day that if he does not take action. Maybe the investment he places in this school will be pulled out and in the worst-case scenario, the school that was passed on to him by his parents will be forced to shut down.” Mr. Carter, please give me a chance.” Mrs. Adam begged, kneeling in front of him.” Please stop.You just dig your own grave! And In the first place, it's your greed that brought you to your destruction. Haven’t I told you that Mr. Harlington is an important person? Why would you even believe someone else without verifying anything?” He stood up when he heard a knock on the door.”From now on you're on your own. I’m just glad that I didn't pursue making you the principal of this school. You almost ruined my family legacy!” He move further when Mrs. Adam tried to touch his kne
As we lay together in the quiet of our bedroom, the soft light from the bedside lamp casting a warm glow over the room, I turned to Clyde. His gaze met mine, and the depth of emotion in his eyes stole my breath for a moment. Even after everything we had been through, he looked at me as though I was the most precious thing in his world.“I don’t know what I would have done without you,” I whispered, my voice trembling with sincerity. I reached up to trace the faint lines of his face, my fingertips gliding gently over his cheekbone and jaw. He caught my hand in his, pressing a kiss to my palm before placing it over his heart.“You’ll never have to find out,” he murmured, his voice low and steady. His uninjured arm wrapped around me, pulling me closer until our bodies fit together as if we were pieces of a puzzle. His warmth seeped into me, chasing away the lingering shadows of fear and uncertainty.Clyde’s fingers gently brushed a strand of hair away from my face, and he leaned in, his l
As I settled back into the rhythm of Oak Hill Villa, a month had passed since returning to this familiar place. My parents and in-laws living close by provided a comfort that barely masked the heavy weight of unspoken truths. I found myself navigating my day-to-day life amidst their warm presence, yet internally, I felt like I was teetering on the edge of something profound.Morning sickness visited me occasionally, an unsettling reminder of the new life inside me. This wasn’t just any pregnancy; Clyde knew I was having a twin. The knowledge shaped our conversations, casting a mix of excitement and anxiety across our daily interactions. But even with that revelation hanging between us, there remained a pressing silence about other secrets—Clyde's hidden truths that I uncovered. Just when I thought I might steal a moment to breathe, my phone buzzed; it was Nicole, her voice filled with urgency. "I need your help. Can James represent me in my custody case?" Nicole had saved my life onc
It was a crisp autumn afternoon when Clyde, our almost six-year-old son, Alexander, and I finally returned to Oak Hill Villa nestled in Jefferson County. The golden leaves of the surrounding oaks danced in the gentle breeze, catching the sunlight as if nature itself was celebrating our homecoming. The villa, with its stone facade and towering columns, stood as a testament to the beginning of a new chapter for our family. Yet today, it wasn't just a house—it was alive, brimming with anticipation and joy.For me, the journey back was especially meaningful. Though my belly was still flat, bearing twins made me long for the warmth and serenity of the villa. The moment the villa came into view, a wave of relief washed over me. "We’re home, Clyde," I said softly, my hand resting on my abdomen. Clyde reached over, squeezing my hand gently. "Yes, we are," he replied with a warm smile.Xander, seated in the back with an iPad in his lap, looked up and grinned. “Yes, we’re finally home, Daddy, a
I woke up with a feeling that someone was staring at me. When I opened my eyes I met my husband's eyes, it was so tender and loving that my hand couldn’t resist cupping his cheek with a smile etch on my lips.“ Morning, Beautiful, I’m sorry if I woke you up. I just want to feel your warmth for a brief second but I guess I overdo it.” He spoke scratching the back of his head.” I smile as I turn my body to the side to face him while I use my hand to support my head while never leaving his sight. I don't see the light in the curtain so that means the sun hasn't risen yet.“ Did you sneak out from your nurse and doctor my dear sneaky Clyde?” I asked while my hand reached for his and wrapped it with mine.“ On the contrary of my love, they did let me go but the male nurse was outside waiting for me.” He informed me , which made me nod my head before I finally helped myself to sit on the bed. Clyde rearranged the recliner so my legs could hang while I lifted my hand inviting my husband to my
I turned my body to the side, using my other arm as a support for my head while my other hand lifted to spread to the side some of Clyde’s hair that's covering his forehead. Upon closer look it seems like Clyde had more fine lines in his forehead and in between his brows. I can even imagine how he looked when I was kidnapped and thought I was drawn when I fell in the sea. I bit my lips because I felt like crying. “ Hi, My Sneaky Clyde.” I pause and place my palm on his cheeks that have growing stubble. “ Can you feel my warmth? I hope so. You know, I miss you so much. It felt like we’ve been apart more than the years I haven’t seen you. It’s probably because I love you. That's why not seeing each other even for a few days seems like decades to me.” I took my mask off and planted a kiss on Clyde’s lips. Then I took his left arm and gently placed it on my belly.“ I have good news for you Clyde, remember when you talk about having a football team? Well, congratulations because we’re
“ We will also head out so Mom and Dad can come and see you. Amanda was so eager to check on you but decided for us to buy you fruits. So make sure you try to eat all of them ok?” Claire rolled her eyes pointing to the big basket of fruits before patting my hand while smiling at me. Guessing by her reaction my mother in law probably overreacted seeing the wide variety of fruit in the basket. “ Thank you Claire and Mikhail.” Claire's husband just nodded his head as he placed his hand at the back of his wife while his free hand was holding Yulia’s.“ Bye Yulia, let's play later.” Alexander waved his hand to her and Yulia uttered “ok.” Waving back to my son. This fast few months that the Mikhaylov Family Live in our home in Oak Hill. The two became so close like they were real cousins. A smile forms on my face as my dad and mom come closer to the bed. Dad brushed my hair while mom took my hand and squeezed it gently. I can see Mom has misty eyes so I tried to cheer them up.“ I’m ok,Th
When we reached the airport it was only then that I realized that I had already forgotten about the file that I’ve just read. When I asked James he told me he will make sure to delete it because we left the secret room in a hurry and Neo was not instructed what to do with the file. I sight and thank him for everything. When I landed in Iowa City I was grateful to see that Mr. Fred was there waiting for me. When I glance at my phone it seems like nothing has changed after I left my husband. Sitting in the passenger seat I felt a throbbing pain in my head. This fast 24 hours has been a roller coaster ride. The overwhelming stress, flying back and forth to this city but it doesn’t matter even though my legs are aching my stomach is a bit upset. As long as I can see Clyde the moment the sun rises up. I will be ok, we’ll that's what i thought but upon arriving in the hospital my stomach became unbearable that Amanda who just arrived as well notice my pale look.“ Goodness! Dear, how did yo
James looked worried about me but eventually said fine and I immediately clicked the file. It was a video compilation and It plays right away. The video looks a bit old, probably from six years ago when I was still pregnant with Alexander. I gasped when I saw myself in the video walking around with a big bump. Serving some customers who ordered my aunt's famous homemade carrot cake. The video was taken not far from where I stood . It was a scorching hot day and I remembered I collapsed from the heat but I don't remember how I ended up in the hospital without any injuries at all. But in the video the camera shivered the moment i held my head trying to fight off the dizziness that i am feeling at that moment and then everything became blank but not on the video who somehow still caught the entire event. Clyde stood behind me grabbing my shoulder with one arm making my body rest on him before he scooped me up, surprising the people around the cafeteria. My Aunt came out of the casa and
Chapter * 119 She Found The Answer *The room was huge and had a big bed near the balcony. Everywhere I look, the very walls of this room are basically filled with small or big picture frames of me while I was still pregnant, while I was working on my Aunts small Cafeteria, until I gave birth to Alexander. What caught my attention was the huge portrait I had with my son when he just turned one. I wonder if Clyde pays off the photographer to get a copy of it but it doesn’t matter. I know he was obsessed with us and somehow even though it defies practical reasoning. Deep in my heart I am glad that he was there in every milestone of our son. Even without knowing, just thinking how much effort he has to put in just to have a glimpse of us from afar. A stabbing pain fierce through my heart. I wipe the tears that slip down on my cheeks as I wonder how much pain he had suffered when he wanted to be with us and he couldn't. I glance at James whom I caught staring at me. His eye’s show sad emo