The following morning, Regina woke up feeling restless and anxious after a night filled with thoughts of Damon and his threats. As she untangled herself from the bedsheets and sat up, she couldn't shake off the uneasy feeling in her gut.Slipping her feet into a pair of comfortable flip-flops, Regina made her way out of her room to find Daphne standing outside, her hand raised as if about to knock. They exchanged warm smiles and greeted each other.Daphne's concern was evident as she observed Regina's tired eyes. "How did you sleep, Regina?" she asked gently.Regina let out a sigh and shook her head. "To be honest, Daphne, I didn't get much sleep at all. Thoughts of Damon and his threat kept me awake."Moving closer, Daphne placed a comforting hand on Regina's shoulder. "I understand why you're scared, but don't let him consume your thoughts. We'll figure this out together."Taking solace in Daphne's reassurance, Regina nodded. "You're right, Daphne. I can't let fear control me, but I
Daphne anxiously glanced at her watch, waiting for the clock to strike 7. As soon as it did, she hurriedly grabbed her bag and rushed out of her fashion shop, quickly locking up before turning to look down the road. Her heart sank as she saw no sign of Colin's car. Nervously, she tried calling him, but he wasn't picking up. A wave of worry washed over her, and thoughts of Colin not showing up flooded her mind.Just as her anxiety reached its peak, she finally spotted Colin's car pulling up in front of her. She hastily made her way to the passenger side and slid into the seat beside him. Filled with relief, she blurted out, "I thought you wouldn't show up!"Colin let out a deep sigh but didn't respond, driving off without saying a word. Daphne could sense his foul mood, making her swallow hard as she leaned back in her seat. The drive to her father's house felt tense and uneasy.Upon arriving, Daphne watched as Colin parked the car and stepped out, not bothering to come around to open
Daphne was jolted awake, her thoughts consumed by the events of the previous night with Colin. It felt like a dream, but it was real. Colin had professed his love for her, leaving her questioning if fate was playing a trick on her. Could someone like Colin truly love her? She couldn't deny the sincerity she saw in his eyes. Her heart raced at the memory, and she couldn't help but touch her chest, feeling its rapid beat."Why does my heart keep racing when I think about you, Colin?" Daphne muttered to herself as she facepalmed, sinking back onto her bed. Her mind wandered back to the moment when Colin had dropped her off at her apartment. *FLASHBACKAs Daphne entered her house, she couldn't help but replay the kiss and Colin's confession in her mind. It was a moment she wasn't ready to confront just yet.Just then, Regina emerged from the kitchen, holding a glass of water. "Oh, you're back!" Regina exclaimed, raising an eyebrow as she studied Daphne's face for any emotional traces.
Daphne and Colin found themselves in an awkward silence, both avoiding eye contact. Daphne couldn't bear to look at Colin after what had happened the previous night. The memory was still fresh in her mind, and his presence only made it more difficult for her. Colin noticed the tension and decided to break the silence. "Daphne," he called out gently, trying to catch her attention. She reluctantly turned her gaze towards him, unsure of what he was going to say. "I want to apologize for what I did last night," Colin said sincerely, his voice filled with regret. Daphne shook her head, a blush creeping up her cheeks. "No, Colin, you did nothing wrong," she replied softly. "It's... normal for a guy to confess his feelings to the girl he loves." She couldn't deny the flutter of warmth in her chest at his words, but she tried to hide it.Colin smiled warmly at her, his eyes filled with sincerity. "Daphne, you're beautiful and lovable. Any guy would be lucky to have you, unless he's not in
Regina woke up feeling relieved and calm, her mind at ease compared to the earlier chaos. Glancing at the time, she realized it was already 6 pm in the evening. Regina glanced at her side.. Mirabelle was still asleep. She reached out and pushed some strands of Mirabelle's hair that has been covering her face. Regina touched Mira's cheeks and smiled.She couldn't believe it would get to this point where she'd have to fight with someone over her daughter's custody. One thing baffles her and it's the fact that Damon had to show his disgusting face at her apartment and try to claim Mirabelle.Like, Regina really wants to know what or who the hell gave him the audacity to think he could do so. What gave him the right to think that he can actually be a father to Mirabelle after five good years? Damon must be clearly out of his mind.Damon wasn't here with her when she went through the challenges and difficulties of pregnancy. He wasn't there to care and provide for her through those times,
".. I left the country and came over to New York, and I thought hiding my pregnancy from Damon was the best" Explained Regina to Mr GU who kept scribbling down somethings on his notepad.Hills held Regina's hands, seeing how nervous she is and he gave her a reassuring nod.Soon, Mr GU looked up from his glasses and said.. "You and Damon were married for two years right?" Regina nodded. ".. And how was those two years for you? Did you notice anything suspicious about him over time and was that the first time you have caught him cheating?""Yes! That was the first time and he did not even feel remorseful that I caught him pants down with his secretary, he looked like he has been waiting for that moment and eager to get rid of me. He has been probably having a secret affair with her at an hotel or something"Mr GU nodded and wrote down what only he understands. "Do you have a copy of your divorce with Damon? May I have a look at it?"Regina nodded and immediately took out her divorce pa
After dropping Regina off at home, Hills returned to his house and was surprised to find his mother sitting casually on the sofa. He wondered why his mother hadn't informed him of her visit beforehand. While he appreciated her presence, it would have been considerate for her to let him know in advance, just in case he wasn't able to make it home. However, he greeted his mother with a kiss on both cheeks and asked her what brought her here."Hills, dear, I thought I could come over and spend some time with you," his mother replied with a smile. "Is that a problem?"Hills rolled his eyes good-naturedly, His mother was definitely being sarcastic cis she would never visit him just to spend time with him, she only comes over when she has something to do."No, no problem at all, Mom. It's just that it would have been nice to know beforehand. What if I had other plans?"Mrs. Sebastain smirked slightly, "Oh, I wouldn't want to intrude on your grand plans, my dear son." Exasperated, Hills ass
"Are you sure that bad man is not gonna force me and make me go back with him?" Mirabelle asked Daphne for the hundredth time."No" Daphne answered for the hundredth time too.Mirabelle titled her head and looked at the court building behind Daphne, she chewed on her lower lip tenderly and Daphne could see how scared, worried and nervous she was."You'll be fine, Mira..., I'm here for you." Mirabelle have been brief on what is going to happen at the court today. Regina has also told her that the Bad man she keeps referring to is her biological father. Everyone was present when she was being told and had keenly watched her reaction. Mira's reaction were just normal. She did not react to it that much. Regina could only worry about what is going on in her daughter's mind.Daphne paused and gestured at Hills and Regina who's having a discussion with his lawyer, a few inches away from them."Your dad is here too, even your mom too, uncle Colin is here, so you have absolutely nothing to w
The whole family sat around the large dining table at the sebastains Mansion, having a quiet and peaceful dinner to celebrate their lady achievements."Cheers, to more years filled with happiness, love, and lost importantly, a life free from those who wanted nothing but to ruin us" Hills paused and stared at everyone's faces, then he continued. "Cheers to a fresh start, a new beginning and a new found relationship..." He concluded and they all clicked their glasses together with smiles on their faces.As if they all had it all planned out, they all drank from the glass at the same time.Mirabelle quickly climbed on her seat.. "I wanna say something everyone!!" She said in a loud tone, getting everyone's attention."Go ahead dear" Regina urged her and everyone gave her their undivided attention but curiosity were written on their faces as they wondered what she has to say."First of all, I want to sincerely say sorry to my dearest mother for putting her through so much worry and leavi
It's been two weeks since everything. The fight, pursuit here and there and everything else. Now, everything bid back to being normal. Hills and Regina already returned back to New York with Mirabelle and enrolled her into a therapy session. It was really necessary since Damon played with her mind.In this two weeks, Regina was told not to pay visit to Mirabelle until the session is over and Regina dearly hope for her daughter to be well again.As for Hills, he's recovering pretty fast. Thankfully, the bullet did not go very deep into his legs and there's hope he'd walk again.Regina sat opposite Martina in the interrogation room. The room was filled with an uncomfortable silence, and Regina could sense the weight of guilt that hung heavily on Martina's shoulders. She cleared her throat gently, trying to break the tension."Martina," Regina began softly, Martina's head remained bowed. She couldn't even bring herself to look at Regina and Regina could actually see that."I'm sorry Reg
Damon was beside himself also and he felt really angry that his plans have yet again failed. He has been arrested after coming a long way. Just when he was about to finally get his target and live the life he has always dreamed of, things had to go this rough, yet again. Damon thought and decided that he is not going to let this slip and he is going to make sure that Hills and Regina pay one way or the other. He can't go to jail. He needs to come up with a perfect plan. As a police officer pushed him into his jail cell and took off the handcuff in his hands. Damon devised a plan. "Now stay there like a good boy!!"The officer turned to leave and just when he was close to exiting the cell, Damon moved swiftly towards him and slammed him against the wall then twisted his neck to the side very hard. The officer became unconscious. Damon quickly exchanged his clothes with that of the officer. He put on the uniform and it fits him perfectly, it's a good thing they have the same body si
As Hills paced back and forth in the police station, frustration mounting, his impatience reached a breaking point. Unable to contain himself any longer, he approached one of the officers working on tracking Regina's location and demanded an update.What is taking so long? Why aren't you doing anything to find Regina? We're running out of time here!" Hills felt agitated. Everything is just being too slow and time is not on his side.First, Mirabelle got missing and they haven't even found her yet, now Evelyn? Things are really getting out of hand and more complicated. "Sir, I understand your concern, but we are still actively working on locating her. This process can take time, and we're doing everything we can" One of the officer said"Time is of the essence! Regina's life, and more importantly, Mirabelle's life, are at stake here. We can't afford to waste any more time!" Hills lamented.Just as Hills was about to lose hope, the officer tracking Regina's location suddenly spoke up, b
As Damon continued to drive, his knuckles turning white from gripping the steering wheel, Charlotte's eyes widened with alarm as she glanced back, noticing the car that had been following them for miles."Um, Damon," Charlotte hesitated, her voice trembling slightly. "I think we're being followed."Damon's face contorted in anger as he slammed his hand against the steering wheel. "It must be Hills or Regina," he seethed through gritted teeth. "They must have found out about our plan.""But how is that even possible? I was sure they left the penthouse earlier today" Charlotte's heart raced, fear gripping her as she looked at Damon. "What should we do now? We're about to get caught Damon. Do something, we can't get caught now!" She pestered himDamon's expression hardened, his mind racing with a sudden change of plan. He grabbed his phone and began typing furiously, his actions shrouded in secrecy. Charlotte desperately sought answers, her voice filled with worry. "Damon, what are you
Hills and Regina followed the police to Damon's penthouse. As they approached the gate, Hills turned to Regina, his voice filled with uncertainty."Are you sure this is the penthouse, Regina?" he asked, casting a glance at the elegant building before them.Regina hesitated for a moment before responding. "I've only been here once, and that was when Damon showed me the house before our divorce. But based on what he told me, this should be it. Let's go in and have a look. I really hope we find him."They rang the doorbell, their hearts pounding with anticipation. To their surprise, the door swung open almost immediately, revealing Charlotte standing there.Both Regina and Charlotte locked eyes, memories of the past flashing through their minds. Regina couldn't help but remember the painful moment she caught Damon in bed with Charlotte, the betrayal etched into her memory.The pain she felt seeing her husband pants down with his secretary in their matrimonial bed. And the mockery Charlo
The door pulled open, revealing a fat pot-bellied old man instead of Damon, leaving Regina surprised. The old man looked at them with curiosity and asked, "What can I do for you folks?"Hills took a step forward and replied, "We're looking for a man named Damon. He used to live here before. Did you know him?"The old man shook his head slowly. "I'm sorry, but I don't know any man named Damon. I just recently moved in last month after the house was sold to me."Regina's heart sank, and she could feel tears welling up in her eyes. She stammered, "But... but he lived here. He's my ex husband and this was the house we lived in. And just few days back, he took my daughter and we suspect he'd. e back here. Please sir, tell us if Damon is inside. We need to get him arrested. My daughter's life is at stake here."The old man's expression softened as he noticed Regina's distress. "I'm really sorry to hear that, miss, but I genuinely have no knowledge about Damon or his whereabouts."Desperatio
The next morning, Charlotte took matters into her hands as she went upstairs with a tray of food. Since Damon said Mirabelle is now her responsibility and she can do whatever she likes with her, Charlotte felt really happy because this is the chance she needs to teach the daughter of the one person she hates, a lesson. All this years, she has been in this fruitless marriage, unable to bear her own child. It hurts when the doctor had said she had no womb. Like, until she dies, no one would call her mother. She would never have a child of her own. it felt like a curse. it felt as if Regina laid a curse on her never to bare a child of her own. 5 years ago, she had an affair with Damon and that was when Regina caught them red-handed and Damon was willing to divorce her. To Charlotte, she felt Regina is the reason for her childlessness.She's going to make sure mirabelle suffer. She would torture Mirabelle up to the point that she would regret being Regina's daughter.Charlotte would ha
Daphne sat beside Regina, her heart breaking as her friend's tears continued to flow. She gently brought a plate of food closer, placing it on the coffee table in front of them. "Regina, please try to eat something. I know it's hard, but keeping your strength up is important during this difficult time," Daphne softly pleaded, her voice filled with concern.Since Regina woke up, she have been crying non-stop which got Daphne really confused on how to cheer her up.Regina glanced at the plate but shook her head, her voice trembling with anguish. "How can I eat when I don't even know if Mirabelle has eaten? I can't find any peace until she's back with us." Her voice cracked between sobs, deep-rooted fear and desperation evident in her words.Daphne reached out, placing a gentle hand on Regina's trembling shoulder. "I understand your worry, Regina. We're all feeling it. But you have to trust that Hills is doing everything they can to find Mirabelle. They're professionals, and they won't s