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Killian paced back and forth in the hospital.His hands were bloodied but it was the least of his worries. He was barely holding himself together.Francine and Freddy were the first to arrive at the hospital.“Hey…” Francine pulled Killian into an embrace. “She will pull through out of this.” She consoled him, rubbing his back.“Man.” Freddy was devastated when he got the news. He picked up Francine from the studio and drove to the hospital like a maniac. “Heard from a nurse? Doctor?”Killian shook his head. “No one. She is in the OR. I don’t… I don’t know.” Killian was in despair. His hair was everywhere.Freddy patted him on the back and led him to have a seat. They all waited together.Hours later… A doctor came out.“She is out of harm’s way for now but she has to be monitored for some nights here.” The doctor said, his expression grave.Killian wasn’t sure whether to still be worried or be relieved.“Thank you.” Freddy said to the doctor.The doctor nodded. “One of you can see he
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Everyone including Killian, Francine, Freddy, and Hailey took turns to watch over Penelope. For the past 24 hours, she slipped in and out of consciousness. The doctor had informed them that it was totally normal.On Monday, she was fully awake and devouring the meal Ms. B sent through Hailey.“Whoa, Penny. Calm down. My aunt can send more if you want.” Hailey said, chuckling.“This is so delicious and just perfect amount of spice.” She said mouthful of food.Hailey grimaced at the sight. “Who would have thought you would have this much appetite?” She asked, marvelled.Penelope shrugged and continued to eat, grinning with each spoonful of food.”Suddenly, Hailey’s face became gloomy.Penelope frowned. She pushed the food aside and turned to Hailey, “What is wrong?” She asked.“Frank.” Hailey replied.Realization dawned on Penelope. She had almost forgot about the man blackmailing Hailey.“What about uhm the man that gave out his card? Have you reached out to him?” Penelope inquired.“Y
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“Fill her discharged paper works. She can leave at noon. Thankfully, the toxins didn’t do any damage to her organs. The only real damage was to the growing foetus.” Doctor Humphrey explained to Killian and Penelope.“Finally!” Penelope blurted. “Sorry!”Melissa smiled. “It is all right. No one loves staying at the hospital.” She said. “I hope I don’t see you strolled into the hospital anymore.” She said, sternly. Her voice, showing a bit of concern.Penelope nodded in understanding. Melissa took her leave thereafter.“Let’s get you home.” Killian said lowly.Van drove them home. Ms. B pulled Penelope into a bone crushing hug.“Ms. B.” Penelope said in shock.“You scared us all to death.” Ms. B, said teary eyed. “I am so happy to see you alive.” She continued, “We all thought the worst.” She finally let go of Penelope. “Mr. King informed me of your arrival. There is a feast that await you.”“A feast? Just for me? You shouldn’t have, Ms. B. That is too much.” Penelope said, her words sh
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Francine was painting on the canvas when Freddy arrived. “Babe!” She squealed, dropping the brush and ran to jump into his arms. Freddy lifted with her ease. He carried her to a couch in her studio. “Someone is perky today.” He said, raising an eyebrow. Francine shrugged, wrapped both arms behind his head as he took a seat. “Just ecstatic.” Freddy narrowed his eyes on her. “The past weeks? Including when we were in Singapore? What happened, then?” He probed. “Don’t think I didn’t notice.” Francine shifted on his laps. “It is nothing to worry about, babe.” She hadn’t yet fully grasped the levity of the situation herself. To distract him from his interrogation, she claimed his lips. She had missed him so much. She wondered how long she would keep hiding it from him. She had to lie about her monthly cramps for crying but he had her cycle mastered. She kept on lying to dissuade him. One of the days, it would definitely catch up with her. The door opened to reveal a couple but they
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Penelope had just finished taking a shower, ready to retire for the night.No sooner had she climbed onto her bed that she heard a knock on the door. She paused and climbed off to open the door."Penelope." Killian lazily dragged while leaning his weight on the door frame. A breath of mint and something she couldn't lay her hands on hit her."Killian?" It was very late into the night. She had expected that he would be asleep at the time. "Are you okay?"He shrugged and smiled, showing his dimples that she never thought existed."You should get some sleep." Penelope urged.Killian shook his head. "No. I wanted to see you, Penelope." He retorted, frowning.She stared at him suspiciously, after his breath hit her again. "You are drunk." She frowned. It wasn't a question. She stated it as a matter of fact. "That's it. Off to your room." She raised her hands to guide him to his room but he held her hand in their air and pulled her into an embrace.His head lay on her shoulder. A sigh of co
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He retreated from Penelope’s door to his room. The briefcase was dumped on his bed. He dialled the contact that sent the message.‘The number you have dialled does not exist,” The machine answered.“Damn it!” He cussed. The number had just texted him. He hurled his phone at the wall. The device split into two with cracked screen. His knees bent backwards, sending him slumping on the bed.He held his face in his hands. The death of his wife continued to haunt him, no matter how much he wanted to move on.His mind drifted to the day of unfortunate accident.“The production department has shown an impressive 35% for the company. This was ranked as the greatest comeback we have ever seen. Investors from all over the world are sending mails for collaboration. They-” Ms. Flores had briefed him about the meeting but suddenly paused.A headline had popped up on her tab. Mrs. King, dead, amongst other passengers in a helicopter clash.“Ms. Flores?” Killian called, looking away from the docume
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He placed a hand behind her head and sealed his lips with hers. They both froze at contact, savouring the taste, the moment. Killian turned his head and Penelope mirrored his movement, following his lead. His arms wrap around her in a vice, desiring more bodily contact. He claimed her lips possessively. She matched his passion with equal fervour. He tugged, pulled her lips and bit them lightly, earning a gasp from Penelope. The kiss was different. Drew was plain in comparison to the kiss burning her soul. She placed her hands on Killian’s chest. A soft growl emanated from him. “God… Penelope.” Killian pulled back, breathing heavily. “I… Should we stop?” He inquired, staring into her eyes. Penelope was momentarily disorientated. She took a second to process the question. She met his gaze. She was certain the desire in his eyes mirrored hers. “No.” She answered definitively and stood on her toes to wrap her arms around his neck. This time, she claimed his lips. He lifted her in his
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She looked down at their joined hands and looked back up at Killian. “One step at a time, remember?” She spoke and pulled her hand out of his. “The children are far more important right now.” She added and stood up from the couch. “Goodnight, Killian.” She whispered the last part.“Goodnight, Penelope.” He spoke in a low voice, feeling dejected at her rejection. Although, he half expected it but it didn’t lessen the ache he felt in his heart. He grabbed the comforter nearby and used it to cover himself after taking minimal clothing pieces off. That had been his bed for the past few days.The thought made him chuckle. How could a billionaire squeeze his length into a couch for days? Ms. Flores would have aneurysms if she ever saw him in that uncomfortable position. His bed was much more comfortable than the hard couch. He wondered why Penelope didn’t buy a more comfortable one when she easily could.Think of this as a means to an end, he tried to comfort himself internally.Just when h
