AriaMecael held me until I stopped crying sniveling. Still,I held onto him because I did not want him to go away.I cried because at the end of it all everything had worked out. Not all of it was perfect but it was in place.Like last month the business made a loss but it did not collapse. It stayed and this month I'm certain it will all be better.Just like our lives,bits by bit,it was all falling into place.For the last three months, everything had happened so fast and I couldn't help myself from worrying that it will all fall apart.We had bought a larger apartment where we had room for the kids to run around. Thick walls for mecael and I and a larger kitchen and office for Phoebe.Alex had finally admitted to his feelings. Though he was thrown into a turmoil when Liz proposed out of nowhere,he got after it soon enough and said yes. They had a church wedding which obviously came as a surprise to all of us.None of the boys have visited Heloriet ever since he was taken away. We rec
Chapter 1AriaI felt his tongue swirling on my bud. My chest rose and fell as I tried to hold back my moans. I lifted myself for more friction. His hands grabbed on my hips pressing in an attempt to hold me down."That feels so good." I stuttered through shattered breath. His finger traced on my lips opening them up. Slowly he slid one finger inside my wetness. He added another one as his tongue continued to flick on my bud.My breath hitched.My head rolled to the back. I closed my eyes focusing on the pleasure. On how good his fingers felt being inside of me.He stopped making me whine. "How am I making you feel? Come on,tell me,does it feel good?""Mmm…it feels so good." He moved once so slowly that I was tempted to thrust myself against his fingers. "Please." I arch my back. "Please don't stop."He picked up on his pace. My hips jerked to his rhythm.I let out a low whimper as he hit my spot. The thought of my father budging through the door came into mind and I quickly pushed it
Chapter 2MecaelWhen my father called me into his huge working place,I knew the news he was going to give me would take me on a swirl. I knocked on the door twice and made my way in. He was seated behind his desk with his reading glasses on. He was not old and I knew his eyes were in great shape but he always insisted on the illusion of appearing old. So be it. "Father? You called for me."My father and I had a unique relationship. We would never sit down at a table for food together. We would hold guns at each others heads but neither of us was ready to pull the trigger and splitter the other person's brains all over.He continued going through whatever the folders on his desk carried. I sighed and took my seat.I was going to be here for a long time.He stach the folders together and placed them aside. He pushed his glasses down and looked at where I was seated."Ah. Mecael my son. I didn't see you there." He removed his glasses and folded them. He placed them on top of the folde
AriaMy eyelids flutter open. I wake up in a dark and desolate room. I look around for my eyes to adjust to the darkness. I try to listen but hear nothing.The sweet scent of florals dances all around me. A taste of flowers hits mouth as of I had just taken a handful of petals.Suddenly I see a shadow emerging from the darkness. The front door is yanked open and I shut my eyes from the invasion of light.I clench my heart hoping it was all a dream and I would soon wake up in my room.I feel a strong aura emanating from Infront of me. The scent of a strong cologne confirmed my doubts. I slowly open my eyes to see the figure Infront of me.My lips part slightly and my eyes go wide. I try to lift my head but the throbbing pain I felt did not allow it. I groan and rest my head back.The man was tall,an estimate of 6'6. The black suit he was wearing exposed his muscles and him crossing his arms did not help."You're a mess." He stated his voice flat."I'm not." I snap back getting defensive
AriaI woke up while it was still dark. I had to act and I needed to do so fast. I patted my cheeks lightly as my face was still puffy. My eyes feel dry and the ache in my throat didn't allow me to swallow even saliva. My head was throbbing but none of that really mattered. Well it did because I don't like pain but I would deal with it later.My mind was racing. I open the window and look down. From the height I could tell I was on the first floor. I tied two sheets together and tied one end to the bedpost. I tossed the other end outside. Using it I successfully climbed out the window. All those years of sneaking out finally paid off.I looked around searching for any sight of a guard or the men that were at our place. I saw no figure. I mumbled a silent prayer and bolted away. My feet hurt as I was only in slippers but I carried on.I took the alley and after a while I was on the road. There were no signs of cars. I couldn't hope for a bus on this way either as the people from this si
Chapter 5 Mecael"What do you mean my wife ran away with the diamonds!" I thundered, my face contorted with rage.Mesta steps back."I believe she stole it." Mesta stated."Find her!" I wave my hand everywhere, ushering for them to start searching.I loosen my tie and start to pace up and down. The diamonds were worth billion's and if that girl stole them then she was in deep trouble."She's gone. The house and the surrounding area has already been searched. She ran away." Mesta says calmly.I stop and let her words sink in. I stand there fuming. My mind raced at every possibility."She used sheets to climb down the window ." Mesta adds. She was a wild one and I was fuming at this point. "She's gone and I'm here." She walks over to me."There is no need to search for her." Her voice was low as she wrapped her arms around me.I shove her from me. My heartbeat had increased. I could feel my body getting more and more tense.I needed to find her. That was the only statement that kept o
warning: content of physical abuseAriaI try to turn but the act reminds me of my cuffed wrist. I groan. My husband cuffed me to the bed and didn't bother to come check on me. I was being accused of stealing diamonds. Something I've never laid my hands on.I push the blanket away and reach for my phone. I dial the number saved as husband. He hungs up after the first ring.I stare at the phone unbelievably. After a while,a knock is heard and the door opens. Mecael walks in wearing a white shirt and grey sweats."Didn't know you did casual." I tease."What do you want" he closes the door and leans on it."How about you uncuff me and grant me a divorce." He scoffs in response and walks over to the edge of the bed."Where are the diamonds?" He questions."I don't know." I reply honestly."Humph!" He turns to look at the door."Expecting anyone?" I also following his gaze.A knock is heard and the door clocks open. Three men walk in. They were all in black suits. Great.The men who were
MecaelAria's ocean blue eyes stared into mine. Her efforts to glare at me were so far unsuccessful. With her doe eyes she only appeared to be waiting for my directions."Why are you starring?" "Let's go." I settle on not picking up a fight with her.We walked to the car where we both settled at the back. At several occasions she tried to speak but when she found my eyes on her she looked away.The driver pulled over at the hotel. He opened my door and I went around to open the door for Aria."A hotel" She asked looking around."Yes." "Why are you here? I don't really feel hungry and…" Funny how she thought we were here to eat."I'm here for a meeting." She gasps."Behave." I added as a warning. She scowled but didn't reply.I lead the way and she follows closely behind. I stop and turn to him."I appreciate you following me like a mother chicken but I prefer having you by side." I notified her."If you don't take such huge steps maybe I would be able to keep up with you." She snap
AriaMecael held me until I stopped crying sniveling. Still,I held onto him because I did not want him to go away.I cried because at the end of it all everything had worked out. Not all of it was perfect but it was in place.Like last month the business made a loss but it did not collapse. It stayed and this month I'm certain it will all be better.Just like our lives,bits by bit,it was all falling into place.For the last three months, everything had happened so fast and I couldn't help myself from worrying that it will all fall apart.We had bought a larger apartment where we had room for the kids to run around. Thick walls for mecael and I and a larger kitchen and office for Phoebe.Alex had finally admitted to his feelings. Though he was thrown into a turmoil when Liz proposed out of nowhere,he got after it soon enough and said yes. They had a church wedding which obviously came as a surprise to all of us.None of the boys have visited Heloriet ever since he was taken away. We rec
Aria"Mom." I yelled as I made my way into the station.Mecael met me halfway. "Babe." I felt his gaze travel past me. "They have gone to get Greg from the airport." He nodded in understanding."Lorei…she."I step past him and charged towards my mother who was screaming about Heloriet being mad.I grabbed her biceps and forced her to stand still facing me. "What do you think you're doing,mother!"Her hands held onto my arms and she shook me frantically. "Aria…Aria..tell them,tell them how he tortured me. How he ran that…that business and forced the drugs down me. Tell them everything."My eyes burned with tears and I could not understand the reason behind them.Maybe it was the fury of watching her act like this. Or the extent of truth her words held.Perhaps it was none of those but the fact that ay the back of my mind I wanted to see her drop dead.It was the feeling of me having to betray the woman who carried me for none months and also took part in my upbringing.But why should
Aria"How is he?" I asked pacing in the hall. At the same time Mecael asked about the ones who were in the hospital"I don't know. The doctors haven't come out yet." "He's okay,I guess."I stop moving. "You guess?""He keeps on repeating that he did not push them. It's day three,Aria,your mom is not awake and so is the doctor."I sigh and sit. "Can I be honest with you? I feel nothing about this situation. In real sense I feel like they both deserve it. Except for the doctor,he doesn't."He hums from the other side. "I get you babe.""Is Alex with you?""He's supposed to be there by now,also Greg and Lionne are on their way. They are almost landing if I'm not wrong."The door opens. "I'll call you later.""Bye babe. Be safe.""Doctor.""Aria? She is awake.""The man?""His chances of survival are pretty low. But we'll keep you updated.""Then how is she? Can I go in and see her?"He nodded and followed me inside."That's the only thing she's been saying. 'Ill do it. Don't kill me.' S
Aria"James,Aurora stop running around,you'll fall." I called after them as I picked up the toys they had left all over."Kiiiids." They did not stop. I sigh and place the box of toys down.The front door opens and Phoebe walks on with lots of bag."I'm not against your spending but please limit it.""Hey babe." She pokes her head around. "Aurora,James.""Auntie!" That was Aurora. She came running so fast that I feared she would slip and fall."I told you to not run." I say breaking James speed."Na-na." "Come to me baby." She picks him from me.Looking around. "Where's your husband?"I playfully hit her arm. "He's not my husband. But he's gone to meet with some people,work related."She laughs and guides the kids to the kitchen."Nothing for me?""You have your own money. Spend it before you die."I go to reply but my phone vibrates from the coffee table.She stops moving." Oh you have friends now?""Shut it,Phoebe."A new number. "Hello.""Did I ever tell you I majored in performi
HelorietMy heart thudded painfully against my chest. Sweat droplets trickled down my face,behind my neck all the way down to my back.I swallowed hard,an action that was painful as well. The temperature in the room seemed to be cold but at the same time I was so hot that I was literally burning up.My knees were on the floor and I remained there,not wanting to tempt Lorei because I was too aware of what she was capabilities.She let out a loud sigh and removed her gloves. She licked up a pair of scissors that was lying on top of the drawer.Snipping it towards me,she said, "Do you want to know what I'm going to do with this?"No. No I did not.Her words scared me but what crepped me out even more was what she was going to do. Stabbing him to death? That would be painful. But he might survive if she happens to stab the less delicate parts,his thigh,for example.I shivered and pushed the thought further away as possible.If I think positive then everything else will be positive. My s
Lorei"Hello babe." I greet while sipping my wine."What?" He grumbled from the other side."I'm just checking on you.""I'm not yet dead so I assume you are not done with me."I gasp faking my surprise. "Who says I want to see you six feet under. I want you alive,so alive so that you won't be able to take any more of living.""I've already seen what you have succedes at doing,if that is what you want to confirm."A chuckle escapes my mouth. "I know you've seen it. I mean,I went out of my way to ensure they aired it,I did all that for you.""Geez,thanks.""You're welcome." I place the glass down and get to my feet. I swing slowly to where the other man was seated,tied up on a chair."Are you asleep,Heloriet?""What? No,I am tired.""Don't care." I tap on the man,waking him up. "I have someone who I am sure you'd love to hear from.""Unfortunately,I have no one.""Really? Think again, Heloriet. Think carefully." I speak slowly allowing him to soak in every word and get the weight of it
MecaelShe had said no to us moving in together. Well,it was not a direct no. She asked me to give her time.I agreed to that and that is why we are here seated on a date.James and Aurora are with their aunt who is also their godmother,Phoebe. Yes,she want it all."Why do you keep looking at me like that?"I smile. "I missed you and I'm happy that we are here like this…together.""I'm glad.""So what do you do nowadays that you gave up on the,you know.""I went into real estate.""Um,wow…I,I'm surprised.""I know. Greg was the one who helped me as he has a social life. Him moving also worked for my best.""I see." She drunk her wine. "How is Lionne, haven't talked to him for a while.""The boy is flourishing. He even went into modeling and–"She chocked on her food. "Wait. Wait wait wait. You mean Lionne,the Lionne that I know?""Everyone gave that reaction.""But it's good for him.""Yeah…" she was now playing with her food. "You're full." I noted."Mh.""Let's go to your place?"O
AriaAin't no way.After years of not seeing each other we meet casually at a park. What a coincidence.The beat my heart was currently playing was faster than any beat I've ever heard in all the music I have come across."I quit drinking." He announces after a long stretch of eyes fixated on each other."Good…I…I'm proud of you."He gave me a beaming smile with the corner of his eyes forming wrinkles. "Yeah." He chuckled. "Thank you."I cleared my throat. "You were with James. Thank you for looking out for him." "He got hurt. I'm sorry about that."I look at James. "Happens to the best of us.""I love his eyes." Of course he loves his eyes. The pairs are exactly the same. James took most of his features,like all of them. The eyes,face,hair,how his lips curl up in a smile.He held the girls hand. "This is Aurora."I smiled as I repeated the name.The bubbly child stepped forward and outstretched her tiny arm to me.I took it."Aurora. I'm a princess."Mesta was pregnant,that much I
HelorietI called him. I gathered all the courage I've packed and called him.I glance at the clock. Turning away I realize I had not registered the time,so I checked again.Only an hour remaining. One hour and he'll be here.After watching the news for more times that usual,I headed to my bedroom. The rest of the time was spent with me in bed feeling pathetic and regretting all my life choices.A knock came and the knob turned."I'm okay now,you can leave." I say under the blankets.I heard his low chuckle as he came closer. The weight shifted on the left side. A soft hand landed on my arm."I saw it.""It's bad but I have dealt with it. You can go.""I need you to look at me.""No."Silence.I sigh and uncover my face. He uses his finger to turn my head into his direction."I'm not crying." I say avoiding his eyes. "Is that's what you are looking for.""How have you dealt with it?"Good question.I had no answer.I sat upright. "Wanna have sex?" I lean in,my hand resting on his th