Lea's POV The night was endless. I lay in bed, staring at the ceiling, my mind racing. I hadn’t been able to sleep since Jake found out. He thinks the baby is Phill’s. The look on his face was of pure agony. It was like I’d ripped his heart out. God, I wanted to tell him the truth, but I was too scared. The baby kicked, a restless flurry that mirrored my own anxiety. “Shh, little one,” I whispered, rubbing my belly. “It’s going to be okay.” But it didn’t feel okay. Nothing did. I felt a heavy weight in my chest, a nagging worry I couldn’t shake.I glanced at my phone, the screen glaringly bright in the dark room. I wanted to call Jake, to explain everything, but what would I say? “Hey, Jake, I know you’re angry, but the baby’s yours, not Phill’s.” Yeah, right. He’d never believe me now. A sigh escaped my lips. Why had I let things get so out of hand? Why hadn’t I told Jake the truth from the beginning? Phill was just a friend, a shoulder to cry on,he was my rock but our relationship
Jake's POVAs soon as Lea opened the door, I knew things were about to get worse. She looked exhausted, her eyes red from crying. But it was her expression that cut me deep.She looked at me with that stare that only she had. She could always read through me. Always. It was like she was running a scam through my soul, reading me, studying me and then her expression changed to one of hurt and betrayal. My own guilt gnawed at me, but I couldn’t back down . My pride was hurt. I was bleeding. I reminded myself, she was the one at fault, not me. She left me, cheated on me, lied to me and I was here to settle scores, not fall for her head over heels all over again. She asked me if I had just slept with someone. The hell I did and it made me feel filthy to the core. My I wasn't going to give her the satisfaction of knowing that. I wanted to see her hurt. I wanted to feel the pain that I was feeling. I was a selfish beast , my ego roaring over everything. I didn't notice how frail she had be
Author's POVPercy sat in the darkness of his room, his gaze fixed on the world outside his window. The moon cast a faint glow over the garden in front as if it was a silent witness to his solitude. He felt like a ghost, invisible to his own family. But he was used to it. Especially for his parents. He hated every moment he spent at home especially without Phill or Mercy. Both of them were out, working while he was left home alone. He would have gone back to his hilly retreat but Mercy wanted him to hang around a little longer. She said she needed his help with some of her projects. The door creaked open, and a maid slipped in, placing a glass of juice on the table. She moved with the stealth of a cat, careful not to disturb the shadows. As she left, Percy noticed she hadn’t closed the door properly.Voices drifted in from the corridor. His mother’s voice,Elizabeth's voice, hushed but intense, cut through the stillness. She was on the phone again, her heels clicking sharply against
Author's POVPercy barged into Phill’s office at the hospital, his heart still racing because he had literally ran up the stairs. He couldn't sleep from the confrontation he had just overheard. He knew Phill was working overtime.So he didn't waste anymore time. He needed answers, and Phill was the only one who could help him piece together and make any sense out of what he heard. “Phill, we need to talk,” Percy said, trying to keep his voice steady.Phill looked up from his cluttered desk, his usually calm demeanor was replaced by a look of anxiety. He glanced at his watch and then back at Percy, a pained expression on his face. " Percy? Is everything alright? I am really running out of time, brother! Tell me what brings you here! "" Umm, need to talk about something important. But it needs time. You can wrap up with whatever you are preoccupied with. I can wait. ” “Percy, will you be fine waiting? I’ve got a very important patient to attend to,” Phill said, his voice strained. “
Author's POV A couple of days passed and Lea was recovering steadily under Phill's watchful care. Phill sat quietly beside Lea's hospital bed, his expression was one of gentle concern as he watched her lost in her thoughts. He reached out, placing a reassuring hand on hers. "You need to rest, Lea. Stress isn't good for you or the baby." Lea finally glanced at him, her eyes filled with a mix of worry and stubborn resolve. "I can't help it, Phill. I keep thinking about Jake.Didn't he call after he left? " Phill shook his head,Lea sighed. "I get it that you are still not over him. But you gotta focus on you now. "Lea sighed deeply again, her voice tinged with frustration. "It's just...I will never be able to explain how I feel about him. Never mind! How is aunt? I should be beside her. Looking after her but here I am, lying on this bed. Absolutely useless." She turned around, her back towards Phill. " She is still the same. Has been like that for awhile. I am sure you will ha
Lea's POVI stirred in my sleep, the uncomfortable hospital bed doing little to ease the ache in my heart. When I opened my eyes, the last person I expected to see and the one I wanted the most, stood in the doorway.Jake! My breath caught, and for a moment, I wondered if I was dreaming again. "Jake," I whispered, my voice barely audible. "Lea," he replied, his voice rough,almost a sigh. He took a hesitant step forward, then stopped, as if unsure of his place. "What are you doing here?" I asked when all I wanted to say was, " Jakey, you came? "My voice cracked, tears already pricking at the corners of my eyes"Why? Am I not allowed to visit you? " His voice was raw, desperate. "I still love you, Lea. I never stopped.And no force in this universe can stop me from seeing you. Not even Phill. " "Stop it," I snapped, though my voice was weak. "You don't get to do this. You don't get to just ..."I was angry, hurt.The images from the other night flashed before my eyes. But Jake paid no a
Lea's POV Jake's lips moved from mine to my neck, sending shivers down my spine. His hand was still on my belly, feeling the baby move, and I could see the awe in his eyes. I took a deep breath, ready to tell him the truth. "Jake, there's something you need to know," I began, my voice trembling with anticipation. But just as I was about to speak, the door burst open. "Jake!" Rosa's shrill voice cut through the room like a knife. I stiffened, my heart racing. Rosa stood in the doorway, her eyes blazing with anger. Jake's expression darkened, his grip on me tightening protectively."What the hell are you doing here, Rosa?" he snapped, his voice low and dangerous. "I could ask you the same thing," she retorted, her gaze shifting to me. "Jake, being with her is going to ruin your career. You know that." I felt a pang of discomfort, shrinking back against the pillows. "Jake, maybe she has a point," I started, but he cut me off. "Shut up, Rosa," he spat, glaring at her. "You don't
Author's POV" Brother! "Phill pulled Percy into the dimly lit cabin, the musty scent of old wood filling the air. He hugged Percy tightly, a mix of emotions swirling within him." Whoah! What's up? " Phill rarely called him brother and he was definitely not someone who easily showed his emotions. "Nothing! I wanted to show you what I found out. About Jake... and us." "What about it? What did you find out?" Percy asked nonchalantly. "Jake and I... we might be brothers." Phill answered after taking in a deep breath. "What?! How is that even possible?" Percy looked stunned. Phill handed the papers over to Percy." But that's not the entirety of the news. There is more. So much more. You need to sit down and listen carefully." Phill pulled a chair for Percy. "Greg found out. Jake and you were born in the same hospital, same day. There was some mix-up with the records. It's all here.It sheds some light but a lot remains shrouded in darkness. "Percy's eyes scanned the papers with g