Mariah woke up with a dizzy head. She had trouble sleeping in a new place and she was not used to big rooms. Mariah’s psychiatric friend once told her that bigger spaces make you feel small and tiny and you feel more lonely, guess she was right. Mariah felt every bit of it. She was too afraid to step outside the door that someone might think of her as an intruder and shoot her right there and then but she didn’t know that Adam had already ordered everyone not to hurt her and to give her everything she asks for instantly. Adam knew that it would take some time for her to adjust in this new environment but he was relieved as he thought that Pete would be able to make her comfortable so he told him to show this place around. Pete’s soft smile makes him charming and less like a mafia man. Mariah heard the knock on the door and suddenly became alert. She saw the maid and let out a sigh of relief. “I’m sorry, Madam, did I wake you up?” Mrs. Sally asked when she saw Mariah suddenly ste
Mariah went out with Pete at 3:30 to meet Blaire while Adam stayed at home all day since he had some unfinished work at home. He didn’t go anywhere since Mariah came yesterday and he didn’t felt like going to his casinos for the very first time to check if things were working fine there. Mason knew something was up as Adam never does this, he always checks up on his casinos on every weekend and takes Mason.It was Sunday and Adam had no plans on going anywhere as he also ordered Mason to postpone all his meetings and that he’ll be working at home today. Adam checks up on his father and asks Dr.Phil about his condition to which the doctor gives him the same reply he has been giving Adam for the past five years.“Mr.Denis hasn’t shown any improvement but he’ll get better by time.”Adam has been hearing this for quite a long time now and he knows his father is not getting any better. He thought of removing his father from life support many times but he isn’t ready to let his father go y
Mariah takes a deep breath and then she lies, because sometimes lying is easier than explaining the truth. So she goes on and lies to her friend she endears the most but she has no choice left.“It’s about Pete. His mother… she’s sick. She needs me right now and I want to be there for her and for Pete, it’s the least I can do for them,” Mariah speaks knowing very well that she has broken her promise. She had promised Blaire to never ever hide anything from her, to tell her everything, but she’s doing all this to protect her and even if she doesn’t want to lie, she still needs to for Blaire’s sake.“When will you be coming back?” Blaire and Mariah just shakes her head.“I don’t know, Blaire. I don’t know it yet,” Mariah replies.“Do you want me come with you? Is her condition that serious?” Blaire asks because she doesn’t want to leave her best friend to go through this time alone. She wants to be there for Mariah like she has been by her side since day one, but right now Blaire’s w
Mariah can’t believe the words coming out of Adam’s mouth because Pete told her that both of Adam’s parents died in a car accident five years ago so how is this possible. “He’s my father, Denis Alston. I am his everything, his guardian, his son, I’m all he has now. I want you to treat him,” Adam says as he tries to control his emotions. “I don’t want to give up on him just yet.”Adam would have never even let anyone step inside this room if it was someone else but he has come to trust Mariah. He has hope that maybe Mariah can revive his father, just like she revived him. He wants her try even though it’s useless but he still wants Mariah to try to bring him back to life. Adam didn’t know that he needed Mariah before he met her.“I’ll pay you to as long as your here. Just tell me how much you want. I… I’ll give you anything,” Adam promises to give Mariah everything because if she refuses, then he’ll lose his mind. Adam really thinks that if Mariah can save him, then she can definitely
Adam leaves early in the morning with Mason as soon as he told him that there have been some sort of dealing going on in one of hotels they own. Adam had trouble sleeping all night so it wasn’t really difficult for him to leave this early. Pete asks if they need him there, but Adam tells him to stay at the mansion and to look after Mariah. Adam takes Mason and Adelmo with him so they can deal with whatever is going on at the hotel.Mariah wakes up late as she had an amazing sleep because of the scented candles. She ate breakfast with Pete that Mrs.Sally made for them and then Pete excused himself as he had some training to do with other bodyguards. Mariah asked him about Adam and Mason to which he replied that they had an urgent meeting so they left early. Mariah thinks it’s good that he won’t bump into Adam today as yesterday her heart couldn’t handle the close proximity between them.He told Mariah that she could visit them whenever she wants as they’re just next door which made her
As soon as the two of them enter the mall, Mariah saw people looking at them. She saw a few girls drooling over Adam.“Omg, he’s so handsome,” Mariah heard one of them whispering. Mariah rolled her eyes and looked at Adam, who was unbothered by any of the things going around him.“So what now? What are we here to buy?” Mariah asks hoping Adam would give him a proper answer.“We’re here to buy clothes and shoes,” Adam looks at her, “and everything you need. Pete told me that you struggled with dresses Mrs.Sally gave you as they’re too tight for you.”“Oh! I thought it wasn’t noticeable,” Mariah says with embarrassment.Just as Adam is about to comfort Mariah, that it isn’t her fault, a lady stops them. “Sir, would you like to visit our jewelry shop,” she points at the shop right beside her, “We sell beautiful couple rings as well.”“Oh no! No, we’re not a couple. You’ve misunderstood something,” Mariah explains quickly as her cheeks turn red while Adam tries to control his smile. He’
“It’s beautiful, isn’t it?” Mariah says while looking at the waves splashing on the sand and the moon shining above. “Yes, yes it is,” Adam replies, but he’s not looking at the view in front of him, he’s looking at Mariah who’s standing beside him. Adam has been stealing glances at her all day, his plan to stay away from her failed badly. He wants to be with her for every second of his life because feels comfortable around her, she feels like home to Adam, something he never had. He studied abroad all his life, his father didn’t want to involve him with any kind of mafia and when his mother died, the world collapsed for him, the ground beneath him felt heavier than ever before. He had no one to call his own, no place to call home. He didn’t realize when he turned into the ruthless mafia that he is now and he never knows when he’d be taking his last breath. The only thing he’s sure about is that he can’t handle to loose anyone anymore, definitely not Mariah, the one who saved him.
“Adam?”, Mariah says softly and all the darkness in Adam’s life vanished in that moment. He felt alive.Adam’s eyes widen and he looks at Mariah in disbelief. This is the very first time he heard Mariah say his name. It’s not that Adam hasn’t thought of Mariah calling his name out loud, he has, about a million times, but he didn’t expect his heart would go crazy like this.“Hmm?” He wants to hear it again, he wants Mariah to say his name again and again. “It was not your fault, Adam!” Mariah whispers, “It was not your fault.”Adam has been blaming himself his whole life for what happened that day, for what could have happened if the her sister never jumped in front of him to sacrifice her life in return for his life. He was never able to forgive himself, no one was there to tell him that it wasn’t his fault, that it was an accident. Deep inside he wanted someone to hold him and tell his these exact words but no one did. And now Mariah’s words made him realize that he had been dying
Adam sat up, and Mariah helped him, sitting beside him on the bed. As they found themselves alone, Adam's demeanor hinted at emotions he was struggling to contain. Mariah, sensing the turmoil within him, waited in confusion until Adam decided to share his thoughts."At first, I thought I was dreaming. I thought I was going to die, and then I heard your voice after a while, and something triggered inside my head. And then I knew it wasn't the first time you were saving my life. It had happened before, and..." Adam paused, capturing Mariah's full attention. Their eyes met, and she noticed tears streaming down his cheek. "And all the memories came crashing down. The first time you saved my life, when I had you kidnapped, and all our time spent together at the mansion. I always felt a strange feeling that hung between us, but I wasn't quite able to grasp what it was, and now, finally, I've realized what it was..."Adam's voice faltered, and both of them were now shedding tears, the weight
In the face of Adam's persistent lack of recognition, Mariah refused to lose hope. She made a solemn decision to stand by Adam's side indefinitely, willing to endure however many years it took for him to remember. The thought of living without Adam's presence was a heavy ache in her heart, fueled by years of tears shed in the belief that her true love had been taken away. Yet, for their daughter Ella, for Adam, and for herself, Mariah was determined to stay the course.As the months passed, Mariah and Adam's bond deepened. In one conversation, Adam inquired about Ella, unaware of the pivotal role he played in her life. Mariah, cautious about revealing the complete truth, shared, "There was an incident that changed our lives, and Ella lost her father." The words hung in the air, not the whole truth but a narrative carefully crafted to navigate the delicate terrain of Adam's lost memories.Curiosity sparked in Adam's eyes, and he asked, "How was he?" Mariah's tears welled up as she gaze
Pete had to meet Mason, he had to see him with his own eyes to believe that he was alive. He had to make up for all the years that they had lost.Pete couldn't believe his eyes as he entered the cafe and saw Mason, alive and well, gazing out of the window. It felt like witnessing a miracle, a reunion he had never dared to dream of. The years of separation, the grief, all seemed suspended in that moment.Mason's eyes met Pete's, and a surge of recognition and emotion washed over them both. Without a word, Mason stood up, memories flooding back. Pete, his heart pounding, rushed toward Mason, and they embraced tightly. As they sat down, the weight of unspoken words hung in the air. There was so much to say, so many questions, yet neither of them uttered a single word for a long while. The reunion was more than just physical; it was a reconciliation of emotions, a silent dialogue that spoke volumes. Each passing moment carried the weight of unspoken apologies, gratitude for the unexpect
Pete's heart tightened as he sensed an unspoken turmoil in Mariah. "What's the matter, Mariah? Is everything alright?" he asked, his concern etched on his face. Mariah met his gaze, a smile masking the pain in her eyes. Yet, as she looked at Pete, tears welled up, and a flood of memories crashed over her—the moments with Adam, Pete, and Mason in the mansion."Ella, my sweetheart. Come here," she called her daughter, fighting to maintain composure. Mariah hugged Ella tightly, trying to shield her from the storm within. "Can you play in your room for a while? Mommy needs to talk with Uncle Pete and Aunt Blaire." Ella, sensing her mother's distress, smiled and kissed Mariah on the cheek. "Anything for you, Mommy," she replied, leaving the room.Pete exchanged a worried glance with Blaire, the heaviness of the unspoken hanging in the air. "Mariah, what's going on?" he asked softly, his voice a gentle plea for her to share the burden.As Ella skipped away to her room, Mariah took a deep br
The sun dipped below the horizon, casting a warm, golden glow over the city. Mariah stood at the familiar meeting spot, her heart racing with anticipation and anxiety. Mason had asked her to meet him there, promising to take her to Adam. But there was a condition - they had to pretend to be just friends in front of Adam, a charade of normalcy to shield him from the complexities of their past.As Mason approached, Mariah could see the concern etched in his eyes. He gently squeezed her hand, offering reassurance in his touch. "Remember, Mariah, we have to be careful. Adam's mind is fragile right now. We don't want to overwhelm him."Mariah nodded, her throat tight with the emotions she was trying to suppress. "I understand, Mason. I'll do whatever it takes to help him."They walked together towards the house Mason and Adam had been living for years. Mariah's steps felt heavy, each one carrying the weight of the unknown. The journey was filled with silence, both lost in their thoughts. M
Mariah's hand trembled as she reached out to touch Mason's shoulder. Her voice, barely a whisper, called his name into the air, a mixture of hope and fear hanging in the space between them. Mason slowly turned, his face shrouded in shadow.As he turned around, Mariah's breath caught in her throat. It was Mason, but not the Mason she remembered. He looked different, he had a scar on his forhead."Mason?" she called out tentatively, her voice barely audible over the din of the street.Mason turned around, his eyes widening in astonishment. He recognized Mariah instantly, and a mix of emotions flickered across his face—surprise, happiness, and a tinge of sadness. He couldn't believe his eyes, he never thought he'd be seeing her again like this."M...Mariah," Mason said, his voice filled with surprise. Mariah's voice quivered as she spoke, her eyes never leaving his face. "You're....you're alive.We thought you were gone. How... how is this possible?""We can't talk here, we need to go so
Years had passed since Mariah had embarked on her journey of motherhood alone. She had found solace in the peaceful surroundings of her remote haven and had given birth to a beautiful daughter, whom she had named Ella. The name held a special place in her heart, a promise she had made to the love of her life, Adam. Mariah cried the day Ella was born, she wanted Adam to see how beautiful she was. She missed him the most that day. She had chosen to raise Ella as a single mother, embracing her role with a fierce determination to provide for and protect her child. She had become both mother and father to Ella, filling their lives with love, strength, and the memory of the extraordinary man who had once been a part of their world.Ella was a spirited and curious child, with a spark of her father's personality. Mariah often found herself gazing into her daughter's eyes and seeing the reflection of the man she had loved so deeply. Ella had inherited Adam's smile and his beautiful eyes, the
Time had a way of moving forward, even in the wake of tragedy. For Mariah, the days grew longer, each one marked by a sense of longing for the man she had loved so deeply. Yet, as her pregnancy continued to progress, a new chapter of her life began to unfold, one that held both challenges and moments of unexpected joy.Blaire had been a steadfast presence by Mariah's side, offering comfort, support, and friendship when she needed it most. Pete, too, had shown unwavering support, reminding Mariah that she wasn't alone in this journey.One sunny morning, as Mariah sat by the window, she gently placed her hand on her growing belly. It was a tender moment, filled with a mixture of emotions. She whispered softly to the baby, as if sharing secrets and stories about the father they both missed dearly.As Mariah's due date inched closer, she found herself increasingly haunted by the memories of Adam in the city they had once called home. All of of it served as constant reminders of the love th
The hospital room was a stark contrast to the chaos and violence that had recently engulfed their lives. Blaire and Mariah rushed in, their footsteps echoing in the sterile environment. It was a relief to see Pete, albeit injured, sitting on the hospital bed, but the sight of his battered and powder-covered face spoke volumes about the ordeal he had endured.Blaire wasted no time. She moved quickly, her heart heavy with concern and fear. She ran to Pete's side, throwing her arms around him in a tight, desperate hug. He winced in pain from his injuries but welcomed her embrace. In that moment, they both found solace in each other's presence, a rare moment of comfort amid the turmoil.Mariah's eyes darted around the room, scanning for familiar faces, for any sign of Adam and Mason. Her anxiety grew with each passing second, and her pulse quickened as she realized that the two people who meant the most to her were nowhere to be found.She turned her attention back to Pete, her voice quiv