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
Chapter : 1 The EncounterMariah had been on duty for the past 32 hours. She had little to no sleep and God knows when was the last time she ate because even she does not remember eating anything except a chocolate protein bar during her round break. Being a doctor is already exhausting but being a resident is worst of all. The only thing that’s been keeping her alive is her colleague and best friend Blaire and maybe some coffee too that she has been devouring for the past 3 hours. It’s not like she doesn’t love her job. She loves it. It’s what she has been wanting to do her whole life. She always thought of herself as a side character. Not having a fair skin or a perfect body, just a brunette with pitch black eyes and a bunny smile. Sometimes she would have to wear glasses to look a little mature as her baby face was of no help. She may not be the main character we see in movies but she’s kind. Yes, she’s kind and humble. She always envied those girls in the movies that had everyo
Adam’s back in his mansion and he’s furious. Someone tried to kill him. Adam has a lot of enemies and it was not a big deal that someone tried to kill him. But this time, he almost died if it wasn’t for the doctor who saved him, he would have been long gone. Adam was driving to one of the hotels he owned for a meeting but someone shot the tire of his car and he lost control of the it. He was injured but the real trouble was caused when a few men came running towards the car so Adam got out immediately. He instantly knew that all of this was planned by someone. He started running as the men chased him. His head got injured in the car wreck but he kept running but when he looked back to see of they’re still chasing him, he heard a gunshot and realized that one of them shot and the bullet went straight into his abdomen. It was not his first time getting shot. He is a mafia boss and was used to getting shot but he didn’t have hid men nor did he have Mason who would have protected him. H
Adam didn’t give a shit if Keith killed someone and he would have shot him right there but he couldn’t kill him as he wanted him alive. He wanted to know where Ariak was as he was up to no good. This time he wanted to end everything once and for all. Ariak ruined his life. He never go to say goodbye to his mother. His mother was killed in cold blood. And Ariak didn’t stop there, as now he’s after Adam, so he can get control of the mafia world. “Okay just come down and we’ll discuss everything,” Mason spoke. “ No. I won’t. Just move aside. Clear the path or she’ll die because of you,” Ketih says breathing heavily. He has no men by his side right now as he dismissed all of them because he was having a party and he didn’t wanted people to know his truth. The guards were all outside and ran for their life as soon as they heard the gunshot. Adam and his men cleared the stairway and let him come down. He still had a gun held against Mariah’s head. She came down along with him as she tho
The night falls but Mariah is still in Adam’s mansion. She feels so small in this huge room. She’s curled up on the floor with her head buried in her hands. She has been crying for a while now. She keeps thinking about the things she went through. After being held captive like this, she can’t help and is reminded of all the people who used to bully her due to her weight. They fat-shamed her. Even her parents were embarrassed by her. She tried so hard to lose weight and she eventually did but the scars were always there. She never forgot how people treated her, how her own classmates used to throw her bag and called her names. She suffered so much just because of her appearance. This is the reason Mariah never judged anyone by their looks. She always treated people the same because she went through so much pain herself. After loosing weight, Mariah finally thought that she would be able to lead a normal life form now on but life had different plans for her. She suffered greater traum
Mariah is shocked to hear what Adam just said. She can’t process anything. Why are they letting her go when she witnessed Adam shooting Keith on his leg? Why are they letting her go when they know that she can contact police after she’s out of here? All these questions flood Mariah’s head. Adam is standing right in front of Mariah and Mariah can feel her legs getting weak but she can’t show any weakness now. Not at this moment but she hasn’t eaten anything since yesterday. She hasn’t even had breakfast that the maid came in with into her room. She decided not to eat as she still thought that they might have poisoned the food. She doesn’t have any energy and her head hurts. Mariah looses control over her body and faints. Adam is quick to catch her in his arms but he’s shook at this sudden incident. Adam places Mariah on the couch present in the room and indicates Mason to bring water. He does as asked and brings a glass of water. Adam sprinkles water on her face and he’s relieved whe
Mason is in the car with Mariah. She has blindfolded by just like when they were first taking her to mansion with Keith. They do this to every single outsider to keep the mansion’s location hidden. Mason takes off the blindfold once they reach near Mariah’s apartment. “I’m sorry I doubted you, doctor and I’m sorry that you have to go through all this,” Mason speaks reluctantly. Mariah listens to Mason and is sure that he is the only close to normal person she’s met out of all Adam’s people. Mariah doesn’t reply as she’s distracted by the thoughts of the other gang. The gang in which Keith was. Ariak’s gang. They will definitely come for her to know Keith’s location and everything she witnessed in Adam’s mansion. Mason hands Mariah a brand new cellphone which brings her back from her thoughts. “This phone has a tracking chip fitted in it so always keep it with you. I have number saved in it as well so call me if somethings seems suspicious,” Mason continues, “And the police won’t be
Mariah didn’t do much after Mason dropped her off. After talking to Blaire, Mariah called her parents and her sister to listen to their voices as a day in Adam’s mansion felt like years. Every minute was hell for here. She didn’t know if she’ll ever get out of there alive. She’s still alive right now and she wanted to hug everyone she loved so badly but it isn’t possible through phone so she just heard their voices and it was more than enough for her.Lastly Mariah called her best friend, Rayan. He has been Mariah’s best friend since they were middle school. Mariah didn’t have much friends form middle school and high school. She was fat back then and everyone bullied her except Rayan. He was the first one to approach Mariah when she saw her sitting alone a bench watching girls play volleyball. Mariah left town to study medicine while Rayan doesn’t really have a permanent place to live. He now runs business alongside his father. Mariah never really knew what his father did even when
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