Mariah was getting better each passing day, Adam made sure of it. He wanted her to just think of all the happy things and forget about everything that had happened but it still worried Adam since Sophia told him that Mariah needed to accept everything in order to heal completely. Adam didn’t know what he needed to do for Mariah to heal the deep scars that he had left on her.He wanted Mariah to confront his abuser in order to get a closure but then it would trigger the trauma she suffered because of him. Adam was in dilemma but it wasn’t his decision to make, Mariah had to decide if she wanted to try and forget about everything and suppress her memories from her past or she wanted to face the man she feared the most and who could trigger her trauma.Adam took Mariah for a walk outside for her to get some fresh air.“Adam!” Mariah turned towards him.“Hmm?” “I want to see him,” Mariah said in a low but audible voice. “But Mariah, you’re not-”Mariah held his hand before he could comp
Ivan’s chapter had been closed for Mariah, she was now starting a new chapter and this time she decided to be the one to write it. It didn’t end for Adam, he still had to do something about him. He couldn’t just keep Ivan in his basement forever and it was true that if he killed him, it would start a war. “We’re going to Russia,” Adam commanded.“What are you thinking of doing, Adam. You know his father won’t just let you go after seeing what we did to his son,” Mason was concerned about Ivan’s father, he knew his stepbrother won’t be a problem since they don’t get along from the beginning but he Ivan’s father was the one they had to deal with.“I aware of that Mason, but we can’t just kill him or keep him here forever.”“But there are other ways we-”“Mason, I need to do this for Mariah. I have to make sure that piece of shit never leaves Russia again. His father is the only man who can make sure of that,” Adam said and Mason knew that it was the end of discussion. He was doing it
“Hey Pete, can you drop me at Blaire’s house. The last time I called her, she sounded a bit off. I want to make sure that she’s fine, or I won’t be able to eat or sleep,” Mariah begged Pete to take her to Blaire’s house. Mariah and Blaire have been friends for many years now and they know each other well. Mariah could tell that something was not right when Blaire told her that she wanted to stay away from boys for a while but she didn’t say why.Mariah wasn’t sure what happened to but she knew that she had to be there for her friend since Blaire has always been beside her through thick and thin.Pete knew what had been bothering Blaire, he knew that he was the reason why she was sad. He dumped her on the night she asked him out and not only that, he was the one who kissed her first. Pete broke her heart but it was needed to be done someday and he decided to do it before things got more complicated between them. Adam had left Pete in charge of taking care of Mariah as he was the only o
Adam wanted to surprise Mariah, so he specifically asked Pete to not tell Mariah of his arrival.“Hi,” Adam said softly and smiled while leaning against the door of his room. Mariah recognized this voice, she would have recognized this voice anywhere and his scent was encrypted in Mariah’s head, how could she ever forget the scent of the man who makes her feel special, who is her safe place. Mariah jumped and rushed towards Adam to hug him.For a moment, Adam was startled as he hadn’t seen this side of Mariah. She was now accepting to truly love herself and others. Adam felt like he was the happiest man in the world, he embraced Mariah in his arms tightly. He was afraid that if he didn’t hold her tight enough, she would disappear. “I missed you so much,” Adam whispered and Mariah blushed at his words.“I missed you more,” she replied and pulled away to give Adam a kiss on the cheek. Adam wasn’t expecting it, he looked at Mariah in disbelief but she was too embarrassed to make an eye
“Adam!”“Yes, love.”Mariah was happy to be close to even, she missed him when he wasn’t around. She was completely head over heals for him, but there was something she was always afraid of. She was afraid of losing him, he was not doing a normal job like others. He was surrounded by guns and bullets all day long and that was what worried Mariah. She didn’t want him to get hurt, she wouldn’t be able to handle seeing him in pain.“Can you.... No, I want you to..,” Mariah was hesitant.“It’s okay sweetheart, you can tell me what’s on your mind,” Adam held her hand and squeezed it to make her a little less anxiously.“You love me, right?”“You mean the world to me and I’m madly in love with you. You complete me, Mariah. I’ve never been happier,” Adam kisses her hands and smiles at her.“I don’t want to lose you Adam, I cannot even imagine my life without you. I want to introduce to my parents, I want us to-,” Mariah wanted them to have a normal life where she didn’t had to worry about Ad
“You’re right about everything, Blaire. I do care for you and even if I keep telling myself that I don’t, the truth is I love you. I’ve loved you from the moment I laid my eyes on you, from the moment you almost chocked me to death when we first met,” Pete chuckled, reminiscing all the memories. “I’m sorry I keep pushing you away from me, I’m sorry I can’t tell you that I love you. My heart aches as much as yours, I keep thinking about you and some days the longing becomes so painful that I park my car in front of your house, just so I could catch a glimpse of you but I know that I don’t deserve you, I don’t even deserve your love but I wish I had the courage to tell you my true feelings when you’d be sober tomorrow, but I know I won’t. I won’t-for your sake,” Pete knew Blaire was fast asleep, he knew that she wouldn’t remember anything once she wakes up but he had to let it all out or else he would’ve gone crazy.“You’re so close to me, yet so far,” Pete kissed her forehead one last
“Mariah, I want you to meet someone,” Adam never thought there would be a day like this. He was happy, but there was still sadness in his eyes. Mariah noticed the sadness behind his smile, she told him that she’d get ready. Adam wore a formal dress as well.“Where are we going?” Mariah asked as Adam drove the car and headed outside the mansion.“Just a place very close to my heart. We’ll be there soon,” Adam replied and Mariah had no idea where he was taking her or was she going to meet.The buildings started to disappear and Mariah could now see the spread of green fields everywhere. The sky was clear and it was less chilly today. They were now far away from the city, the breeze ruffled through Mariah’s hair made her feel free.Adam stopped the car in front of a gate, two guards opened the gates and it looked like they were already anticipating their arrival. As Adam drove inside, Mariah realized that it was a huge farmhouse but the thing she didn’t understand was why did Adam brin
Adam’s world turned upside down when Mariah, delivered the heartening news that his father’s condition was improving. “Adam!” Mariah barged into his office, trying to catch her breath.Adam quickly left whatever he was doing and rushed towards where she was standing.“My love!Is everything okay?” Adam asked with his eyes full of concern.“Your father… Adam,” Mariah’s voice cracks as she delivers the news, “he’s awake.”“That’s impossible, it’s been years” Adam tries to control his emotions. For years Adam tried everything in his power to bring his father back to life but failed each time. He couldn’t believe Mariah’s words, he felt like it was all a dream and everything Mariah said wasn’t true.“It’s true, he still can’t move or speak but he can see and hear everything now,” Mariah grabs Adam’s hand and gives it a little squeeze to comfort him.“Mariah-,” Adam embraced Mariah in his arms and held her tightly. He felt so happy in this moment, he didn’t know what to do.“Can I see him
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