All Chapters of Her Ex-husband's Deception : Chapter 131 - Chapter 140

James Reynolds stood in the hallway, listening to the muffled voices of his grandchildren coming from the living room. Pietro had just dropped off Jared and Lorenzo, for a playdate with their half-brother Liam, so he could attend a work meeting. As the door closed behind Pietro, James felt the weight of the situation settle heavily on his shoulders. His son, Jason, had brought so much pain and chaos into their lives, and the guilt of his actions gnawed at him constantly.James walked to the living room doorway and peered inside. Jared, Lorenzo, and Liam were sitting on the floor, surrounded by toys and games, their innocent faces clouded with worry and sadness. Jared, the oldest, spoke with a maturity that belied his seven years.“I don’t like Daddy,” Jared said, his voice firm. “He took Mommy away, and now we can’t see her.”Lorenzo, looked up with wide, tear-filled eyes. “I miss Mommy. When will she come back?”Liam, wrapped an arm around Lorenzo’s shoulders, trying to comfort h

Skylar sat on the edge of the narrow bed in the small spare room Jason had moved her to, her hands resting protectively over her growing belly. She had calculated that she was around six months pregnant, a feat she had managed to keep hidden from Jason for longer than she had thought possible. But now, the signs were becoming too apparent: the leg cramps, the dizzy spells, the swelling in her feet, and the incessant itchiness of her stretched skin.She glanced around the room, its bare walls and single window giving little comfort. Jason had relaxed some of his restrictions, allowing her to move freely around the house more. The illusion of freedom did little to alleviate the fear that gnawed at her insides. Her baby was a fighter, clinging to life against all odds, and Skylar knew she had to find a way to protect them both.Two days later, as she cleared the remnants of their lunch, a wave of dizziness washed over her. She grabbed the edge of the table to steady herself, but her vi

Skylar reclined on the worn-out couch in the small cabin, her hands gently resting on her swollen belly. Each kick, each flutter of her baby provided her with a glimmer of hope. Despite the dire circumstances, the signs of life within her reassured her that her child was still fighting, just as she was.Jason had become more attentive as her pregnancy progressed. His paranoia seemed to have ebbed, replaced by a strange kind of domesticity. He cooked for her, brought her water, and insisted she rest more often. It was a disconcerting shift, but Skylar took advantage of his softened demeanour to conserve her strength and protect her baby.One evening, as the sun dipped below the horizon, painting the sky in hues of orange and pink, Skylar sat on the porch, gently rocking back and forth. Jason had gone into town to get supplies, leaving her alone for the first time in weeks. She closed her eyes, listening to the rustle of the leaves and the distant call of birds.A sharp kick jolted h

When the police received Elena’s call and address, they immediately set out to arrest Jason. Detective Harrison, leading the operation, instructed Emilio and Pietro to stay inside the car while they attempted to communicate with Jason. The sirens blared, causing Jason to panic. His fear intensified as the police called out to him with their megaphone, ordering him to surrender. Pietro’s impatience got the best of him. Elena had informed the police that Jason was armed, but as time dragged on, Pietro’s worry for Skylar overwhelmed his caution. Ignoring Detective Harrison’s orders, he made his way into the house. The security alarm and locks had been disengaged by Elena, allowing Pietro easy entry. As he stepped into the living room, he was met with a horrifying sight. Elena and Skylar were covered in blood. Pietro’s heart sank, fearing the worst, until Skylar let out a groan. His eyes landed on the very obvious bump she was sporting. At the same time, her eyes found his, and Pietro

Skylar and Pietro finally had a moment alone, a brief respite from the whirlwind of emotions and visitors that had surrounded them since her rescue. The hospital room was quiet, with only the gentle beeping of monitors filling the space. Pietro pulled a chair close to Skylar’s bed, taking her hand in his.“I’m so sorry, Pietro,” Skylar began, her voice trembling. “I should have listened to everyone. I should have stayed inside and rested, especially knowing the danger I was in. But I didn’t, and look what happened.”Pietro shook his head, his eyes softening with love. “No, Skylar. You don’t need to apologize. What happened wasn’t your fault. Jason’s actions were unpredictable. The important thing is that you’re safe now.”Skylar looked down, tears pooling in her eyes. “But I feel so guilty. I put our baby at risk. I- I didn’t even know I was pregnant. And I wasn’t there for our family.”Pietro gently lifted her chin, forcing her to meet his gaze. “Skylar, stop. None of this is yo