Suddenly, a man jumped from nowhere, holding Emily's hand, dragging her away from the speeding car! " That's too dangerous! You should flee when you have to." Emily was unable to balance herself and crashed against the man's chest, together with Sarah. " Ha!" The pain she was expecting seemed to be delayed by something, feeling a strong wall surrounding her. " It's okay, you are safe." Assuring words were the only thing echoing in Emily's ears, which she found to be strange. Wait?! Isn't she about to get hit by a car?! Instantly, she widened her eyes, glancing at the strong wall protecting her.Oh no! Emily turned to face the strong wall, but the strong wall was not what she thought it was! " Who ......are you?!" She pointed to the man who had just saved her, shakily, unable to comprehend what was going on. " I don't think that's the best way to thank the man who just saved you." The man grinned, winking playfully at her as he stood akimbo, scrutinizing Emily subtly.
" It's you.......I have.. been looking for you all these times......." This stunned Kael, his eyes flickering with the unfamiliar woman's eyes. He seized the woman up, but there was nothing about her that rang a bell. Immediately, he was charged up, ready to protect James at all costs, since only a few people could be aware of the secret identity. Winter frowned, glancing at James, who looked down at the woman, his expression unreadable. " Who are you?"'James demanded, not startled to hear someone calling out his alter ego. " How do you know my real identity?" His eyes were lazy, but the intensity and the strong aura from him were enough to caution anyone to be wary.The frail woman coughed out loud, grinning, her dull eyes that were lifelessly lit up! " I have finally found you....." She stuttered weakly, shaking her head. " You don't know me but I know you." " You better start talking!" Kael's patience was wearing thin! " I am Samantha, a widow who has suffered since my h
The sun was already sinking low when James, Kael, Winter, and Samantha finally reached the remote downhill village. They had agreed to take Samantha along to find more victims. The two-hour drive had been filled with little talk, each person lost in their thoughts about the “Blue Tribe” they sought, which was the next victim Winter discovered in the files. James’s face remained stoic, his focus unbreakable. Samantha, sitting beside Winter, gazed out the window, her thoughts somber as memories of her loss drifted back to her.As they entered the village, the scene was modest and quiet, with houses made of bricks, and villagers moving at a slow, unhurried pace. They inquired around, and a few villagers led them to a small, isolated house where the women of the Blue Tribe gathered. The group was greeted warmly, but James’s demeanor stayed reserved. There was an air of purpose about him that told everyone he wasn’t here for pleasantries.The woman in charge of the Blue Tribe st
James turned to Sarah with a grin. “Let’s get that doll,” he said and held Sarah’s hands. Together, they walked toward the stand, leaving Theo in awe of James’s determination.James stood in the middle of the high-end toy shop, looking around at the countless shelves filled with extravagant toys, each more elaborate than the last. There were dolls with custom outfits, miniature race cars, and carefully crafted puzzles. His gaze fell on a beautiful doll that Sarah had her heart set on. He reached for it and turned to the shop attendant, holding it up.“I would like to purchase this for my daughter,” he said simply.The shop attendant looked him up and down, her eyes narrowing. She didn’t seem impressed by his casual clothes, which looked out of place in the elegant store, which is more of another reason in reality why one shouldn't judge a book by its cover.“Are you sure, sir?” she asked, a slight smirk tugging at the corners of her mouth. “This doll is part of our exclusive lin
Theo walked quietly through the sterile white halls of the hospital, glancing at the room numbers until he finally reached Steven’s ward as directed by one of the nurses. Taking a deep breath, he knocked gently, letting his expression soften as he prepared to play the part he had rehearsed. He stepped inside to find Juliet, her face red and eyes puffy from crying, sitting on the edge of the bed.“Mrs. Thompson?” he asked softly. “I’m Theo… Emily’s friend. She told me a bit about what you’re going through, and I wanted to check in on you.”Juliet looked up, surprised to see a strange man in her front, and her eyes filled again with tears. “Emily… Emily’s done enough damage already,” she choked, her voice laced with bitterness. “If it weren’t for her stubbornness…the family wouldn’t be on the edge of ruin. My husband is suffering in this hospital bed because of the stress she has caused. We could have had everything! And she just… turned it all down.”Theo nodded sympathetically, lean
A confused look roamed across Winter's face as she witnessed Jessica walking lonely out of the house. Her eyes dilated, wondering what was going on. She glanced at Kael, but there was no expression on his face. His face was unreadable just like James'. " If you want to know what's wrong. You can ask her." Kael shrugged, uttering casually but his eyes held the weight of something that he knew. He could guess James was now aware of Jessica's plan which could result in the latter getting kicked out mercilessly. Well, he had warned her and there was little to what he could do at the moment. Although his eyes softened, watching Jessica appear alone, he couldn't let his feelings take control of him. Not at this moment. Winter immediately ran after Jessica, calling out to her loudly. " Jessica!" She lifted her hand, waving, " Hey hold up!" However, Jessica didn't answer and even increased her pace, shaking her head nonstop. The young medical practitioner didn't want to f
"Emily, you are the love I never thought I could get. With you, I don't have to bother about the moon and sun, cause they are not important to me like you. My heart is so full of ice, that only your hot presence could melt. Tell me, do you think I will trade my burning light for any other thing?" Those loving words from James seemed to touch and flicker something in Emily’s heart, a red shade slowly crept on her cheeks. She wanted to dance to the tune of his love and muttered, ‘’ Do you love me because I am your wife or…….’’‘’ Shh…..’’ James placed his right index finger on her lips, shaking his head as his head tilted sideways. ‘’ Let me see your beautiful face before you get an answer.’’He teased her, trying to study more of her exquisite jade facial features that were impossible to ignore. It was at this moment, Emily felt the need to lower her head, unable to comprehend the reason for her anxiousness. She rubbed the tips of her fingers as he avoided James’ gaze. ‘’ Y
An hour later, Emily and James arrived at the hospital. The car pulled up right at the parking lot and the duo stepped out of the car elegantly. Unknown to the two of them, Jessica watched them from afar, silently sitting in a particular Taxi. Her fists clenched on their own as her eyes flashed with a mixture of envy and jealousy, watching the two couple who looked so good together..One could see the passers-by at the hospital were stunned by the two attractive couple, holding their hands intimately. " Enjoy your time now Emily!" Jessica thought, her nostrils flaring quietly. " Soon, James will be mine whether you like it or not!" Resentment flooded her eyes, failing to hold back the malice that was dripping in her voice. The taxi owner at the driver seat, turned to the back seat, frowning, " Miss, I thought you are alighting from the hospital?" " Do I look like I am sick and when did I request that?!" Unable to hold back the molten anger flowing through her veins, s