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SETH RIVERA AND THE ULTIMATE BLACK CARD DAHLIA
“Good morning Mrs Dahlia, I hope you were able to get more than enough sleep than I did. To be honest, I didn't sleep a wink, a lot of things kept me awake. “But anyway, I'm alright now and I'm heading home for a shower then I'll return to meet you at the hospital. The lawyer was not able to get me a bail, but he said would try to get me one by eight. I'll be here by then, don't worry. “And Aidan? Is he still in the hospital?” She asked, wondering why he was obliged to attend to their family member anyway. “Yes he is.” He replied curtly, “and with the current situation of things, I suggest it would be best if we were to put a halt to our communication,” he added, glancing around to make sure no one heard him. He could tell Grandma Patterson had her eyes on him even though Phoebe claimed he was over thinking things a lot. “Oh, I also took care of our call histories and amended it to perfection. If you go through
SETH RIVERA AND THE ULTIMATE BLACK CARD WRECKING
“Grandma what you did was not cool,” Phoebe cried, shutting the door behind her as she stormed inside the house. The light from the TV is the only source of lighting in the dimly lit living room. Her grandma's loud cackle filled the entire room, as she fed her eyes with the characters and drama that displayed on the television. “And what did I do my dear?” She inquired, craning her neck in the direction of a very annoyed Phoebe. “Leaving Seth to tend to Aidan all alone,” she flared, her chest heaving up and down as she spoke while her Grandma watched in sheer amusement, “ Grandma you embarrassed him by making a scene at your arrival in the reception,” “Oh please,” she chuckled softly, returning her eyes to the television in front of her, “you are overthinking the entire thing,” “No I am not grandma,” she insisted, trudging towards the centre of the living room,. obstructing her view,
SETH RIVERA AND THE ULTIMATE BLACK CARD LOST BOND
The air around them was cold and Phoebe heaved a cloud of smoke. It hadn't even started to snow yet and the weather was already that cold. They had known that the winter would be a little extra cold than normal and everyone seemed to be preparing well for it. All save for the Patterson family, the situation on their hands was just time consuming and they wondered if they would ever finish the one on their plate before more would get served up. After a short argument, Phoebe had stepped out to get some air and her husband went with her while grandma remained to scold her own granddaughter. After a while of relaxing and taking control over her emotions, Phoebe returned into the hospital main building and found her parents sitting apart on two distant chairs. But instead of trying to talk to her grandmother and her sister to resolve like she always did, she walked towards her mother and wherever she went, Seth followed. “Mom, are you hungry? Let me buy you breakfast so we
SETH RIVERA AND THE ULTIMATE BLACK CARD AIDAN FALL OUT
Phoebe really got a big shock something that she had never expected to hear in her lifetime when she heard the voice of Gloria. Claire looked surprised too. Phoebe had revealed to Claire her problems with Gloria but she did not expect him to follow her here. “Gloria?” Phoebe asked more to herself and turned to Claire who was nodding. “Come in,” Claire said so she could stand up and open the door for the young man. After a couple of minutes Gloria entered the living room looking very much stressed and exhausted. Phoebe was equally anxious and concerned at what the doctor would tell her. “Why are you here?” Phoebe inquired after attempting to control her emotions. The look in Gloria’s eyes softened as he looked at her. “Phoebe I must have a word with you, it is quite urgent.” Feeling the heat, Claire felt she needed to back off from the two men. “I’ll be in the kitchen if you need me” she stated, and walked out the room shutting the door behind her. Gloria thus noticed puzzl
SETH RIVERA AND THE ULTIMATE BLACK CARD FAMILY MISUNDERSTANDING
That’s the complete scope of feelings which were in Aidan: fear, guilt, anger. But most importantly there was a feeling of a little hope. Perhaps, and it is only perhaps, that she and Julian could fight through this. Together. “Alright,” he said getting up and walking towards her. "Let's do this. " And thus, to work, Aidan appeared to be improving; they at least served to improve his mood. For the first time in a long time he wasn’t alone in this situation. And perhaps, they could ensure that the family did not succumb to the gloom that was enveloping all the family members. The couple spent time until midnight every day reading different papers, as well as using their phone. They later devised a strategy on how to handle the threats and ensured the family’s wealth was secured. It would not be an easy endeavour but it was a starting point educating the public on breast cancer. After they finished the whole night was left and the first hints of dawn could be noticed. Aidan turn
SETH RIVERA AND THE ULTIMATE BLACK CARD SEEKING FOR SOLUTIONS
Seth had to go shopping and get some memorable gifts for Phoebe at the nearest mall before the event. He wanted to lighten up her mood or in one way or the other try to prove that he was there for her when she was down. Strolling through the crowded mall he suddenly remembered all the hard trials and problems which are affectionately stressing Phoebe. He wanted the gifts to have a meaning that would indicate to her that he would always be there for her. First, he went to a jewelry store because Phoebe likes meaningful gifts and jewelry. They seem so special to her. Finally, he picked a small gold chain with the tree inlayed in the clasp. The tree signified strength, growth, and again fusion, of the family bond; their relationship, and their commitment to each other. Then, Seth went to a bookstore to get a book that he knew his wife Phoebe, who was a book wormer would like. He saw a beautiful book of poems by Oliver Mary and he thought it would be perfect for her because she
SETH RIVERA AND THE ULTIMATE BLACK CARD HELPLESS SASHA
Sophie fate was rather optimistic as Phoebe, and she felt happy and hopeful. “Yes, you are right, we have each other and that is what counts.” The next morning a positive event occurred. Seth’s friends got crucial evidence that could point to the fact that Aidan’s friends are involved in the act and could assist the family to liberate themselves from them. This was rather risky but they had to do it as this was the only option left. They were in the living room to prepare to take photographic evidence to Aidan: Phoebe, Seth, and Gloria. He brought the tension of the house with him when he walked in. “We have everything we need to stop them,” Seth said, handing a folder of the evidences to scaring Aidan. “But we do need your assistance, and truthfulness.” Aidan took the folder and he could feel his hand slightly trembling. Looking at the necessary papers he supplements frightened to become determined. “Okay Let me in There - Yes, Let’s do it There - Yes, I am ready to muster the ac
SETH RIVERA AND THE ULTIMATE BLACK CARD MARLIN PLAN
The day after, Sasha was thinking about what happened the night before with Seth. She decided to talk to Marlin, who is one of her close friends, about it. What Sasha didn't know was that Marlin had feelings for Seth's wife, Phoebe, and was quietly influencing Sasha to create problems for Seth. Sasha went to Marlin's apartment, which was very elegant. Marlin, a confident man in his mid-thirties, greeted Sasha with a smile, hiding his true intentions. "Hey, Sasha. Come in," Marlin said, stepping aside for her to come in. Sasha sat down on the couch. "Thanks, Marlin. I needed to talk about last night." Marlin looked interested. "Sounds important. Want some coffee?" "Sure, thanks," Sasha said, trying to organize her thoughts. Marlin got them both coffee and sat down opposite her. "So, what's on your mind?" Sasha took a sip of her coffee and sighed. "It's about Seth. I tried to... well, I tried to get closer to him last night, but he said no." Marlin looked satisfied. "He said no?
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"What Regret"
“Regret,” she said with a sneer. Regret is just a euphemism for guilt. It doesn’t mean anything. It doesn’t wipe the slate clean, and it definitely does not heal the mess that you made.‘Christian,’ she said softly, ‘don’t come any closer.’ He stopped, as she decided to step back from him.Phoebe flared up again and asked him: “You said you came for the truth?” “Fine. Here’s the truth, Christian. I loved you. With everything I had. And you destroyed me. You were able to make me question myself in ways that I never knew existed. And now you stand here, asking me for what? Closure? Redemption? Forgiveness?”“No,” he said firmly. All I am demanding is an opportunity to prove that I can improve.” That I am better.”She scoffed. “And you believe that one conversation is going to make a difference?” You think I can just what? Stare at you and forget the years I struggled to climb up the ladder and get a life again?“No,” he repeated again, and there was no quiver in his voice. “But I can’t
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Need You
Christian did not answer this for a while. He looked down, his hands were tightly bunched into fists at his sides. “I know it caused pain,” he said, his voice rising in a hoarse whisper. “I know I can’t undo that. But I can’t just let things be this way. Not anymore. If that means living with your hatred then let it be so.Phoebe only chuckled bitterly and began to pace in front of the fire. ‘Christian, you keep saying all the right things.’ Saying sorry, admitting my mistake, promising to take my anger on myself. But you don’t seem to understand. It’s not about you. Not anymore.”He stared at her with a frown on his face. “Then what is it about?”“It’s about me,” she said angrily, turning to him. ‘That’s about the years I’ve spent struggling to climb out of the pit you dug for me to fall into.’ It is about finding out how to be independent, how to live without the feeling that my chest is going to collapse. It’s about healing, or at least, about trying to put myself back together aft
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Believe inYou
Phoebe shook her head, her arms wrapped around herself. “You don’t get it, Christian. Other people also had the same feeling as you; they were scared. I was terrified too. Of losing you, of not being good enough. But I stayed. I fought. And you didn’t.”“I know,” he said and his eyes welled up with tears. “And I hate myself for that. I wish I could have been stronger and did not leave when I did. But I’m here now, Phoebe. And I’m not running this time.”She glared at him and her eyes were red with rage, hurt and something else which she could not describe. “You say that now,” she whispered. But what happens when things get hard again? This begs the question, what happens when the cracks start to show?“They won’t,” he said firmly. “Because I’ve come to realize that running in particular does not solve anything. It just leaves a trail of broken pieces behind.”Phoebe only shook her head and a tear rolled down her face. She gently removed it as if she was embarrassed to show her weaknes
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“I’m confused”
It’s convenient. You were waiting until you felt I was ready and powerful enough to take the news. Until you thought I didn’t need you anymore.”“That is not true,” Christian said quickly, getting up, his voice a high pitched note. “I have been taking this guilt with me every day since I left.” I did not return because of convenience. I returned because I could not continue living such a life knowing that I destroyed something that was wonderful.Phoebe whirled on her toes, glaring. “And what about me? Have you ever thought what it feels like to wake up every day with the marks you have made on others? To have to break yourself down and begin to build yourself up again from scratch just to have the one who was responsible for tearing you down appear with an apology?”“I do now,” he said quietly. “Because I do, I see it in your eyes. I hear it in your voice. And I hate myself for being the reason it’s there.”She was breathing raggedly, her hands were balled up at her sides. “You don’t
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Either you believe or not
Christian sighed deeply and rested his hands on the table. “I am a man who wants to know how to accept what I have done. To challenge it, rather than avoiding it. To be able to admit that I can change the future but I can’t change the present and I can’t change the past.”Phoebe scoffed. ‘You really believe that taking responsibility is sufficient?’ You really believe that saying you were wrong in any of this makes it alright?”“No,” Christian said quickly. “It doesn’t make it okay. Nothing can make it okay. But it’s a start, isn’t it? A step toward being better. Towards becoming a person who does not destroy things.”Phoebe looked at her sister with her face impassive and then shook her head. “You want to be better? Good for you. But you don’t get to use me as your redemption arc. I am not some check-point on your way to self-improvement.”“I’m not asking you to be,” Christian said, his voice quiet, but commanding. I don’t need your forgiveness or your approval for anything I am doin
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Lingering pain
“Phoebe,” he started cautiously, “I’m not here to put more load on you regarding this.” I know you didn’t want any of this and I’m not going to say that I’m so great for coming here now. But I’ve been attempting to take responsibility for my actions. And part of that means realizing how much I caused you pain.”Phoebe’s lips formed, her arms drawn tightly around her in the manner of a shield. “It does not heal the wound, Christian.” Oh do you think that knowing you regret it will give me back the time I lost? The trust I lost? The parts of me that had to be reconstructed?”“No,” replied Christian, who now looked ashamed. “I don’t. And I’m not asking you to forget what I did or even forgive me. I just had to tell you that… I can see it now. I can now understand how self-centered I was and how unable to notice your suffering.She tilted her head to the side, her mouth tightening as she looked out the window and saw the rain running down the glass. “Blind, huh?” she said with much bitter
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All about Phoebe
Phoebe went back to the fire, her hands folding over her chest. For what seemed like a long time she did not respond. The fire crackled in the background, and its heat was the only thing that made the atmosphere between them warm.“What do you want from me, Christian?” she asked after a long time her voice was so low that it was barely audible.“Nothing,” he said quickly. “I don’t want anything from you. I just… I had to share it with you because it is the truth. To say sorry and let you understand that I noticed your suffering. That I see you.”Phoebe only managed to stifle a sarcastic laugh. “You see me now? That’s rich. Where was this clarity two years ago?”Christian moved a little closer and spoke slowly and calmly as if he was pleading with her. I was blind back then Phoebe.” As if the rest of the world does not exist, or, at least, I don’t exist to the rest of the world. But now… now I see everything I should have seen before. I understand how powerful you are, how much you inv
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Get rewarded
“Sorry isn’t enough,” said Phoebe, tears rolling down her cheeks. “They think they can just come out and apologize and that’s the end of it.”“I’m not expecting that,” Christian said quickly. I know that I can never reverse the wrong I have done. But I had to tell you. I had to stop bringing this with me without doing something about it.”Phoebe exhaled hard and then rested her weight against the windowsill. “Well, did you even know what you left behind?” “How much I had to tidy up after you?”“I’ve thought about it,” Christian said, softly. “But I know that thinking about it isn’t the same as living it. I still can’t fathom how difficult it must have been for you.”Phoebe looked at her and shook her head, fuming again. “And you didn’t just hurt me, Christian.” You made me doubt, everything, including us, including myself. I used so much time thinking why am I not enough. Why I couldn’t repair whatever was ailing you.”Christian cringed as if the words that came out of her mouth had h
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Another Game
One part of him wanted to kick Christian out, shut the door and never see him again. But there was another part, a lesser, more contemplative part of him that was interesting. What if Christian really had transformed? What if this wasn’t just another one of his games?“Alright,” Phoebe said in the end, the word coming out sounding more like a bitter grumble. “You want to talk? Talk. ‘I’m not making any guarantees here,’ I tell him.Christian nodded and his shoulders dropped down as well. He looked around the room, and then looked at the couch. “Do you mind if we sit?”Phoebe frowned, then reluctantly gestured at the couch with a nod. He stayed on his feet, leaning with his arms folded against the wall, a defensive air about him.Christian leaned back on the couch, placing his elbows on his knees and his hands on top of each other. He looked at the floor for a moment with a blank face, then he said something.“I know I hurt you. And not just once—repeatedly. You wanted to help me and I
