One afternoon, as the sun cast a warm glow across the living room, Ethan approached Jude with a hopeful expression. "Dad, can we see our Mom again? We miss her."Jude sighed softly, his gaze troubled. "Ethan, you have your Mum already with you.""Dad, I mean Amelia," Ethan spoke with a frown on his face."No Jude. You know things are complicated right now."Noah joined his older brother, his eyes wide with earnestness. "But Dad, Amelia was nice to us. We want her back."Jude's heart clenched at the sincerity in his sons' voices. He knew that he was responsible for the growing distance between them and the woman they had grown to love. "Boys, you have to understand that things have changed."Ethan's brow furrowed in confusion. "But why, Dad? Why did things change?"Jude's gaze softened as he looked at them.Noah's face scrunched up in thought. "Dad, we know you and Amelia disagreed, but don't you think you should have reconciled with her?"Jude hesitated, unsure of how to answer Ehan's
Vera's eyes fluttered open, her vision blurred as her consciousness slowly returned. She blinked against the drowsiness, her surroundings coming into focus. The room was unfamiliar, the soft hues of the walls bathed in the gentle glow of daylight.Confusion tugged at the edges of her thoughts as she tried to piece together where she was and how she had gotten here.With a slight groan, Vera pushed herself up into a sitting position, her head spinning slightly from the disorientation. She glanced around the room, taking in the unfamiliar furnishings and the subtle elegance that permeated the space. It was a stark contrast to the home she had shared with Donald, a world away from the life she had known.As her eyes roamed the room, questions filled her mind. How had she ended up here? Where in the world was she? She couldn't shake the feeling of being adrift, caught in a sea of uncertainty.And then, just as a sense of unease began to settle over her, the room's door swung open. Vera's
The bustling mall was filled with shoppers going about their weekend errands, and amidst the lively atmosphere, Amelia moved with a purposeful stride. She had ventured to the mall to purchase some much-needed items for herself.Her baby bump was becoming more pronounced now, a visible testament to the new chapter in her life.As she reached the checkout counter with her items neatly arranged on the conveyor belt, she felt a gentle tap on her shoulder.Startled, she turned around, and her eyes widened in surprise as she saw the familiar face before her. It was Dub."Dub?" Amelia exclaimed, a mixture of astonishment and delight in her voice. "Is that really you?"Dub's warm smile stretched across his face as he nodded. "Yes, it's me, Amelia. It's been a while, hasn't it?"Amelia's heart raced as she took in Dub's presence.The memories of how Dub had been sacked from Horopax company because of her, their past relationship and the complicated circumstances that had unfolded flashed throu
Days stretched into a seemingly endless sequence of sorrow for Vera. The weight of her grief bore down on her like an unrelenting storm, leaving her feeling adrift in a sea of pain.She cried helplessly, her tears a testament to the depth of her emotions. Donald's absence was a void she couldn't fill, a wound that refused to heal.One day, as the sun cast a muted glow through the window, Vera turned to Albert, her eyes red and swollen from days of weeping. Her voice trembled as she spoke, her emotions a raw edge in her words."Albert, I can't keep living like this. I need to know what happened to Donald. How did he... how did we lose him?"Albert's heart constricted at Vera's plea, the guilt of his actions weighing heavily on him. He took a deep breath, his gaze steady as he tried to find the right words. "Vera, I need you to listen to me carefully. What I'm about to tell you is difficult, but it's the truth."Vera nodded, her gaze fixed on him, her eyes a mixture of apprehension and
Jude's hands tightened around the steering wheel as he navigated through the familiar city streets on his way back from work.The day had been a mix of meetings, emails, and the usual demands of his job. He glanced at his phone, noticing an incoming call from an unknown number. Puzzled, he swiped to answer."Hello?" he said, his voice carrying a hint of curiosity."Hello, Jude," a voice on the other end greeted him. It was a voice he hadn't heard in a while, but one that he recognized instantly. Laura. He knew Laura to be Judith's friend.A mix of surprise and wariness washed over him. "Laura? How did you get my number?"There was a pause on the other end before Laura's voice responded. "Let's just say I have my ways, Jude.""Really?" Jude said as he smiled.There was a soft sigh on the other end of the line. "I know you must be surprised to hear from me. I just wanted to talk, if you're willing."Jude's grip on the steering wheel tightened as he weighed his options. He wasn't sure he
In the aftermath of the news of Donald's death, Vera found herself navigating a path toward healing and understanding. That afternoon, as Vera was sitting on one of the sofas in the living room, Albert walked up to her."Vera," Albert had said, "I know how important it is for you to talk to Donald's parents. As soon as they're back in the country, we'll try to arrange a meeting with them.""Really? Are they out of the country?" Vera asked in surprise."Yes, I heard they are. They left two days ago. I guess they found the pain of Donald's death so unbearable, that they felt the need to change their environment for a while."As the days passed, Vera's desperation to reach out to Donald's parents grew, However, as she attempted to reach out to them, frustration became her constant companion.She tried calling Donald's parents' phone numbers on different occasions, but their calls were met with unending silence – her calls simply wouldn't go through.She sat in her living room, her phon
Amelia sat in a leather chair, her fingers dancing across the sleek surface of her desk at Malipine Group, one of the investments the Late Mr Williams had willed to her.Malipine Group was a sprawling conglomerate of businesses that spanned industries from technology to real estate. It was a legacy she had never imagined herself inheriting, but now, it was flourishing in her capable hands.Under her leadership, the company had experienced remarkable growth and diversification. Amelia had always possessed a keen business acumen, and she had worked tirelessly to expand her father's vision. She had forged partnerships, explored new markets, and ensured that the Malipine Group remained at the forefront of innovation.Today, she was reviewing the quarterly reports, her eyes scanning the figures and projections.The success of the company was undeniable, and it was a testament to her dedication and hard work. But as her gaze flickered across the digital screens, a name caught her attention
Vera decided to pay a visit to her late husband's parents, Donald's parents, to offer her condolences and share in their grief. She believed they must have returned to the country.It had been months since Donald's sudden passing, and she felt that it was time to reconnect with the people who had been a significant part of her life for so long.Vera had no idea if Donald's parents would be around. She had not been able to get through to them all this while. As she drove down the winding road that led to Jeff's flamboyant home, her heart began to race. She felt a mix of anticipation and anxiety. She had missed the sound of chirping birds, the fresh scent of pine trees, and the comforting warmth of their home. Vera parked her car and made her way up the cobblestone path to the front door. She rang the doorbell, her heart pounding in her chest.Seconds felt like hours as she waited, her mind racing with thoughts of what to say when she saw Mr. and Mrs. Jeff. She had rehearsed her words