Ann hesitated for a moment before deciding to share her thoughts. "But why call her a bastard? What has she done to you?"There was a moment of silence, so Ann spoke up again."I attended a friend's birthday party today, and it was there I got to know that the two are back together. So tell me, why the sudden hatred for Judith?" "I'm glad you reached out, Ann. It's a complex situation, and I'm willing to talk about it."Ann appreciated Laura's willingness to open up."You see, Judith has been avoiding me lately.""Really? Is there a reason behind that?" Ann became inquisitive.Laura's voice held a note of resignation. "Yes, there is. Ever since I helped her reconnect with Jude, things have been different between us."Ann leaned forward, her curiosity piqued. "Different in what way?"Laura sighed softly. "It's hard to explain, but I can sense a distance between us. We used to talk and meet up regularly, but now it's as if she's deliberately keeping her distance.""I see," Ann said tho
The night had deepened into a sea of inky darkness by the time Frank arrived at his house, the quiet streets illuminated only by the soft glow of streetlights.His car's tires whispered against the pavement as he pulled into his driveway, his mind a swirl of conflicting emotions.Vera's unconscious form lay gently cradled in the passenger seat beside him, a testament to the unexpected turn of events that had unfolded.Carefully, Frank turned off the engine and sat there for a moment, his gaze fixed on Vera's peaceful face. Her chest rose and fell in a rhythmic pattern, the steady cadence of her breathing a source of both reassurance and concern.He knew that the decision he had made was a pivotal one, and the road ahead was riddled with uncertainty.With a resolute exhale, Frank, unbuckled his seatbelt and turned to Vera. Gently, he reached over and touched her cheek, his touch light and tender.He was amazed at the courage he had found to bring Vera here. It was a decision he felt co
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