As the story ended, Zia looked up at Aiden. “Daddy, do you think our family will be happy like in the story?”Aiden hugged her tightly, kissing the top of her head. “I believe we will, Zia. We just have to stick together and be brave, just like the girl in the story.”Zia nodded, her trust in him unwavering. “I’ll be brave, Daddy. For you and for my baby sibling.”Tears pricked at Aiden’s eyes as he looked at his daughter, so full of hope and innocence. He vowed to himself that he would do everything in his power to protect her and ensure her constant happiness.As he tucked Zia into bed that night, he whispered a silent prayer for strength and guidance.The next morning, Aiden woke early, feeling a renewed sense of purpose. He dressed quickly and made his way to the kitchen, preparing breakfast for Zia himself. It was a small gesture, but it filled him with a sense of normalcy and comfort.As he flipped pancakes on the griddle, Zia appeared, rubbing her eyes and yawning. “Good mornin
Aiden mobilized his security team, heading to the coordinates Colin had provided after calling Greg to put him through. They moved quickly but cautiously, knowing that any wrong move could endanger Silvana.As they approached the location, they found the entrance to the underground bunker. Aiden’s heart pounded in his chest as they forced their way inside.Inside the bunker, Silvana heard the commotion above and felt a surge of hope. She banged on the walls, screaming for help.“Silvana! We’re coming!” Aiden’s voice echoed down the narrow stairway.Daniel’s face twisted in rage. “No! You can’t take her from me!” He grabbed Silvana, dragging her towards the back exit.Aiden and his team burst into the bunker, weapons drawn. They saw Daniel and Silvana struggling, and Aiden didn’t hesitate.“Let her go, Daniel!” Aiden shouted, his voice filled with fury.Daniel tightened his grip on Silvana. “She belongs to me!”With a swift motion, Aiden’s team lunged forward, but Daniel was quicker. H
“Silvana, stay with me,” he urged, his voice trembling with fear. He immediately called for an ambulance, but as he saw the blood pooling around her leg, he knew he couldn’t wait. “Hold on, Silvana,” he said, lifting her onto his shoulder with an urgency that belied his strength. “I’m going to get you to the hospital. Just hold on.”Silvana moaned softly in pain, her head lolling against his shoulder. “Aiden... it hurts.”“I know, sweetheart, I know,” Aiden said, his voice breaking. “But you have to stay awake. Keep talking to me. We’re almost there.”He placed her gently in the back seat of his car, climbing in beside her while one of his guards took the wheel. “Drive! Fast!” Aiden commanded, his tone leaving no room for hesitation.The guard nodded, accelerating into the street. Aiden held Silvana’s hand tightly, his eyes never leaving her face. “Silvana, look at me. Stay with me, okay? Just keep your eyes open.”But Silvana’s eyes fluttered closed, her grip on his hand weakening.
Lorenzo squeezed his shoulder reassuringly. “You’re family. We protect our own. And we will make sure Silvana recovers.”As the hours passed, Aiden remained by Silvana’s side, speaking softly to her, sharing memories and dreams. He needed her to know how much she meant to him, even if she couldn’t respond.“Remember our first date?” Aiden whispered, brushing a strand of hair from her face. “We went to that little café by the river. You laughed so hard when I spilled coffee all over myself.”He chuckled softly, his eyes glistening with tears. “We’ve been through so much together, Silvana. We have so much more to look forward to. I need you to fight, for us, for our future.”As night fell, Aiden leaned back in his chair, exhaustion weighing heavily on him. He closed his eyes, holding Silvana’s hand tightly, and whispered a silent prayer.The sterile smell of antiseptics permeated the hospital corridor as Mr. Kohler strode purposefully toward Silvana’s room. His granddaughter’s sudden di
Mr. Kohler and Ashley, alerted by the commotion, rushed into the room. Ashley let out a sob of relief, and Mr. Kohler’s stern facade cracked into a rare smile.Lorenzo spoke to a nearby nurse to get the doctor.“Silvana,” Mr. Kohler said, his voice thick with emotion. “You gave us quite a scare.”Ashley hugged her gently, mindful of her injuries. “I’m so glad you’re okay.”Silvana smiled weakly, her strength slowly returning. “I had a feeling you all would be here.”Aiden kissed her hand, his heart full of gratitude. “We’ll always be here for you, Silvana. No matter what.”Silvana blinked, her gaze slowly focusing on him. “Aiden,” she whispered, her voice weak but filled with emotion. “What happened?”“You’ve been through a lot,” Aiden said, gently squeezing her hand. “But you’re going to be okay. We’re going to be okay.”Silvana’s eyes filled with tears as she looked at him. “I was so scared.“I know,” Aiden said, his voice trembling. “But you’re safe now. I’m here, and I’m not going
Dr. Winters shook his head. “Not immediately. But more importantly, we need to focus on Silvana’s emotional and physical recovery. She’s been through a lot, and adding more stress could hinder her progress.”Aiden nodded, his mind a whirlwind of emotions. “What do I do?” he asked, his voice breaking. “How do I help her?”“Be there for her,” Dr. Winters advised. “She needs your support and love now more than ever. When she’s ready, you can discuss the pregnancy and the next steps together. For now, let her heal.”Aiden felt a surge of protectiveness and love for Silvana. “I won’t leave her side,” he vowed. “I’ll do whatever it takes to help her through this.”Dr. Winters placed a reassuring hand on Aiden’s shoulder. “You’re doing the right thing, Aiden. Silvana is lucky to have you.”As Dr. Winters left the room, Aiden turned his full attention to Silvana. He leaned in close, whispering softly to her. “Silvana, my love, I’m here. I’ll always be here. We’ll get through this together.”T
Silvana, her face pale but her eyes slowly regaining some of their sparkle, managed a weak smile. “I’m feeling a bit better, Aiden. The pain is still there, but seeing you here helps a lot.”Ashley, who was standing on the other side of the bed, chimed in with a reassuring smile. “You’re a fighter, Silvana. We’ve all been so worried about you, but we know you’re strong. You’re going to get through this.”Grandfather Kohler, standing near the foot of the bed, nodded in agreement. His voice trembled slightly as he spoke. “Yes, dear. You have always been resilient. We are here for you, every step of the way.”Silvana looked at her family, her heart swelling with gratitude despite her physical pain. “Thank you, all of you. I don’t know what I would do without your support.”Aiden squeezed her hand gently. “You don’t have to worry about anything, Silvana. Just focus on getting better. We’ll take care of everything else.”Silvana’s gaze shifted to her sister. “Ashley, how have you been hold
The door opened, and Zia burst into the room, her face lighting up when she saw Silvana. “Mommy Silvana!”Silvana’s eyes filled with tears of joy as she saw Zia running towards her. “Zia!”Silvana held out her arms, and Zia ran into them, hugging her tightly. “I’ve missed you so much,” Zia said, her voice muffled against Silvana’s shoulder.Silvana kissed the top of Zia’s head, her own tears falling freely. “I’ve missed you too, my sweet girl. I’m so happy to see you.”Aiden watched the reunion, his heart swelling with love and relief. Ashley wiped away her own tears, smiling at the touching scene.Zia climbed up onto Silvana’s bed, her eyes wide with curiosity and concern. “Mommy Silvana, how are you feeling? Do you still hurt?”Silvana brushed a stray lock of hair from Zia’s forehead and smiled weakly. “I’m feeling a bit better now that you’re here, sweetheart. How have you been?”Zia’s eyes lit up as she began to recount her days. “I’ve been good! I missed you so much. I played wit