Chapter 174Hours turned into days, and Ivan's recovery was drastic and swift, surprising everyone.His wounds that had once been grave and debilitating were mended and in a place that defied all expectations.Vera was amazed, and her surprise echoed through the house silently as Ivan's strength returned.His resilience became a source of awe to Vera, who was the closest person to witness his remarkable recovery.With each passing day, his vigor returned even more and better than the last.His recovery was fueled by the determination that mirrored the unyielding spirit That had impelled him through battles.He could walk around the house, often with a certain amount of limp to his steps, and he could carry out simple tasks.Tasks that he had once been left to the mercies of others to do, he felt stronger and a little steadier.Just as his steps grew steadier, his laughter grew louder, gracing the walls of their home where sadness and concern had lingered not long before.His healing,
Chapter 175Ares had been trying to prove a point to Sara for the past few days, that he was a changed man and that he could. Make an effort to sort peace.He was done with war and strife, and now he had to find his child, for himself, for Sara, for his progeny.Sara was on her sickbed and her helping him was very limited, but she had mentioned on one of his visits that Anna would help if Ares could ask.Recognizing the significance of Anna's role in Sara's life and the bond they had shared in the short while they had been together, he decided to approach her with humility.He understood the weight of what he did and how much he owed Anna an apology.Exhaling a breath and reminding himself why he was here again, he knocked lightly on the door.He didn't know if she was in, all he was told was that she lived here.Anna sighed lazily when she heard a knock. It was that time of the day when she lounged lazily on her couch and watched a show for the rest of the evening.“Coming!” She yell
Chapter 176Ivan sighed as he knotted his tie, staring at his reflection in the mirror, it was finally time to step out of the house for the first time in weeks.“I think this would go best,” Vera said, holding up a brown jacket as she walked out of the closet. “Thank you,” Ivan said, kissing her on the cheek while he slipped the jacket on.Vera had been his strength throughout the period of his recovery from enduring the brutalities of the war.The journey towards healing from something that was as arduous as the battle he had fought.The scars it had left, both seen and unseen, had marked his path towards recovery.“Ivan,” Vera called softly from behind him.“Yes,” Ivan called, staring at her reflection in the mirror as she walked back to him.“You are doing it again.” She said solemnly, her voice soft as a sea breeze, and her hands grazed his shoulder.“Doing what exactly?” Ivan asks confused, turning to face her.“The thing where you get very deep into thought, it is scary someti
Ares sighed as they went over the plan again, find doctor Roland, who will then lead them to the Hamilton.He hoped it would work, Sara had given her blessings, and it was time for them to do what was necessary.Finding doctor Roland was not as easy as they had thought it would be, he had since left the said hospital and was now working at a different hospital.Ares had the right contacts, and soon they were able to trace him, and he scheduled a meeting.Doctor Roland was now a senior Doctor at another hospital, and Ares made sure to take a picture of Sara with them, just in case he forgot who Sara was.“Doctor Roland,” Ares said, stretching a hand politely.“Good day, Mr. Williams.” The doctor said, taking his outstretched hand, and giving a nod in Anna's direction.“Please sit.” The doctor said, gesturing towards the waiting chairs.“You said it was important when you called earlier.” Doctor Rolland said his eyes darting between them. “Yes, it is,” Ares said, clearing his throat.“
Ivan parked the car in the front of café, sighing as he stared at the building for a minute.It's only been a few days of being away and he missed it.“Are we going in or what?” Hermes asked when he stepped out and noticed Ivan was still seated.They both walked in together, the café looked packed as it was a few minutes past noon and people trooped in to get their lunches.Ivan and Hermes both walked to the back, glancing around to make sure they were safe and out of sight.Slipping stealthily into the wall and appearing in the arena. The hall was not as packed as it should and used to be.Ivan knew this was his subtle reminder as to how much war and conflict can and would affect a people.His eyes scanned the room and the solemn and sad faces, his heart went out to them mourning for their losses.Walking up to his seat, Ivan stood in their midst, his eyes could see the grief written on their faces.The pain of losing such a number was great, and although he longed to come to them wi
“Thank you,” Anna answered awkwardly. “We need your help.” She said going straight to the point.“I would be happy to help if I can,” Nelly said, giving them a look and emphasizing the can “My friend gave up her kid through this agency a few years ago.” Anna began, Ares sat back and let her do the talking since she got along with Nelly more.“Okay,” Nelly said, urging her on.“And she is on her sick bed right now,” Anna said solemnly. “Her one wish is that we find her kid.” Anna stared at Nelly for a reaction.Something to help her know if they were going in the right direction, or maybe they would have to retrace their steps.“How am I going to be of help in all this?” Nelly asked.“We just need the address of the foster family.” Anna said, "She gave a name, all we need is an address.” “I don't think I can help with this, Anna.” Nelly began, a sad look on her face.“Please Nelly, we are not going to take the child or try to fight for custody,” Anna assured her. “All Sara needs is
Catherine glanced at the mirror before she walked out of the room, clad in a flowy skirt and a long-sleeved cardigan, as it promised to be cold out.The living room was still empty, and she wondered what was taking Marilyn's time.“Marilyn?” She called up the stairs. “We will be late, and we don't want that, so hurry.” She stared blankly up the stairs and looked a little alarmed when she got no response.The last time something like this had happened, she had found Marilyn passed out.Catherine walked back up the stairs, her heart beating as she panicked. “Marilyn?” She called as she knocked on the door, pushing it open when no reply came from within.“Marilyn?” Catherine rushed to the bed when she saw her still tucked into bed.“Catherine,” Marilyn called back sadly, her voice shook and Catherine could sense that she had been crying all this while.“Are you okay?” Catherine asked, “That is a stupid question for me to ask, of course, you are not okay.” Catherine said on second thoug
Chapter 181Sara roamed the hallways of the hospital clad in the ugly hospital gown that she had been wearing for the past few days.It had become somewhat of a habit to roam these halls in her wheelchair whenever she was bored or sick of laying in her bed.She could feel herself slowly getting better, not enough to go back home but enough to sit, sometimes stand, and do minor tasks.Vera and Ivan were always so kind to drop in and check up on her, but she had asked them to limit the visits.Not that she was not appreciative or that she did not want to two, but their presence was nostalgic.Bringing with it thoughts and reminders of the war, and how she had gotten to be in her current situation in the first place.And reminders of the war brought with them crazy nightmares that kept her awake all night wondering what would have happened had she not done what she had done.Sara could still feel the pain from when she had dived into that strike, Ivan led the old gods, and she would have