BEGINNING OF TORMENT ALLYSA'S POV Ivy slid the key into the keyhole gently, trying to ensure Ariel doesn't wake up or gets startled. “Come on, you need to have a cool bath to shake the events of tonight off.”I followed her like a ram being led to the slaughter. “He's gonna tell everyone I'm back but the main reason I'm back hasn't been attended to, my daughter is dying.” I whispered.“Come on Allysa you cannot keep on thinking about this, it's gonna give you a headache and you don't wanna fall sick, do you?” She asked as I sighed.“I cannot help thinking Ivy, I just can't.” “Let's do this, why don't you go to bed, sleep and pretend like nothing happened. Tomorrow you can call your parents or go over to see them so this issue can be sorted out once and for all.I smiled and kissed her cheek before walking into her bathroom.After bathing, she had her bath and joined me in bed while Ariel slept on the little bed close to ours. “Just don't overthink, you never know what tomorrow will
CLUELESS LUCAS POV “Ariel Jackson?” My eyes dilated as mom walked over to me. “What's wrong Lucas, why are your eyes so wide? Did you see a ghost?” She asked, taking the file from me.“I didn't see a ghost but this name doesn't sound familiar apart from the fact that it has my last name, Jackson.”“Jackson?” Granny asked.“Yes, Ariel Jackson.” I replied as granny and mom stared at each other. “Did you blow up the opportunity of knowing you have a child? Just because of anger?” Mom asked as I furrowed my brows.“What are you talking about?” Dad finally asked as I shrugged.“Dad you should really ask them.”“Men are so clueless, it's such a pity we can easily tell a lie and the truth apart. We all know Allysa's name so who else would bear Ariel and add a Jackson to it?” Mom asked.“According to him, she had something to tell him but he didn't listen because he was angry. She should be the one angry, you're lucky she let you see her again.”“Are you trying to say she did the right thin
THE SEARCHALLYSA'S POV “Mum?” I called but she didn't seem to be listening, she was carried away by her anger and I couldn't blame her for that.“Allysa, we're gonna head over to the Jackson's, I don't care what business your father has with them, I don't care what he's benefiting from them but trust me we're calling this marriage off and you're keeping your daughter!” I hugged her, her chin resting on my head as I sighed.“Getting a divorce is not always the best you know,” I paused and she moved away a little to stare at me. “You still love Lucas?” She asked.“I admit I must have been really angry, I signed the divorce papers and left it for him to sign. A part of me wanted him to sign and another part wished his love for me would be greater than anything, I really hoped he won't sign it and when I didn't receive the papers, I was so happy, my attorney told me he didn't get the papers so I was really glad.”“So what do you plan on doing?” She asked.“If he wants the divorce, I'll
A DIVORCE LUCASJack and I jogged down the stairs, taking them in twos as we headed to the door but granny's next words stopped us.“Thought you weren't going out, aren't you livid?” She asked and Jack chuckled. “Of course he is granny but we have to head somewhere really important, you'll know when we get back.” Jack replied and I was grateful for that.I'm not sure I could reply granny. Anything I say, she always supports Allysa, it's just as if I'm her in law and Allysa is her granddaughter.Jack and I walked out and got into his car,of course he didn't let me drive, claiming I could take lives in the state which I am.“So what are you gonna tell her when you get to her place?” Jack asked.“Why she never informed me she was pregnant, why she kept my child away for so many years, why she kept me in the dark. I need answers to all these and I'm gonna get them, trust me.”“Then she came over, wanting to introduce you to your daughter, wanting to tell you your daughter was diagnosed w
RIGHT OR WRONG DECISION ALLYSA'S POV I sat nestled in between my mom and dad as we rode in quietness, the cool evening breeze touching my skin from the opened windows. Mom prefers natural air to the one from air conditioners or fan.It feels really good that my parents were supporting me right now, just what I wanted and I hope we're gonna make the right decision when we get there. Mom turned to stare at me, her hands enveloping mine in reassurance as I smiled. “I know you're nervous, do not worry we're gonna get to the bottom of everything and Ariel will be okay, she'll live a healthy life and our lives will go on, don't you like it?” She asked as I sighed.“It's great mom, let's just get on with it.” As our car drove into the Jackson's compound my heart began to beat rapidly.“Get a hold on yourself Allysa, I'll do the talking just sit back and relax.” Mom said, rubbing my arms gently. The door was opened by Benny and immediately we hugged each other.“Oh my ma'am Allysa, it's b
UNBELIEVABLEALLYSA'S POV “I want a divorce.” I heard Lucas say as fear gripped me. My heart shattered before my eyes and in no time, I was wailing. Mom held me to herself, whispering soothing words as Lucas sighed.“It's funny how you pretend in front of everyone but you know what? You cannot fool me, I refused to be fooled. You'll receive the papers tomorrow and as for Ariel I don't intend on fighting for custody, I cannot hurt you in that manner, she deserves to be with her mother at all times, we should meet up to discuss my meeting arrangements with Ariel, I'd love that.” He stood on his feet and walked away as I fell into the arms of my mom.“He's gonna give me a divorce, mom, he's __” I whispered as granny moved towards us.“You must really love him Allysa but what about the pictures? According to him they were sent from your address so what exactly is going on?”“I don't know granny, I didn't send it, I arrived in the states some days back and that's the first time I stepped
SURPRISE CALL lLUCAS POVThe next morning came too soon for me as I tried not to recall what happened. I didn't want anything bothering me right now so I walked into the bathroom to freshen up.As I walked out of the bathroom, a knock came through the door and I threw a robe on before walking to the door and turning the knob. “Lucas, can I come in?” Mom asked, shaking her head slightly as I sighed and made way for her to walk in.I knew what she wanted to say, she'd probably talk to me about Allysa and our divorce but my mind was already made.“So you're gonna see your daughter today?” She asked and I paused for a while before nodding. “Yeah, I'll be seeing my daughter today and we'll finalize the divorce today.”“You're really pushing through with it? Don't you think you should give her a break? Do you really think she'd do such a thing to you?”“I agree I cheated but did anyone ever think to know if I did it out of clear eyes and conscience?”“Lucas! Did you even love her? When you
YOU REALLY DON'T CAREALLYSA'S POV “Max.” I called as my heart began to race. I took the phone away from my ear and stared at the number, it wasn't a foreign number and it means one thing.Max is in the states. My eyes went saucer round. “Allysa, how have you been? How's my little princess doing?” He asked as I sighed.“She's doing okay, you're not in Italy.” I said and he laughed out.“You're smart, one of the reasons I like you and fell for you. I got into the states last night, currently staying at a glamorous hotel, where__”“Why did you come to the states?” I asked as my palms became sweaty. If Lucas sees Max, his accusations will become a reality. I need to find a way to make him leave the states.“You don't sound happy to hear from me, what's wrong Allysa? Ah! I totally forgot how's Ariel's treatment coming along?” “Pretty good, thanks but you haven't answered my question. Why are you here?”“Oh, I got a transfer letter from the company, I was asked to choose the country of m