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Chapter 63 - Mute
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After This Night Chapter 64 - Clinging to His Arm
Every day, Ariah talks to me and tries to help me speak, but all I can managed were nods and gestures. The guilt that pierces my heart grows deeper with each passing day because I feel like she's suffering more because of my condition.If it were up to me, I'd want to speak again immediately, as if the world suddenly stopped because of what happened.I've been absent from work for weeks because of this. I've been unable to fulfill my responsibilities properly. Although I learned basic sign language, it still isn't enough. It's not satisfying."Just let me know if there's any change in your condition, even a slight one. I'll be on my way now." She bid me farewell. I signed my thanks to her before she left.I remained there for a few more minutes until Mom suddenly took a seat next to me.She looked more relaxed compared to the past few weeks because Dad has woken up. We're also relieved that the case against Victoria is progressing since Dad has given his sta
After This Night Chapter 65 - Desperate
"Mommy, when will Daddy come back to us. Is he still on vacation?" Ariah asked me while I looked at the large mirror in our room.I could see her reflection beside me, brushing the hair of her doll.As much as I wanted to answer her, I wished I could tell her the truth, but I couldn't. What if I told her, and it only confused her more? How would I explain everything to her when I couldn't speak?She lifted her gaze to me and handed me her notebook. I took it and quickly wrote down just enough for her to understand each word.It will take some time, baby. Hopefully, things will get better, and he'll be back with us soon. Don't lose hope, okay?I saw her furrow her brow as she read what I wrote. After a while, she looked at me again and hugged me tightly."I understand, Mom. I know you're also having a hard time because he's not here now. I'm here, though. While Daddy is away, I'll be strong for you."I gasped when I heard her say that. I qu
After This Night Chapter 66 - Beg For You
I love everything about Arik. It isn't easy being in love with him and not being able to express or even say it to him.And looking at him like this right now, with an unknown anger very visible in his eyes, is the most painful thing I've experienced. It's even more painful than when I found out it would take a while before I can speak again."How do you know about that guy? Is he also one of the men you're choosing now to save yourself from your family's mess?" He continued questioning me about various things that I couldn't comprehend.Right. He doesn't remember even Rusty.Sometimes, I wonder if this has something to do with the rumors Yumi has been spreading about me to him.I can't help but wonder what exactly Yumi told him to make him this angry at me, as if I've committed some grave offense against him, enough to insult me like this.Arik chuckled and continued to puff on his cigarette. I stepped away slightly to avoid the smoke."Right. You
After This Night Chapter 67 - Permanently
"Tell them my name. The full name. Quickly!""Let me go first. You've been at it since earlier!" Kim interjected, stopping Aurora and stepping forward."Tell them how beautiful I am, Celeste." She instructed me.I just stared at the two of them like they were crazy. They've been asking me to do this since a while ago, and I can't tell if they're messing with me or genuinely happy for me."Y-you both can leave now," I stammered with my still shaky voice.They both clapped their hands in excitement, shouting even louder. I'm not sure if we're audible outside my office, and I'd be embarrassed if we were."Oh my God! Oh my God! It's true! You can talk again! Damn, Celeste! I'm so happy for you!" Aurora exclaimed with joy, bounding over to me to give me a hug."You're acting like an idiot! She attended a meeting earlier, you know. What more proof do you need?" Kim teased her and approached me for a hug as well. We ended up in a group hug."But I'm
After This Night Chapter 68 - Last Kiss
As I opened the conversation after a few minutes of silence during our journey, I asked, "Why does Yumi so casual to you? Are you close?"He glanced at me briefly and shrugged."She's our family lawyer. Actually, you're the only one who calls me by my last name often," he explained, surprising me."Huh? Why? Don't you like your last name?""It's not like that. I just hate it some time, that's all."I winced. "So, I'm forbid to call you by your last name then?"Rusty tilted his head to the side to look at me. "It's up to you, Celeste. Anything goes."I nodded and smiled. "Alright then."Somehow, I'm starting to like the budding friendship between us. He's a good coworker and friend.One might need to chase him, given his strong appeal and handsome looks."Where are we going again?" he asked, nudging me as I seemed lost in thought."Mother Theresa Hospital.""Who are you visiting there? Do you have a check-up today?" he conti
After This Night Chapter 69 - Final Message
From Rusty: Let me know when you're going. I'll come with you, Celeste.From Rusty: Please take care.I smiled at the message from Rusty. I quickly replied and then headed to Ariah's room. I found her there, writing quietly at her small study table, her unicorn beside her. When I looked at what she was writing, it seemed to be a journal."Is my baby busy?" I playfully asked as I sat down on the floor near her.She glanced at me and gave a subtle smile. "I'm writing my diary, Mommy.""Wow, you never told me you have a diary."She paused in her writing and adjusted her long, curly hair."I'll give you this when I finish filling up this whole notebook," she said. I smiled and nodded.I stared at her for a moment. She looks so much like me, but she inherited her eyes from Arik. They have the same eye color and shape—almond-shaped—so when she's angry, sulking, or sad, she resembles her father."I
After This Night Chapter 70 - Dearest
"When are you leaving? I heard you're being assigned to another place," Oliver asked as we began to eat.I was busy arranging Ariah's food, who was sitting quietly beside me, listening to their conversation.Rusty being assigned to another place? Makes sense. It's common for the kind of work he does. He's a renowned engineer. Even more popular among women. It's surprising too because I thought he wouldn't stay this long in the country, but he's been here for months now."I declined that project. When did you and Maki start talking again?" Rusty chuckled."Your sister is my girlfriend's business partner. Don't be so surprised.""Mommy, I want more mac 'n cheese." Ariah whispered to me shyly, so I turned my attention to her.She had finished the mac 'n cheese I put on her plate, so I chuckled at how fast she was eating."I'll get you—""Here, Ariah."I was taken aback when Rusty put more mac 'n cheese on Ariah's plate. He moved so qui
After This Night Chapter 71 - Missing You
"Why did you bring me here?" I asked him as we entered his condo, which used to be our place of residence.The whole condo was dark. The only source of light was the lamp shade in the living room and the dim light in the kitchen."We just need to talk. Why do you not want to be here? Isn't this where we used to live?"I quickly turned to look at him upon hearing that. I couldn't believe what he said. I couldn't even see his expression clearly in the darkness where he was standing. But I could sense the heaviness and the dark aura around him."What are you talking about? Is this some kind of joke?""I saw this condo in my dreams... with you in it," he muttered.My shoulders slumped. He still hadn't remembered everything. Despite my efforts to hold myself back, that was the first thought that crossed my mind when he brought me here – maybe he's starting to remember. Maybe his memories are coming back.But no. I could feel it, he h
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