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
LIKE MELUCAS POV As I drove in the car, I was so glad that I was able to stop Jack from coming with me, I really wanted an alone time with Allysa, get to know how life has been with her and how she survived all these years.“I have to get something for Ariel, maybe a gift.” I said to myself as I got down in front of a mall.“Good day, miss, what can I get for a five year old?” I asked, looking around as she smiled. “You can get toys but that depends on the gender of your child. A boy or a girl?” She asked.“A girl, my princess.” She smiled and led me deeper into the mall as we fished out toys, dolls from their stand. “She's going to love this, trust me.”“Thanks for your time.” I gave her my credit card and after the payment, I walked out and headed to my car.Following the address, I drove into the wide road leading to Allysa's house.I drove through the driveway and got down from the car, my heart in my mouth. What if she doesn't like me? What if__ my hand knocked on the door bef
ALLYSA'S POV “Max what are you doing here? How did you get my address and__” “Aren't you gonna usher me in? You haven't seen me in a while.” He had a smile on his face and I know Lucas was just pretending not to notice what was happening before him. I stepped away from the door and watched as he walked into the house, looking around. “It's good to be around you again.”“Max I have a visitor, I don't think it's the best time for us to__”“Oh hi, I'm Max a friend of hers and you're?” He asked, stretching his hand for Lucas to take but Lucas kept staring at his outstretched hand till I coughed.“Okay, it seems you're not ready to respond, I'll be in the living room, where's Ariel? Ariel!” He yelled and immediately Ariel threw the door open, running into Max's opened arms as Lucas shook his head and walked over to the kitchen.I followed him immediately, not wanting him to think negatively.“Lucas, Lucas it's __”“Not what I think.” He responded, shaking his head. “So what are you gonn
EAVESDROPPING ALLYSA'S POV “Hey girlfriend.” I said into the phone as I picked up. “Hi, so how's it going?”“Pretty well, Jack is here also.” I said and heard her gasp. “What?” I asked.“It's just that it's been a while we spoke.” She replied as I furrowed my brows and realization sank in. “Wait, are you seeing Jack?”“I wanted to tell you the moment you came to my house but you have a lot going on for you right now and I hate to bother you with such a news.”“It's not a bother and you know it, we'll talk about it when we see.” I said and ended the call. By the time I walked back in, Lucas was talking to Ariel and I wondered what they were talking about because Ariel had a huge grin on her face.“Ariel it's time to go home, unfortunately we didn't come along with your drugs so we have to leave right now before it becomes too late.”“Can't we spend the night here?” She asked, pouting her lips but I had to look away. She was so good at making me give into her whims and right now, I di
LITTLE PRINCESS LUCAS POV As I walked out of the house, I got into my car and sat for a while, wondering why I pulled her back. She must have been confused by my action cause I'm also confused. Why did I do that?I finally drove away from the house, heading back home. Everyone wanted our marriage to work but I really don't know what to think. Seeing those pictures and their cozy positions?I sighed and hit the steering wheel lightly.The next morning, I didn't need an alarm to wake me up, I jerked out of bed, staring at the table clock as a sigh escaped my lips.I wasn't late for Ariel's appointment. I got out of bed, quickly freshened up and dashed out of my bedroom. “Good morning granny.” I said, grabbing an apple from the breakfast table as she looked at me skeptically.“Heading somewhere? And so early?”“Ariel has her appointment with the doctor today besides I have to prepare myself for the surgery, it's next week.” I replied as she touched my cheek.“I just wish you both happi
GOT WHAT YOU WANT ALLYSA'S POVWe got to the hospital and got out of the car with Ariel holding Lucas hands like he is going to vanish if she doesn't hold it. “I forgot to come with her file, will that__”“It's fine Lucas, I should have remembered to take it from you but I didn't, we just have to prepare you both for the surgery.” I replied and followed them in.“We should enroll her in school tomorrow, I think that'll be a brilliant idea, when are you going back to work?” He asked and I sighed.“Probably after Ariel's surgery, I just want her to be alright before I go back to work and as for her school, don't you think we should consider enrolling her in school after her surgery?”“I'm sure she's bored at home, we should enroll her quickly so she doesn't get over bored at home.” I rolled my eyes as we got to the doctor's office.“Come on, let's go in and hear what he has to say concerning you both. As we walked in, Doctor Anderson stood on his feet and then I realized he knew Luca
DANGEROUS WATCHALLYSA'S POV As I walked back into the hospital, I went straight to the pediatric ward where I left Ariel. She should be done with her treatment by now and of course Lucas should be done with his too.I pushed the door open and found her sitting in between two black girls as they listened to another story. Each of the children there had an illness to contend with and it's a sad thing to see.“Ariel? Come on we can't keep daddy waiting.” I said as she got up immediately, waving at the other kids. “You'll see them again, alright?” She bobbed her head and followed me out.“So what story did you listen to? What was it about?” I asked as we made our way to Lucas room.“About a princess who had the voice of an angel.” She said as I smiled. “Just like my baby Ariel, you have the voice of an angel. “Really? Mommy?”“Of course you do.” I replied and almost bumped into someone. “You should be careful.” Lucas said as I chuckled.“I'm sorry, I didn't see you coming are you done?
FINALLY LUCAS POV “Yeah man, I just got out of the hospital with Allysa and Ariel, were currently at Jones park because Ariel wanted to go there.” I said into the phone as I watched Ariel ride on the merry go round while Allysa watched her from where she sat.“Hello Mr, get some for your kids.” A young boy said, holding cotton candy. “Sure lad.” I said, deeping my hand in my pocket to give him some cash.“Hey man it's seems you're busy, we should talk when you get to the office.” Jack said and ended the call. I held the cotton candy and was about walking back to meet Allysa and Ariel when my phone rang again.This time it was my secretary. I picked and placed it close to my ear. “It better be important Elle, clearly told you not to call me today.” I said into the phone.“Yes sir, but attorney Helios is here and he needs to speak with you.” She said as I sighed. Of all days, he chose to come today?“I'll be right there.” I said and thank the stars that Allysa was with me.“The attorn