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Lyla AlviaDear Readers, If you got this far, I cannot express my gratitude enough. Thank you for exploring my story and supporting this special passion project of mine. Please do not forget to rate the book and leave your feedback. Lyla Alvia
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Jack Jack sat there pondering the events of recent days, Liza was going to be released today, and he felt relieved knowing that she would be okay. Since they entered one anothers lives She had endured so much trauma, spent countless days in the hospital, and now, news of her pregnancy had left him questioning his own abilities and worthiness. Could he truly be the man Liza, Gabe, Del, and their child deserved? The sound of Gabe's laughter filled the air, bringing Jack back to the present moment. Seeing Del playing with Gabe, offering her unwavering support to Liza, filled Jack with gratitude. Del's presence alone had a calming effect on him, making him feel at ease in ways he hadn't experienced before. As Del approached him, her eyes filled with concern and love, Jack felt a wave of emotions crashing over him. Del cleared her throat and asked, "Will you treat both Liza and Gabe well ? they have gone through so much and need love and support, and presence. Can you give that to them?
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Jack Jack was overwhelmed with gratitude when Del suggested taking Gabe outside to play. As Jack and Liza watched them head downstairs, their hearts filled with joy and love, their smiles lighting up the room. Feeling a surge of emotions, Jack gently took Liza's hand and pressed his lips against it in a tender kiss. Leading her across the hallway, he guided her into their bedroom with a sense of longing and desire. The last time Liza had been in this room, she had been unaware that Jack was her mysterious club stranger. Now, as he nervously welcomed her into his sacred space, he knew that this moment was special and meaningful. With every fibre of his being, Jack was ready to share his world with the woman he adored. Liza was captivated by the cityscape that lay before her, the towering buildings standing tall and proud, casting a striking silhouette against the backdrop of the deep blue sky. The warmth of the afternoon sun seeped through the bedroom window, the heat covering her i
Her Secret Struggles Chapter 24
JackThe intense and overwhelming feelings that coursed through Jack as he gazed upon the passed-out form of Liza, his love and the mother of his child. His heart swelled with love and adoration as he observed every little change in her body, every new curve and nuance that had manifested during her pregnancy. Her beauty took his breath away, leaving him mesmerized in a state of pure awe.The sight of Liza, with her larger, pinker areolas and sensually curved hips, stirred something deep within Jack's soul. He could hardly believe the magnificence of the woman lying before him, and he knew in that moment that she was his everything. He gently caressed her form, taking in every dip and bump. Jack decided to let Liza sleep. She needed it, especially after her recent ordeal.Jack decided to out back and join both Gabe and Del playing in the yard. It was a beautiful evening, and Jack decided to cook a BBQ dinner out back for them to all enjoy. The once serene blue sky transformed into a h
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Liza Liza was busily working away im her workstatiom, when Pat got to work. "Liza ,oh my god you are back, I am so relieved , I heard what happened ,please tell me you are ok" and bombarded her with many questions about the ordeal. Liza blushed in embarrassment over all that had occured, she recounted all that she could remember of the events of the past few days. She grimmaced describing the fear and suprise that she felt and described that in the midst of the carnage that the security team and Jack almost appeared out of nowhere and protected her.Pat looked at liza with awe and disbelief and hugged her lovingly and protectively.Lizas' phone began beeping, incessantly signifying a string of messages. Liza glanced at her phone and grimaced. There were more messages from her stalker. More intimate private photos that made her feel vulnerable and uneasy. One photo in particular was of her restrained and covered in welts and clear agony on her face. The words that accompanied the pict
Her Secret Struggles Chapter 26
LizaLiza was sleeping softly and went to roll over and realised she was now in her bed, she had no recollection on how she got there, she looked over and Jacks side of the bed was empty and she felt a sense of longing and disapointment that he was not there. Liza glanced at the time and it was only 10pm, yet it felt as though she had been asleep all night. Liza then heard a noise in the kitchen and reluctantly stepped out of the room to investigate. Liza in nothing but her silk pyjama dress and not a weapon at her disposal tiptoed out of their bedroom and ventured into the ktichen , the source of the sound was no where to be seen. Liza attempted to maintain her confidence and lack of fear as she continued to look around for the source of the sound. The fear began gripping her heart and she instictively leant her hand on her stomach in a protective manner.Liza felt the air thicken around her and with bated breath she turned slowly whilst she clenched her fists,leaving an imprint fro
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JackJack grimaced as he woke from his broken slumber, remembering their encounter last night, he ran his hands instinctively accross her side of the bed , however the sheets were cold and still made on that side, it pained him thinking what she must be feeling right now. Jack recalled his converstaion with his uncle the evening before, he had informed him that he was going to have and heir soon and that he was thinking about proposing to the mother of his child.Uncle David did not seem impressed, possibly because he had always thought Jack would forvever be a bachelor therefore if something happened to Jack before David , he would naturally receive majority shares and takeover the compnay. David began sprouting about how underhanded women can be.David insisted Jack print out the prenuptual agrement that David had once shared with his second ex-wife. Jack reluctantly took it with him just to subdue his uncle. Jack had placed it in his laptop bag along with other important documentat
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LizaLiza had woken prior to dawn , she had tiptoed to Del's room and briefly explained they needed to leave. Del could sense the pain in Liza and agreed without delay. They packed up a small case for Del and one for Gabe. Liza's clothes were in Jacks room so they decided to leave them, Del still had a small suitcase of Liza's from when Liza was in hospital, it would have to do. They silently and gently carried Gabe to the garage , where they took the only suitable car for Gabe , the new SUV. Liza sighed with hesitation and left a note where the keys once were. Liza didnt really have a plan , she just needed to leave as she couldnt live like this. Liza still had the lease to her old apartment because the move had been so sudden , it was still furnished and had some personal items in it. They had arrived at their old apartment just as dawn had broken. The chill in the air signified that autums was nearing and the soft oranges danced in the sky. Liza had messaged Pat stating that it wa
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JackWith a pounding in his head, Jack awoke to the light shining through his lounge room window. 'Shit" he inwardly groaned, it was mid morning , Jack looked at the half empty bottle of scotch and another bottle of whisky that too was half empty. His head throbbed, and he felt his stomach do flips. He groaned as he stood feeling every ache and pain in his body. He was in his clothes of yesterday. He was a crumpled mess.He remembered his encounter at the club, and he was ashamed of himself. He missed his little one, his love, his Liza. Jack, in a weakened state, gradually made his way to his shower. He sat in the corner as he felt the water wash over him. He had never felt this way before, and he knew he could have avoided this whole mess. Jack glanced at the clock in the bathroom and pulled himself up. He finished off his shower and stepped out of the shower and dressed for the day. He knew he was in a foul mood, but he had to get to work. He called for a driver because despite hi
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