RONAN After dressing up in casual clothes, I glance at my luggage inside the closet of Belle. It feels like that luggage belongs here, especially the clothes inside.I decided to stay here in Ottawa to think of a way to convince Connor. I knew that George Cortez, Belle’s father, couldn't do anything to stop the wedding. He is a man who cannot take back his words. His pride was on the line.I understand him, so the only way to cut off this so-called wedding was to give Connor a tempting offer.Getting back with Belle was my ultimate goal from the very beginning. And now that I already have her heart, things will be easy for me. As I came out of the closet, I found Belle tidying up the bedsheets.She's so damn gorgeous with those messy hair. Especially last night. She's a goddess. I want her again and again until I get tired. But I guess, being with her, I become tireless.Her eyes met mine as her gorgeous frown showed up again. Kissing that frown was on my bucket list because she k
RONAN It was a bright and sunny morning. White, fluffy clouds drifted across the sky as we came out of my car. Our pair of sunglasses and hats were the highlight as soon as we walked in the busy street of the Clifton Hill Niagara Falls BIA.To ease the mind of Belle, being stressed out about our situation, I took her and the kids to the amusement park here in Niagara Falls.The kids were leaping excitedly as we headed inside the Odditorium at Ripley’s Believe It or Not. Niagara Falls has a quirky and interactive museum presenting crazy and mind-boggling artifacts from around the world displayed for the public.Ashley exclaimed in horror, seeing the shrunken heads, decorated skulls, and 2-headed animals. But I found Ashton seemed interested in everything he saw.We made our way to the moving theater as we viewed 4D films and, at the same time, rode along them. At Louis Tussaud’s waxworks, Belle excitedly took a picture with a wax figure of Marilyn Monroe, Scarlett Johansson as a black
YSABELLE As soon as we received the call from the police that they had already found Candice in New Brunswick, Ronan and I immediately sprinted to the station. I'm glad that Ela and Ana were back from Paris yesterday to watch over the twins. Ronan was quiet the whole ride and I was bothered about what he might do to Candice, so I tagged along with him.Nothing more information has been shared over the phone as Ronan was eager to talk to Candice just because he's worried about Jacob.He's still his son.As we came in, the authorities greeted us with a frown on their faces.What's going on? They looked like they were carrying bad news on their shoulders.“Where is she?” Ronan hissed as he looked around.Our eyes stopped at the new look of Candice inside the cell. Her blond hair turned black and she lost weight inside her ragged clothes and disheveled hair.My heart pinched in pain, seeing her turn into a drastic change.What happened to her? But… where's Jacob?Ronan was about to ask
YSABELLE Connor immediately yanked me out of my unit. His hand tightened around my wrist as we entered the elevator, dragging me inside.“Connor, please, stop this.” I pleaded, but he remained silent.The elevator was in total silence as we headed down to the first floor. I attempted to ask him where we were going, but seeing the fury in his eyes, my tongue backed out.He said today is our wedding day, which is true. It's indicated in the wedding invitation but I completely forgot.Did Ronan succeed in winning my father's heart? I guess so.He opened the door of his car when we arrived outside the building. I obeyed as I didn't want to create a scene in a public place.I know he's mad, but I don't think he will hurt me because of rage lingering through his veins.“Connor, where are we going?” I asked as soon as he started the engine.“I want to be with you.”I firmly shut my eyes as annoyance delved into me. “Connor please, let me go. We both know this is not gonna work.” I begged, t
RONANBefore the sun rose on the horizon, I helped the search for Jacob in the Fredericton, province of New Brunswick where they located Candice. “Mr. Volkov, we will start asking around using his picture.”I nodded and followed them by asking anyone whom I encountered if they saw Jacob, showing his picture in public.I'm afraid that Candice hides him well. But is he even safe?Even this morning when I visited her in her cell, she didn't talk to me this time and kept her mouth shut. She only stared at me, her eyes filled with sorrow and pain.I can't even look at her.Why the hell did this happen to her?They tested her last night, the result came out this morning and she was positive for drugs.Damn it.Now, my worries about the safety of my son are getting deeper.But things were not on good terms as soon as the heavy rains interrupted our search and rescue.Rage filled me as I couldn't think straight. My mind was on Jacob's whereabouts, God knows where Candice hid him.As we were
RONAN Adrenaline rushed through me as I sprinted to where the house was, ignoring the simultaneous calling of the men behind. I know it's dangerous, but Belle’s life was at stake inside.I'm glad that I have my own gun, tucked inside my pants before coming here.Gunshots were heard in the air before I could even get nearer the house. I ducked in my head as I continued running as if my life depended on it.Footsteps behind me were heard, and I saw the enforcers and my men following me behind while exchanging bullets with the men on the second floor.With a groan, I lay on the ground as I reached the corner of the house, trying to hide myself well. As soon as I knew no enemies around, I carefully walked inside.However, Belle was gone on the chair where she was tied. Where the fuck are they?“Great move.”Connor's voice behind me stopped me.I scoffed as I felt the tip of the gun at the back of my head, aiming at me like an asshole.He's such a coward for attacking me behind my back.
YSABELLE Faint waves of laughter, clattering on the ceramic, and warm fingers wrapped around my cold hand made me come back to the real world. I slowly opened my eyes, and the light coming from the window made me wince and groan. “Mommy?” That was Ashley’s voice.As I fully open my eyes, I first see my daughter's ocean-blue eyes welled up in tears. Next to her is Ashton, wearing the same emotions through his eyes. They seemed delighted, but at the same time, scared that I had just woken up.Ashton and Ashley immediately went up to me, wrapping their arms around me as if they were gone for a year. My heart felt warm as I finally had them in my arms.I groaned as I tried to sit up on the bed. I was in an enormous unfamiliar room, but I could smell the scent of antiseptic everywhere. It feels like I'm in the hospital but in a luxurious room.That's when I noticed my father at the bottom of the bed, standing still while gazing at me. Why do they seem worried? What happened– Oh! My head
YSABELLE As soon as we arrived at the hospital, Ashley excitedly reached for the vase on the center table.“Mommy, I will put this here!” She leaped on the couch while carrying a bouquet of roses that we bought at the shop in front of the condo unit.“Sure, baby. Be careful.”“Yes, I will!”“Tone down, Ashley.”Ashton's scolding made me remember Ronan. A smile painted on my lips when Ashley stuck out her tongue to Ashton.With a deep sigh, I placed the groceries on the table. I plan to cook Ronan’s favorite food for lunch. I prepared everything I needed and started rummaging in the kitchen while thinking of Ronan.I did my best to remain focused on what I was doing, but my tears betrayed my mind.Yes, Ronan was still in the hospital, remaining conscious.It's been a week since that encounter happened. And until now, neither Paul nor Connor has been found.The police did everything to investigate their motive, especially Paul. They are both wanted, and their faces are everywhere, so