Destined

Ariana's heart pounded loudly in her chest as she stood there, staring in disbelief at the very culprit of her painful and unforgettable past, George. She tried to compose herself, but the memories of their past together flooded her mind, making it difficult to find the right words. A whirlwind of emotions consumed her. Anger, resentment, and hurt mingled with the lingering traces of what was once affection.

She remembered the night they had met, their passionate encounter that had started as a fleeting connection but ended in heartbreak. The betrayal she had felt when she discovered she was pregnant, and the courage it took to raise their child on her own without his knowledge. The years of struggles, sacrifices, and moments of joy as she built a life for herself and her daughter.

Mixed with the anger and hurt, a flicker of fear danced in Andrea's eyes. She feared what would happen if George discovered the truth. Would he accept their child? Would he try to take her away? Protecting