Epilogue One
Khloe Novak
"Mummy, I'm hungry."The voice said near me, and I groaned, hoping to have a few more hours of sleep.
"Mommy." The voice said again, and my eyes flew open to see Emily standing near the bed and holding unto her favorite teddy bear. I reached across and picked her up, putting her to lay down by my side and kissing her cheeks and forehead. Yet, her persistence won. "Mummy, can I have pancakes?"
"Yes baby."
Standing from the bed, I went to freshen up before exiting the bathroom. When I entered the bedroom, she was standing near the bed, and I lifted her into my arms.
Epilogue Two-Two years later-Logan NovakI entered the house, quickly doing away with my duffle bag and climbing the stairs. Walking down the hall, I opened the second door and entered the room belonging to my daughter. Stepping inside, I went closer to her bed, only to realize that she isn't there.Frowning, I walk to the nursery and noticed also that our little boy, Landon, wasn't there either. Knowing where my family would be at this time of the night, I entered our bedroom and noticed three figures asleep on the king sized bed. I smiled at the sight, staring adoringly at my family. My wife lay at the edge where I normally slept, Landon, our one and a half year old
xtra One-Years Later-Khloe Novak"When I took over as the CEO, after my father who had started the Novak Industries, it wasn't even close to being a billion dollar company, and everyone knew it as N.H.I; Novak Holdings international," Liam told the audience as he stood at the podium. Over 200 guests; employees of Novak Industries, business associates, friends and family members, sat at the tables that were spread around the huge ball room where the event was taking place."The years I was the CEO, I was able to take a million dollar company, and take it to new heights, providing opportunities for those who were in need," he said. "Sometimes when I look back, I can't help but realize th
Extra TwoLogan NovakThe sound of little footsteps running towards me was the first thing that greeted me as I entered our home."Daddy!" The voice of my little boy, Kyle, shouted before little hands came to wrap around my legs. I beamed, moving to unwrap his arms around my legs, and taking him into my arms.Looking at him, I beamed. He was now three and a miniature version of me. Of course my sons took my charming features, and I was certainly elated. I noticed how his hair was falling to cover up his little hazel eyes. It had only been a week since we'd given him a trim, but his jet black hair was even longer than it had been."He
BonusKhloe NovakI laid awake listening to the whispering coming from down the hall and footsteps as they moved around. It was only six in the morning, which is very early when you're a parent, and certainly welcome to a few more minutes of sleep.No doubt our kids were up and about this early in the morning. I smiled imagining what they're discussing amongst themselves.I knew it had to be Emily leading the others. Being a big sister, she sometimes persuaded her little siblings to do whatever she wants. Now at 15, she was a typical teenager, and had once or twice given her dad a heart attack when she'd spoken about having a boyfriend.Lo
PrologueKhloe AndersonAs I locked up my shop for the evening, I breathed a sigh of relief. My eyelids were practically closing on their own, and my back was killing me from baking constantly since morning. It had been a tough day at work, with many customers calling to place orders for parties, meetings and weddings. I'd also had to prepare lists that my staff would need to use in the morning. My catering service attracted customers, but at a time like now, I was happy to be going home. I couldn't wait until I lay perfectly on my bed tonight, and snuggled into my warm comforter, forgetting all about the world for at least a few hours. That's something I'm looking forward to.Looking at m
Chapter OneLogan NovakSigning the last couple documents before I can go home for the evening, I frown when my secretary Diana Ward barges into my office like she owns the place."Yes Diana?" I snap, not bothering to hide my annoyance towards the woman. Returning my gaze to the documents on my desk, I ignore the seductive glances I know are being directed towards me at the moment.The contracts on my desk must be finalized today so we can start operations on Monday. And I'd planned on spending the weekend with my parents. I hadn't seen them in a week, and for mom, that meant a month. So, I wasn't looking forward to staying at the office late t
Chapter TwoLogan NovakF.D.A.P (Fort Daniel Army Personnel) Military BaseLocation:ClassifiedAs the HH-60 Air Force Helicopter lands on the bases' tarmac, I gaze around at my surroundings. The base is enclosed by miles of forest, seeming to have no contact with civilization. A number of soldiers run along the road that's been used for training, as others sit in groups, probably on a break. Grabbing my army duffle bag, I jump off the helicopter and unto the ground, and Chris follows suit.
Chapter ThreeKhloe AndersonThe rattling of a doorknob is what awakened me for the second time since I've been here- in this awful room. I panicked. Someone was unlocking the door to enter the room. Maybe it's just food. But that didn't stop my mind from thinking about all possibly reasons why someone could be entering the room.Are they going to kill me? Are they about to let me go? However, why would they kidnap me just to let me go in the end?Is this how I go out? When I thought about my death, I'd always dreamt about what my last meal would be like. Would I be gone without even a last meal? I hated thinking about this.When a man enters the room