Natasha felt relieved after speaking with Sean and was able to focus on her shoot. She didn’t take retakes like earlier. However, she was distressed at Easton’s gloominess.The shoot was exhausting, and it didn't end until it was late. Easton gave the order to wrap up after shooting a romantic night scene in the rain.He walked out of the set."Easton…" Natasha rushed over. "Don’t be upset with me." She had been trying to talk to him for the whole day, but he kept ignoring her. It was distressing. She didn’t want to lose such a good friend and was eager to restore their harmonious relationship.Easton paused and glanced at her over his shoulder. "Since you are not willing to be with me, don’t think about me. It is painful to be around you. Don’t make it worse. If not, working with you will be difficult for me."Natasha stared at his departing form, feeling sad. She was not anticipating her friendship to end this way."Aren’t you ashamed of yourself?" A crisp female voice from behind m
Sean went into his bedroom once he made sure that Jack was in his bed. He found Natasha sitting on the bed, toying with her chain. Her solemn look distressed him."Hey…" He put his hand across her shoulder, sitting down next to her. "Don’t worry. Jack is a smart boy. He is clear about what he wants and what he is doing. It’s my fault. I should have bought him a phone. Johnson also has a phone."Natasha dropped her head on his shoulder. "I know he is ambitious, and I always feel awful when I am not able to meet his demands. I didn’t even buy his favorite cake. It was so painful. But I am concerned that he will develop bad habits.""He won’t," Sean assured her. "Stop thinking too much. He is fine, and he will be fine. Come. Let’s sleep."He lay down, pulling her into his arms, kissing her on the brow.Natasha also pushed the worry away from her mind as she believed that Sean would take care of everything. She smiled and moved in closer, putting her hand against his chest."The boys’ bir
Natasha arrived at her uncle’s house with Caroline. She tried to convince Brandon to forgive her aunt.Brandon was so mad that he didn’t say a word. He kept sitting sullenly. The air around him was so cold that it was frightening.Caroline didn’t dare move. She stayed rooted beside the door, head bowed, eyes filled with tears. Nia also stood next to the sofa, helplessly staring at her mother.Both were too scared to say a word.Natasha was the only one who showed the courage to speak, despite her fear. "Uncle, please forget everything and forgive Aunt," this time, she said in a pleading tone, taking a seat next to him. "She is Nia's mother, your wife. You can't be cruel to her. I won't be able to live in peace knowing that my aunt is suffering because of me.""Don't blame yourself," Brandon finally said, breaking his silence. "She is suffering because of her actions." He threw Caroline a disdainful look. "I can't live with such a heartless woman. I would have severed all ties with her
Sean drove to an opulent jewelry shop.Natasha was a bit surprised. She thought he was taking her to dinner but brought her to buy jewelry. "Why are we here?" she couldn’t stop herself from asking.Sean pulled over and took his time responding. "I thought I should buy you something on our first date." He stepped out first and walked around to open the door for her.She came out. "You have already bought me a dress."Sean didn’t respond to it. He put his hand on her back and led her into the shop.A saleswoman greeted them warmly.Sean asked her to show Natasha some jewelry before getting on the phone.Natasha went with the saleswoman, finding it strange that he had suddenly turned cold. He was supposed to accompany her. She wondered what urgency had come suddenly that he had to check his phone.Sean resumed his smile as he slipped the phone into his pocket. He hurriedly went to check some rings once he made sure that she was not paying attention to him.Natasha, on the other hand, che
The musicians stopped playing as Natasha’s voice rose higher than the melodious music of violins. They resumed playing again since they had been hired to do the job no matter what.Sean was also startled. He set the knife and fork down and looked up at her. He intended to surprise her, not to shock her.Natasha, on the other hand, felt something warm escaping her womanhood. She stiffened and clenched her thighs, heat crawling up her cheeks. She had been experiencing abdominal cramps since the morning and was expecting her period. But she came out in such a hurry that she forgot to take tampons with her.The shocked expression soon turned into panic. Natasha picked up her purse and ran out."What!!!" Sean jumped to his feet. "Natasha…" He dashed after her. "Wait…"Natasha didn’t stop to answer him. She ran straight to the restroom."What is happening?" Sean thought she was angry and was leaving. He became anxious, assuming something was not right with her."Natasha, wait a minute."Nat
Time flew by, and another weekend came. During these days, no suspicious incidents occurred. Life was difficult under tight security, but it felt safe.Sean planned to take them to the amusement park. Not only the boys, but Natasha was also excited. She had never been to the theme park but had always wanted to go at least once in her life. She packed the water bottles and some snacks.Jack and Johnson ran out and jumped into the Rolls Royce."Jack, be careful," Natasha cautioned. "You can’t jump around, okay?""Yeah, mommy… I know." Jack gave a flat response."Mommy…" Johnson grinned. "I am happy."Natasha couldn’t help but smile. It was the first time she heard him say so many words. "I am happy too, honey." She kissed him on the brow before buckling his seatbelt. "You shouldn’t run around in the park. Stay close to us. You know, it can be dangerous out there." She turned her attention to Jack. "Especially you, Jack… I don’t want you to fall sick after this trip.""Mommy, you are wor
Bang…Johnson closed his eyes and ears, shuddering. After that, he could only hear gunshots and didn’t dare open his eyes to check if Jack was okay.Gunshots finally stopped. Only the people’s cries echoed. The police siren was buzzing."Johnson..." Jack’s voice compelled him to open his eyes. He saw his brother crawling towards him. He grinned, relieved. "You are alive." He hugged him."Yes, I am." Jack hugged him back. "Angus saved me."They both looked at the dead bodies littered around."Jack, Johnson…" Natasha and Sean rushed in.Natasha pulled her sons into her embrace. "Are you okay?""Yes, mommy," Jack replied."Hurry up. We have to get out of here." Sean lifted Johnson in his arms and held Jack’s hand as he walked out. He suspected that more goons were hiding nearby and would attack them again. It was better to leave.Angus escorted them to the car and drove away.The kids were so tired from the ordeal that they fell asleep soon after they got home. Natasha watched them sleep
When Sean returned home, he found Natasha sleeping. He was relieved to learn from the maid that she had eaten. He sat down beside her and caressed her cheek. His heart was heavy as he saw the tear streak on her cheeks. Despite so much security, he was unable to stop those goons from attacking them. He wondered which enemy had become so audacious that they wanted to kill him and his family.He suspected his uncle as he knew about his involvement with the underworld. But he could do nothing without proof."I will always protect you and my sons," he murmured.Knock-Knock…He glanced at the door and walked over to open it. He found Angus outside the room."Any update."Angus nodded, his serious demeanor maintained.Sean walked into the study, followed by Angus. He sat on his seat, beckoning him to take his seat.Angus only glanced at the chair but didn’t sit down. "We were able to catch one of them alive. He admitted that Mr. Antony had sent them to kill you all."Sean squinted at him, hi