DANE Two hours later, the officer had taken the full account from Dahlia. I didn’t want her to be stressed, not when she was pregnant, but it was inevitable. I just hoped that once this was all over and all those behind it were behind bars, life would become easier. "This video is enough, but I think if we had a full confession from Amal El Nazari we could have a stronger case. She comes from a wealthy family, even if your influence is much stronger. Warren Murdock is already using the sympathy card that we are abusing power and holding him. Under pressure, there are chances they will be released on bail until the court passes the final judgement. I think the best thing we can do is get a full confession from her. Ms El Nazari, I think you are the one best for this job." "She can’t…" I trailed off when Dahlia nodded. "We will be there, all set around you. We would be happy for yourself to be there too Mr Altaire. I assure you that Ms El Nazari’s safet

DANE She had done it, when we heard those words, Mason motioned for two officers to move in. I stepped back feeling relieved. That’s my girl… it was less than five minutes of madness. Amal screamed that Dahlia had tricked her, swearing she wouldn’t get away with this. "Let's just take this to the station, Ms." Mason said, cuffing Amal. I knew it would make some news, but I had called a few people from the company to settle things down at the restaurant. Hopefully, it wouldn’t blow up completely and some damage control would minimise the damage. I walked over to Dahlia as Amal was being led out, a few cops surrounding her. They were all dressed in casual wear as they had been around the restaurant blending in. "You don’t understand! I demand my lawyer! Now!" "You will be allowed to call your lawyer at the station. Anything you say can and will be held against you." "This isn’t good… No… I can’t be caught! I’m pregnant!"

DAHLIA "I’m always going to be your mama." I whispered. She nodded vigorously. When had my baby grown up so much? "I know you’re my only mama, the one who takes care of me and loves me. It doesn’t matter what anyone says, you are the only mommy I want." She whispered. I smiled wiping her tears. "I love you Ari." I whispered, kissing her forehead. She smiled, wiping my tears in return with her mitten covered hands, and hugged me tightly. Nothing could change our relationship… But the fact that my daughter had to find out like this… I stood up, holding her hand as I looked at the woman who was muttering to another as she held her cheek. "Mrs James… The El Nazari’s will not be working with your husband’s company anymore." "W-why you can’t let a child’s issue-" "A child’s issue?! Really?! Then why did you get involved! When you insult the future heir to that company, you have made your decision. As for this school,

DAHLIA The doctors’ words rang in my head and I froze. My heart was pounding louder than the beat of a drum. My head was spinning, remembering the woman on the bridge… Her words echoed in my head. ‘We broke up. He doesn’t want anything to do with her.’ "Dahlia…Dahlia!" I gasped, looking at Dane, who looked pale. His eyes full of shock as he gripped my shoulders, looking at me concerned. The door shut and I realised the doctor had left to give us some privacy. "She said you didn’t want anything to do with her." I whispered. Tell me she lied… because if she didn’t… I don’t think I could forgive him... My baby girl could have died that night… all because her parents didn’t want her. "Did you know that your girlfriend was expecting?" I asked quietly. The pain I felt inside confused me, I needed to know he would never do this to Aria. Only then could I focus on the fact that he was her biological father. "I swear I didn’t, w

DANE  We had just arrived home when we heard Aria laughing as she and Hadid sang some Arabian song. "Finally home…" Dahlia said with relief. I was glad she was feeling better now. "Home indeed, speaking of which… I have a few things I wanted to show you." "Sounds perfect." She said. "Mama!" Aria said as she hurried over. Dahlia hurried forward worriedly. "Careful Ari." She scolded lightly catching her carefully and kissing her head. "Mama, Grandpapa and I are singing songs!" She said. "That’s lovely, now how about you go and enjoy yourself? Mama will go shower and then we will join you all for some pizza?" "Oo yummy! Takeaway?!" "Yes." Dahlia laughed. Aria gave me a hug before she walked off to tell Hadid. Dahlia stood up, smiling as she turned to look at me, taking her coat off slowly. If only she realised how enticing that move was… "Mind ordering?" "Not at