Noah observed how the nerves in Sophia's face had tightened up. She seemed uneasy. At least he knew he was one of the reasons why she was. She sat silently glancing at the small clock on her table. Maybe she had an appointment? “This place is coming together quite well,” he said to break the silence. She whipped her head around taking in her surroundings. “Yes, thank you. Do you by any chance need something?” She asked with a look that spoke millions. He casually strolled into her office after five years of divorce, all of a sudden he can't seem to remember anything he did to her. Noah's expression changed immediately. Before attempting to address anything else, she pulled out her phone and sent a text to Tammy. The text was literally a plea. It was simple, “Get Addison home. A member of the staff is on the way here to drop her off. Intercept her, and take Addison home.”She began to panic when there was no response from Tammy. Tammy usually would answer within seconds. Was she b

Noah stood there with not much to say. He turned his attention to Addison who was stuffing her face with Alfredo pasta. She was having a serious discussion with Aiden about what played out and how her mother completely put out the mean lady in her place. She turned her attention to Noah, “Thank you for saving my mummy,” Addison said in the most adorable voice. “Our mummy you mean.” Aiden added, staring at Noah with his grey eyes. Something swirled in Noah's stomach as he got a closer look at Sophia's son. They were completely identical. Aiden looked like a smaller version of Noah. “We've said our Thank you, can you please leave now? Me and my babies are trying to have a peaceful dinner.” Noah's mouth hung open, completely entranced by a miniature version of himself. “Mummy, why are you being so mean to this nice uncle. You told us being mean is a bad thing mummy.” Addison scolded Sophia. “It's true mummy, let the nice uncle join us.” Aiden suggested with the biggest smile on his

Sophia pulled up in the parking lot of the massive hospital. She remembered clearly who the owner was because she had met him several times. Mr. Walton was like an answer to her prayers when George Milton was alive. His hospital sustained Henry's life and she was very grateful for him. His son, Randall was a breath of fresh air. Anytime he can go around for a party or an event, he would always make Sophia laugh and take her mind off what was going on. She hadn't seen him in a while, and she wouldn't mind running into him. Immediately they got in, there was a lady with orange hair and freckles at the front desk. She greeted them with a beautiful smile that would melt anyone's anxiety. “I'm looking for Addison Whyte.” Sophia asked with a shaky voice. The lady looked down at the screen in front of her, “Are you family?” “Yes, I'm her mother.” She answered hesitantly. “Just a moment,” she said clanking keys on the keyboard. The lobby was almost deserted. Sophia needed someone to at

The whole house was quiet. No one had decided to speak because of how tense up everyone was. Sophia took her time cleaning up Addison's wounds. She wore dark shades at home so no one could see her swollen eyes. Tammy sat silently on the couch. She thought it would be smarter to stay with Sophia throughout the night. Her eyes were cloudy because of the tears. She stared down at her phone. Noah kept calling her number. She had purposely missed multiple calls from him. “Are you okay?” Tammy asked after Sophia after had put the kids to sleep. Ava had also gone to sleep after asking so many unanswered questions. “He called me asking where you were, I told him you were indisposed. Maybe I shouldn't have, it was out of my--”“No, it's fine. No matter what you said or didn't say he would be able to find me anyway.” Tammy swallowed a gasp. She closed the space between herself and Sophia. Tammy cupped Sophia's face in her palm, “Are you okay Soph?” Sophia nodded turning her face in the op

“Shit,” Sophia mumbled as she caught sight of the line to the bathroom. “Mom,” Aiden whispered, “I don't want to be here any longer.”“Okay baby,” she responded by picking him off the ground and walking towards the mall's exit. She wondered how Addison had been coping with Noah. Even though she was comfortable with him, he was still a stranger. “Can you hold up a little longer baby? Let's pick up ice-cream for Addy.” Aiden nodded, his face had lightened up a little. They took the elevator to the lower floor. Every inch was covered with people. The mall was hosting a gaming competition. Sophia sighed, completely overwhelmed by the crowd. She turned on her heel. While trying to locate the exit, she caught a familiar face. “Chantelle?” she almost screamed. Chantelle had tossed Addison so high up in the air. Addison looked petrified. Sophia's mind immediately went back to the day, four years ago. She didn't bother to know what was happening. How could Noah let her near Addison?“W