Novels by Lummy's Pen

Chapter Title: A New BeginningSimeon's POVI stood at the window of my living room, holding a glass of wine that I hadn't yet sipped. The golden light poured in, whirling on the floor and casting snug shadows on the walls of our home. Our home. No longer mine alone. It was where Lily resided with me now. My wife. The word still made my heart catch its breath in awe.The scent of vanilla-scented candles wafted on the air, mingling with the delicate lingerings of the rose petals still on the hallway floor from the wedding reception. There was laughter in the kitchen—Leora's soft titters, Nelson's thunderous laugh. A reminder that this house was no longer vacant now.I turned as Lily came in barefoot, her satin dress swirling around her ankles. Her cheeks glowed, her eyes sparkling from wine, from love, or from sheer joy of being with her people.She saw me looking at her and smiled. "What?" she asked, coming over."You," I said directly, hugging her close. "You are like everything I di

Chapter: Forgiveness and RedemptionAfter the whirlwind of the wedding celebrations, with everyone buzzing from the joy and happiness of the day, the atmosphere shifted. As the final guests trickled out of the reception hall, an unusual stillness filled the air. Nelson, Leora, and Simeon gathered quietly in a corner of the room, a conversation that had been lingering on the edges of their minds now demanding their attention. Adrian's name had been the ghost looming over their day—no matter how much they tried to get rid of him, he remained in their heads. Nelson knew that despite all of it, Adrian remained in their lives. The question wasn't whether they were capable of living without him; it was whether they were capable of living with the damage he inflicted and still extend a hand of forgiveness.Do you think he can be forgiven?" Leora inquired softly but firmly. The flickering candle flame within the room corner caught the distress in her eyes. Her bridal dress now trailed on a c

Chapter : The bigNelson's POV:The air was charged with tension, but I couldn't help but hear the soft thrum of my own heart. The world outside, the others scrambling about, the flowers being arranged, and the music playing softly in the background—they all seemed very distant, almost remote. Today was not a normal day; today was my day. The day I was marrying Leora, the woman who had completely transformed my life in every sense and beyond.I kept readjusting the tie for the umpteenth time, even though it was already perfect. My reflection stared back at me via the mirror, and I simply could not help but grin. I didn't want the world to know if I was okay on the inside—I was a knot of excitement and nerves, and I knew I was not alone. Leora had been more nervous in the days before the wedding, although she hid it behind that same calm, serene mask of hers.A knock at the door broke my daydream, and a wedding coordinator poked her head in."Ready for the ceremony, Mr. Taylor," she to

Chapter: Simeon and Lily's Wedding DayThe long wait was over—Simeon and Lily's wedding day. The sun poured through the elegant windows of the hall, pouring a golden warmth on the spotless white walls, as if nature itself had conspired to celebrate their wedding. The air was filled with the scent of fresh roses, mixed with the subtle aroma of lilies, a gesture of honor to both their names. It was a day in which the two of them would at last arrive at the destination of their travels—two lives soon to be blended into a single entity.Lily's MorningLily sat in front of the big mirror in the dressing room, watching herself as the seamstress made last-minute alterations to her wedding dress. The fabric was beautiful, a smooth blend of satin and lace, the ivory tone a match to her skin color. The dress hugged her as if it had been made to order, accentuating her curves, draping over every step she took. It glowed with a soft light, reflecting as if it held secrets of its own. Her heart po

Chapter: Nelson's Proposal to LeoraNelson's POV:I rested against the window, the city lights glinting in the distance, but I was not gazing at the view. I was thinking about Leora, what I was going to do. The weight of the choice had descended upon me like a burden, and I could not shake it. There was no turning back now. This was something I was not going to let pass by carelessly; I was prepared. I was beyond prepared.The past few months had been pure craziness. So much had occurred, the drama, suspense, the bouts of doubt. But through it all, there had been one individual who was there for me – Leora. One person who knew me, who was able to break through my charade and reach into my very soul. I had never thought this would happen to me, had never thought that I would be able to feel so strongly for another human being. But here I was, with a heart racing, palms sweating, waiting for the minute that would turn my world upside down.When the day finally drew to a close, I could h

Chapter: Lily and Simeon's New BeginningsSimeon's POV:It was just a little past dusk, with orange hues still sprawled across the sky, as I stood before my office complex, waiting to catch sight of Lily's vehicle. The workday had drained me, but today was more than that. Today was about new beginnings.Today was starting something that was going to change everything.Lily had said yes. She had said yes to me, to us, to the life we were going to build together. And in that moment, as the car door opened and she stepped out, I couldn't help but smile. She was radiating, as always, her eyes shining with a mix of excitement and apprehension. I knew that look. It was the same look she gave when we started this craziness."Hi," I told her, approaching her with a huge grin. "How was your day?"Lily smiled, though it was weak, her mind clearly elsewhere. She had been thinking about the wedding, our lives to come, all the things that would be changing. The weight of it all was beginning to ta

Chapter 59 — For My ChildrenElena’s POVI stood outside Daniel’s door, my heart pounding so hard it felt as though it might burst from my chest. My hands were shaking so badly that I had to grip the doorframe just to keep myself steady. Every step I had taken down the hallway felt heavier than the one before. I had made my decision, even though every part of me was screaming not to.If I give him my companies, what will Ela and Eli have when they grow up? The thought echoed bitterly in my mind. Everything I had built was for them. I could not let him take it all away. I could not destroy the future I had worked so hard to secure for my children.And the other choice...My stomach twisted violently.Maybe I could do it.Maybe I could give him what he wanted for a single night and get my children back.The thought filled me with fear and disgust, but it would not leave me alone.I stopped in front of the door and struggled to breathe.Before coming here, I had checked on the children o

Chapter 58 — Two ChoicesElena's POVThe house was quiet.Far too quiet.The children were in their room, and Daniel's wife was nowhere to be seen.For the first time since I had stepped into this house, I felt as though there was a small opening, a tiny opportunity I could not afford to waste.My heart pounded violently as I walked down the hallway toward Daniel's office. Every step felt unbearably heavy.I hated this house.Every wall reminded me of the past.The lies.The betrayal.The cold, lonely nights.But my children were here.Because of them, I swallowed my pride.I raised my hand and knocked on the door."Come in," Daniel's calm voice answered from inside.I pushed the door open.Daniel sat behind his large desk, looking completely at ease, like a king seated on his throne.He did not seem surprised to see me.In fact, he looked as though he had been expecting me.I quietly closed the door behind me.For a moment, I could not find the words to speak.My throat felt painfull

Chapterb57 — A Weak ManBen’s Point of ViewThe room was dark and I didn’t turn on the light.didn’t deserve the light.The curtains were half drawn, and the faint glow from outside barely brushed the walls. The silence in the room felt loud, too loud, pressing against my ears, pressing against my chest.I stood in front of the mirror for a long time, staring.The man looking back at me didn’t feel like me.His eyes were tired, red, empty.After everything I promised her… after everything I swore I would do…Daniel took my children.My children.The words burned inside me.They were not born from me, but they were mine. I loved them. I protected them. I held them when they cried. I carried them on my shoulders. I promised them nothing would ever happen to them.And now?They were inside Daniel’s house.And Elena…My Elena was under his roof.That thought felt like a blade slowly sinking into my chest.I dragged my hands through my hair harshly.“What kind of man are you?” I whispered.

Chapter 56 — Never AgainElena’s Point of ViewI closed the door behind me, my body trembling, my heart beating so violently that it felt as though it might burst from my chest. I sank to my knees on the cold floor of the small room that had been prepared for me, a room that could be called mine only in moments of silence, when no one was watching. My hands were still shaking from the confrontation in the living room, from Daniel’s words, from the cold and cruel smile of that woman.And then I heard it.A soft sound behind me.“Mom…”Luna’s small voice, hesitant and afraid, yet filled with longing.I turned just in time to see her throw her little arms around my neck. She buried her face against my chest, and my own tears broke free without restraint, unstoppable, falling as I held her as tightly as I could, feeling her small body tremble against mine.Then Leo appeared. His brave little face was stained with tears, his fists clenched as though he were holding back a storm inside hims

Chapter — For My ChildrenElena’s POVI took a deep breath as I stood in the doorway. My hands were trembling, but my heart remained steady. Every muscle in my body wanted to run away. Every thought inside my head screamed at me to turn around, to escape, to give up before it was too late.But then I remembered their little hands — Ela’s soft fingers wrapped around mine, Eli tugging gently at my sleeve, their small hearts trusting me completely. I had promised them that I would come back. I would never leave them again. Not for anything in this world.I straightened my shoulders and looked directly into Daniel’s eyes. The cold, calculating man who had taken everything from me. Fear twisted painfully inside my stomach, but I forced myself to stand tall.“What are you doing in my house?” Daniel’s voice was icy and controlled. He had just walked in, carrying himself with the confidence of a man who believed he owned everything around him, and his eyes studied me like a predator watching

Chapter — I Saw It With My Own EyesElena’s POVI was driving, but I could barely remember how I got through the streets.Everything around me felt blurred.My hands trembled against the steering wheel.Fear.Pain.Hope.All of it twisted together inside my chest.Every street I passed felt like a question.Are you sure?Are you ready?Are you strong enough?But whenever I thought about Ela’s tiny hands…Whenever I thought about Eli trying to act brave even when he was terrified…Nothing else mattered anymore.I pressed harder on the accelerator.“I’m coming, my babies,” I whispered.By the time I finally arrived at Daniel’s house, my heart was close to giving out.The gate was half open.The house looked quiet.Too quiet.I parked quickly.I did not even bother shutting the car door properly.I simply got out.And then—I heard it.A sound.A scream.“Mommy…!”It was Ela’s voice.She was crying.Screaming.My heart dropped instantly.Without thinking, I ran inside.What I saw made my