Sophia’s Pov
“W-what is this, what are you both doing here?” My brows furrowed as I glanced between the lady and Quinn, who relaxed in his seat without a care in the world. He was the only person sitting in the First Class area, which said a lot. Just how rich was this man? “I never imagined we’d meet this way, Sophia.” His lips curved into a thin smile as he leaned forward to pick up a glass of wine, slowly tilting it into his mouth. I watched on in discomfort, fiddling with the edge of my clothes as I gulped harshly. This was definitely not how I planned for my day to go. I didn’t expect to meet my ex-husband’s lifelong enemy here, yet here I was, standing in the midst of chaos. Hailey finally spoke up, “I saw her trying to flush her baby out. I intervened as soon as possible.” “Oh? Did something go wrong between you and Leo?” He asked, a smug smirk tugging at his lips. My eyes stung with tears and my throat felt tight all of a sudden, as I gripped the edge of a seat, trying to steady myself. At first, I thought of lying, but what was the point? Hailey already knew and although I felt stupid already, so I decided to tell Quinn. Contrary to my main opinion, he listened to my story patiently to the end. “So, Leo and his crazy fiancee tried to kill you? Typical behavior.” He snorted, crossing his legs. The plane rumbled lowly, experiencing some turbulence as I stood, trying to maintain my balance. At this point, I didn’t know if it was the pregnancy or the plane that made me nauseous. “One thing I know is, you can run but you can’t hide. As soon as they find out that you’re still alive, they’ll have no choice but to finish what they started.” He said casually as if this was an everyday occurrence. Of course it was, he was part of the mafia of course. One of the most powerful. He and Leo had been rivaling for ages, until all of a sudden—Radio Silence. I hadn’t heard much, but all I knew was that they were pretty good friend before the split. “I really wanted to end it all, but when I was put in that car, I had no choice but to run. I didn’t even know I was pregnant.” I rubbed my hand over my stomach, in an attempt to soothe myself. “So, you couldn’t kill yourself, that’s why you made a stupid decision to kill the innocent baby in you?” Hailey snapped, her tone holding a hint of anger. “Well, you said you could help me…That’s why I’m here. I need to know what to do next. I-I’m just so lost right now…” I sniffled wiping my wet face with the back of my hands. If anything good could come out of this situation, I’d probably be the luckiest woman alive. “I have a proposal to make.” Quinn finally spoke up, turning to look at me and for the first time, I took in his facial features. His chiseled jaw, his perfectly defined eyebrows, his full lips, and his blue eyes, all contrasted against his tanned skin. “W-what is it?” My eyes widened and I leaned forward, anticipating an answer immediately. I could still see Leo in him, and when I realized that I was going in too deep with my thoughts again, I shook my head, urging me back to reality. “Sit down.” He commanded sternly, narrowing his eyes. “Does Leo…know about the baby?” “No…he doesn’t. Even I just found out today.” I shook my head, biting my bottom lip. Leo smacked his lips tastefully, absorbing the fresh information. I took a seat in the seat right across from him. “Well, good. Then, this won’t hinder us from any future plans.” He set his glass down, folding his hands in his lap. “W-What plans? I don’t understand what you mean.” I raised a brow, my knee shaking violently, as my eyes darted from Hailey back to Quinn again. He maintained his composure, seemingly withholding the information, which made me more anxious than ever. Hailey and Quinn exchanged knowing glances before looking back at me. Something was wrong, I could feel it. I abruptly stood up, my fists trembling by my side, “Look, I think…Maybe this was all just a mistake.” “No, what are you doing? Sit back down! You don’t leave Leo’s presence until he dismisses you,” She hissed, but I couldn’t care less. I was playing a risky ball game. It was better for me to figure things out on my own than to put myself in stupid situations again. I moved away from where I sat turning to face them both, “I-I’m sorry, thank you for your help, Hailey. But, I think I’m better off doing this on my own.” She lurched forward to grip my hand, “No. Stay Sophia! What the hell is wrong with you?” She screamed, tugging me back. I twisted my arm in her grip, trying to break free, but she was too strong. “You’ll be dead in no time, Sophia and when I see your dead body in that coffin, I’ll spit on your gave,” He said, his voice dropping low and dangerous. With a swift motion of his fingers, Hailey finally let go and pushed me forward, sending me stumbling. I scoffed, unsure of what to do now. My blood froze. I most certainly didn’t want to die. What were the odds that I’d ever live a normal life again even if I ran as far as I could? At this point, it was now or never. But if I succumbed to this decision, would I regret it? I finally mustered up my courage and spun around, moving forward to face him, “What’s the catch, Quinn?” “I knew you’d come back.” He chuckled, looking up at me. “Marry me, Sophia. Then, you’ll be safe with me.”GINA'S POVI must have collapsed by the cliff side because I woke up shortly in a moving bed. There are faces hovering over me in the blurry lights; mouthing what I couldn't understand. Their faces soon saded into darkness.The white ceiling is the first thing I saw when I opened my eyes again. My hands are heavy but my body is numb. I strained my stiff next to turn, it only went a little but I could still tell who it is holding my hand. It is Derek. His eyes are sullen and his face is pale. His lips dry and I could see signs that he has been crying.I shook him a little, hoping it will wake him. Make him see i am okay but there is this unsettling feeling in my gut, telling me it is not about me.I shut my eyes and sucked in a breath, exhaling slowly. No bad thoughts right now. I just need my son to hold me. I pat him again as much as I could. He stirred a little, sat up and stretched him arm. He rubbed his eyes and then opened them wide. Immediately he saw my face, he began to tear
GINA’S POV As odd as it may seem, It was the smug look on his face when Leonardo tried to pummel him that convinced me he was telling the truth when he said he would help us with Al duro.He still had everything that Quinn had instilled in him. All the attitudes and the anger. He still hated those Quinn hated. I found myself telling Hailey’s husband to keep Leonardo from harming Georgie. It wasn't easy but things finally died down.Georgie returned to his knees, before me. “Where is Al duro now?” I asker him.“There is a place by the riverside. The place Quinn's family were buried. The place where Quinn comes to look at the people that killed his parents and remind himself that he still has to kill their daughter. The last person in their family he hasn't killed. That's where Al duro will be and I know the way.”I dismissed Georgie for a moment. He stood ourside while I deliberated with Hailey’s husband. For sure we were going after Al duro but I have to be certain that we have enou
GINA’S POV The doctors lifted Quinn onto the stretcher and hurried off, beckoning on everyone to get out of the way. I tried seeing him off with them, to see his face before he is wheeled into the theater but the nurses held me back.“Mam, please. He need to get treatment. You could be bleeding internally. Mam, he will be fine. Please take care of yourself.” They said. Their hands gripping me from all sides. My face is smeared with tears and my vision blurred. I couldn't fight their hold. I'm just too tired. The nurses won, strapping me to a stretch. The lights on my way to the the emergency room kept flickering on and off. I turned my head sideways and held a nurses hand.And mutered. “Please… please don't let my husband die.”Her eyes are glossy, holding a hint of uncertainty. She mouthed silently. ‘We will try our best.’ It was the last thing I heard before the lights went out.****************THE FOLLOWING DAY “Mum, Dad is going to be alright. Don't cry please.” Derek said, snu
GINA'S POV I hit the road in the night and drove my full tank of gas all the way towards God knows where until it dried up. I parked the rental car in a motel I found in that unknown location and checked in. It is day break already. My eyes are sullen from crying and my head is aching. The motel attendant gave me aspirin and asked me to take it in front of her. I wasn't going to OD (overdose) and die in their motel.I didn't find it funny, not even a little bit. I paid in cash and crashed my tired self on the bed. Yesterday night playing in my mind on loop. I'm Aura. I'm Aura. I've been Aura this entire time. They were looking for me. I couldn't remember anything from the past that Quinn had narrated but it somehow made sense that I met Quinn and Leonardo. Why I was instantly pulled to them of all the people in the world.Until last night, I was certain my parents were mine. I had been lied to. Over and over. How much of my life do I not know? How much is missing in my memory?“Fuc
GINA'S POVMy plan touched down on East side, Orlands Airport. I took the rental car and drove into town. It is going to be a long drive to my destination so I called home. I talked with Derek than I called an old friend.“Hello, Guss.”I heard a chuckle at the other end of the phone.“What's funny?”“Oh, nothing. I'm still surprised you asked me for help. I mean. The first time we met ended you making one of those Hispanic girls slap the nuts of me.”I smiled. That was funny. “I'm glad you don't hold grudges.”“Grudges don't suit a black brother like me plus, the lady is hot by the way.”I let out a small laugh. “Take care of her.”“I will.” The line cut. I dropped the phone and stepped on the gears. The retried nurse told me that Aura was not adopted. She was taken by her family. Going on this hunt, made me realize why Quinn and Leonardo may have never found this if they looked. Hailey’s husband has access to filed that no one else can. Rock Creek hospital was a military hospital b
GINA'S POV“Hello, Quinn, finally. I've been calling.”“I'm sorry baby. Its really messed up over here.” I can hear a hint of frustration in his voice.“Is she really Aura.” He was silent for a moment. “Yeah.”“Oh my god.”“Mhmm. It really sucks. I didn't think I will ever have to meet her again under these circumstances.”“What are You gonna do?”“Leonardo and I have agreed, we will stay. If we left her alone back then she wouldn't have ended up the way she did. We have to make it up to her. Anyway we can.”“Quinn, are you growing a soft spot for her?” I wish so bad that he can understand how disgusted that made me feel.“I know this is so out of place but she is Aura.”“I don't care. Your Aura has become a bitch. Who she was in the past past doesn't validate or save her from any of the harm she did in the Future.” I was almost yelling, veins popping from my head. “Gina, please. I understand what this is like but I don't think you understand that we owe this girl. We have a lot to