เข้าสู่ระบบAlina's POVI was lazing around.Edrick took Clover to school. She finally had a chance to spend time with her father.If the excitement in her eyes didn't make me feel guilty as hell, then I don't know what would.I sat by the porch, watching the beautiful view in front of me.When I was first brought to this place years ago, I was in panic mode, worried about Aria and hoping she would just show up and switch back.But now, I get to peacefully enjoy the luxury penthouse without bothering about anything else.I was just enjoying the taste of hot coffee on my tongue when a call came in, ruining my peace."Hello?" I answered."I sent you a video." That was all Edrick said before ending the call.He didn't even say hi or tell me how he got my number.I shook my head and went straight to my DMs to check what he was so worked up about.It was CCTV footage from last night. A man leaving my apartment block. Even without seeing his face, I could tell he was someone I knew.I was proved right
Alina's POVI should have said no to his offer.I was going to say no. But the moment he mentioned Clover, I gave up.I know who Aria is. I know what she has done and what she is capable of. If Edrick is the only chance for safety for my daughter, then I am willing to take all the help he has to offer.Clover was at the table, munching her cereal while Edrick and Lila helped me pack.Just clothes and other necessities. This would not be a permanent move, so I did not bother packing more than two suitcases.Lila promised to visit as she drove off to her house.Clover and I got into Edrick’s car, and he drove us to our new destination.At first, I did not recognize the place.It was a huge building with many high-class apartments. The kind of place you cannot enter without a face scan and a thumbprint.When we entered the elevator, Edrick skipped all the floor numbers from 1-49 and clicked on a button that had the letter P on it. He inserted his fingerprint, and only then did the eleva
Edrick's POV6am. 6am was too early to be driving to someone's house, especially without notice. But I could not help it. I really wanted to see her, I haven't seen her since the night at grandma's party. I want to see her and not seeing her is driving me nuts. Alina. Liana. I am honestly at a very confused spot. My mind already believes it's you Alina. But at the same time, I was scared of falling in love with another woman when Alina was burnt to ashes in reality. The thought of Alina surviving that fire, getting a face change and coming back as Liana was like a fairy tale come true. I do not believe in fairytales, but for this one, I was willing to. I parked outside the apartment gates and gave myself five minutes to think this through. Maybe I should just drive off and go to work, I did have a meeting in two hours. But after the five minutes elapsed, I stepped out of the car and strode towards her apartment. The moment I got to her floor, I had the itch that something was
Alina's POVI left the party earlier than I should have. The tension between me, Edrick, and Aria was something I was not in the mood for. I cuddled Clover and slept off the moment I got home.Our sleep was sadly cut off quickly by the sound of the doorbell ringing. I stood up, about to rain curses on whoever had the audacity to come by so late at night.But when I opened my eyes and saw the sun shining through the curtains, I realized we had slept through the night.I dragged my feet to the door.The person standing on the other side was not who I was expecting, but I wasn't surprised."Hi," Lila said. The look she gave me was similar to last night's, like she was staring at a ghost."Hannah gave me your address." She explained, even though I wasn't planning on asking."Welcome!" I smiled and let her in.She was not fully comfortable as she sat on the sofa, but the moment her eyes fell on Clover, she softened."Is she?" Her lips trembled. "She's your daughter?"I gave her a nod.Lil
Alina's POVI let her stare at me for as long as she needed.The longer she stared, the more confused she seemed. She seemed hopeful, yet reluctant to believe.“No.” She stood up, her eyes still on me, scanning every inch of my body like I was a corpse that was just dug out of the grave.“It, it,” she sniffled. “It can't be.” Her fingers touched my arms wearily.“Alina?” I could see how scared she was to even say the name.“How? How? You are alive!” she said a little too loud.“Shhhh!” I pulled her back to sit beside me.I shouldn’t be smiling. But the joy on her face was making it impossible to keep a straight face.“You're alive!” she said, this time in a whisper.“How?” The tears were coming back.“I survived the fire,” I said. I was crying, but she was crying even harder when she wrapped me in her arms and hugged me like I'd disappear if she let go.“No, Alina. Where have you been? What happened to you? How did this happen?” She finally pulled away from the hug. But it didn’t seem
ALINA'S POV. I did not know what had come over me, but I wanted to hold on the the strands until they were no longer attached to her scalp, and even then, it will not match the pain she had put me through. Not Even half. But today was Grandma Vale's day and for her sake, I let go of her. Her face was sweaty, her eyes red, and they were little boils popping on her scalp. A grin I could not hide appeared on my face. But Aria was too busy trying to stand on her feet to even care. One advantage of being her twin and growing up with her, I know her weakness.. Want to end Aria in a fight? Grab her hair. "You bitch!" she gritted. But she was too scared to step closer. I could see it in her eyes. "This is just the beginning." I scowled. "I thought you were my friend!" She yelled. People were starting to gather. It won't be nice to create a scene today of all days. I did not want to do what will hurt Edrick or Mr. Vale, or any of them. So, I moved closer to Aria, grabbed her chin,
Edrick’s POV.I couldn’t move.I stood there between the stage and… my wife? My mind wouldn’t catch up. My heart was beating too hard, too fast. My ears were ringing.The woman on stage holding her small bump, calling herself Aria, was looking straight at me.And the woman beside me… the woman I ha
Alina’s POVI stared at my reflection one last time.The makeup artist had already packed up and left, but her work still lingered on my face. soft, glowing skin, warm eyeshadow, glossy lips. The dress hugged me perfectly, the silver fabric shimmering whenever I breathed. I didn’t even recognize my
Alina's POV I watched my mother and Aria settle in like they owned the place.My mother placed her handbag on the couch as if she lived here. Aria crossed her legs and leaned back, her eyes scanning the room like she was searching for faults.Hannah was too excited.Way too excited.“You two look
Edrick’s POVI woke up before the sun. My mind was already racing the moment I opened my eyes. My father was awake. He was healing. That part of my life felt light again.But Leonardo…He was the last monster standing in the dark.I showered fast and got dressed. Aria was still asleep when I left t







