เข้าสู่ระบบTessa“I love you, Mommy.” Lucas kissed my cheek.“Mommy loves you too, Lukie. Now go or your teacher will scold you.” I patted his head as he was about to enter inside the gates of the school.“Are we going to the beach in the evening? Please, don’t break the promise like last time.” I asked me for confirmation.“Yes, Lucas. I promise we won’t ditch you this time.” I pinched my throat to symbolize my promise.Last time, after our heartfelt moment, we decided to go to the beach but Kevin felt sick so we had to visit him in that evening. After that both I and Logan got busy in our respective works.It was Friday and we had the weekend to find family time for Lucas’ sake.Parenting for me and Logan became like walking on egg shells ever since we told Lucas the truth about Raelynn. It was too harsh for a small kid but he took it patiently but his clinginess doubled. He didn’t let me go of his sight.I felt lighter because hiding the truth from him was also wrong.Upon reaching office, I
Logan Lucas was sitting in front of me, his head lowered and hands folded.He was an obedient boy who agreed to talk to me but I could tell that he was very upset with me and it was visible in his actions.“Lucas, for how long are you going to avoid me like this?I sighed in exasperation because it was more challenging than I thought.“Dad, I am angry.” He confessed.My boy was honest with his thoughts and opinion and never sugar coat anything.“With me or Raelynn?” I asked because it was important for me to know before I tried to do the damage control.“Both. I don’t like her because she is mean to Mom and she tries to come close to you. I am not a fool, Dad.” He replied.“Lucas, please, don’t use such strong word because there’s something you need to know about Raelynn. I and your Mom tried to tell you this but we were afraid of losing you.” I said.My heart was beating with nervousness.He finally looked up.“Dad…” His eyes showed the same fear and he squirmed on his seat.“Raelyn
Logan I felt like a weight had been lifted from my heart when I expressed what I had been feeling for a long time.I might still be in love with Raelynn but I couldn’t deny that I developed feelings for Tessa as well. It couldn’t be deciphered.This was my biggest problem because I had to choose one.Either Raelynn who had waited for me patiently, the woman who made me familiar with the world ‘love’.Or it’s Tessa, my arranged wife who silently left a permanent imprint on my life. Her actions spoke louder than her words. A woman who devoted herself without expecting anything from me in return.A woman whom I trust with my son blindly because no one could love Lucas like she did.I tilted my head and stared at the innocent beauty who was sleeping peacefully beside me. A smile involuntarily spread on my lips because Felix’s advice finally made sense to me.He was right. I couldn’t live happy if I had to imagine a life without Tessa.Her face twitched when her hair strands fell on her f
TessaMy heart was pounding rapidly inside my chest like it’d explode any moment when he said that I was his wife and our differences actually affected him.No words were needed between us. I could read through those eyes.Something had shifted but I needed to hear it from him.“Be careful with your words, Logan.” I warned him a low voice but instead of my warnings, he closed the gap between us.“I meant what I said, Tessa. I hate it when someone tries to get close to you and it had made me realise how you would have felt when you saw me with Raelynn. We’re married, no matter what the circumstances were, our relationship comes with this natural feeling of hurt and insecurity.”I looked away to hide my tears from him because it was true.“But it’s too late for this realisation, Logan. The damage is already done and I have dealt with my pain.” I said without any emotion.“I am sorry.”Three words said with depth made me speechless.“Logan, say it when you actually feel it otherwise this
TessaLucas, who shouted on Raelynn, rushed towards them and before they could process anything, he glared at her with crossed hands.“Ms. Cowper, you should have some manners. Touching my Dad isn’t appropriate. He is my Mom’s husband.” He lectured his biological mother whose jaws hung low while I was also in shock.Lucas was barely five and he could speak like an adult.“Luke, behave. She is my friend and she was only helping me.” Logan interjected.I wanted to laugh on his shamelessness because she wouldn’t have touched him if he hadn’t allowed her.“Lucas, let’s go to your room and change your clothes. Your Dad must have an important business to discuss with his friend.” I called out Lucas because I’d not interfere, he’d feel more upset.Finally, Logan’s eyes my cold ones.The man had audacity to play with two women at the same time.“Tessa, why is he behaving like this to me. It’s rude. You’re spoiling him.” Raelynn made a crying face.Lucas frowned at me but he couldn’t disobey m
TessaI sent a text to Adrian to explain him the situation and asked him for a few days’ leave, not leave but permission to work from home because Logan needed my care.“Tessa, keep the phone aside and join us. You are lost in your own world.” Felix, Logan’s cousin said when he saw me replying to messages which was work related.“I am sorry, Felix but you know work pressure when you have to take unplanned leave.” I said and didn’t miss to remind it to Logan who was quietly eating his food.Or trying to eat with a hand casted. I wanted to help him but my pride didn’t allow me.“I am curious to see your first collection as a designer. I am sure that you’ll rock.” Felix said and ir felt like a genuine compliment.“I am hoping the same but let’s see how the final product comes out.” I replied.“But I have to say that Adrian Mcnight gave you a huge opportunity and handed you a new company. It’s success or failure entirely falls upon you. I must say he a very good friend who sees your abili
Logan“Lucas, my sweet pea, do you like our new house?”Raelynn chimed and couldn’t hold her excitement back as the car stopped right in front of the house that I had been building for last four years. It was finally complete and ready to settle in.“Dad, are we leaving our old house and live here,
Logan“Hey, love. I am sorry, I had to drop Mom at her friend’s place. I hope I hadn’t made you and Lucas wait for long.”Raelynn took hurried steps towards me and wrapped her slender arms around me for a tight hug. The mention of his mother made me remember the bruise on Tessa’s arm. I decided to t
Tessa“Mommy, please, come with me and Dad. We’ll spend the day together.” Lucas pouted.I was helping him to dress up for his day out with Logan and Raelynn. Well, I was doing it against my wish but Lucas didn’t let anyone touch his stuff.“Mommy has some important errand to run. I wish I could co
Tessa Walking aimlessly in at the riverbank, rewinding Logan’s declarative words and also sinking the infused humiliation, I didn’t know for how long I blamed myself for bringing this upon myself.The young, naïve girl who wanted to marry the love of her life, who was confident that one day her lo







