登入Olivia Barnett POVBefore I left the hotel, I went to the concierge and made special instructions that if there was an emergency in Amee’s room or its occupant, they needed to notify me immediately, or Josh Morgan Sterling.The concierge was surprised when I gave them my contact details and Josh’s contact card.“This is?...” His voice trailed off, eyes growing wide in disbelief, but when he transferred it in my direction to look at my face, an expression of awe was on his face.“Mr. Josh Morgan Sterling knew where to find me.”And then, with my head held up, I began to walk away, but I was surprised to see Josh at the entrance. He was scanning the room before his eyes landed on mine.
Amee Wilson POV“Are you sure you are going to be alright here?”There was worry in her tone when she asked me.I smiled shyly and nodded.“Yes,” I assured her. I knew she was tired, and the children and Mr. Sterling were waiting for her, but she does not move an inch.I was surprised that she was taking her time, even though I knew how much she wanted to be with them.There was hesitation in her eyes when she surveyed my room, and locked on mine right after.“I am not comfortable leaving you here alone. You are pregnant. What if something happens to you?”
Olivia Barnett POVI watched Amee while she interacted absent-mindedly with the kids and thought of Zeke. Should I tell him about what happened?But then, I felt a nudge on my arm, and when I lifted my head, it was to find Josh staring intently at me.“You look shaken. What happened?”I shook my head.Should I tell him about my argument with Zeke and how I had found Amee earlier?But that was their story, not mine.I decided that it was better if we talked about our plans in the next few days.I watched Josh and the way he interacted with his children. The tender expression on his face when Zoe jumped at him, and how he carried her gently in his arms.I was in awe of his patience when he followed Ivy while she took a bottle of water from the fridge, opened the cap for her, and watched as she took a drink.Or the patience when Leo brushed his offer to assist him with his food when we ate our dinner.“I can manage. I am a big boy.”There was so much pride in his eyes when he heard our b
Amee Wilson POVTo my surprise, Olivia hugged me. She hugged me so hard that I pushed her back immediately for fear that she would crush my stomach.“The baby,” I told her, and we both pulled back awkwardly.Olivia pressed her lips together, but her eyes shone in gladness.“I am glad, Amee. Don’t worry. I am here. I will help you.”I did respond because guilt flooded my heart. Despite my betrayal, she was still willing to guide me. It also made me wary of her motives.“Are you for real? I betrayed you.” I decided coming up front with it was my best recourse. I am laying my cards on the table, knowing full well I was not worthy.
Amee Wilson POVI sat there while the security men dragged Olivia out, wanting to blot out the image of her pleading and crying on my account that had remained in my head after she left.“Are you alright, Ms. Wilson?”Dr. Matthews asked, breaking the silence that suddenly cloaked us.I sighed in response, my body shaking uncontrollably.“Do you want me to give you a minute to think things through?” Dr. Matthews' kind eyes settled on mine like a calming balm.I nodded because until now, I could not find my voice. I was too distraught.Of course, I was bothered by what Olivia said. Right now, even before I lay on the gurney to have my baby taken out of my body, her words clung to my head with a finality that made me burst out crying.I covered my face with the palms of my hands and began crying earnestly.I cried for my baby. I cried for myself.I also cried for the mistake that I was about to commit because I was too hormonal that I failed to think things through.I don’t know how lon
Olivia Barnett POV“What?”I was shocked that Amee decided on a pregnancy termination that quickly. I knew that she was hurt and that her emotions were high-strung, but she could have called me.“I need to see the patient, miss.” I insisted when she blocked the door to prevent me from barging my way in.But she did not know that determination fueled my resistance.I pushed her aside, forcefully, too, and began to run inside. My footsteps echoed on the marble floor.“Amee! Amee!” I called out her name in an attempt to distract the doctor and her. How I wish that I were not yet too late.“Miss, this is an invasion of privacy. You can not just barge in here.” The secretary shouted, but I ignored her.Can’t she see that I was here to save my friend from doing something drastic?“I am saving my friend from committing an action that she might regret later. Please, show me where I can find her. I need to talk to her.”Maybe the secretary realized that I was serious. She sighed and looked me
Olivia Barnett POVI nodded. I appreciated that he built something with the children in mind.What bothered me was how it affected me. My chest tightened. I knew it shouldn’t feel like my gut had been twisted, but it was there nonetheless. Not because he built a house for the children.It was more
Olivia Barnett POVImmediately, I stepped back when I realized that Josh was staring not at me, but at my hand that Zeke was squeezing.I pulled my hand back, feeling awkwar
Olivia Barnett POVWe were all stunned, but Josh’s expression was one of pain. He looked like someone had stabbed him in the chest. His face looked ashen. Even his lips lacked color, so I thought he would pass out
Olivia Barnett POV“Where are you taking my children?” I called out, aghast because he was already pulling away from me.The mother instinct kicked in, and I chased after hi







