POV: Harper I'm scared…I'm scared for my life, for my baby, and for what might happen to my family if Ethan doesn’t find Serena before she finds us. She chose the wrong time to show up here; I’m so close to having my baby, and that is the scariest part of all. I had to hide my fears because Ethan needs all the moral support and encouragement from me.He is not scared but worried about us, me and his baby. No, wait, scratch that, he is not just worried like I said. I just said that to make myself believe it. The truth is that he is scared to death about his inability to find her when she is already studying our security system and getting ready to attack. I can see the fear in his eyes, and it scares the shit out of me too. But I put on a smile every fucking day and pretend as if I’m not bothered by the presence of that bitch in our lives.I can’t see past the danger before us, even if I wanted to. Everything around me reminds me of the danger we are facing. Even Emma has lost her u
POV: Ethan For over three hours, we meticulously scrutinized the security footage, breaking it down into segments and closely analyzing it day by day. We started from a week before we first spotted the stranger lurking in the estate. As we combed through the images and videos, my heart sank when we couldn’t find anyone that matched the figure we needed to identify. The feeling of frustration was palpable in the room, but I was determined to press on. As we prepared to launch the next phase of our investigation, I felt a renewed sense of purpose coursing through my veins. No matter the darkness that loomed ahead, I was ready to face it together with my team, hand in hand, refusing to back down until we had secured our future. I recalled how Serena had always managed to outsmart us in the past, but not this time. I would find her and ensure she paid for everything she had done.It was evident that she must have disguised herself, as she always did, to keep her arrival a secret from us
POV: Ethan I pulled Harper into my arms, holding her tightly as the warmth of her presence enveloped me. It felt like an escape from the chaos that had become our lives. But that peace was short-lived, as my phone beeped with a message that jolted me back to reality. “A possible threatening figure was spotted in the estate. We need you right now.” It was from Carl, and as soon as I read the words, the first name that flashed through my mind was Serena. I turned to Harper, and the look on my face must have conveyed the urgency of the situation because her expression shifted to one of alarm.“What is it? Did you find her? Is that text about Serena? Has she been spotted anywhere?” Panic laced her voice, and I could see the concern in her eyes. I smiled warmly at her, trying to ease her anxiety.“No, it’s not her, my love. If it were her, they would have sounded the alarm to alert everyone, including the estate securities. They just texted me because someone has been lurking around this
POV: Ethan I felt so guilty knowing that Justin was hurting because of me. After my conversation with Harper, I wanted to talk to Justin, but he turned me away, refusing to discuss it. I could see the anger simmering beneath the surface; he was furious with me for not stopping Harper when she tried to find a man for Emma. How was I supposed to know that he was still in love with her? Hell, I didn’t even realize he was serious about his feelings for her when he had told me he loved her. Yeah I know we had the same conversation in his office when I took Emma to him for treatment, but he still didn’t say anything about his feelings for her. I mean, how the hell am I supposed to Joe that he still loved her when our conversation was just about her health and him blaming me for everything that has happened. This is what we said in his office... Flashback:“You haven’t changed one bit, Ethan. You are still the most selfish and annoying bastard that ever lived.” He told me sadly, putting h
POV: Harper Emma’s date with Jake was only two days away, and I couldn’t help but smile alongside her as she prepared for the moment she hoped would lead her to Mr. Right. She was a bundle of nerves, fussing and asking me for tips on how to keep a man and how to get a man to love her unconditionally. She wanted her relationship to mirror mine with Ethan, hoping for that kind of unwavering love and connection. “Just be yourself, Emma. The right man for you doesn’t need much show to convince him that you are the one. The right man will stick by you no matter what,” I assured her, even though my heart ached for the complications of her situation. She struggled to find the perfect outfit, trying on a few dresses and pretending to be a model. I watched her with pride as she showed off her selections, helping her choose the best outfit that accentuated her figure. Each time she slipped into a new dress, I felt a pang of guilt twist in my stomach for the role I played in bringing her and
POV: Harper “Come on, Justin, stop lying already. Can’t you see that I know the truth?” I pressed, my eyes locked onto his. “You like Emma, and you’ve been keeping your feelings hidden from her and everyone else. Why didn't you say something to her all this while? Why the hell did you let us find a dating site when you knew in your heart that you're in love with her?” “How did you know?” he asked me, looking too tired to deny the truth anymore. I could see the vulnerability in his eyes, and it made me feel guilty for not recognizing it sooner.“I didn’t know about it, you’re just confirming it to me right now,” I told him honestly, earning a light chuckle as he shook his head at me.“I had my suspicions, but I wasn’t sure until you confirmed it to me. Why didn’t you say anything? Why did you let her go without a fight?” I pressed him for answers, desperate to understand his reasons. His sighed heavily, his sadness and depression evident in his eyes.“She wanted someone like Ethan,
POV: Harper “What do you think?” I asked Emma as we viewed Jake's profile once more. He was so cute and active, with a smile that could light up a room. His profile said that he was a humanitarian and a business tycoon. There were no pictures of him flaunting a lavish lifestyle, and in fact, he only mentioned that he was a CEO without disclosing the name of his company. It was refreshing to see someone who chose to keep his business and net worth a secret until he found the right person who would love and appreciate him. His profile screamed maturity and wealth without putting much out there.He was mysterious, mature, and so fucking cute. That was a definite plus for him. He was a man who seemed to care about other people, he was invested in charity work and various fundraising events for the less privileged. His profile was amazing, I could already feel myself falling for him. If I weren’t married to Ethan, I would most certainly go for him, he was just that appealing.“I really li
POV: Harper “Why are you so kind to me? Why are you so perfect?” Emma asked, sobbing silently as she looked at me, tears flowing freely down her cheeks. I wrapped my arms around her, holding her close. “I told you earlier, Emma. You are now my sister, and I want only the best for you. You restored my happiness when you helped me get back with Ethan. All I’m doing is repaying the favour. You deserve the best, don’t let anyone tell you differently,” .” I told her, smiling warmly at her. I glared at Ethan when he wouldn’t speak up. I guess he forgot that he was here to be my wingman and help out her mind at ease. He is busy with his phone, completely ignoring us unless his name comes up. I waited until he turned my way and I glared at him to remind him of what we spoke about before she got here. She has to believe that he is totally in support of this. That way her mind will be at ease. Ethan chimed in the moment he got that look from me. “She is right, Emma. You deserve only the bes
POV: Harper From the moment I accepted to be Emma’s friend, the gap between us started to close. I know how ironic it sounds for me to be forming a bond with the sister of the woman who had caused me so much pain and heartache. I’m making my husband’s ex-girlfriend my friend, and it kind of sounds crazy. But I see the pain and loneliness in her eyes, and I know that she is just as lonely as I am. In my heart, I know that we could build something beautiful together, something solid and unique, just like us.“Tell me, what was it like when you dated Ethan in high school? Was he as charming and thoughtful as he is now, Is he more caring now or then?” I asked her as we played on the swing. The more time we spent together, the more curious I became. I wanted to know how her relationship with Ethan used to be and how happy they were together.“No, Harper. He never treated me like he treats you. I always suspected that he never loved me because he would rather hang out with his friends tha