LOGINAt the federal high court. For the first hearing.Sofia's POV Donal, my husband and I just arrived at the court premises.The police van has already arrived on the premises too. Carrying Lizzy, Anthony, and James. All were handcuffed.A lot of cars were seen coming in and driving straight to the car lot. Which is some little distance away from the courtroom. Everywhere was just busy with the movement of people. Different lawyers were seen moving about getting themselves ready for the court proceedings.Some were seen standing very close to the statue of lady justice. Which stood tall in front of the court building. Others were seen moving about trying to make some photocopies outside the court premises.When we stepped out of the car, my heart was so heavy. Donal is yet to tell me the truth about my daughter's whereabouts. "Your daughter is in good condition; she is fine.” This is what he kept on saying all the time. I am tired of hearing such.I have lost my appetite for food. Eve
She pointed at Anthony, and James both covered their faces to the ground in the utmost shame. They couldn't say a word.“Sofia, let me be honest with you; I never meant to kill you. I really don't know what came over me. I couldn't control my temperament. I think I went too far. I really don't know what prompted me to act in that manner. Please, can we take this home and settle our differences?” “Our difference? Sofia cut in at once. “You and I have nothing to settle.” Sofia poured out."Believe me, Sofia, I never did what I did with a clear eye. I was actually drunk. I'm regretting my actions,” I poured out pitifully. “You don't have to regret your actions. They were well calculated. But unfortunately the execution failed,” Sofia muttered and continued.“The deed has been done. Your apology means nothing to me. It rather provokes my anger to reach its boiling point. You came for my life, but I survived it.” She spoke and then continued“The world is give-and-take. You have succeede
Without hesitation and without being told, I held strongly to my departing spirit. For it has threatened to depart.A tiny warm urine escapes from my body at once. I became so uncomfortable and irritated.She stood so audaciously without saying a word. One of her hands was suspended in the air with a bandage on it. It could be as a result of the stabbing. I have never seen myself under such pressure as this.I couldn't say a word. My heart's beat was pounding. I was so wrapped in shock. Imagining if the image standing right before me is Sofia or her ghost or resemblance. Internal heat set in."Sofia,” I shouted, “how are you?” I asked with a fake-up smile on my face. My teeth clenched against each other so tightly. And the sound of my heartbeat kept increasing. The greetings escaped from my mouth unknowingly.Her silence kept killing me slowly. She never answered. I don't know what else to say. Even the framed-up smile couldn't disappear. It's just there while my eyes scan through the
“What is it that you don't understand, woman?” The officer asked.“What are these men doing here, and what business do I have with them?” I muttered. With a bit of an unnoticed crack in my voice.“You mean you don't know them? It's okay.”“Anthony,” the officer called. Turning his face towards Anthony. “Do you recognize this lady sitting here?” The police officer asked Anthony.Anthony stayed silent for a few seconds and then nodded his head, indicating that he knows me.“Speak out.” The officer ordered. Without hesitation, Anthony let out…“Yes, I know her,” Anthony spoke like someone at gunpoint.“Who is she, and what business transpired between you and her?” The police officer asked.Anthony took a deep breath. Sighed and nodded his head in regret. My eyes were just scanning the entire room. James's face was buried permanently in the ground. Guilt and regret wrapped his entire life.“She is the junior sister of Sofia, the kidnapped victim. Officer, I was actually swayed into this c
The next day. At the police headquarters. Same place where Miguel was brought for questioning and detention. Concerning his claim of being the biological father of Martha. In the interrogation room. Lizzy's POV. My eyes widened as the officers’ question hit me like a slap. I stumbled back quietly and confidently. At once I raised my eyes towards the officer again in shock! “Tell me what you know about the kidnapping of Sofia, the wife of Mr. Donal. Who happened to be your elder sister.” The officer poured out. His tone is firm but not unkind. My heart beat was striking harder. But I held myself. Why must he interrogate me in the first place? Do I look like a kidnapper? I only seek revenge for the evil done to me by Sofia. I owe no one any explanation. Neither am I a kidnapper. I am not. However, my mind still disturbs me. Has anything gone wrong? I believe Sofia's body must have been eaten by the vulture a long time ago. “Officer, I think I have answered this question
She moved reluctantly; when she finally came out, her eyes were directly fixed at the police van that was parked at the center of the compound.From my observation, her mood changed. And her eyes narrowed. After a few seconds, she spoke.“Where is the doctor, sir?” She asked nebulously. Her eyes blinked.I quickly gave the officers a sign that she is One.They approach her at once.When she saw them, she became so shocked and confused.She started to look at me, and then she returned the look back to the officers. For a few seconds she stood silent.“Donal, what is the meaning of this?” She muttered. “What are these policemen doing here? I thought you said I should come and meet with a doctor. Are these men here the doctor you talked about?” She asked nebulously. “Pay attention to hear why they're here.” I poured out “I don't get you, sir.” She muttered. “Lizzy, we are police officers coming from the police headquarters. And here is our ID card and arrest warrant.”“You are under
“Jack has been on my neck lately seeking my consent.” I poured “Your neck? What for? Does he want to strangle you or what?” She let out.“That is not what I meant.” I cut in.“Please, Sofia. Make me understand. And I would like you to just go straight to the main point.” She poured. With a surpri
“800,000 US dollars upfront, with a monthly allowance and full access to my resources on anything you desire. Then at the end of the two-year contract, I will make sure we part our various ways with an exquisite settlement enough for you to live a comfortable and decent life.”He paused. It seems h
Sofia and Donal met.Sofia POV.The atmosphere was calm and peaceful. Serenity covers the entire environment. The only available sound is the cry of the birds. That hovers above the building and then perches on the surrounding tree.The evening was fast approaching, the sun heading to its abode. Th
At the Edifice of Donal, Philomena took her final decision!Donal POVI sat on the porch. All alone, sipping rare cognac gently. Reminiscing about the encounter I had with Jack. The way he left. Signaling Sofia to get into the car with my daughter? Hmm.I really don't want to know his relationship







