ANNIKA'S POV“Juliette...” he said in a hoarse voice.He quietly stood up, afraid he might wake me up. What he didn't know was that I am already awake. My eyes are still closed, but my senses are I awake. I can feel him moving, walking back and forth un frustration. I can hear his soft whispers as he talked to her.“I’m sorry, I can't come. My wife needs me here,” he said calmly.From where I was, I heard a loud, piercing shout from the other line. Caspian's gasped loudly, and his footsteps rattled. It was as if he was panicking over something important.“Stop that! Fuck, Elle, stop hurting yourself! The baby! Fine...Fine! I'm coming!” he whispered frustratedly.“Fuck!” he silently cursed. I can hear his footsteps as he walks around the room. I heard the rustling of his clothes as he changed it. He stopped on my side of the bed, and I heard him heave out a deep sigh. And then, he gently touched my forehead, softly caressing and stroking my hair. He planted a soft kiss on my forehead a

ANNIKA'S POV Hearing his silence, I suddenly felt weak. I sat there unable to move and feeling so sorry for myself. I shouldn't have asked that, I know. I closed my eyes and breathed heavily, avoiding his gaze. I can't look at him without feeling mad about everything. I know he didn't mean for this to happen. However, it just doesn't change the fact that he has hurt me, despite the many times he promised me that he won't. I always say that I trust his words, but how far can I go without burning myself in the process? “I don't know what's happening anymore, Caspian. This isn't what you promised me...” I bellowed. Caspian slowly walked towards me. He closed his eyes in defeat. And slowly, he bent his knees to kneel down in front of me. “I know, baby...I know. You don't want to hear it, but I'm truly sorry for all the pain I caused you.” I looked away. I hate seeing him suffering for the choices he made. It pains me, as much as it pains him. “Did you even know I went for a check up

ANNIKA'S POVI took a deep breath as I slowly opened the door to our penthouse. Hunter and Jade are going on a date, so I decided to go home instead. I didn't want to spoil their day. It would be too much. However, my shoulders fell when I realized that the house was deserted. There was no trace of Caspian anywhere — even in our room, a sign that he hasn't been home. I laughed bitterly. What did I expect? I doubt he even knew I was gone last night. If he knew, what would he do? Would he go out and find me? Would he come and fetch me?I was out of myself as I sat on the couch. The hours passed by so quickly, without me realizing it. Another day has passed, and yet, Caspian's still out.I have learned to accept it as the days and months passed. I finally stopped hoping that he would come home and prioritize me. I have come to realize that I shouldn't beg for his attention and time. If he choses her over us, then it's his loss. I realized that my baby's progress and health should be my p

ANNIKA'S POV“Baby...”I froze when I heard his voice. My eyes widened in surprise as I saw him standing in front of me. I didn't know he would come home today. Why is he here? I clutched my luggage tighter, as if by doing so, it would give me more strength to stand by my decision.Caspian's bloodshot eyes found mine, but I looked at him coldly.He closed our distance, and to my surprise, he bent down on his knees and begged. “Please...just give me a few more months. Please, baby...”My heart hammered in pain as I shook my head. I've given him enough time. I endured everything he did even if it kills me inside to know that he's with another woman. It kills me to know that he might have fathered another child. And yet, I have loved him...so much that I forgot about myself— my own happiness and my peace.I have loved him to the point that I willingly sacrificed my happiness...my needs for him to be with her. It pained me, but I was too in love with him to care. I thought it was just tem

ANNIKA'S POVIt was a big step, but I am both scared and excited all at the same time. All my life, I've never considered living alone because I have Mom with me. I always thought that we'd be together till the end. It made me feel a little bit sad remembering her. I wanted to go back home and be with her, but I didn't want her to worry about me. I didn't want her to blame herself for my misfortune. Maybe I'd tell her the truth one day. Or maybe if the pain finally subsides, I'd be able to share everything to her without worrying that it may affect her health. For now, I need to be tough and brave. . . to face everything with dignity and grace. To solve my problems alone and learn to stand on my own.My things were already packed and arranged. I'm planning to move out by the weekend, and ask for Jade's help to buy some things for the apartment. I decided to cook dinner for us, as a simple way of showing my gratitude to her for everything that she has done for me. I couldn't imagine a l