South East Coast of A city,Jackal and Mason were groaning in agony as they didn't had any food or water since the two days. They felt like dying or that there was no way for them to break out. They couldn't leave since the man in dark suit was there keeping his eyed on him the whole time.The door in front suddenly squeaked and upon tilting their heads, they saw Carson approaching. Jackal had thought Carson wouldn't come but here he was, making his way towards him with a pair of narrowed eyes.He exchanged few words with the other man and then turned his attention towards the both of them. The man in dark suit left and it was only Carson and them, glaring at each other with intensity.“I have few questions for you” Carson said, taking a seat in front of them on a worn out metal chair.Jackal and Mason laughed as if he had cracked a joke. “And you think we will answer you? Stupid motherfucker.”“Yes you will. If you want to live, you will” Carson said, his tone calm and confident.The

[It happened hours ago before Carson went to meet with Elissa at night]Carson had thought this over and over and if he wanted to reveal the truth, he would have to do this. He took a deep breath and entered the Mayor's Residency. Carson had called Amanda that he wanted to talk to her about something important. Amanda was on cloud nine because it was the first time Carson has initiated to call her.He went in and saw Amanda coming down the stairs. Her eyes shone when she noticed him coming inside. Amanda wore a tight bodice dress that was bringing out her curves smoothly. Carson paid no attention to that. Amanda came up to him and hugged him. Carson tensed but controlled himself not to push her back. He let her hug him. Untangling herself from Carson, Amanda asked, “Is everything alright? You wanted to meet....it was so sudden I forgot to inform Mom and Dad.”Carson put up a fake smile and caressed her cheek. Amanda blushed because whatever was happening was too unexpected. “Actually,

It was time for the wedding ceremony. As the maid of honor, Elissa was standing there, beside her place of Amanda. Carson was standing opposite her, and she was aware of his eyes on her. It made her uncomfortable. Elissa was looking towards the door, waiting for the bride to enter. A minute later, Amanda along with the Mayor made her entrance through the front. Amanda was looking beautiful in a princess off-shoulder white wedding dress. She blushed as she glanced at Carson standing in front of her but then when she noticed Elissa there, her smile turned into a scowl. But she didn't let that bother her. Carson has assured her Elissa was nothing to him. The Mayor helped Amanda and led her to the stage. Amanda gave Elissa a mean look before turning to face Carson with a happy face. She was on cloud nine because it was still unbelievable that she was finally going to marry Carson.The priest started with the vows, first going to ask Amanda. “Amanda Therese Hayes, do you take Carson Grace

“I can even ask the doctor who did the test results if you still have doubts,” Carson said. He had gone to the doctor the day before yesterday. He managed to get a strand of Amanda's hair and Luke's since he had long hair that was demurely coiled at the nape of his neck.There was no lie for her to tell. Kimberly lost the game she once mastered in. Her chin trembled as he glared at Carson. She stormed towards and stood in front. “Why are you doing this, huh? Just why?” Kimberly somehow knew the answer however, she wasn't sure if by any chance she did something to him or any of his family members.“Because it is necessary. Because you tried to kill my woman. Because you are a criminal.”“No! I am not a criminal!” Kimberly shouted.“Why did you try to kill Elissa?” he asked, narrowing his eyes at her. Carson knew Kimberly wouldn't say anything. He knew the reason and it was so shocking, he couldn't believe it for a day.Carson nudged Luke to say further, blurt out whatever truth he knew

“Mommy!” Lia squealed when she saw Elissa. Her face brightened up and a wide smile spread across her face. “You are here!”Elissa gave Lia a tight hug but making sure not to choke her something. When Lia looked at Elissa's face, she noticed her eyes were red, as if she has been crying for a while. “Mommy, were you crying?” Lia frowned, her cute little hands trying to cup Elissa's face.Elissa got flustered. She breathed a nervous laugh and shook her head. “Of course not, sweetheart. Why will Mommy cry?”“Then why are your eyes red?” Lia asked, not quite believing her mother's words.“Oh, that. Actually, there is so much dust outside and maybe that got stuck in my eyes. It is not serious, sweetie” Elissa assured her with her smile.“Okay. Mommy, is your work done?”“Yes. Now, I will spend all my time with my little princess!”Lia giggled and embraced Elissa, kissing her on her cheek. Elissa's heart swelled, at the same time the emotions she had bottled inside her, started to suffocate