The Love From Vengeance

95 TENSIONS IGNITE

LUKE’S POV

As they stepped out of the car, I couldn’t help but glare at Ariel and Andre. I had no idea why, but my blood boiled as I watched him hold her hand, only to quickly. let go when he saw me.

I couldn’t believe this man had the audacity to flaunt this nonsense with Ariel in front of me. I could feel the anger rising within me as I scrutinized them, wondering how they both spent the night together, probably wrapping themselves in each other’s arms.

Andre may have thought he could hide that goddamn feeling of his, but I could see it all over his face. How he was just smiling when they both burst out of the

car.

I was seething with rage, yet trying to control my emotions at the sight of them. together. I didn’t know why this had to hurt at the moment. It was kind of fucked up. But there had to be a reasonable explanation for this.

ARIEL’S POV

“You take care, Ariel. I’ll be going now.” Andre smiled at me

“Okay that’s nice.” I beamed back at him, and we both hugged each other, letting go in the next second.

Andre’s warm hand clasped around mine, radiating happiness as he bid me farewell and climbed into his car. I waved to him, feeling content and grateful for his presence.

As he drove away, his smile lingered in my mind, filling me with warmth and joy. And then my eyes caught Luke’s.

He stood outside his gate, his hands dipped in his pocket, his posture rigid and his gaze intense. And at this moment, I felt a shiver run down my spine, looking at him.

His expression was one of pure malice, his eyes dark and intimidating. For a moment, I got scared, as if I had come face to face with the devil himself. I couldn’t help but wonder what had caused him to be in such a state. Moving closer to him might be a terrible option at the moment.

Luke and I gazed at each other for quite some seconds, and then Jack had to walk past me, holding some files. He advanced towards Luke, handing the files to him.

They started having a conversation, and I knew this was my chance to get in that

house, and avoid any sort of trouble, or whatever. So, I struck into walking slowly, and Luke’s eyes met mine again, the dark look, causing me to halt.

Jack was talking to him, but it was like he wasn’t even listening to anything his assistant was telling me. He was just staring at me, and no one else. Could have been Medusa’s twin brother, or something.

Anyways, I decided to terminate the fear, putting on all courage, like the

transfigured Ariel that I was. And the I quickly walked to the gate, but Luke told me to stop that very moment.

His dark tone, harsh voice. I didn’t even know why he had to be so mad seeing me and Andre together. Was he jealous, or what?

“You can go now. We’ll continue this discussion later at work.” Luke patted Jack on the back.

“Okay boss.” Jack nodded, and made his way to his car, driving away headlong.

Luke turned to me. “You. I see you had a good time at Andre’s house.”

I couldn’t help but give him a puzzled face. “What do you mean by that?”

“Don’t ask me that. I saw how that man was smiling after you both burst out of the car. It was really weird, and suspicious.” His face was goddamn serious.

“Hold on, don’t tell me you’re jealous.” I generated a silly grin.

Luke chuckled. “Why would I be jealous? There’s no way I would be jealous seeing you with someone.”

“But it’s written all over your face.” I kept on with my teasing grin.

“Don’t try and crack jokes around here. I’m not in the mood for that.” Luke crossed his arms, frowning his face.

“Because you’re jealous.” I raised an eyebrow.

you dare say that word again,” he said in a

you threatening me?”

He shook his head after those words, letting out a deep sigh. “Have you finally come home, or you’re going back to Andre’s house to have more fun?

laughed. “Come on now, don’t

can’t tell me what to do.”

actually doing that,” I retorted.

turned around, the glare still lingering on his face. “I’ll be going to work. now. You can go

“Wow, Luke. I can’t believe you’re jealous of Andre.”

hell is joking with you around here?” He turned back, glaring at me.

I replied, and my laugh

they’re all

gave him a sardonic smirk. “Just admit

time with you. You can even sleep with random men, and

sure about that?” I aksed, raising an eyebrow. “Cause you’re seeing

me be!” He stormed off, walking through the gate. At least that softened. his mood.

a heavy breath, the gates swung open and the sound of Luke’s car horn filled the air. I spun around, my eyes widening, as

the heck!!

I stumbled, landing on the

hoping he would lend me a hand, help me get up, or something. But no, the scumbag

shirt. I wasn’t going

“What the hell is wrong with you?”

asking you that.” My

me before I lose it on

at him. anyway. “You still aren’t satisfied after causing me to

has nothing to do

have hit me if

thing. But come on, that was not

the car speak?” I walked to

what now?” Luke made a puzzled face. “Okay there is no way the

the horn of his car, interrupting

I was done making the bluster.

96 CANCELLED

ARIEL’S POV

night, wrapping around you and making everything feel okay. It was the feeling when you wanted to make someone smile

like the brightest stars in my sky, each one precious and unique. I would move mountains

looked at Lukel, I saw his bright eyes full of wonder and innocence. Hel was like a little sunbeam, bringing light into every corner of my world. His laughter was my melody, and his hugs were my refuge. I made

sweet Janice, she was like a delicate flower, so full of grace and beauty. Her smile was my sunshine, brightening even the darkest days. I guarded her with all my strength, just like a fortress shielding its most precious

oak tree, providing shelter and strength. My love for Lukel and Janice was like those strong roots, grounding them, giving them a place to grow and thrive.

river that flowed endlessly, carrying them through life’s journey. I

promise to myself from the times I watched them sleep –

dared to come close. My love would be their shield, their

my precious ones, were the living embodiment of my love, and I cherished and guarded them for as long as I drew breath. That’s what love was

through a collection of stunning photographs of my two children, Lukel and Janice. As I looked at their sweet faces,

blessed to have such beautiful and

brought a sense of warmth and happiness to my heart. I was just so lucky to be their parent and to have the privilege of watching them grow and flourish into amazing individuals. These little children

as he stood before me, his eyes burning with anger. I couldn’t help

salid? Nah, it couldn’t be. Not

told you, you could just barge into my office?” I queried loudly.

Miss. But this anger is something I can’t

What’s going on?” I softened my

made with you. I’m cancelling our project!” His words

I

Daniel’s harsh

keeping me confused