The Love From Vengeance

184: MEMORIES

ARIEL’S POV

I continued to glare at Mason, and his smirk only intensified my anger. He walked closer to me with that smirk still on his face. If looks could kill, this heartless man would probably be dead right now. Luke was no different from him; the both of the

were cold–blooded scumbags.

“Ariel, Ariel, Ariel, I’m so glad to see that you’re still alive. You know, I thought you would be dead after realizing what happened.”

“Are you happy, Mason? You’ve gotten what you want, right? You set a building on fire and placed my kids in it. Now Lukel was killed by his own father, all because of you.

“Come on, Ariel. Don’t put the blame on me. I was only following our agreement. Your husband is the one who should be taking all the blame here.”

“You are a monster.”

“You can repeat it,” Mason snapped at his fingers. “I am a monster, and you know what a monster does? It wipes away all its foes. So believe me when I say the job isn’t over yet.”

“Lukel is already dead. What do you want to do now?”

“Remember what I told you. I said I was going to kill your children if you refused to carry out the plan. And you refused, so I’m about to keep to my words.”

“Wait, what are you trying to say?”

“I’m trying to say that I’m not going to be satisfied unless I send your daughter to the grave.”

“You W

want to kill Janice? Can you even hear yourself right now?”

your daughter’s life. Stabbing her continuously or

won’t let you

that, Ariel. We’ll

He drove off. My phone began to ring; Luke was the one who was calling. I

baby. Janice had always been a curious child, full of life and spirit. Her laughter was like music to my ears, filling their home with joy and warmth. But now, that laughter cannot be silenced. Sadness couldn’t

to her,” I whispered to herself, my voice barely

first steps, her first words, the way she would cling to my hand

of losing her was unbearable a pain so deep it felt like a physical ache in

[PLASHBACK)

the start of a beautiful morning. Today was a special day, it was picture day at Laikel and Janice’s school. I could already envision

their beds, their eyes dlowly opening to greet the day. “Good morning, my little stars! It’s picture day today!” Lannounced it cheerfully. Lankel’s eyes widened

favorite superhero t–shirt paired with jeans, while Janice opted for a pretty

made their way to the designated photo spot. I held Lakel’s hand on one side and Janice’s on the other as we weaved through the crowd. Luikel’s eyes darted

his equipment. Lukel and Janice stood in line, their faces

their smiles lighting up the room. Lukel stood tall with a confident grin, while Janice’s eyes sparkled with innocence and joy. The photographer captured their essence with each click of the camera, freezing this moment in time forever.

and Janice to ice crearn as a reward for being such good sportsmen. We sat at a nearby bench, enjoying our sweet treats and talking about the fun we had that day. I listened to Luke’s tales of bravery and Janice’s

that these memories would be cherished for a lifetime, Lukel and Janice held onto my hands tightly, their laughter filling the air. In

the arcade, Lukel and Janice’s eyes widened with excitement, and they both let out a loud gasp: “Mommy, can we play all the games?” Lukel asked, tugging on

can do,

see the kids‘ faces light up as they saw all

and machines. I could feel my heart

with the racing paine?” Janice asked, printing at a

racing game.

way to the game 1 helped Janice sit on the seat and gave Lukel some

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