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?”

I can. And I can picture myself taking away your daughter’s life. Stabbing her continuously or strangling her which one would

won’t let you

about that, Ariel.

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

to my little 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.

anything happen to her,” I whispered to herself,

mind–Janice’s first steps, her first words,

losing her was unbearable a pain so deep it felt like a

[PLASHBACK)

picture day at Laikel and Janice’s school. I could already envision the adorable photos that would adorn our photo album for years to

in 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 with excitement, while Janice let out a yawn and a sleepy smile.

and Janice get dressed in their picture–perfect outfits. Lukel chose his favorite superhero t–shirt paired with jeans, while Janice opted for a pretty pink dress with matching ribbons in her hair. I made sure their

I held Lakel’s hand on one side and Janice’s on the other as

saw the professional photographer setting up his equipment. Lukel and Janice stood in line, their

tall with a confident grin, while Janice’s eyes

enjoying our sweet treats and talking about the fun we had that day. I listened to Luke’s tales of bravery and Janice’s dreams of becoming a princess,

be cherished for a lifetime, Lukel and Janice held onto my hands tightly, their laughter filling the air. In that moment, I felt

moment we entered 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 my

let’s see what we can do, shall we?” I replied with

the kids‘ faces light up as they saw all the different

my heart swell with joy, seeing

can we start with the racing paine?” Janice asked,

racing game.

and we made our way to the game 1 helped Janice sit on the seat and gave Lukel some coins to

you steer, and Janice, you press the buttons, all right?” instructed them.

were fully immersed in the game,