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?”

picture myself taking away your daughter’s life. Stabbing her

won’t let you touch her!”

that, Ariel. We’ll

his way back inside his car. He drove off. My phone began

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

whispered to herself, my voice barely more than

steps, her first words, the way she would cling

unbearable a pain so deep it felt like a physical ache

[PLASHBACK)

chirping outside my window, signaling the start of a beautiful morning. Today was a special day, it was picture day at Laikel and Janice’s school. I could

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

and orange juice, I helped Lakel 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 hair was neat and their faces

side and Janice’s on the other as we weaved through the crowd. Luikel’s eyes darted around, taking in the

line, their faces beaming with anticipation. Lukel kept adjusting his shirt nervously, while Janice twirled her ribbons with a shy

turn. I watched proudly as they posed for the camera, 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

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 dreams of becoming

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

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

can do, shall we?” I replied

around the arcade, and I could see the kids‘ faces light up as they saw all

my heart

Janice asked,

racing game.

way to the game 1 helped Janice sit on

and Janice, you press the buttons, all right?”

soon enough, they were fully immersed in the game, laughing