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

won’t let you touch her!”

about that, Ariel. We’ll

his way back inside his car. He drove off. My phone began to ring; Luke was the

their home with joy and warmth. But now, that laughter cannot be silenced. Sadness couldn’t take my place. I closed my eyes, trying to block out the images that haunted

let anything happen to her,” I whispered to herself, my voice

first words,

a pain so

[PLASHBACK)

sound of birds 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 already envision the adorable photos that

snuggled up in their beds, their eyes dlowly opening to greet the day. “Good morning, my little stars! It’s picture day today!” Lannounced

Lukel chose his favorite superhero t–shirt paired with jeans, while Janice opted for a

as parents and children alike 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

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

tall with a confident grin, while Janice’s eyes sparkled with innocence

treats and talking about the fun we had that

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

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

see what we can do, shall we?” I replied with a smile.

kids‘ faces light

my heart swell with

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

racing game.

we made our way to the game 1 helped Janice sit on the seat and

press the

soon enough, they were fully immersed in the game, laughing and cheering as they