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?”

her continuously or strangling her which one would you prefer? There are

let you

about that, Ariel. We’ll see

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

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 take my

to her,” I whispered to herself, my voice

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

The thought of losing her was unbearable a pain

[PLASHBACK)

Janice’s school. I could already envision the adorable photos that would adorn our photo album for years to come. With a smile on my face, I

opening to greet the day. “Good morning, my little stars! It’s picture day today!” Lannounced it

a quick breakfast of pancakes 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

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 eyes darted around, taking in the colorful decorations and the excited chatter of his

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

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

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

my hands tightly, their laughter filling the air. In that moment, I felt grateful

let out a loud gasp: “Mommy, can we play all the games?” Lukel asked, tugging

we can do, shall we?”

and I could see the kids‘ faces light up

and machines. I could feel my heart

paine?” Janice asked, printing at a

racing game.

made our way to the game 1 helped

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

soon enough, they were fully immersed in

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