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

let you

that, Ariel.

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

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 my mind–Janice’s frightened face, her tiny

I whispered to herself, my voice barely more than a breath.

her first words, the way she would cling

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

[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 would adorn our photo album for years to come. With a smile on my face, I got out of bed and started my morning

and Janice’s room, I found them still snuggled up 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

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

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

Lukel and Janice stood in line, their faces beaming

with a confident grin, while Janice’s eyes sparkled with innocence and joy. The photographer captured their essence with

sweet treats and talking about

that these memories would be cherished for a lifetime, Lukel and Janice held onto my hands tightly, their laughter filling the air. In that moment, I felt grateful for the simple joys of life and the

with excitement, and they both let out a loud gasp: “Mommy, can we play all the games?” Lukel asked,

what we can do, shall we?” I replied with

and I could see the kids‘

my heart

with the racing paine?” Janice asked, printing at

racing game.

to the game 1 helped Janice sit on the seat and

steer, and Janice, you press the

fully immersed in the game, laughing and cheering as they raced their