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?”

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

you touch her!”

see about that, Ariel. We’ll

drove off. My phone began to ring; Luke was the one who was calling. I declined the call

mind wandered off 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. But now, that laughter cannot

to her,” I whispered to herself, my

her first words, the way she

of losing her was unbearable a pain so deep it felt like a physical ache in my chest

[PLASHBACK)

to the 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

snuggled up in their beds, their eyes dlowly opening to greet the day. “Good morning, my little

favorite superhero t–shirt paired with jeans, while Janice opted for a pretty pink dress

made their way to the designated photo spot. I held Lakel’s hand on one side and Janice’s on the other as we

we reached the photo area, I saw the professional photographer setting up his equipment. Lukel and Janice stood in line, their faces beaming with anticipation. Lukel kept adjusting his shirt nervously, while Janice twirled

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

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

the 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 moment, I felt grateful for the simple joys of life and the love that bound

arcade, Lukel and Janice’s eyes widened with excitement, and they both let out a loud gasp: “Mommy, can

can do, shall we?”

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

my heart swell with joy, seeing them

can we start with the racing paine?” Janice

racing game.

to the game 1 helped Janice sit on the seat and gave Lukel some coins to start the

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

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