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?”

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

won’t let you touch her!”

see about that, Ariel. We’ll see about that.”

My phone began to ring; Luke was the one

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 place. I closed my eyes, trying

her,” I whispered to herself,

her first words, the way she

of losing her was unbearable a pain so deep it felt like a

[PLASHBACK)

Janice’s school. I could already envision the adorable photos that would adorn

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

paired with jeans, while Janice opted for

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

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 her

the room. Lukel stood tall with a confident grin, while Janice’s eyes sparkled with innocence and joy. The photographer

were taken, I treated Lukel 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 a

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

they both let out a loud gasp: “Mommy, can

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

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

my heart

the racing paine?” Janice asked, printing

racing game.

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

you steer, and Janice, you press the buttons,

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