The Love From Vengeance

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ARIEL’S POV

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As the clock struck midnight, I stood on the grand steps of our mansion, watching the sky explode in a kaleidoscope of colors. Lukel and Janice, my precious children, stood beside me, their faces aglow with wonder as the fireworks painted the night sky.

Lukel pointed excitedly at a burst of red and gold, exclaiming, “Mom, look at that one! It’s like a dragon breathing fire!”

I chuckled, feeling a swell of pride and nostalgia. “It’s beautiful, isn’t it? Each firework tells a story, just like the year we’ve had.”

Janice tugged at my hand. “Mom, will this year be as magical as the fireworks?” Her gaze was fixed on the dazzling display above.

Kneeling down to Janice’s level, I gazed into her eyes, filled with warmth and love. “Darling, every year is what we make of it. Just like these fireworks, we can create our own magic and light up the darkness. Let’s make this year the most beautiful one yet.”

The fireworks continued to illuminate the sky, casting a soft glow over our mansion. The air buzzed with the sound of crackling fireworks, blending with distant cheers and laughter welcoming the new

year.

As the grand finale approached, I held Lukel and Janice close, feeling their hearts beat in rhythm with the explosive display of light and sound. We stood together as a family, united in our love and shared

experiences.

With a final burst of color lighting up the sky, the fireworks concluded in a spectacular display, leaving behind fading sparks that slowly dissipated into the night.

A quiet fell over the grounds as the last echoes of the fireworks faded away, the gentle rustle of the wind in the trees filling the air. Lukel’s joyful whoop broke the silence as he hugged me tightly. ” Happy New Year, Mom! I love you!”

Tears of joy filled my eyes as I embraced Lukel. “Happy New Year, my dear boy. I love you more than words can say,” I whispered, my heart brimming with love for my children.

Janice joined in, wrapping her arms around us. “Happy New Year, Mom, Lukel. I love you both so much,” she said softly, her voice filled with emotion.

intertwined in an unbreakable bond. Welcoming the new year with hope and open arms, we

were one.

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and each word spoken. How he smiled, how he cried, how he was so lively, how we laughed, the games we played. Oh, the memories now how was I going to continue to live with this pain etched

had left me. Why did this have to happen to me? Why did the pain have to strike me hard like this? I made a promise to

to leave this

washed by the pain. Because life now would be filled with so much darkness, and my heart would continue to bleed. Losing a loved one was painful, but this was really intense. It seemed like I was going to be ripped

had decided to be strong and firm in this situation. If Mason thought he was going to take my daughter away from me,

I had left Janice. Luke kept on calling me, so I had to block his number. Janice was standing outside, tears falling down her face, sad and broken by

have to live our lives according to what we see–the things

car,”

her head. “No, mommy, I don’t want

all do, but right now, I need to protect you. If Lukel were here, he wouldn’t

happen to you.”

the problem, mommy? Are some people

far from here. And we

staring at me, not

this for my sake; I’m not going to let anything bad

got into my car, sitting next to me.

much, my baby,” I said in hushed tones, kissing her

this city and this state. If possible now, I should be leaving this country. I needed to

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cars were driving behind me, and it looked really suspicious. I drove with speed; they matched my

guns at me and

opened the car doors and forcefully dragged me and

these people?” Janice cried out as

bear to see her in pain. “Let her