242: TIMES LIKE THIS

ARIEL’S POV

“So great, Janice. We’re seriously doing this.” I crossed my arms, looking at Janice. She was firm with this whole Luke stuff, and it was really crazy.

“I don’t see why you keep on saying no, Ariel. Janice coming to my house is not actually a bad idea,” Luke vocalized.

“I didn’t say it was a bad idea.”

“Oh really?” He raised an eyebrow.

“Yes,” I replied.

“Then tell me why you don’t want my daughter coming to our house.”

“Our daughter.”

“Still the same thing.”

“Nah, I remember you using that shit against me a couple of times.”

“Well, it’s terrible when you say it.”

“Oh, please, shut up.” I rolled my eyes.

Luke carried Janice in his arms. “Oh, my beloved. It’s time for Daddy to take you home.”

“Hold on, you’re seriously taking her to your house?”

“Yeah, that’s what she wants. Who am I to say no?”

“Janice. You would want many toys, books, and other things.”

“I just want to spend time with my dad,” Janice told me.

glanced at Luke, and he smirked at me with

a deep sigh. “Fine, you win. You can go to his house.”

exclaimed and high–fived Luke. They were acting like they had

get going then,” Luke said, taking some steps forward and carrying Janice in his arms. I just stood

paused and turned around. “Ariel, aren’t you coming along?”

let’s spend some time together. It will

promise.”

at Janice’s innocent and cute

Luke gave me a knowing expression.

breathed out. “Okay then, let’s get

We got into Luke’s car, and he drove

the arcade,” he

were taking us to

the three of us to have fun around here. We can hang out before we go to my mansion. There’s

burst out of the car. I laughed, remembering when I

FLASHBACK

my children as they descended the

still groggy from their sleep.

ready quickly; we have a surprise outing today!” I exclaimed, trying to contain my

we know now?” Janice asked, her eyes sparkling

trust me, you’ll love it!” I replied, winking

hopped into the car and made our way to the arcade. As soon as we entered, their eyes widened with

this place is amazing!” Lukel exclaimed, his eyes

and have some fun!” Janice chimed

smiled at their excitement and led them to the first game. It was a racing game, and the three of us sat in the car, each taking a steering wheel. As the game started, we raced

close behind. In the end, it was

several more

asked, his eyes pleading. “Of

my children’s hands grip mine tightly. But as the ride started, all their fear vanished, and they screamed with delight, their hands raised in the air. I couldn’t help but

END OF FLASHBACK

didn’t; he was making a phone call. I stood, waiting for him until

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