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.

at Luke, and he smirked

a deep sigh. “Fine, you

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

steps forward and carrying Janice in his arms.

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

time together. It will

promise.”

at Janice’s innocent and cute

gave me a

then, let’s get

the three of us left the spa. We got into Luke’s

arcade,” he said,

thought you were taking us to your house,”

around here. We can hang out before we go to my mansion. There’s plenty of time to enjoy ourselves.”

and burst out of the car. I laughed, remembering when I would take

FLASHBACK

I greeted my children as they descended the stairs, still rubbing the sleep from their

they both replied, still groggy

we have a surprise outing today!” I exclaimed, trying

Mom? Can we know now?” Janice asked, her eyes sparkling with curiosity.

a surprise. Just trust me, you’ll love it!” I replied, winking at

hopped into the car and made our way to the arcade. As soon as we entered, their eyes widened with wonder and amazement. The place was filled with bright lights,

amazing!” Lukel exclaimed, his eyes

have some fun!”

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

behind. In the end, it was a tie,

played several more games, each one more exciting than the previous one. I could see the joy and happiness

asked, his eyes pleading. “Of course, let’s go!” I replied,

hands grip mine tightly. But as the ride started, all their fear vanished, and they screamed

END OF FLASHBACK

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

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