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.

smirked

out a deep sigh. “Fine, you win. You

They were acting like they had known each other

some steps forward and carrying Janice in his arms. I just stood still, watching them.

around. “Ariel,

mommy. Come, let’s spend some time together. It will be

promise.”

staring at Janice’s

me

breathed out. “Okay then,

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

arcade,” he said, looking at

you were taking us to your house,” I

fun around here. We can hang out before we go to my mansion. There’s plenty of

Janice came out in a blaring tone and burst out of the car. I laughed, remembering when I

FLASHBACK

descended the stairs, still rubbing the sleep from their eyes.

Mom!” they both replied, still groggy

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

we know now?” Janice asked, her eyes

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

as we entered, their eyes widened with wonder and amazement. The place was filled with bright lights, colorful game machines, and the sound of cheerful

this place is amazing!” Lukel exclaimed, his eyes darting from one game to

right? Let’s go and have some fun!” Janice chimed in, tugging at my

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 against each other, laughing and cheering as we

behind. In the end,

aiming and shooting. We played several more games, each one more exciting than the previous one. I could see

on the roller coaster ride now?” Lukel asked, his eyes pleading. “Of course, let’s go!” I

I could feel my children’s hands grip mine tightly. But as the ride started, all their fear vanished,

END OF FLASHBACK

smiling with those memories. I left the car, but Luke didn’t; he was making a phone call. I stood, waiting for

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