The Love From Vengeance

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FLASHBACK

ARIEL’S POV

As we stepped onto the lush green golf course, I couldn’t help but feel a surge of excitement mingled with a tinge of apprehension. I glanced down at Lukel, his eyes wide with anticipation, clutching onto his miniature golf club with all the determination of al champion.

“Are you ready, buddy?” I asked, trying to muster up as much enthusiasm as possible.

“Yeah, Mommy! I’m gonna hit the ball really far!” Lukel exclaimed, his face beaming with excitement.

I chuckled nervously, hoping that Lukel’s joy would compensate for my complete lack of golfing prowess. “That’s the spirit, champ! Let’s do this!”

Approaching the first hole, I realized that Lukel’s idea of “hitting the ball really far” might be slightly ambitious. His swing resembled more of a wild flail than a calculated stroke, and the ball barely rolled a few inches ahead..

“Good try, Lukel! Remember to keep your eye on the ball,” I encouraged, trying to sound as supportive as possible.

He pouted, frustration evident on his small face. “But Mommy, it’s too hard!”

I knelt down beside him, wrapping an arm around his shoulder. “Hey, it’s okay. Golf can be tricky at first, but we’ll figure it out together, okay?”

Just then, a familiar voice interrupted our conversation. “Looks like you two could use a

hand!”

I turned to see Andre approaching us, a wide grin plastered across his face. Last time I checked, Andre was good at these things, and his mere presence on the course made me feel slightly more at ease.

“Hey, Andre! I didn’t know you were here,” I said, relieved to see a friendly face.

“Wouldn’t miss it for the world! And who do we have here?” Andre crouched down beside Lukel, extending a hand. “Seems like you’re not good a golf little buddy.”

bad at it. Maybe because I’m still a

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say that. I can help

pro in no

earlier

me?”

first, let’s see that swing of yours,”

patiently corrected his posture, demonstrating the proper technique with ease. As Lukel’s confidence grew, so did his avidity for the

Lukel! You’re a natural,” I clapped my hands, watching

the green.

Lukel a playful high–five. “See? I told you that you had it in you!! Now, let’s tackle the

Andre became Lukel’s personal coach, guiding him through. each hole with patience and encouragement. With Andre’s help, Lukel’s swings became more controlled, and his shots grew

but feel a swell of pride watching Lukel’s transformation. Despite

said, smiling gratefully at him.

off with a grin. “Anytime, Ariel. It was my pleasure. And Lukel, remember what I

his eyes shining with so much glee. “I’ll practice every day, just like you said! Someday, I’ll be the best golfer in the

burst into laughter, and Andre

shoulders.

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snatch your phone and take pictures of the both of us, like we were a couple,” I/vocalized to Andre, trying to

divergent times, Lukel and Andre spending so many times together. I was trying to make Andre see things from

mind back to those great memories, the little angels with me, smiling faces, lovely voices, wonderful actions. Now going

was laughing so hard while we were watching the movie, and the mad

rising a little.

every single word. was sinking inside his head. Because they needed to, he needed to see the pain I was going through. He needed to see how broken I was, even though I kept laughing. He needed to get the clear picture, he needed to

your brother killed him. He also wanted to kill me and my daughter. But we were