The Love From Vengeance

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LUKE’S POV

Intrigued by the mesmerizing voice, I followed the sound into the building, stepping into a dimly lit bar. The ambiance was cozy, with soft lighting bringing about a warm glow over the space. I approached the source of the music, and my eyes fell upon a stage where a woman stood, bathed in the spotlight.

She was captivating, with long, flowing hair and a voice that seemed to reach my soul’s depths. Her presence commanded attention, and I found myself drawn to her like a moth to

a flame.

Leaning against the bar, I watched in awe as she poured her heart and soul into each note, her voice weaving a spellbinding melody that enveloped the room. It was as if time stood still, and for a moment, all the worries and frustrations of the evening melted away.

Lost in the music, I felt a sense of peace wash over me–a feeling of serenity amidst the chaos of the world. And as the final notes faded into the air, I found myself applauding along

with the rest of the audience, a sense of gratitude filling my heart.

As I approached the stage, I was really drawn to her presence. “That was incredible. You have a gift.” I complimented her with a smile.

She turned to me, smiling. “Thank you. I’m glad you enjoyed it.”

“I’m Luke,” I introduced myself, extending my hand.

“Nice to meet you, Luke. I’m Harriet,” she said, taking my hand in hers. That was when I saw something on her arm. A heart–shaped birthmark.

As I gazed at the heart–shaped birthmark on Harriet’s arm, a sense of familiarity washed over me. It was the same birthmark that I had seen on a little girl’s arm many years ago.

It bore a striking resemblance, from the shape to the placement on her arm. I found myself lost in thoughts, wondering if there was some sort of connection between them. Perhaps they were related, or maybe it was just a mere coincidence.

Hell no, this wasn’t any coincidence. This was the same mark on the little girl who had helped me escape from the men who abducted us. That happened years ago. I was still little at the time. And I had been searching for the person who had this mark. Who knew I would

meet her one day without stressing myself?

“This mark on your arm,” I said lowly, slowly, and softly, still fixing my eyes on Harriet’s arm. “It reminds me of someone.”

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“Who?” She asked lowly, giving me a curious expression.

person who helped me

eyes

on, are you the little

was her; she was

and hugged her right away. “Wow, I can’t believe I found you. After all these years, After all these many years, I’ve been searching for you for so long,” I admitted, my

me tightly. “I never forgot about that day. I always wondered what happened to

her face. “Thank you

just grateful we both made

there for a moment, enveloped in the weight of

faded into the background as we lost ourselves

her voice soft. “We should catch up. There’s so much

talk about.”

“I would love that.”

first of all, you don’t know you abandoned me, right?” She playfully said.

went to seek assistance, I didn’t see you or the men

a deep sigh. “Luke, those men wanted to take me to the forest. However, their distraction allowed me to escape. I ran as fast as I could, heart pounding, until I stumbled upon a road. That’s when a man in a truck saw me

got away. Who knew what those men would have done to you?”

was terrifying,” she admitted. “But meeting

truly is.“I never thought I’d find you after all

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silence, the weight of our shared past hanging heavy in the air. But there was also a sense of newfound connection, a bond

just thankful that we got out of that one alive,” I said finally, breaking the silence.” And now that we’ve found

lot of catching up to

a singer?” I asked her slowly.

head. “No, I’m actually

my face. “Really? That’s amazing.

exactly risen to fame yet,” she admitted with a sheepish smile. “But

incredible. I can’t imagine how tough it must be to pursue a

its challenges, for sure,” she agreed, nodding her head slowly. “But it’s what

I said sincerely. “It takes real courage

you, Luke. It means a lot

long have you been in the business?” I

been three