The Love From Vengeance

399: IN SEARCH OF PEACE

ARIEL’S POV

Feeling unsettled by the nightmare and still wondering about Luke’s whereabouts, I made my way downstairs to the mansion, hoping to find some answers. As I descended the staircase, the early morning light filtered through the windows, bringing out a soft glow over the grand foyer.

Upon reaching the bottom of the stairs, I heard the faint sound of laughter coming from the living room. Curious, I followed the sound and found Ethan and Randy engrossed in a video

game.

“Hey guys,

what are you up to so early in the morning?” I asked, a small smile tugging at the corners of my lips.

They glanced up at me; their faces lit up with excitement. “Morning, Ariel! We’re just playing this awesome game,” Ethan replied, setting his eyes back on the television.

“But Randy’s cheating!” Ethan protested, glaring playfully at his brother.

Randy rolled his eyes, a mischievous grin spreading across his face. “I am not! You just suck at this game, Ethan.”

I chuckled at their banter, feeling a sense of warmth wash over me. Despite the chaos and bullshit of recent events, moments like these reminded me of the simple joys of life.

“Alright, alright, calm down, you two,” I said, stepping closer to them. “Let’s settle this like civilized people. Ethan, Randy, remember the rules we talked about? No cheating, and no fighting.”

They exchanged sheepish looks before nodding in agreement. “Sorry, Ariel,” Randy mumbled, his cheeks flushed with embarrassment.

“It’s okay, guys. Just remember to play fair, okay?” I said, ruffling their hair affectionately.

I couldn’t help but notice Luke’s absence as I looked around the room. “Hey, have either of you seen Luke this morning?” I asked, my brows furrowing in concern.

puzzled glances before shaking their heads. “Nope, we haven’t seen him,” Ethan replied, his brow creased in confusion. “Is he back from the

gnaw at my insides.

eyes widening with

SEA

wide grin spreading across his face.

him,” Ethan added, his eyes shining

really had to smile at their infectious enthusiasm. Despite everything that had happened, it was heartwarming to

you two, let’s save the celebration for later,” I said, trying to hide my own apprehension. “You should get

remembered what Janice told me last

both nodded eagerly. “Yep, no school today! Thanks, Ariel!” Randy blurted out, giving me a quick hug before rushing off to his room.”

in the living room once

questions echoed in my mind, sending a wave

alone in the living room, lost in my thoughts, I heard the soft footsteps of the mansion’s two maids entering the room. I turned to face them, hoping they might

miss,” one of the maids greeted me

“Have either of you seen Luke

up. “Yes, he went outside a little while ago. I believe he’s near the gates with Marcus,” she

you, I said to the

help but wonder what Luke might be doing out there. Was he okay? Was he feeling overwhelmed by his lost

I saw Luke standing there, his gaze fixed on the horizon, seemingly lost in

footsteps echoing softly on the gravel path. Luke turned to look at me as I drew

him softly, my voice running through with concern. “Is everything

he admitted, his voice dyed with frustration. “I’m finding it so hard to remember anything. It’s like there’s a fog clouding my

don’t have to stress yourself out trying to remember everything at once. It’ll come back

“I can’t afford to just sit around and wait for my memories to come back. I need to figure out the things that happened while I was

a clue.”

heartstrings, and I felt a surge of sympathy for