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It was a decision that not everyone agreed on at first… Valerie had asked if time. was reversed, what would happen to Jai, to which Zion had sadly shaken his head. and said uncle would have had to go home to the goddess, anyway. But it would be a different way. Aran had asked that if that was possible, how would the ones who had committed crimes be punished, to which my little brave hero had replied that they would be punished and that the goddess would make it make sense! 10 It was enough. He was a child who was saying he had the gift to make people forget, but it could also be a curse… I don’t want anyone to ever learn of his ability. I want him to live the life he deserves, just like any other child. He does. not deserve the weight on his tiny shoulders until he is old enough to carry it. “We’re home Alpha.”
My new driver, Simon, says as he parks up and walks around to open the door. I get out, my hand naturally going to my stomach for a moment before I walk towards the house, as he unloads the groceries from the trunk. Today is Aran’s birthday, which either no one remembers, or no one cares about, however, I thought it was the perfect excuse for everyone to gather and perhaps make amends. Heal the damaged relations between one another. Once, long ago, Dad and Aran were friends – now without their manipulative wives in their lives, perhaps that is something they can work on. Valerie could use Atticus here, and I am so grateful that he has been making an effort with her. He truly is a gem. The children could use some happiness around them too. Taking off my heels, I slip my feet into some slippers and straight away head to the kitchen, ready to prepare for the evening. I have a few hours before everyone arrives. “Now, where are my little helpers?”
I ask, planting my hands on my hips, and glancing around.
I hear their little giggles as they jump out from behind the counter. “Here we are!”
they shout before bursting into giggles. Sia is even more hyper than Zion, just proving how much her health had been affecting her. I feign surprise as I step back, making them giggle again. “We scared you Mommy, didn’t we!”
Zion. says.. “You both did! Now here is…”
I rummage in one of the grocery bags and pull out a few packets of balloons. “Your first job.”
They both stare at me with excitement, hurrying over and grabbing them from me. “Oh balloons…”
Zion says with approval. “Yes, we blow them all!”
Sia says. “I can huff and puff like a strong wolf now!”
My little angel. “Yes, you can, so how about you both go blow these up?”
I suggest, handing them two small pumps. “But Mommy, we don’t know how to tie the balloons,”
Zion says, a little disheartened. “It doesn’t matter. I’m sure your father is lurking around somewhere. He’ll help and maybe it’ll keep him out of the kitchen.”
I say. That man needed an excuse to be around, and I can’t deny that it is hard when he is. They nod fervently, bundling their items in their arms, and hurry out of the room. I smile at their excitement and hope it keeps Sebastian busy, too. I know what I need to do, and what I have to do, but I can’t deny that facing it won’t be easy. I switch on some instrumental music, wash my hands and get down to work, hearing the children laughing in the other room.
Life will still throw us many hurdles. We will face many challenges, but the normalcy of living without fear of something happening feels like a dream come true. I’m ready, ready to play with my children, send them to school, be here when they arrive home, cook for them, and put them to bed every night. I’m ready to be there for Valerie, to help her heal and move on from the pain of losing Jai. Something that will always remain with all of us. I’m ready to be there for when she’s able to move on, go out with her, be silly, maybe spa nights, or movie nights. Anything she wants. I’m ready to be there for her. I’m ready to see Dad become free and be himself instead of being forced to do things by another. I’m ready to help Aran and Sebastian mend the broken bridge between them, to become closer than ever and to understand one another wholeheartedly by respecting one another. I’m ready to see everyone around me live their best lives. I’m ready for it all. One moment, one step, and one day at a time. Staring in the mirror, I look at my reflection. I’ve applied some makeup tonight, a touch of glitter on my eyes and some gloss on my lips. I’ve pinned my loose. curls back and put on some earrings. I don’t remember the last time I’ve just been able to take a moment to relax and get dressed up. Doing something so normal is relaxing. I close my bedroom door after me and almost bump into Valerie. She’s wearing a dusky cerise- coloured dress, like myself, it’s the first time she’s stepped away from black.
We stare at one another before I hug her tightly. “You look beautiful.”
I compliment her with a small smile. My beautiful Val… you will live on and thrive. “Thanks, you too Zaia… you will have everyone’s attention tonight,”
she teases as she moves back and gives me a small smile.
TO +18 BOHU! Sebastian has made no attempt to mask his emotions and I’m very aware of the way he’s always looking at me… I’m ok… as long as he keeps his distance and respects my decision. Deep down my emotions are a storm. I know I love him, but at the same time, he has hurt me regardless of the situations he was in. “Shall we go?”
she says, “the children have been impatient for a while.”
“Yes, let’s,”
I say, I had gotten them ready before myself and they were downstairs with Sebastian and Atticus. I had heard him reply not long ago. Valerie leads the way down and once again I wonder what the goddess’s words to her were. She had spoken to us all that night, even though we have kept what she said to ourselves. I have a strong feeling, even Zade was spoken to. “Val, you look beautiful,”
Atticus says, as he takes her hand before she reaches. the bottom and gives her a warm hug. She hugs him back, and it makes me so happy to see the bond they have formed. “No point in saying you look good, don’t you always?”
Valerie says, making him smirk before his gaze flicks to me. He smiles faintly, “Hey Red, you look beautiful, but that’s no surprise.”
He says while Valerie smiles as she steps away. “Thanks. You look great too,”
I reply. He’s dressed in tan pants, with a belt and a white shirt. “I’ll go check on the… cake!”
she says. Cake? The cake is ready and set to go…. ‘Really? Is that all you could come up with?’ I say through the mind link, amused. ‘Well, the sexual tension from my brother was suffocating, and it’s ick soooo.”
I can’t help but smile at that, and Atticus cocks a brow as he offers me his hand. I’m glad she’s addressing him as her brother now. I love the bond they have created.
“The mind link feels like a blessing and a torment,”
Atticus says. “Well, some things aren’t for you men to hear,”
I respond as he pulls me in for a hug. He gives me a gentle squeeze before he lets go of me after a moment. That’s another thing… Since that night, I feel we’ve all changed in a way, and I see it in Atticus too. The way he smiles at me, despite the emotions in his eyes, I also see acceptance. Acceptance that we will never be. “So does the birthday boy know this is all for him?”
Atticus asks. “Birthday boy?”
Sebastian’s deep, sexy voice comes. Atticus moves back, and we both turn to Sebastian who is standing there all in black, looking drop-dead gorgeous, the sleeves of his black shirt are pushed up, and he has a few buttons open that show off two chains. His gaze snaps to me and he makes no attempt to hide the way his eyes rake over me. It feels like he’s undressing me with them, and I suddenly feel extremely exposed under that burning gaze… 9
ZAIA. I press my lips together for a moment before looking towards the front door. “Your father’s. It’s his birthday today, remember?”
I explain, glancing back at him. He cocks a brow. “Right… don’t really remember celebrating it…”
he remarks as he frowns, as if thinking over what I just said for a second. I’m relieved when the doorbell rings and I break the extreme tension between us and hurry over to the door. “Fuck.”
I hear Sebastian mutter, about to turn questioningly but decide against it and instead pull open the door. Mr King is standing there, looking surprisingly casual. He’s traded in his usual suit for pinstripe pants and a white shirt. “Hello Zaia, good evening.”
he holds out some flowers, making my eyes widen in surprise. “Oh, thank you!”
I exclaim, accepting the white roses. He has two other bundles and I smile, knowing instantly that one is for Valerie and the smaller bouquet’is for Sia. “This is so sweet.”
He gives me a curt nod in response as I step aside, allowing him in. “It’s nothing.”
‘He’s here! Stay ready guys.’ I tell Valerie.
‘On it.’ she replies. I hear a giggle from Sia, and I smile, closing the door and turning around to see Atticus has gone into the lounge too, but Sebastian is still standing there leaning against the wall as he gives his father a nod when he passes him by. I motion with my head to follow his father, but he doesn’t move until I reach him. He pushes away from the wall, falling in step with me just as the others shout’ surprise,’ making Aran stop in his tracks.
“A bit much, isn’t it?”
Sebastian remarks as the kids begin laughing. “Grandad! We made a surprise party for you!”
Zion exclaims, gesturing to the ??/p>
grey, black and silver balloons. “I can see that… this was not necessary, but thank you. Thank you, children.”
Aran pats their heads and I smile, watching the exchange. There’s a faint smile tugging at the corner of Aran’s lips. I’m sure they’ll have him smiling soon enough… I look at the balloons that were put up and smile, glancing at the sexy man beside me. Sebastian did pretty well. “Didn’t you click that it was your dad’s birthday with the d?cor?”
I ask quietly as Aran greets Dad, Atticus, and Valerie. “Nowhere did it say happy birthday, and I had a lot on my mind.”
He counters arrogantly as he looks down at me. “Fair enough, I guess,”
I say. “… then Daddy made the knot in the balloons, but he also burst so many.”
Zion is explaining to Aran, shaking his head dramatically. “Even you burst some, Zion.”
Sia reminds him, before admiring her small bouquet of roses. “I love these, thank you, grandad.”
Valerie chuckles as she puts on some soft music in the background, making the room feel even more alive. “Oh, we should dance too!”
Zion exclaims. “These two have a lot of energy.”
Aran remarks. “That they do, but they take after your son, since my daughter is very calm,”
Hugh says, Sebastian scoffs, and I tilt my head as we all turn to him. He stands there, hands in his pockets, cocking a brow. “What? Do you really think she’s calm?”
he remarks. “Don’t you?”
I ask, frowning slightly.
‘Far from it…’ he says through the link, his gaze raking over me and I’m sure he means during sex… My cheeks heat up as he runs his fingers through his hair. “No, not really, but I like it.”
Our eyes meet and I give a small smile, looking away. Why is this so hard? “Well, that’s just our Zaia, strong, passionate and incredible,”
Valerie says with a smile. I walk over to her and take her hands our Valerie,”
I say softly. in my own. “And the same can be said for “Ok, ladies, too many emotions,”
Atticus says, making us both chuckle and Valerie pulls away, turning slightly as she brushes a stray tear away. “Alright, fine! You guys wait here. I’ll help Zaia get those delicious dishes she’s cooked onto the table.”
She says briskly. “Ok! I am starved.”
Zion says dramatically. We leave the room together and head to the kitchen. Most of the things are down already and we only need to take the food to the table. “Sebastian was really eyeing you up,”
Valerie teases. My heart skips a beat as I look down at the roast chicken that I am holding. “Yeah… I know.”
I say quietly, carrying the tray to the table. “You know the circumstances were against him?”
she says softly, placing the stuffed tacos down. I look up at her, knowing what she’s trying to say. “I know, but for someone who was hurt in the process, I can’t just forget it all, Valerie.”
“Zaia, I just… I lost Jai… after all these years of holding a grudge against him, hurting myself and him… I regret it. The wasted time, the misunderstandings. I know things aren’t perfect, but if you work on them together, you can heal vanthar 11 cha triac to rasean caftlu as I turn hark to mot the von and notatooe
“I understand… but call me selfish or unreasonable, but I still feel like I need time. If I try to make this work because I love him or because someone tells me it’s the right thing to do, it will always eat up at me. Just how his and Annalise’s relationship once did.”
I answer as I bring the tray to the table. Valerie sighs softly. “So, you will try again, right?”
she asks. I don’t have an answer to that… deep down, I know I love him, but I also know I need time to understand what I want in life and what I am ready to work on and what I no longer want. He broke me into such a state although he didn’t mean to, but he did. “I need to assess where I am in life before I even consider the future,”
I reply quietly. I look up at her as she opens her mouth and gently shake my head signalling the end of the conversation. She sighs but nods before she goes to call the others to the table, leaving me there standing alone. I look down at the table, realising I will have to talk to Sebastian and Dad soon. No matter how hard it will be, it is something that I need to do. I look up as everyone enters and smile, even when it’s hard to do. ‘I want to talk to you after dinner.’ Sebastian’s voice comes into my head, and I wonder if he had heard our conversation. ‘Ok.’ I reply as we all sit down.
“Zaia, you didn’t need to do this. You made a lot,”
Aran says as he looks at the table. “I wanted to,”
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