Shadows Of A Forgotten Spring Novel

Chapter 42 All night .

Alexander pored over the names , sifting through each with relentless focus .

His mind strayed to Emma , to that first time shed hidden herself behind the name Veronica Moore.

It had been such a deliberate , calculated choice ; Alexander couldnt help but wonder : Why that name ? What did it mean to her ? He was so so lost in his thoughts that he did not even notice how Anie entered his office .

She huddled up to him , her hand gliding up and down his chest to draw him out of his reverie .

Wearing her nightie that was quite revealing , she used all her charms , yet Alexanders gaze was stuck to the documents before him , and his mind was somewhere very far away .

Babe , she purred , her voice husky and sultry .

I miss you .

He said , without looking up , shortly , his attention uncompromisingly steadfast .

Tll join you soon .

Go .

The dismissal was a sting to her face and allowed absolutely no argument , and Annie felt a fear gnawing at her .

She went into their bedroom reluctantly , mutteririg to herself.

The worry the insecurity that had always dogged her weighed heavier now than ever before .

She had played the role with aplomb , making herself Alexanders everything for five very long years .

His family had constantly found one way or another to make her efforts more difficult .

Now , he seemed to slip right through her fingers Lying upon this cold , empty bed , the fear grasped her more firmly .

The life she had built up money , power , status all depended upon Alexander .

The loss of him was to be the loss of all , and she could not bear the idea of returning into that obscurity shed fought so hard to leave behind .

A concrete resolution set in her .

Five years were over , she thought .

It was a good time to give the motion of design another Whatever it took , one way or another , she would find a way to make her place permanent in Alexanders life .

AMA and pay Emma had been two weeks back in her native land but hadnt gathered enough courage to go to her fathers grave homage to him .

Of course , it wasnt for a lack of missing him or for a want of things to say , but life , her kids , and the burden of the last two weeks had gotten in the way .

Today , she was going to finally introduce her father to the most precious part of ) her life : her children .

They drove , and Emily stared out the window at the busy city .

Mommy , where are we going ? Emma forced a smile .

Were going to visit someone very important to me .

Someone I love very much .

Daddy ? Emily asked innocently , her big eyes searching Emmas face .

Emmas heart clenched , and she tightened her grip on the steering wheel .

This was the fifth time in two weeks that Emily had mentioned her father , each time reopening a wound .

No , sweetheart .

Not your daddy my daddy .

She hoped that would finish the questions , but Ethan , whod been quietly listening , looked up with curiosity at her words .

Mommy , you have a daddy ? Emma sighed softly and nodded her head .

Yes , its a long story Ethan , never one to let well enough alone , asked again , Then where is our daddy ? Emma swallowed hard , doing the best she could to find words , I cant tell you anything about him .

Why ? Ethans voice revealed innocent confusion .

Is Uncle Brandon our daddy ? Emily asked hopefully .

No , Emma said firmly , shutting the discussion down with a ton that didnt invite further argument .

The car fell silent , but she could almost feel them thinking But why ? hanging in the air 1/3 12:54 Tue , Dec 17 Chapter 42 ΕΠ Reaching the cemetery Emma took her twins to the grave of her father .

She introduced her twins to him , and through her tears streaming down her face , she told her father everything that happened .

Her love for him never lessened , even as she could find out he wasnt her biological father ; he had been the best dad anyone could wish for .

She poured out her appreciation and memories at the grave .

On the way home , Ethan broke the silence .

Mom , I know his name .

Whose name ? Ethans face lit up .

Mr.

Handsome ! You remember , right ? That guy we saw at the airport .

His first name is Alex .

I think its the coolest name in the world ! Can I be named Alex , too ? Emmas hands clutched the wheel tightly .

No , Ethan .

And we talked about how we dont talk to strangers .

But he is a stranger no more .

He has a name .

His name is Alex .

Ethan , stop ! Her voice rose swiftly , surprising even her .

Stop ! Ethans face crumpled , and he burst into tears , his small shoulders shaking with hurt and fear .

The sight of him crying tore at Emmas heart , and she instantly regretted her outburst .

Reaching back , she took his hand , her own voice full of emotion .

Tm so sorry , Ethan .

I just .

I just want to keep you safe .

Im sorry The car came from nowhere and rammed Emmas from behind running her out of her lane over to the other side of the road .

She held onto the steering wheel with all her might as she and her children screamed , terror filling the car as she struggled to get back in control .

Fortunately , other cars around her were able to stop in time , limiting the extent of the accident , but this was not enough to prevent injury .

Ethan was thrown onto his seat , his little arm twisted in an unnatural position .

Ethan ! Ethan Emmas voice finally broke in panic , her eyes wide with fear as she tried to reach her son .

In a few seconds .

the street went mad and a jam started gathering As was the custom , Alexander sat in the backup , tapping his watch impatiently as he looked out from his car .

Whats going on ? he muttered to Kevin as he came back inside .

Looks like an accident up ahead , but it should be cleared soon .

The man who had hit Emmas car rushed over , his whole body shaking with shock .

Im so sorry I lost control .

Please , let me help .

I can drive you to the hospital Emma was beyond blaming anyone , too preoccupied with thoughts of her children ; she simply nodded .

She and her twins got into his car and he drove like a maniac to the nearest hospital which happened to be Blackthorn Hospital .

They reached the hospital and Ethan was rushed into the emergency unit .

Emma walked up and down the hall as helpless and worried as tears streamed down her face .

He approached her again , his face contorted with guilt and fear , Im so sorry.I didnt mean for any of this to happen , he said , but Emma just tuned him out , focusing solely on Ethan .

She just wanted to know her son was going to be okay .

Emily clung to her hand tightly .

Mom , hes going to be okay .

Ethan is strong , stronger than me .

Youre both strong , Emma said , trying to give her daughter a reassuring smile .

Youre the strongest kids Eve ever known .

Finally , a doctor came out of the emergency unit with a much eded breath of relief .

Maam , you dont have to worry , Your son is doing well .

His an is broken , but weve set it and put it in a cast .

Emma let out her breath and relaxed a little .

Thanks a lot .

She went to the cashier desk , where she would have to pay for the treatment , but was surprised when the attendant said to her Maam , the gentleman has already paid the bill .

Emma caught up with the man .

She smiled in gratitude yet warily .

I was told that you paid the bill , she said .

He looked at her with gravity in his eyes .

It was the least I could do .

Your time means more than the money , Emma replied , still shaken .

But thank you .

2/8 34 Chapter 42 I also want to cover the damages ..

The car damages .

Oh , no need to .

Emma said with an awkward smile .

Well I want to , Mrs.

Black Her eyes enlarged in astonishment , her heart missing a beat .

Mr.

Black ?