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Second Chance With You

Grief leaves no room for instructions. It comes, uninvited, and settles like fog, thick, persistent, and blinding. For Daniel Lewis, CEO of a billion-Leones tech empire and head of one of the country’s most influential families, the world never stopped moving after his wife’s death, but his did. He buried the pain beneath polished suits and endless meetings, pouring all that was left of him into the only person that still tied him to her, their daughter, Betty. Betty was once a bright, talkative girl with a laugh that could melt a room. But the accident that claimed her mother’s life also stole her voice. Five years later, she hadn’t spoken a single word. Specialist after specialist had failed to reach her, and her silence became a fortress no one could breach. Until Esther walked in. She wasn’t a licensed expert. Not yet. Just a 21-year-old child psychology student with soft eyes, a quiet determination, and a heart bigger than her experience. Hired as a live-in governess and emotional support tutor, Esther’s job was simple: help Betty speak again, help her live again. But no one warned her that in healing the child, she might touch the man as well. Daniel didn’t expect to feel anything. Not for a woman so much younger. Not for anyone ever again. And yet, in the quiet moments, between shared books, unspoken smiles, and late-night tea in the garden, something began to bloom, tender, impossible, real. This is a story about healing. About love rediscovered. About a man haunted by his past. A girl chasing her dreams. And a child who, through them, finds her voice again. Sometimes, the second time around… love writes a better ending.
MisMuoka · 46.3K Views

In The Moon's Shadow

Bang! another gunshot rang in her ears followed by the endless barrage of curses from her captors. "Can't believe these bitches actually opened fire on us !" said the minion closest to her. "Seems they don't want you to get out of this alive princess "He said, his voice dripping with bloodlust. Daphne's heart raced , her thoughts full of self pity." It never seems to end does it ?" She thought. This was the fourth foster home that had been reduced to ruins immediately after adopting her . People would soon think she was cursed . Maybe she was. Who knows. Suddenly she was yanked out of her thoughts by the loud bang of the door. "Bring her out here !" said a burly dangerous looking man ."Yes Sir!!"said the minions finally pulling her off the floor . She winced as her bruises and deep wounds scraped furniture around her. She was led out of the wooden shed-like house and onto a concrete pavement where she was tossed to the ground. She landed with a thud on the pavement bruising her knees even more. She didn't even lift her head knowing she couldn't face the family that had taken her in with kind hearts. The one she had now torn apart . She felt someone grab her by the hair and pull her head up. Tears flowed down her cheeks as she silently endured the pain on her scalp. As she opened her eyes she saw her foster mom looking directly at her,teary eyed. "What's the verdict mama?" Asked one of the goons while shoving her face to the side. "Can we have her for tonight then you come get her tomorrow?"he said while stripping her with his eyes . Daphne shivered under his intense gaze. Unable to shake off the feeling of being violated . Meanwhile her parents turned their backs on her got into their luxury sports car and left her on the road in the hands of those ruffians . She couldn't help but feel a sense of abandonment and hopelessness.
Allison_Esther · 6.4K Views

The veil of illusions

Emma, a gifted psychologist, has dedicated her life to understanding the human mind and unraveling the secrets of perception. Through her research, she comes across a mysterious book, "The Veil of Illusions," rumored to hold the key to unlocking hidden dimensions of the mind. Intrigued, Emma delves into the book's teachings, experimenting with altering her perception to traverse different layers of reality. As she starts delving deeper into the practices outlined in the book, strange occurrences begin happening around Emma. She encounters enigmatic characters who blur the line between real and illusionary, facing impossible challenges and mind-bending puzzles. The more she searches for answers, the more her understanding of reality crumbles, leaving her unsure of what is true and what is just an illusion. Along the way, Emma forges unlikely alliances and discovers secret societies dedicated to controlling perception and reality. Betrayal and intrigue surround her as she slowly uncovers the enigmatic organization responsible for the simulations she has been trapped within. The elusive truth seems closer than ever as Emma realizes she is not alone in this journey – there are others like her who have been trapped in the simulations. With each chapter, Emma inches closer to unveiling the sinister intentions behind the simulations. She starts to question her own existence and identity, wondering if she's just a pawn in a larger game. As she races against time, Emma must decipher the cryptic messages left behind by the book's author, navigate through treacherous illusions, and outsmart the puppetmasters manipulating her perception.
Esther_Aiyeku · 7.2K Views

Dalu’s Dilemma

  Exposition   At seventeen, Dalu is content with her little life. She has a family that loves her and a strong feeling of self worth, what more could she ask for? Raised in a modest home in a simple town, she shoves down thoughts of her birth mum, and accepts her little life with gratitude.   But then her foster father falls sick, and realistically there's no money to take care of his medical bills. Along comes Mrs Ireti, Dalu's birth mum and she makes them a deal. Dalu goes home with her, and she foots his medical bills.   Dalu is adamant in saying no, but the reality of the situation slaps her in the face. In a moment of desperation and in a bid to save her father, and accepts the deal. Her heart is bitter, but she does it for her family.   Inciting Incident   Everything seems normal at the beginning, until Dalu's foster father dies and it occurs to her that things will not be as she thought. Dalu came in contact with Tiwa, her step sister, A young beautiful girl, average height and about her age who has made it her life's purpose to frustrate Dalu as she saw her as a threat and made sure she's hated by all. While all these were going on, she met Nedu. A calm young, charming guy, broad shoulder and 6’8 tall. Feelings began growing between them everyday and time they meet.   Rising Actors   Things turned sour for both Nedu and Tiwa as Dalu found a secret of hers which she kept away from her parents– she had an abortion, something that was forbidden in the family. But what was heartbreaking was that Nedu being responsible for the pregnancy, this shattered Dalu but she was willing to keep shut to protect her new love interest. Regardless of the situation, Dalu and Nedu's bond grew stronger and being the most handsome and popular guy in school, she is seen as a threat and is hates by most of her school mates.   Climax     Dalu find out a secret about her birth that disturbs her leading her to confront her mother on the truth. Apparently she found out that her so called birth mother, wasn't actually her birth mother and there was more to the whole story than her just being abandoned. Dalu's birth mother was Mrs Ireti's twin sister who had died while birthing her. This price of information sickens Dalu. While leaving the house to find solace, she had an accident that almost caused her her life.   Denouncement   It takes a long, long while, but Dalu wakes up in the hospital. Mumsi, her mother, siblings and friends are around most of the time in a bid to cheer her up but Dalu remains solemn. Something inside her is broken, and it's not just her bones.   Tiwa doesn't show up at first as she feels guilty, but she does eventually. She and Dalu don't have a rosy conversation. They talk, they argue, and then agree, to start over as sisters, not rivals. Dalu meets her father after she is discharged and discovers she looks so much like him, but at the same time, she doesn't. They have the same features, but their hearts differ. Despite being rich, her father is emotionally unavailable, and feels no remorse for abandoning her. She realises he was egoistic and decided she doesn't want anything to do with him. It is difficult at first, but with through the begging of mumsi,  Dalu slowly starts to forgive her mother who in turn tries to make it up to her.   Eventually, Dalu is at peace with herself and with her past. This time, the wound of abandonment stings but it is no longer hidden. Dalu accepts the reality of the matter and allows herself to heal.
Esther_Ndubuisi_5170 · 6.5K Views
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