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All Things Come to an End

Darien walked into his new office for the first time. It was large with an entire wall of windows looking out over the city. Setting in his chair he closed his eyes and placed his hands on the giant mahogany desk. He had done it. He was the DA, he’d ac accomplished his career goal.

The sound of the door opening prompted him to open his eyes. Standing before him was a smiling Seiya. Seeing his smile Darien sat forward and glared at him. “Why are you here Seiya?” The reformed man sat in one of the high backed chairs opposite from Darien and made himself comfortable. “Seiya?”

“I’ve come to collect, Darien. I’m tired of waiting for her to come back to me. When I heard about Jadeite’s death I thought she’d call but she hasn’t. Instead, I learn that she’s been spending more time talking with you.” Seiya narrowed his eyes as his grin widened. “I want you to tell her how much I’ve changed. I want you to suggest that she lets me back into her life.”

Darien stood, feeling rage fill him. Who was Seiya to demand this of him? He wouldn’t do it. There was no way in hell he’d let Seiya get his hands on her again. “No. Get out of my office.”

“I’m not leaving Darien. You’re an idiot. You’ve gained so much, not that it’s a bad thing it’s just that… oh… how should I say it… you have so much to lose now.” Darien looked at the man in front of him with disbelief. “Let me rephrase my request… If you don’t do what I ask I guarantee you will regret everything you’ve done. I will take everything from you.” Seiya then chuckled. “See, you should have told Serena the truth. If you had you wouldn’t be in this position. I wouldn’t be sitting here blackmailing you.”

“I’m not going to help you. You can’t do anything to me. You won’t. I know you Seiya, you’re a coward, you’re so afraid of her rejecting you that you have to try and bring me down. I’m the one with the power here Seiya. I’m the one who has her heart.” Darien sat and glared at his enemy who glared back. “You were the worst decision of my life.”

“No, this moment is the worst decision in your life. Do you know what I’m capable of? I’m the one who sent that blonde fool to his death, I’m the reason she’s moving back here… though I’m sure the stunt you pulled at your wedding has an influence.” Darien paled slightly. Seiya had been watching him. Seiya had been watching everyone.

“Has Sapphire helped you with all of this?” Darien growled making Seiya laugh. Seiya then grinned and held up a hand, admiring it as if it were the most beautiful hand ever.

“Sapphire’s no longer in charge. I am. He was getting in my way so, I managed to take his job.” Darien leaned back in his chair beginning to feel the seriousness of the conversation. “Yes Darien. I’m the regional director. I’m the one holding all the strings. So, I suggest that you cooperate.” Closing his eyes, Darien sighed. No matter what Seiya threatened he wouldn’t sell Serena out. He couldn’t.

“No Seiya. If you want her back you’re going to have to try and do it yourself.” Seiya stood suddenly and walked to the door. As he put his hand on the knob he turned back to Darien with a cold look on his face.

“As you wish Darien. I’d be lying if I said this won’t be painful... but I’ll make sure it is. By the time I’m done with you you’ll beg me for death; and once I have her… she’ll pay too. I’ve had time to think about it and… she deserves punishment. I love her, truly I do but, she’ll never love me. Not really.” Seiya laughed. “In fact, I’ll make her love me. Force her to, and I promise you this Darien. Every night, when I’m fucking her, I’ll make it so painful she’ll beg me to stop. She’ll cry for you and you’ll never come to save her… because… in the end Darien. You’re the coward.” With that Seiya was out the door and walking briskly to the elevator. He had to start enacting his plan, and he knew the perfect man to help him.

Seiya walked down the long concrete hall escorted by a well-armed guard. They had passed roughly one hundred steel doors with small windows and Seiya was beginning to wonder when they were going to reach cell 472.

The guard walked quickly, as if he was worried that all of the doors might simultaneously open and release all of the dangerous criminals. “Here it is sir. Cell number 472 Fiore Casinean … May I ask… what do you need this guy for?” Seiya glared at the guard causing the chubby man to wilt and open the door swiftly. Seiya stepped into the door way and looked down at the man doing rapid push ups.

A short time passed before Fiore stopped what he was doing and looked up at the man in the doorway. “Who are you and to what do I owe the pleasure of this visit?” His Brown eyes scanned over the well-dressed agent and frowned. “What’s this about buddy?”

Seiya’s icy eyes twinkled as he sat on the ground and looked at his subject carefully. He looked like a man who’d been imprisoned for many years. His brown hair was long and greasy, his dark eyes were filled with anger and resentment. “My name is Seiya Kou. I’m the regional director of the CIA in the Pacific Northwest. I’ve come to release you.”

Fiore stopped his push-ups and stared at the man in disbelief. “Why are you so far from home Agent Kou?” Fiore felt captivated by this man. Whoever he was, he was a serious man.

“I’m here for you. Do you remember her?” Seiya pulled a photo of Serena from his pocket and showed it to the greasy man who took it and sat on the ground. Fiore’s eyes lit up as he looked at the picture then at Seiya. “Well?”

“Yeah, I remember her. Her fucking brother put me in here to rot. He took it all so personally… of course, I wanted him to… damn seeing this photo… taken recently?” Seiya nodded making Fiore let out a low growl of pleasure. “She hasn’t changed a bit. I don’t think I’ve ever fucked a woman so very… insatiable.” Seiya narrowed his eyes at the wide grin that spread over Fiore’s face. “You certainly have my attention now. What do you need my help with?” Fiore’s eyes were still glued to the photo in his hands. “I’d like to see her again…”

“I need your help in taking Darien down. I don’t know if you’re aware but he’s married now and has a baby on the way. He’s also recently been elected to be the DA of southwest Washington.” Seiya smiled as Fiore ripped his eyes from the photo and to him.

“So, another man who hates Darien Shields… why?” Seiya sneered at Fiore’s blatant curiosity but also admired it.

“I’m in love with Serena. We were a couple for almost two year then… well, let’s say work got in the way. One word from Darien’s mouth and she threw me out of her life. I want back in and he refuses to help me. My motto is, if you’re not with me, then you’re in my way.” Seiya smiled then and leaned forward slightly. “I remove obstacles from my path Fiore. Would you like to help me?”

“Why can’t you do it alone?” The question was a valid one. One that Seiya had to answer carefully.

“I could… but then you wouldn’t be a free man now would you?” Fiore smiled and stood. Seiya followed suit and found himself shaking Fiore’s hand. “So… we have a deal? If I get you out you will follow my orders and do what I ask?”

“As long as I’m free to do as I please after this mission is done.” Seiya nodded and turned from Fiore. He knew he left Fiore excited, and he was glad. The truth was, he knew Fiore was a menace to society and not even he would let a crazed man like Fiore run around. No, after the job was done he’d make sure Fiore was dead; a small price to pay for what he wanted.

Serena stood from the table and began clearing the places. She wasn’t sure why but Darien had been watching her closely all night. “Well, did you like it?” She smiled at her guests trying her best not to stare at Darien too long. She hated not being able to ask him what was wrong but Raye’s presence made it difficult to talk about him. He didn’t like talking about his feelings in front of her, especially because she was in the ninth month of her pregnancy.

“I loved it Serena… it was really good.” He smiled and waited for his wife to respond. Raye politely folded her napkin by her half full plate and smiled her fake smile that made Serena want to punch her.

“It wasn’t to my taste exactly.” Serena eyed her brother and noticed his eyes blaze with anger. “Perhaps it’s my hormones throwing my taste buds out of whack.” She offered and sighed. The dining room plunged into silence for the umpteenth time that evening. Something didn’t seem right. The day that Darien and Andrew had helped her move in had been fine. Raye was smiley and happy… everyone was wonderful. Had she done something to make Darien and Raye uncomfortable?

“What is?” The sarcastic question caught the two women off guard. Darien then sighed and stood grabbing his plate. His blue eyes were darker than usual and Serena knew something was bothering him. Something he wasn’t sharing with her.

“I’m tired Darien. Can we not argue right now?” Raye sighed and leaned back in her chair her brown eyes showing signs of defeat. Serena looked back and forth between the two before she took the plate from Darien’s hand.

“I’m sorry Raye. I’ve had a long day. I don’t want to be so snippy.” He smiled in turn making her nod. “I’m never snippy, you know that.” She chuckled lightly and helped Raye out of her chair. “You look tired… why don’t you go an rest on the couch while I help Serena with the kitchen.”

“I’m fine. I’ve got this, go ahead.” Serena smiled then took the plates to the sink in the kitchen. Walking back into the dining room for the remainder of the flatware Darien smiled at her then lead Raye into the living room and returned to help her clear the table. “Seriously Dare, take her home. She’s tired. I’m fine doing this by myself. I’m a big girl now remember?”

“Yes… I know.” He said softly and continued to clear the table ignoring the rest of her protest. They cleared the table in silence and returned to the kitchen. Serena turned on the hot water and put soap in the sink allowing the bobbles to froth up followed by a thick cloud of steam. Darien loaded the dishwasher then leaned against the counter watching the mature blonde wash the remaining dishes. “I missed you while you were gone Serena… all the time I spent away from you when I went to university… I was so close yet… now I realize I left you alone. When you were the one that left…. I didn’t take that too well you know?” He stepped up behind her pressing his body to hers. “You know I hate this?” She froze feeling his breath against her neck.

“Hate what?” She asked shakily. He was so close to her, so very close that she wasn’t sure what to do. What was he doing? “Dare?”

“I hate that you’re still so very alone. Still unsatisfied with life… I don’t want you to be like this anymore Serena. You deserve more.” She shuddered lightly as she felt his hands rest on her hips. His lips tickled her neck, just below her ear causing her to release the breath she’d been holding. This had to be a dream, definitely a dream. Darien wouldn’t do this in real life.

“What are you doing?” She asked shakily and moved her body as far away as he’d let her. She didn’t want this to be a dream but she knew it had to be. This had to be a dream and yet she had to risk waking, she had to hear him answer her.

“What I should have done years ago.” She felt him smile then gasp as his arms wrapped around her and he bit her neck lightly. “For so long we’ve been playing this game. Denying each other what we know we want… I’m done playing Serena. I’ve gotten to the point where I need you.” She struggled against him managing to push him away just enough so she could turn and stare into his darkened eyes. It was in that moment that she saw the eyes that had always confused her. Eyes that held longing and lust.

“Dare… what… what about Raye?” She whispered as if Raye would hear her. She knew better but it seemed far more proper to whisper. He smiled a wry smile and pushed her against the counter while he shut off the water. His lips lingered so close that she could practically taste him.

“What about her? She’s not you Serena and I don’t want her.” He whispered then crushed his lips to hers invading her mouth with his tongue. It was by far the most heated kiss of her life and her entire body felt as if it were on fire. As if automatically she laced her fingers through his perfect black hair and pulled him closer. It was wrong, oh it was so very wrong but she didn’t care. She wanted him… needed him and apparently he returned that sentiment.

She felt his hands on her, lifting her onto the counter but beyond that it was all a haze. Their lips were locked the entire time, tongues battling for power. She shivered as he moved to her neck and his hands slid over her bare legs, up her skirt to her hips were he worked his fingers under the silk of her panties. Wrapping her legs around his waist she tugged at his dress shirt hungrily, button after button she exposed his flawless chest so that she could run her nails over his skin.

Reaching for the waist of his slacks she pulled the button open and began to lower his zipper. As she felt his fingers brush against her clit she moaned and threw her head back arching her body forward. Seemingly pleased with the reaction he dared to move his fingers farther until he was pressing against her barrier.

“Darien… can we go home now?” Raye’s voice interrupted the heated spell they were under causing him to growl and lean his head against her chest. “Darien?” The ebony haired woman’s pathetic cry caused him to pick up his head and stare into her eyes.

“Yes Raye, we can go home now. I’ll take you home then come back here to help Serena finish the kitchen.” He sighed then removed his hand and stepped back. His eyes never left hers in his blue depths a promise was spoken; a promise to return and continue on with what they had started. He then buttoned his shirt and tucked it into his pants, which he then zipped and buttoned.

No words were spoken as he lifted her off the counter then continued into the living room and helped Raye up. “Thank you Serena. I really did enjoy dinner… even if I didn’t really like the taste.” She smiled warmly then looked at Darien.

“I did.” He chuckled and licked the finger that had just been so close to entering the blonde hostess. He then touched the tip of Serena’s nose with a smirk. “I’ll be back to help you finish the daunting task at hand.” Serena blushed furiously for perhaps the first time in her life. “I mean it. Don’t even dream of finishing without me.” He winked then walked Raye out of the house and put her into the passenger seat.

Holy hell Serena! You just made out with your brother! Goddamn… he knows what he’s doing too! She smiled out the window with a wave then giddily ran back to the kitchen to clean up the dishes. When he came back she didn’t want to have to deal with the kitchen.

“She made that much of a mess huh?” Raye laughed as Darien helped her out of the car. He nodded blankly and began to walk her to the house. “Wait! Let’s go for a quick stroll through the park.”

“I thought you wanted to go home.” He looked at her critically. She only smiled and shrugged. “Raye honestly.”

“I did want to go home. But now I want to go for a walk. Come on, real quick then you can go back and clean up her damn kitchen. I mean really Dare, she can clean it up by herself. I don’t see why you insist. She doesn’t need you anymore.” She pulled him towards the park not realizing the frustration coursing through his veins.

He finally relented and began to walk through the park with his wife when a familiar voice interrupted them causing him to freeze. “Well, well, well, Darien Shields. It’s been a while. I see you’ve been quite successful while I sat in prison rotting away.” Raye turned to see the figure first. He was tall with freshly died baby blue hair and pink streaks at the temples. “Hello my dearest pet.”

“Stay away from her Fiore!” Darien yelled and turned pushing Raye behind him protectively. “What do you want?” Fiore smiled and took a few steps towards the two in the middle of the park. His hands were casually behind his back.

“You ruined my life Darien… I’m here to return the favor… only this time… I won’t be fucking your sister. Oh no, this time, I have something so much worse… more… valuable.” He brought a silenced gun out from behind his back and smiled as Darien paled. “You guessed it your time has come Darien.” The man held up the gun and shot his target in the stomach causing Darien to collapse to the cold hard concrete. Raye screamed.

“Raye! Run!” Darien coughed. The raven-haired woman began to rush as fast as possible away from the angered man with a gun only to be struck down by another bullet. This one strategically aimed at the back of her head. “FIORE!” Darien yelled as Raye crashed down to the concrete a pool of blood pooling around her head. “I’ll kill you for this!”

“I don’t think you’re going to be killing anyone Darien.” Fiore laughed and walked coolly to Raye’s body then rolled her over. “This might bother you a bit.” He smirked and cut into Raye’s swollen belly. Darien watched helplessly as Fiore cut his son from his wife, watched helplessly as the crazed man set the crying infant on the concrete then held up the gun again. “Tell me Darien… was she worth all of this suffering?” With that another gunshot rang through the park followed closely by the sounds of an ambulance siren.

Darien watched as Fiore dropped to the ground and Seiya stepped out of the shadows. “Fucking animal.” Seiya kicked Fiore’s head to the side and walked slowly to Darien. “Do you know what happens now Dare?”

“She’ll never take you back… not ever.” Darien coughed, the metallic taste of blood in his mouth. “She sees you for what you are Seiya… a sick… freak.”

“Me? Oh, Darien. Do you honestly think what you’ve done is any better than what I have? You’ve lied to her, for her entire life you’ve lied. No longer Darien, here’s how this is going to work… the authorities will take your child to the hospital and tend to him. He’ll live, and according to your will… Serena gets him right?” Darien paled. “She can’t keep your son without providing a “proper” home. That means, she has to get a husband.”

“Seiya don’t… don’t do this.” Darien let his forehead touch the concrete. What could he do? Seiya had carefully orchestrated everything; and he would win. “She’ll marry Andrew not you.”

“Not likely. I have this feeling she’s going to call me when the police come and knock on her door tonight. She’ll blame it on me, I know she will but once everything plays out… I’m going to be the one putting a ring on her finger. You on the other hand.” Seiya pressed the tip of his gun to Darien’s temple and pulled the trigger allowing the gun to click. It was empty. “You’re going somewhere special Darien. I’m not going to kill you because I want you to suffer. I know that you’ve inflicted all this unnecessary pain on yourself but… it’s been nothing compared to what’s to come… the promise I made in your office still holds.”

By this time the police and paramedics had come and were surveying the scene. Seiya stood and smiled at the entourage then made a motion with his hands making it obvious that he’d persuaded the others to follow him. “You all know what to do people! Now… Move!”

Darien closed is eyes to prevent the tears from falling. This wasn’t how he’d planned it. He wanted to go to Serena, to finally tell her the truth and love her. He just hadn’t realized how powerful Seiya had become, how incredibly cunning. “I’m so sorry Serena… looks like I won’t make it back after all.” He whispered silently as his body grew cold and he lost consciousness.

The sound of loud knocking woke Serena from her sleep. Wearily she gazed at the clock; it was eleven at night. Finally. She thought and quickly rushed to the door pulling it open to see a man dressed in a police uniform. She blinked a few times. “May I help you?”

“Serena Shields?” He asked removing his hat. She nodded then stepped aside to let him enter the house. “I have some news for you.” She paled not knowing what to think. The last time a police officer had appeared like this was when Jed had died in the car accident. Suddenly her thoughts turned to Darien. What if he crashed on his way to her? “I don’t know how to tell you this ma’am… your brother… Darien... and his wife Raye…” He hesitated as her hands fluttered to her chest and she leaned against the wall to await the news he was about to give. “They were murdered in the park. A crazed man with a gun, shot your brother then Raye… after which it seems that he… removed your nephew from his mother… the child is at the hospital now…” She slid down the wall unable to comprehend the words coming from the officer’s mouth. “Miss. Shields… I’m so sorry… if there’s anything I can do…”

“Bring him back!” She screamed suddenly as if in pain. “It’s not true! You’re lying to me!” Tears streaked down her face as she felt her heart ripped from her chest. How could he be dead. He was just with her, he promised he’d be back. He was finally going to love her, finally going to make love to her. He just couldn’t be dead. “Tell me you’re lying!” She screamed again and stood this time hitting the man in the chest. “You have to be!” Suddenly she stopped and began to sob uncontrollably. “Please no… not him… it should have been me…” Her legs began to give way allowing the officer to catch her in his arms.

“Miss… is there anyone I can call for you?” He asked tenderly and carried her to the living room and put her on the couch. “Miss?”

“Andrew Furyhata…” She nodded blankly then pulled her head up. “Yes, call Andrew Furyhata, make sure he knows about this. Then call Seiya Kou.” The officer looked at her and nodded before stepping outside to make the calls. It was as if time was nothing in the next few hours. She could hear the police moving around her house, attempting to talk to her. She wanted to talk back but none of their words registered, nothing made sense.

That was how Seiya found her. Sitting on the couch blankly, staring ahead without thought. “Sweet face?” He asked and touched her face bringing her from her trance. Her cerulean blue eyes, now faded and empty fixed on him and flared with anger and hate. “Serena?”

“You!” She shouted and punched him in the face making him freeze. “You did this didn’t you? DIDN’T YOU?” She screamed angrily. “You always hated him! ALWAYS!” Her desperate sobs called the attention of the officers only to have Seiya look at them empathetically.

“Serena… I’m sorry… I didn’t do this.” He looked into her eyes, his icy orbs, for the first time, showing deep sadness. “Come here… I’m here for you.” He cooed and pulled her into a hug. “I’m here… go ahead and cry.” He sighed and pet her hair tenderly. “Anything you need… just let me know.” He paused and looked at the officer. “Who shot them?”

“The man’s name was… Fiore Casinean.” Serena cried out loudly and began to sob even harder. “The officers on the scene had to shoot him.”

“Shhhh… it’s okay…” He soothed and looked at the officer pointedly. The man nodded and stepped out of the room to leave the two alone. “Serena… look at me.” He smiled and lifted her chin tenderly. “They said the baby survived.” For a brief moment she looked relieved then devastated.

“It’s not right Seiya… it’s not right. He’ll never get to see his baby… he’ll never get to know Derrick.” Seiya paused and squeezed Serena tighter. “That’s what he wanted to name it. Raye was being a bitch and wanted to name something else but I want his name to be Derrick.” She continued to babble until sleep finally claimed her allowing Seiya to take her up to her bed. Laying her down he tucked her in and smiled. Everything was falling into place.

The next day Serena woke, feeling as if it was all a terrible nightmare. A nightmare that she soon realized was very much real. Below her she could hear the irate voices of her mother, Seiya, and Andrew. “I don’t care if she is sleeping you wake her the FUCK up!” Ilene shouted angrily. “That monster who she went out with years ago came back and killed my little boy! MY SON and his beautiful wife! Whenever something goes wrong she’s always involved!”

“She’s always involved because he’s usually around!” Andrew shouted, obviously referring to Seiya. She quickly got up and rushed down to the shouting group. Ken looked like the only one who didn’t want to fight, didn’t want to argue. “Serena! How can you let him back in your house? You know he did this!” Andrew growled.

“I did not Andrew. Please don’t allow your disdain for me make you ignorant.” Seiya said calmly making Andrew growl again. “Look, this is a terrible day. Despite what everyone may think of me… I admired Darien very much. He was an amazing person. Raye was a dear friend of mine, the only person who ever talked to me in elementary and middle school. What’s important now is the baby; and I don’t see how blaming people helps him.” Seiya’s calm words hushed the group as Andrew hung his head.

“He willed the baby to Serena. I was there when they wrote it. Everything goes to Serena, the house, the money, the baby… everything but that car he loved so much.” Serena looked at Andrew in shock.

“What? Why me?” She asked sitting on her stairs. “Why would he… why?” Ilene began an angry tirade. The woman was furious to say the very least and she was determined to take it out on the only person she knew would take it.

“You? How dare he! I’m his mother! You’re nothing but a two-bit tramp! You’re a goddamned slut and everyone knows it! The only good choice you made with your love life was Jadeite and he’s dead! Darien loved you too and now he’s dead! You bring nothing but death and destruction to everyone around you! You’re not worthy of that child or any of that money!” Serena sat silently taking in her mother’s words; and for the first time she realized, Ilene was right. In all the years Ilene had shouted her disapproval she hadn’t thought it true but it was. She wasn’t worthy of taking Derrick but she wanted to. She had to. It was what Darien had wanted.

“I don’t care what you have to say.” Serena stood and looked at the group in front of her. “I will honor Darien’s wishes and I will take Derrick. I’ll raise him as my own and he’ll be happy. I have my own money and if in fact Darien did will his estate to me then… I will manage it to the best of my abilities. As of today, I am a mother, not a slut.” Her broken tone sobered everyone in the room. Never before had Serena seemed so lifeless. Seiya inwardly smiled at this. He’d succeeded in breaking her. She was nothing but a shell now and he could now control her. A broken spirit is the easiest to contain. “Who was his lawyer? I think I need to go and speak with him to arrange everything.”

Andrew sighed and looked down at the ground before answering. “The man’s name is Malachite Jones. He has an office on Main Street.” Serena nodded and walked to the kitchen as if she were a robot. Grabbing the phone book she looked the man up and dialed the number, waiting for an answer. A pleasant woman answered and set up an appointment immediately stating that she was very grieved at the news of Darien’s death. Serena had nodded and hung up the phone. It was strange, she didn’t feel anything, it was as if all of her being was numb. Or maybe it was that the situation hadn’t fully hit her yet.

Serena stepped up to the casket with a ring on her finger and Seiya by her side. Her cerulean blue eyes were empty, drained of emotion as she gazed at Darien’s still face. He looked as if he were only sleeping and that any time he could come alive. “Dare? Seiya and I will take care of little Derrick… I promise you we’ll never let anything bad happen to him… he’s so perfect Dare… he looks just like you except for his brown eyes… Raye’s eyes… you weren’t supposed to die … you said you’d be right back… we were supposed to keep living and be happy for once…” She began to reach for his face only to have Seiya quickly but tenderly lace his fingers with hers. She looked at him with tears streaming down her face before turning back towards Darien’s still body. “I love you…” She whispered and allowed Seiya to lead her away as John and his wife stepped up.

“Well kids… at least you’re together… my grandson’s in good hands and I’ll check in on him for ya babygirl.” He put his arm around Raye’s sobbing mother before letting his tears fall as he led his wife to her seat.

The funeral director gave his speech about the couple elegantly before the entire funeral chapel was cleared out and the caskets were moved into a hearse to be transported to their final resting places. Serena paled, as the two caskets were set into the electric lifts meant to lower them down into the ground. The director said a few more words then the crowd began to break as the caskets started to lower marking the end of Darien and Raye’s lives.

“NO!” Serena screamed and ran to Darien’s casket throwing herself onto it and causing the remaining people to look at her. “DON’T leave me! You promised you’d always be here for me! You said you’d be right back! You liar!” She screamed loudly and grasp onto the sides of the wooden mass as Seiya tried to pry her off with Andrew’s help. “He’s not dead! He CAN’T be dead because I’m still alive!” She screamed and hit Seiya forcefully in an attempt to make him release her. “Please just kill me.” She sobbed brokenly. “Please… Seiya… please?” He sighed and pulled her to him.

“Serena… we have Derrick to care for now. Derrick needs a mother… you don’t want him going to Ilene do you?” She shook her head violently. “Then pull yourself together before they take him from us. Serena, please, look at what you still have.” Her sobs slowly began to dwindle as Seiya lead her to his sedan. Putting her in the passenger seat he smiled and looked towards the caskets now being lowered into the ground. With Derrick waiting for them in the house he’d built he then got into the car and looked at his new wife with joy behind his eyes. “Let’s go home to our new life Serena.” She nodded blankly and closed her eyes where she could relive her memories. Seiya was right, she should focus on what she had, and she still had Darien in her heart. Maybe she’d make it after all…

The End

PLEASE READ!- Ah ha! Even though this says it’s the end it isn’t. Onto the sequel! I would like at this time to provide you with the summary of the sequel so you continue to read because it’s far from over!

Web of Lies- Living a broken life the once named Serena Shields struggles with herself and her husband. Her days are lived in a fantasy life that has her nephew and daughter convinced she’s insane. With an abusive and controlling husband watching her every move she attempts to live peacefully only to discover it’s all a lie and nothing is as it seems. As she untwists the webs spun around her she sees that her husband kept a few secrets from her, one hidden from her to keep her with him. The sequel to Twisted Webs!