Todos os capítulos de Mr. Sterling, Your Ex-wife is a Famous CEO : Capítulo 161 - Capítulo 170

Arabella's phone stayed frozen in her ear. She blinked once. Twice. Then Axel's cheerful voice rang through the terminal. “Dad.” Adrian was still standing there, staring back at her. She wasn't seeing things. Adrian was really alive…and obviously well.She didn't even notice when Axel broke free and ran across the terminal until she saw him throwing himself at Adrian. Adrian squatted, hugging him tightly but he never broke his gaze with Arabella. Tears quickly filled her eyes, slowly blurring her vision. Just then, another voice called to her. “Arabella,” Ivan threw himself at her, his hands wrapped tightly around her. Arabella finally broke Adrian's gaze, shutting her eyes as she returned the hug. “Thank Goodness, Ivan. I was so worried about you.” Her voice cracked, her tears falling slowly. “I thought I was never going to see you again.” He cried.For over a minute, they stayed in each other's arms, whispering to each other. All the while, Sebastian stood cluelessly b

Richard's hand slowly stroked Arabella’s back in a gentle, deliberate pat. Arabella tried not to cry, but the more she tried to fight it, the more the tears came. But Richard tried his best not to break and be her pillar now that she needed it. After what felt like forever, Arabella slowly pulled away. She gestured her head to the ward closest to them. Richard nodded then placed a hand on her shoulder, equally gesturing towards the VIP ward. Arabella was still hesitant, but Richard nudged her forward. No words were exchanged between them and somehow, they understood each other. Arabella finally walked to the door. When she pushed the door, her heart stopped, not from fear, but nervousness. A frail figure was sitting on the bed. When their eyes locked, Isabella flashed a beautiful smile at her. Arabella smiled back and started to walk closer, her legs gradually heavier. Isabella tried to stand on her feet and almost fell. Arabella ran forward trying to steady her, but Isa

FOUR DAYS LATER The past few days had been bittersweet for everyone. Adrian had suggested they could now announce their survival and Richard agreed, so every other person that had been stuck in Denver with them finally got to go home with huge bonuses from Richard. Only Richard, Adrian and Ivan stayed behind. Sebastian also returned to New York two days earlier, promising to come back. Arabella turned her mother's bedside into her new abode, always by her side morning, day and night.In that time they chatted about everything and anything. Isabella wanted to keep only happy memories, so she forbade Arabella from wanting to know about her life in prison.In turn, Arabella told her everything about her life, both the good, the bad and the ugly. Axel was introduced to her later and the thought of getting to see her grandchild made her shed tears of joy.The only time Arabella left her mother's side was when she had to use the restroom, wash up and change. To make things easier, th

Adrian quickly wiped off traces of his tears, ending the voice recording. Shortly after, Arabella walked in with a food basket, Axel by her side. Until the door closed, no one followed. Of course, how could he bring himself to come in when he just found out this person’s life was ruined by his mother? If he had any conscience, he’d be reeling in guilt. Still, he proceeded to ask, “I thought you were coming in with Sebastian.” “Oh, he said something urgent came up and he had to go.” Arabella replied. She settled beside Isabella's bed as they exchanged pleasantries. Axel looked a little more cheerful than he did earlier. “Hi, grandma.” He greeted. Isabella pulled him close, pressing a kiss to his forehead. “How are you doing, dear?” “Fine ma.” Axel barely finished it before running towards his father. Arabella dished out the soup she had brought and placed it on the overbed table. Isabella struggled to sit as she was already too weak from sitting for over an hou

ONE WEEK LATER The burial was small. Just family. Just the people Isabella knew and loved. Just the people that stopped their life just to be with her in her last days on earth. The sky was clear. The cemetery, decorated with fresh white flowers and wreaths. A gentle breeze stirred the trees overhead.The white casket rested above the open grave.Richard stood beside the casket in a black suit.The past week seemed to have aged him years.Arabella stood at his side in a long black gown. Her eyes hidden behind large sunglasses. Beside them were Adrian, Axel, Ivan, Sebastian, Ashley, Gavin and Ed.Vera and Chloe were also there too. They had came the next day after Isabella’s death. Aside from the pastor, a few other faces were Dr. Brendan from the hospital and The Warden from prison. The pastor stepped forward and opened his Bible.He spoke about life. About love. About loss. And about the people we leave behind.His voice was calm and steady. The family listened in silence.Whe