Everything was silent as the sun rose, bringing with it new hope and warmth. The birds have chirped, and a new day has begun. But Anthony wasn't really calm. His Bella was still unconscious and needed medical help and he was making sure that she was ok.

He didn't let go of her and kept her cradle to his chest.

She was secured in his arms safely.

His Bella.

But Anthony's work was not done until he ensured that Bella and his children were fine and safe.

She was in poor health and was also unconscious for a long time.

He wasn't ready to lose any more ground. He has suffered alot and all he want was happiness and peace for his people.

"We informed Megan, and the hospital is ready. Silas is also being treated, and he is no longer in danger. Thanks to his years of strength and immunity training."

"Hmm" Anthony wasn't paying attention to anyone because his main priority was Bella, but his people were important as well.

"And how about Anna?" For a split second, he looked at Bruce.

"She is also out of danger, and her baby is fine." Bruce said with a grin.

Anthony nodded, looking down at Bella's round belly, which he covered with his palm.

What about his children?

"Tony, how are you doing? Bella is going to be fine. Are you aware of this?" Bruce said as he gently patted Anthony's back.

"I know," he said, nodding.

Anthony didn't let go of Bella; he clutched her to his chest.

Bella was thin and barely weighed anything. His gaze was drawn to her rounded stomach as she felt fragile in his arms.

He couldn't imagine how she could have protected herself from that demon in this state.

X-X

Bella was immediately taken to the emergency room. Anthony didn't want to let her go, but he was relieved Megan was there to help her.

He took a seat in front of the emergency room. And then  have to wait for the doctor. Suddenly, he heard footsteps approaching. He looked up and saw the Bella's parents , Nathaniel, Robert, and Summer.

Summer immediately hugged him and said, "Oh Anthony." Everyone was taken aback by this interaction, but even more so when Anthony accepted her warm embrace.

He didn't say anything, but everyone knows how he feels right now.

"Rest as well, Anthony. We've arrived, go bandage your wounds." said Nathaniel.

Megan emerged after ten minutes and looked at Anthony.

He was terrified by her expressions. He was concerned about Bella, the twins.

"How are she and my children?" He inquired without missing a beat.

"Bella is currently in poor health. Her body is in a coma as a result of the torture, pain, and suffering." Megan came to a halt and took Anthony's palm in her own.

"And my babies?" he asked, barely audible.

"The twins are fine. Both secure and safe."

Anthony felt as if his soul had returned to him. He was afraid he had lost his baby, or worse, both of them. But he was relieved that they were fine and safe.

He sobbed and embraced Megan. Robert also hugged Bella's parents. They were relieved that the children were safe and that they could return to them.

Bella's mother suddenly approached him and tapped him on the shoulder. Anthony turned, and before he could say anything, he was enveloped in the warmth of his mother's love.

He hadn't felt that way in years, not since his mother died.

"You are also my son. You don't have to fight this alone, son; we've got your back. You're not alone." She stroked his back. Anthony closed his eyes and held her for three minutes before releasing her.

He was relieved that his friends, family, and parents were all there for him and Bella.

When he noticed William in the back, he approached him right away.

"William," he said, and he immediately hugged him. "Don't worry, Anna and Silas are both safe. I guarantee you  both will return to you." Anthony had not yet informed him of Anna's pregnancy. It was going to break him. He wants them to tell William on their own.

"Where is Elijah?" he wondered as he looked around.

"He is with Sophie and Elizabeth at your mansion."

They waited for them to open their eyes after Anthony nodded.

Anthony makes a promise to Bella's mother. "Nothing bad will happen to her. I'm not going to allow it."

He leaned against the wall, closing his eyes.

X-X

Elijah walked over to Elizabeth with Sophie in his arms. He can hardly wait to show her.

He rapped on the door. He soon realised, however, that the door was already open.

He entered to find Elizabeth standing by the window, looking out at the sky and praying for their safety. She dashed toward him the moment he entered the room.

"Is she Sophia's daughter?" she muttered as she came to a halt in front of him. Sophie suddenly leaned forward in her arms.

At the sight of her, she sucked in a sharp breath. She held her close to her chest in her arms.

"My baby," she cried, her eyes blurred with tears as she kissed her forehead. Sophie wiped her tears away and kissed her both cheeks.

Elizabeth and Elijah both froze before laughing and saying, "Just like Sophia."

She used to do the same thing when someone was crying or sad, kissing both cheeks.

Her eyes were filled with tears. "My dear child."

"Please allow me to clean her and change her clothes," Elizabeth said as she led Sophie into the bathroom.

Elijah was feeling complete at this point. He was looking at his daughter. A gust of wind blew through the window, scattering the soap bubbles.

"Mama," Sophie said, raising her arms in the air. Elizabeth and Elijah were completely submerged in bubble. But they were aware that Sophia was also present.

Elijah closed his eyes as he recalled what Wonton had said, but he also recalls something else.

He had killed Sophia near the daisy field, but that area was under the control of some tribal people because that is where Udon mentioned Wonton killing a woman who was just out of labour. He didn't realise it was Sophia at the time.

"Grandmother! Keep her around. I'll be right back "He said this as he picked up his keys and drove towards his destination, hoping to find something about Sophia.

X-X

Anthony was allowed to see her after four hours. She was sleeping with an IV in her arms. But he was glad that she was fine and safe.

" Bells," he said softly, not disturbing her.

He had no idea how Bella had protected herself in this state; all he knew was that he had found her alive. He was willing to go to any length to keep her breathing.

He leaned in close to her. He inhaled her scent and closed his eyes. He couldn't let her go now. He'd only ever lost her once. Never, ever again.

Anthony had finally found himself alone with her.

His gaze returned to her round stomach. He stared at the roundness for a few seconds before the voice of the heart monitoring device brought him back to reality.

"You are the queen as well as my warrior." In a feather kiss, he gently kissed her nose and forehead.

She was his entire world. But she still didn't respond to his touches. Sparks and beating hearts were always present wherever they touched.

It terrified him, and he prayed—hoped—that she would wake up soon. He needed to reclaim his queen.

As he placed his face near her belly, a thought occurred to him. He tried to hear it.

He opened his eyes a few minutes later as he felt something against his cheek. It was a blast.

"MEGAN!!" he exclaimed. She stormed into the room, looking terrified. "What happened?" she inquired as she double-checked all of the equipment.

"My baby kicked me," he said stutteringly.

Megan came to a halt and exhaled a sigh of relief. "Would you like to listen to something more exciting?" she asked as she fixed some wire for him.

Huh?

There was a voice in the room.

Is something strange going on?

"There you have it... These are the beats of the heart. Bela is the powerful one. The twins have small, soft voices.

Anthony had no idea he was waiting for her reassurance. A wave of relief washed over him as soon as he heard her words.

He shuddered and inhaled deeply. Putting a kiss on the brow. "Our babies heartbeats Bells," Anthony said quietly.

Where their hands were intertwined, his fingers tightened around hers.

X-X

Anthony sat beside her, waiting for an update on her statement.

He slept as a result of the exhausting events. His eyes blinked open, sleepily. His vision was blurred, and he was on the verge of losing consciousness.

After a few seconds, his eyes adjusted to the bright sunlight. Bella was still sound asleep.

He placed his hand on her stomach.

He was still staring at her abdomen, and he softly caressed her.

His eyes widened, and his breath caught in his throat.

There. It happened once more.

The first time was so light that he didn't even notice it. But it was more difficult this time.

When he felt his hand, it had moved.

Was that...?

His face was only inches away from her stomach as he leaned in closer. He sat and waited.

It happened again when he felt it. The babies kicked pretty hard for as second he 3wd worried.

He flinched and quickly drew away.

Twins were kicking.

Megan returned five hours later, in the afternoon.

"You can take her home she is out of danger. She is simply sleeping. We'll keep an eye on her.

X-X

Bella was returned to the mansion and was sleeping in her bedroom.

Elizabeth was having fun with Sophie when she noticed Bella. She gave her great granddaughter to Era, who was there for Sophie because Elijah had been gone since the previous night.

Elizabeth returned to Anthony and Bella.

"My babies are fine, and they're kicking hard," he tells Elizabeth.

"They kick hard," Anthony said quietly.

"Harder was your nickname. When Irene was pregnant, you literally never let her sleep." Elizabeth smiled as she remembered Anthony fondly. She couldn't believe he was about to become a father.

Anthony couldn't get enough of the sensation.

He caressed the spot where the baby had just kicked without thinking.

"You've finally decided to make sure you tell daddy that you're all right. "Huh," Anthony said quietly.

He stared in awe at her stomach after another slight movement. He was completely captivated.

Bella's eyes were looking at him before he knew it.

She was wide awake.

His blue eyes were met by beautiful brown eyes.

He returned his gaze, trying to catch his breath.

He'd wanted to look into those eyes for so long. And he was now.

He sat up, leaning forward into her, and his lips wobbled into a small smile.

Her eyes were a gleaming honey brown. They glistened brighter in the early morning light.

As she blinked sleepily at him, her golden hair was strewn across the pillows.

"Please, Bella, say something."

She didn't even make a sound.

How long had she been awake? Was he distracted by the presence of his twins?

However, she did not respond to him.

He took her hand in his and began talking. He went on for hours.

Even though it was evening, Bella had yet to say anything.

He remained by her side, clutching her to his chest, caressing her and hoping she'd say something.

He only saw Megan when he went to take a shower and freshen up. He hadn't eaten anything.

Megan offered to look after her while he rested, but he pushed everyone away.

He sat and waited... But she was like a zombie, living and eating but not recognising anyone.

X-X

Silas and Anna were together because he never left her sight. He informed William of her pregnancy. William was overjoyed.

"Anna!! You're about to become a mother. My little girl." William smiled and kissed her on the cheek.

"Finally, I'll have my personal kid who will follow my orders and do my work," she exclaimed, her eyes twinkling.

When William and Silas realised Anna wasn't joking, they both felt awkward.

"Oh, babe! Having a baby implies that we should love and care for him, as well as be good parents to him." Silas attempted to explain.

"I understand, but they must listen to me. Right, I'm their mother." He nodded, acknowledging that she was correct. Anna turns to face William.

"What?" William was concerned about his grandchildren's safety.

"Dad!! When I was naughty and out of control, you and Mom used to whoop my a$$. I can do the same thing." She was ecstatic.

"You will lend us in jail. Anna." Silas was terrified at the prospect of hitting his own child. He wanted to love.

"Oh, you're such a softie. This is how I was raised, and this is how we should raise our children "She was adamant.

"No, baby. I implore you." Silas was on the verge of crying. He noticed Anna laughing and ruffling his hair.

"I was joking about the items. I'll raise my child to be a brave girl or boy "She kissed him on the lips.

"You weren't joking." William fixed his gaze on her. He was very familiar with his daughter. Silas was duped by her love. The poor kid. Still in love with his cunning daughter. He truly adores him.

He should marry them after they are healthy and happy.

X-X

It's been two weeks now. Bella didn't recognise anyone, but she was still able to function.

Anthony refused to attend work or meetings. Robert and Bruce were inspecting the company.

Nobody was bothering him.

Even though he felt like he was breaking and being slowly cut from the inside, he hoped she would recover and be fine.

Because Bella is always present. He will never give up hope.

It was late in the afternoon when Robert called to tell him that he needed to look for this deal from home. He was charging his laptop because he started this deal six months ago and final approval was also required from him.

He rubbed his hand over Bella's stomach mindlessly.

He noticed her slowly stirring as he looked down at her sleeping form. Her brow furrowed and her lips twitched.

He sat down to see if his laptop was fully charged and noticed Bella sitting on the bed next to him. He gave her a warm smile.

He kissed her on the cheek, but she didn't respond.

"Bells! I'll be back in five minutes." He was about to take his laptop when he heard a plastic ruffling voice.

He froze when he looked up. Not at all.

He blinked, but he knew it was true. Bella was munching on a chocolate bar. She pulled it from her hidden stack.

She forget everything but didn't about her hidden stack.

"Bella?" He shamed her shoulder, but she didn't say anything. He had a flash of inspiration.

He dashed downstairs and into the kitchen, where he spent half an hour before returning with her favourite Chocolate lave cake. It was a setback in their relationship.

He took very little but placed it on a platter and fed her with a spoon.

He was about to take another bite when she said.

"Anthony."

He was frozen in place.

"What exactly did you say?"

"Anthony," she said again. He placed the cake on the table and wrapped his arms around her. But making sure her children were safe. He became aware of her fidgeting in his arms. He was pushed back by her.

She turned down his hug?

He was terrified, but then he realised why she was pushing him. She reached for the cake, smiling as she ate it with delight expressions.

Jealousy overtook Anthony.

"You fucking useless cake, shit." He tried, but cake got all of her smiles and attention, but he wasn't going to be jealous because this stupid cake helps him.

Baby! I'll be right back in five minutes." He grabbed the laptop and went to the next room to finalise the deal. He was well aware that this transaction was critical to the company's bottom line. He can't ignore his responsibilities as CEO as well.

When he heard the screaming, he didn't realise what was going on.

But he knew this scream belong to Bella.

He concluded the meeting. And dashed to see what had happened. He opened the bedroom door and saw her sitting on the ground, as well as his paintings, diary , and letters.

"Tony," she said, looking at him.

"Bella?" He was terrified that it was all a dream. But she dashed over and hugged him back.

"Bella," he embraced her tightly. As he hugged her close, she wrapped her legs around him. squeezing her.

"How did you come back?" he inquired.

"I felt like I was trapped in a white room, but I could hear you." And then I got a taste of chocolate cake. And then I opened my eyes to find myself in the ground and here." She paused abruptly and made a painful expression.

"Are you in pain?" "I'm calling the doctor's team right now," he said quickly.

"No! "I just felt a kick and it's painful, trust me," she explained.

"You can tell they are truly my children. "Strong and fearless," he said as he kissed her nose.

"Welcome back, baby," he can finally breathe a sigh of relief.

"I'm delighted to be here. Congratulations, Daddy." She kissed him on the lips.

"You, too, mommy," he returned her kiss.

Anthony tucked her into bed. In the midst of the chaos, he didn't notice his shirt was unbuttoned and ruffled.

He noticed Bella staring at him haughtily. He smirked; nothing had changed; she was still the same rule-breaker who was unsuitable for a lady.

"Would you like some?" he asked, pointing to his body.

"Perhaps after the babies are born," she winked back. Anthony gave her a friendly smile.

"Oh my goodness! My children's mother is very bad." He moved his head. Bella took a step forward and placed her hand on his chest.

"You know what I and the babies will have in common? What do you think? "She inquired of him.

Anthony was perplexed. What?

"You are not only my twins, but also my Daddy.. Right daddy?," she said as she leaned in closer.

"What?" he was taken aback by her attempts to seduce him while she was pregnant and barely able to stand.

"Daddy what's wrong?" She whispered into his ears and kisses his earlobe, slightly biting it.

Damn! He was mistaken. She had him completely captivated. He immediately rants about needing a cold shower. He is not allowed to touch her for the next two months because she is pregnant.

This will be torturous for him.

X-X

Elijah was playing with Sophie when his thoughts returned to the day he went looking for Sophia's location , but something unusual happened. Those tribal people chased him that day.

The tribe controlled the area. He went to the village, and the people told him that there had been a girl who was nearly dead here three years ago, but the tribal people had taken her body.

Elijah returned before he could go into more detail.

"Sophie will be staying with Grandma. I'll be right back."

He returned to that location. He was walking near the forest area in the evening. He couldn't believe his eyes when he saw something. But as he followed the person, he became aware of the tribalism's boundaries.

He didn't drive cars or follow the person. He came to a halt when he realised he was in the middle of a tribal village. He wasn't sure if they were aware of the situation.

Suddenly, he was surrounded by those people when an elderly lady approached, grabbed his arm, and led him to a hut.

He can sense the sacredness of the place where they placed the flag and stone.

As he walked, he noticed two young women.

"Hello there,"