Judy
One Week Ago
As soon as Livy confirmed that it was really Sophia I saw that day at the market, things slowly began to fall into place.
Until a week ago I believed my Sophia was dead, but that turned out to be false. So what really happened that night? Why is there an evidence implicating Livy in that incident roaming about?
Whatever went down that evening, I need to get to the bottom of it fast before more damages are done.
Livy can be very naive and oblivious to pending threats or dangers. Which is why I have to protect her in anyway I can, in case Sophia decides to do something cynical with those photographs of Livy when or if she eventually gets her hands on them.
These was my intention, but I had no plans in place of how to achieve it before I receive a nerve-wrecking call from Markian.
Yes- Markian.
I’ve thought about him too during this time, and I wondered what his reaction would be like if he finds out. What would he do when he finds out his beloved Sophia is still alive?
“Hello Markian, it’s been a while. I hope all is well?” I asked nervously.
“Not at all, Mrs Luthel. I’m afraid I’ve got some chilling news that would change our lives forever,” he stated straight away.
I’ve always admired that straightforwardness of his, but this time it got me a bit rattled. This can’t be good.
“You found out, didn’t you? That Sophia is alive” I questioned sadly.
It’s no denying that Sophia wasn’t a good wife to Markian when they were both married, but he loved her so much so he was willing to overlook all her shortcomings. Which is why i’m a bit anxious and worried about Olivia place in Markian’s life now her sister is back.
I’m afraid of what would happen to Olivia if Markian were to choose Sophia. I don’t think she’ll ever be able to regain from such heartbreak, and it would all be because of my negligence.
“Yes… Yes, I found out she’s still alive- but that’s not all I found. Mrs Luthel, before I tell you all I’ve discovered about Sophia, I need you to promise me that no matter what, you’ll help me find a way to protect Olivia,” he requested earnestly.
I was shocked. He wants to protect Olivia? Does this mean he has made his choice, and he chose Olivia? I couldn’t tell if I was grateful, proud or relieved. Maybe it’s all of it.
“I promise. Whatever makes you think Olivia’s life is in danger, I’ll help you find a way to protect her.” I assured sternly.
With a sigh of slight relief, he told me everything he had just found out from that Carlos Guillian kid. He told me about Livy’s pregnancy and the role Sophia and Carlos played in straining her mental and physical health for the past 5months.
I was shocked to my core at the reality of the kind of person my Sophia had turned out to be. I tried to wrap my head around the fact that ever since my girls were little, I’ve always protected Sophia more hoping she doesn’t feel lack of my attention or motherly affection. So, when did all these happen?
“Mrs Luthel, I’m afraid Olivia might chose to protect Sophia and get hurt while doing so. Please, I need your help in finding out exactly how Sophia was able to pull off faking her own death. Once she sees me, I know it won’t be long before she approaches me with her demand. And even though I’m not certain what she’ll ask for, I know she’ll try to blackmail me with something that would either threaten my marriage or Olivia’s wellbeing.” He stated to my dismay.
Of course she will. If everything Carlos Guillian had told Markian is for sure the truth- and Sophia have been with him for the past 6months, that means she has access to that photo of Livy on the night of the accident.
“Don’t worry Markian, I’ll do everthing in my power to make sure that Sophia doesn’t cause more harm to your family or do something stupid she’ll regret.” I assured confidently.
This is all my fault in the first place, I took lightly the situation at hand at that time. If I had been more attentive, I would have been able to pick up on the little signs.
Why did Sophia need to go through all these stress? Why is she after her sister who have done nothing but love her all their lives?
If I don’t find a way to stop her soon- with the undeniable photo evidence she has, Olivia might just end up behind bars. But I won’t let that happen, not on my watch.
“Thank you, Mrs Luthel. Even though I had told you never to meddle in our lives again, you’re still willing to help. I will never forget such kindness even if I’ll never be able to repay you.” Markian confessed honestly before ending the call.
I didn’t even get the chance to reply and let him know just how proud I was of him. If one good thing came out of all of these, it should be the fact that Markian and Livy found each other in the end. I should be the one thanking Markian for being so considerate and loving towards my poor Olivia.
I had feared the worst for her sake when I got his call earlier, but it’s so nice to know that they both share a deeper relationship now than they did when they had no choice but to get married to each other.
I immediately called in my secretary- Stacy, to cancel all of my works and meetings for the next few days while I’ll be busy with finding out exactly what happened the evening of Sophia’s supposed accident.
The next day, I set out to find out the truth. The first place I went was the hospital that handled the forensic analysis of Sophia’s body 6months ago.
I put a call through to the Head of Directors of the hospital to let him know I was visiting. So, when I arrived, I was given access to the labs as well as documents on my daughter’s corpse.
Since the hair, toenails and fingernails of the body was completely burned, I hadn’t requested for further DNA test. So, I had only used the fingerprint identification which was of course fabricated to appear as Sophia’s.
“… although, I did find something strange. The reason for the hair and nails loss might not have been due to the fire. But, when you asked for no further test to be done, I couldn’t confirm my theory.” Dr Blake stated, gaining my full attention.
“What do you mean by that exactly, Dr Blake?” I asked impatiently.
“From my personal observation, it seemed that the body was already missing those properties before the fire.” he plainly replied.
“So, what you’re trying to say is that the body was already dead and missing its hair and nails before the fire?” I asked again for clarity.
“Exactly ma’am. Your daughter was long dead before her body was burned.” he replied sympathetically.
Oh, if only he knew that Sophia was still alive, scheming for her sister’s downfall.
“Thank you for your help doctor, I’m very grateful.” I stated politely before leaving the hospital.
It doesn’t seem like finding out how Sophia plotted her death was going to be easy.
As I entered the car and my driver took me out of the hospital driveway, I thought long and hard how Sophia could have possibly pull all of this off- unless she didn’t do it alone.
It couldn’t have been Carlos, at that time he was on the run from the Feds and wouldn’t risk being seen in public. So, she must have had help from someone else- maybe someone so desperate to get her out of the way, and hates the fact that I still had my claws on the company they wished was only theirs.
But I won’t stop- not until if find out who the anonymous person is, and how they were able to pull off a fake accident and set up Olivia while doing so. I have someone in mind, but I’ll have to set a trap they will surely fall for in order to be a hundred percent sure.
I searched every hospital and morgues in all of Minneapolis, records of missing dead persons that their owners were yet claim from the morgues- but nothing.
There was only one hospital left, but the moment I put a call to the Head of Directors of the hospital, I was immediately denied access into the hospital for some unknown reason.