Opening video - 'Who Do We Think We Are' by John Legend

'Naughty Girls Need Love Too' by Samantha Fox

Bliss' POV

"Ever since Shane told me the truth of what happened, I couldn't wait to face the three of you. And, Grayson will get it too. Milena, you're up first. You have been causing me pain since that business trip we attended in Miami. Hmm, and as I remember it, you tripped me and broke my ankle. Isn't that correct, Shane?"

I looked at him, and he had a cold, sinister grin. "Yes, she did. What should we do with Milena?"

Now I had the same sinister, cold grin on my face. "Break her ankles and make sure she never bothers us again! Oh, and make sure she tells no one about what happened. If Milena does open her mouth, she will get the same fate as Mikayla and Judy Landes."

"You heard the lady," Shane told his bodyguards or whatever they were.

"With pleasure, Ms. Sanders."

They dragged her out of the room, and she screamed, "You people are sick and will pay for this!!"

I yelled back, "I already paid for it! Now it is your turn! You all had no problem blackmailing Shane and killing my sister. So, shut up!"

"Mikayla, now it is your turn. Since you like wishing death on people, how about your wish come true? You are next when those two guys come back after dealing with Milena! And, since you will never see the light of another day, you will sign everything you own over to me. No, not everything. Leave something for your family's emotional pain. So, do whatever you need to do for that to happen. You will not bother me anymore."

"We could have been friends, but you just had to show your face at my engagement party, berate me every opportunity you had, and the ultimate insult was wishing death for me. You chose your path and are going to pay for it."

"You're crazy if you think I am doing that!"

"No, you are going to do it! My mother-in-law will ram strawberries down your throat. My father-in-law just bought a fresh batch. Try me!"

"No! No more strawberries! I'll do it!"

Shane massaged my back and shoulders. "The queen has spoken. I better not ever cross you."

"Better not. But you are about to be in trouble if you don't kiss me already. You didn't kiss me at all last night."

"Yes, ma'am." Shane turned me around and picked me up. I wrapped my arms and legs around him, and we made out right in front of everyone in the room.

"Mikayla or Judy, I will cut your tongue out of your mouth if you say one thing. You thought it was okay to mess with their relationship and kill Jessica. Well, guess what? Neither one of you will mess with Bliss and Shane again," we heard mom say in the background.

My mouth was getting tired, so I pulled back. "Now, that is what I missed the most. To be continued later." Shane put me down, and we both straightened out our outfits.

"Now, where was I? Oh yeah. Mikayla was signing over her things to me. Mikayla needs a phone and paper. Shane, it will look suspicious if we take care of Mikayla immediately. Lock her up somewhere."

"She can stay in this room until you are ready for her."

"Okay." Dad Brently returned with a phone and some paper and then handed it to Mikayla. I started tapping my foot because Mikayla kept trying to stall.

"Stop playing and make the call to your lawyer! And you better tell him we are best friends! Also, put him on speaker, so I know you aren't tricking me!"

She dialed a number quickly and talked to her lawyer. I wanted to hear every word she said because strawberries are going down her throat if she said one word wrong. Mikayla thinks I am playing. Mom stood right in front of her with the container of strawberries. I have had enough of people hurting me!

"Shane, I need a chair. My legs are starting to bother me. And some water please?"

"Sure. I'll be right back." Shane left the room for about five minutes, then returned with a chair and water.

"Thank you, Lover Boy."

I overheard Mikayla tell her lawyer to change her bank accounts over to me. The lawyer was shocked because one of them was her main account. Goodness, how much does she have in there if he is so shocked? Mikayla must have quite a bit because she is a supermodel. Ryan did say Mikayla leeched money from men. Well, she was a supermodel. She wrote something on the notepad after finishing her phone call. "I hope you're happy!"

"Holy Moly!" Mom said as she passed me the notepad.

Shane and I looked at the notepad. We both started choking. I drank some of the water and gave him the rest.

"Oh, I am thrilled! I will have close to $1 billion reasons to be happy. Thank you for your contribution. Now, as for you, Judy." I got up and walked over to her, and smacked her.

"Why did you have my sister murdered?! She never did anything to you! Do you have any idea what you did to my family?!"

"I don't care about you or your family! I wanted you out of my family! Shane deserves better than you!" This time mom smacked her!!

"Why, because I am black?! You should have checked your ancestry because I am sure you have some African American heritage in it. Get this through your thick, racist skull - Shane Carson Landes is mine! He will always be mine. Even when I die, Shane will still be mine. He is forbidden to marry anyone after I die, just as I am forbidden to marry after he dies! Just like Mikayla, you won't live to see another day!"

"Your own daughter is disgusted by you! Elizabeth is the one that called me and told me that you had Jessica killed and was behind the blackmailing! You're going to pay dearly for what you did. And guess what? Your brother, meaning my father, agrees. I can have a relationship with whoever the heck I want! Bliss is who I want and will have. Too bad you won't be around to see it."

Shane picked me up again, and we gave them another show. Shane sat me down on the table, and his hands started roaming everywhere. And I mean everywhere.

"Calm down, Lover Boy. I need to breathe." We need to get married fast. "I want her punishment to be over as fast as it happened to Jessica. So, get rid of her before Mikayla."

"It shall be done. As soon as the guys come back, Judy will be gone."

"Can we go upstairs now? I need to get away from them before I start crying again."

"Of course." Shane helped me off the table, then carried me upstairs to the living room. I cried anyway because I missed Jessica.

Shane just held me in his arms and let me cry. "Let it out. I am here for you now. Everything will be okay. I promise you."

Shane's POV

Bliss cried so much that she fell asleep. So, I carried her upstairs to the bedroom, placed her on the bed, and pulled the cover over her. I know this is also hard on my father, so I went to check on him.

My parents were sitting in the living room. "Dad, are you okay?"

"I never knew that Judy was so racist until your engagement party. And, to know she was behind the blackmailing and Jessica dying hurts me, your Nana, and Grampa. Shane, Judy has to pay for what she did. And I want to be there to see it. I am 100% behind Bliss."

"I am too, Shane. Bliss needs all of us to be there for her. She lost her grandmother and Jessica in a span of 8 months. I don't want you to be mad, but I sincerely thought Grayson was sweet, and I know that he loved Bliss because he told me. Bliss doesn't deserve any of what she went through. Grayson stayed with Bliss every day while she was in the hospital. We had to force him to Bliss's penthouse to get some rest. And we still need to find out who put seafood in what she ate before the fashion show," mum says.

"I'm not mad because I know. Grayson may be a weasel and a coward, but he would never hurt Bliss like Alexander or Chase. I have a feeling Alexander gave Bliss seafood at the fashion show. Grayson even believes it is Alexander. Not many know that Bliss is severely allergic to seafood. And I say it is Alexander because he knew from when we went to Florida for the conference. I will ask Bliss if she wants to move away from New York. It has been nothing but hurtful for her. I will leave the building in Long Island there but have a smaller building built wherever we move to."

"I would miss you both so much, but I agree. I'll go fix lunch for everyone." Mum got up to go to the kitchen.

"I'm going to check on Bliss." After making it up to the top of the staircase, I heard her scream. So, I ran into the room. Bliss was still asleep but tossing and turning. I laid down with her and pulled her closer to me. She seemed calmer, so we both fell asleep.

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I woke up and noticed it was close to 5:00 pm. Bliss was still asleep, but this time she was giggling and mumbling,

"Stop it, Shane. Not there. Right there, on the couch. Yes! That is the spot."

Then, she started screaming, but not from a nightmare. Bliss had another sex dream. Her hands began roaming, and I couldn't move. Bliss is about to have me moaning and tempted to make her dream come true.

My phone rang, waking us up. It was a text saying Milena was taken care of. My goons asked who was next. I told the guys to take a break, and we will see them on the weekend.

"Did you have a good nap?" I tried not to laugh but couldn't.

"What's so funny?"

"You had a sex dream, and I heard it all. And, it is not the first time."

"As long as it was a dream. What do you mean it is not the first time?"

"It happened in Miami." We switched places so that I was hovering over Bliss. "You screamed and moaned, calling me your 'Daddy.' Sweetie, I can make your dreams come true. You're a virgin, and I haven't had sex in a mighty long time."

"You will continue to wait until we are married. I always vowed to wait, and I am keeping that promise. We can make out for now. How about planning our wedding for December of this year? We lost almost a year of our relationship. I still want to get married in Barbados. If we can't get married in December, then let's make it April."

"Let's see if December is available at several resorts." I got up to grab my laptop from my room.

When I came back, I brought up the idea of moving.

"What are your thoughts on moving from New York?"

"I have been thinking about it a lot. New York is a nightmare for me. I would love to move to Miami with Kam and Cris. That way, I would already know someone. What about your company?"

"I'm going to keep the Long Island building. I can find space in Miami for another location. I will work from home until the building is completed. How about taking a trip to Miami to house hunt?"

"You would do that for me?"

"I just got you back. I'm never losing you again. What date for December?"

We looked at every weekend in December for every resort in Barbados, but they were all booked. I had a feeling.

"Let's check out April. Shane, let me pay for part of the wedding. That money from Alexander has grown significantly. I haven't touched the money from the vacation properties. Those properties have been booked solid every weekend. Plus, I have the money from Mikayla's accounts, which will be mine too. Let's get enough rooms ahead of time."

"The Jade Palms Resort has plenty of rooms for April 3rd, 10th, and 17th. Which weekend would you like?"

"April 3rd is okay. And we don't need a wedding coordinator. We have Adrian. She probably still has her planner from last year."

"That's true. I probably overbooked, but we have plenty of rooms for everyone we invite. April 3rd it is. I also told the guys we would deal with my aunt over the weekend. Mikayla can wait a little bit."

"That's fine because I want to spend time with Nana and Grampa. Let's go tell mom and dad the great news. But first, I need a shower."

******

After my shower and getting dressed, I grabbed my laptop, and we went to find my parents. They were in the kitchen.

"Mum and dad, Bliss, and I have great news."

"Shane and I are getting married on April 3rd, 2021. We tried for December again, but no resort rooms were available."

Mum screamed, "YES!!! I still have the planner from last year. And I will schedule dress shopping for everyone. I'm so excited!"

"We also decided to move to Miami. We are going to Miami soon to house hunt. I will work from home until we find office space. Neither one of us feel New York is safe for Bliss anymore."

"That is understandable. We will definitely miss you. Let's go out to celebrate," My father suggests.

"I'll go grab my purse and meet everyone in the foyer. I will need my crutches too."

"I will go get them for you." After grabbing Bliss's crutches and bag, I went downstairs, and we left the house to celebrate.

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Saturday, July 18th, 2020

Bliss' POV

Adrian was a little too excited. Today is Judy Landes' last day on Earth. Elizabeth and I had a heart-to-heart conversation. She apologized, and I accepted. I know it was tough for her to rat out her mom. I thanked her for coming forth.

Elizabeth is planning to move to the U.S. with us. Well, not in the same house. And Shane will help her find a place to live and employment at his company.

"Darling, are you ready?" Shane asked me while massaging my back.

"I'm not. I want to return to the United States to get our future started in Miami. I just want everything back - our time, the wedding, Jessica, and my grandma. So, can we get this over with?"

Dad Brently grabbed my forearm crutches, then helped me out of my chair. Judy was already outside.

Judy was tied up in a cafe-style chair. She is going to get the same treatment she gave to Jessica.

"Goodbye, mum," Elizabeth said in a cold tone.

"Here lies Judith Anne Landes-Johnston," Mom says, then pretends she pulled a trigger. Dad didn't say one word. Shane didn't either.

I couldn't stand the sight of her face. "Do it." Shane motioned for two guys to run by Judy. I closed my eyes and buried my face in Shane's chest as they shot her several times. I heard a thud, indicating that she was gone.

"She's gone, love. Let's go back inside. Our flight to Miami leaves in the morning." Shane carried me back inside the house and upstairs. I cried myself to sleep.

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Sunday, July 19th, 2020

Shane's POV

My father was hurt by what happened yesterday - not hurt by what happened to Judy, but by Judy's actions. I told my parents to take some time off.

Elizabeth told me what kind of apartment she was looking for. But she wants to live in New York. I told Elizabeth that she could live in my penthouse. And, gulp, I even gave her the keys to my Navigator.

"Shane, that was sweet of you to give Elizabeth your Navigator. How about letting me buy you a new one? You better not protest, or I will punish you. I want one for myself."

"Yes, ma'am, Ms. Sanders."

"Wrong! It is Mrs. Landes. Get used to it, mister."

"I love the bossy Bliss. Do you want to immediately move to Miami when we find a house?"

"Immediately, yes, I do. Mason is retiring from being my bodyguard when he and Andrea get married."

"Okay. I reserved a suite for a couple of weeks. Once we find our house, we may need to go shopping. We can also look for office space once we are settled. Cris is going to meet us at the airport."

"Sounds like a plan." Bliss started running her hands up and down my chest. Something is up.

"Uh, Shane, I know how to draw Grayson out of hiding. But I need you not to get mad. Promise?"

"Too late. I am already mad."

"Let me try what I am about to say. I know Grayson still wants me, correct?"

My jaws were clenched because I knew what Bliss was about to say. "Yes, he does."

"Please, let me use that to get him to Miami. I want to know what his part was in that scheme."

"I trust you, not him. I don't like it at all, but I want answers too. Fine, but DO NOT make out or do anything else with him. Do I make myself clear?"

"Very clear." I felt her hands going under my shirt this time. "Yes, Daddy Shane."

The next thing I knew, my chair went back, and Bliss sat in my lap. We need to get married and soon.

"Bliss and Shane, we are close to landing. You know the drill," Marsha said over the loudspeaker.

I didn't even get a kiss. As soon as we buckled up, Jimmy and Marsha landed the plane. We saw a white Escalade pull up to the plane. Cris stepped out, and a highly upset Kam stepped out. Uh-oh.

"Shane Carson Landes, get off that plane!!"

Bliss was laughing hard. "I see nothing funny." I grabbed our bags and Bliss's crutches. Then we walked off the plane.

"Shane Landes, why are you and Bliss staying at a resort?! You can stay with us. And it is good to have you back with us. We all missed you," Kam says as she walks over to hug me.

"I missed everyone too. Thanks for coming to pick us up."

"You're welcome, Shane. Let's get you home. Your room is on the first floor. We have food ready for you and Bliss. We insist," Cris said as we got in Kam's truck.

"Thank you, Cris and Kam."

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Marco and the kids were standing in the driveway as Kam parked her Escalade. As soon as we got out,

"Uncle Shane and Aunt Bliss!!" Rocco ran to Bliss. And, Día jumped up in my arms.

"We missed you, Uncle Shane!"

"I missed you too, Princess." I saw Isabella walking over. I missed this feeling so much. Then, I felt someone tugging on my pants.

"Shane, the little guy, tugging on your pants is Devin." Día started wiggling, so I put her down.

Surprisingly, Devin let me pick him up. "It's nice to meet you, Devin." We traded high fives.

"Bliss, we are going to have so much fun now that you are moving to Miami."

"We sure are."

Cris and I looked at each other, sighed, and simultaneously said, "Uh-oh."

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Narrator's POV

Cris helped Shane and Bliss with their house search. It didn't take them long to find one. Within one week, Shane and Bliss bought their forever home. Within another week, they immediately moved in.

Bliss and Shane didn't have to do any renovations because they loved the decor. They did, however, go shopping for kitchen items, etc. Shane let Bliss pick out whatever she wanted. But Bliss made sure that Shane liked what she chose.

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Friday, July 31st, 2020

Bliss' POV

Welcome to our new Miami home - Casa Landes.

Our house is huge!! It is three times larger than my New York house, which was almost 5,000 square feet. Shane even let me pay for half of it. I have Mikayla to thank for her generous donation.

There is also a pier for a boat. I have no desire for one, but Shane wants to get one in the future.

Our bedroom is huge, with an amazing view of the ocean!

We have plenty of room for guests, as well as our kids, when we have them. The basement floor is like a rancher house - humongous! And we didn't have to remodel anything. It was brand-new, fresh on the market. Once again, Shane's real estate agent came through.

Kam and Cris' house is just a short distance from us.

Now that we have our house, it is time to reel in Grayson. I still have Grayson's number, but after tomorrow it will disappear. I can't believe we dated, kissed, and made out with each other. We need answers.

"Before I make this call, do not make any noises, or else Grayson will know you are near me, Shane."

"There is no guarantee that I will be quiet."

With my hands on my hips, "Do you want answers or not?"

"Yes, I want answers."

While rolling my eyes, "Okay then, be quiet." I have something that will keep Shane quiet. I got up off the couch and sat in his lap, facing him. Shane was grinning like a fool as my left hand rubbed his abs. Then, I dialed Grayson's number and put it on speaker.

*********

Bliss: "Grayson, we need to talk. I found out the truth from a source about the blackmail scheme. But I no longer have feelings for Shane. Shane will always be a part of my past. But I want to continue our relationship. Why did you leave me hanging, saying you went to a photoshoot? You could have told me the truth."

Grayson: "Are you serious? Bliss, please don't play any jokes with me. The media will hound me if I am seen out in public. I have always wanted you since Layla's wedding. I'm sorry about the way I left. But telling someone that they are a part of a blackmail scheme is not the easiest thing to say."

Bliss: "Grayson, I am not joking. Listen, we can even go to the media to announce that we are dating again. I was upset about how you left, but now I'm not mad. I have big plans for us. I want you, Grayson Kendall. I will give you my new address and show you how much I want you. The sooner you come to Miami, the better. You will be the first one to have me."

I started gagging, but Shane had the meanest glare a man could make.

I had to make it as convincing as I could, so I took my shirt off, revealing a lacy, black push-up bra. Then, I put my phone on video mode and showed Grayson what I had on. He started choking, and Shane's eyes were a very dark shade of blue. Uh-oh, someone is feeling extra lusty.

Grayson: "What is the address?"

I gave Grayson my address and started teasing him. I blew him kisses and started moaning.

"Please get here soon, Gray Daddy. Bliss misses you so much. You've already seen my chest. Now are you ready to see the whole package? I am lonely in this big house that I bought for us. Come to Miami, now!"

Grayson: "I am on my way! I will text you my flight info. You have no idea how happy I am to hear you say that Shane is out of the picture. Be prepared for a long night by the time I reach Miami."

Grayson then hung up the phone.

*******

"Over my dead body is he touching you."

"The main thing was it worked. Grayson was definitely convinced."

"What's up with that 'Gray Daddy' garbage? There is only one in this house, and his name is Shane Landes."

Shane was mad, so I tried to calm him down.

I gave him the sexy, puppy dog eyes, if that is even a thing. "Daddy Shane, I have been a very naughty girl lately."

"Oh really? Well, 'naughty girl,' you need to be punished. Hang on tight because we are going for a walk."

I wrapped my arms and legs tight around Shane.

"You're one seriously strong man. Works for me." Then, off we went.

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(One of Bliss and Shane's living rooms)

Saturday, August 1st, 2020

Grayson texted me last night that his flight was arriving at noon. I told him I would send a limo to pick him up.

Shane and I are eating breakfast now.

We seriously need to get married. Shane and I came close to intimacy again. I have to keep my promise.

"I'm bored. What are we going to do until Grayson gets here?"

Shane looked up from his plate and smirked. I tried to get away from the table. "N-never mind. I'll call Kam."

I was able to get up, but not far.

Shane grabbed my waist and said, "How about a dip in the pool, 'Naughty Girl?'"

Then, he picked me up and walked outside to the pool.

"Aww, man, I'm going to have to take another shower!"

Shane climbed onto the diving board, then jumped in the pool.

"How about you and I...."

"How about no?" I tried to swim away but didn't make it.

Shane grabbed me and held me hostage. Then, he started planting kisses all over my neck.

"Shane, don't give me any hickies. Grayson will be suspicious. What time is it anyway?"

"We have plenty of time if we use it wisely."

"Oh, what the heck?"

~~~~~~~

By the time we finished in the pool, Grayson had called my phone and left a message saying his plane was about to land. I ran upstairs to take a shower and change. Shane then took his shower and changed.

Then, we went downstairs and waited for Grayson.

"Shane, let him get in the house first before you manhandle him. We need answers, remember?"

He started pounding his fists together. "No guarantee. I don't want him touching you at all."

"I have to drag him into the living room so you can tie him up in the chair. Now, go hide in the kitchen."

Shane turned around and walked towards the kitchen, but not before I patted his butt.

After a few minutes, I heard a knock on the door. "It's showtime."

I opened the door, and Grayson dropped his bags.

"You have no idea how happy I was to hear your voice last night."

Grayson grabbed me and twirled me around in the air. I could hear Shane breaking stuff.

"What is that noise?"

"That is my cats, Precious and Raven. Loosen the grip, Grayson."

"Sorry."

Shane was breaking more stuff in the kitchen. I grabbed Grayson's hands, led him to the living room recliner, and plopped him down in the chair. Then, I pulled my shirt off, revealing a white, lacy bra. Grayson is horny, as I don't know what. His eyes lit up like a fire, and his 'Jr' was excited.

"Those cats of mine sure are noisy. Close your eyes first."

As soon as Grayson closed his eyes, Shane walked out with rope to tie Grayson up.

"Ouch! A little too tight, but I see you like it kinky."

"Grayson, honey, I am about to make your mind blown. Open your eyes so the show can begin."

Shane's POV

As soon as his eyes opened, I punched him right in his mouth. "That is for touching Bliss!"

I punched him again. "That one is for your part in blackmailing me! Now, start talking!"

"What kind of stuff is this?! Why is Shane here?"

Bliss had tears streaming down her cheeks before answering, "Grayson, you have the audacity to be upset! First off, you lied to me about going to a photoshoot! Like a coward, you left me!! Grayson, everything you said to me throughout the time we were together felt real. But hearing you're a part of the blackmail scheme hurts me to the core! You broke up the best relationship I ever had because of jealousy!! I hate you for that!!"

I punched Grayson in the mouth. Bliss continued her rant.

"You disgust me! I cared so much about you because of what you did for me. You were there for me when I needed someone the most. I seriously thought we could have had a future together. Before my grandma passed away, she told me to give you a chance, and I did. At one point, Grayson, I started falling in love with you!"

I had to punch him again.

Bliss then said, "I introduced you to my family and friends. I also introduced you to Shane's family! Adrian and Shane's Nana even told me they liked you!! I even invited you to game night with Julian, Andrea, and Jessica! You even introduced me to your father! You not only hurt me, but you hurt your father and Raquel! Was my feelings just a game to you?! Did you ever care for me?! I even struggled and talked to myself about giving you my virginity! In case your not listening, I HATE YOU!!!"

Grayson was about to answer, but I cut him off.

"Don't say one word! You are just as delusional as Milena. Milena lost her mind, thinking that I wanted her. Not even in another galaxy would I want her. The only one I want is right next to me."

"I hate you for what you did to Shane and me! I want answers. Shane and I should be married with a baby on the way! And my sister is dead! You stole that time away from me!!! Are you listening to me?!!"

"That's right. Bliss Sanders was born for me only. Her body from head to toe is mine - property of Shane Landes. Now, answer my question - what was your part?!"

"Alright. Alright. Your aunt Judy persuaded Mikayla and Milena first. Then, Mikayla approached me because she knew I was attracted to Bliss. When they told me the plan was to kill Bliss, I told them I wanted a relationship with Bliss. So, after your breakup, I was supposed to swoop in and console Bliss with the intent to date her. That was it. My feelings for Bliss were real. I meant every word I said."

I grabbed him by his shirt and got in his face. "How do I know you are not lying?! And, did you have anything to do with Jessica Sanders' dying?!"

"Listen, I just said I wanted no part in killing anyone. And even if I were involved in that part of the scheme, it would have been cruel on my part to stay by Bliss's side and support her while she was mourning her sister's death. I am not that cruel to do such a thing. I lost my mother five years ago. Bliss's sister dying was on Mikayla, Judy, and Milena. I went to get breakfast for Bliss and I from the same cafe. I saw what happened to Jessica and went to the police station the same day."

"Shane, he is telling the truth about his mom. At my grandma's repast, Grayson mentioned that his mom passed away. It was the same year my parents died. And he did get us breakfast. At least he is telling the truth about that. But you are cruel because you didn't tell me you went to the police station before we went to the hospital!"

Bliss punched him in the face this time.

"My family and friends despised me! Bliss and I lost almost ten months of our relationship! I had to purposely hurt Bliss, which was the hardest thing to do! I watched her almost die from that seafood incident! I should have been the one comforting Bliss, not you! I should sue you for pain and suffering!!"

"Shane, can we just be done with this mess? I made it perfectly clear that I hate Grayson. Yes, he was a part of the scheme, but he helped me through some rough times. I don't ever want to see him again."

"You're very fortunate, Grayson. When I untie this rope, you have five seconds to get the heck out of our house and lives forever!!"

I untied the ropes. "If I EVER see you near Bliss, I will break your neck! Now, get out! The media is waiting for you outside!" I sure did call them. He grabbed his bag and left the house. I locked the door after he left.

Bliss was crying on the couch, so I sat down and hugged her. She needs it.

"Darling, we are finally free. Finally, free to move on with our lives."

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