CHAPTER NINE: The Plot

ALEX'S POV

I watch Ariel falling down the stairs, and after she lands, I quickly rush to her. Concern written all over my face, as I’m really scared of losing her right now. Well, I need to fake my emotions and pretend to be crying, but I already know she wouldn't die from the fall, just a small injury. I carry her up and quickly rush her to the hospital while everyone asks me what happened, but I have no time to explain anything to them; I need to save my wife.

After taking her to the hospital, the doctor begins the treatment while we all wait outside with my head bow down.

“Alex, what exactly happened?” Mom asks me, and I gently raise my head up and give a death stare at Vivian.

“She did it,” I accuse, still fixing my gaze on her. “I saw the two of them arguing about something, so I was about to interfere when she pushed her off the stairs. I tried to save her, but I wasn't able to; she’s already rolling down the stairs before I reached her.” I add, as the whole family turns to Vivia