Mall

3rd P.O.V.

Beatrix was excited to finally go home after being confined in the hospital for days. Apollo came to visit her every day, and he even brought her favorite flowers and snacks. Beatrix was grateful for his presence, and she felt a sense of comfort every time he was around.

As they left the hospital, Apollo suggested they go to the nicest restaurant in town to celebrate Beatrix's homecoming. Beatrix was hesitant at first, feeling that they didn't need to spend so much money, but Apollo insisted.

Once they arrived at the restaurant, Beatrix was taken aback by its grandeur. She had never been to a place like this before, and she felt a bit out of place in her casual clothes. However, Apollo reassured her that she looked beautiful and that she deserved to be treated like a queen.

They were seated in a private room with a beautiful view of the city. The table was set with the finest silverware and crystal glasses. The waiters were attentive, and the chef personally came to their table to recommend his best dishes.

Beatrix was amazed by everything, and she couldn't help but feel grateful for Apollo's generosity. As they ate, they talked about everything that had happened, and Apollo shared his plans for the future. He talked about his dreams of traveling the world with Beatrix and making new memories together.

Beatrix felt her heart swell with love and appreciation for Apollo. She knew that he had always been there for her, even during the most challenging times. She felt blessed to have such a caring and thoughtful partner.

As they finished their meal, Apollo surprised Beatrix with a beautiful necklace. Beatrix was speechless and felt tears welling up in her eyes. She hugged Apollo tightly and whispered, "Thank you for everything. I love you."

Apollo held her close and replied, "I love you too, Beatrix. I'll always take care of you, no matter what."

Beatrix felt content and safe in Apollo's embrace. She knew that everything would be okay as long as they had each other.

An intimate feeling arises.

Apollo drove back to their house.

As they lay in bed, wrapped up in each other's arms, Beatrix felt a deep sense of contentment wash over her. She knew that the events of the past few weeks had been tumultuous, but right now, at this moment, everything felt perfect.

Apollo's touch was gentle and loving, and she could feel his warmth radiating against her skin. They didn't need to say anything, because they knew that their bodies were speaking for them. Beatrix felt a sense of safety and security in his embrace, knowing that no matter what happened, he would always be there for her.

As they held each other, Beatrix realized that this was what love felt like. It wasn't just about the physical sensations, although those were certainly a part of it. It was the sense of trust and mutual understanding that they shared, the deep emotional connection that bound them together.

She didn't know what the future held, but right now, in this moment, she felt happy and content. She closed her eyes and let herself drift off to sleep, feeling grateful for the love that she had found in Apollo.

—

Apollo woke up early in the morning feeling excited for the day ahead. He had planned to take his family, Beatrix and Donny, out to the mall to spend some quality time together. As he prepared for the day, he could hear the sound of Donny's laughter and Beatrix's soothing voice as she spoke to him. It made him feel warm inside to know that he had them in his life.

As they arrived at the mall, Apollo could see the excitement on Donny's face as he looked around, taking in all the sights and sounds. Beatrix was holding his hand, guiding him through the crowds, while Apollo kept a close eye on them.

They walked around the mall, exploring the different stores, and occasionally stopping to try out some of the rides and games. Apollo was happy to see the joy in his son's eyes and the smile on his wife's face. It was moments like this that he cherished the most.

As they made their way to the food court, Apollo noticed a group of kids playing with a ball. Donny's eyes lit up as he watched them, and before Apollo knew it, his son had joined in the game. Apollo watched from afar, smiling at the sight of his little boy running around with the other kids.

Beatrix joined him, and they sat together, watching Donny play. They talked about their plans for the day and the future. Apollo shared his dreams and aspirations, and Beatrix listened attentively, offering words of encouragement and support.

As they finished their meal and prepared to leave, Apollo took Beatrix's hand and whispered into her ear, "I love you." She smiled back at him, knowing that he meant every word.

As they walked back to their car, Apollo felt grateful for the time he spent with his family. He knew that moments like this were what made life worth living. He was content and happy, knowing that he had everything he needed right there beside him.

When Apollo was about to drive his car, he noticed his phone was gone.

He had to go back inside to check for his phone. Donny was dying to come with him so Beatrix decided to just follow Apollo.

Apollo's heart skipped a beat as he saw his father, accompanied by Charis, walking towards them in the mall. He quickly turned to Beatrix, who was holding Donny's hand, and whispered, "My father is here, with Charis."

Beatrix's face contorted in anger as she saw the two approaching them. "What are they doing here?" she hissed, gripping her son's hand tightly.

"I don't know," Apollo replied, his mind racing. "But we need to find a way to catch them in their plan."

They quickly huddled together, formulating a plan to catch Charis and Apollo's father in their scheme to ruin their marriage. Beatrix suggested following them discreetly, while Apollo thought it would be better to confront them directly.

As they debated, Apollo suddenly realized that he had forgotten his phone at one of the stores in the mall. "I need to go back and get my phone," he said to Beatrix. "You and Donny stay here and keep an eye on them."

Beatrix nodded, her eyes fixed on Charis and Apollo's father, who was now seated at a nearby coffee shop. "Be careful," she warned him as he left.

Apollo rushed back to the store where he had left his phone, his mind racing with thoughts of his father's betrayal and Charis' cunning ways. He retrieved his phone and hurried back to Beatrix and Donny.

As he rejoined them, he saw that Charis and his father were leaving the mall. "Quick, follow them!" he urged Beatrix, taking her hand and leading her in the direction of their car.

They managed to follow the pair without being noticed, keeping a safe distance as they drove to a secluded area outside the city. As they parked their car, Apollo and Beatrix exchanged a nervous glance, unsure of what to expect.

"What are they doing here?" Beatrix whispered, her eyes fixed on the two figures getting out of the car.

"I don't know," Apollo replied, his hand reaching for the door handle. "But we're about to find out."

Beatrix have decided to bring Donny with them but they left Donny inside the car while waiting for Grandma to come.

—-

Apollo and Beatrix had been following Charis and Mr. Cartier for several blocks. They kept a distance, making sure they weren't spotted. But as they turned into an alleyway, the couple suddenly disappeared.

Apollo and Beatrix rushed towards the alley, trying to catch a glimpse of where they went. As they turned the corner, they found themselves in front of an old abandoned building.

Beatrix grabbed Apollo's arm, "Do you think they went in there?"

Apollo nodded, "It's the only place they could have gone."

They hesitantly walked towards the entrance of the building, pushing open the heavy metal door. The inside was dimly lit, with only a few flickering bulbs illuminating the way.

As they walked further inside, they could hear muffled voices coming from a nearby room. Apollo motioned for Beatrix to stay back as he approached the door. He pressed his ear against the cold metal, trying to hear what was being said.

"...we need to move quickly. The shipment is coming in tonight," Mr. Cartier's voice boomed through the door.

Beatrix's eyes widened in surprise, "Shipment? What are they talking about?"

Apollo shrugged, "I don't know, but we need to find out."

With a quick glance at Beatrix, Apollo pushed open the door and rushed inside. He was met with a group of men, all wearing black suits and holding guns.

Charis stood at the center of the group, a smirk on her face.

"Well, well, well, look who decided to join the party," Charis said mockingly.

Apollo stood tall, his jaw clenched tightly, "What are you doing, Charis? What is all of this?"

Charis chuckled, "Oh, Apollo. You're so naive. You really think I've been sitting around twiddling my thumbs all these years? I have a business, a very profitable business, and Mr. Cartier here is my partner."

Beatrix looked at Charis in disbelief, "What kind of business?"

Charis shrugged, "Let's just say it's not exactly legal. But it's lucrative, and it's kept me and my daughter in the lap of luxury for years."

Apollo's face twisted in anger, "You're a criminal? You've been smuggling and dealing drugs?"

Charis smirked, "Among other things, yes. And it's been very profitable. But now, you and Beatrix have stumbled upon my operation. I can't let you leave here alive."

The men cocked their guns, and Apollo and Beatrix found themselves surrounded.

In that moment, Apollo knew he had to protect his family. He lunged forward, taking out the nearest man with a swift punch. Beatrix followed suit, grabbing a nearby object and using it as a weapon.

The fight was intense, but they managed to take down the men one by one. When it was all said and done, they stood in the center of the room, breathing heavily.

Apollo turned to Charis, "You may have had money and power, Charis, but you'll never have what we have. Love, loyalty, and a clean conscience."

Charis sneered, "You can have your morals, Apollo. I'll take my money any day."

With that, she turned and disappeared through a door at the back of the room, leaving Apollo and Beatrix alone in the empty building.

They tried to open the door, but it was locked from the outside. Apollo tried to break the door, but it was too strong. They searched the building for another way out, but all the windows were boarded up.

As time passed, they started to feel hopeless. They had no food, water, or any way to contact someone for help. Beatrix felt a pang of guilt for bringing her husband into this mess. Apollo reassured her that they will find a way out.

Suddenly, they heard a noise coming from outside the building. They tried to yell for help, but their voices were weak. The noise grew louder, and they realized that it was coming from a group of people trying to break into the building.

Beatrix and Apollo felt a glimmer of hope. They started yelling for help and banging on the walls. The people outside heard them and started to break through the door. Finally, the door broke open, and they were rescued.

They were taken to the hospital to be checked for injuries. Beatrix and Apollo were relieved to be alive and safe. They hugged each other tightly, grateful for each other's company during their ordeal.

They both knew that they would never forget the fear and helplessness they felt in that abandoned building, but they were also grateful for the bravery and determination they showed to escape.

A few days after, Beatrix and Apollo have decided to leave Donny with Grandma for more days and after that, they will go back to the building that almost killed them.

Apollo held Beatrix's hand tightly as they walked towards the abandoned building. He could feel her trembling with anxiety beside him. He squeezed her hand gently to comfort her.

"It's going to be alright, Bee. We'll get through this together," he said reassuringly.

Beatrix nodded but didn't say anything. She was still feeling nervous about what they were about to do. She had never been in a situation like this before, and the thought of confronting Charis and her father made her feel sick to her stomach.

Apollo noticed her discomfort and pulled her into a hug. "I'm here for you, always," he whispered in her ear.

Beatrix felt tears welling up in her eyes. She was overwhelmed with gratitude for Apollo's support. She knew she couldn't do this without him.

"Thank you, Apollo," she said, her voice cracking with emotion.

They continued walking towards the building, and as they got closer, Beatrix's heart began to race. She took a deep breath and tightened her grip on Apollo's hand. They were in this together, and she knew they could do it.

Beatrix and Apollo froze at the sight of the brutal scene unfolding in front of them. Charis was on the ground, getting hit by Mr. Cartier, while her daughter Yuna was getting whipped by his bodyguards. The sound of the whip hitting Yuna's skin echoed through the empty street, making Beatrix and Apollo cringe in horror.

Apollo's instinct was to rush toward them and save Charis and Yuna, but Beatrix held him back. "No, we can't risk it," she whispered urgently. "We need to find another way to help them."

But as they watched, something inside Beatrix snapped. She couldn't stand there and do nothing. Without another thought, she ran towards Charis and Yuna, leaving Apollo behind.

She grabbed one of the bodyguards' arms and pulled him away from Yuna. "Stop it, stop hurting her!" she shouted. The bodyguard, surprised by Beatrix's sudden action, let go of Yuna and turned to face her.

Meanwhile, Apollo had grabbed Mr. Cartier by the collar and slammed him against a nearby wall. "What have you done to my family?" he growled, his rage blinding him to everything else.

Beatrix was dodging the other bodyguard's blows, trying to protect herself and Yuna. She felt a sharp pain in her ribs and stumbled, but managed to push Yuna behind her, shielding her from any more attacks.

Suddenly, the sound of police sirens filled the air, and the bodyguards took off running. Mr. Cartier, still held by Apollo, sneered. "You may have won this time, but I'll be back. And next time, you won't be so lucky."

With that, Mr. Cartier wrenched himself free from Apollo's grip and disappeared into the night. Beatrix and Apollo were left standing there, breathing heavily and holding onto each other, surrounded by police officers who had just arrived on the scene.

They watched Charis and Yuna being taken away in an ambulance. They had been through so much together, and they were both changed by the events of that night. But they also knew that they had each other, and they would face whatever came their way, together.

—

As Apollo and Beatrix finally arrived home, they both let out a sigh of relief. It had been a long and stressful day, and they were both in need of some comfort. They headed straight to their bedroom, closing the door behind them.

In the safety of their own home, they could finally let go of their worries and just be with each other. They held each other close, sharing gentle kisses and caresses. It was a simple yet meaningful way to show their love for each other.

As they lay in bed, wrapped in each other's arms, they both knew that no matter what happened, they had each other. They could face anything as long as they had this love, this comfort, this peace of mind. And for now, that was all that mattered.

Beatrix and Apollo were lying in bed, wrapped in each other's arms. The moonlight was streaming through the window, casting a soft glow over the room. Beatrix giggled and snuggled closer to Apollo.

"What are you laughing about?" Apollo asked, his voice laced with amusement.

"I was just thinking about how cute you look when you're all cuddly like this," Beatrix replied, tracing her fingers lightly over Apollo's chest.

Apollo grinned and pulled her closer, his arms tightening around her. "You know what's even cuter?" he said teasingly. "When you try to pretend like you don't like being cuddled."

Beatrix rolled her eyes playfully. "I never said I didn't like it," she protested, before burying her face in Apollo's chest to stifle a giggle.

Apollo chuckled and stroked her hair. "I know, I know," he said. "You just like to play hard to get."

Beatrix lifted her head and met his eyes, a mischievous glint in her own. "Who says I'm playing?" she teased.

Apollo raised an eyebrow, a smirk playing at the corner of his lips. "Oh, really?" he said, leaning in to kiss her neck. "Well, let me see if I can change your mind."

Beatrix laughed and wrapped her arms around his neck, pulling him in for a deep, passionate kiss. They continued to tease and play with each other, enjoying the comfort and closeness of their relationship.