Fireflies in Midnight Silence By Aria Bennett 12

Fireflies in Midnight Silence By Aria Bennett 12 Summary

In the hospital lobby, a sudden slap from Danna shocks everyone around, as she confronts her son Samuel with bitter accusations. She recalls the painful divorce caused by Samuel’s father’s betrayal and expresses her deep disappointment in Samuel for allegedly repeating his father’s mistakes by being unfaithful. Danna insists she raised Samuel to value loyalty, especially in marriage, and accuses him of cheating on Paula, whom he was supposed to be devoted to.

 

Samuel tries to defend himself, insisting there is nothing between him and Maureen, his secretary, and that he loves Paula. He tells his mother he has already told Maureen to leave and plans to find Paula to apologize. However, Danna remains cold and mocks him, warning that no one waits forever, and orders her bodyguards to take Samuel with her. Despite his protests, Samuel follows her as she heads to Maureen’s hospital room.

 

At Maureen’s room, they overhear her on the phone, revealing her manipulative plans. She complains that Samuel wants nothing to do with her and mentions a promise that if she helps steal company documents, she would become Mrs. Lloyd. She also claims to be carrying Samuel’s child, using this as leverage to gain control over the Lloyd Group. Samuel is stunned by her deceit and the realization that Maureen’s charm was all a facade.

 

Samuel feels a mix of anger and relief—anger at Maureen’s betrayal and relief that he never fully succumbed to her seduction, thanks to Paulette’s timely intervention. Though ready to confront Maureen, he is held back by Danna, who calmly questions his urgency. Samuel listens silently, his mind racing with disbelief and frustration at the unfolding betrayal.

 

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Chapter 12

A sharp slap resonated sharply through the quiet hospital lobby, cutting through the usual hum of footsteps and distant conversations.

Everyone nearby—doctors, nurses, patients—turned their heads in stunned surprise, eyes wide as they witnessed the unexpected outburst.

Samuel’s face was turned sideways from the impact, his expression a mixture of shock and disbelief as he stared at his mother. “Mom, what are you doing?!” he asked, his voice trembling slightly.

Danna’s eyes burned with a deep, bitter disappointment as she looked back at him. “Samuel, when you were just five years old, your father and I went through a painful divorce. I never tried to hide the truth from you—it was because your father betrayed me with his secretary.”

She took a breath, her voice heavy with resentment. “That woman kept provoking me, time and again, and your father stood by her, defending her no matter what—even to the point where he abandoned you for her.”

Her gaze hardened. “All these years, I’ve been the one to raise you alone. From the moment you were little, I taught you the importance of loyalty—in love and especially in marriage.”

“You and Paula grew up side by side. I always believed you were truly devoted to her, and that gave me peace of mind. But now… I see I was wrong. You haven’t learned anything good—you’ve only learned to cheat, just like your father!”

Samuel’s face momentarily froze, caught off guard by her harsh words. Then, awkwardly, he began to defend himself. “Mom… there’s nothing going on between Maureen and me. Paula has always been the one I love.”

He took a step forward, his voice filled with urgency. “I’ve already told Maureen to leave. I’m going to find Paula right now. I want to apologize to her properly and ask for her forgiveness.”

Danna’s eyes remained cold, but then a bitter, mocking laugh escaped her lips. Over the last six months, she had heard vague whispers about Samuel and his secretary. She had tried to stay out of their private affairs, trusting that Samuel’s love for Paula would keep things on the right path.

But now, faced with the reality, she realized how wrong she had been.

She shot him a half-smile that was more sneer than warmth. “No one waits forever, Samuel.”

Her words, heavy with implication, struck a nerve deep within him, making his heart skip a beat in alarm.

Without another word, Danna raised her hand, signaling the bodyguards. “Take him with us.”

The bodyguards immediately moved to flank Samuel, one on each side, as Danna strode purposefully toward the stairs.

Samuel frowned, pushing them off roughly. “Get lost,” he snapped, but then, ignoring their protests, he followed closely behind her.

Danna headed straight for Maureen’s hospital room. Samuel didn’t fully understand her intentions but chose not to interfere. Instead, he pleaded quietly, “Mom, whatever happened between Paula and me has nothing to do with Maureen. She’s just a secretary. Please don’t make things harder for her.”

Danna’s expression twisted into a cold, sarcastic smile. “Is that so?” she said, her tone dripping with irony.

They arrived at the door of Maureen’s hospital room. Just as Danna reached out to open it, they suddenly heard Maureen’s voice inside, speaking on the phone.

Danna immediately signaled the bodyguards to halt, and they all froze at the doorway.

Maureen’s voice was thick with frustration and calculation as she spoke. “Now Samuel wants nothing to do with me, and he thinks he can just get rid of me with a lousy house. What am I supposed to do now?”

She continued, her tone sharp and demanding. “You promised me that if I helped you steal the Lloyd Group’s cooperation documents, you’d make me Mrs. Lloyd!”

“If you don’t help me, who else will? I’m carrying your child. If I marry Samuel, this child will be the heir to the Lloyd Group. Wouldn’t that make the Lloyd Group yours, too?”

Hearing these words, Samuel’s face darkened, his jaw tightening in anger and betrayal.

Maureen had always seemed playful and charming, full of life and innocence—much like how Paulette had been in her youth. That was why he had always been lenient with her, giving her more patience than she deserved.

But now he realized the truth—Maureen had never been genuine. Every sweet word, every act of kindness, every vulnerable moment was a carefully crafted lie.

She had conspired with others to steal his company’s confidential documents and was even trying to trap him with a child that wasn’t his.

At that moment, Samuel felt a surge of relief that he had never crossed the line with Maureen. When she had tried to seduce him in the office, he had almost lost control—but Paulette’s sudden arrival had saved him from falling into Maureen’s trap.

He clenched his fists tightly, ready to burst into the room, but Danna raised her hand, signaling him to hold back. “What’s the rush?” she asked calmly.

Samuel’s face remained stormy as he listened to Maureen’s plotting, his mind racing with anger and disbelief.

Conclusion

 

The chapter closes on a tense and emotionally charged note, revealing the deep fractures within Samuel’s family and the complicated web of deceit surrounding him. Danna’s harsh confrontation exposes the lingering wounds of past betrayals, while Samuel’s struggle to defend his love for Paula and disentangle himself from Maureen’s manipulative schemes underscores his inner turmoil. The painful clash between loyalty, trust, and betrayal resonates through their interactions, highlighting the fragile nature of relationships tested by secrets and lies.

 

Amidst the storm of accusations and revelations, Samuel’s resolve begins to crystallize, even as he grapples with the shock of Maureen’s true intentions. The chapter captures a poignant moment of disillusionment and awakening, where the facade of innocence shatters and the harsh realities of ambition and deception come to light. In this silent midnight, the fireflies of hope flicker faintly, reminding us that even in the darkest moments, clarity and truth can emerge, guiding the way toward redemption and healing.

 

What to Expect in Next Chapter?

 

The next chapter promises to plunge deeper into the tangled web of deceit and betrayal that has just been unveiled. Samuel’s internal struggle will intensify as he confronts the harsh reality of Maureen’s true intentions, forcing him to question not only her loyalty but also his own judgment. The emotional stakes will rise as he grapples with the painful echoes of his mother’s accusations and the shadow of his father’s betrayal looming over his family’s legacy.

 

Meanwhile, Danna’s cold calculation and cryptic remarks hint at a larger game at play, one that might pit mother and son against each other in unexpected ways. As secrets unravel and alliances shift, the fragile bonds between the characters are set to be tested, with trust becoming an increasingly precious and elusive commodity. Readers can expect a charged atmosphere filled with tension, where every decision could have far-reaching consequences for Samuel, Maureen, and those caught in their orbit.