Lucas and Bruce came a few minutes after the chaos started . They managed to find Lucy and the kidnappers were taken to jail by the police. Such a big relief and yet I feel so sad and heartbroken that because of my carelessness, I had Thomas killed. That bullet was meant for me , he didn't deserve to die. All he ever wanted was to be my friend and keep me safe.

"Aria.."

I turn and face Brandon who is holding Lucy in his arms.

"My baby." I take her and give her a big hug. Lucy smiles at me , she's happy to see her mother after such...