Blinded Dreams

Blurb

Wynter Grizelle King, a billionaire, defies her parents' expectations and chooses to pursue her lifelong dream of becoming a veterinarian instead of inheriting the family business. Despite losing her birth mother in a tragic accident, Wynter finds love and support from her stepmother, Sabrina, who raises her alongside her half-brothers.

Even with her intelligence, Wynter falls victim to a manipulative man who only uses her for her body and abandons her when she becomes pregnant. With regrets about not heeding her parents' warnings about this man, Wynter considers aborting the child but ultimately decides to raise the baby alone.

As Wynter navigates the challenges of single motherhood, she encounters new possibilities for love and happiness. But what if the man she falls for is blind? Will she take a chance on him despite the added complications of her pregnancy and past heartbreak?

As Wynter's story unfolds, she must also confront the demons of her past, including a potential threat from a former lover with a dark agenda. Will she find the strength to forgive and move on? And ultimately, whom will she choose: the father of her child, or the man who has loved her unconditionally, especially without seeing her?

In "Blinded Dreams," love shines as the only light in the darkness, and the heart sees all. Join us on a journey of twists and turns, where the boundaries of love are limitless and a blind man's perspective offers a unique window into the story's emotional depths

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"I will give you all the happiness you deserve, and I will never let tears fall from these eyes," he said as he kissed my cheek.

"But I can't; I've been broken once, and I can't become a fool again," I murmured as I backed away from him.

If I stayed near him, I am confident I will succumb to the temptation I have been fighting since the beginning.

"Griz, I swear I will never hurt you in my life. Take as much time as you like, but don't push me away from you," he added, taking my hands in his.

"I'm not sure what to say; I'm terrified of everyone around me; what if history repeats itself?" I inquired about him.

"I understand, my Kitten," he replied as he backed away, seeming guilty and offended by my comments. "I don't want you to be stressed out by thinking about the past. Take your time, and even if you deny me, I guarantee I will understand and never cross your path again." He smiled as he opened the door.

He came to a halt and turned around. "Sorry if I scared you or made you feel uncomfortable; it was never my aim to overstep my boundaries. I know my limit and would never cross it. I was only joking, thinking we were all done with the phase. I assumed you'd trust me, and believe me, I'm not a pervert; all I did was make a friendly joke." He maintained his point of view and went away without listening to my response.

Was I correct in my judgment, or should I have trusted him with this?

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"Daddy," I was surprised to hear my son address someone as his father.

I knew who it was, but I wanted to deny it and pretend he had misunderstood me.

The optimism that had died inside reawakened, and I turned around to see if it was really him, and to my utter surprise, he was standing there with a redhead in his arms, securely holding her closer to him.

My son was going to run up to him when I stopped him and took his hand in mine.

"Cupcake, don't go there," I told him.

"But Daddy is still standing there," he grumbled.

"Please, baby, listen to Mommy because I'm going to buy that robot you've been asking for" I wanted to see his reaction. Will he recognize us, will he sense our presence, or will he deny our presence? This is why I was preventing my son from running to him.

What if he doesn't recognize him and stomps on him?

He began approaching us, and as if my concerns had come true, he went directly through us, not giving us a second glance, as if we didn't exist at all.

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1. Happy Family

Wynter's Point of view:

"Eww," I wrinkled my nose at the sight of Daddy kissing Mama Iris on the neck.

These two lovebirds can't seem to keep their hands off each other, often forgetting they have three children and engaging in public displays of affection.

Mama Iris is currently in the kitchen preparing my breakfast, with Daddy wrapping his arms around her from behind like his life depends on it. While their affection is endearing, Harris or Hunter could walk in at any moment, and I take pleasure in teasing them whenever possible.

"Princess," Daddy said, still holding onto Mama Iris. As cute as they are, he had to release her quickly when Mama Iris, feeling embarrassed, jabbed her elbow into his side as she always did.

"Ouch," Daddy grumbled, and I couldn't help but burst into laughter.

"You always take her side, don't you?" Daddy grumbled. "And why did you hit me, Sab?"

"Because you wouldn't let me go. I've reminded you countless times that the kids wander around the house, but you never listen. You even distracted me by..." she paused upon realizing I was still present.

"Whatever these two ladies like to tease me with, at least my boys will support me," Daddy declared proudly.

"They are mama's boys; they won't take your side," Mama Iris chuckled.

"Okay, you two, remember I'm still here, and I have a full day of classes ahead. I'm getting late," I remarked, feeling bored.

"Yes, sweetie, have a seat. Breakfast is ready, and we can all head out together," I suggested as I sat at the table, waiting for Mama Iris to bring our food and Dad to get ready for work.

As I poured myself a glass of water and prepared to take a sip, Harris playfully snatched the glass from me and downed the water.

"Thanks a bunch," he said with a goofy grin.

"Harris, can't you get your own water?" I exclaimed in frustration.

"Nope, I couldn't," he chuckled. "By the way, did you leave the fridge open?" he asked mischievously.

"Don't tell me you raided my ice cream stash," I accused as I stood up, and Harris mirrored my movements.

He started to back away slowly, and I knew he was guilty.

Approaching him, I said, "You did it, didn't you?" He began to run away, and I chased after him.

I might have let it slide on another occasion, but Harris tends to catch colds easily, and it's only been a few days since he recovered from the flu, so we restrict him from having cold treats. However, like everyone else in the family, he can't resist the temptation of ice cream.

"Alright, alright, I didn't touch it, just pulling your leg," he admitted with a laugh.

Just as I was about to scold him, someone tugged on my coat.

"Wyn Wyn, what's going on?" Hunter, my adorable five-year-old brother, asked in his sweet voice.

He's the darling of the family, and his cuteness surpasses anything Harris or I displayed at his age.

After Harris was born, Mama Iris faced some health challenges, and the doctors informed her that she couldn't have more children. While she was initially disappointed, she was grateful for Harris and me. Then, six years ago, this little miracle named Hunter arrived, bringing immense joy to all of us.

My five-year-old brother Hunter and I are partners in crime, and we frequently annoy Harris.

He calls me Wyn Wyn since he couldn't pronounce my name when he was small, and even though his pronunciation is pretty clear now, he is still used to it.

"Look, Hunter, Harris sneaked all our ice cream," I teased, grinning at Harris.

"When did I do that? I told you I was just kidding," Harris quickly defended himself.

Hunter wasn't going to let this slide easily. "Mamaaa!" he shouted. "Daddy!" I smirked at Harris as they both hurried away.

"You brought this upon yourself," I said, folding my arms and chuckling at him.

"What's going on, sweetheart?" Mama Iris and Daddy asked. Mama Iris, undoubtedly aware of the situation, couldn't help but worry as her motherly instincts kicked in.

"See, Mama, Harris took Wyn Wyn's and my ice cream," Hunter pointed accusingly at Harris.

"What!" Mama Iris exclaimed, giving Harris a stern look.

"Mama, I didn't. I was just teasing Wynter," Harris explained as he backed away.

"Is that so?" Mama Iris turned to me.

"Okay, I'm not sure what happened, but I think he's telling the truth," I admitted, raising my hands in surrender.

"Mama, they always team up against me, and you side with them," Harris sulked.

"No, darling, I was concerned since you just recovered," Mama Iris said, cupping Harris's cheeks.

I chuckled, glancing at Hunter. "And you two," Mama Iris addressed us, and our laughter faded. Hunter crept up behind me.

"You two are getting out of hand, and I think I should give you a little punishment," Mama Iris declared, fixing her gaze on us.

"Sab, let it go. They're only kids, let them have fun," Dad urged.

"No, Nio, they're getting out of hand. They always bother my poor Harris, that's why they're not getting any ice cream today," Mama Iris explained.

"What!!" Hunter and I both exclaimed at the same time.

"Yes, you heard me right," she said as she walked away.

Hunter made a crying face, which was enough to make me and Daddy cry.

"Don't worry, champ, I'll get us some ice cream on our way home, and we can have it alone," I said into his ear.

We are both ice cream addicts who cannot go a day without it.

"Okay, go now and get dressed, and I'll go check on Ellies," I said, referring to a neighboring kindergarten that Hunter goes, and Ellies is my pet dog.

I was four when Daddy bought him for me, and he was a puppy at the time. He is all grown up, and I am very devoted to Elly.

He is a chowchow dog that is fifteen years old right now. I know he appears to be quite old, but he is quite healthy and active, possibly because anything I learn I apply to him and keep him in good health.

Yes, I am nearly a veterinarian. Almost because I will have my qualifications in one month and will then be able to operate my own hospital.

That is what I learned from Mama Iris, to follow my passion and become what my heart desires. And Mama Iris always used to tell me that no matter how rich we are, we should never take that for granted. Instead, we should make our own identity rather than being identified as our parents' children, which is why we all stay away from limelights except for dad because his business requires his constant social presence, which is why he has to be there. Whenever it demands, he takes Mama Iris along, sometimes Harris joins them. Still, I prefer to stay away from that chaotic life instead. I like a simple one without anyone putting their nose in my business.

Like Mama Iris, even though her parents were billionaires, she was never known by their names, nor did she stop herself from pursuing her dreams because she thought she had all the comforts in the world. Though Mama Iris was more wealthy than Daddy, she transferred everything to Daddy and on us. She had to step back from journalism due to safety concerns but still contributes to editing and concept planning at Uncle Mike and Aunt Chris's firm, where the three of them are close friends.

She dedicates all her free time to JKs, one of the largest restaurant chains in Manhattan and Chicago.

Mama Iris assumed full control of JK after my grandparents passed away. Since then, she has been effectively managing the business alongside her career, with Daddy supporting her in every aspect, not to mention Harris. Despite being just fifteen, he possesses a keen business-oriented mindset, focusing solely on business matters. This is why Mama Iris and Daddy involve him in the business after school. It's possible that he may eventually take over JKs and even surpass Daddy in the business realm within a few years.

My family means everything to me, and I consider myself incredibly lucky to have them. I can't imagine my life without Mama Iris by my side.

While she may not be my biological mother, I never felt the absence of a mother figure after my birth mother, Denissa, passed away. I cherish her memory, and though I initially longed for maternal affection upon seeing other children with their parents, that void was filled when I found Mama Iris.

She's always been my closest confidante, and I share everything with her because she's my go-to advisor. However, there's one secret I've kept from her, and when the time is right, I'll reveal it to her.

After a sigh, I made my way to the dining table where we finished breakfast and went our separate ways. Daddy took Harris to school, and I drove Hunter to kindergarten before heading out. Mama Iris usually handles the drop-off, but she was running late that day.

"Bye, Wyn Wyn," Hunter cheerfully waved as he bid me farewell.

"Bye, Hunter, I'll see you later," I waved back, watching him enter the school before driving off. Upon arriving at the college grounds, I saw someone waiting for me at the gate, hands folded.

"Sean Albert."

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A/N:

So, as all my angels who have delved into "Dreams Come True" have encountered Harris, the introduction of Hunter comes as a delightful surprise to everyone.

I truly hope you enjoyed the chapter. Your support means the world to me, and I cherish each and every one of you.

I would be immensely grateful if you could give "Dreams Come True" a chance. I am confident that you will find it captivating. Feel free to explore the free chapters and decide for yourself if you wish to continue the journey.

I am working on finding a way to share "Dreams Come True" with you all. Until then, I kindly ask for your patience and to hold on with me. Thank you for your unwavering support.

2. Sean

Sean eagerly awaited Wynter's arrival, as was his routine, to catch a glimpse of her before heading to their lessons.

"Hey Sean," greeted Wynter cheerfully as she embraced him. Sean reciprocated by gently rubbing her back.

"You seem quite cheerful today," Sean remarked, noticing Wynter's upbeat demeanor.

"Oh, just Hunter and I having our usual fun teasing Harris," Wynter chuckled, reminiscing about the morning's events. Her mornings typically involved banter with Sabrina, followed by affectionate gestures.

Sean chuckled, "Poor guy, always getting into trouble because of you two."

Although Sean had never met any of Wynter's family members, he was familiar with the 'Kings.'

Despite Wynter's persistent invitations to introduce him to her family, Sean consistently declined, leaving everyone puzzled about his reasons.

"Come on, we're running late," Sean urged as he grasped her hand and led the way to their classes.

Their public displays of affection, like holding hands and occasional kisses, had become second nature to them. However, their bond deepened significantly in private moments.

"So, you're starting your surgery practicals today?" Wynter inquired, showing interest in Sean's medical school activities.

Sean, also pursuing a career in cardiology at the same school, had to part ways with Wynter as they headed towards their respective wings.

"I must admit, I'm a bit nervous. It's my first time observing a heart surgery up close," Sean confessed.

"Have you tried watching some relevant videos?" Wynter asked, showing her support and understanding.

"Yeah, but it's quite different from the real thing. After all, you were in my shoes just a few days ago," Sean chuckled, reminiscing about Wynter's recent experiences.

"No, I wasn't worried. Mama Iris offered me some advice on how to be calm in situations like this, and there is a difference between conducting surgery on humans and performing surgery on animals, no pun intended. Not to mention that you are going to operate on someone's heart by cutting up their body; at the very least, we have dealt with things like surgery on an animal's leg injuries and such," Wynter expressed, furrowing her brow in contemplation.

"Let's see how this goes," Sean responded casually, waving off Wynter's concerns as he proceeded towards his class.

Wynter, known for her amiable nature and extensive circle of friends, was like the girl next door who made everyone feel at ease. Despite her sociable demeanor, she confided in only one person, Sabrina, whom she considered her closest companion.

Attending her lessons diligently, Wynter took notes and mentally prepared for her upcoming examinations, as she aspired to become a veterinary doctor.

Travis, Wynter's father, had meticulously arranged for her to have her own hospital, ensuring she wouldn't have to seek employment elsewhere. Despite Wynter's refusal of his assistance, citing her desire to establish her career independently, Sabrina advocated for accepting their support, emphasizing the hard work they had put in for their children's future. Sabrina emotionally appealed to Wynter, highlighting their efforts to secure a prosperous future for their daughter.

Wynter pondered briefly before agreeing, rationalizing that her parents served as a foundation for her to build upon independently. She intended to work for others and share a portion of her earnings wherever she went. Opting to follow the same principle here, she decided to allocate a part of her income to charitable organizations.

Upon completing her classes, she lingered on campus for an hour, anticipating news about Sean's first surgery.

After some time had passed, Sean, unaware that Wynter was waiting, assumed she had departed as usual. To his surprise, Wynter remained on this particular day.

Wynter was taken aback when she saw Sean exit with the sensible blonde he supposedly called his 'Friend.' Their proximity exceeded the bounds of mere friendship; they seemed inseparable.

Every time Wynter waits for him, Sean justifies himself by saying that they are just friends, even though they are really close, but Sean thinks Wynter to be naive, and she believes Sean's falsehoods since she has a heart of gold.

Despite her insecurity as a result of their closeness, Wynter decides to trust Sean, her life's beloved.

Wynter and Sean met in first-year classes and have been in a relationship for the past two years after declaring their feelings.

Wynter, despite feeling insecure due to their close bond, ultimately decides to place her trust in Sean, the love of her life.

Their relationship began in their first-year classes, where they confessed their feelings for each other, leading to a two-year journey together.

"Hey, Wynter, you're still here?" Sean's surprise was evident as he noticed Wynter's presence.

He quickly released the blonde woman's hand, attempting to hide any annoyance at seeing Wynter.

"I didn't expect to see you. How was your day?" Wynter asked, offering a warm smile to the blonde, whose name she couldn't recall.

"It was great, Suzy," Sean replied, stealing a glance at the woman.

"Alright, I have to go now... I'll catch up with you later," she said to Sean, giving him a meaningful look before leaving.

"So, what's the plan now?" Sean sneered at Wynter, a familiar expression on his face.

"I have to study for my exams," Wynter explained.

"Or we could head to my place and continue from where we left off last time," Sean suggested.

Sean annoyed her since he was too focused on Wynter's body and didn't care about her mood or how she would react to it. He wanted what he wanted. Even though they had sex, Wynter was still too afraid to open out to him, and everything was in the heat of the moment, and it was only a one-time thing that Wynter regretted later.

Wynter would later regret not informing her parents about her connection with him because she felt she was breaching their trust, but she also thought her parents were always supportive and Sean was the love of her life, so she was doing the right thing.

"No, I gotta go start getting ready. Mama Iris wanted me home early for a family dinner tonight. I might not be able to hang out with you until after the exams are over. I waited today to catch up on your day," she responded calmly.

"What! Come on, we still have a month before the exams," he scowled.

"Yeah, that's all we've got, just a month," Wynter, not exactly a bookworm, would buckle down when the exam dates were near. Until then, studying wasn't a top priority for her.

"Alright, this month is gonna be tough for me," he grumbled, secretly thrilled inside.

"You should study too," Wynter said, smiling.

"I'll try," he mumbled as he hugged her goodbye.

Wynter got into her car and drove home.

Sean breathed a sigh of relief once Wynter was out of sight; he had other plans with Suzy and didn't enjoy Wynter's presence there.

It became evident that Sean was only with Wynter for superficial reasons, lusting after her looks and status. He knew who she was and expected her to help him advance in life.

He was like a predator, solely interested in Wynter's body. Once he achieved his goal of taking her virginity and exploiting her innocence, he moved on to someone else.

Wynter, though naive, never truly felt content after being with Sean. However, she convinced herself that he was the love of her life, a sentiment she believed was common among couples.

She made up her mind to confide in her parents, hoping that sharing her feelings would ease the discomfort in her heart.

"Mama Iris, I'm back," Wynter announced as she entered the house.

"Wyn Wyn," Hunter rushed down the stairs.

"Be careful, sweetie, you might slip," Wynter cautioned.

Hunter approached Wynter and hugged her. "Where did Mama Iris go?" Wynter inquired.

"Don't know. She said you should call her once you're home," Hunter replied as he took Wynter's bag to her room, a routine he often followed.

Wynter reached for her phone and dialed Sabrina's number.

"Mama Iris," Wynter said as soon as Sabrina answered the call.

"Wynter, are you back?" Sabrina asked.

"I just got home. Where are you now?" Wynter inquired. "Hunter mentioned you left quickly."

"Yes, sweetheart, we're in Chicago. Mr. Adam wasn't feeling well, so we decided to pay him a visit. Nio and I flew there this morning," Sabrina explained.

Mr. Adams was Sabrina's trusted manager and had worked closely with Sabrina's father.

"When are you coming back?" Wynter asked.

"We planned to stay here for a few days to investigate the business. Do you want to come along? I can purchase the tickets, and maybe you, Harris, and Hunter can come, and we can organize a family vacation to distract ourselves from the commotion," Sabrina suggested.

"No way, I have exams next month, Mama Iris, and I can't afford to waste any more time. How about we go on vacation once they're finished?" Wynter proposed.

Sabrina groaned. "Okay, there's no way you'll agree to it, so we'll attempt to return as soon as possible."

"I already miss you," Wynter said as she went into the kitchen to get a glass of water for herself.

"I miss you too, baby, and take care of Hunter, though I had instructed Nanny Ann everything."

Mrs. Ann was Wynter's nanny, and she is like a family member to Sabrina and the one stranger she trusts with her children.

Despite their home being heavily guarded and surrounded by bodyguards on all sides, Sabrina would go to great lengths to protect her family due to a significant incident.

"Okay, I'll see you there, and don't worry, like you usually do, we'll get food from JKs and behave ourselves," Wynter quipped on Sabrina's behalf, and the mother-daughter duo chuckled at Wynter's jokes.

"Okay, I'll leave you to it, and no junk. It's better if I ask them not to send it," Sabrina added.

"Come on, Mama Iris, JKs don't sell junk," Wynter burst out laughing.

Sabrina's father founded JKs, a restaurant company noted for its high quality and service.

"Okay, Mark and Chris will arrive later in the evening. I hope they don't ruin everything for you," Wynter could hear Sabrina scoffing.

"Yay," Wynter exclaimed.

"Okay, that was a lot for you. Tell Harris to call me when he gets back. I love you."

"I will. Love you too," Wynter dismissed the call.

Wynter went to check on Ellies, and the little boy, as usual, enjoyed his time with the family.

As Sabrina previously stated, the couple (Mark and Chris) arrived with several items, as they often did when visiting the kings.

They both regarded Sabrina's children as their own because they couldn't have their own children. They were going to adopt a child but were delayed because they believed they should take on responsibility only when they were absolutely prepared, and until then, they had kings to shower them with love.

"Aunt Chris, Uncle Mike," Wynter would always refer to Mark as Mike, which he enjoyed.

"Hey doll," Mark said as he hugged her.

"Uncle Chris," Harris continued to meet them and, as usual, inquired about business matters, boring the crap out of everyone with his business jargon.

They all had a good time watching a horror movie after Chris had put Hunter to sleep, and Mark had purchased Wynter and Hunter their favorite ice cream.

"Thank you for coming, Aunt Chris; we had a fantastic time," Wynter and Harris said as they bid them farewell.

"Come on, Kiddos, why are you being so formal?" they said as they hugged them and kissed their cheeks as they exited the building.

After two days, Sean discovers that Sabrina is not at home. Wynter was studying when she heard a knock on her window.

Wynter opened the window, shocked. She was astounded to see Sean clinging to a pipe.

"What are you doing here, Sean?" Wynter asked as she drew him inside.

A sensible person would suggest that he had better options for showing up or that he could utilize the balcony that was directly next to the window instead.

"I missed you," Sean said as he hugged her.

It was the first time he had shown up at Wynter's house, and it was the first time he had shown up when her parents were not around.

"But we saw each other this morning," Wynter pointed out.

"Yeah, but I wanted to see you," he explained.

Wynter realized she was being impolite to him and decided to greet him.

They began talking to each other, and one thing led to another, and things quickly became hot. Sean started to lean in to kiss Wynter. Their lips were about to touch.

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Note: I am going to continue this story from the third person's point of view. I guess we will have a better grasp that way. I Love you all <3