WEEKS LATER “Ugh, I don't see a reason why we should be having another ball when it is close to the end of the season. This should be the last one.” Nora groaned as she hit her nail repeatedly with the glass in her hand. Lily smiled at her statement and looked around the room before turning back to Nora.“It might not be that bad.” Lily replied and shrugged, which earned an eye roll and a scoff from Nora.“Of course, you enjoy everything.” Nora scoffed and turned to the dance floor. They both stared at the couples dancing. It was the second to the last ball of the season and it was organised by Lydia’s parents.It's been weeks and everything has been going great for everyone. There wasn't any drama, everyone was happy. Lily has been having the best life, Axel treats her well and gives her everything she wants before she asks. It wasn't the life she dreamed of but it was better, being Axel’s wife was everything. Lily saw Axel’s step mother talking to some women but Mrs. McCall was
“Who said I am not going to do anything about it?” Axel asked and she sniffed. He sighed and pulled her into a hug.“I just want you to always stand up for yourself. What if something happens and I am not there? You are going to have to take care of yourself.” Axel said softly and stroked her hair, she wrapped her arms around him and held him tightly.“I’m sorry I didn't do anything.” Axel apologised and she sniffed again. He held her gently in his arms and closed his eyes, the feeling he gets when she is so close to him is something he will always cherish. “She knows everything.” Lily muttered and pulled away from the hug.“I know, I know how to deal with that.” He replied.“Are you sure?” Lily asked worriedly. She wouldn't want everyone to call her a whore. She couldn't imagine the shame she would go through and how it would affect Axel’s family.“Of course.” Axel assured her and she wiped her tears. He watched her as she did.“Where were you by the way? I was looking for you.”“I
Lily breathed out heavily as she sat on Axel’s bed, she looked down at her fingers and played with them. It's been minutes since Axel had called Dr. Gerad, they were both waiting for him. Axel hasn't said a word since then, Lily couldn't tell if he was mad or not. He was seated on the couch and was focused on his phone. As Lily played with her fingers, she kept glancing at him. He was being that way because he believed she was pregnant, a while ago he was all over her. His phone suddenly rang and he picked it up immediately.“Yes, you can send him up.” He said and ended the call, Lily sighed as her hands started to tremble. Dr. Gerad was around already. What if truly she was pregnant? Will she go through another abortion again? Another torture? Or will she get to keep it this time? Lily’s heart skipped a beat as she heard a knock on Axel’s door, Axel stood up and walked to the door. He opened it and Dr. Gerad walked in with a smile.“Mr. Blackwell, you called.” He said and glan
“The way you say it makes it sound bad.” Axel said as he pulled away from the hug. “Is it?” Lily asked with a fake smile. She couldn't hide the fact that she was sad. She loved the man in her presence so much and she was willing to do anything for him but he had never told her he loved her back. Instead, he thinks having a child isn't the best for them.Axel noticed she wasn't in a good mood, she looked sad and he didn't have much time to cheer her up, he was running late.“We will talk when I get back.” He said and she nodded her head, he leaned closer to her, kissed her cheek then walked out of the house. Lily breathed out heavily and walked to the dining room to have breakfast.Hours later, she got ready and Nora arrived. They both headed out, they took one of Axel’s cars instead for the driving test. Nora noticed Lily wasn't as excited like she was supposed to be, she wondered what was wrong. She asked her multiple times if she was fine and she said she was but Nora was sure
What if she was really pregnant? Is she really ready to be a mother? Can she be a mother? Can she take care of a child?Lily was lost in thoughts till they got to Nora’s place. They both walked out of the car and headed into the house. Immediately they got in, Nora walked away to go get the pregnancy test kit while Lily waited nervously with her heart racing and her hands trembling. She started to doubt if she should take the test or not. She felt it wasn't necessary, Dr. Gerad already confirmed that she wasn't pregnant.Nora interrupted her thoughts as she walked into the living room, Lily looked up at her and Nora smiled.“Here you go.” She said and handed it to her. Lily slowly took it from her and stared at it. She didn't understand how it worked.“How does it work?” She asked and Nora looked at her surprised. She knew Lily didn't know most things but she wasn't expecting her to not know anything about a pregnancy test.“Are you serious?” Nora asked and Lily drew her brows togeth
The rest of the day went like a flash, Lily spent it at Nora’s and she tried her best to keep up a good mood. She didn't tell Nora anything and Nora didn't suspect something was wrong either. It was getting late already and Nora drove Lily back to Axel’s mansion. Lily was exhausted and needed a nap, she had a lot to think about, and she just wanted to sleep and think about it in the morning. She checked the time on her phone as she made her way into the house. It wasn't so late which meant Axel wont be back yet. She was kind of glad, she wasn't ready to see him. The thought of her carrying his child bothered her. Of course, it was supposed to be good news, but it isn't since Axel doesn't want a child. She couldn't tell him yet, he would be mad and order her to abort it. She wasn't ready to go through another abortion. She sighed and walked into the house, surprisingly, Axel was there. He was in the living room standing with a glass of wine in his hand. It was obvious he just ar
It was the last ball of the season and everyone invited was happy. The last ball of the season is always the best one. Everyone important in and out of the city would get invited. The day was filled with joy and excitement. Everyone was excited except Lily though. She woke up late and did her morning routine, she got ready to leave for Nora’s house for the driving lesson before leaving her room.She got to the living room and a maid informed her that Axel already left. She was glad, she wasn't ready to see him. She decided to skip breakfast but gave it a second thought immediately after she recalled she was pregnant. She had to eat, if not for her but for the growing child in her. She had a quick breakfast and than left for Nora’s place. On her way, she cheered up a little so Nora wont be worried and also to avoid questions. She got there and Nora was excited to see her and also excited about the ball. Lily put on a fake smile and tried to relate to any conversation Nora brought
Lily and Axel arrived at the venue and as usual, they got everyone’s attention and were welcomed warmly. Just like every other ball party, Axel and Max had a lot of people to discuss with and Lily was left with Nora. Since it was the last ball of the season, the guests were entertained. Nora was enjoying the party, the same as Lily. As the party went on, Lily got curious. She searched around for her mother and Malia but she couldn't find them. Curiously, she turned to ask Nora a few questions.“The McCalls aren't here?” Lily asked Nora and she nodded.“Yeah, I guess they won't be coming. The family hosting this hall are not friends with them.” Nora replied and Lily nodded. “Why are you asking though?” She asked and Lily shrugged. She recalled the threats she got from her mother at the last ball. The reason why she wasn't bothered by it was because Axel told her not to worry, he was going to do something about it.“Nothing, just curious.” She replied and Nora smiled.“Of course,