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A Paradise Called Us 51-Just a dream
Ian was preparing for work early the next morning when his mother walked into his room. He gazed at her with a hint of suspicion in his eyes. His mother hasn't walked into his room for years."Are you looking for something, mum?" he asked as he picked up his suitcase."Well," she seemed to hesitate and then said "The servant were discussing about a woman you brought home the other day."".." Ian was left speechless. He had carried a drunken Sam to his house with the idea that everyone was asleep. "She was drunk," he gave a casual dismissal "I couldn't get her to give her house address so I had no other option than to bring her here.""I'm not saying you did wrong, dear," she immediately got close to him and began to fix his tie "Infact, you did a good job. It's been years since you last brought a woman to the house. I see you have made progress from your heartbreak.""What are you talking about, mum?""That you have come of age to start thinking about getting married," she dropped th
A Paradise Called Us 52-Don't deserve her
"Ian?" Kevin did not expect him, "What are you doing here?"Instead of answering, Ian snatched the document from Kevin and took a look at it then he returned his gaze back to Kevin."How could you do this?" "I already told you, I can't let Selene get married to Elliot.""Damn you, Kevin because you have lost everything including Selene!""I haven't lost her," Kevin's temperament was a contrast to Ian's. "You have, Kevin! You're just blind you don't see nothing! Elliot is behind this and he has successfully used Selene to get your inheritance and you had to fall for it!""Well, fuck it!" Kevin shouted back "Fuck it! Why should I choose my inheritance over the woman I love?!""Because our lives depend on it!" Ian striked a nerve, "The employees', yours and your mother's, your best friend's life depends on it! My life depends on it!" "Don't you see?" Ian's voice broke "Why did you employ me, Kevin? It's not because I deserve it or the fact that I'm your best friend. You gave me this j
A Paradise Called Us 53-Papers are fake
"Help me," Ian turned back to Karen "Let's take her to the hospital,"However, Karen stopped them. She took her inhaler from Sam and made use of it. Although she was not completely fine, she refused to go to the hospital."Karen, please." Ian begged "You're not fine..we need to check you up."But Karen shook her head again. She picked up her bag that she had dropped on the ground, walked over to where Kevin stood. The glimpse came again and he was able to see the tears on her face.He cursed himself and regretted his decision, if only she could let him explain. "You..you should have told me," Karen found her voice, trying hard not to breakdown again "You should have told me instead of drugging me, Kevin."Unable to take another second staring at the man she would give her all to anytime any day, she dropped the divorce paper on his desk and walked out of the company.Elliot picked the paper up."I didn't lose in both sides did I?" he grimaced and walked casually out of the office.Ian
A Paradise Called Us 54- Handsome, rich men
Selene felt like she was hit at the back of her skull. Kevin did not wait for her response, as he was out looking for Karen to explain to her. As for Selene, anger coursed through her body. She has never been deceived in such a manner before. She couldn't help but wonder if Karen and Kevin planned to make a fool out of her.Storming out of the company, she swore to revenge. She slipped her phone from her bag to inform Elliot but the latter wasn't answering. She got into her car and drove down to the Kord mansion.Elliot will be pleased to know that he lost woefully today....Ian and Sam were in the car, rampaging the streets for Willow-ridge in order to find Karen. While Ian drove, Sam was constantly dialing Karen's number but it seemed that she had switched off her phone."I wonder where she could be," Sam said nervously and then glanced at Ian."She probably wants to be alone," he answered "I can't imagine the pain she'd be in.""How can you imagine?" Sam looked away "I don't expe
A Paradise Called Us 55-Staying here together
Karen did not know how to react when she met with Kevin's face. Why is he here? Could he have already told Aunt Maya about his intentions to..to marry Selene? Or did he already bring her things from the mansion?"I was just coming to find you," he said in a calm, soothing voice that he had never used to speak to her before.He was acting strange..He took her wrist and led her inside. After which he pulled off his coat and placed it on her."That makes it two of my favorite jacket." he said jokingly but Karen was in no mood to be teased. If he'd teased he when they were still married she would have laughed her lungs out.Aunt Maya stepped out of the kitchen, "Dear, you're back! You didn't tell me your husband would be coming to visit?"Husband? Karen was more than confused. Perhaps he hasn't spoken to her about it yet, then she better do. So she stepped forward,"Uhm, Aunt Maya, I have something to tell you.""Can't it wait?" she replied as she went into the kitchen and out, setting u
A Paradise Called Us 56-Ask for anything
Kevin sat lazily on the bed after dropping his stick. He cocked his head and stared at Karen who had an angry and confused look on her face. He couldn't control his laughter."Is this some kind of joke?" she asked again, more firmly this time."No," he answered, sitting up "What is, is the divorce papers you saw earlier today.""What?""They're fake," he answered "I did it because I wanted to know how Selene really feels about me. It looked like she doesn't love me but I didn't want to believe it so I decided to come up with fake documents to see.."He paused and added, "If she would really marry me."Karen felt a great relief when she heard him say that. So great was that relief that she let out her emotions and began to cry. At first, she tried to suppress it but Kevin was more able in hearing than sight.He got up and circled his arms around her, hugging her tight. Karen could not explain how good it felt. "I'm sorry," he whispered above her head "I promise to be more cautious of
A Paradise Called Us 57- A snowball fight
"Are you seriously dumb, Elliot?!" he shouted and tossed the papers hard on his face "They're fake, you idiot!! He fooled you!"Elliot picked up the papers and stared at them, boiling with intense rage. He hated nothing more than being made to look like a fool and in front of his father who thinks so highly of him.Mr Kord banged the table in front of him, still very furious."I raised you better than this, Elliot!" he spat out coldly "How could you let a blind man deceive you in this manner?! Thank goodness you didn't get this publicized before coming here! I would have denied you before the whole city because I refuse to tolerate any flaw on your part, Elliot!"Tears rolled out of his eyes unto the paper. Although he did not say a word, Mr Kord knew that he was letting his temper get the best of him. He was already being to hard on him.He walked around the table and held his shoulders in a firm manner, not bothering to wipe off his tears."You're a man, Elliot. My son! I expect not
A Paradise Called Us 58-On top of her
They arrived at the park, their hair full of snow after some minutes of playing snowball. There were only little people at the park and after Kevin got their tickets they moved in."Is this your favorite spot?" Kevin asked, handing her a lemonade as he sat on the swing next to her."Yes, when I was a kid. I haven't been here in a really long while" she answered"Why?"Karen sighed quietly, "I use to come here with Zachary but we suddenly stopped." when I was diagnosed with my disease.. she didn't add."Zachary seems to be in love with you." Kevin said, his voice low, almost a whisper. Karen turned to him,"I think he knows he's not getting anything out of that," she replied "It's almost like I don't know him anymore."A moment ensued between them. While Karen was smiling at the kids playing and running about, Kevin's gaze was fixed on her. She is the only thing he could see anyway.And then suddenly, she snapped her head towards him, "Mr Kord, how many kids would you love to have?"Sh
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A Paradise Called Us 112- Life got better
A week later, the Kords welcomed the baby home. His huge blue orbs staring at every hands that touched him. Karen never thought she'd ever see the child she had successfully carried. She was again, grateful to Zachary and hoped that he was watching this moment. Mr Kord threw a huge party for his grandson. Aunt Maya was in attendance, as well as Ian and Sam. Kevin wrapped his hands around Karen as he nuzzled her neck with his lips. "What's his name?" he asked. Karen did not hesitate, she whispered, "Zachary." "Zachary Liam Kord." Kevin finished. Karen turned to him, tiptoed and kissed him. Kevin held her waist closer to him, deepening the kiss. Suddenly someone coughed from behind. Karen broke away from the kiss and looked back to find Ian. "What the fuck, man?" hissed Kevin. Ian apologized with a grin, "It's just your father needs you right now." "Why?" Ian shrugged, "Find out." Kevin sighed, kisses Karen's lips before he leaves her. Karen noticed that Ian wanted to sa
A Paradise Called Us 111- He was my son
The entire family lapsed into silence. No one ever expected that Zachary would take such a step. Asides from Aunt Maya and Kevin, the rest were surprised to know that Zachary has always been in love with Karen. Kevin walks up to Aunt Maya and places a hand on her shoulder as she weeps. He whispers, "I'm so sorry, Aunt." Everyone tried to console Aunt Maya but she did not stop crying. No one could ever understand her pain. Kevin understood the reason Zachary had come to meet earlier that day, asking him to take care of Karen. Kevin shuts his eyes and says a short prayer for Zachary. While everyone is glad that Karen will be okay, the sadness that accompanied Zachary's sacrifice was greater. It took two weeks before Karen became unconscious. That day Sam, Ian, Kevin and only Aunt Maya were by her bedside- Aunt Maya sitting calmly, like a log of wood. Kevin got the doctor to check on Karen and when he assured that she was fine, Kevin helped her up on the bed. Karen stared at her s
A Paradise Called Us 110- Your son, Zachary
Kevin paced about the corridor, his phone to his ear, his lips moving and then his voice raised high as he yelled on the phone.He phoned far and near but the entire hospitals were turning him down. Kevin was ready to give whatever amount, he was ready to exchange everything he has for Karen's life but there seemed to be no solution for Karen.The doctors were trying their best keeping her oxidized however twenty minutes later she would never wake up again.Aunt Maya had long fainted and Sam and Mrs Kord had followed the nurses who were trying to revive her. Her blood pressure had gone up and the nurses were trying to stabilize her.Zachary walked out of his mother's ward after he left a note on her desk. He found Kevin still making several phone calls, Mr Kord was asleep on the couch, Ian had gone to see if he could also find help."Hey," Zachary interrupted Kevin who looked at him and wondered why he was so cool and composed."Make me a promise," Zachary continued, scaring the shit
A Paradise Called Us 109-Next Thirty Minutes
When Ian heard the news, he felt sad and tried to console Kevin but Kevin could not be consoled. The entire family were there at the hospital where Karen suggested on getting the child in an incubator. Ian was there with Sam, Mrs Kord and Mr Kord were also there, as well as Aunt Maya and Zachary. Even though the doctor had said there could be major complications and the child had a 50-50 chance, Karen was confident and laid on the bed prepared to take the risk.Before the operation began, the doctor smiled down at Karen who wanted to smile back however her heart was burning with great pain."You're one strong woman, Karen." he saidKaren replied with eyes closed, preventing the tears from falling, "No matter what happens, Doctor please save my child."He did not reply and then he dimmed the light and set to work.Meanwhile outside the theatre, everyone did their best to console Kevin but he could not stop crying. He wished he'd treated Karen with more love and understanding. He wishe
A Paradise Called Us 108- Three Days Left
"It has always been her dream to get married and love. Aunt Maya encouraged her to but Karen had given up all hope until your mother came." Zachary explained, "That's why she agreed to marry you. Not for your money, not because you are the son of a wealthy man and despite the fact that you were in love with another woman.""Since she had little time left, she just wanted to enjoy life. She felt that you would have the woman you love again once her time is up."Kevin's heart broke as he listened to Zachary. He was finally understanding everything."She was okay with just loving you. I admired her courage and at the same time I wished she wasn't that courageous. It's why I hated you, you had no idea how lucky you were.""And then your dad had to come up with the will for his heir. Everyone advised Karen against it because she wouldn't survive it, nor will the child but she did it anyway- because she loves you." "Why? Why did she keep this away from me? I hate myself so much.." Kevin gr
A Paradise Called Us 107- Two Weeks Left
Ian trudged into the house lazily. His mother was seated on the dinner table waiting for him patiently but as always, he'd come in late. Ian ignored his mother when she beckoned for him to have dinner. He climbed up the stairs casually to his room.As it was dark, he switched on the light and the shape lying on the bed looked strange. He was startled for a moment and then walked slowly towards it."Sam-" Ian whispered, the burden he'd carried for months came crashing down at the mention of her name.Then he thought if he was hallucinating again. He etched closer and leaned in. It was really Sam and he was not hallucinating. His chest threatened to burst from excitement when he touched her cheek and caressed her sleeping face.He sighed as he placed a soft kiss on her forehead before running back down the stairs.Their eyes locked and both mother and son felt the connection they'd lost for years. "She's all yours now." Mrs Robert said and Ian smiled genuinely."I love you, mom."Mrs
A Paradise Called Us 106- Behind the anger
Sam was already standing in front of Ian's mansion when she began to have second thoughts. I don't think this is right, she thought, Ian could be happy with his wife Amelia and his mother too could be getting better. Sam thought that should she walk in there, she could ruin the happiness of the family. But she isn't here to make Ian claim his child, another part of her thought, she's only here to see him. She wouldn't ask for his assistance or help in catering for the child. After she disappeared without a trace she felt it was right for Ian to know of his child. But then again, what if he'd forgotten about her? After healing during those six months, Sam was not about to break her heart by walking into the house and seeing what could send her into heartbreak. She sighed and turned around. Perhaps she'd just speak to him over the phone. Not seeing his expressions would hurt less. But just as she turned to leave, a car pulled up by the mansion. The windows came down and a midd
A Paradise Called Us 105-A set-up
Kevin found it difficult to believe. With mouth agape he walked to where she stood and hesitated before reaching out, fearing that it was just one of his many hallucinations and she might just disappear. However, this time around he was not hallucinating. It was really Karen and this time around, he wasn't looking at her through a glitch, he could see her completely. Kevin released a sigh of relief as he pulled her into his embrace. He didn't think he was going too far when he held her chin and kissed her lips. From the moment she had stepped into his life, everything changed and even if it didn't seem like it was then, the end will tell. "I'm so happy to have you back, Karen." Kevin expressed his joy but Karen only gave a short smile. Fearing that Elliot might see her, Kevin led her out of the mansion to a nearby shade where they could sit. Kevin held her hand in his, "I missed you, Karen. Where have you been?" "Away." Karen replied, "How's mother?" "Nothing's been good si
A Paradise Called Us 104- It's Karen
Six months later."Yes, Aunt." Karen was saying on the phone, "I took good care of myself while I was away.""I don't trust you," said Aunt Maya, "You cannot take good care of yourself as much as I can care for you, Karen."Karen smiled despite herself, "I miss you, Aunt Maya."After a short silence, Aunt Maya asked, "When are you coming back, Karen? Isn't six months enough time for you to come to terms with yourself?"She continued, "You have only a month left, won't you love to spend it with me?" Karen sighed, "I'll come soon, Aunt Maya."They talked for a little while before ending the call and Karen stared at the ceiling as she caressed her seven months old pregnancy.She had heard that Kevin and his mother were now living under the mercy of Elliot. She had expected Kevin to get married to Selene the moment she left but he didn't.In fact, Selene had travelled abroad. It seemed that the bond between her and Kevin had been severed.Karen would only go back for the sake of her chil
