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A Paradise Called Us 60-Won't warn you again
The next day, Karen was busy with finishing the decorations when she bumped into Ian, in his black suit."Sorry," she apologized and added "I hope I didn't stain your suit?"He straightened up and stared at her, "No, it's okay. Uhm..you..you still here?"Karen nodded knowing that he was speaking of the divorce, "You should speak with your friend." she said warmly and proceeded to leave when he stopped her."Uh..Karen?" he turned to face her "Do you perhaps know if Sam is alright?"Karen's brow twitched, "Yeah..I guess. I didn't get to speak to her during the weekend. I might see her today though."He nodded."You haven't spoken to her?" she asked wondering if they had a misunderstanding however he shook his head."No, it's.. it's nothing.""Hm, okay. Enjoy the wedding!" she exclaimed before walking away and resuming her work. Mr and Mrs Kord had left an hour ago for the church and she was left to oversee that everything was perfect before the reception.Staring at the decor, she felt
A Paradise Called Us 61- Not over yet
Ian who had been standing at the top of the stairs coughed to alert his presence, "Hm-hm"Karen went pink with embarrassment wondering if he had seen Kevin kiss her. She ran up the stairs and passed by him without a glance. Kevin sat up when Ian came to sit beside him."I'm confused now," he voiced "What are you planning to do now?""Nothing," Kevin replied non chalantly."You divorced Karen," Ian said as a reminder."That was fake, wanted to see something and got what I wanted."Heaving a sigh of relief, Ian added, "You're gonna let Selene marry Elliot?"Kevin only grounded his jaw and did not answer. In about thirty minutes, Karen came down from the stairs dressed in a white satin dress that Mrs Kord has given her.It was off the shoulder, and showed off her elegant, white shoulders. It lined her thin waist and enhanced her figure. Her sparkling necklace was a match with her blue orbs and her hair was left to fall behind her."I'm sorry if I took a lot of time," she apologized upon
A Paradise Called Us 62- The Dance
Karen arrived home with Kevin in a convoy. It was the first time they had ridden a car together. The atmosphere was really tensed that Karen was scared to even speak.When she stepped out of the car, Mrs Kord approached her as the convoy stopped in front of the mansion. Guests were already arriving and piling their way into the mansion. Soft, romantic music filled the air. Looking around, Karen could not find Elliot or Selene."Karen," Mrs Kord placed a hand on her shoulder "I've been meaning to speak with you.""Of course mother," Karen answered as she watched Kevin lean lazily on the body of his car, perhaps waiting for her. He looked hot with that lackadaisical look on his face and Karen had to struggle to concentrate her focus on Mrs Kord."Have you been able to..to speak with Kevin?" she asked, glancing at her son. Although she preferred Karen to Selene as a wife to her son, she knew the pain that Kevin was feeling. As a child, he was always around Selene. Mrs Kord knew long ago
A Paradise Called Us 63-The Dance II
Whipping her head to meet with his face, Karen stiffened but did not stop dancing. "You haven't wished me congratulations yet," he continued "I'm married now.""You are deceiving her," said KarenElliot chuckled, "I am not. She wants her revenge because Kevin did not stop the wedding and I am the only one who can help her get it."Karen grounded her jaw, "You are creating ideas in her mind that are not true. I saw the look in her eyes this morning. She did not want to marry you but I don't know why she couldn't stop it." Elliot smirked, "Doesn't matter does it? Kevin deceived us into believing that he had divorced you. You also put up a good act that day.""I didn't know it was fake," admitted Karen."Either way, I still haven't forgiven you for coming between my victory the day you stopped Kevin's arrest." he stopped and added with no expression on his face, "I hope you continue to save him because I will not stop."He tightened his grip on her, "I'm warning you for the last time,
A Paradise Called Us 64-Share your husband
"Oh my God!" the guests yelled as they stepped back, creating space and leaving the four of them in the middle.Karen immediately grabbed onto Kevin's arm and said, "Kevin,"He turned to her and said in rage, "You let him touch you inappropriately!""I...I didn't realize," responded Karen as she watched Selene help the bleeding Elliot up. It seemed that Kevin's punch had landed on his nose and broken it.Selene glared at Karen and yelled, "See what you've caused, you slut!"Furious, she charged towards her with her hands high up in the air.Karen shut her eyes, preparing for a hit across her face however nothing came. The guests gasping flipped Karen's eyes open and she stared at the scene before her.It appeared that Kevin stood in front of her and stopped Selene from hitting her. "What do you think you're doing, Kevin?!" yelled an even more furious Selene, "You dare to hold my hand because of that despicable-""Enough!" Kevin snapped, pushing her hand away causing the guests to yel
A Paradise Called Us 65- Running from the truth
Karen was immediately taken aback,"Share..share my husband?? With..with Selene?" she repeated, obviously disgusted.Mr Kord walked lazily to the cupboard that held all types of wine on the wall. He slipped out a bottle and filled a glass nonchalantly and then stared back at Karen."What?" he smirked "You can't do it?"Karen responded bluntly, "I can't.""It's either that or you sign the divorce papers." he replied carelessly.Karen stiffened, "Why are you doing this? Kevin is your son as well!"He raised his eyes to meet hers, "Are you raising your voice at me?""I can't do any of what you want me to do," said Karen ignoring his question. "I might have deceived everyone so I could marry Kevin but if I hadn't, you would have rendered him and his mother penniless. How could you be so heartless?! Now you want me to sign the divorce papers??"Kevin forced his way in, "What divorce papers?""Who told you you could come in?!" roared Mr Kord, "Get out!""I'm leaving with my wife!" Kevin yel
A Paradise Called Us 66-Ian is the key
He couldn't help but feel bad even though he had hurt her on purpose."Hey," his ex girlfriend, Amelia brought him back from the world of thoughts "What are you thinking about? Are you not happy to see me again?"As the waiter left to bring their orders, Amelia held Ian's hands in hers. She was the woman who turned Ian from a thoughtful and loving person to a cold and heartless one. While he was deeply in love with her, she was seeing someone else and eventually got caught.She fled the country for grad school, leaving Ian with the explanation that he misunderstood the whole situation. The person he had seen her with was her ex who wanted her back and nothing more.She was now back two years later from her grad school and wanted to see Ian. Since their families are great friends, Ian did not have the heart to say no. However, the real truth is that he missed her all those years and did not waste a second agreeing to the offer.He relaxed in his chair, drawing his hands away from her gr
A Paradise Called Us 67- Throw her out
Kevin was restless.Since Karen told him that she would be staying with her best friend and would not come home tonight, he felt down.As he sat on his bed after dinner, he fidgeted with his phone looking for the courage to call her. However in the end, he finally tossed the phone aside.She had refused to disclose what his father discussed with her. Although Kevin did not know what that man said, it made Karen mad. He had never seen her to scared and unsure of herself.Her facial expression said it all. Now that he thought about it, did she decide to stay away because of that and not because Sam was sick?Kevin picked up his phone and called Ian."Hey," greeted his voice from the other end."Is your girlfriend sick?" Kevin immediately dropped the question."My girlfriend?"Impatient, Kevin explained "Karen's friend, the one I saw you with the other day!""Oh," Ian's voice was suddenly low, "I don't know. Plus, she's.. she's not my girlfriend anymore."Kevin couldn't believe his ears,
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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
