ELAINE (CATHERINE) ..... The funeral of Alberto was full of sorrow for me and Marco. However, we said the last goodbye to him before he was buried... People came, consoled me and Marco, then left. For them It was just an experience but for us... Alberto was a memory of fatherhood. Bianca came too. She did not talk to me but I heard that she was out of the country last night and appeared as soon as she heard about Alberto. I don't know how much she cares for him but I for sure could see love for him. It's slightly surprising that she once left him only to focus on her career, breaking six years of relationship. Well, people do change though. I didn't bring Della here today. She was home with Liam. Perhaps we will return tomorrow... I stood there beside my husband and watched people coming and going. Suddenly, Bianca walked toward us and nodded at Edward with a smile before turning to me, "Hi Elaine." "Hi, Bianca," I replied. "Can we chat?" She asked and I looked up at my husband.
ELAINE (CATHERINE) ..... A FEW DAYS LATER... After Alberto was gone, time passed a little quickly these days. My new work was in progress and I am almost prepared to go back to London with my family. Just a few days and everything would be sorted. Marco was doing well too. Actually, he was more fine now. Although he didn't announce it yet, I guess he was back with the true love of his life. As per the will the thirty percent shares transferred to my name. Honestly, I didn't want that but Marco insisted saying it was his father's last wish and he also wanted the same. I also like my new public image, although it's still bothersome when people get excited seeing me. However, I also liked it when they were so happy taking a selfie or an autograph. Especially, children. Today I went to the office after staying home for a few days. I needed to check the work progress there. At lunchtime, I went to my favourite restaurant beside my company for lunch. Although Phoebe always accompanied
CATHERINE... I opened my eyes and was greeted by the white ceiling of the hospital ward. The continuous beeping sound of the machine has become a routine sound now... A soft touch on my hand made me turn to the side. Edward was asleep holding my hand. Sitting on the chair beside my bed, he kept his head beside me. I swallowed hard. It's like a dream to see him this way. Caring for me, loving me... I never thought that in this life it would be possible. But, here we are. Just when I thought I had lost everything the wheel of my gate turned and brought me again to the same man who never loved me in the past, in a new way. I don't know if the incident with Regina was a curse or a blessing to me but that incident Brought back my memories... Yes, I regained the memories that I lost four years ago. I remember every single incident and every single person now. I remember who loved me dearly and who hurt me brutally. That night when Sophia saved me, she also told me about my daughters...
CATHERINE... "Really?! There is a little baby here!?" Adelaide blinked in surprise, curiously watching my flat stomach. Edward chuckled, "Of course, she does." "Then why can't I see it" She asked again. Her little mind was so confused right now. "Well, the baby is very tiny now. Once your mommy eats healthy and takes rest, the baby will grow slowly." He explained to her patiently. "Oooh." She once again looked at my belly and pointed at it. "Was I also in there?" She asked. Immediately my heart clenched more tightly recalling the past when I found out I had twins in my womb. As if it was just yesterday and today, I only have one. "Yes, you were in there for months before you came out." I heard my husband replying to our daughter."Ooh." She slowly gets close to my belly, "Can I touch it?" She asked with anticipation. Smiling softly, I held her little hand and kept it on my belly. "Whoa..." She gasped, "It's soft. Can The baby feel my touch?" "Hmm, it can." Replied Edward. "Not
EDWARD... I watched Catherine fall asleep and the gentleness I had in me was slowly gone. Carefully placing her head on the pillow and covering her with the quilt, I walked out of the room and found Liam had already lured Della to sleep. I took her and let her sleep beside her mother. Immediately, Catherine's unconscious mind held her possessively which made me smile. Well, a mother is always a mother no matter even if she is in sleep. Kissing both my ladies I walked out again and asked Liam to take care before I went to the open space, away from them where Addison was waiting for me. "How is ma'am now?" He asked with devotion. "Hmm, she is fine now," I replied, looking out at the dark night. "Will you go out today, sir?" "Hmm... Let's go." Finally, after three days I walked out of the hospital. These days, Addison kept bringing me clothes as I did not leave Catherine for a second. Even did not even let our daughter leave. Liam would bring her out from time to time so she was
CATHERINE... I entered home with my husband and daughter, while Liam and another guard brought our things inside. It feels good to return home finally. Can't wait to go back to our London home. Our real home. The Servants who were on vacation, returned and Edward strictly advised me to not do any sort of work, even though I was not allowed to pick up Della. Though I think it was a little too much, I love this side of him. It was a dream and now it has finally come true. I want to cherish these moments well. The anger, the heartbreak, it was all in the past. Though the death of my other daughter and no news of Sophia still haunt me, I am trying my best to live in the present and not dwell in the past that couldn't return. Edward already declared that we would return home in a few days, before that I needed to meet Marco. Only he could help me this time. "Hey love, what are you thinking?" Edward's gentle tone and soft kisses broke my thoughts, making my back arch. His warm lips car
CATHERINE... After lunch, Edward had to join an important meeting and I went to see my daughter. In front of her room, Liam was standing. Seeing him, my heart shivered. I might have kept this subject in the second in my priority list, but it's not less important. I really need to know what CHAIRMAN Roullard want now. Edward did not know but there was a huge part of my past I have never opened to anyone and I wouldn't like to open it in the future either... Slowly I looked at my wrist which was covered with foundation. That R.R. Once I return to London, I will make sure to dissolve this from my hand. Previously, I kept it to remind myself to not repeat the same mistakes my mother had made which influenced me to escape. Time passed by and here I am again... More confident and stronger than before. Now, I don't need it anymore. I walked toward her room and Liam turned to me. "Hello, ma'am." He greeted. "How are you feeling now?" He asked politely. I pressed a cold smile on my face,
CATHERINE ... Soon, Addison came and picked me up. When the car stopped in front of the Agosti Corporation, I asked him to wait for me and went inside alone. Addison did not refuse as he knows once I am in the building, I am secure. I am very well known to the company, so no one stopped me and even greeted me. Entering the lift, I slowly removed my locket and placed it in my bag. The lift opened to the Chairman's office as I walked out. Marco's assistant stood up seeing me and greeted me. "Is he inside?" I asked and he nodded. "Yes, sir is waiting for you." Thanking him, I knocked on the door and walked in. Seeing me, Marco smiled and came to me. "Hey, how are you?" He asked as we hugged. "I am good and what about you? How are things with Bianca?" Marco scratched his back, he was a little shy, "She is fine too. As you know already, we are together now and trying to overcome our past mistakes." "That's good, people learn from the past," I said. "So, what is it? You seemed so....