KEIRA. Sebestian promised to get our flight ready a day after. I couldn't leave without properly discussing with Elena.. We didn't get to spend time at the wedding. I knew Kelvin was going to ask questions about our travel back to Germany. I guess I'm becoming push and pull. Schools were still on vacation and since I didn't make the decision of staying in New York, it was better going back to Germany before school resumed. It wasn't quite a hectic morning, I had finished getting our luggages ready for the next day.. our flight to Germany would be the next day. Kelvin was busy watching Coco melon with his tablet while seated on the couch. Even though he would be turning five soon, I can't believe Coco melon still fascinates him so much. I smiled after watching him for some time before I continued strolling through my phone. The door bell rang and before I could stand up from the couch, Clara was already getting to the door. “I will get it…” She said, approaching the door instant
KEIRA. My body froze when I saw George standing outside the house. How on earth? So soon? I knew that coming to New York, he would definitely find me anywhere in seconds. I breathed a deep sigh, not knowing if I should open the door or not. But I already ended things with him,did he think I was lying? “Mommy, is it Daddy?” Kelvin asked me and I shook my head.“Kelvin.. can you go and play with aunt Clara?” I inquired and he nodded before leaving the parlour. The doorbell rang again and I inhaled a deep sigh, trying my nerves down. This was the last one, not like he would see for the time being and like Sebestian said, he doesn't have an opinion in my life anymore. I opened the door and our gazes locked. “Hi, Bambi….” George grinned widely at me the moment I opened the door, causing my heart to skip instantly.. Bambi? Not Keira? It has been ages since I heard that name. It hits differently each fucking time.. And why was there this non stop grin on his face? It is making my heart
KEIRA. The anger in George's eyes was way too much. It's all my fault for causing this mess. It's all my fault, I can't help but feel so guilty, I keep blaming myself. George didn't even realize he pushed me back to the floor, when he got to his senses, he drew away from Sebestian and turned to me, staring at me with no words.. “Are you okay?” Sebestian asked me, his breathing erratic, he had sustained a lot of cuts on his face due to George's punching. George had wanted to say something but swallowed it up as a bitter chuckle escaped his lips. He stood to his feet, clenching his fists. Sebestian managed to crawl to my direction, checking me out even though he had himself to worry about. “You bastard….” George snarled in a low voice, I could sense the intense fury from the tone of his voice. I sat helpless on the floor, this wasn't what I wanted. I can't believe this is happening. I instantly stood up and grabbed George's arms as he shoved me off. “Please… it is my fault, Sebest
KEIRA. A week had passed since I stayed back in New York and since George found out Sebestian had a hand in my disappearance. Most times I couldn't tell what really went on in George's mind. He had never showed up since then,he hasn't. I shouldn't be feeling disappointed but I did, I didn't expect him to be happy. Sebestian and I lied to him for five years but it's not like I didn't have a genuine reason, I was protecting Kelvin and yes, he doesn't know that so I would never blame him. But why did a part of me wish he would show up? I missed him so much, I really did. Whenever I look at Kelvin, I'm glad I took the decisions but most times, it can be very overwhelming..Sebestian visited us most times in the apartment and I know I owe him a lot, I didn't want to continue being a burden to Sebestian, he had tried so much for the past five years. I just wanted to find a job and start afresh in New York so that I can be able to find afford an apartment and Kelvin's needs too. I think
KEIRA. I have never been happier, especially ever since I got hired at the interior designing firm. Today was my first day of work at the firm, it was just a small firm located on the 18th floor of a skyscraper building. Work starts at 9:00am as I was told but I left as early as 8:00 because I didn't want to be late or tagged as incompetent on my first day.I just took an elevator and arrived at the floor. The moment I came out of the elevator, my eyes landed on George in his navy blue suit and my heart skipped instantly as I whirled over to avoid his gaze.. His hair was neatly slicked back while some strands fell over his face. He had completely dyed his beards black. What the heck was he doing here? I inhaled a deep breath and exhaled, trying to calm my racing heart down.. “Miss Miller..” He called out and I gently turned after counting to three..“What are you doing here?” I asked, my voice low. I was hiding my eyes away from meeting those hazel eyes. I scanned my eyes around t
KEIRA. I found myself unable to push George away, I found myself getting greedy. I know I should be staying away from him. If he finds out about Kelvin, he would definitely disregard us, won't he? I wanted to remind myself that I took this decision for Kelvin. A child can't bear to be rejected by the father but I couldn't push George away either. It's been so long since I had the feeling of being in his embrace. The feeling of being safe in someone's arms. George pulled away and watched me closely. His hazel eyes fixed on me but my chin was dipped, I bet I have turned into a cartoon of tomatoes. I wish the ground would open and swallow me so that I can disappear from his presence. “We should grab lunch together during lunch hours. Perhaps some other time….” He offered and I shook my head in disapproval, still not lifting my gaze. “Look at me, Bambi” he demanded, his hands instantly tilting my jaw up as I stilled. He saw my red face, he saw my tomato face. God, I feel so embarrass
SEBASTIAN. “After work tomorrow, perphaps we should go on a date?” I asked and Keira raised her gaze to me, staring at me with no words coming forth. This wasn't the first time I had asked Keira out on a date but she mostly declined and asked me to give her more time. I have given her the whole time in the world, I don't care if she still loves George, they won't be ending up together again. More reason I wanted her to stay in New York,I can accept the fact that she still loves him, I don't mind as long she is by my side but I would never accept the fact of them coming back together again. I gave up my loyalty to George because of it. I can't lose on both sides. I planned on asking her to be my girlfriend if she agreed to come to the date. If Keira stays in New York, we can date openly and see each other as much as we wanted. Going to Germany most times was such a hassle. George has found out so there was no need hiding again. Keira kept staring at me with no words coming forth. W
KEIRA. The air was a bit awkward after George planted that peck on my lips. My body shuddered and I know my cheeks went red again. Why was he even calling me red cheeks? I thought he said he wouldn't be coming to the company that much.. Was that a lie to keep me working at the firm? I can't even explain myself, I didn't know why my body quivered with excitement when he planted that kiss on my lips and now I'm alone in the elevator with him, it feels like my heart would burst out of my chest. I swallowed hard,keeping my gaze fixed on the button that had floor numbers. “Breathe, Bambi. I won't bite you…” He muttered and I rolled my eyes..“Why did you even come? Didn't you say you won't be coming. You are making me uncomfortable..” I grumbled. “uncomfortable? Or you just want to hold me tight? You don't have to hold yourself back” George said boldly. “George..” I called in a warning voice. “Okay. I came because I have a mission.. I won't waste time. Are you going to have lunch wi