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2024-02-19 07:00:11Ethan’s POV
I was grateful that Layla came to see me.
“Have you eaten anything today?” Layla asked, and I realised I hadn’t taken anything
“No” I replied
“Have you eaten?” I asked
“no, I haven’t,” Layla said
I offered to take us out for breakfast, and Layla agreed
“Let me finish up with this document, and then we can leave”, I said
“Okay” Layla responded
I buried myself with work, trying so hard to stay concentrated and not look at Layla.
I finished up with work and stood up
“Let’s go,” I said
Layla stood up just about that time and crashed into me. I felt a spark as we made contact and froze
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Nicole’s POV I wouldn't say I liked the fact that Sedar could call me anytime. I needed to gain my freedom, especially now that I am with a child. I grabbed some fruits on my way home. I had different cravings lately, and now I wanted fruits. I took a cab home. I arrived at the gates of the house and took a deep breath. and I knew I couldn’t explain to Ethan or tell him the truth about what was going on. I walked into the house quietly and met Ethan by the door. Ethan offered to carry the fruits and carried them to the kitchen. “Did you go to the hospital?” Ethan asked “yes, I did. The doctor said everything is fine”, I lied “Okay, are you fine?” Ethan His question took me aback. It sounded almost as if Ethan cared about me. “I’m fine,” I said and walked into my room. I received a text from Sedar and opened it to see the number of the man he promised me. I was happy; I was making progress, and I might finally get what I’ve always wanted. I ran the tap over my head and t
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Layla POVI explained everything that happened to Richard and Bridget. I was grateful for their support. Time had gone, and Richard had to spend the night at mine.I had three rooms and suddenly had an idea. “What do you think about moving in with us?” I asked Richard“You want me to move here,” Richard asked “yes, if you don’t mind. I think it would help us communicate better,” I said“I don’t even know what to say,” Richard said, looking at Bridget “Just say yes,” Bridget said, still eating her ice cream “Okay, if that is what you want,” Richard said“Do you want me to pick you up with your luggage?” I asked excitedly“No, I can manage on my own”, Richard said“Please pass the ice cream, Bridget, it’s not for only you”, I said “Okay ma, take everything off”, Bridget said, pouting“I just want to have a taste, Bridget. I didn’t ask for everything”, I said and took a spoonful “How about we watch a movie before going to bed?” I suggested “I’m not watching horror o,” Bridget said
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Ethan’s POVI dragged Violet out in order to rescue her from the other family members. I was able to excuse us from the meeting.“thank you,” Violet said“You are welcome. I see you came with your car,” I said“Yes, I did. I’ll be fine, don’t worry,” Violet said“Okay, I’ll see you later then”, I said, entering my car“See you soon”, Violet said and zoomed off.I drove out of the family house and went straight to the house. I entered the gates and noticed Nicole was inside.I remembered the last encounter I had with Layla, and I couldn’t help but smile. I wanted that opportunity again, and I realised I shouldn’t have let her go at all.I came out of the car and went into the house. I
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Ethan’s POV I prepared myself for the meeting with Layla. I took extra time dressing and organising myself. I was going to ask if she wanted us to take things further. The thought of seeing her made me happy. I hummed out of the house joyfully. I entered my car and drove to her favourite restaurant. I was earlier than usual so I could order her a meal before she arrived. I walked into the restaurant and ordered her favourite breakfast combo while waiting for her. After a while, I saw a cab drive in. I wondered why Layla had to carry a cab. I watched in anticipation as the car opened, but it all dropped as I saw her PA come down from the car. I expected Layla to come down after the PA, but the cab man just drove away. Layla's pa walked into the restaurant and sighted me in no time. I waved at her, and she came to the table. “Good morning, sir,” Bridget said “Good morning, Bridget, right,” I asked “Yes, Bridget”, Bridget responded “Where is Layla,” I asked “Oh, were you expe
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Layla’s POVI watched as Bridget left with the cab, and I went back upstairs to sleep. I left Aria with Richard and asked him to please take care of Aria till I came back downstairs.I was tired and needed the rest. I went upstairs and slept off for a while. I woke up and went to prepare lunch.I looked around for Aria and Richard and found them playing in Aria’s room. I opened the door, winked at Richard, and closed the door closely.I went back to check the food and prepped the sauce. I waited till the rice was ready and made the sauce. I heard the sound of the bell and went to open the door.I opened the door, and Bridget walked in.“How was the meeting?” I asked“It went well, and he seemed shocked to meet me instead of you, but the meeting went well,” Bridget said
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