“Hey, Mom!” Eva awkwardly picks up the call. “How are you, Darling? I miss you so much.” Hearing her mom, she took a deep breath and turned to look at sleeping Mark beside her, “Me too,” Her tone was mild and low. “I know, Dear,” She could hear sighing her mother. “Mom, what happened? Why do you sound low?” She tried to ask her. “Nothing, I just want to come back. I don’t feel like staying here any longer.” listening to her, Eva’s brows arched, “Is everything okay there, Mom?” She tried to inquire about it. To which her mom responds, “Yes, Honey. Everything is fine, but…” “But what, Mom?” She questioned. “I need to stay here longer than I imagined. It will take more days to come back, and I know you will be angry at this news.” Eva paused to hear her Mom’s words and believes her words were true. She would be angry at this news in the past. However, now, in reality, she is not feeling any disappointment with this news any longer. She somehow feels….she got a chance to
Author’s POVMark opens the main door slowly with the key he has because he doesn't want to disturb Eva’s sleep, ringing the doorbell. It is almost 1 pm now when he finally got back home. There are a few more files that need to be checked after ending the meeting. However, after his assistant informed him about Eva’s call. He just left the file without checking. Yes, it’s still late, but he can not do anything about that. He tiredly goes to the living area after taking off his shoes.The lights were still on there, so he just walks lazily to sit on the couch and takes off his suit jacket the next second while losing his necktie to feel more relaxed and comfortable. He leaned his head to the sofa’s head and closed his eyes for a long minute. After that, he took a long breath and opened his eyes back to stand up and walk towards the kitchen, he felt a little thirsty. For dinner, he already ate it in the office. So, no hunger. However, he was stunned to see Eva sleeping on the dining
Eva’s POV“Why this route looked similar to our last camping place?” I looked at Mark and curiously asked while he focused on driving. “Yes, you guess right, we are going to the secret forest.” He turned his face fo my direction for a single second and winked sexily with a flirty smile before moving his eyes back to driving.My mouth let out a small chuckle at his cute way of answering. After a long drive, the car stopped in front of the forest.“So, are we going to create a tent in the same place?” We both take out tent instruments from the car.Mark glanced at me and respond, “Eva, It’s all on you.” My lips curled up wide to hear him, “Alright, Then we made our tent on the riverside. Just like last time.” He nodded and we both went in the river direction.When we finally arrived there, I looked at the calm and beautiful river in front of my eyes and this made me remember my first crazy night together with Mark, which we shared lying inside the stars and moon intimately.And I als
Eva’s POV“Mark, look at the sky…” “How soon it's turned dark,” I softly stated, staring at the vast sky with admiring eyes as we both were lying straight on the soft grass. “Yeah, It’s already darkening now.” He softly responds while his finger was busy playing with my hair and his eyes are all on me no matter what I said which made me feel a little shy.However, I wanted him to look above not at me for now, so I tried to convince him, “Just look at the sky, Mark! You can see me any time!” I could hear his sexy giggle as soon as I said that.“I’m serious, Mark.” My tone turned heavy to show my annoyance to him without turning or looking at him. And the next moment, he turned calm and softly responded, “Sorry, don’t be angry,” my heart melted at his soft voice when next moment, he took my hand to his and pulled it closer to his lips to plant a kiss on it.I don't really want to accept it… But at this moment, my heart skipped a beat to his warm kiss. His tender lips felt for a long
Author’s POVA late morning when Eva woke up from sleep, she found herself alone in the tent while her mind started flashing to the last night’s craziness, the conversation, and how she ended up doing sex. “Damn Eva!”“What have you done? You almost confessed your feelings in front of him last night!” She mumbled frustrated and sighed with helplessness.Remembering how he did not react to her words at all or she can say, he did not get her words. Her mood turned frustrated.“Now, how will I face him?”“Argh!” She used her palms to cover her face, feeling annoyed to think all that and stayed in the same position for a long minute before making up her mind to go out and see him. She can not hide the whole time here, So why not early.After wearing her clothes, she comes out of the tent and looks around guessing he should be there. However, when he did not show up, she walked towards the car that was parked, a little far from the tent and soon her eyes noticed Mark who was already in
Eva’s POVMark stopped the car in front of the house.“Are you not coming inside?” I asked as I saw him not coming out of the car.“You go, I’ll go right now office. Let’s have dinner together.” He smiled and I nodded lightly feeling not stopping him. My own thought when is a complete mess right now. I think I need some space to think clearly about what I truly want.“Alright, Take care,” I responded with a tight smile which nor real.“You too.” Saying that he speeds up the car next go to leave the house and me behind.I stood on my spot for a long moment before finally taking a deep breath and turning to walk towards the house entrance.However, I noticed, the door is not locked and which my forehead was knitted in a second, “How the door is unlocked?” I mumbled to myself feeling suspicious that a random person was inside there in my house when I was absent.I slowly hold my breath feeling nervous and push the door slowly to open it completely.“Who?”“Who is inside my house?” I hesi
Mark’s POV“Mr Nelson, I’m sure this deal is going to be profitable for both parties.” The dealer smiled while shaking hands with me.“Absolutely, Mr Del,” I gave him a professional smile back, ‘Let’s discuss further things in another meeting,” I added to which he nodded with agreement. I asked my manager to walk with them outside and as soon as I left my cabin alone, I loosen the ties around my neck and moved to sit back on my chair with huffing. I closed my eyes for rest but I remembered Eva’s longing eyes which need love from me and I just cowardly not only ignored her words but tried to pretend not to understand her words.I understood every single action and word which she wanted to send me last night. But I was afraid to make a decision. I was scared to fall for her completely. She is eleven years younger than me and most importantly she is my girlfriend’s daughter. At first, I just thought I was addicted to her body but with time, I know, It’s not only lust anymore but a passi
Mark’s POV“Sir, which one would you love to buy?” The flower shopper old lady smiled gently as I was looking around for flowers to select one. “I want something unique and lovely,” I explained while my eyes still tried to search for the true one. I just hope to get something which perfect for her personality.When I was busy checking every flower, the old lady came around with red roses. “Sir, how about roses? It’s perfect for every occasion and I guess you are searching for flowers for your girlfriend or wife?” There was a bright smile craving on her face when she guessed that.“Yes, it’s someone special,” I respond.“I guess you are going to propose to your girl.”My smile turned wider as I nod to her guess.“Oh dear, then these red roses would be a brilliant choice. What do you think?” She asked, and I looked at the flower as I touched the petals, “Yes, it would be good. Please make a beautiful roses bouquet for me, Mam.” I requested, to which she instantly answered, “Absolutely
Author's POVRoy approaches Ella as soon as he sees her return while Mark remains on his spot, staring at her from afar and waiting for Eva to appear behind her."What are you talking about with Eva that it take you this long to come? Roy curiously looked at her while he placed his hand around her waist to get her closer.Ella lightly smiled and looked at him, "It's something important. That's why I think to talk now, then better be late any longer." at the end of her words, she finally stared at Mark.Mark, who already guessed what they talk. Looked at Ella with a deep gaze to hear her answer to Roy's words."I could not understand; what are you saying?" Roy's forehead lines showed up as he noticed Ella silently watching over Mark. And when he glances at Mark, he also watching over her. "Is there something going on, Ella?" He calmly moved his gaze back to Ella.On the other side, Mark noticed Eva did not back, so he walked to Ella.Roy's brows twisted to see him coming towards Ella
Author's POV"Eva?" Ella touched her arms in disbelief."What….what are you doing here, Honey?" Her eyes filled with surprise."Mom, It's because of Roy." Eva glanced at Roy and then at her. "Roy?" Ella's brows arched, "What do you mean by him?"Before Eva could answer her question, Roy walked towards them and announced, "That, I'll explain, Ella." Hearing him, Ella frowned and looked in his direction, "So, tell me, Roy. What does she mean by that word?"Roy met her serious gaze and responded, "I met her at the airport and requested her to take me to you.""What?" Her eyebrow twisted."I told her everything about us, Ella.""What did you do?" Her eyes enlarged."I'm sorry; I know you never wanted to reveal that e met again. But I need to explain everything before I can request her to come here and make her agree that I will never leave you again, that you still love me." Hearing all that, Ella looked at her daughter's side, "Eva, do you truly…."Eva knew her mother had suffered so
Author's POVAfter having a conversation, Mark and Ella are ready to go back. "I hope you remember your promise. Don't break my trust this time." Without looking in his direction, Ella said with a cold tone.Mark felt hesitant for a moment but finally nodded, "I'll never do that again, Ella." His words were just a void statement for her, but all she could care for now was to go to the airport and stop her daughter. "Alright, then I'm leaving." Saying that, Ella walked in the car direction and opened the back seat door, but as soon as she pulled the door, she heard Roy's loud voice stop her next moment, "Ella!"With shocking expression, she turned instantly to see the resource of voice and when her eyes stopped on Roy, who was standing in front of her a few meters far. She could not help but feel it was a dream, "Roy?"Her eyes turned wet.On the other side, Roy's lips curled up to see her, and soon he strides towards her.Mark, who doesn't know about the man, notices Ella's shocked
Author's POVMark and Ella are sitting on the waiting chair at the Marriage Register Office. They both looked lost in their own thoughts when the Lawyer came to them and announced, "The papers are ready now. Please follow me." There was a polite smile on the Lawyer's face.Mark and Ella lightly nodded, but their legs were almost numb to stand from their place. They both are facing emotional issues to drag their body even a bit."Mr Mark and Ms Ella, we need to go." The Lawyer humbly said out once again, and only then did they both let go of their delay and walk with him half-hearted."So…. This is the marriage register paper; please sign over it and then move two or more witnesses to sign after you." The Lawyer slid the paper and pen onto a table in front of them and explained everything. For witness, Mark got two staff from his office. For Ella, she did not invite anyone for now. Mark and Ella both glanced at a paper with hesitant hearts when the Lawyer took the initiative to speak
Author's POVAfter arriving at the airport, Eva got the news the plane had been delayed by two hours because of sudden bad weather. So, she went to the passenger waiting seats and adjusted herself there.She thought to text her Mom and take out the phone from her purse when someone pulled her hand suddenly to stop her. "What the!" She almost yelled at the person, but when she saw who it was, her eyes enlarged with disbelief, "Mark?"Mark is in front of her with an angry expression, "Are you truly wanted to leave me, Eva?" She stood from her chair in halted, "W-What are you doing here?" She tried to sound calm, but her trembling voice did not hide her stress."Eva, I told Ella everything about us. Now you can't leave me." His response made her go panic, "W-What? What did you say?""It's true, Eva. I can't marry her and lie to myself.""I love you." He let go of her wrist and held her arms.She bit her lower lips and stared into his eyes nervously, "What about Mom? How did she react?
Author's POVONE HOUR LATER"Mom, you are looking beautiful." Eva praised her mother and kissed her cheeks. "Thank you, sweetie. I appreciate it." Ella, dressed in a silk wedding gown, responds by giving her daughter a gentle kiss on the cheek with a soft grin.After checking at her Mom, she made her way to where Mark was standing beside her mother. He's dressed to the nines in a sleek black suit and gelled his hair perfectly. He looks really handsome in his attire."What are you waiting for? You should complement Mark also." Ella's sudden words caught her attention, and she awkwardly nodded before meeting Mark's deep eyes, which were staring at her only."Mark, you look stunning.....in this suit...." She gives him a compliment uncomfortably.To which Mark nodded lightly and said sarcastically, "Thank you for your precious words, Eva. But, I really wish, you could make it to our wedding" At the end of his words, he put his free arm around Ella's waist.Eva felt anguish flash throug
Author's POV"Is everything packed?" Ella glanced at the suitcase momentarily before returning her gaze to her daughter. "Yes, Mom. Everything is ready." Eva took a deep breath, feeling the heaviness over her heart to leave like this. Ella got closer and wrapped her arms around her daughter to hug her, "Mom will miss you." Her voice also turned, whispering as she sighed helplessly to see her daughter finally leaving. "Mom, I'll miss you too!" She hugged her mother back instantly while tears were almost ready to let go, but she tried not to shed them because she needed to see one last thing before leaving. "Mom, you need to get ready. You also need to leave for the court." Hearing her, Ella nodded."Yeah, Mark already went to change in his suit. I should also start doing that." Hearing that, Eva tries to nod, hiding her own pain."Yeah, sure. We will all leave together." Eva's words made her mother slightly smile and nodded, "Yeah, I know. Give me an hour. I'll be ready until then
Eva's POVIt's almost going to be 3 pm, and all I can do turning over my bed with discomfort heart. I also almost cried thinking about Mark and my memorable moment in this room. I know crying will not change anything any longer, but I wish to see him last time alone and ask for forgiveness. I just want to simply apologise to him for rejecting the love he offered me for my selfishness. I don't want to see hate in his eyes when I leave. I don't want to face the cold shoulder even when this is my last time to see him. Though I'm scared to face him right now, my heart wants to go and say my last words to him. I feel so helpless at this moment because my heart still desires him, and if, any chance, he requests me any more time to stay, I don't think I can say 'No' to him even after being headstrong. And something like that, I don't want to happen. I don't want to divert my mind from the main motive. So, I can only imagine my dream of facing him for now. Staying in bed made me feel more
Eva's POV"Are you okay?" "Do you want me to come?" While packing all my luggage in the suitcase, Nish's voice came from the other side of the phone as it was on the loudspeaker."Yeah, I'm fine. Don't worry." I respond in assurance."Hmm." She hmmed and said with an upset tone, "So, you are finally leaving tomorrow."I paused momentarily before responding, "Yeah, I guess so."I thought, after Mark knew I was leaving, he will do an argument with me, but to my surprise, he did not say anything. Now, I feel I need to apologise to him for all my actions and words. At least before saying goodbye, I need to thank him, to decide, stay with my Mom. He could leave without owing anything if he wanted, but he did not. He chooses to stay."Hey Eva, our friends want to come airport tomorrow to bid you farewell." Nish's words made me instantly stop packing and pick up the call, changing its mode from loudspeaker to normal."Nish, I have a request." I instantly replied." Request? For what?" Her