Author’s POVElla sighed heavily in the room once Edward had departed, reflecting on the decision she had made to offer herself to him. It required a great deal of strength and courage for her to do this arduous task. Despite the fact that she has experienced failure, she has put a lot of thought into what she is offering today. She is not sure if she has the power to do that again. Could she be able to offer herself a second chance? She doesn’t know herself, but she will never let herself roam around the past any longer and tried to create a new, happy family with Mark…However, before she could go with further thoughts about her and Mark, she stopped because of the phone vibration. She glanced at it and the next moment stretch her arm to pick up it.When she saw her ex-boyfriend Roy had messaged her. She was hesitant to open the message, but after a deep breath, she finally read the message.‘I’m sorry, Ella. Please give me a chance to explain. I’ll wait for your reply.’Reading th
Eva’s POVLast night was a truly tough one for me. I happened to walk into the kitchen and saw Mark and Mom hugging each other intimately, and I didn't know how to react. I was so stunned that I couldn't even bring myself to say anything, so I just plastered a fake smile, on my face, walked back to my room, and shut the door. As soon as I was alone, I couldn't hold back the tears anymore. It's just so hard seeing something like that and feeling like I have nowhere to turn. And before I know it, I'm verge of tears.Yes, it might seem silly for me to be crying right now, especially since everything was crystal clear from the start. From the moment I met Mark, to when we made our deal, to when I fell for him, and ultimately when the deal came to an end - it was all clear for both of us. However, it's natural to feel emotional when dealing with matters of the heart, especially when you've invested a lot of time and energy into it. It's hurt you badly.Now, I can admit that my forecast
Eva's POVAs I walked through the corridor, My eyes roamed outside through a window, and I found Mark's car parked just in front of the main door, and he was standing outside.Gosh! Why did he come here? Is he wanted to talk with me? But why? There is nothing left for us. My love is one-sided, and our deal is finally over. He should behave just like before after Mom comes. Then why is he trying so hard to talk to me alone while I'm ignoring him? Should I talk to him for the last time and make everything clear? I was in mid thoughts when I felt someone's hand on my shoulder, and the next moment, Nish's voice came to make me realize she was still beside me.Oh no, I can't believe I forgot she was with me. I hope she didn't catch me staring at Mark."Hey, what are you looking at so seriously?" She questioned while her eyes moved to see outside. However, she did not know about Mark. Therefore, there is no way she notices me looking at him.Realizing that, I felt relief and turned to her
Eva’s POVNish’s Home“Eva, are you serious right now? How could you sleep with your Mom’s man?” Nish looked at me with a deep frown, which made me break into tears at last, feeling guilty and wrong, “I know; I made a huge mistake and, more importantly, made an insane deal with him.” I covered my face with my palm feeling hurt and pain.“Eva…” She hugged me suddenly, which made me stunned. “I don’t get angry with you. But I’m worried. What will you do now? When do you fall in love with him? Can you see him with your Mom? Can you hide your feelings your whole life when the person is staying in your own house? Can you do that, Eva?” I shake my head in denial, “It’s hard, Nish. I truly love him, but it was one-sided. And most importantly, even if it’s mutual, I don’t think I got the courage to hurt my Mom.” “You should think about that when you take a first step. Why did you do that?” She asked, and I suddenly realized when it was truly starting, “Nish, It’s because of me. I’m the one
Mark's POVThe college was very close to closing its doors. But, on the other hand, I do not see Eva emerging from that location.When I realized that I had wasted my time by staying here, my brows twisted with deep sense, and at last, I decided to go inside.Nearly all the students were gone; I could guess she was also gone. Despite my better judgment, I approached the watchman and asked him one last time for any information he had."Excuse me," I say to the watchman, who is ready to lock the college iron door."Yes." He looked at my side."Are all the students left? I mean..." "By any chance, is there any student left inside?" My question got his attention, and he politely answered, "Sir, everyone left already, even the teacher. This is college closing time.""I see. Thank you." I nodded and left him with his work.I walked to the car and hit the glass with my fist in anger, saying, "Damn it! She left without letting me notice."All my veins popped out in anger and frustration. Th
Eva's POVNish's House"Thank you, Nish, for helping me out." I decided to stay at Nish's house for tonight and get my mind clear alone. "It's alright, Babe. You did right to choose to stay here. You can stay as much as you want. Anyway, my parents are on a trip, and I am staying alone for now. So we both could give company to each other. I smiled at her words, and at last, we spent half the night talking where. I told her about Mark and my calculation, and she gave me some random suggestions to help me out with a decision. After she fell asleep, I walked to the room window and looked at the moon with a deep sigh. I hope I can manage to do what I think. The next day"Are you ready to go college?" Nish smiled."Yup, Let's go." I smiled back."You look better from yesterday." She chuckled."It's all because of you." My words made her smile warm."Aww! I'm glad I was helped." She responded, and I nodded, "You did great help. Now, I can think better because of you." "Let's go college
Eva’s POVIt was dinner time. Mark is already home. At first, he looked a little surprised to see me home, but it was just momentarily before his eyes turned dull and his expression colder. He almost ignored me the whole dinner time and talked to Mom casually about his office day. I felt invisible in that situation. I was not a necessary part of there and was just there as an extra.I was worried about seeing this, and now, watching them both smiling and talking, forgetting about me. I felt upset and could not concentrate any longer on eating. “Mom, I’m done with eating. I’m going back to my room.” I stand from my seat. “But sweetie, you almost did not touch your food. Are you feeling unwell anyway?” She looked at me worried, but I noticed Mark from the corner eyes; he just continued eating without raising his head at all. He all focused on his food. I felt annoyed, ‘No, Mom, I had pizza with Nish before returning. Sorry not to tell you.” “It’s okay. If that’s the case, you can go
Eva's Point of ViewIt's been a few days, and Mark still gives me the cold shoulder. He pretended to smile in front of Mom, but in truth, he really didn't want to sit or chat with me, and instead of feeling relieved, I became even more sad. But I don't have the right to feel that way. 'Knock!''Knock!"Are you still studying?" When I heard the pounding, I turned around to see Mom standing there, all smiles."No, Mom," I say, "it's just a revision." I said as she stepped inside and tapped my shoulder, "Got it. But don't work too hard." I nodded in response and immediately observed her party outfit."Mom, are you going somewhere?" "So, you've finally noticed I'm dressed up?" She giggled briefly before continuing, "Yes, I'm going on a date with Mark.""D-Date?" My voice was trembling from astonishment. Hearing that, as far as I can tell, they are really planning their future together. Now I understand why he is no longer interested in me. Because he has already discussed his future
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