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His sidepiece The water bottle
EMMA.The warmth of the sun gently pulled me up from my deep sleep. I opened my eyes gently, still in doubt that I could move.I tried moving a finger, and to my surprise, it actually moved!It moved!I wasn't hallucinating.I smiled gently. Just as I was about to turn to check who was beside me, I heard a little mumble.I needed no one to tell me it was a man. What man was beside my bed?In curiosity, I turned around and to my surprise, the sheriff was there.He was in a black t-shirt, and jeans. He laid lazily on the couch, and if my presumptions were right, he had slept here overnight.How did he know I was here?I was still trying to compile everything when he stirred awake.As soon as he noticed I was awake too, he sprung up.His shirt was ruffled on his chest, and the arms hugged his huge muscles.He rubbed at his darkened eyes gently before speaking to me.“How are you?” He asked, gently.I wanted to reply, but I was still too awestruck to speak.How did he end up here? How di
Last Updated : 2024-11-25His sidepiece Definitely better than the voices in your head.
EMMAI couldn't believe I ended up on the floor. I laid still, unable to move. All my joints were hurting, and my muscles felt like jelly.I groaned as I felt an inner pain on my waist.I closed my eyes, trying to push back tears.These days, it felt like all I did was cry. Every little thing caused my eyes to be teary, and I hated it. I hated being weak. I hate being vulnerable. I hated being unable to help myself.“Fuck this shit!” I cursed out in frustration, wiping my eyes.I was still thinking of a way to get myself either the water or a way to my bed when I heard the door open. I craned my neck to find Kristina at the door.As soon as she saw me, her eyes widened and she gasped. Literally everything in her hands fell to the floor, and she rushed towards me.“Emma! Are you okay?” She asked, touching my body.I groaned as she touched this idea that hurt. “My eyes are open, so I'm definitely fine.”“You're on the floor!” She exclaimed.As she saw the wounds on my hands, she gasped l
Last Updated : 2024-11-25His sidepiece Life savers
EMMA.Kristina's words might have not completely changed my mind from the aspect of death, but it did give me a new perspective. “Emma, I am always here for you. I have always been and I forever will be. Nothing will ever change that,”“I know,” I admitted.Deep down, I knew that Kristina would always be there, come rain or sunshine, she would never leave me, but that was the problem.I was a burden.“If you know that, why would you consider making such a horrible decision? Why would you knowingly hurt yourself? You're better than this.”“No, I'm not. I am most definitely not. I am a burden. I am a problem everyone keeps trying to solve. All I do is bring worry, and pain. Look at it now, I've brought on a new worry for you. You were not supposed to spend more than two days here, but I already know you're considering taking a week off just so you can take care of me because I’m a burden. All I do is bring issues, and problems. I don't do anything good. I can't make any good decisions.
Last Updated : 2024-11-25His sidepiece Bonding.
EMMA.“I'm genuinely tired of talking about how unfair life is, can we please change the mood?” Kristy smiled gently at me, “anything for you. What do you want to talk about?”“The hot waiter from last night,”Kristy's smile faltered slightly.“What's wrong?”“Oh, nothing. I never called.”“Why?”“Why should I call? I'll be here for a short while, and I'm not ready for anything serious. Moreover, do I want to be whoring around? It's not who I am.”“You lost the paper, didn't you?” I asked, slyly.Kristina loved to flirt, nothing could change that.She burst out laughing, “yes, I did.” She confirmed, “I had brought it out, and was about to call when I heard something about a girl drowning herself, and us having to evacuate the premises. I had left there to find you, and when I couldn't, I panicked and I can't even remember where I dropped the paper. It's gone now, and so is my delicious man.” Her face bent into a frown,“Aw. Sorry. Maybe you'll meet him again somewhere. You know, silv
Last Updated : 2024-11-25His sidepiece My world collapsed.
EMMAThe whole day passed with me hearing of how incompetent the world was from Kristina and my mother. I laid there while they exchanged information, and occasionally fed me. It seemed like I was just an excuse for them to actually bond, and complain together.It was tiring, and boring, but at least I had people with me.Due to both their presence, the nurses came often, checking on me, and administering care, but of course, everything they did was still not up to Kristina's taste.I looked out the window to see the sun was already about to set.Kristina was lying lazily on the armchair, while my mother had snuggled up next to me. I wasn't exactly thick so there was enough space for her.“Zara and the kids should be on their way by now,” my mother said out loud as she checked her phone.“So soon?” I asked, surprised.Of course I knew they would visit but for some reason I didn't think it would be so soon.“Is it too early? You don't want visitors now?” My mother asked,“No, it's not
Last Updated : 2024-11-26His sidepiece A return?
ISABELLA Alex was out late for the first time. It wasn't all too late, but it was late. I had gotten no prior texts, or calls to inform me he would be late.That was the first sign that things were off, or maybe I was just being paranoid.It was exactly twelve minutes past nine when Alex got home. That wasn't his usual standard. He was often back before eight. What had gone wrong? “Busy day?” I asked, as he stepped in.I was too dirty to hug him. I had been in the garden most of the day.He didn't respond.Instead, he walked upstairs.That was fair. Maybe he needed some space. Not everyday was a good day at work.I dropped off my glove in the trash can, dumping the apron in the laundry. I would deal with that later.I would give him some time to rest, then after that we could have a chat, and maybe I could make him feel better.I rinsed my hand in the sink, trying to recall what else I was supposed to do. I had made dinner already, and it was currently heated up.Oh, the books. I n
Last Updated : 2024-11-26His sidepiece He was calling.
EMMA.I dropped the phone immediately. I never wanted to hear that voice ever again.I stared into the blank wall. The irony that he would call me a night after the night I tried to end my life because of him.He chose Isabella. He made the decision. He dumped me. He left me. He refused me. He disgraced me. He lied to me. Why was he back?What did he want?I waited for him. For years, I waited for him. I waited for him to treat me right, I waited for him to treat me right. I shouldn't have, and I know that, but I did. I stayed with him because I loved him. He told me he loved me. He promised to fight for me, but it was just all a lie.Fuck him. Fuck his love. Fuck his lies.I didn't want him anymore. Isabella could have him. Anyone could. I couldn't care less.“Emma,” Kristy called me, gaining my attention, I turned to her, “yes?”“Are you okay?” She asked.“I’m fine.”“Are you sure?”“Most definitely,” I replied with a broad smile.She nodded, and returned her attention back to her
Last Updated : 2024-11-26His sidepiece The accusation.
EMMA.I didn't even know when I picked up the call.It was just impromptu. I didn't think about it.I should have thought. I stared at the screen, not wanting to speak first.Seconds went by, and I thought he would never speak up. We both kept breathing into the phone.“Hello…” his voice came out slowly.From the way it sounded, I could tell he was stressed. Who wouldn't be?Life was fishing different forms of stress our way.“Hello,” he said into the phone again, and that was when I realized I had to reply.“oh, hey” I replied, in a hushed tone.I looked around, wishing I could walk out at this moment.I didn't want anyone to accidentally wake up, and hear my conversation with Alex, especially Kristina. She would be disappointed.He heaved a sigh of relief. “You're the one,” he said,Of course, I was the one. Who did he think would pick up my phone?“ I am,” I replied.He released another breath in relief.I wanted to ask about all I had read, but I wanted him to talk about it first
Last Updated : 2024-11-27
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His sidepiece THE END.
EMMA“You know what? Prepare, we are going out for dinner tonight.” I giggled at his words. He was radiating excitement. “You're so excited about this,” I said, again.“Who wouldn't be?” He asked,“Having the best woman in the world bring your child is one of the best gifts life could ever give to me. I feel like we need to plan a more elaborate celebration.” He said,I watched as he moved around.“I'll get a makeup artist, and some designers over. The dinner won't be tonight, it'll be tomorrow. I need to plan this dinner specially. It needs to be a celebration to remember.”I smiled widely at him, “all this for a child that hasn't been born yet?”“Of course.” He exclaimed.THE NEXT DAY.I had been bursting with excitement ever since I got back from my doctor's office. It had been confirmed that I was a three weeks pregnant. The makeup artist had arrived an hour later, alongside the designers.I sat still as they worked professionally, giving me the outlook I had chosen.Samuel had
His sidepiece An entirety of me.
EMMASIX MONTHS LATER.I stared at the strip test, not knowing what to think. There were two red lines on it. I wiped my eyes, then looked at it again. Two lines.My attention diverted as I heard footsteps approach the door. A knock followed, and then he spoke, “babe, are you in there?” He asked,I wiped my nose of the snot before answering, “yes,” I replied.“Are you alright?” He asked, again.“Um, yeah.”“Are you sure?”“Yes.“Are you still feeling nauseous? I could get a doctor to come over.”I really wished he would stop pondering with tons of questions, but I knew Samuel enough to know that he wouldn't rest until he was convinced that I was healthy.“I'm fine. I'm actually fine,”“You don't sound fine...but I'll be in the kitchen if you ever need me.”“Thanks,” I curtly replied.My eyes fell back on the strip in my hands. I should have been excited, I should have been jumping with ecstasy, but I didn't know what to feel. I didn't know how to react.I leaned forward, placing my h
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EMMAAs I approached Isabella, she eventually paused then turned around. I watched as she crossed her arms across her chest, “what do you want?” She asked ,with a sneer.“I want to talk,”She chuckled. “You want to talk. After years of ruining my marriage, you want us to talk? What do you want to talk about?” She spat,I pleaded an arm forward. “Please, just calm down. I have left Alex, haven't I?” She hissed, “We know you only left my husband because you found another site to dig your gold.” I sighed, “you have every right to be mad at me, and to have awful thoughts about me.” I continued, she only glared harder, “I just want you to know that I am sorry. I truly am. I have wronged you in many different ways-”“And you'll do it again.” She cut in.I sighed deeply, “no, I won't. I won't do it again, because I'm sorry. I have left Alex.”“Oh, no no no. You can have him. Gone are the days when I wanted him. You can fucking have him. I'm done with him.”I sighed, “fine. For what it's wo
His sidepiece The confession
EMMA I stared at him in shock. He couldn't be serious, could he?“What do you mean?” I asked, confused.“I already knew.” He repeated,He had a sly smile on his lips. I was too stunned to speak. Could this be a dream? A crazy dream. I blinked twice.How could my mother tell him, and not tell me.He saw the confusion on my face, and began to speak, “I know you're confused, but let me explain. Your mother and I already talked about you before you arrived at manhattan.” He explained, “she always complained about you and Alex and how she wished you would always leave him. When I met you at first, I didn't know you were her daughter, but as time passed, I found out.”“Why didn't you say anything?”“You said you weren't ready to talk about it and I didn't want to force you.”I don't know what to say, “I-I…if you knew, why did you still stay with me?”“I met, and studied you. I realized you were more than just a silly affair. Emma, your affair went viral, there's barely anyone who doesn't
His sidepiece My mother
ISABELLAI watched as Chris's face bent into a frown. I expected him to stand up to Alex, and claim his position, but either he was too chicken or just knew his place, so he stepped back. Alex stood before me, and I ensured I had anything but the slightest of smiles on my face.I watched as he skimmed me from head to toe. “You look…stunning,” he said,I couldn't remember the last time he had looked at me like that, or even looked at me at all.“Are we going to dance, or will you keep gawking at me?” I asked, raising a brow.He took a step back, “let's dance,” he said, stretching forth his hands. I took it, and followed him to the dance floor.The song chosen was a slow, and soulful one. We danced rhythmically, with his hands on my waist, and mine on his shoulders.I took a whiff of bus perfume, and my knees weakened. Alex never played with scent, and that was one of his most attractive attributes. The dance continued, and I silently searched for El through the crowds. It was hard t
His sidepiece first dance
ISABELLA A knock pounded on my door. I knew it could be no one else but him.“Come in,” I said, applying the final touches to my makeup. I knew he wasn't aware that I had changed my mind and would be attending.I listened as the door opened, and he stepped in.“You're coming,” he simply stated,“Yes.” I replied, dropping my lipstick. I stared at my reflection in the mirror, “do you have a problem with that?” I asked, facing him.“No,” he replied, but I could clearly hear the tension in his voice.“What? You don't like that I'll be able to see you stalking her?” I wanted to ask, but I suppressed it. Talking about Emma had gotten me nowhere. It was time to play fair.I picked up my bag. “Can we go now?” I asked,I watched as his eyes fell on my legs. My dress wasn't exactly short, but it held my curves accentuating my look. The dress had an open back, and thin arms, giving way for me to show off my toned skin. My hair was down to my shoulders, and I had red lipstick on.I watched as h
His sidepiece A comeback
EMMA.The burial was done soon enough, and I wanted nothing more than to return home. New York just felt like the place where all bad things happened to me. I didn't want to return here.I silently remembered Kate and Faith. Both had been unable to make it for the burial, and although I wanted to be infuriated, I knew I couldn't blame them. Faith was in the last month of her trimester, and her husband had informed me she was due at any date. I couldn't risk her losing the baby due to a heart attack from such a news, so we kept it away from her.Kate on the other hand had relocated out of the country with her husband. I was wise enough to know the expenses for returning back were too much. She could repay her respects later on.God, how did we get separated so soon? I always thought we would all grow old together. I sighed. Truly, Kristina had left all she owned in my care, and I didn't know what to do with it. I wasn't sure I wanted to sell the house just yet, but I didn't know what
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EMMAAfter days of trial and error, we had finally been able to get Kristina laid to rest. I had thought that by now, I would have left the denial stage, but that was a lie. I was still in denial as much as ever. My mind just couldn't grasp her not being alive and with me. It made no sense.I crossed my arms across my chest as the priest read from the bible. I looked around. Not even one of her family members had made an attempt at attending. Samuel had offered to invite his family to stand in, and luckily, they all did. I was eternally grateful for that.I looked around. The only person that wasn't seated was Samuel's mother. She had excused herself minutes ago.I sniffed, trying to push back the tears that had been formed in my eyes.What would happen to our dreams of growing old together? They were all just…gone! Just like that! Everything we had budgeted.Samuel held my hands tight. He hasn't known Kristina for the longest time, but even he knew how kind of a person she was. If o
His sidepiece A burial to plan.
EMMA.Okay. This resemblance was beyond extraordinary. I stared at her for a long time trying to decipher if I could spot any difference between her and Kristina. Finally, I closed my eyes.If I hadn't seen Kristina's body rotting on that floor, I would have been so confused she was the one.“Any problem, ma'am?” She asked,I shook my head.Samuel helped me place an order. I sat still, not knowing what to say or do.“Hey,” Samuel said, bowing his head to meet mine.Tears had piled up in my eyes. I wanted feedback from the cops. I wanted to know what had happened to my best friend. “Have you heard anything?” I asked,He picked up his phone, and scrolled through, “nothing yet,” he said, dropping his phone.I sighed. “They're not taking this seriously enough! They need to do better!” I screamed,He touched my back, “darling, I'll ensure that they work faster and put this at the top of their books.”“Thank you,” I thanked him.I was drained. “I want to go home. I'm tired.” I said,and by
