[ Claire ]My relation with Tristan was on an edgy smoothness. We aren’t very close yet he doesn’t leave any chance to make me feel wanted and pampered. We share many intimate moments, I experience and explore new things everyday with him.I am drawing closer to him and I feel I missed it all these times, a particular someone who cares for my feelings and tries to show me that he’s always there for me whenever I need him. This feeling is beyond explanation. What I feel for Tristan is conflicting, I am not able to figure it out myself.“Ma’am, where do you want me to drive? We have been rounding the city for last one hour. I have to report to Mr. Pierce.” The driver said, thus pulling me out of my trance, I looked out of the window, we were in the centre of the city.“Please, take me to the J&J Jewellery Shop.” I instructed him. It was one of the most expensive jewellery shop in the city and most of the rich people buy ornaments from them because they sell limited edition. I want to gi
[ Claire ]I couldn’t believe that the woman who gave birth to my husband. The woman who always fascinated my thoughts since I have heard a lot about her from Tristan and Thomas, most of them are bitter fragments of memories but Thomas’ views were different. He saw her as a strong willed women with a sharp vision on crucial matters and a practical approach for life.But she hurt my husband and gave him deepest scars that he isn’t able to forget till now. I shouldn’t be falling in her tricks. Maybe, she’ll try to sneak her way in Tristan’s life through me.“I can understand your confusion, Claire and I know your perception of me is influenced by Tristan’s hatred for me. I won’t blame my son. I abandoned him and I deserve his coldness. For him, I don’t exist but I love him. I never stopped loving my son.” She said when she didn’t receive any response from me.Her words sounded genuine but my life’s experiences have taught me not to fall easily, it could be an illusion, a trap.“Excuse m
[ Claire ]After having the coincidental meeting with Tristan’s mother, I decided to meet Tristan as soon as possible because it wasn’t something I could hide from him. His business might be at stake if Olivia was speaking the truth. The last thing I want is to see Tristan in troubled water.Since everyone knows that I am their bosses’ wife, I directly went to his office to meet him. He was busy discussing something with his CEO. The tensed lines on their foreheads were proofs that they were in between a serious discussion.“I am sorry for coming here unannounced but I have to tell you something very important.” I said without waiting for his reaction as I entered in his cabin. They stood up from their seats.“Good afternoon, Mrs. Pierce. I’ll leave you two alone.” Mr. Gale greeted me with a slight bow.“Good afternoon, Mr. Gale, please stay here. You need to hear what I have to say.“Claire, what happened? You look stressed.” Tristan rounded his way towards me.“Please, sit down, Tri
[ Claire ]“Here is the last dish, my signature smoked chicken in spices with steamed rice and grilled tuna fish. I have prepared Greek salad to balance the carbs.” Tristan said placing a large tray containing our food on the table. We set the dinner table at the terrace as the evening was beautiful and we wanted to enjoy family time.“It looks really delicious, Dad.” Travis’ eyes sparkled when he looked down at our lavish feast prepared by his father.“I can’t wait to dig in. Take your seat, Tristan. We’ll offer our prayer and then we’ll dig in this mouth watering feast.” I said and he took off his apron and sat between I and Travis. We said our prayers and I first took a bite from the smoked chicken.“Umm, it’s so tender and juicy, this is the best chicken of my life, I swear.” I moaned as flavours busted inside my mouth.“I am glad you like the food, Claire.” Tristan smiled widely.“Dad cooks the best grilled tuna, Mom. You should take it and then you’ll forget the chicken.” Travis
[ Tristan ]Two days have passed since my last conversation with Claire. I was glad that she didn’t try to hide it from me but a part of my heart felt hurt because she tried to prove my mother right. Perhaps, she is saying the truth but I can never trust Olivia Campbell who ruined my life. Today is the day when she gave me birth and abandoned me. She filled my childhood with scars and broke my father completely.It’s my first birthday without dad and it feels empty from inside. I can’t still digest the fact that he is gone and he isn’t coming back, ever.I removed the dried flowers and leaves from the grave of my father and placed fresh flowers. My eyes became moist. There is no one to see my weak state, just I and my father.“Hey, Dad. It’s been a long time since I last came to visit you. I am sorry. It’s my birthday and I miss you a lot. I wish you were here with me. We could have started our day with a lavish breakfast and played golf. I miss the last toast with you. Why did you le
[ Claire ]Today’s Tristan’s birthday. We haven’t on talking terms since the night he burst on me for favouring his mother which isn’t true. Keeping my self-pride aside, I took half day from work to prepare for his birthday with the help of Travis since I have no idea how he celebrates his birthdays. He’ll miss his father so I have to make sure that we make this day memorable for him.“Mom, Dad doesn’t like cake and sugary treats much but he loves home baked cakes with a lot of dry fruits in vanilla flavour. We can add protein in the cake to make it a healthier option for him.” Travis said. The maids were also helping us. We decided to celebrate his birthday in the mansion. I know he was trying his hard to run from facing the bitter reality and to supress his pain and grief.“We’ll decorate the living room with purple silk curtains and arrange a projector to display his pictures and videos from his childhood, his memories with Grandpa and the moments of his achievements.” Travis sugge
[ Tristan ]I forgot all my grief and the inner turmoil when I saw the surprise my family had planned for me. To be honest, I didn’t expect them to do something for me on my birthday, especially Claire. She gave me the biggest surprise as she took efforts to make me feel better after Dad’s demise.And Travis, well his gift was the best part. I couldn’t believe that my five years old son and my father had planned a honeymoon trip for me and Claire behind our back. My father believed that one day I and Claire would be together.“Thank you, Dad for the birthday gift. I won’t disappoint you, I promise.” I said looking over the sky.I kept the tickets in my drawer and also put off the cufflinks, they were the most precious gift I ever received. I kept them safely in my cupboard and decided to clear my schedule for two days. If my Dad wanted me to give my marriage a booster push, I’d do it with dedication.I was busy studying the data when a knock on the door interrupted me. I thought it wa
[ Claire ]I stirred in my sleep when I felt soft breath falling on my chest and a tiny figure close to me, it was a surreal feeling. When I finally opened my eyes to look at the source of the comfort, a smile crept on my lips as I saw Travis’ cute face who was snuggled close to me and then I saw his father sleeping soundly, wrapping his arm around us.I wish to wake up to this beautiful scene every day. I can’t believe that this is my own family, my husband and my son. Not having the heart to disturb their sleep since it was Sunday. I slept early last night so I woke up before the sunrise. I somehow detangled myself from their grip and slipped out of the room to use the other room’s bathroom.After doing my morning routine, I went into the kitchen to prepare a cup of coffee. I decided to ditch the gym for today since I work out daily and maintain a good shape. The dawn time is my favourite time which I prefer to spend alone, watching the beautiful sunrise. After a long time, we were