Lola's pov It has been about forty-eight hours since I left Adrian's dad at the hospital. Whenever I’m awake, I can’t stop thinking about Mr. Morgan. My time at the hospital really brought us closer. In the absence of his wife and Adrian, he shared old memories with me—stories of how he started his life, how his first girlfriend broke his heart because he didn’t have much back then. Looking at Mr. Morgan now, one of the most prosperous men in the country, you’d never imagine there was a time he was just an ordinary man. I can’t help but smile, remembering the funny jokes he used to tell. His presence in my life filled the void left by my own father. If not for Adrian's behavior, I would have been there with him. Guilt weighs on me, as if I failed in my responsibility. I can’t bear to see Adrian or even hear his voice. Even listening to him on the phone, without replying, brings me to tears. That’s why I can’t bring myself to answer his calls. Maybe, with time, my heart will heal,
Adrian’s pov I felt like I had frozen water all over my body when Amber’s grandma spoke to me. The way she put her words wouldn’t leave my mind so quickly. She looked at me with so much disdain, like someone who had never spoken to me before. I know her granddaughter must have told her everything that happened, but all she knew was false. “Amber has gone to where she had found rest,” she snapped. “And where did she go?” I quickly asked her grandma and all of this took place a few minutes ago. “Of course you should know by now, her ex husband, but they have settled their misunderstanding. She spent a night there and I doubt if she will come back today…” I couldn’t remember what she added to those words. I was stunned. My lips left themselves. Why will she do such a thing? I didn't know what to think about. Dave was someone that I can command to wherever that pleases me, but when it comes to love, it's all about the decision of Amber. Why will she take such a drastic decision?
Amber’s pov My grandmother thought she had rescued me from the hands of Adrian, but those words she said to Adrian became a burden in my heart. I couldn’t continue with the watering of the flowers again. Instead, I went to my room and sat at the edge of my bed. Why would my grandma say something like that? She had just created the impression that I had gone back to Dave. What will Adrian be thinking of me? Won’t such thoughts degrade me in his heart? I know we are no longer together, but I would love to have a good reputation in his heart. Sitting down and not knowing what to do, my grandmother walked in and saw my facial expressions. “Why are you sitting down here? Are you thinking of Adrian again? You haven’t finished what you are doing in the backyard.” I remained silent as I was angry at her. Why will she tell Adrian that I have gone back to Dave, is Dave the only man on this earth? “Why are you angry? I wanted Adrian to stop coming here. I know that men are very jealous.”
Amber's pov No way! I escaped his gaze. If only by chance Adrian had slightly turned his eyes to the left before opening the door to his dad's room, he would have seen me. I thought he would see me. My heart was already pounding and at the same time, I was ready to ignore him. How will I be able to walk away? What if he stands on my way? What if he holds my hand? How will I react if I see tears in his eyes? I threw all the unanswered questions out of my mind the moment I got out of the hospital building. Adrian didn't see me and there wasn't any need to contemplate if he saw me or not. I got into my car and the moment I drove away, I felt I heard someone calling for my attention. I don't know anyone here, although the male voice was familiar. I don't want to be rude with my eyes and that was why I didn't look at the direction of the sound, and driving my car away without looking was the only and best option. I hadn't gone far from the hospital when my phone started ringing. I
Author’s pov Amber’s turning and looking at the man at her back was something she never expected. In those few seconds that Amber had to turn, she thought about so many things, especially the man who had asked if he could help her carry her loaded cart and she refused. “Why will he pay for the things that I have bought? Maybe he wants my attention or my phone number. He has failed. I will not give it to him. I didn’t ask him to pay. I have my own money and I will reject his gift.” When she turned, Amber was completely speechless. This wasn’t what she had expected. Standing in front of her was the very man she had been running away from. “Adrian? How do you know that I am here? Are you stalking me?” She asked angrily. Adrian didn’t say a word. His hands were folded and he didn’t know that first statement that he wanted to say. It was a moment of complete silence and the two of them were looking at each other. “Amber, nothing can separate my love from you.” “I didn’t ask yo
Amber's pov My heart was racing as I drove away from the grocery store. I couldn't imagine that I had reconnected with Adrian in a way I didn't even expect. What will I tell my grandma? There is no doubt, I love Adrian and no matter what his mum does to put an end to this relationship will fail if only Adrian keeps to his promise. On getting head, my grandma was sitting at the porch waiting. Why was she waiting for me? I looked at the time and it was almost noon. What? So fast? “Where have you been?” My grandma asked. The way he asked showed she suspected something. “At the grocery store.” “Since morning? How many hours does it take to get to the grocery store? Or how many hours does it take to shop at the grocery store?” My grandma asked and the tone of her voice clearly showed that she needed an answer. “Grandma, I came across an old friend and that was the reason I came back late.” She looked at me and her facial expressions changed. I thought I had overcome her when
Author's pov The time was almost 4pm. Adrian and her mother were in the hospital room with his dad. Two nurses were administering some medications on Mr Morgan when Adrian kept looking at his waist wrist. “Where will Amber come? When is she going to come?” He thought. When the nurses had left the room, Adrian stood up and walked closer to his dad. It wasn't long when he too entered the room and because of the nurses, he waited and he hasn't spoken to him since he came. “How was work at the office today?” His father asked. “Dad, it was fine. How is your health?” “I'm getting better by the day…” Suddenly, there was a knock on the door and the three of them heard a knock on the door and turned to the door. “Come inside!” Adrian said and Adrian and his mom kept looking at the door to see who was knocking. This was when Amber walked in. In Adrian's eyes, the world stood still and he got up from the edge of the bed and walked up to her at once. Their eyes were on each other. Sh
Amber's pov Was my grandma a sorceress? When she first told me that a lady would become pregnant for Adrain because of what was going on in our relationship, I emotionally blushed it out of my mind. I was confident that something like this wouldn't happen, not even by mistake. I was in the backseat of a cab going home. I was so traumatized that I couldn't drive myself. I couldn't stand there, seeing that lady saying words like, “Adrian, I am carrying your baby!” What will be going on in Mr Morgan's mind right now after hearing that someone is carrying his grandchild? He wanted a grandchild and that was what he whispered into my ear when I embraced him. I guess his health is deteriorating. Oh my goodness! I can't imagine what will be happening as I angrily left the room. Will Adrian’s father not show great interest in seeing his grandchild? Would they not immediately admit that lady to check the health of the baby? I could remember, when I was about to leave, Adrian wanted