CHAPTER 34
The day came when they surprised Mariz. The lady was still moaning. She was still angry with Gerald.
Just last night, Anne talked to her and cried because of the incident in the office that the man didn’t seem to know.
It was also a few hours in her apartment because she was crying and the girl made her stay. And because she was upset, she was invited her for a night swimming at a swimming resort and that is where the girl will be surprised.
Anne will take Mariz there to the resort with Winchester.
“Girl, are you ready?” Anne talks to Mariz on the cellphone.
“I just arrived. I’ll just get dressed and call you when I’m ready. ” Mariz replied.
“Okay, and Winchester will wait for a taxi outside.” Anne.
The two end up the call.
Anne also called Gerald if where he is. He's going to the venue already with his some colleagues.
And he said that
Chapter 35Mariz wanted to ask why the person who reserved that room canceled but she was embarrassed. She doesn’t want to look like a gossip. She arranged her belongings. She stared at the bouquet of red roses on top and in the middle of the bed. She sat on the side of the bed and took the bouquet and she smelled the scent of the flower with her eyes closed.She could smell its scent. She did receive a flower for an unknown reason. She stood up and placed them on the center table.She remembers the strange behavior of Gerald in recent days. She was really sad and hurt by his actions. He didn’t even talk to her.The sound of the telephone awake on her deep thought. Anne calls her. She answered it immediately and said they were going to the pool. She also told her to wear swimming attire and just cover it with a dress.She immediately changed her clothes. It was a two piece bikini that was black and she wore a dress t
Chapter 36 After dinner the friends immediately paddled into the water except for Anne. Mariz and Gerald were super sweet in the middle of the pool. While Winchester was with Gerald's friends. Anne stayed on the edge of the pool and sat while her feet were in the water. She said she was cold so she couldn't take a bath at that moment. While in Anne's apartment, the young man was still there and waiting for Anne but he was sleeping soundly on the girl's bed. He went inside when they left. And Anne didn’t knew about it. It was almost eleven in the evening and they decided to go home. They still have jobs tomorrow. And the others are opening schedule. Anne and Winchester were also on that schedule. Anne was already in the bedroom and changed her clothes because her clothes got wet. Winchester followed and immediately took a shower. Mariz and Gerlad will be left at the hotel and will go home the next day since Mariz's day off and while Gerald changed his day off also just to be with
Chapter 37“I am sorry for not calling or sending you a message. I lost my phone at the airplane going to Dubai. I don’t know if it’s falling or what. When I got off the airplane, I couldn’t find my phone. I gave the airport information but no one returned the cellphone. ” He is starting to explain to the girl.“Was lucky that all my contacts saved on phone. Since I didn’t find my phone, I was need to go to the store to blocked my I.D there and report it was lost. ” He added“Sorry my sweet. I really don’t have an idea how to communicate you. ” Richard said while kissing her hair.“W-why do you take so long in Dubai?” Anne asked.“Nope. I only had four days in Dubai and was going to my hometown. I visited my family in the U.S .. I stay there not much too long. Just enough to be with my family especially my mom. ” He answered.“I-I t-thought you really weren’t c-coming back since you didn’t message me even.” she said simultaneously squeezing on his chest.“Hmmm… sorry again my sweet.”
Chapter 38 “Son, how deep are you thinking? Do you have a problem?” Jefferson’s mother asked. That night and Jefferson's mother saw the son on the terrace of the house and holding a beer in a can. “One is just right. Don’t get drunk. We have guests tomorrow. ” His mother said. “Just to make me sleep, Mom.” He replied to his mother. “What are you thinking? I saw you in a depth thoughts. ” His mother said. “Nothing, Mom. It’s just about work. ” He said “You just got down and you still have work on your mind? You are so workaholic and really devoted to your work, son. ” Praise of mother to son. “I hope Anne can come here tomorrow. I invited her when we met. The other day. When Jenny and I were bought the needs for dinner tomorrow. ” Her mother’s story. “D-did you meet Anne? Are you sure it’s Anne? ” he asked in astonishment. His mother frowned at her timing and reaction. “I and Anne was definitely the one talked to. We even talked for a while and she was also hurried to leave b
Chapter 39 The next morning Jefferson’s family was busy for a party at their house. It was just a simple party for the whole family but they deliberately prepared for it because of the bad things that happened to their family especially Jefferson. Problems due to Jefferson and Sandra’s divorce. In the past, every time the man came home, they really took a party. And just now again it happened so the family are excited. They only invited close families. Jefferson and daughter Lexie were in the living room when Jenny comes. “At what time the two of you woke up, bro?” Jenny asked to her brother. “Lexie woke up at eight in the morning. She was anxious to go down. ” He replied to his sister. “Good morning, auntie.” Lexie greets her once running here and hugging. “Good morning to our cute Lexie.” she greeted her and kissed her niece on the cheek. “Did you sleep well?” she asked the girl. “Yeah, auntie. I think I want to live here. ” Child’s answer. The siblings looked at each other
Chapter 40 After breakfast Anne went back to her room. She just said to her parents to sleep again and she also didn’t have a work the next day. Her mother did not object. She let her rest instead. She was first asked what they would eat for lunch and she just shrugged. She just said that her mother will take care of what she wants to cooks. When she entered the room, she took a shower first and then went back to sleep. After she showered, she wore pajamas and did not apply anything on her face because she feels lazy. She lay down again while her head was still wrapped in a towel. She picked up the cellphone that was lying on a pillow and looked to see if she had any messages. She saw that Richard had miscalled. She was nervous and surprised. She texted here why he miscalled. After five minutes, the young man replied. He invited her to meet tonight. Anne shuddered but refused the offer. She’s going to spend her time with her family until tomorrow so she will not leave the house
CHAPTER 41 Early in the morning , Mariz’s mother was woke up early. She will be going back home early. So is Mariz. She will go with her mother but she will go directly to her apartment and her mother will be on bus terminal. Mariz’s younger siblings are left with nothing, so her mother will not stay long at her sister’s house, Jefferson’s mother. They were even invited to have breakfast but they refused. There is food at the bus terminal. A cousin of him and Mariz hailed a taxi to take them to the bus terminal and take Mariz to her apartment, too. They are saying goodbye to each other. They can’t really stop their departure. The mother and daughter are already in the taxi. “Always be careful here Mariz. Don’t wander around at night. You know the weather today, it’s dangerous.” Mother’s advice to her daughter Mariz. “Yes, Mom. I won’t wander without Gerald.” She said to her mother. “Is that Gerald kind and responsible? Maybe later it will make you cry. I will face him.” The mot
CHAPTER 42 On the other hand, the father and daughter had breakfast after his aunt and cousin left. It’s still too early. He will leave and go to the office. He also woke up Lexie and her nanny to eat with him. It didn’t matter when Grace and Lexie went to sleep again later. Grace has nothing else to do but watch over Lexie. Clean her room. Bathe Lexie and be with her all the time. Lexie and Jefferson with their new nanny Grace. Jefferson’s mother didn’t want him to hire a babysitter for Lexie but the young man was embarrassed because his mother is now old. Jenny has work every day and is only at home every week. It’s better that he hires a babysitter for Lexie to look after the child and especially since she is also a student soon. Little Lexie is four years old now. This will be a kindergarten student this school year. Jefferson, on the other hand, will board the ship again after a month or two of his vacation. Because he is walking papers for promotion at work. He will be
CHAPTER 133“Swear I am not married sweetheart. I might not show you how much I love you because I was scared that you would left me just like my ex girlfriend did. “ he said.“And when I prove that you are different from other woman, I decided to surprise and propose a marriage to you so I invited my family for a vacation here and witness my proposal to you. “ he said.“Really? “ she said.She is now crying.“But because of your jealous, all canceled and even the expectations of my family as well. “ he said.“Can we start again? “ he said.“Let us forget what was happening. And start again. “ he said.“Are you sure? “ she asked.“Of course sweetheart. “ he said.She is now remember Marcus.Her child will not grow without a father. Because he will meet and see his father soon.“I have to show you and introduce to you. “ she said.“W… what is it? I mean who? “ he asked.“They will coming now. “ she just answered.She chat her mother to bring Marcus where she is right now and her mothe
CHAPTER 132His WhatsApp notification pop up. And since he is busy on his office work, he didn’t mind it.He focused on his work. It was a busy day and as usual it’s always a busy day to Richard.He doesn’t want to have free time so he will not think again and again about Anne.His mom and family went back to U. S already. After having a long moth vacation on Pines.He invited his family to a long vacation on Pines to meet and introduce Anne to them but Anne just disappear and never comes.His family feel sad of what had happened and felt sorry for him.His mom choose to stay with him so she can take care of him but he refuse. He can take care of himself and he ha siblings in the U. S as well.ANNE'S PARENTS HOUSE……After charging her old phone. For how many days after charging of it she just now remember to open her old phone.And she open the Wi-Fi so she ca open some apps.Nothing is interesting on her old phone aside from YouTube.She just left her phone on the table and leave the
CHAPTER 131 A year past and Anne continuing her life with her baby. And she is very happy when her baby comes into her life. She knew that having and raising a baby alone is very hard but she doing her very best for her baby Marcus. Her business is doing good and she manage it well. Her mommy watch for her baby Marcus when she’s on her shop and she’s taking care of him after the shop. And her friend Winchester never leave her. He acted himself as the father of Marcus. Every day off, he went to Anne's home and help her mother watching the baby. She is very thankful to have her friend in her life. Even Mariz and Gerald didn’t know where she is now. She stop communicating with them since Jefferson is Mariz cousin and she doesn’t want him having a news to her. Winchester transfer another apartment also. Though a bit far to his working place but it’s nearer to her shop. Jefferson is already the OIC of Sandra's parents properties. With the talk of Sandra's parents, they are now li
CHAPTER 130 Jefferson and Sandra are nervous. This is the moment that they will tell to Lexie about his real father and to see also her other family, Christian's family. “Mommy, Daddy… who are we waiting? “ she ask. They will tell her that they have someone to introduce to her. And she is excited who are they. Sandra felt more nervous when she see Christian and his family coming inside to the restaurant where they wait. “Sandra, how are you? “ said Christian mother when she see her. “Hello Auntie. “ she only answer. She also greeted Charice. Only his father not there. He has work and assign in other place. But his mother is not knowing what will be happen. Charice and Christian didn't tell her yet. “And who is this pretty girl? “ his mom ask to Lexie and she's kissing Lexie on her cheek. “My name is Lexie and this is my daddy Jefferson. “ said Lexie and introducing her daddy to her and she's holding her daddy's hands. Christian jaws growled and Jefferson saw his reaction.
CHAPTER 129Anne was in their house, that’s Sunday and the shop is close.But still she’s also receiving orders and updating inquiries online.When she smell the bad thing in the kitchen.She goes to the kitchen and see what is the bad smell.“Mom, what are you cooking? Smell bad. “ she complain.“This is garlic and o.. onion. “ her mom said and she’s looking at her daughter.“Did your period comes already? “ she asked her.“N.. No… Why? “ she asked and confused.And she remember that she’s delay for a month.“I don’t want to think but maybe you need ob-gyne. Only pregnant women don’t want the smell of the garlic. “ her mom said.“But mom… “she said and she didn’t continue.“Is Jefferson the father? “ she asked her.“No mom. And I am not pregnant. “ she said.“Then who is the father? “ she ask Anne again.Her mom stop of what she’s doing and walk going to the living room.She covers the pot and leave the work.Anne follows her to the living room and they seated.“Mom. Let’s not jump t
CHAPTER 128“By the way, Jefferson was there in the apartment before I came here. And he asked me about you. “ he said.“And then? “ she asked“I told him that you are not living with me anymore and you are assigned in other place.” He said.“Good sis. Thank you for hiding me from him. “ she said.“Enough the drama. They are only men. Nothing to tie your self from pain. “ he cheer her up.“Thank you sis. You are really my best friend. “ she said.She hug him.“I am always here for you. “ he said.They are hugging.THE NEXT DAY….Anne change her number. And buy new sim card.She also change her name in all her social media account and use other pictures instead of her own photo.She even block Richard's number.She will start a new life without the shadow of the men who only hurting her.She makes herself busy looking for some garments to buy for her own business. And how to buy bulk orders.“Dear, you have visitor. “ her mommy calling her.She is in her room. Her mommy is outside her
CHAPTER 127She can’t understand what she felt. Her heart is in pain. She can’t imagine how Richard lied to her.Why he lied that he is already married.She is in her room and she didn’t even the door when Winchester knock and told her that Richard is there.Even Richard who is knocking the door, she didn’t listen and didn’t entertain him.She doesn’t want to talk to him. She doesn’t want to confront him. She is scared that he might lied again.What she did is to pack all her things and she want to go back to their home.She doesn’t want to see or talk any one of Jefferson and Richard.She decided to go back to her parents house.She will explain everything to Winchester while she will leave him on the apartment. And she know her friend will understand her.The two respect her privacy and no one knocks again.She is not going to go to work for tomorrow and she will file resignation to her work.She decided to use all her savings and started a new business.And for not any of the two w
CHAPTER 126 Anne was already in her apartment and just came home from her work. She is sitting in the living room while waiting for Winchester to finish the dinner he makes. “Knock… knock… knock… “ She heard knocking from outside. She stand up and open the door. She thinks it was Richard. She excitedly opens the door. But to her surprise it was Jefferson. “Good evening Anne.” He greeted. “I… I think you went on a wrong place. “ she said and close the door. But Jefferson's hand is fast and he put his hands between the door. Anne can’t close it. “Can we talk? “ he ask. “Please? “ he added. She took a deep breath and let him come in. “For you. “he said. And he gives the bouquet of flowers to her. She doubted to receive the flowers but as of respect to him she take it. “T… Thank you. “ she slowly said. “Please sit down. “ she said to him. Jefferson seated. “What you want again? We already talk, right? “ she said and controlling her anger. But there is still a feelin
CHAPTER 125Christian knew everything about Lexie and he was blackmailing me to win us back to his life.He wanted us to be a family. Leave you and officially introduce him to Lexie as her real father.And if I am not going to do that he will reveal in public about the child and my lie about the DNA test result I fake.“I am scared of my parents to know all of this Jefferson. “ she said.She looking at him.“We can hide everything for long Sandra. We better make a right move first before Christian’s plan will success. “ he said.“I.. I don’t know how to start Jefferson. “ she said.“I am scared that Lexie might hurt from all of this. I know I was wrong but I didn’t mean all those things. I only want for her not to be criticize by people especially that my parents are public servants. “ she said.“I don’t want to give embarrassing situation to my parents. It can be end of their political career. “ she continued.She bowed her head.“Don’t worry Sandra. Everything will be alright. “ he