“This is an ancestral house and I don’t want to sell it.” His grandpa told him that this mansion was built when Norman was fifteen years old after he survived an accident and in this mansion was where he met his grandma during a party. This mansion was dear to his grandpa, Matthew understood that Norman made him the head of Roosevelt family because he would respect his wishes.
“Your mom felt uncomfortable in this mansion,” Kirsten sighed and then added, “How could she spend time with her grandson if she couldn’t stay here for long?”
Matthew understood her concern and said, “I will take care of it.”
Curious, Kirsten asked. “What are you going to do?”
Unwilling to let the night pass without settling the unresolved issue between them, though tired Kirsten could not sleep. She closed the gap between them and hugged Matthew from behind. She caressed his chest when Matthew was not responding to her hug.Matthew grabbed her wrist and said coldly, “I’m tired, Kirsten.”Though she felt a pinch in her heart at how coldly he spoke to her, Kirsten still pressed her body against his back and said, “I can’t sleep without your embrace. Please, hold me, Matthew.”“Go to James.” His three words fell like three slaps on her face. Kirsten retracted her arm and rolled on her side. Getting up from the bed, her wrist was grabbed by Matthew.
Kirsten smiled and gazed at Matthew with a meaningful look. “You should ask my husband how I managed to marry him.”“Ms Edmonton, my personal life has nothing to do with our company's partnership.” Matthew said in an icy tone.Kirsten’s mood became better after that.Matthew piled food on Kirsten's plate. “You should eat more, our son is growing and needs more milk.”Victoria held back when she heard him mention their son. She didn’t want to be on Matthew’s bad side.James could not stand the affection between Kirsten and Matthew. “Kirsten, I have some important matter
At half past eight in the evening, Kirsten felt hungry. “Okay, that’s enough for today. I’m already hungry. Let’s have dinner first before going home.” Kirsten said with a grin. Craving for Mexican food, Kirsten brought them to the restaurant that she, Sherry and James used to eat out in highschool. Kirsten and her company were heading to the restaurant from the parking area when she heard a familiar voice. “Kirsten?” Kirsten turned and saw James coming out of his car. “Oh, Hi James, what are you doing here?” Kirsten asked while Knox stood beside James and tapped his shoulder. “I was craving Mexican food, so I called Sherry to have dinner here. She might be inside now.” James said and draped his arm on Knox’s shoulders. “You’re here to eat?” “Yes,” Kirsten said. “Then, shall we go and eat together,” James was jovial for this unexpected opportunity to spend time with Kirsten. “Okay, let’s go.” Kirsten held Gavin’s arm and James looked at Kirsten with inquiring eyes.
Kirsten’s mind went into overdrive and a barrage of questions raced into her mind. What promise was he talking about? Did he manipulate her again making her believe that he had gotten over Vanessa but in reality he wasn’t? Was getting jealous with James, another ploy of him into pushing her to divorce him. Was he also using Gavin to make their relationship sour that would eventually lead to divorce? Kirsten stood rooted on the spot staring at the back of the man. Kirsten could no longer recognize the man she loved. Did he truly exist? Or was he just a mirage? Sensing that someone was looking at him, Matthew turned and saw Kirsten looking at him in daze. “Let’s talk another time, bye.” Matthew pressed the end call button and walked over to Kirsten. “Oh, you made me dinner,” Matthew said and took the tray from Kirsten, placing it on his desk. Kirsten could not control the tremor of her body and took a seat on the couch. Her eyes were not leaving her husband who was enjoying the food
“Mom, why do you talk to Kirsten like that?” She owed Kirsten as she abandoned her and never cared for. And now, she was acting as if it was Kirsten who did something wrong.“File a report to the police to provide a paper trail of events for possible prosecution later.” Kirsten said seriously and then tugged at Gavin’s arm and went out of the room.“Save my number in your phone.” Gavin took out his phone and keyed in the number Kirsten dictated and then rang her phone.“Give me a call when you need something. I have to go to see my son.” Kirsten said and ruffled his hair dotingly.“Can I see him?” He hadn’t seen Mark yet
Lucille didn’t want to bring Gavin with her. He is another proof that men are not dependable. Plus, bringing Gavin with her would be a financial burden. She didn’t want to leave her comfortable life and her money was just enough for her lifestyle. Gavin stayed in his room to figure out what he should do. In order not to create a gap in Matthew and Kirsten’s marriage, instead of calling Kirsten, Gavin opted to call James as he told him to give him a call if he needed something. “Hey,” James' jovial voice came over the phone. “Are you free tonight?” Gavin asked. “Yes, want to hang out with me?” James was coming out of the conference room. “If you don’t mind,” Gavin replied with a chuckle. “I don’t. Let's meet tonight at seven. Do you want me to pick you up?” Gavin was Kirsten's brother, he would cherish the people she loved. “No, send me the address.” “Alright.” James sent the address to him and then sent Kirsten a message. After reading the message, she called Matthew.
Kirsten put down her phone and looked at James with a pale face.Seeing her deathly pallor, James held her hand. “What’s wrong?”“James, Gavin is in the surgery room.” Kirsten couldn’t not stop her body from trembling as she was afraid of how severe the accident had been.“Shhh, everything will be fine. Let’s go and check him.” James held her elbow as her body swayed while they made their way to the door.Kirsten and James sat side by side on the bench as they waited anxiously. Finally after hours of waiting, the light at the surgical door was turned off signifying the end of the surgery.
It was James’ first time entering a supermarket. Born with a silver spoon in his mouth, he didn’t have to bother himself over a trivial matter. Kirsten knew that and it was the reason she refused when he volunteered to go with her.Kirsten took a cart and pushed it. James held the cart and said, “Let me do it.”It was ungentlemanly to let her push the cart while following her.From the outsiders’ viewpoint, James and Kirsten were like other couples who were buying stuff to fill their fridge and cupboard for their daily necessities.With two bags full on James’ hands they walked side by side, happily chatting as if they went back when they were in highschool