Chapter 74. * God has never failed and he will never fail. ***** The bridal walk took longer than expected as the bride drifted off into memories. “ I can't keep going on like this, Evelyn. ”“ What do you mean, Evans? ” Her eyes were fixated on him, her world tearing apart as she heard him say those words. “ We are not getting this right. Our relationship is going nowhere, Evelyn! I don't love you. ” His words were like sharp knives thrown at her heart as it bled almost immediately. “ What… Do you mean? ” Even after hearing his words, she still couldn't believe it. No it can't be, it really can't!“ I don't love you, Evelyn. I really don't. ” his words were followed by sobs, stunned Evelyn stared at him, not knowing how to react. Didn't they say that men don't cry? Why then is her fiancè doing just that? “ Evans… ” She knelt down beside him, reaching out to him, but he avoided her. “ Love is defined by four words; Desire, Passion, commitment and sacrifice, but
* Love is like the wind; it can be felt, but can't be touched. *****—- Evans —- As I watched my bride take baby steps towards me with tears in her eyes, I was overwhelmed with memories of the past few months. I was yet reminded of everything that happened, how I hurt the person who had loved me the most after my savior. My parents had claimed they loved me, but did they really? If they did then they would have known that getting divorced will affect me and my younger siblings a whole lot. Despite knowing that, they still went ahead. My friends claimed to love me, but did they ever make time for me? We met once a month, just to catch up. They knew what was going on in my life, but never bothered to ask.Well, maybe it's not their nature to ask as men weren't as sensitive as women. Everyday was a struggle, I was stuck between trying to be the best of the best, so I can prove to my parents that they were wrong. I desperately want to prove to my Dad that I'm far better
* Children are a gift from God. *****Joseph watched Mira check out herself in front of the full body mirror as he read a book titled, the power of habits. It seemed like she had completely forgotten about his presence in the room as she examined her breasts and still flat stomach. “ Why does it feel different? ” He heard her say, as she stared at the mirror with a pout.He found it funny that she still didn't know she was pregnant, though it's been over a month since he found out. He decided not to tell her not until she asks. Wouldn't it be better if she found out herself, instead of him throwing the bomb at her? “ Jose. ” Mira covered herself up before walking towards him. “ Um. ” He folded the page he was reading and gently placed the book on the bedside table. She sat on the bed right in front of him. “ I feel different. ” His heart skipped a bit hearing her. ‘ Here it comes. ’ he thought to himself.“ How? ” “ I find it difficult to control my urge
* Love is a beautiful thing. ***** “ It will feel a bit cold. ” Dr Angelina told her before applying the jelly-like substance on Mira's exposed stomach. Then she placed the transducer on it and almost immediately an image applied on the screen in front of them. “ Here's your — ” Her words died in her throat when she noticed something. “ You've got a set of twins, Mr and Mrs Winfrey. ” Angelina's face morphed into a bright smile. “ Twins? ” Mira gasped, not believing her dream had come true. “ Can we tell their genders now? ” “ Not yet, but you can in one month's time. ” She smiled, before exiting the room leaving the two love birds to enjoy the priceless moment. “ Jose, we are going to be having a set of twins. ” Mira's voice was filled with excitement, knowing her dream had finally come true. “ Yeah… we are. ” He gave her a smile, but Mira wasn't convinced. “ Are you okay, Jose? ” she tightened her hold on his arm. “ Not really. ” He'd learned not to tell lies, especia
* There's no friend as loyal as a book. **** “ Goodbye, Honey. ” Joseph said, leaving a peck on her lips. “ Thank you. ” “ Have a great day and don't forget to take care of yourself and our little ones. ” Mira blushed seeing how he looked at her. “ I will. ” She gave a reassuring smile as he embraced her. “ I love you. ” He smiled before releasing her. “ I love you more. ” Joseph watched Mira walk into her office building safety, before getting into his car and driving off. Vera, who had been watching their interactions, tightened her fist. “ What a show off. ” She was annoyed, but the thought of what would happen later made her smirk. Hours later, Mira was summoned by her boss to his office.She found herself wondering why, because the only time she had come in contact with her boss was during the interview and it's been more than a year since that happened. “ I wonder what he will say. ” She thought aloud getting into the elevator. She didn't notice anything u
* To marry well, marry your best friend. ***** The loneliness I feel is deep. So deep that I believe no one can understand. There are people around, most I could call friends but none can compare to my Best friend.I miss him, diary. Though it's been just three weeks, yet it feels like an eternity. Who would have thought that someone will become so important to me that their absence makes me feel empty. Is this feeling okay? What if I'm obsessing over him too much? Most especially when he doesn't feel the same. The truth is, I love him.But does he really feel the same? I honestly doubt that, because if he does then he wouldn't have been able to stay away from me that much. The pain is real.Sometimes I wonder, if I am feeling it because he is my best friend or because I love him, it's probably both, I guess.Will he ever come back?Will our friendship ever be the same? Are we going to remain broken up? Should I keep expecting or should I teach myself to let go?
* The proof of love is being there when no one is. ***** “ My love. ” The sight of my love opening her eyes was just beautiful, despite the reddish part of her face which still pisses me off just looking at it. Her beauty couldn't be hidden.“ Hey… ” Her voice was low, filled with so much emotion. “ How are you? ” Despite the fact the doctor had assured me that everything was fine, both the mother and the baby. I was still worried, how could I not worry? Really, how could I not worry? “ I'm — ” The words died in her throat when a memory flashed before her eyes, and she began trembling. “ Hey… ” Joseph moved in Swift action and sat on the bed with his arms around her. “ It's okay, Babe. You are safe. ” “ Hm… ” She murmured inchorrent words whilst trembling. Joseph kept patting her, hoping she'll get better soon. And she did when she eventually fell back asleep. He tucked her in lovingly, laying a peck on her lips, he said. “ I love you, Babe. ” He paused. “ You'll be
* Love never fails. ***** Mira was having a good night's rest when all of a sudden, she was brought out of her dream-like state when she felt a kick from within her. She sat up immediately, and felt it again. Almost immediately, overwhelming joy overshadowed and she found herself unable to control herself. “ Jose, the baby is kicking. ” At her words, Joseph woke up from his dream-like state, rubbing his eyes, he stared at her confusingly until he saw her pointing at his stomach and so stood up immediately. “ The baby is kicking. ” Mira repeated herself merringly. “ Really? ” He placed his palms on her bare stomach and at that moment, the babies kicked and he felt it. “ Wow. ” He was overwhelmed with emotions he couldn't explain.He met Mira's eyes and he understood. They were both experiencing the joy of first time Parenthood. “ Who do you think is making the kicks? ” Mira stared at him.“ Both of them probably. ” she nodded in agreement, recalling the last tim
Epilogue.“ The end of a thing is better than its beginning. ”****—- Miranda —-It's said that friendship is the backbone of every relationship, I can't help but agree more at this point. I stared into the ever beautiful eyes of my groom and the love and adoration in it couldn't be denied. It's been fifty years of friendship and thirty eight years of marriage, yet it feels like a lifetime.Is this really how beautiful love is?I've always heard about love being beautiful from my parents and now? I couldn't help agreeing more. Years ago, I had questioned why some things happened to me which weren't meant to. I know better now that God has been in my story all along. Slowly crafting and editing out unimportant details, to create a wonderful masterpiece. And now? After so many years and me being surrounded by my friends, family, kids and grandchildren, I can only say. God is good and his timings are always perfect. “ Didn't I say we'll celebrate fifty years of friendship? ” I s
“ Smile because your world brightens up when you do. ” *** —- Miranda —-“ Mom… ” It felt like my heart got caught in my throat at the sight of my daughter in white.I couldn't form a word as emotions rushed through me, I could see flashes of our moments together. The first time I'd held her, the first time she'd said Mom. Her first day at school, the day she'd finally opened up to me about her crush. I would never forget how long the conversation was that day on a small picnic by the lake. The blush on her cheeks and the glow in her eyes made me realize just how smitten my daughter was. “ I love him, Mom. ” I would never forget so soon how beautiful the words sounded when they echoed in the blue sky. And now? The same girl I had held as a baby and vowed to love and protect was now getting married to the love of her life. “ Babe. ” I couldn't control the tears that fell out of my eyes, as I stared at my daughter in the most beautiful dress I've seen. I've always admired supe
“ Having a guy best friend who truly loves and cares about you is indeed super priceless. ” *** “ Dad. ” “ Yes, Baby girl? ” He stared his little sweet sixteen who was looking more and more like her mom on a daily basis. “ Do you know I have a crush on someone? ” Her words made him pause from swinging the swing they were currently on. He'd made it a routine to spend quality time with both his children every weekend so he could get to know them and their personalities better. Though lately, he'd been spending more time with his daughter as it seemed the latter needs his time and attention most.“ Oh, really? Who's the lucky guy? ” He grinned, on seeing the red blush on her cheeks.“ He's Noel. ” She replied in a chicken-like manner. “ And he is? ” “ My Best Friend. ” “ Oh wow. ” Joseph instantly felt history about to repeat itself as he stared at his daughter.“ Does he know about it? ” He inquired softly, taking her hands in his. “ No… I don't think he sees me that way thoug
“ Pain is temporary. ”***“ I wish we can always choose the one we fall in love with. Perhaps it wouldn't be a big deal now that I'm in this case. I am Ava Smith and this is my story. A year ago, I fell in love with a young man who was 20 at the time of our meeting. He wasn't the most beautiful man I've ever come across but in my heart, he'll always be the best definition of beauty. Black beauty is what I'll call him. His smile was ever beautiful and never ceased to warm my heart. His voice was like the sound of many waters and the sound of his laughter was like a waterfall. I fell for this innocence, his honesty and thoughtfulness.I was attracted to him by his love for dancing and acting. I've never met someone as talented as him. Matthew was his name and I must say, his name did great justice to his personality, but I would have preferred for him to be named Daniel. I loved him in a way, I've never loved anyone before. When asked what I love about him, I get confused a
“ Be with someone who is afraid to lose you. ”*** “ How do you feel, Jose. ” Joseph turned to face his beautiful wife, who looked ever stunning at thirty. Perhaps it's true that beauty is in the eyes of the beholder, cos even after so many years he still found her as stunning as she'd always been. “ You've asked that question three times already. ” He smiled seeing her pout. “ But it's okay, I get it. ” He turned to face her. “ It's Vera's wedding, I know. ” He pulled her to a seat on the bed beside him as he cupped her face. “ I'd once been infatuated with her, and couldn't imagine a life without her once. ” He paused to search her eyes. “ But that's in the post now, you know. I love you and you are my forever so you don't have to worry about me, Kay? ” “ Um… ” “ Besides, you look unusually beautiful today. ” He tucked her hair behind her face, as she blushed. “ Should we roll on the sheets for a few minutes before we leave? ” “ In your dreams. ” She stood up in an attemp
“ I cry when you cry. ”*** Five years later,Miranda opened the door to her daughter's room and sighed helplessly when she didn't find her there. She matched towards her son's and there she met them spooned together on the bed. “ Gosh, how many times do I have to tell them not to sleep together. ” She muttered under her breath. She'd thought the doctor had been over exaggerating when she said they'll be literally inseparable. Now? She figured Angelina was more than right. They couldn't even stay a moment without each other. “ Nuel, Nuella. ” She patted them lovingly and slowly but steadily she was welcomed by two deep blue eyes. Ones she'd come to fall in love with. “ Mom… ” Nuella was the first to react as she detached herself from her brother's embrace and went into her mother's arms. “ Good morning, Hon. ” She pecked her cheeks and straightened her short hair which was tied in two messy buns. “ Morning, Mom. ” She rubbed her head on Miranda's chest as she'd always done
“ Forgiveness sets you free. ”*** “ Can I take a seat? ” The duo stared at each other before nodding. “ I know you guys have a million and one questions to ask me. ” She smiled, “ That's not unexpected, right? Since I disappeared months ago and suddenly reappeared. ” The duo nodded. “ Well, I was imprisoned for three months due to my involvement in a crime relating to Miranda. ” “ What crime? ” Evie inquired, staring at the two.“ I planned to have her miscarry, but my plan failed as always. ” Her tone was solemn. “ Um… ” Evelyn sighed, realizing her Bestie had forgiven her already. So what right does she have to overreact?“ I heard God for the very first time in the police’s van. ”“ God? ” They were left completely stunned by her words.“ As you both know, I've always been an atheist. But for the first time, I heard the deity which you and Joseph had always spoken about. Prior to that, I've always believed he was nothing but a figment of your imaginations. But the single enc
“ Hard Work sets the difference between great and average. ”***“ You are pregnant, Bestie? ” The latter blushed heavily at the question directed to her.“ Yeah. ” She replied shyly.“ But why didn't you tell me? ” Miranda felt happy, yet a little disappointed at that. Best friends are meant to tell each other everything, right?So why hide that important detail from her?“ I just found out, okay? ” Evie replied defensively, not totally comfortable under her accusing gaze.“ Okay. ” Miranda nodded with a tight smile. ***Later in their car. “ You've been silent, Honey. ” He mused, pulling her into his arms. He'd never totally understand how quickly her mood changes. Thankfully he'd read a lot on post childbirth depression and understood that her feelings and reactions are absolutely normal. Though not totally normal to him as he craves for his wife to be completely alright. “ I feel Evie should have told me about her pregnancy earlier. ” Joseph sighed hearing her words.He'd nev
“ God never comes too late, he comes right on time. ”*** The day seemed to go slowly until the middle aged bride was handed a mirror. “ Oh my. ” Hannah couldn't stop the gasp that escaped her lips at her reflection in the mirror. For some reason, she'd always believed she'd never be as beautiful as she was at her previous wedding ceremony. But who knew. Her short almond colored hair was beautifully styled on her head, her makeup and mascara was perfect further adding to her stunning look. “ You make a beautiful bride, Nanny. ” She turned to hear the exact words she'd said at the latter’s wedding. “ Thank you. ”“ I'm super glad I got to witness your happy day, Mom. ” Those simple words made her emotional. She'd always believed she would never experience the joy and gladness this day brings. After her husband left her. She'd literally lost all hope in finding love again. She believed she can never be happy again as she'll never find a man better than Joshua.But who knew.“ Th