When she stepped out of that library building, she saw Hazel getting on to a motorbike. This made Evelyn raise an eyebrow.“What are you looking at? Get on,” Hazel ordered, holding a helmet.Evelyn had reluctance in her eyes while examining the vehicle. Although she never rode a motorbike, she found it to be intriguing. That’s why, she didn’t have aversion to trying out the ride.All she worried about was Hazel not driving it safely enough.That glare of Hazel showed how the taller woman was running of patience. She immediately grabbed the helmet and placed it over her head before securing it. Getting on to the back of the motorbike, she was caught off guard when Hazel started the bike suddenly.A squeal left her mouth as she grabbed on to the material of her clothing tightly.The motorbike went by fast. The cold breeze blew against her face, biting into her skin harshly, but the sensation it brought along was strangely refreshing. This got her to not mind it.Closing her eyes, she en
On one fine afternoon, Evelyn decided to walk at the park for the fresh air. The days were starting to get warmer with the arrival of spring, and the snow was beginning to fade away. Flower bed started to get speckled with various colors.The park in the community was such a treat to human eyes. It was regularly maintained, and the tranquility that surrounded it brought satisfaction to one’s heart.Evelyn’s moment to herself was interrupted when her phone started to ring incessantly. Taking out the device from her pocket, she raised an eyebrow at the unknown number.Who could have gotten their hands on her number?She received the call.“Hello?”“This is Landon’s mother. You recognize me, right?” A voice holding a hint of mock came from the other side.Instantaneous nervousness brew up inside of her as she started to think of the possible reasons the woman could call her.“Auntie, hello. How are you doing? Is there anything you needed?” Evelyn politely voiced out, her uneasiness clear
During the dinner that day, Evelyn was overcome with loneliness. The silence depressed her further, and the show on the television did little to attract her attention. She played with her food, not in the mood to eat it.Because she always had Grandpa Parker or her friends to share meals with, it dissatisfied her to eat alone. Even though weeks had passed, getting used to it was difficult for Evelyn.If only Landon could spend more time with her.She chewed on her fries, finding them to be absolutely tasteless.That’s when, the sound of the door opening reached into her ears, causing her attention to be shifted. A smile formed on her face while watching her husband walk in.“Welcome home,” she greeted, cheerfully. “You are early.”Although her mood had been gloomy from what she endured earlier, Landon’s presence had the ability to take away all that unpleasantness.He pressed on to his temples before sitting down on the couch. Him being in this state caused her to feel distress. Altho
The second meeting happened when Stacey delivered herself to the doorsteps. When Evelyn opened the door, dressed in her pajamas and her hair pulled into a messy bun, she saw the beautifully dressed Stacey on the other side.She almost had the urge to slam the door close on her face.“Is Landon home?” asked Stacey.The way she wanted to strangle her throat then.But of course, Evelyn wasn’t a violent person. She reeled in her emotions and shook her head.“I am afraid not.”“Oh, then. Here, his coat. He forgot it at my place last night. Also tell him that I am expecting him tonight.”Her countenance stiffened when she saw Stacey holding the black coat. She had previously seen the same coat in his wallet, and it took effort on her part to not let the turbulent emotions she felt appear on her face, recalling how the man didn’t return home last night.She took the coat from Stacey’s hand and said, “I see. Is there anything more I can do for you?”“No, that’s all. See you around then.”The
Evelyn’s phone started to ring, and taking it out from her pocket, she checked the name of the caller in her tipsy state. Landon in black letters got her eyes to widen, and she started to choke.Hazel asked, “What’s the matter?”Panic churned her insides as Evelyn replied, “I am done for.”She turned her phone to show Hazel the caller ID before standing up and saying, “Excuse me.”Evelyn walked over to the restroom area. Although the music could still be heard, it was a lot quieter, and clearing her throat, making sure her voice out didn’t come out as slurred, she received the call.“Hello?” she nervously asked.“Where are you?” came the masculine voice from the other side.“Where can I be? Obviously, at home,” she answered.“Oh? Then, why can’t I find you?” The sarcasm was clear in his tone.“You are back?” Evelyn didn’t hide the excitement from her voice. “Weren’t you returning two days later?”“I dealt with the matters early. Now, where are you?” he repeated the question.“That, I
Landon helped her to the apartment. Feeling tipsy, she stumbled on her footsteps. Landon had his hand on her waist while he locked the door. Her eyes took in his side profile, totally enamored.Her eyes fell on his defined pink lips, and the alcohol 8n her body gave her the courage to act recklessly. Forwarding her hand, she grabbed on to the collar of his shirt, pulling him down in the process. Without giving him the time to react, she pressed down her lips on to him.He stiffened for a second before responding to her.Rabbles of butterfly created a mess in her stomach, and her mind, consumed by desires, was unable to think straight. He pulled back, but she wished to continue.He pointed out, “You are drunk.”“I am not,” she replied, “I want you.”“Sure?” he asked— his raspy voice making it hard for her to breathe.“Yeah.”°°°When she woke up the next day, she realized she laid naked on the bed, and this got her to blink her eyes a few times. The soreness in her body felt foreign t
But her nervousness got to her. Forcing out a smile on her lips, she shook her head.“Nothing of importance,” she said before proceeding to ask, “did you eat or should I fix up something for you?”“I ate with a client,” he responded.After that, he removed his coat and placed it down when his eyes fell on the receipt on the glass table. He extended his hand to grab when Evelyn noticed it. Her eyes widened as her hands were quick to snatch it away from him.“It’s a secret,” she said.However, unamused, he ordered, “Spill.”Spill?She wanted to cry at this moment.Wasn’t that easier said than done?Wearing a distressed expression, she responded, “Give me some time.”“Ten seconds,” he enunciated.She was almost about to curse at it.But when was she able to disobey him?Taking in a deep breath, she grabbed on to his hand and placed the paper on the palm of his hand. As he looked at it, she rambled, “I know it’s strange and hard to accept. But it is what it is. There’s no use in getting m
As she gave her word, Leah made Evelyn was properly taken care of. Her snarky and condescending comments didn’t stop, but at this point, Evelyn had grown a thick skin against her venomous words.However, at least she was anticipating for the arrival of her grandchild, appearing excited at the idea of it.But one thing she found unbearable was the frequent appearance of Stacey. Although her words to Evelyn in front of everyone was sweet and supportive, in private, she didn’t hide her hatred towards Evelyn.Leah’s regretful attitude didn’t help either.But ignoring all that, she was excited, anticipating for the arrival of her child.Currently, she was at her fifth month.The first movement from her baby today brought a wide grin on her face. She placed her hand on her stomach, stroking it, while hoping for her baby to make more movements.This just made it all more real.Instantly, she wanted to tell Landon about it.She called his number, waiting for him to pick up the phone. Her fing