I became selfish, to make the long story short.I was able to sympathize with other people just to escape the responsibility I had accepted before. I knew it was wrong to solve one problem by another, but in those times I had no idea.Seeing his eyes, his hopeful eyes it slowly broke me into pieces. What I hold on to I can hardly stand. I don’t know how he tracked me down to Molly’s apartment that same day.But one thing’s for sure, I was so happy seeing him there. I’m so happy when he hugged me so tight like he’s afraid of losing me. I remember his words, he wants me to go with him so bad.He wanted me to live with him and he called it our home. He’s my home. And whoever people who I’ll be with, I’ll always feel alone. I’ll always be the dust that has never found it’s way home because nobody owns it, nobody wants it. And it’s just a mere dust who’s useless and doesn’t deserve a place in this world.“Echo,” I uttered his name when the door opened.It’s midnight. I immediately smelled
I woke up to a loud ringing of my cellphone. I can't even barely open my eyes.Who would call me this early? I reached for my phone on my bedside table and saw that mom was calling."Mom?""Angel!"I got up because of how weary her voice is. My forehead furrowed as I heard her.”Why? What’s wrong? ””I called you because I can’t contact Echo. My God! ”Confused I stood up on the bed and opened my curtain. It’s still early in the morning. Mom wouldn't call me this early if this is not urgent.“He’s out of town right?” I confirmed."Out of town?""He told me that you and dad sent him again for a business trip.""W-what?" the confusion in her voice is evident."Yes." I breathed."Well ... I-I didn't know about that." I felt like I had something to know but I chose to keep quiet and listen to whatever mom had to say."I can't call him, he's not answering my phone."”I’ll try to call him after this. Why? What happened? Is there a problem? ”“Angel,”I felt her sounding so not sure if she’l
I still tried to call Echo many times but right now, he’s out of coverage. I don’t know what’s the matter with him but whatever it is I hope it’s worth his family being taken for granted.It is not enough for me to save no matter how hard I try or even a full salary I have no money to pay their debt.My head hurts and I feel weak when Echo and I go home. Whatever I think of the way I don’t know what to do. Echo is the only son, and it seems like he’s crazy about this. Who else would help them? Of course I am!"I'm sorry Angel, if only I'm rich you don't have to be this stressed." said Molly when I called her asking for possible ways to help Brook’s“No, no, no Molly. Never. Don’t worry, I can handle this. ”“No! Your husband should be the one getting stressed about that. Where is he? Fucking somebody? ”“Alright. I don’t want to talk about shit things, I just want to get this done. I’ll call some other time. ”I took a deep breath as I scrolled through my cellphone. I was searching fo
I cried the whole night. Never in my life did I imagine Echo saying those words from me. I couldn’t talk back after he spat those words at me like I’m sort of a disgusting woman or something. I couldn’t say something because everything that he said is true. I don’t have the right to talk back because that’s the fucking truth.I fucked Hugh in order to pay my bills. I cried so hard not because how offended he sound. It’s just because no matter what happens other people will think of me that way. To all those who know that Hugh paid me to be a surrogate. That’s probably how Hugh’s mother sees me, as well as Celeste. I look disgusting being someone’s possession because I was paid to be fucked.My phone rang.I only sleep a wink. Echo probably left last night. I answered the call.It’s mom’s, "Honey,"I immediately stood up to hear Mom's worried voice."Mom?" I nervously asked."Your dad,""What happened to him?"”I brought him to the hospital, Echo came this morning and he had some figh
I watched him walk to the direction of his seat. While I was just standing in front of his table. I felt heavy when I first entered. Everything had changed. Every corner of the office was different, contrary to what I think he hadn’t changed. Everything got more darker in tone. If previously there was a little more clear color to be seen, now it is pure dark. What remained constant was his name on his desk.’Hugh Rockwell. CEO ’ I gulped when he sat and even put his feet above his table. Looking so chill while I’m the only one who’s bothered.”What brings you here Mrs. Brook? ”Am I the only one? Or does he really emphasize the abbreviation? He has this evil smile on his face that I badly want to wipe."Are you not with your husband?" he asked mockingly.I couldn’t answer him. I remained standing there in front of him looking so miserable.“Are you gonna speak or… should I ask you to leave too?”I gritted my teeth because of the pain that slashed my heart. I still haven't answered h
He’s wrong. He doesn’t own a part of me. Because at the very beginning, I’m all his - All of me.“Honey, oh my god! Where did you get this !? ”Mom's reaction was shock when I handed her the check powerlessly. I can't even look into his eyes. I looked at dad that’s now looking at me too, he didn’t speak as he still doesn’t know what’s going on but his eyes are like reading my emotion.“You must pay your debt now, mom. And I'll try to talk to, Echo. ”I simply answer him. Mom's jaw still dropped while looking at the cheque like as if she still couldn't believe what she’s holding.I approached dad, I held his hand and even though he won’t say it just by looking at his eyes I know he’s thanking me.”Please get well soon. I can still remember your face years ago at the orphanage. You told me you’ve always wanted a baby girl and that I’ve made your dream come true. ” I uttered.Tears clouded his eyes, as if something was pinching my heart.”Thank you for having me as a part of your family.
I didn't go home to Echo's house. I don't want to see his face. I know what would happen if we were both not humble. It’s just too much."I'm deciding to file for a divorce.""Finally!"To my surprise I raised my eyes to Molly. She put a cup of tea in front of me."Oops, sorry."She touched her lips and looked from the stairs. Her family is already asleep."Finally?" I was confused.She sounded like she's been waiting for me to have that decision for her whole life. She sat on the single seat couch.“Yes. Finally after years. I know you're gonna do that. You just realized late. ” she shrugged.My forehead furrowed. I don't understand him.”It's you. I don’t know why you will settle for a marriage you don’t want. You're robbing years of your life Angel. If there is no reason to stay, why didn’t you do it years ago when you knew that Hugh is not after you anymore? ” She gave a long explanation.I thought. I know that thing, what did she think of me?"I have my own reason, Molly."She ch
"Are you a damn kid, Echo?"I asked him when I got inside his car. Because we had to pretend we were okay, I was left with no choice but to go with him. Mom and dad might think about us and they will notice what’s going on.I slammed the passenger seat door.”What will mom and dad think huh? You’re acting like a child, go the fuck up! ” I hissed.He burst the car and pulled it back immediately.”Did I say anything wrong !? You should be glad that I didn’t tell them where you got that money! ”I palmed my face. My God!“You are currently benefiting from that money! What is your goddamn problem !? ” It’s snowing outside but my head is heating up because of anger.“Wow! Thank you so much! You’re such an angel. ” he mocked me.I clenched my fist because of frustration. I looked at him dumbfounded. Is he a damn kid !? I could barely breathe with the excessive restraint of my annoyance."I'm not going home tonight." he said.Like as if I care?"I'm not going home too." I said back.I don't
Hugh’s POVI was busy doing my routine here in the gym one morning, these were the days when I have the time to have time for my self. I've only been here for a few weeks working on the pad and not at Rockwell’s.I was on my second set when I heard foot steps and sigh. I saw Angel waking her way inside the gym wearing my shirt that’s almost on her mid leg. She’s barefoot and her hair is still a bit messy, obviously just waking up.Her first trimester was coming to an end and I was slowly seeing a change in her. If then he didn't like me at all, he was very jealous and he always fought me is the opposite of all that now.She’s becoming more clingy than usual, also becoming tender and almost unable to separate herself from me. That explains why she’s wearing my shirt almost every day, it’s fine with me though. I love seeing her wear my clothes. She looks cute and I’m turned on. I stopped whatever I’m doing.Panting and sweating so hard, I came to her and smiled sexily. I saw her eyes pi
Hugh’s POV "I'm worried about you," I whispered to her ears.I’m not comfortable seeing her cook in out kitchen. Her bump is not yet that big but I’m still worried that this might cause some bad effects to her.“What? Don’t worry about me. I can do this. ”Yes. That’s your favorite sentences. I should not worry about you and you can do all things.The doctor said he needed rest. If only he could be in the hospital because he is often dehydrated, I would have done it. I want her to rest badly but what can I do when he wants it this way?"Don't worry." she smiled and made our nose touch with each other. That. Only then is she good, being tender and loving to me until I give up and give in to what he wants. I scolded him and he laughed was my reaction."Molly told me that it's okay and it's normal.""I don't care what Molly told you."”I believe her because she experienced this already. So we must listen to her. And besides, I’m the mother. I would know what’s the matter with my body. ”
I never knew I could be this strong. And now, I realized that after all, some things are not learned just by experiencing it. It can also be learned by yourself.You can dictate your own preference, you can be your own teacher. You can be your own standard, and you can be your own role model. I can be a mother without having to experience the love of a mother. Hugh is enough. I am enough.One morning when I woke up I felt a cold metal that Hugh was wearing on me. My sleepy eyes went wide seeing the fancy and sparkling stone in there. My tears rolled down my cheeks. My heart pounded as I wondered what that sin sing meant.“H-Hugh,” I stuttered when I look at him asking what’s that for."Good morning my soon to be wife and mother of my children." he smiled and kissed my lips. I could not believe what he said that time was one of the cherished moments in my life.It is not on my imaginations, I look forward for the fancy and extravagant proposal, but what he did was beyond my imagination
"P-Pregnant?" his mom asked.“Yes. Do you have any problem with the mother? ” Hugh asked innocently and drunk the beverage in front of him.I cleared my throat.“Angel? Is that true? ” she turned her attention to me. My mouth parted, I want to say something but I couldn’t find the right words.“That is not right! You two- ”"We're not." said Hugh. I held Hugh’s hand trying to stop him."I can manage."My mom is just looking at me while Hugh’s mom is really confused“What is this? I thought this is all clear? Now you’re pregnant? What- ”"Helena," my mom uttered her name.All eyes went to her. She’s looking nervous that’s all I can see beyond the strong facade she’s showing. It’s like I’m seeing my soul. It’s like I’m seeing a part of me, just like looking into a mirror."What?" said Hugh’s mom."They're not cousins." she uttered.“What !?” Hugh’s mom burst.“We’ve talked about this and you explained it to me, why-”"Hugh and I had talked already." She turned to Hugh.“And, we’ve made
The next morning was the same for that both of us. I cried again because of so much vomiting and this time it is more worst than any other day. I think I just doze off almost the whole morning.I’m not craving for any food, I just want to rest. And my stomach is like a roller coaster ride.Some days I’m not like this. Vomiting happens just in the morning but this time I’m feeling dehydrated because of too much vomiting."Baby, we need to go to the hospital now." Hugh kept no convincing me since the second vomiting.Now that he’s on his nth time and I almost can’t lift a finger I have done nothing but consent. I didn’t have the energy to travel, I think I passed out.I just woke up with dextrose. Hugh is beside me. He’s worried but I saw his sigh of relief when he saw me opened my eyes. I smiled."It's alright," He seemed to cannot find his words. I assured him with holding his hands."It's the baby, I'm alright." He sighed and palmed my stomach. He made my stomach as his pillow and ki
I was sitting on the bed while Hugh’s arm is wrapped on the lower part of my body. He’s sleeping because he said he’s really deprived of sleep for the past few days.I feel sorry for him so I just let him. She fell asleep when I played with his hair. It’s almost lunch, and now the life inside me is looking for something to eat.My mouth is salivating thinking about some strawberry that’s being deep on a chocolate fountain. I want to wake him up but I don’t want too at the same time. I played with his hair and twitched my lips. I heard my stomach grumbling again."What do you want now?"I bit my lip when I heard his hoarse voice. Shocks! He’s awake? He lifted his face and with a half opened eyes he spoke.“What does my baby want? I know you’re hungry. I’m sorry for dozing off. ” I shook my head while still pouting."You need to sleep more." He stood so he can sit.“No, I’m fine now. I was just enjoying your caress on me. ” I chuckled."I think I need lunch?" I gulped thinking bout food
“Yes Doc,” he’s speaking on the phone.I’m seated on the bed, just got done by the morning session of morning sickness."I think she is,"He’s holding my hand with his one hand caressing it. I can’t help but hide this joy now that my morning is different."I suggest she go to the hospital,"I chuckled lightly, he grabbed my attention. He furrowed his brows to me. He is really the one who wants to suggest. He was even smarter than the Doctor. He’s just over acting."I'll take her to you as soon as she can manage, alright."He ended the call and frowned at me."What's funny?" I purse my lips. So that he can't see the smile I'm hiding.“You need to eat your breakfast now. You need strength. ” he uttered and held both of my hands now.I feel like I’m in cloud nine. Pregnancy never felt this good inside my head. I thought it’s all just sufferings, I forgot that the father of my child is here. Oh, not yet sure."What do you want to eat?" he asked."Anything, except milk." I said."You hate
He stood up violently hearing my words.He’s freaking mad. He’s mad! I struggled to look at him. He stepped forward which made me stood up into my seat."Is your love for me so shallow, Angel?"My brows furrowed. How dare him judge my love for him?"Is your love so shallow that you can think of aborting our child?" his voice growled on the whole room which made my tail retreat.“Are you that inhumane !?” he’s real mad.“Yes! What do you want me to do? Keep this life inside of me and what? He of she’ll live questioning how fvcked up this world is? ”He palmed his face and walked back and forth. It seemed to be bitten but still restrained itself.“We. Are. Not. Cousins. Do you understand that? ” he said emphatically.My mouth parted."That's what you believe." I uttered with shaking voice.“I said we’re not,” he’s tired now.His tone is almost giving up.“I told you already,” I whined too.He stepped more and tried to touch my hands. But I stepped back. He looked at me with his sad eyes
Angel’s POVThis is my definition of horror if it really does exist. My face almost bled from the panic when I heard what he said. "H-how did-""Eat your ice cream," he simply said.He put his hand in his pocket, looking so lazy that everything seemed just normal. I was stoned rock. I couldn’t move. Why I don’t know what’s happening? "I said get out!""What?" he asked innocently.“Why are you here? This is my room! ”"We can just go back at out home, why are you even staying in here?" he scanned the room with the disgusting look in his face.”What? Are you kidding me? I’m not going back to you! ”"Why?" his eyes are cold.I stopped, almost backing away in horror at the sight of his eyes."C-cause, I'm not going back."I’m not making any sense."I said why?" he raised an brow.I palmed my face. I don’t know why I can’t say it with my mouth now."How did you know I'm here?"I asked slight mad. He side eyed me. He even removed his shoe and lay into my bed. Damn this man!"I'm asking yo