Chapter 67“Suta,” Marco whispered as he opened the door wider for Tamara to come into the house.Her eyes burned from equal amounts of pain and gratitude as Marco opened up his arms and just hugged her.Out there, a mere few away from his front porch, Marco hugged her and just let her cry. Tamara broke down again just from his kindness and he held her.He stood with his arms wrapped around her, slowly rubbing her back as she bawled in his arms.No questions were asked about where she had been or why she was so broken.It was one of her favorite things about Marco. He had the ability to just let her exist.Finally, after what felt like an eternity, Tamara sobered up and drew back slowly.“Thank you,” she whispered, love, swelling in her heart for Marco.“Come,” Marco gently guided Tamara inside the house.She remained silent as he took her to his room, excused himself to run a hot bath in the bathroom, and then came back for her.“What are you doing?” Tamara blinked at Marco as he gen
Chapter 68Tamara took a deep breath and raised the mug of coffee to her lips. She felt content and happy.The smell of pancakes and coffee beans was in the air, low music playing from the speakers as Marco fired eggs and chatted away with her.It took her back to her apartment in Paris and when Marco would come over. The dynamic between them hadn’t changed but then it had.Last night, Tamara didn’t know what she was thinking when she kissed Marco while she was naked in the bathtub.Thankfully he seemed to have his wits about him and after the kiss broke, he smiled and exited the bathroom.She had been mortified. Embarrassment crept into her bones as she remained in the bath until her fingers were pruned and the water had turned lukewarm.Some part of her expected Marco to fully ignore the kiss or be weird but surprisingly, everything had been perfectly fine between them.“Hey,” Marco placed a plate of eggs on the island in front of Tamara and scrunched his brows. “You okay?”She blin
Chapter 69Tamara cleared her throat and folded her hands on the table. “I don’t know what you’re re talking about,”Chelsea scoffed “You’ve taken everything. You had sex with him didnt you? And now you going to marry him,”“I have a meeting in five minutes,” Tamara lied smoothly. “If that’s all, please excuse me,”“You can’t have him!” Chelsea banged her palm on the table and moved closer to Tamara. “Do you know everything I've done just to be with him?”Tamara’s knees began to shake as a fresh wave of anger washed over her.“Chelsea leave. Or I’m calling security,” Tanara said firmly as she narrowed her eyes at Tamara.“Oh, I’ll leave,” Chelsea stood to her feet. “But you won't marry him. I’ll never let you,”The office door opened at that exact moment and Kim stood at the door with some security men.“Please Madam, allow me to escort you from the premises,” She smiled broadly at Chelsea.Chelsea’s face turned red, she snatched her bag in front of the table and stomped out of the of
Chapter 69Tamara took a deep sigh and clutched the edges of her dress to calm her nerves.She was in front of the restaurant, her eyes straining to see beyond the glass door where Mrs Rosa Donatelli sat at a table with her son waiting for Tamara’s presence.Tamara felt a hand at the back of her waist and jerked in shock.“Relax,” Francesca smiled. “She’s not going to eat you,”“Isn't she?” Tamara cracked a smile and visibly relaxed as she turned back to stare through the door. “She’s nicknamed Drago Donatelli for a reason. And she doesn't even like me so I’m confused why she's here to attend my engagement ceremony,”Francesca chuckled. “True. Let's hope her fire doesn't burn so hot when Marco and I tell her about the breakup,”“No,” Tamara held Francesca’s hand and shook her head. “I know Rosa. She’ll find some way to pin the blame on me, can you maybe not tell her tonight?”“Tamara,” Francesca sighed. “She’s going to blame you anyway because that’s what she does. Even if I told her
Chapter 71“And yes, we think the strawberry one is better,” Tamara heard David say as he dropped his fork and gave the cake woman a nod.“Babe?-“They were supposed to be trying and picking desserts for their wedding but Tamara wasn’t focused. She couldn't shake the feeling that she was feeling watched.“Babe?—-““What?!” Tamara snapped as she jerked and turned to David in irritation.He froze and his eyes widened in shock as the cake woman stared in surprise.“I… I “Tamara stuttered with a sigh and gently massaged her temple. “I’m sorry just feeling a bit jittery,”David swallowed and gave a nod. “I can pick out the rest if you want so you take a break and rest.”“No, no,” Tamara shook her head. “I want to be a part of it,”David cocked his head like he didn't believe her but thankfully didn't push.“Here, taste this. I picked the strawberry one,”Tamara blinked as he brought a strawberry spoon towards her.She shook her head and stopped his hand. “No. I don’t like strawberries,”Ag
Chapter 72Tamara staggered and dropped back into a chair as her head rang. Marco’s grip on her waist loosened and he held her hand tightly as she shut her eyes and struggled to breathe.Pregnant?! Chelsea was pregnant?Flashbacks of Tamara’s own pregnancy dawn before her eyes. The doctor, the intense feeling of joy, and then it changed, to David returning his wedding ring.Tamara having sex with David. Evangelyn’s car accident.The paper threat in front of the restaurant.“Are you okay? Stay with me. Breathe,” Marco’s voice seemed to come from far away as Tamara swallowed the air and tried her best to breathe.Respira She could almost hear Evangelyn’s voice in her head urging her to breathe. Tears leaked from the sides of her eyes and her hands shook.“Breathe. Tammy, look at me and breathe,” Francisca had joined Marco. Holding on to Tamara’s second hand.With a deep breath. Tamara’s lungs forced open and she opened her eyes wide at Marco.“What was that?” Her voice rasped as a lo
Tamara stood in front of the mirror, taking in small breaths. She rubbed her hand down the front of her dress and sighed.She should be happy or at least try her best to look happy. The makeup artist has done a wonderful job, dusting her cheekbones with blush and artfully bringing out her beauty.But most noticeable were her eyes. For some reason, Tamara had been unable to stop herself. She had requested the girl highlight the only feature that originally belonged to her.“Are you ready?” Francisca pushed open the bedroom door and came to a stop as her footsteps faltered.“Hmm?” Tamara turned back to look at Francesca.“Yes, yes I’m ready,” she gave a nod.“Wow,” Tamara grew a little self conscious as Francesca’s eyes sweeper over her. “You look amazing,”“Thank you,” Tamara gave her a grateful smile. “I’m just so nervous about tonight. The letter clearly said—““The letter said you should back out before the engagement,” Francesca finished as she looped her elbow through Tamara’s. “T
Chapter 74Tamara’s hands shook as she tightened her grip on her glass. The slightly sweet smell of the strawberry infused champagne, turned her stomach.“Are you okay?” David asked from beside her and tightened his grip on her waist.“Yeah. Yes, I am,” Tamara gave him a nod and turned back to the crowd.From where she stood on the stage, Tammy should see Marco’s eyes trained on her intently, his direct gaze bringing her a bit of comfort.“Thank you!” She called out in a loud voice to her guests. “Thank you all for honoring our invitation and coming to celebrate with us. We say thank you. So let’s all raise a toast,” Tamara lifted her glass to scattered applause.“A toast to life! Marriage and of course, Partnership,” David cheered and clinched his glass with hers.Tamara gave a nervous smile, careful not to let her fear show. She raised her glass to her lips and tipped her head, emptying the entire thing.Applause rang out in the hall as people began to congratulate them.“Restroom,”