Forced Marriage

"How can you be sure that I am the Father of that child?" he asked seriously.

My ears warmed up when I heard that. I was very insulted by his question because he seemed to have a superficial view of me. After all, he was very lucky, because in an instant I gave away the thing I treasured the most.

"How dare you to say that?!" I asked firmly while stopping the tears from falling in my eyes.

"You are accusing me a lot, Woman," he answered.

"You are the first and last man who touched me. I gave you my virginity that I kept for 25 years. Then you just insult me like this?" I said to him emotionally.

He was silent at what I said as if he was thinking about something. I heard him sigh before speaking.

"Blame yourself not me" he responded.

He immediately stood up and walked out of the restaurant. I wanted to chase him, but my heart was too heavy and my legs were too heavy to walk. I didn't know what to do at that time. All I did was cry while caressing my stomach. I want to be angry with that man, but I know I'm guilty too. I became fragile and stupid to give in to a stranger that night.

Yes, I don't really know him, but I feel like I love him.Despite what he did to me, I still couldn't be angry with him too much. Yes, I know, I'm stupid to feel that way. I'm a fool because I fell in love with an arrogant stranger man.

After a while, I left the restaurant. My feet were too heavy to step on. My mind was confused about how I would fix everything. I was pregnant and I couldn't put everything back. If only I could take that night back.

Suddenly my phone rang and I saw Mommy calling. I took a deep breath before answering her call.

"Hello, mom," I said.

"Are you at home?" he asked.

"I'm on my way home, mom," I answered.

"I can't go home now because your Aunt invited me here to spend the night. I gave in because we haven't seen each other in a long time," she said.

"It's okay, Mom. Just give her time and don't worry I'm okay at home," I replied.

"Alright, son. Be careful when you go home. Bye!" she said goodbye.

When I got home, I went straight to my room. I lay down on the bed and held my stomach while staring at the ceiling.

"Baby, I'm sorry," I said while caressing my stomach at the same time as tears fell from my eyes.

I didn't realize that I had fallen asleep and I just woke up to the sound of my phone. When I looked, someone was calling from an unknown number. But I knew that number was his, so I didn't think twice about answering the call.

"Hello?"I uttered.

"Congratulations," he greeted.

I didn't understand what he said. Has this man lost his mind? Why is he congratulating me?

"What are you talking about?" I asked confused.

"I will marry you," he answered directly.

My eyes widened when I heard from him. Was what I heard right? Will he marry me?

"Are you joking? Or do you really want to tease me?" I asked him.

"I'm serious, woman. I will pick you up tonight because my parents want to meet you," he answered seriously.

I couldn't believe what I heard from him. When I hung up, I slapped myself to confirm that it wasn't just a dream.

Around 5 pm, I took a shower and got ready. I texted my mother that I was leaving first. It looks like she won't be able to catch up with me because she said she'll be home at 9 pm. She seems to be enjoying herself with her best friend. That's also one of the ways he's forgotten, my father. I know that until now she still hasn't moved on even though long years have passed.

While I was fixing myself in front of the mirror, my phone suddenly rang. I went out of my room in a panic and I have to admit that I was nervous. I didn't know how to deal with his parents. What should I say? Shall I say that one night he got me pregnant? What will they think about me?

When I went out the door, I saw the elegant car parked in front of our house. I walked towards it and everything around me slowed down when a very handsome man wearing a white long-sleeve appeared in front of me. I was surprised when I heard his voice, and that's when I realized that I was stunned for a moment.

"Hey!" he shouted.

"H..huh?" I stammered.

He just shook his head and got back into his car. I hesitated to enter because I was so shy. I thought he was going to open the door for me. But as handsome as his face is, his behavior is just as ugly. I thought of backing out, but my desire to give my child a whole family was still more dominant at that time.

When I got in the car and it didn't even say a word. The two of us were silent until we arrived at a very large and elegant mansion. I was so amazed by its size, even though we hadn't entered inside yet. I plucked up the courage to ask him what I should tell his parents.

"I'm nervous. I don't know how to deal with them. I don't know what to say," I said nervously.

"This is what you want, right?" he asked firmly.

"Tell them the truth" he added.

I was hurt by the answer I heard from him. My mind wanted to retreat, but my heart insisted. Why is he torturing me like this after I gave my everything to him?

I tried to hold back my tears because I didn't want to cry at that time. I braced myself as we entered their mansion.

We were greeted by a woman and a man in their 60s. Both were white in complexion and very elegant. They smiled sweetly at me and kissed my cheeks.

"Welcome to our Family our future daughter-in-law. What is your name again?" her mother asked with a smile.

"Camilla Garcia, Ma'am" I answered softly.

"What a beautiful name. Anyway don't call me Ma'am but Mom" His mother praised me.

"Thank you,m..om?" I answered hesitantly.

They invited me to have dinner in their huge dining area. I was surprised when this man helped me to sit down. I don't really understand his behavior because he's too moody. He sat next to me, facing his parents. I smiled at them even though I was nervous.

"I think we need to talk about your marriage," his father said seriously.

"What are your plans now, son?" he asked him.

I heard him sigh at her father's question. And I saw his father frowning while looking at him.

"It's up to you, Dad" he answered.

"Well, I want you to get married as soon as possible while Camilla's stomach has not grown yet. I don't want our family's reputation to be ruined just because of your one mistake" his father stated.

"Yes, I will marry her as soon as possible, Dad," he said seriously, and smiled.

All of a sudden, butterflies flew inside my stomach even though I felt that he was being forced. And I also noticed that his behavior is different now. He speaks calmly and I can see how much respect he has for his parents.

"Okay, That's good. Anyway, I want to meet your parents, Camilla," his father said with a smile.

"Ahm, my only companion in life is my mom," I replied.

"Ohhh okay. We want to meet her so we can prepare for your wedding," his father added.

I smiled at what his father said. I didn't expect that they welcomed me this warmly. They were so kind to me, so I lost the nervousness I felt earlier.

After dinner, I said goodbye to them and Ransom volunteered to take me home. I agreed because that was what his parents wanted. While we were driving home, he was driving quietly. I couldn't stop myself from asking him about the two of us getting married.

"Are you forced to marry me?" I asked him.

He didn't answer my question and remained silent. I sighed and was restless until I heard his answer. I didn't want to force everything if he really didn't want to.

"Just tell me if you don't want it. I'm fine and all I want is for you to be the father of my child," I said to him seriously.

But I didn't hear any answer from him. He made the car run even faster so I was very close and felt scared.

When we got to the front of the house, I got off. He didn't say a word and immediately left. I just held my breath and shook my head as I followed his car.

When I entered the house, I saw Mother smiling while looking at me. Her face was serious, so I was nervous as I approached her.

"The car that brought you here is Elegant. Who is that? Your boyfriend?" she asked seriously.

I don't know what to answer. I don't know how to tell him about my sudden marriage to a stranger, especially since I'm pregnant.

"Mom," I uttered, softly.

I had no choice but to lie and nod to him. I had no choice but to pretend that Ransom was my boyfriend. And I was surprised by her reaction.