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SCANDAL Chapter 16
Serena ran out of the room, gasping for air. Only then did the realization of what she just did hit her and she gasped, mortified. She turned around and placed a hand on the doorknob but no matter how hard she tried, she couldn't open it. What would she say to Gerald? How would she explain herself to him? Worst of all, they're not even at home. She tried again but didn't get any luck. Scared, she ran away.Making sure not walk to far away, she glanced at the door, tears pricking her eyes. She needed to go back but was terrified of how Gerald would react. Biting her lips, she tried to stop the tears from falling." Serena, is that you?" A voice asked and she flinched, a bit startled. Turning to the direction of the voice, she found out it was from Jessica. She let out a sigh of relief." Yes, it's me." She replied, her voice hoarse. Jessica walked closer, her eyes scrutinizing her." What are you doing here?" She asked. " I thought you wanted to sleep
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" I need to talk to you." She forced out, scared to bits. Gerald scoffed, glaring at her. " About what? I thought we said all that needed to be said last night." He muttered. Serena shook her head, forcing air down her lungs. " Not at all. It's why I need to talk to you. You've been avoiding me all day. But you can't avoid me if we're in the same room." She replied, her voice as calm as ever. Gerald was getting irritated just listening to her. " Well, I choose to avoid you. Now, if you'll excuse me, I need to go and use the bathroom." He said, his calm voice hiding the raging emotions he felt inside. The last thing he wanted was to attack this woman in a state of anger. " I'm sorry Gerald…" she said anyway. " I'm sorry about how I ran away from you last night. I didn't mean to. I couldn't help it." She muttered, tears clouding her eyes. Gritting his teeth, Gerald closed his eyes. God help him but this woman was threatening to drive him crazy.
Last Updated : 2022-02-27SCANDAL Chapter 18
Gerald arrived home, feeling more tense than necessary. He'd expected to feel lighter now that he had cut ties with Scarlett but couldn't help the bad feeling I his gut. Like something terrible was going to happen afterwards. He'd tried to shake it off on his way home but it only got stronger. Of course, Serena was waiting for him when he arrived. A smile on her face, she welcomed him with a kiss, wrapping her hands around him afterwards. He took in a deep breath, some of his worries dropping away. " I didn't expect you to be out so late." She whispered against his neck. " Sorry, I didn't know I would take so long." He muttered, his voice gruff. She pulled away, the smile still on her face. She had already dressed for the night and from where he stood, he could see all her beautiful features but now wasn't the time for carnal desires. &n
Last Updated : 2022-03-01SCANDAL Chapter 19
Serena woke up with a sick feeling in her gut. Rubbing her aching muscles, she stifled a yawn. She barely got any sleep last night as she kept thinking of how to tell Gerald everything. Shaking her head as if to dislodge the thoughts, she slipped out of a bed. A knock came on her door, interrupting her. It creaked open and Lana peeked in. She relaxed. " Good morning, my lady." She greeted as she walked in. Serena murmured a reply. " Where's Gerald?" She asked as she ran her through her hair. " He's downstairs ma'am. It's almost time for breakfast." She informed Serena. Serena sighed, glancing at the large clock in the room. " I must've woken up late." She muttered to herself. " I need to hurry." She told the younger lady, who nodded in approval. " I'll help you run your bath." Lana said as she walked to the bathroom.
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Days passed and Serena managed just fine. It wasn't easy, seeing her abuser everyday and having to act like she was unaffected but she did it. She made sure she was never alone and spent a lot of time with Gerald who seemed not to mind. She was eagerly waiting for the time Thomas would pack his things and leave because the week he had proposed was slowly coming to an end. She'd told herself she would survive as long as Gerald was by her side and that looked like the case. It looked like everything will turn out fine and Thomas would leave without making any contact with Serena. Until that day came. Gerald had received a letter from the Royal family asking for a meeting and all dukes had to be in attendance. Gerald was no exception. It would last for a week before they could be able to return home. Serena heart dropped to the ground when she heard it, her body breaking into goosebumps. " You really have to go?" Sh
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Serena spent the next days in fear, hiding from Thomas. She barely came out of her room and when she did, she was always with a maid or someone she could trust. She was eagerly waiting for the week to be over so Gerald could return from his trip. When the third day arrived, she didn't come out at all. She had expected Lana to bring her food just like she had been doing for the past few days so when noon arrived and Lana was nowhere to be found, she was immediately worried. Thinking Thomas might have done something to them, she immediately stepped out of the room. With her heart in her throat, she stepped out of the room, surveying the hallway. It was empty. Serena let out a breath she didn't know she was holding and continued down, calling Lana's name. There was no response from her or anyone for that matter. That made her even more worried than before. Her steps soundless, she continued downstairs, glancing around. " Lana?" She called again. Still no a
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Serena escaped to her room, locking the door behind her. Slumping to the ground, she let the tear well up in her eyes and flow out. She was so terrified for a moment she'd thought he would have his way there. She lay there, her heartbreaking. Why does this have to happen to her now! How the hell is she supposed to stay away from him till Gerald comes back! With shaking legs, she stood up to her feet, barricading the door with a few things before standing behind it, her heart beating loudly in her chest " You can't hide in there forever, you know that right?" Thomas's voice boomed and her blood ran cold. He was already here! She clenched her fists so hard they began to hurt. " Go away…" she growled, her voice menacing. She heard him chuckle, probably amused by it. " I'll find the key to this room and when I do, you're going to regret biting me, young lady." He announced. Her heart did a summersault and she felt li
Last Updated : 2022-03-08SCANDAL Chapter 23
Chapter 23 " You son of a bitch!" Gerald growled as he pushed Thomas off Serena, punching him in the face. " You bastard!" He growled, watching as blood transfusions trickled down his nose. Serena scurried away from the spot, gripping her clothes tightly as tears of relief poured out of her eyes. He's finally here! Thomas, that bastard almost had his way with her. Still blinded by anger, Gerald continued to rain blows on Thomas and the latter did nothing to fight back. When he finally released him due to exhaustion, Thomas coughed out blood, his face a mess. He chuckled, much to everyone's surprise. Gerald felt the barely depleted anger rush up again. He tried to rush up at him but Thomas caught him just in time, pushing him away. Gerald landed on his bottom. Thomas cleaned his face. " Wasn't expecting you till the day after tomorrow." He drawled, the disgusting smirk still on his face. " Were you that worried about her you left your d
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(Six months later) Serena stood outside the church doors, staring longingly at it, a smile on her face. It had been there all morning and though she knew her cheeks were probably hurting from when it faded, she knew it won't be happening anytime soon. This is the happiest day of her life. Beside her was Clara, whose arms was intertwined with her, a smile on her face as well but it was more gentle. She reached up to pull the veil over her face, shielding her vision. " Nervous?" Clara asked. Serena nodded, unable to help herself. Yes, she was nervous but she was also giddy with excitement. " Don't be." Clara whispered, going on to hold her hands. The chorus soon came and it was time to walk into the church. Serena took in a deep breath, letting it out slowly. She let Clara pull her along and she followed, falling into steps with her. They soon entered the chapel and everyone eyes turned on them. Serena's hands gripped Clara's hands tightly even as her gaze settled on Gerald, who wa
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The past few seconds was the most horrifying seconds of his life as Gerald stood in the room, watching as they tried to resuscitate Serena. He'd broken into the room at the sounds of their yells, disregarding everyone that tried to hold him back. It felt like a nightmare. A terrible nightmare. One that made his blood run cold and terror climb up his spine. He stood there, his eyes fixed on a pale-skined Serena, the same words repeating in his head, over and over again. Don't let it be! Please, don't let it be!! A long time passed before the mid-wife came with the reply that she was conscious again. But he still stood there frozen, imagining the worst. His eyes blurred with tears and body trembling. When the words finally sank in, he turned to the mid-wife who flinched on seeing the expression on his face. He glanced at Serena who eyes opened tiredly, color returning back to her cheeks. He ignored whatever the mid-wife was saying, marching up to Serena. Her dazed ey
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The second Gerald walked into the mid-wife home, he immediately began asking for Serena, his eyes searching frantically for her. The women in the room restricted him from going further and kept telling him to him go back. Their noises and arguments forced the mid- wife out of the room she was in, wondering what was causing the commotion. She paused when she saw the strangers in the room. Clara saw the woman and immediately rushed to her, asking for Serena's health. " Not good," The woman told her and Clara's hands flwe to her mouth, stifling a gasp. " She's having complications wen we've just discovered the baby might be a breech baby. " She told Clara and watched at the color drain from her face, blanketed with horror. Gerald was there and he heard what they said. Shock was his first reaction and he stiffened all over. When the meaning of the words finally sank in, he turned to the mid-wife, rage in his eyes. " You will let me see Serena, right now." He growled, his voice calm and
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Gerald finally arrived at Araith, he watched as the trees whizzed by, his heart light and racing in excitement for the first time in months. He was going to see Serena again, the knowledge wouldn't stop replaying in his head over again, his lips curled into a smile. He didn't try to brush it off. He intentionally didn't write when he'll be coming in his recent letters because he meant it to be a surprise. He imagined what kind of look she would have on his face and his smile only grew wider. He probably looks stupid now. He was already free from the responsibilities of being a Duke and now a regular person with a way too much money. That didn't matter now, all that mattered was seeing Serena again. Slightly impatient, he watched as the carriage rode till it got to her house. He sat up straight, It was so small, a huge contrast to the cold mansion he'd been living in. But he was the happiest here. Getting down from the carriage, he paid the driver his fees. The driver bo
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Gerald received the letter Serena sent him. A smile was on his face as he read through it, though he was partly confused on what surprise she had back home. He tried guessing but since his guesses would be wrong, he gave up on it. Of all the guesses he made, not once did he have the thought that she could be pregnant. While he worked that day, he had a smile on his face. He decided later on, he'll be sending her a letter.... Serena decided to tell Clara the good news. And just like she expected, the older woman was happy for her. They screamed and hugged feeling so happy for Serena. Eventually they settled down to talk more about it. " He really did it?! Oh my, i still can't believe it!" Clara said, still smiling. " Well, he did. He wrote that he'll be coming soon. Though, it might be in a few months." Serena replied, her eyes smiling. " I'm sure you can't wait to see him." Clara teased and watched as Serena blushed. " He's not coming immediatel
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(Four months later) Months went by and Serena never told Gerald about her pregnancy. Though she receives his letters and occasionally writes back to him, she hasn't found the courage to write that she's with a child. That, more than anything made her worried. The questions wouldn't stop running around her head. What if he stops caring? Or he hates her for it? She couldn't bear the thought. On the flip side, as the baby grew inside her, she found herself loving it. Her worry and initial fear for being pregnant had dissolved to reveal the joy that was contact on her face. Occasionally she got stares and murmurs from people around her for being pregnant and not having a husband nearby. She didn't let those words get to her as she focused on herself and the baby. She couldn't wait to have the baby in her arms and hoped to God that gerald would e happy about it. One day, Clara asked if she had already told Gerald about the pregnancy. Serena faltered, hesitating a bit. She glanced at Clar
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She's pregnant, the words were a little too hard to believe. The doctor already confirmed it. She could still remember the shock she felt when he told her how far long she had gone. She's six weeks pregnant. Sinking to the ground, Serena wrapped her hands around herself, feeling cold all of a sudden. It was still so hard to believe. She bit her lips, the fear and dread threatening to cosume her. It made her unable to feel the happiness that came with such news. " There's nothing wrong with being pregnant. You're going to be fine." Serena whispered to herself, trying to sound positive. Instead, her throat closed up and she began crying instead. Any elation she has in her heart had died with this information. Now, she was just scared. Scared out of her mind. She didn't know if this was good news or not. She didn't know if she should tell Gerald or keep it to herself. She knew she couldn't, they were all going to find out sooner or later. The unknown was threatening to drive her crazy.
SCANDAL Chapter 76
( Six weeks later) Serena has been feeling tired a lot lately. When the symptoms showed up four weeks ago, she blamed it on lovesickness. Well now, she couldn't ignore it. Still, she tried to work like before, ignoring the way her body protests all the time. Part of what made her push through was the letters she receives from Gerald on a weekly basis. They never hesitated to put a smile on her face and she found herself anticipating his return. Today, she had visited Clara to spend some time with her. She found it hard to concentrate in their conversations as she kept stifling yawns and zoning out. Clara eventually noticed and decided to ask her about it. " Dear, are you okay? This is the third time you'll be yawning in the past minute." She called out gently, genuinely worried. Serena glanced at her, a small smile on her face. But her eyes look tired. " Yes, I'm fine Clara. Just a little tired." She sighed, looking away. Another yawn came and this time s
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" I'll do it." Gerald finally said with a note of finality. Serena turned to him, startled. " What?" She asked, confused. He looked at her, his face serious." Then, I'll do it. I'll give up my title and come stay here with you." He answered. Serena was about to burst out laughing until she heard the seriousness in his voice. Her smile dried up immediately. " You ARE serious." She muttered, staring at him. Slowly, she sat up on the bed. " This is not a joke, right? I would be really angry with you if this is a joke." She said, her voice also serious. " I've never been more serious with anything in my entire life." He replied. Serena's heart skipped a beat as she stared at him. Her brain was reeling and she found it hard to understand what he was saying. " But... How are you going to do that?" She asked, still trying to wrap her head around it. Gerald's lip twitched then. He leaned close, kissing her forehead. " That's for me to worry abou
