Gabbie's POVWeeks had passed after that haphazard date. We remained the same. He is still the sweetest man I've ever laid my eyes on albeit the fact that he was once the scariest person I've known. Every morning he would join me in cooking breakfast, and we will then share the food together. He oftentimes calls me while I'm at school, asking how I am or if I'm done eating lunch. In the evening we would watch some movies of different genres but end up talking about each other's unknown facts. It was like that for almost a month. I should be in my happiest state right now, but no.On random nights between those weeks, I kept on receiving pictures of Xander and Nicole at that same party. It was multiple shots with barely different postures and it makes me squeeze my heart every time. It unfailingly reminds me of how Xander lied to me just to be with that model. Aside from the kissing, there is also one where Nicole Smith whispered something to him and she looked so giddily. There is no
3rd Person's POVA deep sigh was released in the air as Gabbie is preparing some pancakes. It's early morning and she's on the breakfast menu. But her mind lingers on different thoughts and the majority are about her pregnancy."Good morning, baby." Xander came down to assist as he usually does. Gabbie smiled at him curtly and brought back her attention to the pancake as if she was actually paying attention to it.Xander saw the fresh fruit juice on the table and grabbed a glass to help himself be quenched. "Did you make this?" He poured a good amount and then drank it in one go."Yeah, how is it?" Gabbie asked back. She is still not affording a view to Xander and pretending to be occupied with her work. The man then came near her and held her by the waist. That's when the girl finally looked up to him who's now on her side. Xander didn't miss that chance to kiss Gabbie when they met eyes. It was a passionate one, allowing the girl to taste the bitterly sweet flavor of the extracted o
3rd Person's POVThe film majors went for a night party after the successful program. But Gabbie was not feeling very well so she was sent home early. Also, the fact that her classmates' glares are darting at her big time, she just couldn't feel comfortable. Leia was so pouty when she knew her friend was not gonna join the celebration but couldn't make her stay either, especially when she knew about her friend's pregnancy.Gabbie went home but didn't stay in her room, instead, went to the dock where she might find some peace of mind. The sun is beautifully seen in that area and is about to set now.The girl knew this plan to meet up with Nicole will tear her heart to pieces. But she wanted to know the truth that she's been deprived of ever since day one. Why was she forced to marry Xander?What is the mission she needs to accomplish?Who is Nicole Smith for Xander?The answers to the former two questions might not come from Nicole but the last one is sure she knows. Asking that would
Gabbie's POV"Congratulations! You're pregnant," the female doctor exuberantly stated, showing me the screen of her computer that has my ultrasound result.This is it. It's official. I plan to finally announce it to Xander tonight but I made sure of it first. I came to the hospital in the early morning of Saturday, making an excuse of going to Leia for a hangout. I even barely succeed an approval from him. Xander has been very strict these past days. He would always check if I'm home on time, if I am dressed properly, if I eat healthily, and anything else.I always obey him, that's not even new. He is venting out good things for me anyway even so sometimes it is getting too much. Just this morning, I didn't surmise him to say no because Leia's been my friend and I've talked about her to him many times. That conversation with him was too tangled whenever I think about it.*Flashback"What are you gonna do there?" he asked while forehead frowning."Just...simple hangout. We didn't have
3rd Person's POV4 YEARS AGOA splash of cold water had awaken Niki from a temporary knock. She was running out of breath and couldn't even realize where she is until a man in his clean suit appeared in her front."How was that?" he asked the girl.Niki tried to move but her hands are tied up behind the chair she was seated on as well as her feet. She looked around to see familiar faces of men in black suits. Damn this formal kidnappers!"That was cool. Woah!" She made fun of her situation. Well, she is not your typical victim who would play her role in a dramatic way."As expected. You really have a thick skin, huh." Niki smirked to that which heightened the kidnapper's anger."Says the one who audaciously kidnapped someone. You think your skin couldn't be thicker than mine?" A hard slap was then thrown on her cheek."See? That hurts." The old man wiped his palm, pretending to have maimed after slapping her. "How can you not see how shameless you are when you took all my money and no
3rd Person's POVIt's been four hours since Xander went out of the ward. He stayed by the hallway silently but his mind has been so loud and he cannot assuage even a second. He wanted to see Gabbie, hug her, and give her comfort. He knows she is hurting right now and the scene he saw before he came out of the room has been fretting him so much. But he can understand why Gabbie reacted that way, pushing him away. She probably hates seeing him. It's his fault and he is not denying that. He is vexing himself for not knowing her situation all these times.That day when he received the pictures from an anonymous sender, he cannot succor himself but to lose his mind overthinking everything that could have happened. Niki knew enough of him and she would lose nothing at all if she decides to pour it all in one natter but Xander has so much to slide out of his hand. He might fail to hold Gabbie to stay in his life and it would be equal to losing his life. So he's afraid, so damn afraid that in
Gabbie's POV"I've got my diplomaaa!!""Ahhh!!!" I and Leia held each other's hands while shrieking and jumping in the air. Finally, I've got it after long summer nights of continuous hard work. Now, I am a graduate and that feels so nice.We had a small celebration in the house. The guest is only Leia and Josh. Of course, Gwyneth and Garry are here, too. They cannot possibly miss this important day of my life.I have lived my life to the fullest. I was blessed with so many precious moments together with my family and friends. These moments never cross my mind to pursue anymore since I married, but no, they still came through and I couldn't be happier.My father could wake up very soon, says the doctor. Leia and Josh were hired by a big entertainment company and they're now rookie filmmakers. Garry is about to start schooling after a two-month vacation. He even joined the football varsity of the university. Gwyneth and I had so much time to know each other more. Some nights, we would
3rd Person's POVEarly morning at a classy restaurant, Xander is waiting for Gabbie to come. He has been internally shaking after two months of separation. Just like yesterday when his wife called, he got so electrified that his heart was not beating the whole time they talked on the phone. But today is different since they'll be able to see each other again. He couldn't be more scared of the something she wants to tell him but also couldn't be happier to finally meet his wife again.It was not so long when Gabbie entered the place. She wore her casual look on clothes but her cast is not the same as before. Xander saw her roaming her eyes around. She must be finding the man. He stood up immediately and it was at the same timing the woman finally glanced in his direction.They met eyes. Gabbie stopped for a second there but returned in a haste to the aura she brought with herself. She strode the remaining distance between them while their eyes are still fixed on each other. Breathing d