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22. Marry Me
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Somebody That You Loved 23. Engagement Ring
Bonita gazed out the window as Benjamin's Jeep sped along, leaving the silhouettes of objects and people they passed far behind. In the quiet, her thoughts wandered until her eyes rested on the engagement ring—a gift from Jenna—that adorned her ring finger. The ring was slightly loose, though undeniably beautiful and elegant.Something gnawed at Bonita’s heart. She knew something was wrong but couldn’t pinpoint what caused her unease. If Zayna truly intended to take Benjamin from her, wasn’t it futile now that their engagement was public? Or was Zayna planning something to sabotage her wedding with Benjamin?Her phone buzzed in her pocket, interrupting her thoughts. A call from Velica broke her trance. Bonita hesitated before answering, guilt gnawing at her for not informing Velica about her engagement plans before the announcement went public.“Is it true? Your engagement with Benjamin?” Velica asked without preamble.“It’s true,” Bonita replied.“Are you serious? I just found out be
Last Updated : 2024-12-09Somebody That You Loved 24. Burgundy Ranunculus
The news of Bonita's engagement filled Maria with jealousy and a sense of failure in her attempt to separate Bonita from Benjamin. Maria had been elated upon hearing the rumors of Benjamin's affair with Zayna. Even though she already had a handsome and wealthy fiancé, Tommy, Maria couldn’t help but envy the consistently affectionate relationship between Benjamin and Bonita over the years. After all, Tommy often acted cold toward her.All the wedding expenses had been paid by Tommy before Maria learned about Bonita's engagement. Dark thoughts crept into Maria’s mind, prompting her to consider canceling her collaboration with Bonita's bridal shop for her own wedding preparations. However, she ultimately refrained, knowing Tommy would be furious.Maria was well aware of the time required to organize a wedding. It seemed impossible for Bonita to marry before her, even with Bonita owning a bridal business. She knew that all the high-end venues were fully booked during the season, and secur
Last Updated : 2024-12-09Somebody That You Loved 25. Prisons of Their Hearts
"I’ve already contacted Zayna’s mother and asked her to advise her daughter, but it seems Zayna is just too stubborn," Jenna complained over the phone, her tone laced with frustration.Benjamin and Bonita exchanged glances. The call was on speaker, allowing both of them to listen and respond freely. Benjamin had anticipated Zayna’s reaction, and his prediction had proven correct, yet letting Zayna act on her whims would only complicate matters further.Bonita was slightly annoyed by Jenna's call, as it came just after Eddison left the bridal shop. During the brief moments after Eddison's departure, she and Benjamin had indulged in stolen kisses, savoring the intimacy that work and circumstances often kept at bay. However, Jenna's updates about Zayna stirred Bonita's unease once more."May I have Zayna’s mother’s number? Perhaps she’ll understand better if I explain things directly," Bonita suggested after a brief silence."I’m not sure about that, Boo. I think she’s given up trying to
Last Updated : 2024-12-09Somebody That You Loved 26. Girl Talk
Helga kept her promise by ensuring Bonita’s wedding preparations went smoothly. She even communicated more frequently with Eddison, determined not to let him use this opportunity to get closer to Bonita. Pre-wedding moments often brought an influx of problems, but Helga was adamant that none of them should stem from Eddison."Why are you more excited about preparing for the wedding than the bride herself, as if you’re the one getting married?" teased Kenzo, glancing at Bonita, who was staring blankly at a wedding concept for one of their clients that afternoon."I’ve always been excited about wedding plans—anyone’s wedding plans. Including yours," Helga replied without looking at Kenzo.Kenzo momentarily choked before he could respond, "Seriously, you need to find yourself a boyfriend. Let me introduce you to some people and set up a date for you. Just let me know when you’re free, and I’ll arrange everything.""I don’t need your help. I’ll find my own boyfriend," Helga replied curtly
Last Updated : 2024-12-10Somebody That You Loved 27. Sweet Little Sister
Jeremy and Melissa’s sudden arrival successfully turned the atmosphere lively again. Since Jeremy moved to Melissa's home country and built a bridal business there, they had only returned twice in four years. This was their third visit after their last return, which had been a year ago.They handed two bags of souvenirs to Kenzo and Helga before insisting Bonita go home with them. They had already dropped off a large amount of food and other items at the house before heading to the bridal studio to fetch Bonita. Among all the things they brought, an exotic wall decoration immediately caught Bonita’s attention.“I hunted and skinned it with my bare hands,” Jeremy boasted, watching Bonita stare at the raccoon-shaped decoration with its head intact, mounted on the living room wall.Bonita turned to look at Jeremy. Her older brother was gazing at the raccoon display with pride, but it unsettled her enough to plot some playful mischief.“He’s joking, Boo. We bought it at a tourist village,
Last Updated : 2024-12-10Somebody That You Loved 28. Bonita’s Message
"Bee's behavior confuses me. He’s willing to marry me, but when we’re together, he feels distant, like his mind is somewhere else entirely. I know it sounds strange and makes me seem unsure about our marriage, but I feel like there’s something he’s thinking about that he’s trying to hide from me.""Have you tried asking him what’s on his mind?""No. I don’t want to ruin the mood. The wedding date is getting closer, and I don’t want to make him change his mind because of my weird questions. I know it might sound stupid to others, but no one would believe what I’m feeling.""What are you feeling? Trust me, no one would think you’re strange. I’m a woman too, and I understand that some instincts are hard for others to comprehend."Bonita stared at Melissa for a long time before finally speaking. "I feel like Bee is having doubts about marrying me. Maybe if he truly loves another woman, then all my suspicions will make sense."Melissa fell silent, letting the tension hang in the air betwee
Last Updated : 2024-12-11Somebody That You Loved 29. Meant to be
Bonita stared at her phone, feeling a strange, throbbing sensation in her chest. Her mind raced, her thoughts overlapping, making her ears ring. Something felt wrong—deeply wrong, yet oddly right.'Bee couldn’t possibly .... Could he still be thinking about his first love? But Mario said that love was never reciprocated.'Bonita searched for the name Mea Loza on her phone’s browser. Unlike Zayna, who was easy to find, there was no trace of Mea Loza anywhere. Bonita came across people named Mea, but they were in different countries with no sign of ever having lived in the same neighborhood as Benjamin.The restless tapping of Bonita's fingers on her phone irritated Kenzo. It wasn’t even the sound of typing, just a mindless gesture that screamed unease—a habit she had developed in the weeks leading up to her wedding.Kenzo grabbed the phone and placed it near his elbow to make her stop. Bonita’s gaze shifted to him, her empty stare confirming Kenzo’s suspicion that something was troubli
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"Look at that. She’s so sexy. Absolutely stunning," Velica said, pointing at a large promotional screen in front of the Kith store. On it was a photo of Zayna, wearing a red bikini with golden stripes, confidently displayed.Bonita glanced in the direction Velica indicated. "It’s no wonder she’s so popular.""She’s popular because she knows how to use your fiancé," Velica whispered as other shoppers passed by them in the mall. They were looking for a restaurant.Melissa had insisted Bonita take a break yesterday, pushing her to spend time with Velica. She even booked movie tickets for the two and arranged for a salon visit at the same mall."Have you seen her latest photo? She posted it this morning," Velica asked, pulling Bonita away from the Kith store showcasing Zayna's image."I wouldn't go out of my way to look up a woman trying to ruin my relationship with my fiancé," Bonita hissed, irritated."Fair enough," Velica replied with a curt nod. "How’s the wedding planning going, Boo?
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Somebody That You Loved Extra Part [2]
Drenched in sweat and immersed in inescapable pleasure, Bonita and Benjamin lost track of everything happening outside the campervan. It was impossible to count how many times Jeremy had tried calling the newlyweds who had vanished from their own wedding reception. He had traveled halfway across the world to attend his sister's big day, only to find her once again behaving as she pleased."Let it go; leave them be. Nothing bad will happen," Melissa said in a calming tone, patting the back of their son, Julian, who was snuggled in her arms. "Even if something does, they’ll figure it out on their own."Jeremy glanced toward Edith, who was smiling quietly in a corner of the resort they had rented as accommodations while preparing for the wedding. After years of estrangement, the resentment he once harbored toward his mother was gradually fading."Edith doesn’t seem worried. Boo has proven herself capable of traveling the world without causing trouble.""That’s only because Benjamin is wi
Somebody That You Loved Extra Part [1]
A deep, passionate embrace unfolded between the newlyweds as they shared a kiss under an altar set near a mist-covered waterfall. Friends and family cheered joyfully, celebrating the union of two hearts that had journeyed for years across the world to finally find their way back to one another in love.Only a handful of guests were present amidst the cold mountain air, including the bride and groom. It was an unconventional choice of venue, but nothing could deter Bonita and Benjamin from tying the knot after a long relationship filled with uncertainties.The bride's gown and the groom's suit were outfits they had owned for years. The altar was decorated simply with flowers and local foliage, arranged lovingly by Velica and Melissa over several days. Meanwhile, the warm dishes on the table, still steaming, were prepared by David and Zayna.Benjamin broke the kiss and gazed lovingly at his wife, a satisfied smile lighting up his face. “Thank you for letting me spend the rest of my life
Somebody That You Loved 76. Shared Breaths
"Stop it!" Bonita admonished sharply.Benjamin’s laughter echoed against the stone walls. He found most of Bonita’s written points reasonable, though a few struck him as utterly amusing. "Are you sure you want to know about that? You might get jealous.""I won’t get jealous as long as you’re honest with me. I’m not jealous of things that belong to the past.""Alright." Benjamin replied, taking Bonita's hand and guiding her to the sofa. His gaze softened as it settled on the woman who, to him, shone brighter than anything else in his world. "Just to clarify, does this mean I’m officially your boyfriend again?""As long as you fulfill all the points written on that paper ..., then yes."The kiss Benjamin placed on Bonita’s lips caught her completely off guard. Before she could think better of it, Benjamin cupped her face, pulling her closer as the kiss deepened into a gentle embrace.Having grown unused to such intimacy after so many years, Bonita tried to match his rhythm. Her arms fou
Somebody That You Loved 75. I Will Make It Grow
"That’s true," Bonita said, her head bowed. She had thought about it countless times—the decision to call off the wedding wasn’t just about Mea. "I went looking for my mother on the day we were supposed to have our date—the day you met Mea. My mother told me everything about her relationship with my father. I did love you, but ... I thought maybe it would be better to rethink the foundation of my feelings. I wasn’t sure if my love for you was pure or if I was in love with the idea of falling in love, like my mother once was with Frans."Benjamin’s hopeful thoughts came crashing down. Though there was still a glimmer of hope, Bonita’s reason for ending their engagement left him feeling empty."To be honest, I doubted whether you truly loved me. Falling in love at first sight is something I’ve always found hard to believe. When I found out about Mea, I thought maybe you only loved me because I might remind you of her.""You two are completely different," Benjamin clarified, his voice pa
Somebody That You Loved 74. Prisoner
All the windows in Tristan's family stone house were barred, forcing Bonita to give up on escaping. She had searched every corner of the house for an opening, but there was no way out. She even tried calling out for help to passersby through the windows, but they ignored her as if unwilling to risk getting involved in helping a prisoner.The crescent moon appeared quickly. Bonita chose to wait patiently for Tristan to return the next day, planning to confront him for locking her up with Benjamin—even though Tristan's words about food and the guest room were accurate.Benjamin had already showered and changed into clothes he found in the wardrobe. He asked Bonita to freshen up and change while he warmed the food in the fridge, but Bonita, too annoyed, refused when she saw that all the women's clothing in the wardrobe consisted solely of sexy nightgowns.Her diamond earrings and white lace dress still clung to her body as she lay on the bed. However, her leather boots had been removed a
Somebody That You Loved 73. Little Secret
"Are you using the same method as when you chose Mea's favorite flowers for our wedding theme?" Bonita asked, her expression grim.Bonita's question froze Benjamin in place. He hadn’t expected her to remember the flowers or even care about them after all these years."I thought I made it clear that I refuse to be anyone’s replacement.""You were never anyone’s replacement, Boo.""Don’t!" Bonita snapped, her voice sharp as she pointed a trembling finger at Benjamin. "Don’t call me that! I will never allow you to call me that!""Alright," Benjamin replied, his voice steady. "Let me say it again so you understand. You were never anyone’s replacement, Bonita."A jolt coursed through Bonita's fingers as he said her name, and she quickly crossed her arms over her chest, shielding herself from the emotional attack threatening to reach her heart."Listen," Benjamin began. "I chose those flowers because my father once gave them to my mother, not because Mea liked them. How did you even think t
Somebody That You Loved 72. Fortune-telling
"I don’t believe in fortune-telling.""Your life must be boring," Tristan quipped as he walked away. He pulled his phone from his pocket and answered a call, his eyes lighting up. "I'll bring her over. Just wait there and make sure you look your best.""Do you work in theater?" Bonita asked casually, assuming the mention of appearances had something to do with it.Tristan laughed as he put his phone back into his pocket. "No. I own a fruit plantation in the west, near where my mother lives.""Wow, I feel honored to know someone so important," Bonita said with a sly smile."It’s useless since you’ve already turned down my date invitation.""Should I regret it?" Bonita teased."You should, but no. You already have a lover. I’m not the kind of man who steals someone else's woman for personal pleasure."Bonita studied Tristan intently. "I could introduce you to Velica. She’s my best friend. She’s been single for a long time, even before I started traveling. Would you like me to introduce
Somebody That You Loved 71. Leather Boots
"Is that your lover?" His gaze fixed on the photo next to Bonita's campervan steering wheel. His expression shifted as he glanced back at her, studying her face more intently.Bonita didn’t respond. She knew exactly which photo he meant—it was a picture of Benjamin. The photo had been there for years."Forget my joke about being your lover. I wasn’t serious.""I wouldn’t accept your date invitation even if you were.""Relax, I won’t count the lunch I offered earlier as a date. The restaurant is two hours from here, but you should wear something a bit more appropriate for an upscale place."Bonita grinned. "I guess this is the perfect occasion to wear my favorite dress again.""You have a dress?" the stranger asked, squinting in mock disbelief."Of course. Actually, I inherited my family’s bridal business. I dress like this," Bonita gestured at her T-shirt and shorts, "because it's more comfortable for driving."He gave her a skeptical look. "Alright. I’ll have to shower at a lodge nea
Somebody That You Loved 70. Little Stinger
Weeks, months, and years went by.Benjamin's desire to find Bonita never waned. He had completely forgotten Mea. In his heart, there was only Bonita. Not even the countless women who flirted with him during his journey to find his former fiancée could divert his heart, not even for a fraction of a second.One thing Benjamin learned from his quest to find the love of his life was that he believed they would meet again at a more appropriate time. This belief gave him the patience to endure whatever life threw at him. If it meant circling the globe hundreds of times, he was willing to do so, as long as it would eventually lead him back to Bonita.However, Benjamin didn’t know that Bonita was deliberately avoiding the places they had once dreamed of visiting together. While he searched for her in their planned honeymoon destinations, Bonita chose to explore other locations.Benjamin observed kangaroos from afar in Australia, while Bonita danced with a group of shepherds in New Zealand. Wh
