(Juliet’s POV)“Is that really you?” Julia asked while I simply stared her down, surprised. If I was told I would be meeting my own sister right here in flesh, I would have definitely argued it. Since the whole ten and half years, I distance myself from my family the same way I distanced myself from Jason. Jason noticed the expression of uneasiness that ran through my face and asked me if I was okay, with a whisper. I nodded.“You mean to tell me that after all of these years everyone has been looking through all nook and cranny for you, you are alive and well? Even mom and dad thought they lost their daughter already. Do you even know how much worried they were, and how much I had to pacify them when they started crying because they thought you were dead? And all this while, you are with a man?” She asked sarcastically, but I wasn’t saying a thing. I didn’t have time for all of Julia’s nonsense and trouble. In fact, I don’t want to have anything to do with her, and the only reason I
(Juliet’s POV)I picked up the picture I had where all of my family was in — Julia, mom and dad. It brought back some memories I deeply wanted to ignore, but it just keeps on flushing at me. I waved it off, remembering what Jason had said. If not for Jason, I would never think of going back to that house. Never. But today, after I had told them of my existence, I would be going there for a family dinner. I wondered how it will go.Eric was still in school. I didn’t want to leave him all alone in the bakery since I won’t be there. I picked up my phone and made a call across to Jason.“Hello, Jason.” I said, followed by the sounds of my light breaths.“Darling. Are you there already?” He asked. I understood that he meant the family dinner, but that was not what I called him for.“No, not yet. I’m all prepared though.” I said. “If you are not busy, can you pick Eric up after school? I don’t want him to be all alone at the bakery since Alice will not be there.”“Of course, I can do that. I
(Juliet’s POV)It was as though I dropped a bomb shell on my parents when I told them that I already have a child over all the years I left. It came as a surprise to them. I decided to tell them because I was not in to hiding anything from anyone. They took it as an extremely great piece of news, asking me to bring Eric to them. I expected it when I told them anyways, so it didn’t faze me at all when I heard it from them.Here, I was reading Eric a book to help him sleep. Enid Blyton’s The Faraway Tree was one of his favorite books ever. Even I couldn’t count how many times I’ve read each chapter to him to help him sleep.“Eric?” I called, gently stoking his hair. He looked up to me upon my call, posing an inquisitive face.“Yes, mom?” He responded, still staring directly at me.“Would you like to meet my mom and dad?” I asked, and he quickly rose up. He put on the same surprised reaction he wore when I told him he would be meeting Jason. The only difference was that this time around,
(Jason’s POV)We arrived at the Venice beach quite late in the evening. Although I did wish we could have arrived earlier, I had also made preparations and plans should in case we arrive late. One of the things I extremely hated was watching my preparations falter, and that is why I always had a backup plan for my backup plans. I am that meticulous.“It’s late. Let’s rest a little bit at the hotel.” I told Juliet, offering her my hand. She took it, smiling, as we both took our luggage to the hotel I already booked.I had my research properly before coming all over to Los Angeles. My research showed me that one of the best hotels to be in during vacations was the Hotel Normandie, and that was exactly why I booked it. I wanted the best for both of us, so we could both enjoy the two-day trip. It won’t be so interesting and memorable if every single thing I chose isn’t worthwhile. And, moreover, it was near the airport, so it won’t be such a hassle to retreat there after any journey we em
(Juliet’s POV)“So, how far do you visualize your company in years to come?” Jason asked while we dug into the steak. It felt uncomfortable asking such questions during this time where we were supposed to say something romantic to each other, but I disregarded it and answered him.“I have set my goals right from the onset. I started by being the biggest baker in the city, then the state, soon it will be the country. Then the continent and the world.”“The world? Hmmm. Do you really think that’s possible? What do you intend to do to make that dream be realized?”“It’s simple. I’ll just keep on doing what I’ve been doing.”“And what have you been doing?”“Being consistent and reasonable. It has helped me up to this stage. I want to believe it will keep on helping me.” I answered, focusing all my attention on the steak that was right before me. I wasn’t enjoying the conversation, but I didn’t want to just ignore him. What would be my response if he asks me what’s wrong with me? That’s de
(Juliet’s POV)The day dawned crisp and clear. The sun poured through the windowsills, allowing all the light of dawn seep into the room. The light brushed through my eye brows, waking me up from my long sleep. I noticed Jason’s arms were wrapped around me in a cuddle-like position. I didn’t force myself out of it, I simply drew closer to him.Moving closer to Jason, I felt his bare skin on mine. That was when I realized we were both stark naked, both of us, while on the same bed. I smiled, stretching my fingers that they would curl around his fluffy hair. I fondled with his hair, admiring both his hair and face. I was long lost in the admiration of his physique when suddenly his left eye flung open. I was taken aback.“Why are you staring at me? Were you going to eat me?” He asked, closing his right eye while the other was open. I blushed at his morning voice. It sounded so hoarse, deep and cool that it reverberated through my head, sending in a soothing feeling around my whole body.
(Jason’s POV)“Did you just say you love me and hugged me?” I asked, holding Juliet out so that I could see her face. The feelings of excitement flushed right through my face, as I screamed out of delight. Does this mean we were getting all along very well? Just last night, we had sex for the second time. And just right now, she told me she loved me and she definitely meant it.“Don’t drag it.” Juliet responded, hitting my arms playfully.“I wasn’t even joking. You don’t know how happy I feel right now. Happiness has me on a chokehold.” I responded, gripping my neck and describing what I was trying to say. “You just made my day, you know? Thank you so much.”I said, pulling her towards me and planting kisses all over her. She chuckled at every kiss I landed on her while she fumbled her arms around behind me. I stopped playing and planted a deep kiss on her lips. This time, I did it with all of my emotions and affection. And I think she felt it too, because she wrapped her fingers behi
(Juliet’s POV)I noticed a weight bearing itself over me early in the morning. Of course, it was Jason, but I just didn’t know what he was trying to do. He brought his mouth closer to my ear and whispered into it. I couldn’t make anything out of what he was saying, but the vibration of his voice tickled my ear which jolted me off my sleep.“Are you awake, darling?” He asked as I rubbed my face with my arms as though trying to wipe my drowsiness along with it. Whether that was a myth or not, it doesn’t matter. All that mattered was the fact that it worked a little bit. I rose up from my lying position and sat on the bed, the duvet cover still shrouding my half-naked body.“Yeah, what’s wrong? You were tickling my ear with your voice.” I said lazily, stretching out my arms and yawning loudly at the same time.“Everyone is waiting for you downstairs. We are all down at the restaurant for breakfast. I figured out you were stressed out from yesterday’s riding.”“Hell yes, I was. And everyo
(Juliet’s POV)For some weeks now, I’ve kept noticing that something was wrong with me. Especially my mood, the way it goes on and off is really worth to be questioned. The worst part would probably be how some of my favorite foods were starting to irritate me and make me feel as if I wanted to puke.“Are you alright?” Jason asked with Eric in his laps. Both of them were staring at me as I hit my chest for the fourth time in a row. They noticed that something was off about how I was behaving, and the way I had shaped my mouth too.“Mom?” Eric asked, and I nodded.“I am alr…” I had wanted to respond both of them that I was okay. And that I was only feeling something rise up in me abnormally, but I was cut short by the way the ‘thing’ suddenly gassed up inside me, fueled. I ran to the toilet, burying my head inside the water sink, and letting myself pour out all that vomit.Jason was behind me, covering Eric’s face as I puked into the white sink. He softly pulled him behind him, moving
(Juliet’s POV)The wedding party was over. The only thing left right now was for the newly wedded couples to leave for their honeymoon.I couldn’t possibly count how many wishes and prayers were devoted towards Jason and me with each steps we took. It was as though there were people placed around everywhere we were walking past.“Hey girl, you are good.” Alice said, kissing me on the cheek and hugging me so tightly. “Make sure tonight is memorable. Check your luggage, I dropped something in it. Make sure that’s what you wear tonight.”“You are naughty.” I said, spanking her on the butt. I knew exactly what she was talking about. I didn’t need anybody to tell me Alice was fantasizing about me having sex with Jason tonight, but it was less awkward compared to the first time, actually.“That’s what makes life spicy, no?” She said and we both burst out laughing. Jason pulled up the car in front of me, meaning that everything was set and we were supposed to leave already. I hopped into the
(Juliet’s POV)Alice rushed into the toilet, vomiting into the white sink that was right in front of her. She opened the tap and cleaned her mouth with the water that ran through it. I was behind her, watching her as she cleaned herself up. While she did her thing, all that was in my mind was fear. Was my best friend sick when it is the morning of my wedding day? Oh shit, I hope not.“Are you alright? Is everything okay?” I asked, moving closer to her as I wiped her wet face off with the handkerchief that was with me. She stood up upright and looked at me, nodding as a response to my question.“Yeah, I’m okay. I was just dizzy and suddenly felt irritated inwardly. That was why I vomited. Nothing is wrong with me, so put your mind at rest and let’s get you prepared.” She said, plastering a smile on her face. However, I still had some doubts about Alice. Part of me felt like she was only pretending to be strong because she didn’t want me to feel guilty as I would head down the alter lat
(Juliet’s POV)I went to the bridal shop to get my wedding gown. Alice and Julia asked to tag along to check how perfect it was. There was Adam too who begged to follow; I allowed him since he was gay anyways, and seeing me in the wedding gown wouldn’t mean a thing to him.We got to the bridal shop wherein I went into the changing room to put my wedding gown on. Alice, Julia and Adam waited for me outside the changing room, straining their eyes to see what I was going to show them anyways. I was done putting on the wedding gown, so I pushed aside the curtain at the changing room, stepping outside with so much finesse and beauty. I had hardly taken more than two steps when I was met with series of claps from the three of them. It sounded like a rainstorm, carrying so much of excitement.“Wow. Your gown is preeeeetty. I’m jealous.” Alice said, holding the tip of the gown and caressing it with so much care. I blushed at her words, praising myself for having a good eye for the gown, and c
(Juliet’s POV)I was going to be getting married to Jason few days after today. We were both in the room right now looking through the list of what we needed for the wedding to confirm if we haven’t left anything out at all. Jason and I skimmed through the lists, checking out what we already have ready on ground.“The wedding gown?” Jason asked, holding out the list.“Checked. Although I will have to go check it out in my room later.” I replied, and he ticked it up in the list that was with him.“I think we are all set. Everything is ready and all checked. I’m really happy and anxious.” Jason said, dropping the list to hold my hands.“Yeah, me too. I can’t describe how happy I am right now.” I said, burying my head under his broad chest. “I will be leaving your hotel room to mine today though. I won’t be staying with you here again. It’s our wedding soon, we can’t keep on seeing each other.”He scratched his head playfully, giving me a type of gaze that suggested to me that he underst
(Juliet’s POV)It was so surprising when I suddenly heard a group of people said ‘congratulations’ at the same time behind me, and clapping towards us. I withdrew my lips from Jason’s, trying to see who they were. They were my family. Julia, Alice and Judah too were among them. I saw Eric’s face twitching with delight. I figured out he understood what was going on even if he was just a little kid.“I’m happy for you, Juliet.” Alice said, wrapping her hands around me. I did the same, too, patting my best friend in the back as she started wishing me good luck and prayers. It would be an understatement to say that everything that happened here today, and that was going to happen in the future, regarding my happiness with my family, was all because of Alice. She was a friend that stood by me through my thick and thin. Even I didn’t know how well I could thank Alice. But, I started it simple first.“Thank you.” I said, as tears rolled down my cheeks as I remembered everything I had been th
Chapter 86(Juliet’s POV)Julia was still deeply hug within my grasp when the door handle turned and the door flung open. It was our mom. She rushed towards us, making the ‘awwn’ sound about our reconciliation.“Mom? What are you doing here?” Both Julia and I asked at the same time. We thought we had asked all of them to leave the room for us when we were about to talk. Who knew mom was still by the door eavesdropping on everything we had said? Hehehe.“I heard everything, darlings. I couldn’t resist the urge to put my ears behind the door and listen to all that you were saying. And it so lovely and beautiful to know that both of my daughters have been able to solve their differences and finally reconcile. I’m so happy right now.” Mom said, while both of us sisters beamed with a large smile.Mom had hardly spoken when dad appeared too behind. Apparently, he had heard everything too, but was not going to show up till he sees how we were going to take it. He shoved his face through the
(Juliet’s POV)“Why exactly are you so jealous of me?” I asked again. This time around, her eyes twitched but she still burst into laughter. Of course I knew she was only trying to hide the fact at first, she was still going to come back to her senses?“What the hell do you mean ‘hate’ and ‘jealous’ of you? Like, I literally have everything you don’t have, babe. I have the perfect body that turns men’s heads; I’m so pretty a stranger would beg to stare at me for hours; my model-like body is a killer, and literally, everyone fucking loves me where you are despised. So, why would I even bother to care about you at all when you aren’t a threat to me in any way?” She asked, laughing maniacally. This time around, she had stopped leaning back on the entrance and was standing on her own right now.“Well, you tell me, because the signs of your jealousy are there, sis. You are literally so jealous of me and I don’t know why you would fail or be blind to believe that you are. You aren’t being t
(Juliet’s POV)My head aches lightly, yet I still couldn’t help but feel how heavy it is right now. I gently opened my eyes to see where I was. I don’t remember anything that happened. I don’t even know where I was right now. My sight was first blurry at first before it started to become as clear as day. I tilted my head to my right side and found Alice sitting beside me on a plastic chair. Both of my parents were sitting at the left side, while Simone was standing by the foot of the bed, his head was buried into his palms.“What happened? Where am I?” I asked, and everyone’s attention went right back to me. It was as if they had heard something sinister because they all sprung up immediately, checking me out to see if I had really just talked.“Are you okay, my daughter?” My mom asked and I nodded. I noticed the drip that was being passed into me as I tried to sit upright on the bed. The headache flushed over me immediately as I moved it upwards. “You should rest. You are not okay fo