All Chapters of The Love I Have Hoped For: Chapter 81 - Chapter 90

"We made it!" Nancy shouted as we entered the car. She was just waiting outside the store just in case something happens. We walked as fast as we could to the parking area. We both were too excited about what happened. "I was so worried about you, but I should say, you nailed it. I didn't sense any fear from your voice. You sounded so cool in there. I wish I took a video of it. And Erica's face! That's epic. I never thought it would be so much fun to insult her like that.""Thank you, Nancy. I couldn't do it without your help. You're my acting coach, remember?""Of course! And I have more things to teach you. Maybe I was a bitch in my past life. I have so many evil thoughts in my mind now, you know.""I'm happy I didn't meet that bitchy side of you. I wish we can celebrate though. This calls for a drink, but Colin and mom would be suspicious if we look so happy. Next time, we will celebrate when we can finally beat the king.""Are you sure you won't let y

The newly opened hotel is now packed with people who want to make a reservation for the night. While most people fall in line to be one of the first guests of the hotel, Nancy and I queued with those who want to dine in in their elegant restaurant. The line for diners is not that long. I guess this is because even though they offer half of its original price, it is still expensive, and most people nowadays are practical with spending. The establishment will start allowing customers to come in at exactly 11 am. Nancy and I arrived before 11 so that we can witness the ribbon-cutting ceremony. According to the news, Geoff himself will be the one to welcome the first guests of the hotel and we have to make sure that we will be in the premise once it started.Both of us are wearing dresses with high heels. I also got luxury bags from my wardrobe for us to use.10 minutes before 11 AM, they started the ribbon cutting in the hotel main entrance. Geoff and other executives of

The guards were waiting for me and Nancy at the back entrance of the motel. I was so puzzled. Why would reporters be interested in me?"How many reporters were there?" I asked the guards when we got in the car."Around five, ma'am and some photographers. There were also around 20 people outside waiting for you. They look angry.""Why would they be? What did I do?""I think it's better to check social media app, ma'am. You're one of the most talked about people this time," says the female guard.I and Nancy got our phones to check the trend list in the web. The name Jessica is on the 15th rank. I clicked on the name and I saw some of my pictures posted on the website. One picture was when I and Geoff went to the beach. Another was the date I had with him when we first met. There is another picture of me holding many shopping bags. Nasty descriptions of me were also posted by anonymous people."How could she leave her husband when she already

Japan?!" I shouted as I heard the word. It is now the last month of the year which means it is now winter in Japan. The clothes I brought for me and Athena are for swimming and staying in warm areas. How can we stand the cold? Nancy and mom also looked so surprised when Colin finally revealed our destination. Like me, I'm sure they also never expected that we will go overseas."Yes, Japan. Have you visited Tokyo before?" Colin asked."No. I never had any experiences going out of the country. The problem is it is winter there now. We don't have any winter clothes." I explained."We will buy. That is not a problem. We will drop by duty free stores later to buy everything we need for our trip. We need coats, warmers, boots and gloves. If you need other things like cosmetics to make your skin is hydrated, you just pick them up and I'll take care of the payment." He then took Athena and carried her in his arms. "Do you like to go to Disneyland? We can see Micky Mouse

We went back to our apartment unit after leaving Lara behind. I am in cloud nine. I couldn't believe what I have heard. Colin accepts everything about me, and he is never scared to defend me in front of other people, not even to his ex-wife whom he used to love so much. I feel sorry for Lara. She lost a great man just because she thought another man can make her happier. We were both quiet inside the elevator. He never let go of my hand which I find very sweet.That night, everything went back to normal. No one talked about Lara. Even Colin looks unaffected by what happened. Sometimes, I still feel worried whether I should fully trust him or not. I guess this is the effect of having a bad relationship in the past.That week, the news about the upcoming Business Gala became a hot issue. Everyone seems to be excited with the event since all big names, not only in business field but also in entertainment industry normally attend this gathering. This is also where some rum