All Chapters of THE GREAT ARRANGEMENT: Chapter 21 - Chapter 30

When Saika sends me a text message asking what I want to do today, I ignore it. As I go towards the stables while holding Lucas' hand, I put my phone back in my pocket and try not to think about it. We go out into the pasture and pet two horses; one of them is Rory's favorite from the night before, but now I find myself disliking it. To which Lucas replies, "Let's go see this spotty one," as the brown one stands there perplexedly.A bright voice says, "Good morning," It sounds like Rory but with a Scottish accent. I'm shocked and irritated to find Rory standing there. As soon as my grin disappears, he knows something is wrong.To ask, "What's up?" As he approaches me, he asks.While pondering, I give him my whole attention.When do I start playing? Are you acting casually or crazily?As I push by him carrying my baby, I tell him, "Don't speak to me."So, I guess I went with insanity.They hear his loud "Hey" yell. For what it's worth, I'm curious:He's glad I have Lucas to hold onto w

My head trembled in shock; she was incredible. "I had no idea we were meeting for tea." After addressing her directly, I said."Well, we need to eat properly; I could whip up something."I can't refuse your food if you offer it, so thanks. I looked around at the guys who were still tanning. "Hey, listen up! Tonight, Saika will prepare a traditional Indian feast. That should show her what happens when you treat her like a dog in heat. Don't let your ovaries run wild, you freeloading whore.All that tension and hostility has worn me out, so I'm going to leave Kiran in charge of Lucas while I nap. Before I could even finish telling Kerry about curry night, a message came through from Rory.I can't stand it here; let's go to my place and have a chat. Just leave the rear door unlocked.Reluctantly, I enter Rory's backyard through the back gate and announce that I'm out for a stroll. The well-kept garden takes me back to the rose gardens I see in vintage royal films, and it completely takes

He probably wouldn't, though, because he always seems to have several projects. Last week, I saw them come and go at all hours of the day and night.I wonder if I shouldn't have let her finish the meal first. Now she might not cook my favorite dish because her face is downcast, and her body is deflating as she looks down at the curry pan."Hear, don't speak to him at all. I'd want to add. Have him over tonight and have a wonderful time; some innocent flirtation is healthy for you. No, I wouldn't go too close to him like that; he probably has the clap.He can show up yet, right?" I need to get an answer from him.As I leave her hut, I am ashamed at how this affair has transformed me into a person whose very traits I loathe. When I look in the mirror, I don't even recognize who I am. I used to be really good at maintaining my composure, but now I just couldn't seem to get myself out of my rut. It all started with a scratch that I had to scratch, and now there was blood everywhere becaus

I nod along with the sentiment and consider how much I will miss Rory. I'm debating whether or not it would be best to do what Kerry has done and call it quits right now. It was a wonderful week, but there's no use in making myself suffer further if everything is finished by next Saturday.After the movie ends, Kerry says she wants to turn in early and go to bed with me. I requested that she contact Saika before bedtime to ascertain whether or not she is willing to forgive me and consider my arguments.My favorite way to spend time alone is to get a blanket and a bottle of wine and relax on the big wooden chair outside the patio doors. Ahead of me is a lot of work, and just contemplating it makes me tired. Besides talking to Kiran, I need to win over Saika. After that, I'm looking at a house sale, a move, disruptions to Lucas's schedule, co-parenting nightmares, and extended periods during which I won't see him. Money is another factor. It's getting too much to handle at the moment.F

As he draws nearer, I move uneasily in my seat. Even though it's been only a few days since our fight, he seems distant, and his eyes are melancholy.A nonchalant "Hey" escapes his lips as he slows in front of me.I give him a friendly nod and grin. It's good to have you back.With the words, "Listen, I don't want to finish on bad terms," he draws nearer, increasing the rate at which my heart is beating.I just say, "Me neither." Heavens, I miss him and everything that he was to me. There is nothing I desire more than to be physically close to him. My hands keep wanting to reach out to him, so I clench my fists tightly.Can you make some calls before you depart, maybe? Please, let's just call it quits and act like grownups about this.I give him a knowing nod and a grin he doesn't return.As I watch him walk away in the other direction from which he came, I finally relax enough to take a deep breath. Kerry has been watching the whole time because she rejoins me immediately.Is everyth