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Twenty one

James rushed into Portia's room when he heard the screams. He wasn't surprised to see that it wasn't something bad.The little girl was running all over her room, behind her was Luna. It was the third time this had happened to him in a week. He should stop worrying so much, although it never hurt to be vigilant. Maybe someday the screams would be for real.He left the room quickly, then, went to his room and sat on the bed.He was planning a trip. Not a long one, but he wanted to take a trip. Two weeks had passed since his argument with Luna.How did it go? Bad? Not necessarily. Their relationship had improved, though they each tried to keep it quiet. He tried to stay out of it and be professional, but sometimes he got caught up in some things that limited that rule.He didn't want to treat her badly, but if he let her get close, it could be catastrophic, as he knew each other. He knew himself and knew how much he could get involved if they decided to be friends. Of course, the thing

Twenty two

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The huge living room was illuminated by the large windows and the beige color of the walls made the room look much larger than it really was. The space was filled with dresses of all kinds. Long, short, embroidered, silk...I couldn't really distinguish beyond their colors.Upon arriving, Cameron was surprised to see James around the place."What are you doing here?" she had asked him. The answer was simple: get something for Portia, and why not, Luna.The wedding was coming up, and James could tell how desperate Luna was that she didn't have to wear it, since James hadn't given her enough notice. She had flatly refused to accept any money from him even though she hadn't gone out to get any either. For that very reason, she would do him the favor.Choosing a dress was really difficult. While he liked fashion and would never turn down a good garment, he accepted that he was at a complete loss as he had no idea what Luna's taste was.Finally, with Cameron's help, he had chosen two option

Twenty three

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Sarah looked at James neutrally. He just kept smiling."Why is it that every time I'm with you, you smile?" she asked."Because I'm happy when I see you back."Sarah laughed."I'm afraid you won't see me anymore." she expressed kindly. James snorted."You're leaving again?""I never came back," she confessed as he stroked her cheek."And what is this really?"Sarah sighed."Let your soul be at ease. Please.""What do you mean?""It's time to move on. I'm with you and Portia. I'll always be there.""I...Sarah...""Do what you have to do." she smiled. Instantly, she started to walk away.No. No. He had to get her back. He tried to hold her but it was useless, her figure disappeared.And it was all over. James opened his eyes. Sweat was pouring down his forehead rapidly. His labored breathing made his chest ache and the tachycardia made his heart feel like a rock. He was hyperventilating. He tried to calm herself, though his fluttering heart prevented him from doing so.- Luna - he utter

Twenty four

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James was in the front.-I could drive - he exclaimed angrily.-No, you can't. I think the doctor clearly explained that you couldn't overexert yourself.-What does that matter?-No, you won't.-Yes, I will. - he answered looking at her even more angry.-Would you rather do what you want and be physically unhealthy or take care of yourself for a while and be fine? - she scolded him.- Don't put me in a bad mood. - he said in a whisper.-Now, shut your mouth! - he exclaimed.-I don't know why I let you talk to me like that. - he complained.-I don't either, honestly. I don't dislike it, though.-Ah, well, do you like it? For what reason, may I ask? - he asked looking at her intently. She took a breath.-Because it helps you realize that you're not the boss of everyone.-I don't think I'm the boss of everyone, it's something totally different. - he defended himself.-You give orders and expect everyone to obey you," he growled.-And what do you want? I was raised this way, I can't chang

Twenty five

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An incoming call from Peter startled James. He was falling asleep.-Hello," he answered curtly.-Hey, how are you feeling?-Fine. - he replied dryly. Peter laughed.- Good, take care of yourself, huh. Listen, I wanted to ask you if I could call Luna.- What? Why?- Well, if you don't have a problem I'd like to ask her if she'd like to come with me to Andrews' party.James looked at the floor in confusion. What?- No.-Why?-He's going with me.-Why is that?- Well, I asked him.- Well, so you like him after all. I knew it.-No, don't be absurd. I can't go alone, and I wouldn't put up with another smug date. Besides, I know Luna, it'll be interesting.- You don't think she might misinterpret the invitation?-How?- Well, you know...it could happen.- No, Luna wouldn't believe that. Besides...no.It felt absurd to say that. Of course, she might misinterpret the invitation after the scene they'd made in her room. She preferred to avoid that part of the story.-What about you?- I'm not i

Twenty six

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James looked at Collin as he continued to talk about his engagement and how happy he was about it. He was looking at him with tremendous seriousness, while Collin was looking at him menacingly and rubbing his nose in every one of his personal victories.-And I mean, I plan on getting married later this year, don't I Jessica? -he asked the young woman sitting next to him. She looked at him with a smile.-Of course, love.James made a disgusted face, unconsciously.-Is something wrong, Yorke? -asked Edward, another partner, amused. Everyone at the table turned to look at him.James laughed.-Nothing, I'm sorry. I mean, engagement is usually a great thing, isn't it? You know, that whole stage is usually filled with revelations about our lovers.- I agree. - Edward replied. - My mother always told me that if you get through the wedding process, you can get through anything.- Sure, I'm sure Collin can handle it, can't he? - he asked. Collin looked at him with fury in his eyes as he laughe

Twenty seven

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James looked at Collin with boredom. The guy kept talking about his stupid engagement, about how much money he'd spent on his car, about everything he did. He was a total idiot. He just wanted to go home. To be honest, he never liked those kinds of events. He only attended because Edward had invited him, the others, he hardly ever went to.The dinner went on like that: Collin, Collin, questions about his father, questions about his work, Collin, awkward questions about Sarah, and finally, Edward's extensive stories.After an hour, it was finally time to go home. What could I do?Portia was gone, Rose was gone, and Luna was mad at him. What would he do? Surely he would have to go in quietly, and go to sleep. And he didn't want to sleep. Shit, he didn't want to.Edward was at the door dismissing each of his guests.James walked toward her.-Hey, James! Thanks for coming, really. - smiled Edward.-No need, it's been my pleasure.-How is Portia?-She's perfect, her health has been impecca

Twenty eight

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James watched as his daughter was covered by a large white cloth."Portia, please, no.....""Sir, you must step away." requested the man covered in that white smock he hated so much. James began to gasp."You can't take me away from her." he shouted and ran to the girl's body. He slowly uncovered Portia.Her face was white and cold. Hair fell delicately down the sides of the girl's face that had once been full of life. He looked at her with despair."Portia, please..."She sobbed uncontrollably as a giant pain shattered her heart.She was dead.-James stood up with his breath hitching. His chest was rising and falling rapidly, as tears streamed from his eyes like waterfalls.He looked around carefully, he began to calm down. She was in her room, it had all been a dream.-James? -asked a voice behind him. He jumped. It was Luna.He remembered everything that had happened the night before in a second.He looked at her carefully, she was only covered by the thin blue sheet fabric, her h

Twenty nine

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- Come on, come on. Where's Portia? - James asked, looking at his mother. She looked at him wearily.- She's with Luna. Can't you hear me? - she answered and went into her son's house.-It's getting late, I have to pick up Iris and it's a long way to the castle. -He said as he followed his mother. When he entered, he sat down on the sofa.-Calm down a little, there is still a long way to go before the ceremony begins. - she answered, trying to calm her son down.He was hysterical. The house was in complete disarray. Rose was not there, her mother had woken up at some crazy time in the morning and then had spent an enormous amount of hours getting ready.-What's taking so long? -he asked wearily.His mother snorted.-Go get Iris and then come back for us.James looked at her for a few seconds.- Okay, but can you please be ready for me when I get there?Clare, his mother, watched him walk away as he left the house. Her son was more nervous than usual.He had recently confessed to her h

Thirty

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James's house was no longer the mess it had been when he had left. Portia had been watching the window for several minutes as she couldn't wait for her father to arrive. She was a born party lover and wasted no opportunity to exploit the situation to the fullest.Luna, meanwhile, was distracted by her computer in the kitchen. Clare had been telling her a couple of anecdotes about Mitchell and he sounded like a completely unusual man. James had told her that in his teenage years he had become one of her main father figures. After all, his father had died and Mitchell was the only one who had been there for him without wanting to sabotage him.He was writing an email to his mother when his phone vibrated. He ignored it for a few seconds but then it did again. He looked at it quickly and the unusual message caught his attention.He picked up the phone and read. What?"See you soon, Luna. You can't keep me away if I don't go alone."He chose to ignore it and with a distorted mind, left it

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