Her father recounted what had happened between Peter and Imelda; what caused their separation, and how they settled the long-term issue."You see, Natalia, dear. A simple misunderstanding could lead to a lifetime effect. I know Henry was wrong, he misunderstood you, totally. It was only a misunderstanding, and people do get hurt, when accused falsely. I understand how you feel, my dear."I won't force you to take any decision now, I need you to think about it. What do you want, truly? Only you, can answer this question. Be true to yourself, search within your heart, and you will definitely get answers. I haven't met Henry enough, to know what kind of person he is, but your sister would not lie to me," he said, going closer to her.He held her hand, and rubbed it gently. "I would say you should give love a chance. Give him a chance to correct his mistakes. We are here for you, okay?" Her mother added, agreeing to what her father said.They both hugged her, and gave her a reassuring s
Andrea's world seemed to have stopped the moment she saw Mikel dressed up like a charming prince, ready to take his bride to the palace.Everything was surprising. From the clothes she wore, the decorations, and now, this! She wondered when they planned it, because she had no idea about it.She stared down at the handsome man kneeling before her with a ring in his hand—a sparkling ring. The memories she shared with him, right from the first day they met, how things turned out for them, and she was left broken. She never believed it would end this way.She was still in shock, so she hadn't said anything. The only thing she did was to stare at the male figure and the beautiful object of attraction in which he held.The people around started to panic, even Mikel, who was now covered with beads of sweat, as he thought of the worst outcome of his surprise.This was what he was scared of. What I'd Andrea rejected him? What if she does not end up accepting to marry him, because of what he
Andrea looked at them in confusion. What secret were they talking about? Was there something she did not know?She looked at Natasha, and then, at Natalia."Uh, what…what's going on here? What are you two talking about? What secret?" She asked, wondering what it was they were hiding.The twins stared at each other, telepathically communicating through their eyes.After giving each other a meaningful stare, they nodded in agreement."Let's just tell her," Natasha said in a low tone."Yeah, I mean the surprise is over."Natalia turned to the confused girl and began to explain things to her."So, Mrs. Mikel, this engagement party—everything you see here was planned by us. When I mean us, I'm talking about three of us," she pointed at herself, Natasha, and Henry. "Alex, and your husband.""Mikel called us, asking for our help, because he wanted this party to be special. He wanted to make it one of your best memories, so we put it all our best and combined all you love. And, ta-da!" Natash
Andrea found her way to Jayden's table, where he sat with Alex. It was a table of four; Jayden, Alex, Sonia, and Carina. The ladies had gone to get themselves a glass of wine, so it was left with Alex and Jayden."Hey, there! Married woman," Alex said, raising a glass to his lips, as he hid his smirk."Oh, c'mon. Don't start now," she said and sat down between them. "Thank you for coming, Jayden. I thought you wouldn't come," she said."Huh? Why should I not come? I thought this was my best friend's engagement party?" He asked, calmly.Andrea was moved. She knew how Jayden could be, he might not have attended. It seemed like she had been so caught up with things that she did not notice her cousin had changed."Congratulations, again, Mrs. Andrea Jackson!" He intoned, wearing a warm smile on his face, as he took out the gift he bought her. She slowly stretched her hand and took the gift from him."Thank you, Jayden. Thank you," she replied, hugging him."Don't I get a hug, too?" Ale
Andrea had gone to look for Natalia, but she could not find her. Just as she was about to pass, she thought of checking the balcony. She had been staring at the two lovebirds kissing like they gave no care to the world.It looked romantic as the dim lights rained on them, giving off a tranquil vibe.Natalia turned to see Andrea standing there with a smile on her face. She felt embarrassed that she buried her face into Henry's chest."You do know how to be shy, Reverend Sister Natalia," she teased, causing her to blush more."Well, this sister is no longer a reverend. I've found him now, so I quit the sisterhood of single ladies," Natalia retorted, holding on to Henry's arms, as she leaned in on him."And I was wondering if you'd change. You still have that mouth! Anyways, your energy matches his, so he won't have too much of a problem, right, Henry?" Andrea said, arching a brow at Henry, who sheepishly nodded."I'm happy for you, two. Alas! You will no longer feel oppressed, whenever
Jayden was reluctant to attend the meeting, but he still had to go. He arrived 20 minutes late, and the moment he stepped in, he became the center of attention, as all eyes were on him."Good evening," he greeted and took his seat, not minding his father's peering gaze."You do know that you are 20 minutes late for this meeting," Fernando said, staring at him.Everyone else kept quiet, waiting for Jayden's reply. Although Andrea could not read his emotions, as he had masked them up, she could feel that he was hurt.She wondered what had happened to the father-and-son relationship. Lukas, on the other hand, felt that his brother was overreacting. Jayden was his son, and no matter what, he shouldn't treat him that way. "Yes, I know. Could you proceed with the meeting? I do not have enough time to waste," Jayden replied, relaxing in the chair, as though nothing mattered.Fernando was enraged. "How dare you talk to me in that manner? Do you think this meeting is a joke?" His father t
Jayden froze at the spot. Everyone else in the room became still, unable to say a word. Their faces had a mixture of surprise and pity for Jayden. Jayden stood there, his back facing the others, so that they were unable to see his facial expression or read him."Fernando!" Lukas yelled, turning sharply to glare at his brother."That's enough!" Peter added almost immediately.They had let him say whatever he wanted to his son because it was a father-and-son discussion, but his last words were not necessary.The three of them knew that his parents' separation was never Jayden's fault. Why was he blaming it on him now?"Really? I'm guessing you forgot to add that to my bedtime stories when the butler would read it to me at night, while I was young."I have nothing to say to you, Mr. Fernando, but I will leave you with this; whatever I do in my life from now on, you have no business with it, and no right to meddle with my affairs. This marriage discussion is over, I will marry whoever a
Her heart skipped a beat, when she heard Jayden's name. Alex would definitely not call her up at that hour of the night if it was not something urgent, and her assistance was needed.She glanced at Fiona, who muttered a " what". "I cannot explain it over the phone, but Jayden needs you, Carina. He is hurting himself, he is breaking things," he rushed, panicking and worrying.On hearing this, Carina jumped out of the bed, and placed the phone on loudspeaker, as she began to change her night wear into a simple dress. She was ready to go to his house, and help him in any way she could. "What? Why? It's past 10pm, and I don't think I'll find a cab here. It will be hard to see one out now," she said, trying to figure out what to do.She had begun to panic, hoping that he hadn't harmed himself."I'm on my way now, I will pick you up," Alex responded, and hung up, without waiting for a reply from her.He dashed out of the mansion, and to the car park, where he got into the car, and drove