Chapter 34
Emily Thompson
“It’s Xavier…” She trailed off again, finding it hard to complete her statement.
“What about him and why are you bringing up that cheating ass name into our conversation?”
“Please Emily, just listen to me. I promise not to upset you with this just that, it’s been a while we have always wanted to see you and talk to you about this”
“So, what is it about him that’s making you find it difficult to talk?”
“You have to believe me even if it’s going to be hard” She said whilst I narrowed my eyes at her intensely, waiting for her to say something meaningful. She’s keeping in too much. unnecessary suspense and I do not like it one bit.
“He’s dying” She announced.
“What?!!”
“Yes. He’s dying. A week after that incident happened, I found him lying unconscious in his house. He was rushed to the hospital and the doctor said he’s been diagnosed with cancer. He’s in his last stage and he can’t survive it” She said and a dry chuckle escaped out of my mouth.
“You don’t expect me to believe these makeup stories of yours, do you?”
“You have to believe me, Emily. I will never lie to you”
Well, you did in the past- I wanted to say that to her but ended up keeping my mouth shut. It will be meaningless to keep dragging the past issues with her as she has already apologized.
“You have to believe me please, he’s dying and he is so eager to meet you. Just one more time, trust me on this, please. I know it will be hard for you to believe but please, you just have to believe me. He’s badly sick” She desperately begged as she suddenly held my hand tightly.
Looking at her face right now, I could say that she might be telling the truth. She looks genuine with her words. The arrogant look I know her with is no longer there. She looks more humble now.
“If he’s that sick then, what was he doing all these while without getting himself treated!! He alted for his sickness to worsen before visiting the hospital or what?” I said, rolling my eyes Even though deep down in me. I feel for him but I’m still not sure yet if she’s telling the
has no idea about it None of us had an idea about his sickness though, he kept seeing th
symptoms but never did he thought it was something serious”
At this point, I realize that she’s actually telling the truth. It’s written all over her face. Taking a good look at her now, she doesn’t glow like the Sonia I used to know. The dressing and her skin, that’s unlike her. Or, could it be because of the pregnancy? Or, is this about what
Brandon did to them?
I’m sure I’m not a bad person right? If this should be about what Brandon did then, they started it first. They hurt me first.
So, how is doing now?”
“He’s not fine. He’s at home. He couldn’t go anywhere. He only has a month left and, he wants to see you. He wanted to apologize for all the things he’s done to you. Please, Emily, you have to forgive him. He badly wants to see you and seck your forgiveness. I will be grateful if you can fulfill his last wish” She desperately begs again.
After 30 minutes of visiting Xavier, I just left his house now. He was in a pretty i bad shape. I never imagined that a day like this would come in his life. He’s always lively and active. I never thought something like this could happen.
On arriving there and when he saw me, he looked so happy but to me, it actually felt like he needed help. He looks skinny. The good–looking Xavier is all gone and the one in seeing right now looks really hopeless.
the
Sometimes, when things happen to us… We tend to blame God for not letting things go way we had always wanted. Not that I’m happy with the situation I just met him but imagine. if he hadn’t broken my heart and I was still with him, I would have been more miserable. knowing that the man I’m supposed to get married to will be dying soon.
He asked for my forgiveness and even if he hadn’t, I would still have forgiven him. considering the condition I met him.
We’re now good. All the grudges and hatred I had for them are all gone and now replaced with pity. I really wish there was something I could do to help but at this stage, I learned that nothing can be done.
He saw all the symptoms yet, he ignored them. He isn’t to be blamed though, I should take part in it because I wasn’t noticeable enough to know what was wrong with him while we were together.
Awrak sigh escaped my l*p as I decided to ignite my car engine and drove off straight to the supermarket. I got what I needed and drove back home.
I’m making my husband his favorite meal. There’s no special occasion or anything.
to make him happy. It’s been 4 weeks already after our marriage and he han
to me. He treats me lilu an egg even though I still have doubts
Chapter 34
him. Not his love for me but scared he might change his mind in the future.
I’m not that secure yet.
But for now, I’m going to enjoy the moment. I prepared him his favorite; Soup dumplings, fried chicken, and pasta. He’s going to be shocked when he comes back and sees this on the table.
The maids offered to help but I relieved them of their duties for today. I wanted to be the one to make this for him.
Immediately I finished cooking, I checked the time but realized he wouldn’t be back until the next two hours. I decide to go freshen up and change into something S**y before he arrives. I pulled off the apron on me and sauntered up to my room.
At the same time, my phone started to ring. Looking at the screen, Jessica’s name appeared on the screen. Grinning like someone who just won a lottery, I slide to the green side to answer the call.
“Hey, girl!” I said.
“Emily” I heard Janet’s voice say.
With a confused look on my face, I took the phone away from my car to ch*ck the screen to know if I was hallucinating or what but then, I realized that it was a conference call.
“Is there a problem? Why are we making a conference call?” I asked, sounding confused.
“You haven’t heard about the news yet? Jessica asked, sounding worried.
“News? What news is that?” I asked but they kept their mouth shut. They didn’t say a word.
“Seriously, you two need to speak up and stop getting me scared. You two sound like something terrible has happened- Wait, is everything okay with Mom and Dad?” I suddenly
mind sifted to that thought as I believe that’s the only thing that can make them sound this way.
ask as my
“Mom and Dad are fine “Jessica answered.
“And Brandon? He’s fine of course because I just spoke with him hours ago on the phone”
Yes, yes. Everyone is fine” She answered again.
So, why do you two sound like something terrible has happened?” I joke, making fun of them for a second. “Okay, before you tell me what is bothering you two, I also need to tell you about something important I added.
What’s that Janet asked.
to see Xavier today!
“What?!!” They both exclaimed in unison.
“You did what?!” Jessica yelled out worriedly.
“It’s not what you think, okay? I went to the supermarket today to get some things and then bumped into Sonia. She apologized and told me Xavier was dying. I was really worried because she told me he was diagnosed with cancer and in his last stage.” I explained everything to them and they seemed to understand me too.
“So, he’s dying now?” Jessica asked.
“I believe so. It’s hard to believe but it’s the truth. He doesn’t look good anymore. So skinny and pitiful too
“And, don’t you think your husband should know about this” Janet said.
Are you crazy?! Do you want him to get furious and do something crazy?! No. I can’t tell him anything”
“But Janet is right. What if he later finds out that you went to him without his knowledge? Won’t he think of something else?
“No, he won’t. There’s no way I’m going to tell Bryan about this and I’m sure he’s never going
to find out too”
“And, what’s that thing you’re hiding from me?
