A V E L I N AI couldn't handle the look of disappointment on my best friend's face as I told her that I had fallen for Lorenzo's trap again."You fucked him?" She said, her face looking like she was about to murder me."I- yes. But, it's not what it looks like.""Then, what is it?""I didn't mean to. I wasn't thinking straight and he was just too convincing.""Did he rape you?" She asked, and I could see that she was worried."What? No. Of course not. He didn't do anything without my consent.""You have got to be the biggest idiot on the planet.""Thank you. I know that. But, can we talk about something else, please?""No. What you did was unacceptable.""I know, I'm sorry.""Aren't you supposed to be mad at him? Not sleeping with him? What is wrong with you?""I know, okay. I don't know what's gotten into me. He's just- too fucking irresistible.""And, that's a valid reason to sleep with your ex?""Of course not. You're not listening.""You're not saying anything. The only thing I'm
A V E L I N AThere, was a picture of Lorenzo's brother. Of course, he would be the one. Why didn't it click sooner?I turned to Carina who was looking at me expectantly, "Do you know him? Don't tell me you've fucked him." She gasped dramatically and I was absolutely horrible."What? No!" I said, not being able to even imagine it. I couldn't think of Nicholas in that way."Then what is the issue? Hes too hot for you to handle?" She said with a wink.I rolled my eyes at her and said, "No, dummy. He's Lorenzo's brother. And he's literally fifteen steps away from you right now." There was silence for a few seconds as what I said started registering in her head and when it finally clicked, she started screaming."What the hell? How did you know?" She screeched."He was my brother in law, duurh." I said, obviously. " S-so, you mean he's literally staying next door and the person I've been talking to all this time is him?" She asked, shock written on her face."Yep.""Oh god, I'm screwed."
A V E L I N AThe food was ready and the table was set. The kids were dressed in their best clothes. It was a formal occasion and the dinner had to be perfect. I wore a red silk dress that clung onto my body perfectly, my hair was tied into a loose bun and I looked presentable enough.Carina was putting on a long peach two piece dress. It was a skirt and crop top ensemble, with her signature stilettos on. She looked beautiful and I was praying that it all worked out in her favor.It was exactly seven when the bell rang and I rushed to the door, opening it. It was Christian.A smile spread across my face as I saw him and his eyes roamed all over my body, unable to hide his shock. After a few seconds, he cleared his throat and murmured, "You look breathtaking," He said and handed me a bouquet of flower.I blushed at the unexpected gesture, taking the flowers from him."Come on in." I said.He entered and I closed the door behind him. He wore a dark blue suit that complimented his figure
A V E L I N AIt was two in the morning and the house was quiet. The kids were sound asleep. But, I couldn't sleep.After the whole drama with Christian, Lorenzo went home and I didn't want to be alone. But, I didn't want to stay with him, or else it'll seem like I'm giving in. So, I had asked Carina to stay for the night which had saved me. She didn't know what had happened until I told her later on. Only that Christian left early, and that Nicholas and Lorenzo had to leave because of work.I was sitting on the bench out in my garden, a bowl of ice cream in my hands. My head was throbbing and I knew I should've been in bed, but my mind wouldn't allow me to sleep."You're not going to sleep?" I jumped at the sound of the familiar voice, my heart pounding as Lorenzo stepped out of the shadows, walking towards me.He was still wearing his clothes, a slight stubble on his chin and his eyes were dark, looking down at me."I want to be alone." I couldn't even recognize my own voice anymor
A V E L I N AChristian didn't answer any of my calls. Neither did he reply to any of my messages. It was obvious that he was ignoring me.It's been a month.A month since I saw Lorenzo. A month since he left and went back to New York. A month since I told him to leave me for good.He still calls. To check on the kids. At least, that was the only good thing I could do for him. I never let him hear my voice or see my face. Once he was done talking to the kids, I end the call immediately.The kids couldn't go a day without talking to him. Even Zion had warmed up to him and would always speak to him about his day or the new friends he made.I was at the grocery store with Zion and Autumn when a man with his children passes. He carried his two kids and got whatever they pointed at. My heart squeezed as I watched my children's expression.It wasn't because I couldn't get for them whatever they wanted, it was the realization that they had never and would never have this type of relationship
A V E L I N AI saw a car parked as I drove into the front porch of my house. I didn't need anyone to tell me whose it was. It was Christian's car. I parked my car next to his, turned off the engine and stepped out. Christian was in a casual outfit, a dark blue polo and a washed light blue jean. He had on a face cap too.I stood in front of him with a slight smile, "Hi." I said, unsure of the mood he came in."I'm sorry about the other day." He said and I shook my head."No, I'm sorry. I should be the one apologizing to you. I can't imagine the humiliation I put you through. It wasn't intentional, Chris.""I know, I know. It isn't easy to get over your ex who you once loved. I guess I was expecting better from you but I still can't judge you. People make mistakes. Which is why I came back. I like you, Avelina. From the moment I saw you walking aimlessly on the street, I knew I was interested in you. But you had an aura of a broken woman. One who's lost her purpose. Then, I saw you an
A V E L I N A I couldn't sleep.After I hung up, I felt an emptiness inside of me. I had made a big mistake. A huge one.Christian was a nice guy and all, but I couldn't be with him. He wasn't the man who made me happy. The man who was able to bring a smile to my face. He wasn't Lorenzo.Lorenzo, he was my everything. He was my reason for living. And I hated myself for not realizing that earlier.I grabbed my phone and dialled his number. I wanted him. Needed him. To feel his arms around me and have him whisper sweet nothings into my ear.But my calls went straight to voicemail. Maybe this was a sign. Maybe it was meant to happen.Tears fell down my cheeks and I sobbed quietly, wishing things were different.My life would never be the same without Lorenzo in it.I loved him.With all my heart.But it was too late.Too late for me to realize what we had.Too late for us.I was going to move on.I had to.It was the only way to live a happy life.A happier life without him.But it's a
A V E L I N ACarina and I waited for the doctor's appointment. She was sitting in front of me, playing with her phone while I was biting on my nails, deep in thought.I was so nervous, and the feeling made me feel nauseous. I hadn't told anyone, but the last time I was pregnant, the morning sickness was awful. It was almost unbearable.And the worst thing about it, was the fact that it stayed for the entire nine months. I couldn't keep food in my stomach, and when I tried, the food just wouldn't stay in.I had to be in the hospital for a week, we all feared that I was going to lose the twins. I hoped this baby was going to be different, but knowing my luck, I wouldn't be so lucky.I didn't even know what the gender was, but it would be great if the baby was a girl. But, did I even want to keep this child to begin with?I had no idea.Everything was a mess."Hey." I looked up and saw Carina looking at me with a frown. "You shouldn't worry. It's going to be fine.""I know, I know.""Th