The graduation ceremony had started by the time we reached and everyone was settled already. I found a seat for myself, kissing him one last time. I could see Dan and Austin, already in their graduation robes, and greeted Jake, when he arrived. It was beautifully decorated and packed. Some boring people were giving their speech and that’s when I noticed his father was the guest of honor. Woah! He was going to get his degree from his own dad. How cool was that! I smiled and realized it was only a matter of time until I receive my very own degree in this hall.
“What?” I asked him in shock. My head started spinning and I was feeling light-headed. I sat down on the couch and blood drained from both of our faces. I couldn’t believe it. Why would Alex kill Chad when he asked us to release him? They were in this together. Nothing made sense but I was sure of one thing. Alex was capable of killing and wouldn’t hesitate to do so. I was shaking and found it difficult to breathe normally.“Alex shot him and escaped but they were able to catch the other guys helping him, he didn’t say much in detail. I’m going to meet James, he is down at the police station.” He was pacing around equally shocked as I was.“I’m coming with you.” I wanted to know what happened. As much as I hated Chad, I didn’t want him dead.“Alright, let’s get going.” I was surprised he didn’t put up a fight. We both got dressed quickly and went to see James.We reached the station in about 10 mins. He noticed me tapping my feet nervously as we waited for James in the waiting room and
Ispent two days in boredom. As much as Iloved coming home. I had nothing to do here. I spoke with Emma and told her about what happened. She had been following the news too and tried to comfort me. I didn’t speak with Jake much. Whenever I called, it went straight to voicemail and I always got a text saying he was busy. What was he busy with? It’s not like there was any improvement with the case. He is not going to the office too. I was losing my mind and missed him so badly. It was my birthday tomorrow. Did he even know about it? I didn’t mention it to him. If he was sneaky enough to find out my mom’s phone number, he should have known about my birthday. I don’t think he was going to come down here and I thought of heading back to New York tomorrow.
“Hey, didn’t you go home?” I asked James once I was in front of him.“No, Ms.Albright. I’m really sorry about everything. At least one good thing happened at the end of all this.” He sighed and we both sat down.“Tell me what happened after I left town.” I placed the food on the seat beside me and turned towards him.
Jake’s POV:I woke up early the next day and started working on the presentation for the new hotel that I was going to build. We have been working on it for months now and it was my dream project. Dad has been proud of my work so far but I had to work even harder. I was busy in the study room that I didn’t notice her entering. She pushed my laptop and sat on my lap and I cradled her.“Why are you up so early?” she said in a sleepy voice. I noticed
After finishing my work and assignments, I looked up the clock to see the time. It was 6 pm. I had only an hour to get ready. Shit! I rushed into the bathroom and took a nice shower. It came out of the bathroom in a flimsy towel and let out a scream when I found Jake on the bed looking at his phone, my towel almost slipping from my body.
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I kept staring at the stick in my hand fearing that it would change back to negative. I couldn’t believe that I was actually pregnant. I was going to be a mother. I was still in shock and trying to process everything.“Oh stop it, already. You are acting like you got knocked up in high school. You are an adult for god sake!” I jumped at the voice of Emma.“I know, Em. I’m just shocked. I mean, I do love kids and I was hoping to have kids with Jake but this is too soon.” I sighed and went to lie down on her bed, keeping the stick safely in my pocket.“I know you are scared and not ready babe but think about it. You are going to be a mom and I’m going to be an aunt. I’m sure Jake is gonna cry when he hears the news.” Her voice broke a little. “I’m so happy for you.” She pulled me in for a hug and I hugged her back, tears following down my own cheek. We were going to be parents. The truth finally started to sink in and I felt an uncond
A week passed by and everything hurt just the same. I never left the house except for visiting the gynecologist that Emma suggested. The doctor said I was four weeks pregnant and gave me some tablets to help with the morning sickness. I didn’t have any yet but I could feel the changes in my body. I was feeling tired always and could see a tiny swell on my tummy. My boobs were also getting bigger. All I did was eat and sleep to forget the pain. Sleep was way better than reality. My phone was still switched off and I had no idea where it was. I was mostly alone in the house since Emma had classes and work. I scolded myself when my mind started to think about him. Fuck! I don’t think I have missed someone this much in my life. Emma understood me and never pressured me to talk to him. Moreover, I didn’t want to explain myself to him.“When is your Graduation?” I turned my head at her voice.“This Saturday,” I said in a low voice. I didn’t speak much wit