ELAINE (CATHERINE) ... I looked around the darkness that swallowed me. I couldn't find a way to get out... "Edward?" I shakily called for my husband. He did not leave me, right? "Edward, where are you? Ple-ase don't leave me..." I choked on my tears. I almost lost my hopes when... "I am here, beside you, Catherine..." A melodious tone echoed in the darkness but very far away. "Catherine, come back to me, please..." His plea clenched my heart. Edward didn't leave me. He was waiting for me. I need to find a way. I started walking through the darkness and slowly I saw a hope of light. I walked toward it. More and more, till everything turned white before my eyes. I fluttered my eyes before closing them again... "Catherine!" Edward's desperate but clear voice rang in my ear. He was close to me! I need to see him! Gradually, I opened my eyes again and this time I was greeted by the most handsome face in the world. "Edward..." I muttered. I raised my hand to touch him. I don't wanna lo
ELAINE (CATHERINE) ... I twirled in front of the mirror, "How do I look?" Asked nervously. "You look gorgeous, Mommy!" Della's childish squeal somewhat calmed my racing heart. Today was the banquet my husband threw for my official public appearance. Although he kept saying that everything would be fine, I was nervous as hell! In four years I never made any sort of public appearance and always lived in the shadow of Alberto. This time, it's all about me and I am scared! I hope I don't ruin Edward's plans! A knock on the door and the housekeeper peeped in with a smile, "Mistress, Master is waiting for you." "We are coming!" My daughter replied in my place and pulled me outside. Edward and Liam were standing in the living room. Once they turned toward me, my eyes got stuck on my husband. He was so handsome in his tuxedo! I couldn't look anywhere and walked toward him. However, before I could touch him his arms wrapped around my waist and pulled me in a deep kiss... "You're gorgeous
ELAINE (CATHERINE) ... "Chairman Roullard..." Edward greeted, "I didn't realise you would accept the invitation." "How can I not..." His sharp grey eyes fell on me, "after all you were the favourite of Elder Reinford. I needed to witness the success of your family." "This is Jerard Roullard most famously known as Chairman Roullard. He is the chairman of the Roullard Corporation." Edward introduced him to me. I smiled at him as he stepped forward and stretched his hand toward me, "May I have this dance with you?" He asked. There was an anticipation in his tone that heightened the curiosity in me. Glancing at my husband once I nodded before taking his hand, "Sure..." His hand was warm while touched. Slowly, he led me to the middle and we started dancing with other couples. "Congratulations, for your success." He said between the dance. "Thanks, Mr Roullard," I muttered. His eyes were on me, never left for once. Generally, under the gazes of any man, I felt awkward because they we
ELAINE (CATHERINE) ... Escaping the banquet, as soon as we entered our limousine, Edward started prepping me with kisses. He was restless and so was I. Time to forget our surroundings again but I guess, our fate planned something else for us... My phone rang in the middle. At first, Edward wanted to ignore but when it started ringing continuously we were forced to pull away as I took a closer look at the screen. "Mario? Why is he calling now?" I said frowning. "Who is Mario now?" He seemed disappointed and I narrowed my eyes at him. "Alberto's assistant... Wait, shhsh." Shushing him I received the call as Edward dropped feathery kisses on my neck. "Yes, Mario?" I asked leaning aside to give my husband space for his kisses. However, what I heard next froze me, "Alberto was urgently transferred to the hospital. It does not look good this time, Elaine." "What!?" My entire body turned rigid and Edward frowned at my reaction. His romantic mood was long gone. "Yes, please come to the
ELAINE (CATHERINE) ..... The funeral of Alberto was full of sorrow for me and Marco. However, we said the last goodbye to him before he was buried... People came, consoled me and Marco, then left. For them It was just an experience but for us... Alberto was a memory of fatherhood. Bianca came too. She did not talk to me but I heard that she was out of the country last night and appeared as soon as she heard about Alberto. I don't know how much she cares for him but I for sure could see love for him. It's slightly surprising that she once left him only to focus on her career, breaking six years of relationship. Well, people do change though. I didn't bring Della here today. She was home with Liam. Perhaps we will return tomorrow... I stood there beside my husband and watched people coming and going. Suddenly, Bianca walked toward us and nodded at Edward with a smile before turning to me, "Hi Elaine." "Hi, Bianca," I replied. "Can we chat?" She asked and I looked up at my husband.
ELAINE (CATHERINE) ..... A FEW DAYS LATER... After Alberto was gone, time passed a little quickly these days. My new work was in progress and I am almost prepared to go back to London with my family. Just a few days and everything would be sorted. Marco was doing well too. Actually, he was more fine now. Although he didn't announce it yet, I guess he was back with the true love of his life. As per the will the thirty percent shares transferred to my name. Honestly, I didn't want that but Marco insisted saying it was his father's last wish and he also wanted the same. I also like my new public image, although it's still bothersome when people get excited seeing me. However, I also liked it when they were so happy taking a selfie or an autograph. Especially, children. Today I went to the office after staying home for a few days. I needed to check the work progress there. At lunchtime, I went to my favourite restaurant beside my company for lunch. Although Phoebe always accompanied
CATHERINE... I opened my eyes and was greeted by the white ceiling of the hospital ward. The continuous beeping sound of the machine has become a routine sound now... A soft touch on my hand made me turn to the side. Edward was asleep holding my hand. Sitting on the chair beside my bed, he kept his head beside me. I swallowed hard. It's like a dream to see him this way. Caring for me, loving me... I never thought that in this life it would be possible. But, here we are. Just when I thought I had lost everything the wheel of my gate turned and brought me again to the same man who never loved me in the past, in a new way. I don't know if the incident with Regina was a curse or a blessing to me but that incident Brought back my memories... Yes, I regained the memories that I lost four years ago. I remember every single incident and every single person now. I remember who loved me dearly and who hurt me brutally. That night when Sophia saved me, she also told me about my daughters...
CATHERINE... "Really?! There is a little baby here!?" Adelaide blinked in surprise, curiously watching my flat stomach. Edward chuckled, "Of course, she does." "Then why can't I see it" She asked again. Her little mind was so confused right now. "Well, the baby is very tiny now. Once your mommy eats healthy and takes rest, the baby will grow slowly." He explained to her patiently. "Oooh." She once again looked at my belly and pointed at it. "Was I also in there?" She asked. Immediately my heart clenched more tightly recalling the past when I found out I had twins in my womb. As if it was just yesterday and today, I only have one. "Yes, you were in there for months before you came out." I heard my husband replying to our daughter."Ooh." She slowly gets close to my belly, "Can I touch it?" She asked with anticipation. Smiling softly, I held her little hand and kept it on my belly. "Whoa..." She gasped, "It's soft. Can The baby feel my touch?" "Hmm, it can." Replied Edward. "Not