Lonely Bride

SARAH’S POV

“Ivan,” I said when I noticed he was standing at the tomb with some flowers in his hand.

Rose.” He turned around, looking all shocked, and came towards me before I walked to him.

“What are you doing here?” He said this, looking here and there.

“I just came here to see Granny,” I said, but, well, I don’t have to ask him what he is doing here because I am sure he must be here to see his wife.

“When did you come to New York, where are you staying, and why didn’t you tell me about this?” He said that, looking concerned.

I have never told him who my husband is or what my real full name is, or, to be precise, my surname. He knows my name is Sarah, but she knows nothing more than that, and I am not interested in telling him anything either.

“Well, there is a long story, but don’t worry, I am fine,” I said with a small smile.

“And Bella, where is she and how’s she? And where are you guys staying?’

He asked a few more questions, which I want to avoid right now.

I mean, I surely want to tell him everything, but again, I don’t want to tell him right now. I want to explain everything with a fresh mind, and honestly, I have processed this.

“I am fine and staying with a friend, so don’t worry, and Bella is fine too.”

I said with a small smile that could not reach my ear that I was all fake and I knew he could read too, but again, he was waiting for me to explain the situation, which I want to avoid right now.

His open mouth came to a halt the moment my phone rang, and I was thankful to God because his eyes told me this time, he wouldn’t let things like this happen and he would bombard me with questions.

“Hello.” I pick up the phone instantly, without even looking at it, and turn my back on Ivan.

“Ahaa, someone is missing me; I can see.” I heard the flirtatious and most annoying voice nowadays, and I closed my eyes at my stupidity to pick up the phone-not even half a ring.

“Hmmm,” I replied, as I had nothing else to say.

“Well, Sugar, as you know, there is a plan of change, so we are not having dinner at home, but again, how can I miss food from you? So do one thing: make soup for me and give it to Nora; it will reach me. And please make it fast. I am hungry.”

I looked at my watch and saw it was already three in the afternoon, and lunchtime had passed long ago.

I rolled my eyes at his demand, but again, ‘hmm, as the morning session was fresh for me and I again didn’t want to do anything, which makes him angry.

“See you soon, baby girl.” He said he hung up, and I rolled my eyes, hearing his endearments.

I again turned around, and Ivan was standing in the same place, showing his hands in his pocket, looking ready for the explanation. I felt so bad for not giving him one.

“Ummm, I have to go right now, but call me whenever you are free. We will talk, okay?” Without waiting for his reply, I walked out and sat in the car while Nora went back to the Mansion.

Gosh, this was tough, I thought while cleaning the forming sweat on my head.

When I walked inside the house, there was one more shock waiting for me, and I gulped the moment I saw him.

Nathan.Belonging © NôvelDram/a.Org.

“Hh.. iii Nath.. an.” I stuttered, looking at him while Bella was in his arms, showing her new toys, and Alvera was standing near them.

His eyes follow me while I walk inside, sit far away from him, and look everywhere but him.

‘Wasn’t he in Australia? How did he come so fast?’ I thought.

Mommy, are you back?” Bella spoke, looking at me, but did not come to me. I know she wants to be with Nathan, as she is seeing him after a long time.

My lips were getting dry, and so was my throat. Gosh, why am I scared like this?

“Sweetie’s uncle needs to talk to Mommy about something important.

Do you mind leaving us alone for some time?” Nathan asked Bella lovingly, and she nodded her head. She left the room in the next sentence, and I cursed why she has to be obedient all the time.

“Explain.” And this word was enough for me to know he was beyond pissed.

I narrated the entire story, but again, I hid the slave thing.

“And you accepted like an idiot? Without even discussing it with me? He said this while gritting his teeth.

“I got scared, Nathan,” I said, huffing.

“And he took advantage of it, you dumb.” I looked down, hearing his words, and he was now shouting at the top of his voice.

“I have already applied for Bella’s adoption beforehand, so legally, if he wants, he can’t adopt her just like that, you idiot.” He again said that, and tears started flowing from my eyes.

I know I should have called Nathan before taking this step.

“I am sorry.” This is how I felt about speaking.

“He rubs his face with his palm, and I know he is beyond frustrated.

“Don’t worry, I will file a case against Bella’s custody, and don’t worry, we will win it for sure.” Getting up from his seat and coming toward me, he took me into his embrace.

His one consoling word gave me relief, and I know he will surely resolve this issue in no time. I just have to keep my patience.

“I just got scared. I thought Bella would also go away from me, and I can’t leave without her, Nathan.” I said, clutching his shirt and crying with all my heart.

“Don’t worry, I will handle everything. Just stay calm, okay?” I nodded my head, hearing him.

“So, is he treating you and Bella well?” He asked while I was still in his arms.

“Yes, he is,” I stated, at least for Bella.

“Good,” he said while caressing my hair.

“I will talk to my lawyer tomorrow. Now I have to go, as I have an event to attend and am already here. Now I will see you tomorrow. I said he got up, and I also got up after cleaning my tears.

He left the house after meeting Bella once again, and I walked towards the kitchen to make soup for the beast.

I handed a bowl of soup to Nora and came back to Bella’s room to show her my shopping.

She got so excited looking at fancy dresses, as she has never seen such fancy dresses in my collection, so I can understand her excitement. She even loves all her dresses.

After some chit-chat, I thought to get ready as the clock was already showing me the time of almost six, so I have an hour to go.

I got ready in time, and after a long time, I liked myself. I don’t know if I liked myself in previous years, but today I like myself a little more than I used to.

“Mam, Master is waiting for you in the car.” A maid came to inform me, and I walked out after she left the room, taking my clutch and phone.

Again, Nora was standing with an open door for me, and I did not waste a single second and settled myself in it. I saw him sitting in a blue tuxedo, looking as dashing as ever.

But again, I ignore him and concentrate on my phone, just like him.