LOST PASSION : CHAPTER 21-30
Authoress FG…
CHAPTER 28….
“I don’t know if I should answer your question or not but let’s just stay like this for a moment” Jemma said with her eyes closed and Weston pat her back softly.
“Jemma are you hugging me because you feel guilty or sorry for me?” Weston throw in.
“I don’t need you to feel sorry for me. Jemma for once can you be true to yourself. Don’t let pity and guit for others control you. You ended up with Caleb because of this. For how long do you plan on living this way” Weston uttered getting pissed.
“I told you it’s all in the past. And this got nothing to do with Caleb” Jemma half yelled in tears.
“Then how did you end up with Caleb. You got married to him because of guilt and pity. You forgot about us because of self-pity Jemma. As if that wasn’t enough, you got pregnant before if pushing through with the wedding” Weston said as hot tears roll down Weston’s cheeks.
“I don’t regret any of it” Jemma sniffed.
“Of course you don’t regret any of it. I went through everything alone, just by myself. I spent days, months even years wondering why you would do something like that to us. Jemma you kept me in the dark for years. I felt every bit of the moment in pain but that didn’t stop me from loving you” Weston said as the tears roll down uncontrollably.
“Caleb was there when I needed him but you weren’t” Jemma yelled.
“And you made a baby with him and you didn’t tell me any of it. Jemma you preferred handling it all alone and you allowed Caleb get through you” Weston said with jealousy written in his voice.
“Don’t judge me when you know nothing. You have no idea what I went through back then”
“I’m sorry” Weston said softly and went closer to Jemma then wiped her tears of with his fingers.
“I’m sorry I made you cry” He added and Jemma shoved him off.
“Stop being nice to me” Jemma said coldly as she gave Weston her back.
“You will have to drive back to Seoul tomorrow, I should you let you have some sleep” Weston said calmly then left the room.
“You’re always this nice to me and that’s why I find it easy letting you go. You should be cold to me a little bit” Jemma said as she continued sobbing.
Weston stood at the door for a while then left for his room.
I made a promise to myself not to make you cry again but I guess I failed to keep that promise. Weston muttered in his head sadly as he looked through the window.
“I haven’t spoken to Ruby. Hope she’s fine at home” Weston said and picked up his phone from his bed.
“Sweetie, how was your day in school? How does it feel not having me at home?” Weston teased over the phone.
“It was a bit fun in school Dad. Dad I’m sleeping over at a friend’s house, it’s raining over here so I can’t go back home. What about you Dad? How does it feel not having me around at the villa?” Ruby asked with a smile.
“Lonely! Sweetie your little hibiscus is all grown up”
“That’s amazing Dad. Please can I have a photo of it” Ruby said excitedly.
“Of course, I knew you would ask for one so I took a photo of it just in case. I will send it to you immediately after this call. Your friend? A male or a female? Sweetie you never told me, you made a new friend” Weston pouted.
“Of course, I made new friends Dad. I met some of them at the club and at the department. Since I always hang out with Cindy, I don’t think I will call them my close friends” Ruby explained and Weston nodded.
“But whose house are you spending the night? I should be informed, just in case someone tries to keep my beautiful daughter to themselves” Weston said jovially and Ruby laughed.
“I’m sleeping over at Josie’s, Eli’s sister” Ruby said.
“Eli? The president of your drama club?” Weston asked curiously.
“Yes, Dad. Dad I had no idea, Eli had a sibling, she’s so unlike her brother. She’s loving and friendly as well” Ruby complimented and Weston smiled.
“You sound like you like her already, did she win you over?”
“Completely”
“That’s lovely sweetie. Have some fun with your new friend okay, I have to go now. I still got some plans for the weekend” Weston said calmly.
“Alright Dad. Have a good night rest Dad, love you Dad” Ruby said softly.
“Dad loves you too sweetie. Sweet dreams” Weston said and hung up.
The Eli, Ruby was talking about was Jemma’s son. How’s that even possible? How did Ruby end up crossing paths with him? It feels like Ruby have developed a soft spot for him. Weston uttered in his head completely confused.
“Hello, Gab what’s the name of Jemma’s kids?” Weston asked curiously as he called Gabriel on the phone.
“West you should sometimes, take a look at the time before calling. Anyways, let me think” Gabriel said in a sleepy tone over the phone.
“Can you think faster, I’m in a bit of a hurry” Weston said impatiently.
“Come on, what can be so important than my precious sleep. Anyways, I think their names are Eli and Josie. Eli’s the first child and Josie is the little girl, we saw at Jemma’s launching party in 2018” Gabriel said.
“You didn’t really have to give much details about it”
“It’s my job to be accurate but by the way, why are you asking about that? Aren’t you supposed to be at the villa in Guangdong?”
“Jemma’s actually here with me” Weston informed and Gabriel’s jaw dropped.
“What? How did that happen? When did all this happen? Does this mean, the both of you are back together?” Gabriel threw in so many questions and Weston head his head.
“I was planning on making that happen but I think things got even worse now” Weston sighed tiredly.
“Why’s that? Caleb isn’t longer in the picture, there’s no perfect time than now so why are you losing your spirit? Or are you scared Jemma wouldn’t fall for you again?”
“Gab can you go slowly with your questions” Weston half yelled.
“Ok fine, relax. But why are you having second thoughts?” Gabriel asked curiously.
“I think Ruby has feelings for Eli” Weston said breathlessly.
“Eli? Wait a minute, don’t tell me it’s the Eli you just asked of?” Gabriel asked in shock.
“Same Eli”
“No way! Fate can’t be playing such silly tricks with the both of you but what do you plan on doing now? Are you Ruby has feelings for him? It might just be a fling”
“Come on Gab, I’m no kid. We’ve been through all that before and I know exactly how to describe Ruby’s attitude” Weston said and sat down.
“Buddy don’t jump to conclusions yet and Ruby’s just growing, I don’t think she understands what she’s feeling so don’t give up and what you’ve been dreaming of all your life” Gabriel advised and Weston sighed deeply.
“Good night Gab. See you at the construction site tomorrow” Weston said
“Why there? Tomorrow’s Saturday for goodness sake” Gabriel whined and Weston hung up with a smile on his lips.
“Sara, you’re probably watching what’s going on right now? You might be even laughing at me for being such a coward” Weston uttered looking at the window.
LOST PASSION : CHAPTER 21-30
THE CHEN’S BUILDING**
Ruby sat on a couch close to the balcony at the sitting room staring at the balcony as she watched the rain dropping.
“You’re still awake?” Eli asked as he joined her on the couch.
“Not yet. I find it hard sleeping in a new environment” Ruby said slowly.
“You should have said so. My sister’s driver would have taken you home, you’re foolishly inconveniencing yourself” Eli cursed and Ruby rolled her eyes at him.
“You’re kind to me but why do you always mask your kindness with harsh words” Ruby complained.
“And who said I’m kind” Eli brushed it off with a scoff.
“You have a nice house Eli. It really feels like a home, it’s welcoming and beautiful” Ruby complimented looking around.
“Well, I guess that’s why my folks chose this place. We’ve been living here for the past six or seven years. Josie really loves it here, I guess it’s because she spent her memorable days here” Eli said with a half smile.
“This is the first time you’re talking about your sister. It’s really warming, hearing you talk about someone close to you” Ruby said with a smile.
“Well, I guess so”
“Eli I noticed you take secret classes of jewelry design classes? Are you in anyway interested in them?” Ruby asked curiously.
“Now I see, you’ve been stalking me. No doubt about that” Eli said sarcastically.
“Come on Eli, I wasn’t really stalking you. I just saw you one time, taking notes from an online class” Ruby clarified.
“It’s okay, I was only pulling your legs” Eli smiled.
“Well, my grandpa’s a designer and in history, he’s known for being one of the world best jewelry designer. When I was little, I often went visiting him and I loved watching him design jewelries on paper and practically. I admired him so much and I hoped to be like him some day” Eli said with a half smile and Ruby stared at him admirably.
“If you love designing then why are you under business management?”
“Well business is a hereditary and it’s something I can’t change”
“You must have some designs of your own right? Building such a passion mustn’t have been easy for you” Ruby said calmly.
“Well, I’m not complaining for either of them because it’s a dream I know will come to limelight some day. What about you? You don’t seem to know much about business? Were you forced to switch?” Eli asked curiously.
“Mum wanted me to study business so I can assist my dad but dad wanted me to study whatever made me happy. I’m fulfilling mum’s wish. I wish she was here to witness me push through with it” Ruby said and suddenly boost into tears.
“It’s okay” Eli comforted as he hugged her, patting her back.
Mum you’re fine right? I miss you so much. Ruby uttered in her head sadly and she felt Eli’s caress on her back and her cheeks turned hot.
She broke the hug lightly, avoiding Eli’s eyes.
“Ruby are you fine now? Should I get you water? Your face is pale” Eli uttered staring at her.
“I don’t need water. But why did you hug me?” Ruby asked curiously.
“Are you always this inquisitive or you’re trying to play around with me” Eli uttered sarcastically.
“Why does my heartbeat race whenever you come closer to me?” Ruby asked bluntly.
LOST PASSION : CHAPTER 21-30
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