?Married To
Mr Popular?
(Rude and grumpy)
Episode 12
By Faith Lucky.
Bethel’s Pov:
I laid on the bed as the door opened and mum came in, fully and brightly garbed.
“Bethel” she called but I didn’t flinch.
I just maintained a straight face and remained the way I was.
“And why’re you still in bed? Don’t you have classes today?” She asked in a strict tone.
“I can’t make it” I replied, trying to sound less peeved as possible.
I heard her sigh.
“Well, whatever you wanna do. Just make sure you’re ready before 4 pm cause that’s when the Winthorpe family will be coming over for dinner. Put on something nice and look good.
“I’ve already called for some caterers and they’ll be here In a while to prepare the meals. So, stay indoors and get ready when it’s time”.
And with that, she left.
I heard her retrieving footsteps and tears came up to my eyes. I can’t believe this is really going to happen. I’m getting married!
But why does mum have to be this cruel? What kind of a mother do I have? Why does this have to happen to me?
I stayed all alone in the room for a long time, not being able to go out. I just felt like staying indoors the whole day.
I had switched off my phone because I didn’t want to talk to Jackson at that moment. I was sure he must’ve been trying to reach me already. But what do I say to him? Am I really gonna break up with him?
And Ryan…how can I get married to him? He doesn’t even love me. He’s a flirt and is rude. How’s he gonna treat me?
I buried my palm in my face and wept. I just couldn’t help it. I felt tortured. Any other lady in my shoes would’ve been happy. But with me, I don’t know. It’s just complicated.
I never dreamt my life would get this way.
I stood by the window and saw the caterers coming in.
This isn’t a dream.
They were about four of them and I watched them as they walked into the house.
I went into the bathroom, brushed my teeth and took my bath. I actually forgot I was yet to eat and it was noon already.
I went downstairs into the kitchen and there I met the careers, busier than bees.
“Good day ma’am” they greeted when I came in and I just waved at them and went ahead to take what I wanted.
I took some milk and cornflakes and went out to prepare it myself .
As I sat on the dining and tried eating, I kept thinking about my life and what the future holds. What kind of a family will I be having with someone like Ryan?
He’s a s3x freak and I wonder if…
No;
I can’t even think about it. I can’t give a thought to such a thing. I’m not ready for it.
I suddenly heard a knock on the door and my heart skipped. No; why am I scared? It isn’t time yet.
I stood up to check it out and when I opened the door, I discovered it was Nicole.
Oh God!
“Bethel!’ She called with relieve as soon as she saw me.
She was still in her uniforms and it was obvious she was just on her way from school.
“Hey” I sighed and said as I led her into the house.
“Oh, my God! Bethel, I was scared to the teeth. I mean, I can’t remember the last time you skipped school and I’ve been trying to call you for like a zillion times now, but your line isn’t connecting. What the hell happened to you?” She talked non stop as I went back to the dining and sit.
She joined me there as well.
“I’m getting married” I finally spilled it out, looking down at my cornflakes.
“What????”
“Oh my! Bethel, so this is for real? You’re really getting married to Ryan?” she asked in bemusement after listening to the whole shit.
“Yeah” i mouthed.
“But…come to think of it; isn’t it great news? I mean, you’re getting married to Mr popular”
“Oh, Nicole, please. I don’t even know a thing about this guy aside the fact that he’s rude and a flirt and you expect me to be happy?”
“But it doesn’t matter. As time goes on, you’ll get to know each other better. Oh, my God! Bethel, you’re going to be Ryan’s wife. Do you know what that means? Like…Ryan Winthrop – the world’s famous Ryan. It’s more than an honour Bethel”.
I sighed and didn’t say anything as I faced my empty plate. It was pointless arguing with her.
“Or, why do I even have a feeling you’re feeling this way because of Jackson?” She asked and I rolled my eyes.
“Well, yes. I do love him, okay? And I never planned on ditching him anytime soon” I snapped.
“Oh! Please, Bethel. You don’t love Jackson. It’s only an infatuation. I don’t even like that Jackson guy. He’s weird. You don’t even know a zilch about him” she said.
“Well, that doesn’t make him a bad person” I said quickly and paused, recalling what he did to me the other day in his house.
Suddenly, the door opened and mum came in.
Huh?
“Good day ma’am” Nicole greeted with a slight bow.
“Hi, Nicole” mum replies and shot me a stare.
“And why are you still undressed?” She asked but I didn’t say anything and just bent my head.
“Um…Bethel” Nicole called as she reached for her bag.
“I’ll just be on my way now. Take care of yourself” she said and waved at me and headed for the door.
I suddenly felt so bittered.
“I told you to get ready before time. Why are you still here?” Mum snapped immediately Nicole left and I sighed and stood on my feet.
“I’m sorry” I mumbled and started walking away.
“And you better hurry up ’cause they’re on their way already”.
I paused and tuned to look at her.
On their way already?
Oh, my God! This is really happening?
I shook my head and took the stairs, headed for my room.
I rifled through my wardrobe for something suitable to wear and finally settled for a long red gown.
I blearily wore it on and packed my hair in ponytail. Then, applied a light lip gloss. Well, I wasn’t in for much make up.
I sat on the bed and cogitated. I can’t believe Ryan’s on his way here.
How did he even take the news? What was his reaction?
That jerk; I wonder if he knows I’m the same lady he called blind.
I opened my phone and goggled his name and informations and pictures of him came up.
Wow! I can’t believe I’m getting married to this guy.
I went through few of his pictures and decided to check his relationship status.
Surprisingly, he’s had just one girlfriend – Naomi.
Well, I guess Nicole was right. The only thing he’s interested in s3x and go.
I looked deeper and noticed his relationship with Naomi only lasted for four months and he broke up with her.
And it was noted her family had to place her on suicide watch after the incidence.
Wow! I wonder what could’ve happened between them.
I kept looking around and checked out his relationship with lady k.
Hm. They were pretty close. There were so many pictures of them together.
They had been staying together in Georgia city and returned here to Dallas together.
They’ve recorded a lot of songs together and it was noted Lady K always accompanied him to most of his shows, appointments and other important places.
I wonder why they’re not dating.
I continued going through his records until the door suddenly opened with mum coming in, gorgeously dressed.
“Come out now. They’re here” she said and a cold breeze suddenly clouded me.
I felt my throat becoming dry and almost forgot how to walk.
I stood up and prepped through the window and there I found numerous flashy cars and guards all over.
Is this really happening?
“Come on, Bethel” mum said again and I turned back to look at her, my heart beating rapidly.
I took in a deep breath, trying to control my anxiety. And then, I started following her out of the room.
“Um…mum, are they that much?” I asked nervously as we headed for the stairs.
“His parents and step siblings are here. So, yeah” she replied and my anxiety increased.
His step siblings? Why do they have to be that much?
Besides, I thought he wasn’t in good terms with his step siblings?
Oh, God!
Mum was in front of me as we climbed the stairs and finally, we got to the sitting room.
Oh, heavens!
I saw them – his parents, some brightly garbed ladies and…whaaaat?
What the hell?
Are you kidding me?
Ryan’s step brother!
Hold on;
Is he really Ryan’s brother?
I mean…This guy???
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