MENDING HIS BROKEN HEART : CHAPTER 51 – 70
Chapter 59
“Dad! No! Please!” Scarlet pleaded.
Austin turned to his parents who had been quiet all along.
“Can someone tell me what’s going on here?”
“Come inside son, we’ll explain.” Mr Smith said.
Austin looked at his mum, she nodded and he followed them inside. Damien took his phone and went in too.
When they were all sitted, Mr Smith began.
“12 years ago, our family partnered with the Evans to build a construction company. Our aim for doing that was to strengthen our family bond and the friendship. We even bethroted you and Scarlet.”
“Really?” Austin asked.
“Yeah. Scarlet’s father put me in charge of that building and the work was going well until Mr Roger, our neighbour came into the picture.”
“Who is Mr Roger?” Austin asked.
“He was a man who we all thought was struggling to build up a family. He was so wretched at that time so he came and met me to give him a job at the building site. After much persuasion, I agreed and gave him the job. He was to move blocks from one place to another. He was so hardworking that I trusted him with the work. After a month, I paid him and he continued working. A day came that your mother got involved in an accident and since I trusted him, I gave him the paperwork and asked him to supervise the work while I go visit your mum at the hospital. To my surprise, when I returned, I was told Roger turned everything we had worked for upside down. We lost a lot of money and Mr Evans blamed me for everything that I broke his trust. I tried my best to explain but he didn’t listen.”
“Wow, so that’s what has caused this rift?” Austin asked.
“Yes, I didn’t know Roger lied to Mr Evans that I made them build it the way I want and not how we planned it. He also accused me of keeping the money for the building and using it to sort out my family issues.”
“This is sad!” Damien said, holding his phone.
“Yeah, it is. I tried my best to prove to him but he cut off my line and blocked my number. We haven’t seen each other since then till today. I was surprised to see him and at the same time relieved that I would have the chance to explain things to him but_”
“It’s okay honey. I’m sure the truth will be revealed soon.” Rosella said.
Damien dropped his phone in his pockets and stood up.
“Austin, please come with me.” Damien said.
“We’ll be right back dad.” Austin said and they left.
“Stop bothering yourself. It wasn’t your fault, I’m sure our sons will do something about it. I think they have a plan.” Rosella said.
“Whatever plans they have, I pray it works.” He said.
Damien brought Austin outside.
“What is it?” Austin asked.
“I recorded everything dad said. Let’s go to Scarlet’s parents house, they need to know the truth.” Damien said.
“Damien! That’s brilliant. Let’s go.” Austin collected the car keys from one of the securities and they entered. The gate opened automatically and they drove out.
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Scarlet’s parents also told her their own side of the story but they didn’t mention the part about Roger because they didn’t know he was lying.
“But dad, that was twelve years ago. You can’t separate us because of a feud you both had.” Scarlet said in tears.
“I don’t want my daughter marrying into the family of traitors. We are leaving this country tomorrow.” He said
“What?” Scarlet gasped.
“Yes dear, we need to announce you as our heiress so the world can know. That was even the main reason for our coming to Chicago in the first place.” Her mum said.
“No, what of Austin?”
“He doesn’t deserve you. We’ll find a better man once we arrive.” Her dad said
“I don’t want another man. I want Austin!” Scarlet snapped.
“You’re not marrying that guy and that’s final.” Her father stopped the car in front of her door.
“Pack your bags, meet us at the airport by 11am, we already prepared your tickets beforehand.” He said.
Scarlet got down from the car and her parents car took off.
Scarlet opened the door, Noel was already home.
She fell on the bed and started crying profusely.
Noel closed the door and rushed to her.
“Babe, what’s up? Why are you crying?” Noel asked.
Scarlet opened her mouth to talk but words failed her.
“It’s okay, just let it all out.” She hugged and patted her back.
After Scarlet cried to her satisfaction, she told Noel all that happened.
“That’s obnoxious! It’s 12 years ago for Christ sake! Why are they making a big fuss about it?.” Noel said.
“I don’t know, I want only Austin, no one else. I don’t even know how he’s feeling right now.” Scarlet wailed.
“Don’t worry, I know Austin too well, he is doing something about it.” Noel comforted her.
Scarlet looked at Noel’s fingers.
“Gray proposed to you?” She asked.
“Yeah.” Noel answered and her wailing became louder that Noel had to cover her ears.
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SCARLET’S PARENTS PENTHOUSE
Mr Evans entered the house and sat down with his wife.
“Why must he show his face after 12 fking years?” He asked.
“I don’t really know. Let’s just try and forget this ever happened.” His wife said.
“And of all the men in the world, Scarlet had to choose him?” He snapped. “I trusted Smith but he failed me.”
They heard knock on the door.
“Who could that be?” She stood up and opened the door. Her countenance changed immediately. “What do you want?”
“We’re here to see your husband.” Austin said.
She sighed and let them in.
“What are you two doing here? Get out!” Mr Evans pointed at the door.
“Calm down Mr Evans.” Damien said and sat down.
“So disrespectful, who asked you to sit? You little tyrant!” He yelled.
“I’ll advise you keep your voice down for the sake of your health. We aren’t gonna waste much of your time.” Austin sat down too.
“If you’re here to beg then forget it because I will never forgive your father!”
“We aren’t here to beg because our father is the victim here.” Austin said.
“Yes, he was deceived and set up by Mr Roger.” Damien said.
“How did you two know Mr Roger? You weren’t even born!” He pointed at Damien.
“After you left, I asked my dad to tell me what happened and he told me everything. I didn’t know Damien recorded the conversation.” Austin explained.
“So, play it let me hear everything.” He said.
His wife sat beside him, ready to listen too.
Damien brought out his phone and played the recording for them. They listened and their eyes widened, after it ended, they realized that they were the ones who should apologize.
“Why didn’t he tell me?” Mr Evans asked. He was feeling so guilty and full of regrets now.
“He tried to but you were too angry to give him a listening ear.” Austin said.
“I’m sorry, I thought everything was true so I was too hurt to listen.”
“We understand sir. We’re sorry for everything too.” Damien said.
“I hope your father can forgive me.” Mr Evans bent his head.
“He will be very happy to.” Austin smiled.
“I’m sorry for depriving you of loving my daughter. You’re free to marry her.” Mr Evans said.
“Really?” Austin smiled.
“Yes dear, we owe you one.” His wife smiled.
Austin was overjoyed.
“Thank you.”
“But before that, we need to take her to Chicago so as to announce her as our heir.”
“No problem sir. But, can I propose to her before she goes? I want to be on the safe side.” He said.
“No problem.” Mr. Evans smiled.
“Thank you so much!” Austin hugged them.
“You’re welcome. I’ll come and see your parents tomorrow.”
“Okay, we’ll be on our way now.” Austin couldn’t wait to see Scarlet.
“Okay, goodbye.”
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Scarlet was still wailing when her phone rang. She saw that it was her parents, she dropped it and refused to pick.
“Pick up the call.” Noel said.
“I don’t want to.” She sniffed
“Just pick it and hear what they have to say.” Noel said.
She took the phone and answered the call.
“Hello… Huh?… For real… Okay… Thank you!… I love you!” She dropped the phone and wiped her tears.
“What did they say?” Noel asked.
“They approved the marriage!” She hugged Noel.
“Congratulations dear.” Noel hugged her back.
“But, I’ll be leaving for Chicago tomorrow. After they announce me as the heiress then I’ll return and get married to Austin.” Scarlet said.
“No problem. At least you’re happy, I’m gonna miss you.” Noel started crying too.
“I’ll miss you more. Congratulations Noel!” Scarlet wiped Noel’s tears.
“Thank you.” Noel said and they hugged.
Scarlet went to open the door and saw Austin. She hugged him tightly, not wanting to let go.
Austin carried her in his arms and brought her in while Damien followed.
“Welcome guys.” Noel smiled.
“Thanks Miss Noel.” Damien smiled at her.
Scarlet released Austin and he knelt on one knee.
“I planned on doing this tonight babe. Will you marry me?” Austin asked.
“Yes!” He put the ring on her finger and hugged him.
“I love moments like this.” Noel smiled.
“Me too.” Damien smiled and took their pictures.
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CAMILLE’S APARTMENT
Camille entered her house and threw everything off the shelf. The guards shook their heads. It wasn’t up to two weeks that they renovated the place she destroyed now she’s at it again.
“How dare him! How dare her! How dare them all!” She brought the wine shelf down.
“He kssed her right before my very eyes, that wasn’t enough! He bought her a car, that still wasn’t enough! He just had to propose to her! And she agreed after I warned her!” She ki¢ked the television screen.
“Levi!” She called one of her bodyguards.
“Yes ma!” He ran in and bowed.
“Study her movements, kidnap her when you have the chance, it’s either I kll her or no one gets Gray.”
MENDING HIS BROKEN HEART : CHAPTER 51 – 70
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