16 carriages by beyoncé
Maxime.
"Mama" I gave a tight lipped smile and hugged her
"And who is this?" She asked smiling obnoxiously looking at Imogen
"This is my girlfriend Mama" I said looking to Imogen then to my sisters who looked like they'd seen a ghost
"Hi, je m'appelle Imogen" She extended her hand to shake it, my mother let out a 'pssh' and hugged Imogen.
My mother sat at the head of a long 12 person dining table, my sisters all sat close with her and I took Imogen and began to walk to the seat next to Georgette.
"Maxime, why don't you sit at the opposite head of the table" My mother suggested, I could tell she was being genuine
My mother was as pure as they come, she always made it her business to help anyone in need. Which is why it was so out of character for her to ice me out when Papa died. I looked at the end of the table, where my father used to sit. I couldn't sit there, not yet.
"No, I don't think that's necessary Mama" I said sitting down next to Georgie and Melanie. I smiled at them and Georgette leaned in my shoulder, whispering an 'hey grande frere' to me.
[Translation: Big brother]
Melanie and Georgette were twins, 18 turning 19 soon. I hadn't seen Georgette since before Papa's death, minus the funeral. She had gone on a 2 month program with the best art school in the country.
Imogen said hello to each of my sisters, as I introduced them one by one. Amelie, my follow back and second oldest, was cold, nothing I wasn't used to. Louise, also my favorite sister (don't tell the others) was almost ecstatic to see that I have a girlfriend. She gave me an 'oh my god' look in her face making me softly chuckle. Marie was cordial, I could tell she was uncomfortable.
My mother called the chefs over and they started delivering our plates. It was awkward to say the least but my mother was trying too hard. felt myself get an anxious feeling, which was weird. It quickly went away when I remembered why I was here and Imogen squeezed my leg under the table.
"Okay" I set my napkin down and cleared my throat "I just want to ask, why? It's been 2 years and I think we've all had time to reflect"
My mother let out a breath, "Maxime, I want you to know how truly, deeply sorry I am. I won't make excuses but.." Her voice started to crack, "After your Papa died, it felt like part of me died with him. I should've been there, I should've been a parent and it is my greatest regret. Mon beau garçon I hope you can see it in your heart to forgive me" She opened her mouth to speak again but was cut off by Louise
[Translation: My beautiful boy]
"Max, we've all missed you. It hasn't been the same without you and things were different then. We were all grieving and you didn't deserve that. I should've fought harder, I should've done more. And for that I'm sorry" She gave me soft eyes
Imogen squeezed my leg, "Mama, I forgive you. I understand and it was Imogen who helped me see that you were going through something bigger than us. And I'm sorry I disappeared, I should've been there for you. Lou, you've called my phone over a billion times, I forgive you" I said
As a feeling of relief starts to wash over me, Amelie lets out a scoff. Here we go, I thought.
"So what? You come in here after 2 years and have everyone bowing at your feet? See nothing has changed. I don't know why you think you're some type of God. You left, you ran away. You're a coward, and to be frank, thinks were so much better when you were away" She stood
"Amelie!" My mother shouted "You will not speak like that in my house"
"It's okay Mama" I started "C'est quoi ton problème?" I asked her
"My 'problem' is you. Oh, Maxime, Oh l'enfant d'or. Qui était là quand maman est tombée dans la dépression ? Qui était là pour s'occuper de la maison ? Pas toi. Et maintenant tu parades ici avec ta pute et tu agis comme si tu t'en souciais ? Sors d'ici" She spoke
[Translation: Oh, Maxime, Oh the golden child. Who was there when Mom fell into depression? Who was there to take care of the house? Not you. And now you parade here with your whore and act like you care? Get the fuck out of here]
The table grew silent, I looked to Imogen who's eyes were filled with rage and hurt. She'd gone too far.
"Et je suppose que tu as oublié pourquoi je n'étais pas là. Tu as brûlé tout ce que je possédais au sol, toi et ton animal Marie. It looks like you have amnesia because I run the company you never set foot in, I'm the one who pays for this estate, the one that replenishes your pockets after you blow your inheritance on gambling. And don't ever talk about my girlfriend like that. The last time I checked the last boyfriend you had run for the hills" I said standing across the table
[Translation: And I guess you forgot why I wasn't there. You burned everything I had on the ground, you and your pet Marie.]
Marie's eyes widened, "Cut the bullshit Max, You're the favorite. We get it, but don't sit around and act like you were the victim. You didn't even let Papa's grave get cold before you swooped in and claimed the company"
I scoffed, Louise stood, before yelling "Who the fuck else was gonna do it? Not you, Mrs Failed Socialite. Look at you, living sad lives. Angry bitter women who have no men, no jobs and are living off of the company our brother runs. Not one thank you, please don't test me because it won't end well" Louise said
My mother looked mortified, "Amelie Isabella Prince, Marie Constance Prince watch your mouth, this is your eldest brother. And if I remember correctly, he is the one that bailed you out after you got arrested for gambling Amelie. And he is the one who fought the guys that vandalized your car all those years ago Marie" She stood
"Oh there it is again, you taking the side of the favorite. Mommy would never let anyone discredit her precious son. Max do us all a favor and leave, forever" Amelie said
"Bitch how about you leave" Georgette interjected
"Excuse me? Stay in your place girls, grown folks are talking" Marie said
Within seconds, Mama stood and gave a slap that rang across the entire house to Amelie
"Enough. All of you. Amelie I want you to leave this house. I'm cutting you and Marie off. Please go and re-evaluate yourself before coming back. And I will be watching" She said voice cracking "I love you girls, and I love all my kids the same, but I will not tolerate disrespect" She finished
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I held Imogens hand as we walked to the front door. Mel, Georgie and Louise complimented Imogen for the thousandth time and hugged us farewell. My mother walked us to the door.
"I'm sorry about tonight. I had no idea Amelie would blow up like that" She said to me before turning to Imogen, "Imogen I'm very sorry you have to witness that. And I didn't get the chance to thank you for getting through to Max"
"No worries Mrs. Prince, I'm not shy of family conflict" She smiled
"Please, Estelle. And I hope to see you again" She said before hugging her to whisper something in her ear
I hugged my mother, "Mama, it was lovely seeing you, I just think I'll need time, but we should catch up" I said
"Max, I would love nothing more" She said smiling as we walked outside.
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