Him

Chapter 31

Cheryl's POV

As I unwind at this calm unforgettable spot, I smile to myself. This is the very same spot that my sweet Grumpy declared his love for me for the very first time. A very beautiful, special, magical  moment I am going to treasure for the rest of my life. I had never felt so ignited before.

I bite my lip and close my eyes as I relive every single minute of the 3rd of August. A gorgeous sunset on a Tuesday.

His fervent kisses setting me ablaze. His captivating ocean blue eyes with his pupils contracted, piercing right through my eyes all the way to my heart. Capturing and securing it. The soft breeze whispering love songs in my ear as his warm arms master my body. My place of safety and solace.

It's strangely chilly up here in his absence. I've been waiting to hear from Wesley since the day began. But instead I've been getting a number of calls from an odd number I don't recognize. I don't usually reject calls from unknown numbers as it may be someone I know who is in urgent need of my help and has borrowed a phone to call, you will never know. But this time, journalists are in a frenzy over the accusations thrown at Mr Stones and are targeting anyone that might give them a new link to the matter.

Skyla mentioned that apparently one of them came undercover at the party yesterday and she feels that because they are now aware that I am Wesley's girlfriend and may assume that I have some information, they might target me too. And the last thing I need right now is being cross examined and end up saying stuff I should never have said. Due to this, Skyla instructed me to avoid phone calls from numbers I do not know.

Frank and Vanessa have been calling non stop as well. I feel bad for rejecting their calls as they just want to ensure that I am okay, but I don't feel like talking. All I want is to know if Wesley is alright. His phone still doesn't go through even now and my stomach has tied into a tighter knot. My appetite is still unconscious.

I do not know what to expect, but I don't think I am prepared for the worst. If something did happen, let it be that he was mugged and they took his phone but he is fine. I keep convincing myself that he is but my fears keep getting the better of me. The fear of the chances of him being involved in an accident. The mere thought puts me in anxiety.

I wonder how things are at the Stones mansion. It must be really hard for Mr and Mrs Stones right now. Having to deal with these absurd accusations and obnoxious journalists on one hand, and finding your son who stormed off after disclosing a secret that has been hidden for many years, with the power to destroy the relationship between a son and his parents on another hand. Lord provide them with strength and be with them. They need your guidance and support more than anyone right now.

And Lord please keep my Wesley safe wherever he is. Be beside him and show him the light as his mind is now filled with darkness and his heart enveloped with tremendous sadness. He could really use your company and soothing right now.

Vanessa calls again and I decide to pick up this time.

'Ahg! Can't you give someone a break for christ sake! I am fine and I can take care of myself'

'Don't lash at me for being a bigger sister who is concerned about her younger sister. Cheryl, mom is worried sick about you and so am I. At least come home to eat something, you haven't eaten anything since morning'