Under A Dark Cloud

Chapter 32

Keira's Pov :

Back in the party, Cloud arrived back with Damanico. But even though he wore a smile on his face, I knew that something was off with him and the way He was acting slightly off. I was worried and I wanted to know tonight.

I already took a shower and put my night gown on as I waited for Cloud to come back after his important call. Lately, He has been receiving calls and worst is that I don't know what's the reason. That's why I'm going to ask him tonight and I'm getting my answer one way or the other.

The door knob twisted as the door swung open. I straightened myself up as I am ready to ask him what was troubling him. I am a very persistent and understanding person, so whatever Cloud has to say, I will try to understand and reciprocate well.

" Sorry for the wait, Cara. Just some business calls I have to answer, that's all, " Cloud said with a smile as He went in and closed the door.

His smile turned into a frown when he noticed that I didn't answer but looked away. I was thinking of what should I start with first.

" Hey, What's wrong? Are you feeling unwell or maybe dizzy? Should I get the medicine or maybe a doctor to check up on you and the baby?, " He asked worriedly.

" Tell me what's wrong. I know that something's not right. " And that's what I started with first.

His face twitched and hardened a bit but it quickly changed as He sighed. He sat down on the edge of the bed beside me and clasped his hands together. He looked at me and said,

" So, Straight to the point then? I'm impressed that you know what's bugging me. Believe me. I- "

" Cloud, hun, Just tell me what's troubling you. I promise I'll try to be open about it , " I said with pleading eyes. He sighed.

" Ok. Jennifer will be staying with us here in the Villa for 2 days and she'll be coming over tomorrow morning, " He said slowly, letting me process what I just heard.

" That's it?, " I asked, anger slightly rising up. I know that this isn't the only reason.

" That's it?, " I repeated again, this time in a low voice. Cloud looked sideways and nodded. I was now getting angry. He's keeping something from me.

" Yes. That's pretty much it, " He answered it like he was just answering a simple question.

" Well, ok then, " I said looking away a bit and nodded before turning back to him. Ok, I'll just play along and keep quiet about my encounter with Jennifer then. " Then, Why did you let her move here? "

" Ok. Just let me explain, " He said looking at me. I looked at him back and waited for him to continue.

" It's not that I couldn't refuse. Her father, Nonno's old and trusted friend, asked me if she could stay here while he's away for a short business trip. I couldn't just refuse him that easily. He's a very important....person, " He continued.

I looked down and bit my lip. Ok, Let's just play it that way, Cloud. Let's just keep things to ourselves even though we're married and having a child.

Cloud tried to reach for my hand but I pulled it away and slowly moved to my side of the bed. I am in no mood to talk to him again. I would be angry at him but I couldn't. I shouldn't stress myself out since it would be bad for the baby.

I got under the blanket as I lied down gently. But I shifted to the side where I wouldn't face Cloud but the wall instead. I let out a soft sigh he couldn't hear as I try to fall asleep. I'm just going to let it pass...for now.

" Keira, baby. Please don't act this way towards me, " Cloud said with a hint of sadness in his voice.

The bed move a bit as I felt his weight was gone then the bed dipped a bit, his weight on the bed again. I felt him get under the blanket and moved closer to me. The warmth coming off from him close to me made me want to hug him but I won't let him, so I tried my best to sleep tonight.

" Baby, please don't do this to me. Please don't ignore me, " He pleaded. I can sense that he wants to wrap his arms around me like he always do before we sleep but he figured out through body language that I don't want to be touched. I really wanted his arms around and that warm feeling when he's close to me but I have to restrain myself.

" Please?, " He pleaded again but this time, sadness was clear in his voice. I know I couldn't but I felt bad for not letting him. Maybe he has a reason why he is keeping something and one day, He'll tell it to me.

" Ok, " was my answer before arms had directly and completely enveloped me in a tight embrace but not tight enough to make me feel uncomfortable since I have my baby bump.

I can feel his hard chest on my back and his warm breath fanning on my neck, sending in small waves as I shuddered for a bit. He buried his face in my neck and murmured,

" I love you so much, cara mia. "

I just smiled as I relished the feeling of being in his warm embrace, giving me a feeling of being secure and safe yet at the same time, loved and cared for.

Then, I could feel him slightly relax as his breath came at a slow and normal pace. He was asleep. I smiled again as I started to close my eyes.

I was starting to drift off to sleep but I heard him murmur something.

" ..I'm sorry...but... I couldn't let them...hurt you.... "

I opened my eyes and glanced to look at him, still asleep. I looked back to the wall again and sighed. I slowly shifted myself to the other side in his arms, so I could face him. He really looks peaceful in his sleep.

I moved my head up a bit to give him a kiss on the lips as I whispered before drifting off,

" I know you won't let them hurt me and the baby. "