I'm Always Yours [Herophine]

Chapter 16

Josephine Langford

"I really appreciate the dinner, Clara."
I smiled at her and sat down.

Harry took a seat beside me and Clara sat beside Harry.

"Oh, nothing at all. So, why didn't Hero show up?"
She inquired.

My mood shifted slightly when he was mentioned.
He and I...
Our relationship isn't doing so well right now.
I have the impression that he no longer loves me.
I know I could be wrong, but the way he's acting only confirms my suspicions.

"Jo?"
Harry put a hand on my shoulder.

"Huh?"

"You went blank."
He laughed.
I shook my head and tried to smile.

"Yeah, yeah. I apologise for thinking. What did you say?"
I muttered.

"Why didn't Hero show up?"

"Oh yea. Last minute, something drew his attention. He wanted to come, but you know how important work is. He expressed regret."
I shook my head.

I hate lying to them, but I can't help myself. When I asked Hero about the dinner, he denied it and said he was too tired to come.

"I see what you mean. Work can be demanding at times. Please tell him we said hello."
Clara said this while smiling sweetly at me.

I forced a smile and nodded my head.

"Yea. Will do."

After dinner, I assisted Clara with the dishes and went to get my keys to leave.

"I'm leaving, Harry. Bye! Goodbye, Clara! Good night!"
I yelled and started walking towards the door.

"Wait! Where do you think you're going?!"
Clara chastised me. 

I drew my brow.
"H-home?"
Rather than answering her, I felt like I was questioning myself.

"There's no way woman. You are not leaving. It's past midnight."
She chastised me as if I were a child.

"But-"

She shook her head. Disappointed.

"No. No. You're not leaving. Stay right here."

"What happened?"
Harry came in and inquired.

"Oh, this lady here believes she can leave at any time. Inform her that she will be staying with us. It's past midnight."

Her care for me warmed my heart.

Harry gave me a look that indicated he wasn't pleased with my actions.

"I-I have to leave, Harry. Hero is by himself. He might need me."
I tried to reason with myself.

"No. It's dangerous."
He stated firmly.

I tried to say something, but he just shook his head and folded his hand across his chest.

"Jo." he cautioned.

I let out a sigh.
"Okay."

Clara smiled and took my arm in hers.
"Go get some rest."

I shake my head.
I went to the guest room and change into the clothes I left here the last time I was here.

To Hero:- I won't be able to come home tonight. Harry and Clara aren't allowing me to leave. xx

From Hero:- Alright. Take care of yourself . Love you. xx

I sigh and set my phone down on the nightstand. I came over for dinner. Hero was supposed to be here, but he had to leave at the last minute for some signing work. My current relationship with Hero is strained.

When Harry discovered I was pregnant. He took the next available flight here. Yes, he is my doctor. He forbade me from leaving alone at night and persuaded me to spend the night here. He believes that driving in the dark is dangerous for a pregnant woman.

Clara is a lovely creature. She's the best choice for Harry. He adores her to the point of death. I notice it. He will be unable to function without her. The good news is that she feels the same way. She is also madly in love with him. I've seen how they interact with one another.

I smile at the prospect of them having a child. I'll undoubtedly be their doctor. I just hope Hero loves me as much as Harry loves Clara. I'm not saying he doesn't care about me. It's only..... It's just that Hailey has been in our lives for a few months now. He's being aloof. He always appears to be stressed. I have the impression that he no longer desires me. I'm already feeling insecure because of the bump, and he doesn't help. I haven't told anyone about it yet. I don't intend to. Anyway, other than Harry, Clara, and Hero, I don't have many people with whom to share my problems and feelings. I don't want to talk to Harry and Clara. I'll just cause problems in their lives, which I don't want. They're already concerned about me, and Harry is breathing down my neck. When he knows me so well, it's difficult to keep my emotions hidden from him. Hero, on the other hand.... I don't want to talk to him. Given that he is the root of the problem. It will only make our lives more difficult. Not that I don't have faith in him. It's just that his temper isn't on good terms, and I believe it has something to do with Hailey.

I don't despise or envy her. She is far more beautiful than I am, but I know my Hero has eyes only for me, and he will not hurt me or betray my trust because if he messes up this time, I will not forgive him.

But I know something is wrong, and he isn't telling me. Hiding it from me will not solve the problem and will only exacerbate it. I believe I should speak with him about this distant thing. Maybe he has a good explanation in store for me? I'll talk to him in the morning tomorrow.

Soon, sleep had taken over my thoughts, and I was fast asleep, dreaming of a perfect life with my husband and children, only to have a girl ruin it for me. I awoke gasping for breath. Sweat beads were rolling down my brow. I drank from the glass I took from the nightstand. I took a deep breath and leaned back in bed. My back is in excruciating pain.

I tried to sleep, but that girl from my dream kept bothering me. Her face was obscured, but I recognised her. Very good. I just don't know what it is.