Silent Eyes

37, Turbulent Emotions

Everyone erupted in applause, serenading the birthday princess, Selene. As Selene occupied her chair, adorned with a petite birthday hat atop her head, happily clapping along to the melody, Monica scanned the area. Andreas was running late, and Monica eagerly searched for his presence. Suddenly, he materialized amidst the crowd, prompting an internal sigh of relief from Monica. However, her relief swiftly subsided as she noticed a woman standing beside him. This woman exuded stunning beauty, possessing a slender frame, lustrous golden hair, and mesmerizing blue eyes that mirrored Andreas' own. She bore an uncanny resemblance to a model, and Andreas confidently draped his arm around her slender waist.

"Who on earth is that?" a whispered question reached Monica's ear. She turned to find Roy addressing her. Pausing briefly, she joined in the celebration with a nonchalant shrug. "I have no idea," she admitted. Roy chimed in, "Perhaps a date?" Monica glanced back at the pair, her gaze catching Andreas' hand creeping perilously close to the unwelcome guest's ass. Yes, that model was undeniably Andreas' new girlfriend. Annoyance prickled within Monica, and she averted her gaze, determined to focus solely on her daughter. Nevertheless, her eyes couldn't help but steal occasional glances at the two of them.

Monica was far from impressed that Andreas had invited a complete stranger to their baby's birthday party. Serene had no connection to this person, and neither did Monica. To make matters worse, their behavior was entirely inappropriate. Andreas was shamelessly engaging in a passionate exchange, his tongue exploring the depths of the woman's mouth while her hands roamed his chest. The audacity reached new heights when the woman boldly grasped Andreas' dick, leaving Monica clenching her jaw tightly. She couldn't allow Selene to witness such debauchery; she had to take action.

Once the singing concluded and Selene blew out the candles on her cake, Monica forced a smile as she navigated through the guests. Approaching Andreas with a wide smile that concealed her seething anger, she said, "We need to talk." Then, she turned to the beautiful blonde and inclined her head. "I apologize, ma'am. This won't take long." With that, Monica swiftly guided Andreas to a secluded area. As soon as they were alone, she crossed her arms and hissed, "What the hell has gotten into you?" Pointing back towards the crowd where everyone celebrated, she continued, "Did you honestly think it was appropriate to create some soft porn right in front of our daughter?"

Andreas' brows furrowed in confusion, blinking as he tried to process Monica's words. Shaking his head, he quickly responded, "What? No!" Monica's hand dropped to her side, her fingers coiling tightly together in unimaginable rage. "What possessed you to believe that tonguing down a random woman, arriving late-I won't forget that-and allowing her to fondle your balls is in any way appropriate at a child's birthday party!" Monica's voice dripped with pure disgust. Andreas fell silent, taken aback by the intensity of Monica's fury. A mischievous smirk tugged at the corner of his lips, inadvertently igniting a spark within him. Monica caught sight of his slight grin, and her eyes widened in disbelief. "Are you finding amusement in this situation?" she gasped.

He couldn't help but let out a laugh, quickly covering his mouth and turning away to mask his reaction. "Um, no," Andreas replied, attempting to deny his true feelings. However, his lips betrayed him, twitching with an uncontrollable snicker. Monica was overcome with disbelief, her breath escaping in a frustrated exhale. She scanned her surroundings before fixing her piercing gaze upon Andreas. "Andreas, don't push me to the point where I have to kick you out of this event," she warned, her arms crossed defiantly. "You know perfectly well that I don't want to do that. Consider Selene, for crying out loud. She almost believed you wouldn't even show up. She's been asking about her daddy for the past hour!" Monica screamed, her frustration reaching its boiling point.

That was enough to wipe the smile off Andreas' face and snap him back to reality. He bit his lip, rubbing the back of his neck, and muttered, "Shit, I'm sorry, Monica." But Monica kept her gaze fixed on him, her sneer unwavering. "It's not me you should be apologizing to, it's your daughter," she retorted. Andreas' hand dropped as he let out a sigh. "You're right. I'll go to Selene right now and give her the gift I bought. It's in my car." Monica remained silent, her frustration too overwhelming to express in words. Instead, she simply nodded, allowing Andreas to slip away and rectify his mistakes.

Monica reconnected with Roy, who asked, "What did you say to him?" Irritated, Monica glared at him, enough to make him retreat and swallow his words. "Never mind..." As Monica refocused her attention on Selene, she offered a soft smile.

Selene was thoroughly enjoying herself, racing around with the other children and giggling as she tore open her gifts. Monica made sure to capture countless photos of Selene in her purple dress, with adorable pigtails and fairy wings-the ensemble the little girl had pleaded with her mother to let her wear. Watching Andreas playfully toss their little angel into the air, Monica couldn't help but beam with pride. Selene was surrounded by an abundance of presents, the table nearby stacked precariously, nearly spilling over. Monica and Roy stood close by, ensuring the gifts remained balanced and off the ground.

As the sky began to darken, casting an orange hue, the temperature grew cooler. The children hadn't lost an ounce of their energy, and they continued to scurry around, their laughter filling the air as they weaved through the tables and past the adults. With the exception of the babies, everyone settled into their seats, holding cups, munching on food, and sharing lighthearted jokes.

All of Monica's friends and family were present, but when it came to Andreas, he only had his date by his side. Monica didn't mind if he invited Emil, as she missed Irene. It had been a while since she last saw her since leaving Greece, and she wondered how Irene was doing. However, it seemed Andreas hadn't considered inviting his own side of people, and maybe it was for the best. They often came across as arrogant with an intimidating presence. Monica, knowing her family's discerning nature, wasn't sure if they would be accepting of Andreas' relatives.

While everyone engaged in conversation, Monica stole a moment to scan the surroundings. She noticed Andreas and his stunning date standing alone. It didn't surprise her that he didn't want to be near her family. After all, they didn't like him, and he didn't like them. But it also made Monica feel a pang of guilt, as he was the obvious elephant in the room. He deserved to have friends and family present; he was just as important to Selene's life as Monica was. It weighed heavily on Monica's conscience.

She observed the way Andreas interacted with the woman-almost seductively, touching her bare leg and licking his lips. The beautiful model giggled, leaning in as if teasing him about a secret getaway. But Andreas leaned back, perhaps mentioning his obligation to be here for his daughter. Monica caught him whispering something into the woman's ear. Knowing her history with him, Monica knew he was playfully hinting at a special night. At that moment, his mischievous gaze flickered towards Monica, and her heart fluttered.

Monica couldn't help but feel a surge of jealousy as she witnessed him nipping at the woman's ear, sending her into fits of laughter. His wandering hand beneath her dress only heightened the intensity of Monica's emotions. She could practically hear the gasps and see the tantalizing lip-biting. And there he was, locking eyes with Monica, fully aware of the effect he was having on her. It was a pain she had never experienced before, a potent mix of longing and envy.

Oh, how Monica yearned to be the one in that woman's place, to feel Andreas' teasing whispers in her ear, and to share those intimate moments with him. But alas, they were no longer together, and the harsh reality hit Monica like a ton of bricks. She turned away, unable to bear the sight of Andreas reveling in the company of another woman. The thought that he could find happiness without her cut deep, intensifying her pain.

Suddenly, something gently gripped Monica's hand, and when she looked over, she was delighted to see Roy smiling at her. In that heartwarming moment, it dawned on Monica that she had someone special to bring light and joy into her life. Overwhelmed with gratitude, she leaned over and pressed her lips against Roy's, savoring the sweetness of their connection. And together, they turned their attention to Selene, finding solace and comfort in the presence of the playful little girl.