HATE TO LOVE

CHAPTER 7

JAMES POV:

When I came out and saw Cindy waiting for a taxi, I parked my car in front of her and told her to get into the car.

"Cindy, come. I will give you a ride," I said, waiting for her reply.

"Oh, it's okay, sir. I will wait for the taxi," I said with a polite smile.

"No, no. I will give you a ride. There's no need to be polite with me. We are friends, so come with me. I don't see any sign of a taxi," I said, concerned.

"Hmmm.... okay, thank you so much," I said and sat in the car.

The driver started driving to the hospital. While on the journey, James exited the car and went to the flower shop to get a bouquet. He also bought some fruits for my mother. I feel grateful for having a friend like him.

"It's okay, don't buy anything," I said, smiling and looking at him.

"It's my first time meeting your mother, so I want to make a good impression," I said while wiggling my eyebrows.

"omg you look so funny" i said while laughing 

"Yah, I'm not funny, you know. I'm just the most handsome," I said while pouting a little.

"OH my Oh My, sorry! Yes, you are the most handsome. Please forgive me, Mr. Handsome," I said while trying to control my laughter.

After some time, we both reached the hospital. When we stood outside my mother's room, we heard a giggling sound. I understood who was inside my mother's room. I smiled widely, opened the door, and went inside to see my mother.

Seeing me after many days, my mother became extremely happy and emotional.

 I went to my mother and hugged her tightly, with tears streaming down my face. She rubbed my back to comfort me, and eventually, I calmed down. Breaking the hug, I held her hands and kissed her forehead. After that, James approached and handed her a bouquet. At first, she looked at him with a confused expression. 

Seeing this, I smiled and explained that he was both my good friend and boss at the company. Upon hearing this, my mother immediately attempted to stand up as a sign of respect. However,he gently held her hand and smiled warmly, suggesting that she should regard him as her own son.

"How is your health, Auntie?"I asked with concern in my voice.

"I'm fine, my child. Thank you so much for taking care of her," I said,tears welling up in my eyes.

"Aunty, she is not only my friend but also my little sister. As a big brother, I will take care of her. Youdon't need to worry about her;we are all here to take care of her," I said while holding her hand.

"Awww, thank you, my child. Here, eat something. I think you both must be hungry". 

SAAMI'S POV:

My aunt and I were talking when suddenly the door opened. I saw my friend and a man beside her. I got confused, but she told us that he was her friend and boss at the company. I got angry at him, thinking that he was the one who caused trouble for my friend. However, after hearing his words, I felt embarrassed.

"He appears kind, cute, handsome, and nice," I remarked while observing him from head to toe.

"Here, guys, take this. I made it," I said while giving them the food.

" huh....Thank you so much, Miss?".I said with a nervous tone because I don't know her name.

"Saami," I said while smiling at him.

"Huh?"I asked, being confused.

"Hi, my name is Saami. Nice to meet you," I said, extending my hand for a handshake.

"Oh, I'm James. Nice to meet you, Miss Saami," I said while shaking her hand.

TIME SKIP:

CINDY'S POV:

I completed the discharge process and took her home. When we all reached my home, I went to the kitchen, took three glasses of juice, and served them. After having dinner, James went back to his home.

"Okay, bye. Good night. Drive carefully," I said while waving at them.

"Okay, bye guys. Takecare and good night," I said and went home.

JAMES'S POV:

When I entered my house, I didn't find my brother in the living room. All the lights were off, and I thought that my brother must have fallen asleep. So, I turned on the lights and turned around,but I got scared by the sight in front of me.

"Yah, what the heck happened to you, Henry?" "You scared me to death," I said to him, trying to catch my breath. But he didn't say anything; he just stared at me like he will eat me alive. I think he got know about everything. I took a deep breath, approached my brother, and inquired about his presence here.

"What happened, Henry? Whyare you sitting here?"

HENRY'S POV:

I didn't see my brother at the office. I thought he had gone somewhere, so I went back home. However, he wasn't there either, so I decided to wait for him. While waiting, I received a call from my business partner. During our conversation, I heard a car horn outside, so I ended the call and continued waiting for my brother. Finally, when he arrived, he approached me.

"Where did you go, and why did you come back home so late?"I asked him with my deep voice.

"I went to meet Cindy's mother and also had dinner at her home.""That's why I returned home this time," I told him that I was nervous about the way he was glaring at me.

"Why on earth did you always stay with her?" "I said, while shouting at him."

JAMES POV:

When I mentioned that I had visited Cindy's house, Henry became angry with me. However, I remained silent and made an effort to calm him down.

"It's nothing like that, Henry." We were just friends, and I went to greet his mother.

"Oh, great.""So you guys have become so close that you went to meet her mother?" I said sarcastically.

"You misunderstand the situation, Henry." It's not like that. "Ijust heard that her mother got hospitalized, so I went to meet her, nothing else," I said. But he went to his room without paying any attention to my words.

 HENRY'S POV: 

Why does my brother always stay with her, and how dare she go out without informing me? She didn't even complete the files I gave her.

"Just wait and watch, Miss Gold Digger." "What I'll do to you." After that, I fell asleep.

NEXT MORNING:

CINDY'S POV:

The next day, I entered the office with a beautiful smile, but it quickly faded when I saw my furious CEO standing in front of me. He was looking at me as if he could devour me at any moment. Seeing his expression, I nervously swallowed and cautiously approached him.

"Good morning, sir," I said, feeling scared of him.

HENRY'S POV:

When I saw her enter the office with a smile on her face, it quickly faded upon seeing me. She approached me and greeted me with a "Good morning," but I didn't respond. Instead, I stared at her with anger.

"How can she manage to act so innocent in front of everyone?" I said in my mind.

"Hmm, did you finish the files I gave you yesterday?" I asked, raising my eyebrows.

"Actually, sir... about those files," I tried to explain to him. However, he showed me his palm, indicating that I should stop talking. I immediately fell silent.

"So, what about the files you haven't finished?" I asked, irritated by her behavior.