Fate

chapter 27

Daniel's POV

Watching Bessie and her dad hugging had me relieved. The last thing I wanted was to be the reason why a father disowned his daughter. Vera and I looked on until they broke the hug. Clearing my throat to get their attention, I came forward.

"Uh..so sorry for coming on strong, but I wanted to reintroduce myself. My name is Daniel Jones, and I am 22 years old.
I am the only child of my parents, and I am in love with your daughter."

"Wait, did you say Jones? The Jones? Your family is well known. Bessie,you mean you are pregnant with a Jones?"

Crap! I keep on forgetting how popular we are, and the Duke, being a close acquaintance to my dad, makes us almost untouchable. I scratched my head and stared at Vera for help. Bessie just stared at the floor.

"This is too much. My daughter is pregnant with the only son of Mr. Jones. What will society say? Many will hate us,and we being coloured will make things more difficult on our side."

Mr Steve kept on mumbling to himself.

"We will find a way. I believe in us."

"It is easier said than done,whatever the outcome,my daughter will be the victim. I do not see anyone else who will stand up to a black."

"Oh, come on, Steve, for once, please see the light at the end of the tunnel."

Vera cut in,but Bessie's father still had doubt clouding his mind.

"You do not understand because you are not coloured. If you were in my shoes,you would understand me."

"I do understand you,sir Steve, and please stop using the word black and coloured. I do not mind the colour. What matters is the heart. For all you know, these two youngsters might be the bridge to the possible Union in the near future. For once, see the positive side. We never said the battle is easy,but that should not be a hindrance to fight for the truth. Daniel loves your daughter. And she reciprocated it. So,I  do not see the need to panick."

That seemed to have calmed him down once again after Vera spoke. He still had uncertainty in his eyes,and I knew he won't be calmed until he saw the improvement. That made me more determined to do whatever it takes to make Bessie my wife and to prove to the society that love knows no boundaries.
We spent a good 2 hours at the house before we bade Mr Steve goodbye. Bessie chose to stay with her dad but promised to come back in the morning. I had also made up my mind to help him get a job in the house in order to prevent any more debt in the near future. With that settled, I took a shower and drifted to a sound sleep.
From that day onwards,I have tried to get to talk to either one of my parents about the engagement with lady Anna and my love for Bessie.
But I always had obstacles in my way,I knew that time was passing because Bessie's stomach had a small bulge. I always slipped to her place whenever I got the chance in order to be by her side and talk to my unborn child.
I was able to get Bessie's father to work with Lewis's father. He was grateful. His job allowed him to come visit his daughter sometimes. I still wasn't getting anywhere with my parents, so I thought of getting married to Bessie in secret. I also tried to get into contact with lady Anna to talk to her about my plans, but it just wasn't working.
I was getting desperate. Everyone depended on me, and i did not want to let them down. Because it a way it was a matter of life and death. I also got Vera to keep a sharp eye for Judith. She still hadn't gotten over what I told her, so she tried to avoid me as possible. I started to feel bad.
I told Vera and my friends about my plans to marry Bessie in secret since it was the only thing I could think of. At first, they showed some misgivings, burnt they gave me their support nevertheless. I asked Vera again for help to talk to Bessie's father about my plans because I needed his blessings. Then I went to Bessie's room. She was folding her clothes when I knocked gently on her door.

"Can I come in?"

She nodded shyly. I went in and quickly closed the door slowly but not without glancing around to make sure no body was watching.

"How are you feeling?"

"I'm fine sir."

"And how is my little angel doing?"

I placed a hand on her tummy gently. She sucked in a breathe softly.

"It's fine."

I looked up from her tummy to stare at her. She is beautiful. She already was beautiful without pregnancy, but now,she's basically glowing. I could also notice the slight changed in her weight,she looked a bit fatter than before. I fell in love even more.

"Bessie, the is something I would like to discuss with you."

"Sure sir,I hope everything is alright."

"Yes...well no. You see o have been trying to gain my parents attention to talk about my plans with you but they are always busy,I have thought hard for an answer and I have arrived at a conclusion, I just need your consent. Please do not be mad. But..."

I got even close and knelt down on one knee.

"Bessie, I know I met you in a wrong way.  I hurt you, I made you cry. I wish I could turn back turn and undo everything, but now I know everything happens for a reason. I may not have met you in a hood way,buy I would never cchange the outcome because you are bearing a wonderful gift, you have made me proud.i love you with everything in me,and I won't you to be by my side forever. Bessie, will you marry me?"

She stared at ne with wide eyes,clearly surprised. I would be too,if I was in her shoes. I was nervous. I didn't know what her answer would be. I chill run through my spine as I watched her. Slowly smiling, she opened her mouth to speak with such melodious voice I nearly cried with relief.

"Yes,I will."
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Hi everyone 👋, I am so sorry I took long to publish. I know I have no excuse so I can only ask for forgiveness I do no even deserve . How have you all been? And what do you think of this chapter? Please feel free to vote,comment, follow, and share. See you all in the next chapter. For now,take care,stay safe and remember that I love you all 🩵❤️🩷💛💚🤎🧡🤍🩶🖤💙💜