His last minute bride

66

-Rose Dern-

I couldn't believe June could actually go that far. Eri had told me she had a thing for Don but at this point, the thing had turned to obsession.

I really hoped Eri was alright. If anything was to happen to her, I wouldn't be able to move on.

She wasn't just a friend of mine, she was also like a sister. If June had done anything to her, I promise I'd have killed her with my own two hands.

I wondered how scared and traumatized Eri would be. She literally faced death.

If getting married to Don was going to make her lose her life then maybe it was best to just leave the marriage.

I mean, there are many more men that'd want to be with her. She was an epitome of beauty.

“Rose, please head to my office.” Don spoke through the intercom.

My heart began pacing faster at his voice. Ever since he'd kissed me when he dropped me home, I'd done my ultimate best to avoid him (although I had no idea why).

We only ever talked about work-related stuffs. Whenever he tried breaching the discussion to something private, I'd find a way to dismiss it.

I stood up, sighing a little. My thoughts didn't have the strength to be occupied by him at this point, Eri's safety was all I cared about.

Ambulating out of the office without even bothering to do a quick glance at my appearance, I sauntered to stand in front of the desk, opposite him.

His gaze was fixed to the laptop, as expected.

“You called for me.” I wanted to add ‘sir’ but it felt too formal, not that I wanted any informality between us.

His gaze shifted from the laptop to me. “Oh, uh yeah.” He picked some papers on the desk beside his laptop. “Could you work on this for me?”

I nodded slightly, holding the papers that were still on his hand. I had expected him to let go but he didn't.

Then I turned to him, pulling my brows in confusion.

“Are you alright?” He asked in a slightly concerned tone.

I wanted to nod, but realized I couldn't keep it in me. I wanted to talk to someone about my fear that something bad might happen to Eri.

I couldn't talk to Suzy because that might only make her more afraid. And I wasn't that close to my other friends to start talking to them about my personal issue.

I sighed, my face dropping. “Not really.”

He still didn't release the papers, holding my gaze. “You want to talk about tt?”

“I guess.” I tried to force a smile, but it didn't come out.

***
When I'd said I wanted to talk about it, I hadn't imagined we'd go on a long drive to the beach late at night when we were the only ones there.

We'd walked to the sea in silence, sitting in front of it. I hadn't expected him to sit on the bare sand, but he did.

We were silent for another few minutes, just listening to the waves of the waters.

“Did you go to beaches as a kid?” His question had come unexpectedly so I was left off-guard for a few seconds.

“Not much actually.” I hugged both knees. “I used to go with my parents during Decembers once in a while.”

“That's nice to know.”

I turned to him. He was staring straight ahead.

The moon had shadowed his face which made him look really hot.

I stared straight ahead.

“You three must be very close.” He said, his voice was so calming, I felt like swimming in it.

“Yeah we are.” I decided to go with a similar tone. It felt like the right thing to do in a late night alone at the beach.

“Those two are like sisters to me, and I love them both so much.” I sighed at the thought of June. “I really don't want to lose her because of June's obsession.”

He was silent which I guessed was a signal to continue.

“She choked her now which means she's capable of anything.” I felt embarrassed when I realized tears were in my eyes.

Fighting back the tears, I continued. “I really love the fact Eri is happy with Don, and I like Don also, but if marriage is going to make Eri lose her life then I'd encourage her to leave it.”

The fact there is a possibility June could make her lose her life frightened me, making the tears pour down and sobbings leave my throat.

Out of embarrassment, I placed my head on my knees. “I'm sorry, I don't—”

I flinched when his hand found its way round my shoulder, pulling me to his hard chest. “It's okay, let it all out.”

The sobbings were unending, so I just covered my face in his chest, inhaling his nice scent.

“What would happen to Suzy and I if anything was to happen to Eri? We've lost enough family member, we don't want more loss.”

I wouldn't normally be letting myself go so much, but when one is threatening to kill one of the only family members I had left, I guess I'd just lose it.

His second hand stoked my hair gently which was actually really comforting.

“Eri would be alright. The search has begun for June and I'm sure she'd be found.” He said gently.

“You shouldn't worry yourself. I've known June almost as long as Don and she's not someone you should feel threatened by. She's seriously just a nobody.”

I sighed, wanting to believe him. At least I wasn't crying anymore.

Then I separated from him, staring into his shadowed self. “Thank you so much for today.”

“There's no need to thank me.” His voice was low, just above a whisper. “It hurts to see you sad and I'd do anything to make you happy.”

That made my heart flutter. His care was so comforting. He had a special part in my heart.

Without giving it a second thought, I leaned closer, linking our lips for a one second peck.

Although I couldn't really see his face, I could tell it had come as a surprise.

Suddenly, I felt color rising to my cheeks. “I'm sor—”

But before I could finish, his hand crawled round my neck, pulling me to his lips.

The kiss was electrifying, passionate, and love-filled. It made me realize how much love I had for this man. I loved him and loved him with everything in me.