The Mystery of Us (You and Me Against the World)

Chapter Four

David goes home to his parents house. As soon as he gone out of his car, he was greeted by the head house keeper Constance and their butler Gerard.

"We're so happy to have you, Sir David," Contance greets David with a warm smile.

"Welcome home, Sir,"says Gerard.

The lush garden of a grand mansion, afternoon sunlight filtering through the vast canopy of oak trees. The mansion is adorned with ivy, exuding an air of elegance. In the garden, there's an intricately carved wooden bench. David and his mother, Elizabeth, sit facing each other, with a gentle breeze rustling the leaves nearby.

David looks at his mother. "Can we talk? I....I think I need your advice on this.

Elizabeth smiles warmly. "Of course, sweetheart. You know I love our little chats. What's on your mind?"

David takes a deep breath before starting. "It's just... uhm I feel like in a maze. I'm stucked. I don't know what to do."

Elizabeth chnages her expression shifting to concern. "Is this about your relationship? Anything that's troubling you?'

David nods. "I just can't clear out my mind, Mom. (pauses) I'm at a crossroads, and it's hard to figure out the right path.

Elizabeth's leaning in. "Sweetie, tell me more about it? I'm listening."

David scans the surroundings of how beautiful it is and then looks at his Mom. "Well, I've been with Lorraine for a while now, but... (hesitates) I'm not sure it's right anymore."

Elizabeth raises an eyebrow gently. "What do you mean by "not right"?'

David slightly chuckles. "Well, you know me. I am someone in control and then there's this girl. At first, I....I got attracted to her. These past few months our world are just getting smaller and I....I didn't even notice that the more I see her, the more feelings grow for her. The walls I have, it is slowly crashing down and she's... she's slowly occupying my mind until I couldn't...damn....I want her so badly, Mom. I can't seem to get her out of my system, not anymore."

Elizabeth nods slowly. "I see. That's quite a revelation. Does Lorraine know how you feel about this girl?"

David shakes his head. "No, and that's the problem. I feel stuck. I don't want to hurt her, but... I can't keep pretending either.'...

Elizabeth places a gentle hand on his arm. "It sounds like you're in a difficult situation, David. (pauses) But what is it about this new person that has drawn you in?"

David's on a deep thought. "She's just... authentic. She laughs freely and sees beauty in everything. With Lorraine, I sometimes feel like I'm playing a role instead of being myself."

"That's important, love. Authentic connection is often the foundation of a lasting relationship. I think and I have a strong feeling who you are referring to." Elizabeth smiles. "I kind of sense that this would come. The way you look at her, it's just so different."

David chuckles and momentarily distracted. "Mom, speaking of authenticity, (glancing sideways) can I ask you something personal?

"Is it Nicole?" Elizabeth looks at David.

David touches his nape and makes an eye with her mom. "Yes... it's her and don't worry, Mom. She's no longer with Sean."

"Well, I'm happy to know that. I don't want you to be in trouble. So what's your question?" Elizabeth feels at ease knowing that Nicole is no longer involved with Sean.