--Ross
I know, it was absurd that I risked my life by drinking some sort chemical which I found in our garage. Yet, I was so desperate and I thought, I would lose her forever.
3 more days and the doctor allowed me to go home. I'm really happy about that but, what made me extremely happy is the thought of being reunited with my best friend, Belle. She said that we'll talk about everything.
I never felt so helpless like when I really though she could never forgive me.
The night I got out from the Hospital, I asked my mom to cook a special dinner for us-- Honey and I.
As expected, Johanna wouldi try to screw up the night by keepinf on bragging that Honey has no place in our home but, I didn't expect she would buy her crap.
"If there's someone acting bitch here, it's none but you! In the first place, I've always been the one whom he would love to be here 'coz I'm his BEST FRIEND. I would always have a special place here whether you're here or not."
For the first time since Johanna,and I had been together, she never was left speechless during an arguement. I almost laugh upon seeing her facial expression as she was trying get even.
And Belle? I never realized that she would have a tendency of being "maldita" I was surprised yet, I'm glad that,she reclaimed what's really hers from the start. It sounds so good hearing her voice saying, I'll always have a special place in this house..."
--Belle
I've been so prideful. I should have talked to him at first. I almost lost him forever.
"It's been quite long time since we had dinner together and I missed this. The only difference now is he'll soon have a child and most probably, get married as soon as the child is born" I suddenly thought.
"What are you thinking? Is there something that bothers you?"
"Why? Do I look like?"
"Not so obvious. haha."
I poke him on his head.
"You're so playful.I hate you."
"Uh oh. Don't get mad at me."
"Hmmft. You're always like that."
"I just missed you--us, a lot."
*Laughs*
--Belle
I never felt so good like this since he left. Although, my ex really made me feel happy and he treated me so well.
"Thanks for everything, Louise!"
I saw his face lightened up and his smile, so beautiful when I called him that way again.
He told me that the only reason why they are together is he doesn't want the child to grow without a father.
I admire him more for sticking up on what's right to do. The child must be blessed to have him as the father.
Johanna? She's s bratt though. Uh, yet I could not blame her for being possessive on him because maybe she just want what's best for their child-- having a complete family.
And, I've made up my mind. I'll not mess up with them. Maybe, it's now time to let go of the feelings I kept for almost 7 years. After all, he never told me that he feels the same.
After the dinner, I said goodbye to him and his Mom.
When I arrived home, Andrei was there waiting for me.
"Ah, good evening, Belle."
"Oh, what brings you here?"
"Ahm, I came here to ask you 1 thing... Ah.... uh..."
"Hey, you ate your tongue?"
"I know, I might have no more right to ask you this but, I need to. Just in case. you know... ahm--
"C'mon, please tell me." I interrupted.
"Can you give me another chance? Can you give what we had just one last chance?"
I knew it. It's funny to realized that he never changed. He's still like that whenever he's nervous or uncertain of things.
"Ahm... Can you give me some time to think about it?"
"O-of course. I'm willing to wait even for a long time. I just realized that I'm lost without you. I still love you, Belle."
I felt the sincerity of his words.
My heart urged me to welcome him again but, I know I still need to think further. I was hurt when I had to give him up for the good of his own child and I don't want him to be hurt by accepting him and yet if later on, I could ni longer love him the way I did before.
"Don't worry, I won't force myself to you if you've already decided not to give us another chance."
"I'm going now, thanks for listening. Good night. Rest well."
"No pressure. Good night. Take care."
I've been thinking about that for almost a week then. I'm gonna give it another try. I hope can love him like before.
"I trust your decision, Belle. I just hope you really did it because you want it. Nevertheless, I'm happy for you, my Princess."
"Thank you, Dad. I love you."
I asked Asked Andrei to meet me at Starbucks Makati during my break from work.
"Do you have a problem? "
He immediately asked upon reaching the table where was I.
"Shh... don't be silly. I asked you to come because, I want you to know that, I'm giving us another chance."
"Yes! So you mean yes? Hooo! I love you, Honeybelle Ruiz!"
Everyone was looking at us with a wide smile on their faces. As we got out of Starbucks, he held my hand and have me kiss on my right cheek. He drove me back to my office.
He picked me up at 8:00 and we had dinner on our favorite restaurant in Q.C. after that, I asked him to accompany me to Louise's house. I want him to meet him.
NOTE: Thanks to those who read my work. I love you all! mwuah!
Next: Do You Hear The Bell Rings?
Are they really ready for it? Will Belle and Ross remain as best friends 'til the end? What about the baby and Johanna?
I'll let you know as you push through the succeeding Chapters.