Broken Pieces

Chapter 10

Simon's heart tore to see his dear Sofia in the arms of the other man, lifeless. He felt as if his heart was being stabbed with a hundred knives. He just wanted to push Calvin and take his Sofia in his arms. But her mother had put him in such a position that if he even took a step near her, he would be exposed and jeopardize his job and reputation of the company as well. No matter what he wanted he couldn't play with other people's jobs. Knowing Bella and her status, she wouldn't hesitate to do the nasty.

The party stilled. Bella got a microphone and apologized to the guests for the inconvenience. She asked them to continue enjoying their party and that Sofia would be right with them in a few minutes.The people got back to chatting and dancing. There was a live band performing various songs. People were enjoying themselves but Simon's soul was restless. He wanted to see Sofia for once. 

Back inside, Calvin put Sofia on the bed. Sofia was lifeless. He was wondering what had happened to her. Suddenly Bella and Jeremy entered the room behind the doctor. The doctor, Mrs. Rachel was a beautiful kind woman in her forties. She asked them all to move out of the room and give her space.

They all moved out. They were pacing outside her room. Jeremy was worried. After a few minutes, the doctor came out.

"When did she eat the last time? "  the doctor asked.

"This afternoon I guess," Bella answered.

"No, I don't think so. I think a lot of champagne has caused her to faint. She took an alcoholic beverage on an empty stomach. There's nothing to worry about. She'll be fine." Mrs. Rachel said as she left with Jeremy.

"Is she going to be fine?" He asked again.

"She's under a lot of stress. There's something that's bothering her. Sofia has never handled stress well. You know that very well. Talk to her and get it out of her." She advised him as she shook his hand and left.

"Hey Calvin, thanks for taking care of my daughter," Jeremy said as she shook Calvin's hand firmly.

"It's okay, Mr. Taylor." He replied and left to go outside.

After half an hour, Sofia woke up to find her father by her side. She tried to sit up.

"Keep lying down, princess," Jeremy said to Sofia as he caressed her cheek.

"What happened to me?" Sofia asked as a pounding headache hit her.

"When was the last time you ate today?" He asked her.

"Morning. I wasn't feeling like eating anything so I skipped lunch." She said with her eyes trained on the wall in front of her.

"And you drunk on an empty stomach? How can you be so careless? Why?" He asked.

"Because mum was forcing me to do everything like a robot. She didn't invite my friends and I saw Simon. He is here, isn't he?" She said to her father as she tried to remember.

"Yes, he is. Because I gave the food orders to the hotel he works in." Bella replied.

"You did this all to humiliate him!" Sofia retorted.

"No, I didn't. "She replied calmly as she smoothed her dress.

"Does Simon means to you more than a friend, Sofia? " Jeremy asked.

"Yes! He does! I love him! He means everything to me!" She shouted as tears ran down her face.

"What????!" Bella said with her mouth open in shock.

"Yes, mum. You better make peace with it." Sofia said harshly as she got up the bed and stumbled towards the door.

"It's gone farther than we thought. Things have gotten out of hand." Jeremy said to Bella. Bella nodded in agreement.