A World Without Us (DISCONTINUED)

Chapter 3

Nicolas P.O.V

It has only been a few hours, yet the thought of getting a glimpse of Mariposa revived my enthusiastic thoughts from this dreaded event that I wish I didn't have to attend. After I saw her last night at the park, the exhilarating feeling came back that even Eurielle had noticed when I walked through the door that night. While I was lost in my thoughts again, an abrupt voice has emerged from the silence.

"Hey, babe are you ready yet?" I looked back to see Eurielle dressed up in a gown that revealed to much skin as if we were going to the club instead. I responded back with " are you sure you want to enter the room wearing that." She wandered over as she settled her lips on mine, but the taste and feel of her overpriced lipstick and chapped lips made me instantly pull back as I was displeased with the experience. As soon as I did Eurielle stared at me in shock, I could tell Eurielle was not expecting it.

Without saying anything, she stormed to the other side of the room to pluck her eyebrows into precise shape while she blasted "kill this love" by Black Pink forgetting I was even there in the beginning. The song was too overplayed. I tried to drown out the music while Eurielle sang loudly in a shrieking voice knowing that I hate when she does that. I had continued to stroke my hand through my blond locks of hair when I noticed a red velvet box on the side of the counter as I stared in astonishment as I casually opened it knowing what was inside. The representation and symbol of Mariposa's character the yin. The memories started to flood my thoughts, I shut the case closed and put it in the drawer and left frantically hoping if Eurielle didn't see that I still had part of the necklace.

Eurielle P.O.V

I recited the words to my desired song hoping it would aggravate Nicholas, but as I looked back to see Nicolas, he was holding a red velvet box as I saw the glistening coating from what was being kept inside. I was 100 percent positive that it was a gift for me as I continued to imagine the 8.8 million dollar ring I have always wanted but as well as the most revealing lingerie for later tonight.

The gift may have been secretly hidden away, but it was calling my name. I looked under the bed to see a box that was not there. With the dignity that still remained, I got up and glanced at the mirror, gross, my hair looked like a porcupines body. I opened my drawer that contained 30 cans of hairspray which would at least tame this monstrous hair. I was ready to prove to everyone in the world that I was a goddess compared to Mari, the most fabulous bitch they have ever met.

Mariposa P.O.V.

I stood rigidly in the darkest corner of the ballroom when a voice announced the happy couple. I placed my hand in my handbag to grab my medication for my anxiety. As my heart was beating as fast as a race car, I felt a box that I didn't recognize and remembered. When I took it out, a note was placed on top reciting my favorite line from my favorite Disney princess Tiana "fairy tales can come true, you gotta make them happen, it all depends on you." As I opened the box, tears streamed down my face as the entire world and time stopped. At that moment I was left speechless as I thought I had thrown this away. The half of the necklace that I was given on my 18 birthday confirming our love for one another the symbol of our differences, Nicolas.

I was brought back to reality from a sudden pain from my side. Jezrielle elbowed my side grabbing my attention to finally see Nicolas and Eurielle. They walked down the staircase with poise and grace as those around us clapped in the same rhyme as if they were controlled robots. I was expecting more time as I thought they wouldn't attempt to mingle with someone else. But unfortunately, they spotted me and were quickly approaching me.

I braced myself, ready for Eurielles taunting about the designs on my outfits. However, when we were face to face, the first thing she said was "Hey sis how are you?" She tried to hug me, but I rejected her invite by nodding my head. I made contact with Nick "It's lovely to see you again."

As I extended my hand, he gently kissed it which sent this sensation throughout my body. Moments of silence passed as we stood there unable to start a conversation. When Eurielle spoke, I hoped for her to change, but it couldn't be the case when Eurielle said: "where did you get that outfit from, did you go dumpster diving again." I responded back with "Did you just get back from the strip club you WHORE"! Her face was hysterical as I turned to walk away, but it wasn't enough "At least I'm getting married not like you! Hey, Where did your boyfriend go? OH yeah! He's the father of my child".

I looked back in utter shock as I tried to understand Nicks facial expression, but it was blank; his eyes showed no remorse as he stayed silent. I was engulfed with rage to the point, I could see red and the last thing I knew I forcefully splashed my red wine all over Eurielle's Black hair as it consumed the liquid leaving her drenched but who gave a fuck. I walked away leaving her having a big tantrum.

Nicolas P.O.V

All eyes were on us due to Eurielles big outburst blaming Mari for everything as usual. Instead of caring for my brat of a fiancee, I unhesitantly rushed to catch up to Mari to see if she was okay.

One step only and someone clutched my wrist as they tightened their grip leaving me in excruciating and agonizing pain as I noticed my father shaking his head as I could sense the disappointment and disgrace held before me. I tried to loosen his grip as I turned to go after Mari, but I had lost sight of where she was. I glanced around if I could locate her, but instead, I spotted a familiar face Jezi.

Jezrielle P.O.V

I twirled my locks of hair as there was a tall delicious meal standing in front of me as I slyly licked my lips to show signs that I wanted him right there and then. I have almost fully succumbed to this daydream until I felt someone's hand touch my shoulder trying to get me to pay attention, I looked back to see some man whore standing behind me, Nicholas. " Jezi how are you! is it alright if we talk for a sec?" I looked at nick waiting for him to explain when he said: " In private if that's ok?" I rolled my eyes as I told him he had five minutes because I wanted to get back to my sugar daddy as soon as possible.

He walked us to a secluded area. I could tell that he was so nervous that Nick looked like he was about to shit his pants. "What do you want, you're bothering me while I have my erotic dream?" I was annoyed as he was wasting my time. My response took him back as he was not expecting that type of answer when he asked.

"I was just wondering if you knew where Mari was." I was appalled with his question as I replied in fury and hate. " are you asking just so u can break her heart all over again. Anyway, why do you give a fuck! You ruined her life just stay out of it!"

"I never meant to hurt Maripo..."

"But yet you did Nicolas! You know what she had to go through! I can't remember the last time I saw her smile, and when she did it, it was fake because she had to pretend that she was okay. She kept thinking that her heart stopped when she missed you. Yet here we are. You can name a million reasons as of why you left, but you weren't man enough to find a single reason to stay. We all have 2 arms 2 eyes 2 ears 2 legs yet one heart, and she gave you hers. However, you returned it back in pieces. It sucks, doesn't it? Knowing that you were the one that caused all this. Even if I wanted to get rid of you the most, your the only one who could fix this..."

"I will tell you her whereabouts. She's out in the courtyard, just don't hurt her and expect more than what she can give. You may be my older brother, even if others may not know, but that doesn't mean I won't make your life a living nightmare."

I walked away with nothing left to say giving him no chance to respond, as he ruined my lustful mood in exchange with concern. We may have the same blood but how can I ever trust him when he never believed in me.