Zach POV
I was shocked to hear her call me that.
"Elle?"
Gabriella: Zach?
Her whisper was soft I could barely hear it.
The doctor and nurses came in when I pushed the call button.
Doctor: Ah. Good evening Ms Sanders. Glad to have you join us. We will put you on painkillers to let you rest more for now. We will see you again in the morning.
When the doctor left and the nurse administered the painkiller dosage through her IV tube, she turned to me.
Gabriella: Zach.
"How do you know my name?"
Gabriella: I was aware about my surrounding when I was asleep. I heard John talking to you. He called you by that name. That is what you cant tell me?
"Yes. Among other things. In time I will. Now get some rest."
Gabriella: What is your full name?
Zach: Zachary Randall Connor.
She smiled at me.
Gabriella: I love you Zach Connor.
She then closed her eyes and drifted to sleep.
I held her hands and kissed her forehead.
"I love you too Gabriella Sanders."
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Gabriella POV
When I woke up, my body was sore. I didnt feel much pain but I could see that my chest was still bandaged.
Zach was still sleeping beside me holding my hand. I used my other hand to trace his face.
I still have many questions. The memories of that night was still fresh in my head.
Zach stirred and looked up to me.
Zach: Elle? Are you ok?
I smiled and nodded.
Zach: Oh thank god. Do you need anything?
"Nothing. I was thinking about what happened that night."
Zach: You remember?
"Yes. Everything."
Zach: Why did you do it Elle? Why did you take the bullet for me? I dont know what I would do if I lost you.
"It was an instant reflex. I wanted to protect you."
Zach: Im just thankful you are ok. This past week had been torture.
"How long was I out?"
Zach: 7 days baby. The longest 7 days of my life.
"So can you tell me everything now?"
He looked down.
"Please Zach. I want to know."
Zach: Im actually an agent for an intelligence agency. We worked under an autonomous jurisdiction but mostly collaborated with the Feds or other government bodies. Being Warren Ashton was my latest mission. And like my other missions, it was straight forward. Gather intel and execute operations. And.. I didnt expect to fall in love. This mission was dangerous to begin with as we are dealing with a major syndicate. I was prepared to execute my mission but I wasnt prepared to have you taken away. The distraction I was not supposed to have.
"Oh Zach."
Zach: I dont regret meeting you. Falling in love with you. You have made me a different person. You gave me a different meaning on life. And I never wanted so badly to protect you from the life I have.
I pulled him down to kiss him.
"Thank you. For everything. Before I met you, my life was not worth living. If it wasnt for my father and brother, I would have ended it. But... you gave me something I didnt have. Love and respect. And I thank god each day that I am with you."
Zach: I love you.
"I love you more."
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After a few more days, I was discharged but continued on bed rest and not put my body under a lot of stress.
Gary stayed home and commute daily to school which was about an hour away. I didnt like it but he insisted. He refused to leave me.
-At dinner-
Gary: How are you feeling Ella?
"Much better actually. It felt better removing the bandages. I could move freely now."
Angela chuckled.
Angela: You need to still take it easy Ella.
"Im bored already. I need to get back to work."
The company was investigated and given a thorough sweep to remove all the illegal activities. Josh Gabber was appointed Chairman. He told me my job is still available if I still want it.
Angela: Rest more sweetie. You dont have to go back so soon. I dont need to be paid anymore.
Me and Gary looked up at her confused.
She smiled sheepishly.
"Why? Are you leaving?"
Angela: No. Actually, your father asked me to marry him.
"Oh my god! Congratulations!"
Gary and I was so happy with the announcement. Angela had been so sweet and she would make my father happy. He deserved it.
"Omg! How did this happen?"
George: I realised that she made me happy. I wasnt happy for a while when your mum passed. And I just asked her casually whether it would be crazy if I ask her to marry me. She took my breath away when she said yes.
Angela blushed.
Angela: I know Im not your mum. But I do love your father and am willing to care for him for the rest of my life.
"We love you Angie. We wouldnt have it any other way. Mum would be proud that you found your happiness."
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Romance||Completed|| Gabriella Sanders, 22 years old, was cast to the bottom of the social circle at her work place just because they felt like it. She hated it but pressed on for the sake of her family. She is used to being picked on since high school. It...
