Chapter 21
Sophia’s P.O.V
I felt stupid for asking Tay to come to the wedding but I desperately needed him there. Tessa’s words went through my mind again and I found myself once again second guessing whether or not Philip and I were supposed to be. Maybe we weren’t. I put my doubts down to nerves leaving it at that. Tessa was so happy that her dad was around again and she couldn't wipe the smile off her face. She found it hilarious when Tay and I would talk about our old school days and how much fun we had when we were younger.
“Mum?” Tessa said softly. I looked at her
“Is it ok if I bring someone to the wedding?” I frowned
“Of course who are you bringing?” I asked. She blushed and I looked at Taylor who was grinning
“A boy?” I guessed
“He isn't just any boy” she defended
“Ok who is he? What’s his name?” I asked
“His name is Landon and he is really sweet and funny and I really like him” she blurted
“Aww our baby’s growing up Tay” I said cooing.
“She certainly is” he replied grinning. Tessa blushed and told us to shut up but she smiled. I guessed that this boy was going to be nicer to her than the other guy that was with her.
‘Wait Landon?” I asked frowning
“Yeah... He was the one who drove me home the night of the accident” she said. I felt myself tense up
“Well at least he apologised” Taylor said assuring Tessa. She looked relieved and smiled
“So he can still come?” she asked
“Of course” I replied sending Tay an uneasy smile. He winked in return making me roll my eyes. After dinner Tessa went and called a friend to talk while Tay and I did the dishes.
“She really is growing up” he said
“I know” I replied sighing.
“Don't worry. She is a good girl” he said resting his hands on my shoulders. I nodded loving the comfort.
It was the day of the engagement party and I was a ball of nerves. It had been a little over two months since Taylor and I became friends again but I found myself spending more time with him than with Philip. But Philip was working a lot so I didn't feel as guilty. I was at home getting ready for the engagement dinner when Jaime came downstairs with Tessa.
“Tessa why don't you wait in the car I just need to speak to your mum” he told her. she nodded confused but walked out. He turned to me
“I have to ask Soph... are you sure you want to marry Philip?” he asked. I stopped and looked at him. Did I? I mean I was indecisive and I put it down to nerves but now that I was being asked by someone other than Tessa I really thought about it. “Just hear me out ok?” I nodded “So when you’re in trouble who do you call?”
“The Ghostbusters?” I asked. He threw me a dry look and I laughed
“Seriously though, who is the first person you call?” he asked
“Taylor” I answered without a second thought
“And when you are upset who do you call?”
“Taylor” I didn't need to think about this
“And one more question... What hurts more, losing Taylor’s friendship or losing Philip?” he asked. I stopped again and looked at him. I thought about it. When I had lost Taylor it had felt like someone had kicked me in the guts and I felt so heartbroken and so upset. But when I thought about losing Philip I didn't feel the same pain. It was slightly different. Still painful but not as much.
“I think you know the answer” I said to him.
“I do but do you?” he asked before walking out. I pondered over his words and then followed him out. On the way over something hit me “how would you know about the wrong guy? You want to talk to me about wrong guys? Look at your mistakes before you judge mine” Tessa’s words swam in my head. How would I know about wrong guys? I have made so many mistakes in the past and that led me to believe that maybe this was one of those mistakes. When we arrived there were lots of people including all of Philip’s family. The only person I didn't see was Taylor. I knew he wouldn't come but I had hoped. Philip found me and kissed me quickly
“You look beautiful honey” he said wrapping an arm around my waist. We sat in our seats and talked about the plans for the wedding. People were offering up suggestions but I wasn’t listening. My mind was elsewhere.
“Baby?” I looked at Philip
“Yeah?” I asked.
“Can I talk to you after this?” he asked. I nodded and kissed his cheek. Maree walked up to me and took me away to talk about her babies and how I handled being pregnant. We chatted for an hour before Philip came over to drag me outside.
“Philip what’s going on?” I asked confused
“I need to talk to you” he said softly. I nodded and followed him out to the hallway.
“What’s up?” I asked
“Meeting you was no coincidence” he said
“What do you mean?” I asked frowning. He sighed and closed his eyes
“I knew who you were before I met you” he said
“How? We were at DOME and you were in front of me” I said confused
“I followed you. Do you remember when I told you I was in law enforcement?” he asked. I simply nodded folding my arms “I’m a private investigator” he said. I felt like he had dropped the weight of the world on my shoulders
“I’m sorry?” I asked not comprehending
“My sister hired me to investigate you. She wanted to know your strengths and weaknesses so she could get Taylor sole custody of Tessa” I felt my breathing becoming quicker
“But...” I didn't know how to formulate words
“After our second date I couldn't bring myself to do it. I knew you were a good person and I couldn't betray you like that” he urged me and grasped the tops of my arms
“I can’t believe I let myself love you and trust you” I said yanking myself out of his grasp
“I’m so sorry Soph... I needed to tell you now or Gia would have and I couldn't get married without telling you” he said begging me to understand. I felt my tears start to stream down my face
“I can’t believe it. So was it all fake?” I asked
“Not all of it... the first few weeks yeah but then I got to know you...”
“We’re getting married... I thought you might be different” I said feeling so stupid.
“Soph I’m sorry”
“Why would you tell me now? We are supposed to be getting married in a few days and you are just telling me now!” I was so angry.
“Soph please I love you...” he begged but I cut him off and started to walk away
“Stay the hell away from me” I growled
“I understand if you don't want to get married” he called. I went inside and grabbed my bag before grabbing Jaime’s keys and leaving. While I was driving I felt so hurt and angry but it was nothing compared to the feeling I had when Taylor and I had a fight. Something clicked in my brain and I was suddenly aware that it was always Taylor. The person I turned to, the person I relied on. The person that I loved. I loved him and I couldn't deny it. He was the one and I was so stupid for not realising it sooner. I dialled his number but he didn't answer so I assumed he was at the shop. I drove there and parked before getting out and rushing inside
“Taylor?!” I called. There was no answer to so tried again
“I’m right here” he said frowning and coming out of his office. He took in my face and he frowned
“Are you ok?” he asked. I nodded and kissed him
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