I Swear, Let Me Love You Again

Lydia’s POV:

“You’re so gorgeous. Since Nathaniel won’t introduce me, my name is Riley and I’m the bride to be. It’s so lovely to meet you, I have heard so much about you.” She rambled grinning from ear to ear and I smiled. She was petite with the most bright blue eyes I had ever seen and shoulder length blonde hair. She was very beautiful and her white gown which stopped around her knee was amazing. It must have been custom made because it fit her perfectly.

“I’m sorry.” Nathaniel laughed and Riley just rolled her eyes in full circle at him.

“Thank you, you’re so gorgeous as well. Your gown is to die for.” I responded and she smiled shyly which made me laugh.

“It’s so nice to see you again.” Melissa, whom I remembered clearly, embraced me and I hugged her back, giving Jacob a polite smile and a side hug. The two were so amazing and kind, they were indeed made for each other.

Riley led me to sit next to her which was directly opposite of Nathaniel as the men were opposite the women. I simply gave a head nod to anyone staring at me whom I had totally forgotten about. Well except Liam and Kelvin, I knew they never liked and they spoke a lot of crap about me in the past and made a mockery of my love for Nathaniel when they thought I wasn’t there.

It was all good now if they didn’t want to cause trouble, as I have forgiven and healed, but if they spoke otherwise, I was planning to keep it classy or match their energy.

After Nathaniel and I got settled in, the conversation and wine flowed, I remained silent just sipping my drink slowly and admiring my ring. My phone vibrated from my phone, so I placed my drink on the table and everyone erupted in laughter at something Riley had said. She was an entertainer and Liam just kept his gaze on her, staring at her with admiration.

I read the message from Ari who was just checking up on me. We had gotten so close over the month Lorena was jealous. Her stomach wasn’t showing yet and she didn’t have any symptoms too except getting emotional, so she was up and about.

I’m okay, I went for a dinner party with Nathaniel. I will most likely come by tomorrow, how is Andrew??

I replied then locked my phone and when I looked up Nathaniel was staring at me. I mouthed, “What?” He chuckled, shaking his head and said, “Nothing.”

I still stared at him with suspicion but I reverted my attention when I heard my name.

“So Lydia, how have you been? It’s been ages since I saw you except your monthly popping in the news.” Kelvin spoke, sipping out of his wine, he seemed tipsy.

“Good.” I replied simply and the food was finally served.

“Well you look good and everyone at this table well excluding Jacob and Melissa who have loved and believed you from day one, we would just like to offer an apology to you for being so judgemental like snobbish rich people and just being bad people. I hope your relationship with our brother here blossoms and we become friends.” Kelvin spoke and I was taken aback, everyone including some of Nathaniel’s old friends nodding agreeing with his words.

“Umm…thank you for that, I really appreciate it. But this is Liam and Riley’s night, so let’s just make a toast to them.” Everyone chuckled and I raised my glass.

“To the beautiful couple and here’s to a beautiful life full of happiness and love!” We all raised our glasses and cheered.

The night was going so well, I had a great time and the food was great.

“You’re eating Chicken?” Nathaniel asked and I looked the other way to prevent myself from making eye contact with him. And he chuckled deeply, shaking his head at me.Content rights by NôvelDr//ama.Org.

The chicken looked amazing plus this was my last day being a vegetarian so I could just pass out on good phone.

At the end of the night, I ended up sharing my number with Riley and Melissa. Everything was so strange to me, their kindness and how welcoming they were but I needed to evolve in the change and be happy and grateful.

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MEANWHILE…

3RD POV:

“Go away…I don’t want to speak to you nor listen to you. Just get out.” Lorena yelled at Darren who came into her office while she was working on designs.

Their parents have been busy preparing for their wedding while Darren and Lorena have barely spoken in the past few weeks. But Darren missed her dearly, the media had been speculating that they parted ways as Lorena had stopped going for his game and she usually did every single time wearing his Jersey while shouting and cheering him on.

“You don’t want to speak to me but why do you keep allowing our parents to plan a wedding you don’t want anymore? Why did you call me the other night saying you missed me? Don’t play with me Lorena. Just tell me what you want, and you know I will do it. If you want to fall back, I will. If you want me to fight for us, I will do that. Just say anything.”

Lorena’s eyes watered and she shook her head in disappointment.

He doesn’t even listen…she thought.

“I poured my heart to you at the hospital, I told you I wanted to be heard by you. I wanted you to listen to my wishes and I wanted you to see I’m trying to please you but at the end of the day nothing went through your head. I wanted to scare you so you can act right but no changes. Nothing and I’m sick of that. Or why else did you think I allowed our parents to continue planning the wedding? I had hope for us but not anymore. Don’t fight for us, just leave. I’m going to explain to my parents and yours that I don’t want this anymore. I will personally refund them. I think I have answered your question, so leave.”

Lorena’s voice was calm and you could tell she was hurt. She turned around and headed back to her seat but before she sat, Darren hugged her from behind wrapping his strong arms around her waist.

“I’m so sorry…. I’m.. just…sorry.” He spoke in her wars living goosebumps on her arms.

All he could think about was his next move because it will either save their relationship or put an end to it.