Must Read: Mariana Episode 35

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Paula’s POV

 

I woke up with a bashing headache. I opened my eyes and I found familiar pairs of eyes on me.

 

“Paula, you’re awake”.

 

“What happened to me?” I asked him.

 

“You went unconscious for three days”.

 

“Three days? But why?” I asked.

 

“The doctor said you were stressed and mum also told me you went to cook all by yourself.”

 

“That’s not stress?”

 

“Of course it is. You’re almost put our baby into danger. Can’t you be careful?” He shouted angrily.

 

I jumped in fright at his tone. Pablo never shouts at me no matter what. So why the sudden change?

 

I coiled under the duvet as my eyes burned with threatening tears.

 

Somehow he noticed what he did and run his hands through his hair in frustration.

 

“What have I done? Gosh Paula I’m so sorry. I didn’t know what came over me. I swear I didn’t mean to shout” He pleaded as he held my hand.

 

I flinched and his eyes widened.

 

“No. Paula don’t be scared. I promise I won’t shout at you again.”

 

“Pablo I think you should let her rest and have something to eat. She will calm down by then.” His mum said.

 

“I think you’re right.” He glanced at me with eyes filled with guilt and regret as he started walking out.

 

“Wait!” I said when he got to the door.

 

“Me?” He asked and looked around.

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“Of course. Bring me food please I’m hungry so much that I can eat an elephant.”

 

“Sure” he said and raced out.

 

Mum also tagged along.

 

Within a minute, he was in with a tray filled with food.

 

He sat beside me and placed the tray on the bed.

 

“I will feed you”.

 

“No. You don’t have to besides am not a baby nor I’m I sick.” I snapped and took a spoon.

 

He watched as I stuff my face with food.

 

After 30 minutes, I’ve consumed all the food and looked up for the first time since the meal arrived.

 

Oh my…I didn’t bother inviting him.

 

Now i look like some greedy pig.

 

“I’m sorry for shouting at you…”

 

“You did?” I asked adamantly.

 

He nodded.

 

“Well I don’t remember nothing as such.”

 

“You mean you don’t remember?”

 

“Yes Pablo. Now let’s forget about it.”

 

I got up and took the tray.

 

“Give me that, I will take it back”.

 

“No my dear, lemme do a bit of exercise. I’ve been on this bloody bed for three fu.cking days now.

 

And from the look of your face, it’s obvious you haven’t had enough sleep at all. So if there’s anyone one here who needed rest then it’s you.” I concluded and walked out not waiting to hear an answer.

 

I got to the kitchen and looked around. If what Pablo said is true that I have been out for three days now, then Mrs Blake should be back by now.

 

I went to one of the maids and asked of her whereabouts but I was told that, they haven’t heard from her since the day they were dismissed to go home.

 

I decided to ask mum so I went to her door and knocked.

 

“Coming”. She shouted from inside.

 

“No she travelled to her hometown. She’ll be back soon”. She answered when I asked her.

 

I got back inside our bedroom and Pablo was standing with his back facing me. With one hand Akimbo, the other seems to be holding something which he was examining keenly.

 

 

He felt my presence and turned.

 

“Who are they?” He asked.

 

“What?”

 

“I mean this”. He said and raised a locket up.

 

Immediately, my hands went to my neck.

 

My locket.

 

It wasn’t there.

 

I looked back at his hands and it was mine.

 

“Give me that!”

 

“Unless you tell me.”

 

“Are you serious?”

 

“Yes he replied and grinned.” He’s obviously having fun.

 

“Mum and Dad” I stated rawly.

 

“Who gave it to you?” He asked.

 

“Dad did, during my Eighteenth birthday”.

 

“It’s so beautiful. I think I will make one for my daughter too.” He said as he continue staring at the pictures.

 

He arched a brow and frowned,” You’re so mean. You didn’t even introduced me to them.”

 

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I resisted the urge to hit him right on the head. Somehow he’s right. I didn’t get to talk to him about them.

 

“I think I have the right to know more about my late In-laws at least”.

 

I signed and sat down on the couch in our room and patted a space for him to sit as well.

 

He obliged and came to sit like an obedient boy.

 

“What is there to even say?” I signed and exhaled.

 

He ignored my statement and waited for me to talk.

 

“I’m Anna Paula Devante the only Daughter of Mr and Mrs Devante.”

 

“I already know that” he snorted.

 

“I don’t really know much. All I know is that, my dad never had time for mum and I. He was always on long trips being the business man he was.

 

And I think that was the more reason why mum always argue with him. I wasn’t happy with it but he always make sure to make up for the time he wasn’t around. He takes me to the park, the movies, mall and ice skating.

 

I really cherished those moments.” I smiled as I remembered those happy moments.

 

“But everything changed when dad’s bussiness collapsed due to a fire outbreak at the company.

 

We started depending on mum’s business but it wasn’t enough. So dad decided to mortgage our house and cars for a loan to start a new bussiness but that option didn’t work either.

 

Because the company he was investing the money turned out to be a fraud. He finally went bankrupt and as time goes we found it difficult to cope.

 

 

Mum and Dad’s arguments got to the highest peak. I never really know the reason for their constant arguments though.

 

It was in between one of those arguments that mum complained of her heart. She was finding it difficult to breath. I just came back from college then.

 

Together with Dad we rushed her to the hospital. We never got to the hospital though.” I paused for a while.

 

“What happened?” Pablo asked.

 

“W…we..we got into an accident and mum died at the spot…” I cried as I remembered the incident.

 

“It’s okay. I’m sorry” Pablo soothed and hugged me.

 

“Don’t be. It’s in my past and I have gotten over it.” I said and wipped the tears.

 

“What of your dad?”

 

“He also died a week after mum’s burial. The accident was fatal. It was a miracle that I survived it without a single scratch. After their death, the house and the cars that were mortgaged were taken. I was in college then it wasn’t easy at first but made it through. Amy was there as usual. She supported me through it all, always at my beck and call.

 

Then I met you after five years. You already know the rest of the story.” I concluded and smiled at him.

 

He wasn’t smiling, he wasn’t looking at me either. He seems to be in deep thoughts.

 

“Hey!” I pinched him lightly.

 

“Where did you zone off to?” I asked.

 

“Are you alright” I asked when I noticed that he wasn’t saying anything.

 

“Did you say this is your dad?”

 

 

I rolled my eyes, “I just said that.”

 

“Are you sure?” He asked again.

 

“What question is that? Why won’t I know my dad?”

 

“Because this man here is my dad!”

 

“You’re kidding right?”

 

“I’m serious Paula.”

 

The world froze around me instantly as I realized the seriousness in his tone. I stiffened on the couch.

 

“How is that possible?”

 

“I’ll tell you.” He said.

 

“I’m sorry” he mumbled after his narration.

 

I was shocked after Pablo told me everything. From all the things I thought his mum discussed with him, I never imagined this Revelation. Dad shouldn’t have done that no matter what had been going on between mum and him.

 

I had watch my mum rant all the time about how my dad never loved her. She also mentioned that it was because Dad had another family but I never took her serious.

 

Was that family really Pablo’s?

 

Pablo said sorry. Sorry for what exactly? It was such a long time and a lot has changed since then and it seemed like cruel fate and the man I fell in love with happened to be no one else but Pablo. I’m still shocked but I’m not angry.

 

What exactly could I be angry about?

 

 

It’s true I’ve faced a lot during my childhood but I’ve forgotten about it. Honestly, if I weren’t hearing of it today, I would not have any cause to remember. My father was a good man and I truly believe that.

 

But Pablo still needs to get proper clarification from his mother again because I still don’t understand why she hated me before.

 

I shook my head slightly at the situation our parents caused for us.

 

 

Pablo’s POV

 

 

I didn’t like how Paula was reacting to what I told her. And when I saw her shake her head, I thought of the worst. She couldn’t handle it that I was related to it.

 

“I’m not mad at you Pablo. Whatever happened, is there a reason I should blame you? Even if my father ignored us for your….”

 

I winced at the statement.

 

She realized how what she said must have sounded. “I don’t mean, let’s just take a breather before words get misconstrued. I’m in no way mad at you neither I’m I angry but I just need time for all to sink in. I just wished mum was alive I would have asked her about all this”.

 

“No need Paula. That’s in the past and we’re happy just like this. Mum has also forgiven you. Let’s just move on.” I said.

 

“I think you’re right but we still don’t know who our father really is. So I suggest you talk to mum about it”.

 

“Sure.”

 

“What happened between our parents does not affect us it will be insane to blame ourselves”. She said and that was all I needed to hear.

 

“Come here, babydoll”, I said happily as she came and sat on my lap. I slowly put the locket back on her neck.

 

 

“You know, when my mom told me everything the last time, I did not care. All that mattered to me was what you were going to think of me and our relationship..if you would end it or….”

 

I felt her lips on mine as I tensed a little before returning it and soon we lost in pure bliss. We pulled back and she rested her head on my chest.

 

“So what happened between Jude and Amy?” I asked as I brushed my hands through her hair.

 

“Why did you ask?”

 

“I don’t see them together again and I’ve noticed the closeness between Amy and Daniel. Tell me are they dating?” I asked again.

 

“Amy and Jude broke up. And for she and Daniel, I don’t really know what is between them. Though they seem really close, I don’t know whether they’ve said the three words.” She explained.

 

“Tell me more. What caused the break up?” I got curious.

 

“Not in my place to tell.” She raised her head and smacked my shoulder slightly,”

 

Since when did you start being so nosy Mr Dominguez?”

 

“After I learnt I will be the father of a beautiful bouncing baby girl”. I replied and pouted.

 

“You’re not giving up are you ?” She asked.

 

“NEVER”

 

EIGHT MONTHS LATER ✨

 

 

Paula’s POV

 

“Look over there, it’s so cute”, I pointed at a huge teddy bear excitedly.

 

 

“Come on, let’s go get it” Daniel said as he rushed to the bear.

 

So much has happened in the last couple of months. Right now I’m at the mall with Daniel and Amy when Pablo left for office.

 

I was near my due date and the doctor had said my water will break anytime soon.

 

Pablo treated me like a queen. He worked from home and only goes to the office when it is important. He watched me like a hawk which sometimes irritates me a lot. Even going to the bathroom, I had to report to him otherwise he will search the whole house down. He never allows me to lift a finger to do a thing.

 

Mum has also been helping a lot this past months. Mrs Blake called and quit her job.

 

I miss her though.

 

Amy and Daniel has also started dating officially last month. I was so happy for her.

 

Amy held my hand as we walked towards the teddy bear section.

 

“Here” he said and gave it to me midway.

 

“Awww… thanks. It’s so beautiful. I will name it Pabby”.

 

Amy and Dan looked at me strangely.

 

“What name is that?” They asked together.

 

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“Ohww” they chorused together.

 

“Let’s capture this moment.” Amy announced as she brought her phone out.

 

We took a number of pictures and selfies together.

 

I winced as I felt a sharp kick in my stomach. My hands instinctively moved to it while my eyes twitched.

 

“Are you okay?” Amy asked and placed a hand on my shoulder.

 

I released a breath and nodded, ” My baby is just a strong kicker.

 

“Goddamit Baby why are you doing this to mama”. I muttered as I felt another kick.

 

“Paula are you sure it’s just….”

 

“Positive” I wheezed and walked over to a couch and drop myself on it and closed my eyes.

 

“Give me a few seconds and then I will get up”.

 

I groaned again. This time the pain was worse. I stood as I felt an intense craving.

 

I looked up at Daniel and I saw his pale face.

 

“What?”

 

He pointed to the ground.

 

I looked down and my eyes widened at the puddle that laid between me.

 

“Damnit Paula did you pee on yourself?” Daniel asked.

 

Amy glanced at the ground and slapped Daniel at the back of his head, ” Silly. Her water broke”.

 

His eyes widened as he snapped his head to see Paula’s face,” Holy crap. Your water broke”.

 

“What are we going to do now?” Amy asked.

 

 

“Don’t just stand there like idiots. Get the car and call Pablo”. I ordered as the pain became unbearable.

 

TBC….

 

Be ready for a whole lot of drama in the next chapter.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MARIANA

 

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