ADRIANNA All through the night I couldn't sleep, my thoughts kept going back to Theresa. I kept tossing and turning on my bed finding it hard to fall asleepI was really worried. I couldn’t rest, knowing that Theresa was in that hospital room fighting for her life.Morning came eventually, and I wasted no time in preparing to go to the hospital. I didn’t even shower, i just wore the nearest clothes i could find, and rushed out of my room. I walked down the stairs, and to the living room, to find Ethan sitting patiently.Was he waiting for me?“Good morning” he greeted me immediately when he saw me. He stood up from the chair, and walked closer to me.“Need a ride?” He twirled the car key in his hand. I nodded, and walked to hug him.He leaned in, and then lightly grabbed my cheek “it’s okay Adrianna, it’s okay” he said, and I sighed.We walked out of the house shortly after. I looked around, the decorations from yesterday were still scattered around, and the large table at the cen
ADRIANNA It felt like all the air had been sucked out of my lungs, and I couldn't breathe.I watched as Theresa collapsed to the floor, knees first and then her whole body landed on the floor.“No, no, no!” I shook my head as I stood up, and began to run towards her.I ignored the slight pain I felt around my stomach, still trying to get to her. Even as Ethan held my hand, to stop me, I still struggled.I forcefully pushed my hand away from his and ran to her.“The…Theresa are y…you okay?” I stammered as i laid on the floor beside her.She had been shot to the chest. Blood was gushing out of her chest so fast that I didn't know how to stop it.I looked around and screamed at the top of my lungs “somebody call the f*ucking ambulance please” my voice cracked.I looked down at Theresa “Theresa please, please open your eyes, the ambulance would be here soon” I cried as Theresa’s eyes were closed and she looked unresponsive.I took my hands to hers, and grabbed it.Her hands were starting
ADRIANNA “You don’t have to run Adrianna, I'm just here to congratulate you,” he grinned.My heart sank to the bottom of my stomach.I stopped, and stared at him, trying to hide my fear as much as possible, and appear confident.“What are you doing here Raymond?” I asked, swallowing the lump in my throat.“You aren’t supposed to be here! You are not invited”“We’re divorced, we have nothing left connecting us together, don’t you get it?” I asked, as my palm started to get sweaty. I clung to my dress, stylishly rubbing my palm on it.He chuckled and then tried to move closer, but I stopped him.“Stay right there! Don’t come any closer!” I snapped, stretching my hand. This attracted some of the guests including Ethan, who rushed over to where I was. He stood in front of me, and used his right hand to pull me behind him.“What are you doing here Raymond?” He groaned as he asked Raymond the one question that I needed answers to too.What was he doing here? We had signed the divorce paper
ADRIANNAFor the next few days, preparations for our big, special day were being made. We had scheduled the reveal for two days from now. I left invitation messages for a few people like Mrs. Thompson and a few of my former co-workers at the coffee shop. But, I still had one more person to invite personally, and I wanted it to be a surprise.I hailed a taxi and gave the driver the address to Theresa’s house. When we arrived, I alighted, and paid the driver his money, watching him zoom off.I walked to the door and clicked on the doorbell. An excited and cheerful Theresa came out shortly after.“Adrianna!” She said excitedly and hugged me, her hug bringing me warmth and comfort.“How are you?” I asked, immediately she released me. “I’m doing great, come on in” I stepped in, shutting the door behind me. “I have a surprise for you!” I announced, taking a seat in the living room.“What’s that?” She raised her eyebrow, her face lighting up with anticipation.“I want to specially and per
ADRIANNA Ethan opened the car door for me as we got to the familiar building. I stared hard at it.This was a place that once held memories for me. It was a place I thought I was genuinely loved. It was a place I thought would be my forever home.All that was destroyed in just a day.I came down from the car, and waited for him to shut the door before moving. I slowly walked towards the gate, with Ethan trailing behind me. I rang the doorbell that was by the side of the gate, and after a few seconds, the gate automatically opened.I turned around to look at Ethan, and he had a reassuring smile.That was all I needed. I held his hand as we walked towards the door to the house. Just before we could knock, the door opened to show the least person I wanted to meet.Jasmine.“What are you doing here?” She asked nonchalantly.I scoffed as I stared right at her. She really had the audacity. Was she still asking me what I am doing here?“You know why i am here Jasmine” “I am here to take w
ADRIANNA As I stared at the message, I could only feel three things; joy, excitement and thrill.I felt on top of the world, and the taste of the cake did a lot.“This is just the beginning Raymond!” I laughed hysterically, as I took a bite of my cake, sipping my coffee right after.I dropped my phone down and enjoyed the remaining cake left on the round shaped plate. When I was done, I leaned back into my seat, completely exhausted.It felt like I had eaten for about five people.Customers started to come in and the place was starting to become packed. “Well i guess this is my queue to leave”I grabbed my purse and my phone and stood up from the chair. I walked to my manager’s office to bid her a farewell. I knocked twice on the door, and when I heard the confirmation to come in, I opened the door.“I’m leaving already. I have somewhere to be” I poked my head in.Mrs. Thompson was seated behind her desk, with a few paper works scattered on her table. Her face lit up with excitement