Emily's POV:
"But he is Edward's cousin!"
"I didn't know that before until I met Edward in my college days!"
"Oh god. This is so.. How did you give birth to the child then??!"
Lara sighed loudly before looking at me. "After he left me all my myself to deal with that unwanted pregnancy, I was heartbroken and miserable. But I wasn't willing to abort my poor child who wasn't even born at that time. Giving a excuse of studying for better future to my family, I went to Europe to study where I gave birth to Vivian at my tender age of 19. It was hard raising her alone. So I returned home after 2 years, all changed and that old Lisa-"
"Lisa?"
"Yes. My real name is Lisa Williams! But after all that happened with me, I decided to change my whole self because I knew all along that it all happened because I was just a ugly stupid nerd! I changed my nam
Emily's POV:Oh dear, this so wasn't happening!No, never!What to do? Should I strangle him!?Oh hell no! Eric is my friend and like a brother to me!!But he was a villain to Lisa!But still, if only you could cut him to half and throw him to gutter-"Shut Up!" I shouted to myself!I paced worriedly in my room, wondering what to do while all in the house were fast asleep like bull and goats.Eric greeted us friendly, hugging me and Edward like old times, and though we talked a lot, of ancient rules and all, I couldn't help but feel anxious seeing the clock on the wall, as it ticked one by one second.In my haste, I started to chew my nails, tapping my foot on floor worriedly.Lisa wasn
Emily's POV:I was cooking breakfast and watching the front door at the same time. It was almost eight in the morning and I was glad Lara hadn't come until now.I wasn't willing to wake Eric up though he loved to go on morning walks. Edward had an important meeting today and so he was upstairs, getting ready for it.Suddenly the doorbell rang and I jumped at my place, my heart leaped to my throat, glaring at the door in hope.Please, let it not be Lara!Please, let it be anyone but Lara!While I was busy bribing God with my futile attempts, Miranda opened the door and I saw Lara coming towards me, smiling brightly at me."Hey Emily, good morning! How are you?!"Immediately, I glanced towards Eric's room and for a moment, I was glad he wasn't awake yet."I am fine Lisa, Good morning.!
Emily's pov:Pouring two cups of coffee quickly, I walked towards Jake, who was sitting on drawing room, in heavy mood."Here!" I handed him a mug of coffee before sitting in front of him, crossing my legs."So... How come you're here? So early in the morning!?"Jake didn't respond, instead he took one sip of his coffee, avoiding my gaze and perhaps, ignoring my logical question ever, as well."Jake!? You didn't answer me. And now when I am thinking about it, where is...." I looked all around the room, before fixing my eyes on Jake, "Mia?"He still didn't look at me.My natural feminine and partial tomboy instincts kicked my butt continuosly, telling me something indeed had gone wrong, the reason this dog named Jake was so early in my house, the one who used to bite off anyone's head whoever dared to drag off his slim ass of his c
Emily's POV:It was hard to reach Mia since she wasn't picking up my phone or replying to my texts and I was getting worried for her.I contacted the mobile company to put her mobile number on surveillance using my late father's security business card and they wanted some time to tell me the exact location of Mia."So what did the two of you talk about?!"Turning around, I saw Eric drinking water from the fridge and he placed food on the table, everything steaming hot and ready. I smelled the aroma of his handmade dishes, opening lid of the containers to admire his cooking."You know you didn't have to do all that! I mean you came just yesterday so it makes me a villain if you would continue to cook-""Oh shut up already! You and your stupid hero-villain things will never cease to eat my brains off! Now if you have talked enough already the
Emily's POV:Loud reverberation of thunder broke my line of thoughts and I ran towards the window to realise it still hadn't stopped raining. Cold drops of rain splattered my face and chilling breeze hugged my features just as I opened my window to peek at the weather.Glancing at my phone, I threw it annoyingly on sofa after seeing no calls or replies from Edward. I sat beside the window, my eyes glued on the muddy road, my eyelids dropping heavily from sleep.A loud knock on the door woke me up abruptly from my short nap and I rushed towards the door, turning the knob and quickly opening the door."Edward! Where the hell were you, you stupid moron! Why the hell you were so-"I stopped blabbering to see Edward slumped lazily on Michael's shoulder while Michael struggled slightly with his weight."Oh my god! What happened to him, Michael!?
Emily's Pov:I organised all the fresh ingredients in the fridge, throwing away all the rotten and expired food products into the dustbin.Stirring the glass of lemon water after adding a bit of salt, I drank it in one shot, cold water soothing my frustrated nerves and relaxing my body.It had been three weeks already and I didn't receive anything satisfying from Cyber security and surveillance department, regarding the precise location of Mia or her whereabouts.I heard shuffling of things, heavy footsteps on stairs resonated the ambient and I abruptly turned towards the kitchen counter, busying myself in wiping off the wet dishes.My heart twisted painfully in my chest, remembering those three words which I had always wanted to hear from Edward my whole life, and which he indeed said to me but this time, those beautiful words weren't f
Emily's POV:I splashed some cold water over my face, cleaning each and every corner of my face.Dark circles under my eyes were still visible, and I was worried if my mom saw me in freaking ugly condition like this, with my hairs sticking like a birdnest from my bun and my face looking like a distorted mushroom after all those sleepless depressing nights, then she would certainly throw a huge fit over it.Mom was waiting in the drawing room after I excused myself to go to washroom and let Miranda open the door for her.Quickly applying some foundation and cream under my eyes, which I stored in my makeup-kit for emergency makeup required often in conditions like these, I tied my hairs in a high ponytail and rushed downstairs to meet my mom.She looked so innocent and heartwarming, sitting on the sofa and waiting for me impatiently. I smiled g
Emily's POV:I looked at her, my face forming a surprised expression at her sudden, very unexpected question. "Yes Mom. I am! How many times will you confirm it-""But it's the first time I asked you this question though."I sighed loudly, placing the cutlet piece back on the plate. "Mom. Look at me and tell me! Do you really think I am not happy with this marriage!?""Emily, I am your mother and I know very well when my daughter is hurting.""Mom, it's a futile argument. Really!And you know already how much I love Edward and how much this marriage means to me!?""Right? Isn't it the problem, Emily? That this marriage means so much to you when it isn't the same for Edward?"I placed my hands on her shoulders. "Trust me Mom. He's very much happy with this marriage and he's the one who proposed me-""What'