Cassie’s POV
After the fifth shot, I realized that I had had enough.
I was feeling too light and dizzy, and everything around me seemed funny. I don't know how long Hank, Phoebe and I were dancing and chattering until our legs gave away and begged us to take some rest. After taking some rest for a bit, Phoebe and Hank went back to the bar to join Enzo and Leo and I watched them order another round of drinks.
Their stamina knew no bounds, I thought. I would fade in comparison.
Resting my head against the table, I closed my eyes to catch some rest. It did make me feel good for a bit and the nauseous feeling that arose within my stomach when I took my last shot slowly disappeared. My body cooled
Enzo’s POVIt felt like my heart was in my throat. I couldn’t remember the last time I felt this scared. It was perhaps when Cassie was delivering our baby and I was halfway across the globe. But even that feeling wasn’t the same as what I was experiencing now. It was the first time a professional rival of mine was going after my personal life. Or rather, it was the first time a professional rival had access to my personal life. Up until now, it was just me that they could target. But now, they could involve my family. The family that I loved more than myself. The family that was my biggest weakness. I slammed on the brakes as soon as I spotted a throng of people on the sidewalk along with a police car. As soon as I got down, I spotted Cassie sitting on one of the benches. The sight of me made her spring onto her limbs and rush toward me instantly.I cupped her cheeks as soon as she reached me, “Are you okay?” “Yeah,” She said, but I could find streaks of remnant mascara cascadi
At dinner, things got rather comical. Sara and Mark refused to meet each other’s eyes the entire time until I addressed the elephant in the room. “If all I’m going to get is silence, I might as well have dined alone at home.” I said, “One of you needs to open up.” Mark was the first one to break the silence, “Cassie, what made you move into Enzo’s house when he first asked you?” “Um… I was already living with him before we… It was a weird situation for us.” I said, frowning at his question. Where was this coming from? “But I guess it was because he had a bigger space?” Mark glared at Sara then, giving her a ‘Look, I told you so look.’ But Sara was quick to retaliate. “But if the roles were reversed and you had asked Enzo to come live with you, do you think he would have turned down on the basis of his enormous pride?” I laughed, “No. Of course not.” I said, giving her an amused look. “Is that what’s happening between the both of you?” “No.” Said Mark. “Yes.” Said Sara. He the
After a week-long honeymoon in Switzerland, we were slowly falling back into our routine in New York. Enzo resumed work much too eagerly, citing various pending cases, whereas I took my time to ease into everything. The best part about my job was that I could do it at the comfort of my home without ever having to interact with anyone. I could decide the pace of it and as long as I delivered on time, nobody cared. That invariably gave me more time with Emmy and also with Sara and Mark.The new romance in the city was beginning to wear off as the both of them faced the reality of making things work. Things that once enchanted them about each other were beginning to become issues that needed more than conversations to solve. One such day, things got out of hand. Emmy and I stepped out in the evening to visit a park when I got a call from Sara, wailing. “Oh, stop crying, Sara. It’s such a silly issue.” I said, watching Emmy as she ran around in the park. “But he was so mean to me!”
For the days following that dinner, things got pretty busy. When we were not out in the city, exploring the various places in our itinerary, Enzo and I locked ourselves up in our room and made love like there was no tomorrow. It was crazy how much we craved each other even after being with each other for so long. “That was intense.” I muttered as I buried my face in his neck, lying atop him. We just finished a steamy session in our hotel room in Interlaken, and judging by our record since the past few days, I would not be moving any time soon. Enzo rubbed my back gently, making goosebumps erupt on my back. “I’m not done with you yet.” He said, kissing my shoulder, “I don’t want to catch the flight back tomorrow.” I smiled, nuzzling my nose against his cheek, “Do you want to stay back in Switzerland for ever?” “I’m utterly tempted too.” He said, “I don’t want to go back to the hustle of New York. I want to retire already and spend the rest of my life with you and Emmy in the moun
“God, I miss Emmy already.” I said as I glanced at the mountains. The restaurant we were currently seated at was magnificent. In fact, everything about this honeymoon was very well curated, taking us to the best of places and offering us luxurious stays everywhere. “Do you think I should call her?” I mumbled, looking at Enzo. He was busy reading the news on his phone when he replied, “Babe, you called her three hours ago.” I groaned, “You’re right, and she’s probably sleeping.” I said, “I feel guilty for leaving her all alone there.” “She’s not alone,” He said, looking up from his screen, “Besides, it’s our honeymoon. Nobody gets their kid to their honeymoon. I’m sure you’re not the first one in history to feel this way.” He was right. I was just so used to having her around all the time that despite the distance between us, my thoughts were filled by her. Just a few more days and I would see her again. “Excuse me, ma’am.” I heard the waiter say as he approached our table. He
As fate would have it, just as the ceremony concluded, the sky rumbled with thunder.By the time we could do anything, it started pouring without a warning. “This part of your surprise too?” I asked, gazing up into his eyes as everyone else hurried into the house. “I wish,” He sighed, “It’s a great touch in the end, isn’t it?” “Enzo! Cassie! Get inside!” Liza called from the house. All the guests have found a shade somewhere or the other and it was just both of us that needed to get back in. But I was in no hurry. “I agree,” I said, turning back toward Enzo. “Haters might call it a bad omen, but I won’t.” He threw his head back and laughed, “We’ve plenty of bad omens, darling. This seems like a blessing in disguise. After all, what part of our relationship was normal?” “True.” “You idiots!” Liza yelled again, “Do you want to catch a cold on your wedding night? Come back in here.” “I think you guys should join us.” I yelled back, hooking my arm around Enzo. “Are you nuts?” Sh
After exactly thirty minutes, Enzo’s car pulled up on the porch. I walked to the window once again, my heart pounding in my chest. Enzo was the first one to step out this time, tucking a velvet box inside his suit. Banging the car door shut, he rubbed his flustered face, barely casting a glance behind. Hank stepped out later, keeping his distance from his friend. “They got the ring.” I sighed out loudly. “Is it?” Liza came to stand behind me, “Yup, that’s the one. These idiots got something right at least.” “Let’s head out then!” grandma said, clapping her hands. “The sun’s out and bright, the weather’s fantastic and the rings are here. What’s the delay?” Nodding, I scooped up my gown in my hands and headed outside where both my father and grandfather were waiting for me. My dress was draped around my body from my chest to my legs, leaving my shoulder and arms completely bare. A simple veil hung over my hair, cascading behind my gown as I walked. I knew I looked great, but I was
“I came to get you, Cassie.” He sighed, giving my shoulders a gentle squeeze. My eyes looked at his hands on me, I instantly shuddered away. Taking a step back, I mumbled, “Excuse me?” “Don’t do this.” He said, “This is not right, Cassie. You cannot marry him.” “Are you seriously listening to yourself?” Kelly interjected, “What the hell, Calvin!” He fixed her with a glare, “You stay out of this, Kelly. This is none of your business.” “Well, my sister’s wedding is none of your business too.” Liza said, “So I suggest you get the hell out of here.” “No, I’m not going anywhere without Cassie.” He said, and reached for my hand, “Cassie, I’m sorry. For the billionth time, I made a mistake. But I want you back now. I want us back. Don’t marry him, Cassie. He’s going to be a mistake.” “The biggest mistake I ever made was falling in love with you.” I said, “What made you think you could just come here and take me back into your life? Move the hell on, Calvin. We’re over. I’m getting mar
“Enzo?” I said, rubbing sleep off my eyes. “What are you doing here?” “I came to see you.” He said, climbing onto the bed. “You left so abruptly this morning.” “I was taken away,” I said, yawning. And then, I frowned, “Wait, are you drunk?” “Yup.” He said, and sighed at my unimpressed look, “Please. It’s my bachelor’s party.” “I didn’t say anything.” I chuckled. Ray knocked on the door then, “Hurry up, Enzo.” “Give me a minute,” He said loudly before turning his head to look at me, “Listen, I probably won’t see you until tomorrow evening. I have tons of work and you’ll have to head to the tailor by yourself. Your wedding dress is ready but it might need some last minute alterations.” “Okay?” I said, blinking, “You came all the way here to tell me that?” “Yeah,” He mumbled and leaned down to place a kiss on my lips, “I missed you. I wanted to see.” I smiled, “You’ve seen me now.” “Yeah, it’s never enough.” He sighed, stealing another kiss from me, “Love you. Bye.” “Wait,” I