Let's get married

Nicholas was in his study, getting some work done when he heard that Catherine was at the hospital from Liam. Being told such a news, his heart felt like it was being squeezed tightly.

He immediately put everything he was doing aside and drove to the hospital she was admitted in. He was overwhelmed by anxiety and guilt. He was scared at something bad had happened to her.

Even though the test result of the drug wasn't that serious, he couldn't drive away the images of her pale and sick face from when he saw her the day before.

The thought of their argument filled him with deep regrets and sorrow. All through the ride down to the hospital, he was restless and eager to see Catherine.

He got to the hospital in no time and parked his acr at the parking lot. He got down from it immediately and rushed into the hospital's building. He was about to head to the receptionist and ask about Catherine's ward when he sighted her sitting alone in the lobby.

"What's she doing here?" He asked himself as he walked towards where she was.

As he got closer, he could vaguely see the state she was in. She had her head bowed and shivered severely like she was cold. He could hear whimpers but wasn't sure if they were coming from her.

"Catherine.." He called as he crouched in front of her.

Catherine raised her head up in surprise when she heard that familiar voice. Nicholas could finally see her face. Her eyes were red and swollen, with tears staining her beautiful face.

Nicholas felt her mix of emotions when he saw her in that state; regret, guilt, and sadness. He patted her head lovingly and spoke gently in order to comfort her.

Catherine on the other hand was really surprised and relieved he had come to see her. She thought he was still mad at her and wouldn't really care if something bad had happened to her. She thought he might never come back to her.

Filled with joy, she threw her hands around him and engulfed him in a very tight hug. Nicholas was shocked at first at the act. That was the first time that she was doing something intimate with him in public.

Catherine didn't mind the people in the lobby at that moment. She wasn't married to Andrew anymore so no scandal could affect her. After a few seconds, Nicholas finally relaxed and hugged her back.

After their brief intimate moment, they both broke off the hug and Nicholas sat beside Catherine on the bench.

"Why are you outside and not receiving treatment?" He asked curiously.

"It doesn't matter anymore." Catherine replied in a curt manner. She still felt really disappointed and hurt about her father's decision.

"What do you mean by that. It's your health you're talking about. You need to get yourself treated so as to avoid any complications later. Let's go back in." Nicholas said and tried to take her back to her ward but she wouldn't budge.

"Like I said, it doesn't matter anymore." She said, in slight annoyance.

Nicholas sighed tiredly and resumed his sitting spot next to her when he realised h couldn't get her to do what he wanted.

"What happened?" He asked in concern.

Hearing him ask her that question, Catherine couldn't control her emotions anymore. She sniffed and covered her face sadly.

"Come on.. talk to me." Nicholas urged as he removed her hands that were covering her face only to see her face was stained with a fresh set of tears.

He felt bad for asking her to talk to him as it seemed like it made her remember whatever had hurt her; but he needed a conversation with her to better understand the situation.

"Is it that bad??" He asked and she nodded slowly.

"He doesn't love me anymore." She muttered as more tears streamed down her face.

Thinking that Catherine was talking about Andrew, Nicholas felt his heart tightened as hurt surged through his body. He slowly withdrew his hand from her and bowed his head sadly but Catherine didn't seem to notice that.

"I can't believe he would support Amara over me." She muttered as she whimpered.

Nicholas sat still at his spot, not knowing how to comfort her. He was hurt and angry at the same time. After everything that they've been through, she still had a soft spot for Andrew.

"What about us?? Did she ever love me??" Those questions were what filled Nicholas head as he heard her rant more and more.

The pain was unbearable for him but be couldn't say those words out loud because she was also in a very vulnerable state. Even though he was really mad, he still didn't want to hurt her feelings.

"So you've forgiven him for everything that he has done to you?" Nicholas didn't know when those words escaped his mouth.

"What else would you have me do? After everything that happens, he's still my father and he still cares for me most of the time."

Nicholas was really shocked when he heard those words. It was as if a bucket of water had been poured in his eyes.

"Did she just say her father?? She was actually taking about her father!!" He thought to himself as he turned to stare at her in shock.

She had been talking about her father while he thinks she's still sad about her marriage with Andrew. He sighed and slapped his hands around his face in embarrassment. He felt really stupid for thinking like that and at the same time, he was happy.

He lifted his hand and wrapped it around her shoulders, while patting her with his other hand as a way of comforting her.

"You should try to understand him though, Amara is his wife so this is a huge shock to him." Nicholas said to her.

"What about me, I'm his daughter!! Why can't he think about my wellbeing first??" Catherine asked angrily.

"Amara's still family to him and from the looks of it, he really loves her." Nicholas said making Catherine go mute immediately.

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I thought about what Nicholas had just said and I couldn't help but agree with him. My father adores Amara a lot because of her striking resemblance to my late mother.

Even though he doesn't try to show it too much, I could still see it. He looks at her almost the same way he stares at my mother's pictures.

"But still, that isn't enough reason for him to neglect me." I complained.

"Neglect you?? I thought he stripped Amara off her post in the company and plans to send her away for sometime."

"She will still be back and try to find her way back into the company." I answered.

"Then you should take this chance and secure your post at the company. She was only able to overthrow you before because you left then. I doubt it would be the same again." He said.

He was right!! I had to do everything in my power so if she eventually comes back, there would be nothing for her in Dyson's corp. Now that she's being sent far away, I need to uproot her fast growing weeds in the company.

"Thank you so much Nicholas!!" I muttered happily at the great idea.

"You don't need to thank me. Like I said, I would help you with every fight that comes your way, if only you would count on me." He said, referring to the secreting I kept from him.

"I'm so sorry for what I did. From now on, I promise not to hide any of my plans from you ever again." I swore, making him smile happily.

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Nicholas was deeply touched by her words and couldn't help but smile, seeing her inner strength and charm. He realized there and then that Catherine was an indispensable part of his life and that he was willing to do anything for her.

He vowed that before leaving the city, he would help her take care of Anadrew and Amara once and for all. Looking at Catherine, Nicholas felt a deep attraction.

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Alright, this is it. This is finally the moment. I just couldn't hold back myself anymore. I and Andrew were finally over so I needed to head towards the next chapter of my life.

I took a deep breath and, with newfound courage; "Let's get married." I proposed.