บททั้งหมดของ Facade: บทที่ 11 - บทที่ 20

HumiliationDeceptionGriefThere were too many human emotions running inside me even to identify all of them.I tried not to dwell on this and concentrated on something else, but I couldn't. It was like these images and emotions were permanently stuck in my mind. All the emotions running through my mind made me feel like I would go insane. It felt like a curse.My eyes fell on the phone that sat on the nightstand near the bed. Before I knew it, my legs were carrying me towards the phone.I grabbed my phone and reached into the contact list before tapping the number. Just when I thought the call would go unanswered, the ringing of the phone finally stopped and the line was finally connected."Can you meet me now?"************The phone pinged from inside my skirt's pocket notifying me that my ride had already arrived. I was about to grab my purse but my eyes flickered at the ring on my finger.This ring has always made me feel miserable one way or the other, but nothing compared to t

"So, my wife... Are you ready to learn some lessons?" My breathing ragged and a rush of panic swelled within me at Xavier's remark.Lesson?What does he mean?Is he going to hit me?I took a step back, uncertain and unaware of Xavier's intentions even though he was standing at a good distance from me. "W-What do you-ou mean?"There was a moment of sinister silence that followed after my query before he replied back "You tell me, what do you think I am talking about?" His tone dropped and his eyes swirled with arousal."I-I don't know," I said as I took another step back, feeling both nervous and afraid under his scrutinizing gaze.Xavier arched his eyebrows at my action but didn't bother making any comment. I, on the other hand, couldn't understand what he meant. Actually, why is he here in the first place? Stillness followed us and not to forget an awkward stillness. I hate this kind of silence. It always heightens my nervousness and brings me discomfort.He crossed the room in a cou

Supporting the tray with my right hand. I lifted my left hand and tapped on the wooden door feebly and patiently waited for the door to open or any kind of indication for me to enter, but all I got was silence even after waiting for a minute or so.Lifting my hand, I knocked again, but this time with little force after coming to the conclusion they might not have heard it. But again met with the same result; pin-drop silence.Maybe I should enter inside. As soon as the thought entered my head, it vanished instantly at the thought of Xavier getting angry. A shiver ran through my spine at the image of an angry Xavier. He doesn't appreciate me anywhere around his room, let alone inside.A sudden sadness loomed over my being. Maybe they didn't want anyone to disturb them. Of course, it's normal that he wants to spend some time alone with his baby momma. After all, this is his first baby.The baby which I wasn't able to give him. I should be happy for him, for them, but I can't seem to. Am

I am currently planning lunch for May and Xavier since no one bothered to come downstairs for lunch. Ruth took mom's lunch to her room as I was sure I was the last person she wanted to see right now or ever. She is already upset and I want to trouble her further.Soniya is not at the house. So that left me and dad. The lunch was filled with awkward silence. Not a single word was exchanged between us. For once, I was actually grateful for that, even though I don't normally do well with awkward silence. I don't know what I would have said if dad wanted to have a conversation."Hope," I heard dad calling me out.He almost sounded nervous, maybe even afraid of my reaction. My eyes pinched in frustration. Everything was okay. Why did he have to start a conversation suddenly?"Yes dad", I made sure to keep my tone soft.I heard him clear his throat. "You're angry with me?" Was I?Honestly speaking, I didn't know if I was or not. I didn't know how to react or feel about the sudden informatio

A familiar voice boomed, halting our heated discussion and demanding everyone's attention. In a matter of seconds, the familiar voice had taken Sandra's undivided and unwanted attention from me to him. I knew who it was even without looking at the person.Something tells me a big drama was about to happen.Unwillingly, I followed Sandra's line of vision to find the familiar sight of dad standing as anticipated. The tension in the room intensified at the view of dad's giant frame and confused swirling green orbs."I asked you something? What is happening here?" His voice had my heartbeat accelerate as if I was caught doing something I shouldn't.Before anyone could utter anything, in walked Xavier. His steps halted right beside dad, sensing the tension in the room."I'm asking for the last time. Don't make me ask again," Only when a voice snapped out of my reviver was when I comprehended I was gawking at him.My head snaps back to dad. Judging by the wrinkle lines distorting his forehe