The Fixed Marriage

Episode 4: Dylan Part 2

We did everything planned to do, we just finished the 10:00 mass and now we are preparing to have lunch here at parents-in-law’s house. “Why don’t you sleep here for tonight Cedrick? We’ve been lonely here since you’re not visiting often.” His mom is talking to him. I agree, he can sleep here and I can sleep in my house. I miss my room, my room in my parents’ house.

“Mom, we just saw celebrated your anniversary last time.” Cedrick reminding her mom.

“But you went home after, you didn’t even sleep here. I miss you.” His mom demanded

“Yup Ced you can sleep here, so I can go home tonight.” I added but his mom looks at me

“Darling, what I mean is, I want both of you to sleep here tonight.” Those words widened my eyes. I thought they want him to stay here alone.

“Just grant your mom’s favor she’s pestering me every night just to let both of you stay here even for a night.” Hid dad added. That instantly will make us say yes for sure.

“Fine. Just for tonight okay?” Cedrick gave in.

While having the lunch someone called my phone. Oh it’s Mr. Villanueva. I excuse myself and picked up the call then explained to Dylan that I’ll be a little late cause something came up.

“Mom, Dad I’m sorry. I have to leave first. I have an appointment by two this afternoon but don’t worry I’ll come back at dinner time.” I said to excuse myself and meet Dylan.

“Son, do you know this?” His dad asking him. Why does he have to know? It’s just an additional work.

“Yup. In fact, I’ll go with her.” His answered made me look at him. He just looked back at me and we both leave.

While walking to the car, I asked him. “Are you sure to come with me? You don’t have too. I know you’re busy.” Though I’m not sure if he has an appointment.

“None. Let’s go now. We’ll be back by seven.” He said starting the engine. Of course, we have to go home first for me to get change before meeting Mr. Villanueva

When we reached home. I’m still bothered by him coming along I know after this I’ll regret it if he really comes “Ced, if you have another thing to do. I can go by myself, really. Plus, Mr. Villanueva will come to fetch me.”

“Stop it Zara Hailey! If you think this just going to waste my time then don’t go at all. While you’re using my surname, stop acting as an unmarried woman! Act as one when you’re divorced! I’ll come with you, end of the discussion!” He said then get off the car.

That made me speechless. I get off and ran to my room. Tears fall down as I close my door. I was just thinking of him but in the end, I get to hear the word I don’t want to hear ever. Divorce? Really? Is he thinking of filing a divorce against me one day? Am I so hard to love? Why?! I wish I have plenty of time to think about it but in any moment, Mr. Villanueva can come and I don’t want to make him wait

I’m wearing an above the knee white mini dress with see-through puffed sleeves simply because this the first on my clothes rack. It’s okay, I look decent without mentioning these puffy eyes.

After that Linda called me through my door and informed me that Mr. Villanueva arrived. I went down right away. I saw him standing next to his Rimac C-two matte black car.

“I’m sorry Mr. Villanueva for moving the time a little late.” I said asking for an apology

“No worries, it’s me who bothered you in the first place.” He said then open his car’s door for me.

I was about to enter when someone from behind grab my hand. “Thank you for the kind gesture Mr. Villanueva, but I’ll drive for her today.” Cedrick.

Instead of using the one we used earlier he choose to drive his gold Bugatti Chiron. So, I thought after driving me to the venue, he’ll go somewhere else. I mean he will not use it without any occasion. The silence is deafening until we reach the venue after almost 30 minutes ride.

At the venue:

Mr. Villanueva arrived first then I get out of Cedrick’s car and he stayed inside. I didn’t wait for him to go I just look for my client instead.

“What do you think of the place?” Mr. Villanueva asked me.

As I walk around the place, I can say that this is a great place for a proposal. “This is a wonderful choice. Your cousin must be a sweet man.” I answered him honestly.

“I actually choose this place. It’s my gift for him, for them I mean.” He corrected me.

“Then, you must be sweeter than him” then I laugh lightly and smile at him.

“There you go, I see your smile again. It suits you better.” He said smiling back at me.

I like his personality in a short period of time his aura is consistent. It’s so light and he’s someone easy to get along with.

After that I said some possible plans to him, he’s so pleased to hear them as if he can really picture them out. When it’s about to get dark Cedrick appeared. “It’s quarter to six. We have to go Mr. Villanueva.” Oh, I thought he went somewhere.

“Let’s take dinner here before leaving their food are amazing.” Mr. Villanueva invited.

“Maybe next time, we promised to have dinner with my mom and dad.” He replied faster.

“So, maybe I’ll just give you the layout once I’m done Mr. Villanueva.” I said to lessen the tension and start the farewell.

“Call me Dylan.” Then he smiles at me.

“Okay. Thank you for your trust Dylan. I’ll give my best to this project. Drive safely. We’ll go now.” I said to bid goodbye and took our way to Cheng’s mansion.