The Heart Wants What It Wants

CHAPTER 5: The Proposal

Matt’s p.o.v

This is it! Jenny's birthday is today. I told her I couldn't come because my flight had been canceled for such an important reason. She has patient with me, as she always was. She had no idea I had returned home two days before. I was completely preoccupied with getting ready for this day. I'm confident that this will be an unforgettable experience for her. I take a look on my phone and Andrew was calling.

"Hey bro, mission accomplished," I’m relieved when he said that,

"Thank you very much, sir. I owe you a lot." I responded.

"For the sake of my sister's happiness." He hang up the phone. The call was over.

He was a huge help to me right from the start Andrew was aware of my plan and helped me prepare for the surprise. I couldn't say anything about Jenny's family because they adored me. When I was down and feeling sorry for myself, she took my hands in hers. She comforted by cheering me up. She taught me that there is someone who understands and loves me when no one else does. So now I want to give her the love she deserves. I'm going to ask her to marry me. I took out my pocket ring and stared at it. I'm desperate for this girl and I'm willing to spend the rest of my life with her.

"Babe, I'm already at work. We'll have a small party later with Myla and her family. I'm hoping you'll be able to join us so I can introduce you to her. She was smitten with you haha. In any case, babe, stay safe.” A message pop up on my screen.

My heart skipped a beat when I saw Myla's name. I switched off my phone so Jenny would think I was at work. She has no idea that today will be marked by a party and a proposal. Her friends, relatives, and officemates are all invited. I was about to take a bath when the doorbell rang.

"Sir, food delivery," I almost forgot that I had placed an order for pizza. When I opened the door, the delivery boy handed it to me and a paper to sign.

"Only 565 pesos, sir," he said. I took my wallet from my pocket and handed him a thousand pesos.

"Keep the change," he thanked me. When he bent down to pick something up off the floor, I was taken aback.

"Sir, something fell." It is a photograph. An old photograph of me with Myla.

Myla's p.o.v

"Myla, you should be there. If you don't show up, I'll be very disappointed." Jenny on the other end of the line said.

"I'm sorry, Jen, but I need to see someone else. Okay, I'll make amends tomorrow." I replied.

She got off the phone. She's in a bad mood. I informed Jenny that I wouldn’t be able to attend her celebration after Andrew informed me his plans. I don’t want him to expect something from me.

According to the schedule, we should be at the restaurant by 7 o’clock onwards. Our officemates were aware, but pretended to be unconcerned. Jenny's expression indicates that she was upset. I simply consoled her after she informed me that his boyfriend's flight had been canceled. I go home right after we finish work so that I can prepare. I'm overjoyed for today, as well as for my best friend. I prepared my clothes and make-up. My phone abruptly beeped as I was removing my clothes and hurrying to take a bath. Andrew has left a message for me.

"I'll be there at 6:30 p.m. to pick you up. See you later Myla," Thinking about Andrew. He's intelligent, kind, and understanding, gentleman and a responsible person. Last night, I had a good time with him. I'm willing to give him a chance to get to know him better.

I finished off my look by applying red lipstick. When I see my reflection in front of the mirror.

“You can me more Myla,” I muttered,

I simply curled my hair and dressed in an above-the-knee red dress. Perfect! Simple yet gorgeous! I noticed Andrew waiting outside when I opened the window. He saw me, and waved his hand. I rush to take my sling bag and hang it on my shoulder. Andrew, here I come!

"You look stunning as always." He praise my appearance as I came out,

"You've got a lot of guts to say that because there's no one next to me." I responded a joke and he just laughed,

"Red dress suits your skin color,”

He open the door for me to enter the car. I wore this color because he asked me to. I look myself on the side mirror and notice that someone was over us.

"Does anyone know who's in the car behind us?" I had enquired.

"It's Matt calling. Jenny's fiancée"

Andrew started the engine. As we drive, I can't take my eyes off the car behind us. I'm a little worried. I shouldn’t feel this way.

Jenny told me a lot about her boyfriend, but she never show me a picture of him. My interest was piqued by his appearance.

After 15 minutes, we arrived at the aforementioned restaurant. Andrew assisted me in getting out. While Andrew and I were still walking at the entrance, I can't keep my eyes on him. I think I know who he is.

"Come this way, Myla." Andrew said,

I just followed his gazed. He was gone when I turned around. When Andrew opened the door, I saw that our officemates had already arrived. I'm sitting right next to Kate.

"Was he your boyfriend? He look good with his suit!" Kate said with a cheerful voice.

"Crazy! He's Jenny's younger brother!" I replied.

"If you wonder my opinion, I think he likes you."

“He's just a friend," I make it clear,

"the way he looks at you it was obvious"

"Jenny has arrived, everyone." The light dimmed,

"Are we in the right place, Mom?" Jenny asked in confusion,

"Of course!" Her mother responded. After a minute, the light switch on.

"Surprise! Jenny, happy birthday!" Confetti flies everywhere,

Jenny was surprised. She burst out crying and caressed her back

"Happy birthday, Jenny," I greeted as I wrapped my arms around her waist.

"You never fail to make me happy!" Officemates and her family greeted with warm hugged.

"I'm so grateful!" She exclaimed.

"How did you manage to do this? I mean, I had no idea this was going to happen." She’s in tears because of joy.

"Andrew planned this," I said quietly to her.

"I thanked you my brother!" She said as she hugged Andrew

"Wait! There's more to it than that." After a few seconds, the music begins to play.

"I never imagined myself to be this way. Every day, my feelings for you grow stronger. Now, my love, I'd like to tell you something. I want to spend the rest of my life with you." Suddenly, a man appears from behind and introduces himself as her boyfriend. He was approaching Jenny, holding a bouquet, Jenny was taken aback by who she encountered. She started crying and wiped her tears with her handkerchief.

"I'm not going to let you go from now on," I say, because this is the beginning of our relationship, my love. Finally, I can call you mine, and I am yours as well." Oh, I knew who he was! Tears begin to well up in my eyes. As he approached Jenny, the light spot on them.

"C-Christ?" My entire body was numbed. I'm afraid I'm going to collapse at any moment. He was kissing Jenny on her cheek as he handed her the bouquet. What the hell was going on? I'm at a loss for words to express how I feel. I still can't believe it's true. I kept staring at them as he clung round Jenny's waist. The way he looks at her, the way she smiles, tells me she's madly in love with her.

My man is madly in love with my best friend. My ex was my best friend's boyfriend. He starts delivering his message. The only thing I could hear is the beat of my heart. I’m jealous but I know I have no rights to feel this way because he’s not mine anymore.

"For the past five years, you've been there for me. You never abandon me, but rather pick me up when I'm down. Thanks a lot, babe." His words are like daggers on my chest, I know I’m the victim here.

"That’s why 5 years is enough for me. Enough for me to make a decision about my relationship with you in the future. Jenny, I have a question for you. Are you willing to marry me?" Scream and cheered filled the restaurant while here I am wishing to disappear. I should be happy for her too because she’s my best friend but there was an empty space. To not create a scene, I just walk away silently.

"Myla, where are you going?" I turned around when I see Andrew.

"What's the source of your tears?” He seemed genuinely concerned.

"Andrew, could you please take me home? I wish I could go home right now." I sighed, Myla, you will be fine soon.

"Just wait for me here. All I'm going to do is talk to them." I stay at the parking lot and wait for him to take me home.

"W-why her?! Of all the people in this world! Why you choose to marry her?!" I screamed. Memories with him were vividly flashed in my mind.

"How damned am I?!" I can’t cry anymore, there has no tears left. Footstep approaching and I try to calm down myself and turn to face who was he.

“C-christ?!”