Love At First Sight

Thorns Between Us

Douglas experiences a sense of happiness because he has found the woman he loves, though this joy is tempered by feelings of sadness. Catherine does not immediately accept him, and he wishes to momentarily escape his troubles. Therefore, he reached out to Paul, requesting his company for an outing to the bar. "Paul, are you off duty today? " Would you be able to join me at the bar? " Douglas inquired. Paul responds, "Yes, Douglas, I am available today. " Is something troubling you? Douglas replied, "No, Paul, I simply want to unwind". " I will await your arrival. " I am currently in the parking lot. " Upon Paul's arrival, they went together. Douglas asked the waiter to serve them a drink. Unbeknownst to Douglas, Paul had previously sent a text message to Dianna inviting her to join them, as he wished for his friends to be together, particularly since both he and Douglas were single. Dianna would arrive later. " Hello, everyone. Can I join your table? "Dianna, you're here; come on, please take a seat," Paul said. Douglas made a drink for Dianna. "Hello, Dianna. " How are you today?" Paul inquired. She responded, "I am doing well. " At the moment, I am managing my parents' business since my mother has fallen ill and needs to take a break. " Paul then asked, "What seems to be the issue with your mother? " Perhaps my friend could assist. " Douglas, you are well-known and highly regarded as a doctor here in Mexico. " Douglas chuckled at Paul’s remark and said, "Do not take him too seriously, Dianna; he is simply saying that because he is my friend. I am willing to help in any way I can. All you need to do is take her to the hospital. Thank you, Douglas," said Dianna, smiling. The longer their conversation goes on, the more delicious they are. Later, Paul said goodbye. " I'm sorry, my wife has to go somewhere first," he said. I will pick up our children. Leave you first. Dianna spoke immediately. Paul, it's okay; Douglas and I are here. First, I'm not in a hurry to go home. Douglas just nodded. He wanted to go with Paul, but he couldn't because Dianna was ahead of him. " It's embarrassing if I reject him,"he said in his mind. They were about to run out of drinks, so Dianna ordered again; she wanted to make the most of the opportunity to be with the man she admired. He also spoke to the waiter to request a song. Douglas, you must be drunk. Let's dance. Douglas was surprised by the woman's offer, but he didn't reject it, especially since he's a man, Dianna. Maybe someone will be angry with me? Douglas, I’m single, and I don't have a boyfriend; who would be angry? Dianna replied with a smile. Come on Douglas, Dianna took his hand and put it on his waist. You're so beautiful, I’m just wondering why you're still single, Dianna. I'm not lying, Douglas. I don't know that many men flirt with me, but I really don't like any of them. How about you, Douglas? Do you have a girlfriend? So far, nothing, but I have fallen in love with someone. I'm just not sure if he likes me. Dianna felt a surge of happiness when she thought Douglas was speaking about her. After the music finished, they took a seat. Meanwhile, Catherine comes to the realization that she loves Douglas as well, but she knows she must return to her hometown to inform her family about her situation. She does not want to hide her pregnancy from them. She decides to call Douglas so that he will not be worried. Dianna noticed that Douglas' cell phone, which he had left on the table, rang. Since Douglas hadn't returned yet, she decided to pick up the call.

" Who is this? " Dianna inquired, as the number was unfamiliar. However, there was no response from the caller, so she indeed called. Catherine was speechless. "That man is a fraud," she thought. Feeling betrayed, she gathers her belongings and heads to their hometown. Dianna, I think we have to leave now. I have work tomorrow; I'll just pay our chit first before we go. Alright, thank you for the opportunity to get to know each other better, Douglas. They left the bar and went home. Douglas didn't drive Dianna because she also had her own car; they just parted ways in the parking area of ​​the bar. Meanwhile, Catherine returned home to Puebla, located in the central part of Mexico. Puebla was once a major trade route between Mexico City and Vira Cruz. His parents were surprised when he arrived. They were happy to meet her. Catherine, it's good that you came to visit us. We miss you so much. I miss you too, Mom and Dad. Where is my sister? She is still at school and hasn't come home yet. Take a first, Catherine. " I know you are tired from your trip. " Your father and I will cook your favorite dish, his mother said happily. Okay, Mom, I'll fix my things first. Some time passed, and the couple had already cooked. They prepared delicious food on the table, including Catherine's favorite fried fish.

" Catherine, our food is ready, let's eat," her mother said. Yes, Mom, I’m coming. When Catherine came out of her room she smelled something strange. She does not like the smell of that food. She suddenly felt nauseous, so he immediately ran inside the comfort room to vomit. His parents, especially his mother, wondered why their son Catherine had such a breach. They used to cook those foods. Why did our daughter become like this now? Catherine's father asked his mother. Mom, Dad, I'm sorry, please take the fried fish off the table. I don't want to smell it. I think you've changed your tastes, Catherine. Isn't that your favorite dish? Asked his mother. Yes, Mom, but I don't know why I don’t want the smell now. Her mother did nothing but remove the fried fish from the table and then started eating it. After they ate, Catherine invited her parents to the living room to have a deep conversation. Mom, Dad, I'm sorry, I made a mistake. I don't want to take a long time to tell you this; I’m pregnant, and Catherine's voice is beginning to cry. There was no speech for a while, but later her father spoke. There's nothing we can do; it's over, and no matter what we do, we can't bring back what it was before. But how will you continue your studies now that you are pregnant? Dad, I think I will have to stop for a year. I will continue after I give birth. Catherine's mother couldn't help but cry and hug her daughter tightly. Where is the Father of what you are carrying now? He should be responsible for what he did to you. Her father said. Dad, he's already married. His father just sighed when he heard what Catherine said to them. There's nothing we can do if that's the case. Don't worry, Catherine, your father and I are here to support you. Thanks, mom and dad. Don't worry, I will fulfill your dream of finishing my education after I give birth.