Loving my Former Enemy

Chapter 18

Alina POV:

Honestly, what the hell has my life become? How was I supposed to face Tristan after all this?

I left and hoped for the outcome to be worth it, to be great….but instead, it was horrible.

This entire time I had been staying with a man who I couldn’t bear to see, living in oblivion those few weeks.

Even though my stay wasn’t long, it was long enough. It was dreading and boring, and I constantly lived in suspicion, wondering who the hell was he?

And I found out my answer. He was someone I didn’t want to face ever again….but I did, just through a mask.

I was devastated when I left that house. I was still coping with the fact that my doubts were true.

He had promised that he was a good person only wanting to help me and my baby….but if only I knew a man like him wasn’t possibly capable of anything good.

I let Louis in my life years ago, only to taint it and break me. When I left him after that humiliating and heartbreaking experience, I thought it was over.

I never wanted to see him again. I only wanted peace in my life. I only ever wanted the best, and I got the worst.

But then in the end, this was my life. Fate was hell-bent on giving me living hell. It was hell for me, every single moment of it.

I thought that I’d never have to deal with him again, but I was wrong. All actions have consequences, I knew that already….but I didn’t know my act of wanting better, would give me the worst.

I wanted to go back and change every single thing I’ve ever done wrong, I wanted to change my life so I wouldn’t get hurt constantly, over and over….but I couldn’t. All I could do is face the after effects of my decisions in life.

This was all me. I decided to leave and this is what my decision got me. And now that I’m coming back, I didn’t know what to do.

I knew Tristan was hurt beyond words after the betrayal I had done. How was I supposed to even look him in the eyes? How was I supposed to explain everything.

When would there ever be peace in my life? All I’ve gotten was the opposite of that. I’ve never actually felt that, except for when I had my father. And now that he was gone….I wasn’t sure that I was gonna get it.

I wanted a fresh start. I wanted to give my baby everything that it deserved, but now how was I gonna fulfill that after everything that has happened?

No doubt, I was anxious to go back to New York. I knew what awaited me back there, and that was what I was most afraid of. The truth.

I didn’t know how he was gonna handle everything, but I knew it wouldn’t be good. I didn’t know what would happen after he finds out, but I knew that it wasn’t gonna be sunshine and rainbows.

I sighed, leaning my head back on the seat of Arthur’s car and closing my eyes. This was really happening.

”Everything alright, Alina?” I heard him ask me.

Opening my eyes and looking over at him, I gave him a nod. “Yeah, just deep in thought.“ I replied.

He attempted to give me a smile, but I could see the hurt he was trying to hide. I was thankful and appreciative for him. He was compassionate and so nice to me…after everything.

If someone told me that this same man who is the reason me and Tristan encountered, I would end up being thankful for…I would’ve smacked them hard to bring them back to reality.

”Thank you, Arthur….for everything you’ve ever done for me. Who would’ve thought that the day would come when you’d be the one to help me?“ I laughed.

He laughed with me. “Yeah, I still remember how we argued the day of that silly gathering. You hated me then, but now you love me.”

I rolled my eyes. “I don’t love anyone…but you’re decent enough.” I said, even though I knew that it was somewhat a lie. I did love someone, I just didn’t know how to tell him that.

”So you don’t love Tristan….?” Arthur asked me.

My breath hitched. “Erm….I like him?” I responded, hesitantly.

He scoffed. “Sure, you do.”

I sighed and leaned back, looking out of the window. “So, once we touch down back in NY, what’s gonna happen.” I asked.

”Well, I’m sure you know whats gonna happen, but I’ll try to help you through this. Besides, ten days isn’t up yet. You won’t have to go back the moment we get there.” He reminded me.

”No, that’s not true. By the time we finally get there, it’ll be almost up. And even if it isn’t, Tristan will know about me being back.“ I reminded him.

”Well, what can I say? I mean….are you ready to face him?” He asked.

I shook my head. “I’m not sure if I’m ready to face anything.“ I replied.

Arthur placed his hand on my shoulder. “It’ll all be fine. You know he loves you more than anything. He won’t hurt you.”

“I know….but I’ve hurt him. To him, that’s betrayal….and the type of man he is, he doesn’t take betrayal kindly.”

”You’re right…..but you’re also wrong. To him, betrayal is the ultimate sin. He hates it with everything in him, though you’re an exception. Love is stronger than hate, and he loves you. He‘ll forgive you, Alina.”

”We don’t know that.” I replied, lowly.

”Yeah, but I know my cousin. I’ve known him since I was a toddler. He‘s had a rough life and grown up around the worst, but you give him peace. This hell that you’ve created, you can also bring back that peace to him.”

“I’m not saying it’s gonna be easy, but he will forgive you at some point. That man is incapable of hating you.” Arthur told me.

Tears gathered in my eyes, but I refused to cry. I’ve cried enough for one day. I needed to be strong, not only for me…but for this baby.

”And what do you think he’s going to say about my pregnancy. Honestly, how do you think he’s going to respond when I tell him?” I asked.

Arthur sighed. “Just know he‘d never hurt you….or hurt any creation of the two of you. That’s all I can say.”

I nodded, turning back my head to the passing trees. “I hope you’re right.” I whispered.

“So, how far have we gone? How long do we have left until my nightmares come rolling in?”

”We have been driving for some time now. I’d say we have about ten more hours now.” Arthur replied.

”Ten hours sounds dreadful. What am I gonna do in here for ten hours?“ I groaned.

“Of course we’re gonna take some breaks in between the drive….but you can sleep, eat, and listen to music in the meantime.” He said.

I rolled my eyes and groaned again. “I’ve eaten most of the food in the bag already. Any more, and I’ll be fat.”

Arthur hid a small smile. “If you say so….”

”Yeah, I do say so! I do not wanna be overweight. I have worked so hard to keep a fit body.”

”Well, let’s face the facts here…..you’re gonna gain weight along you’re pregnancy. Embrace it happily.” Arthur suggested.

”What? No. That’s an awful idea.” I complained, not really knowing why when I knew that I’d gain weight anyway.

”Sometimes I forget that you have increased hormones. You’re very bratty to be a good girl, you know.” Arthur said to me.

I hit his arm. ”Don’t try me, today. I am so not in the mood, you crazy ass.” I huffed and grabbed a pack of chocolate out of the bag.

“Don’t mind me.” He replied and shook his head.

I didn’t say another word for the rest of the time on the road. The only thing I did was eat, listen to music….and eventually, I ended up falling asleep.

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Arthur POV:

”Alina, we’re back.” I shook her shoulder, trying to wake her up out of her beauty sleep.

After a while, we had took a break and got separate rooms at a nearby hotel, and once morning came…we got back on the road.

Now, it had been over ten hours and she had slept for hours, not even bothering to wake up after I started driving again.

She groaned, opening up her eyes. “We’re back, where?” She asked in a groggy voice.

I rolled my eyes at her. “Where else?”

Her eyes immediately widened open. “We’re back, already?!”

I nodded, making her gasp out in fear. “But….I’m not ready to face….h-him.” She stammered.

”You won’t have to.” I said, checking my phone. “We have a day more before I have to bring you to him. I’ll make sure to hide you until then, and I’ll go talk to him.“ I told her.

After some minutes of contemplating what I said, she nodded. “Alright. You sure he won’t be able to find me?”

I nodded in assurance. “He won’t. You’ll be safe and sound, and I’ll keep him distracted from even trying to find you.” I said.

”O….okay.” She said back.

We had arrived at my secondary home. It had three bedrooms, and I would let Alina take the guest one.

Of course, being a member of the Turner family through blood, despite the fact that I didn’t hold the surname, I had guards too. Alina would be safe here.

Making sure she had eaten, I spent a few hours talking with her before she dismissed me.

Grabbing my phone, I called Tristan. He answered on the second ring. “Well, Well, Well…..if it isn’t my bastard of a cousin.” He said.

I rolled my eyes, wishing he could see it. “I’m not that much of a bastard.” I wonder why his tone was so harsh.

”Have you found her, yet?” Tristan asked me.

Gulping, I responded. “About that…I’m headed your way to have a discussion on the matter.”

After a few seconds of silence, I heard him say, “Alright. I need to have a word with you as well.”

I wonder what he wanted to talk to me about? “Okay, I’ll be there in ten.” I told him and he cut the call.

Making sure Alina was good, I went to go check up on her to find she had fallen asleep again. She must’ve been really sleepy after all that crying she had done.

Making sure the security was tight around my home and the guards were on duty, I left and drove to Tristan’s place.

But I wasn’t expecting what he was wanting to talk to me about….

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TO BE CONTINUED……

So, at first I had wanted for Alina and Tristan to meet in this chapter, but I didn’t want to have you wait long….so I gave you a quick chapter. But I promise, that they will meet again in the next.

The estimated time of the next update will be in a few days. I have found some free time, and got to write this quick chapter.

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LOVE YOU GUYS! STAY SAFE AND KEEP SMILING:)

(UNEDITED CHAPTER).