Fated By A Mistaken Night

6. Break up

Fiona's POV

I know I am going to hurt Ryan by breaking up with him. But I know it is the right thing to do, as I don't deserve him anymore. I started packing my things so that I could go back to my hometown after settling things with Ryan. I know if I stay here any longer, I will go crazy by the guilt.

When I was getting ready my phone started buzzing. It was Gabby. I took a deep breath and attended to the call.

"Hey Ms Grumpy...why don't you replied to my texts or even call me... Oh, you must be busy celebrating your anniversary right... You too are so adorable...even you both thought the same way to surprise each other.."

I could not take it any longer,

"Gabby, what is the matter...??"

"Fio... Are you alright..." she asked with concern.

Yes, my sister is the best person to read through me. she can catch my mood easily. And most importantly, she is the only person with whom I never got angry. My sister is the sweetest person in the world.

I cleared my throat,

"It's nothing Gabby, I am feeling a bit sick. A small headache that's all...Why did you call, I am sorry I could not call you back when I saw your message..."

"It's ok little one... You are living far away from us, so you should take care of yourself first...your health is important than any celebration.."

"Okay, it is just a cold...don't worry... "

"Hey, I called you to tell an important news.. that yesterday at the gala, Dad introduced me to a family...They showed me their grandson's photo as they wanted to know I liked it or not... Fio, this is the first time I felt interested in the alliance thing. He was handsome yet so mysterious..."

The word 'mysterious' made Fio bring back the man of the night.

"Looking matured yet so attractive... I was impressed, and the family liked me as well... They may come to see me soon."

I was thinking about making an excuse to go back home today, and I found the perfect reason.

"Oh, that's great... I know you will only marry the person which Dad prefers for you... I wanted you to experience love, if it did not work out you can take Dad's choice... Hm...Anyways, I am happy for you Gabby.."

"Thank you... I have his photo on my phone and I need your opinion..."

"Does my opinion matters...as I can see you already fell for him.." I teased her. Though I am in heartbreak, I wanted to make Gabby happy...

"Of course it matters... if you say a strict No, I will reject him..." she said with determination...

"i***t I was just teasing on you...Anyways there is no need to send photos, I am coming there by evening flight. There is a study break before the final exam... and I don't want to miss your mister perfect..."

"That's amazing... tell me how you celebrated your anniversary..."

A lump formed in my throat after gearing her mentioning it again.

"I will tell you in real okay... I am a little busy now...so see you..."

After cutting the call I sighed deeply. Maybe after reaching home, I will tell her about the breakup, but I will not disclose the secret to anyone. Some secrets are meant to keep with us onto the grave...

After packing things I took a shower. There were no more tears... As I have made up my mind, I need to be strong... But how am I going to reason him with the breakup thing...??

It was almost time, and Cathy was ready to drop me there. On the way to the park, we both did not utter a single word. I could see that she was sad for me...

When I stepped down from the car she stopped me.

"Fio, I know you have made up your mind...but I truly suggest you try sharing it with him... Don't care about his response. Leave it up to him...let him decide..."

"No Cathy... I never wanted to be the charity case...Even if he accepts me after all these, I will still feel complicated in our relationship as I can't get over the night. So it is going to be fine..."

She hugged me right and patted me on my shoulders.

"I know you are strong... Girl, I will wait here okay... "

I nodded at her and went to the spot. As predicted Ryan was waiting for me. He looked more handsome in the designer tailor-made dress. I could see that he had flowers with him and when his eyes caught me he stood up and walk towards me with a charming smile and hugged me. When he hugged me I was so guilty that I felt to cry. But I kept my emotions online.

"Happy Anniversary Love... I missed you so much." He kissed my forehead. Even though I wanted to push him away out of guilt, but my heart wanted to cherish the last beautiful moments with him a little longer. As he noticed my lack of enthusiasm, he made me sit near to him and asked,

"Fio...what happened...why are you looking so dull, as if there is no happiness in you.."

I did not know where to start. I swallowed hard and closed my eyes for a second and said,

"Ryan, let's break up..."

The hand around me felt loosened for a second but then he surprised with me a tight hug.

"Hey Icy queen, are you trying to prank me...?? in your dreams... you know that I will never allow you to go away from me..."

I stood up as I know if I stay in his embrace any longer, I may change my mind and be a coward to live in guilt.

"No Ryan, I am being serious... Let's break up..."

But this time, I saw his smile washed off from his face into disbelief.

"But why...?? Are you mad at me that I spoiled your surprise for the outer anniversary...?? I already told you the matter... And if you are not satisfied, you can punish me the way you want except this..."

"It is not that... I feel like this will not work out... My life is in Melbourne and yours in San Fran's... I don't want to muddle things up. And I don't feel like this is forever..."

He caught me by my shoulders and started staring at my eyes as if to read if I am saying the truth. I kept my face devoid of emotions... It's better if he hates me for this so that it will be helpful for him to move on faster.

"Fio, you don't need to think that far...if you want to live your life in Melbourne, it's fine... My home is wherever you are... or if you don't mind staying here, we can often visit your parents... what I am saying is, the reason you just said is not valid anymore... I know something has disturbed your mind, I wanted to know what is it...??"

He was not going to leave me that easily I know. Maybe I needed to be ruder to him.

"Are you that deaf... I told you that I don't see any future for our relationship... Our characters are the same.. But you are sweet and patient with me just for now, I know it will not be forever... And more than that, My sister is going to get married soon. And the Next turn is mine. "

"Fio, your family loves me. I am sure they won't mind about me marrying you... And if they wanted us to get married soon that is also fine. You know after the exams, I will take over my company. After that, if you want I can come to your house with my family for asking your hand in marriage.."

Oh God, I hardly controlled my tears... He is willing to do anything to keep me with him.

"Ryan, Why can't you get it... I had feelings for you that are true... It somehow vanished, I don't feel anything toward you other than friendship, I even came yesterday to personally tell you this. My sister didn't know about this. So please, don't put me under pressure... I am going back to Melbourne soon. I will only come to attend the exams. After that, we may not see each other..."

Before I complete the sentence he hugged me tightly and kissed me. Oh God, I was melting under the feeling he was giving me through the kiss. He was showering me with all the love he had for me, but I know I have to keep my decision. I struggled under him, but he never loosened up. Only when we were out of breath, he moved away a bit and kept his forehead on mine. He was looking at me with such a pain in his eyes that I could not keep the straight face anymore. I could not help as the emotions were out of control. My eyes got moist by his gesture.

"Fio, I know you love me.. I love you too... more than anything in this world... Even though I often call you as Icy queen I know deep down there is a soft compassionate Fio, who cares and loves for her beloved ones.. I have seen it... Don't push me away Fio... Please, tell me what happened...whatever it is, I am sure we can make things clear if we work on it together..." he insisted stubbornly as if he can never give up on us.

Mentioning of it, I can to my senses and pushed him off me.

I know he never pleads with anyone, but when it es to me he makes exceptions over exceptions.

"Everything can't be solved Ryan... some things are unsolvable... So, here it is... I am officially breaking up with you Ryan Pierce. Hope you won't bother me again... Have a good life...Bye..."

Without turning back I walked hurriedly towards the car.. Those tears which I thought to be dried, had come back right the moment when I turned my back at him. I cleared my eyes and went to the car. Cathy need no explanation as my face confirmed it. She drove me to the airport and bid goodbye to me.