First Face Off
1095 Words
Margaret Pov...
Meeting him closer and touching his bare skin sent different emotions into my body, making me speechless and terrified. Meeting his cold, confused eyes too, shatters me, and I don't understand. I feel some thorn pricked in my heart was uprooted. This is the reason why I feel stuffy recently.
I chose to runaway at that moment, not to run away from him or whatever it is. I did not want to embarrass my family again. Embarrassing them again was the last thing I would do.
I stumbled and bumped into someone while running away. I also saw Vicky's surprised face to see me bumping with Stefano. She is a part of our family now and she knows who Stefano is in my life.
I feel suffocated staying inside the resort, choosing to leave for a while to breathe fresh air will put us all in good shape. This resort is famous and I don't want to be on the news again. I don't think I can stay here any longer. The inevitable meetings were bound to happen everywhere.
I found a tree to stand for a while contemplating those inevitable face off. I touched my chest trembling. Why do I feel suffocated, nervous and shaky like this? I didn't do anything to harm anyone! He must be the one who will feel the burn of discomfort. He cheated on me and left me! I shouted to the wind to express my annoyance and anger, but still I couldn't stop this feeling racking my heart.
I keep on shouting to calm my nerves. I didn't mind the people looking at me bewildered. Some also stop and ask me what is happening if I do need some help. I don't need help right now. I just need a little space to breathe and cool my mind.
After staying out for almost 3 hours, I picked up my brother's call. I don't want to worry them, especially my parents.
"Ethan." I immediately spoke in a calm tone. I don't want to alarm him.
"Margaret, where are you?" He asked, worried. If I'm not mistaken, he keeps on pacing back and forth outside the resort or maybe asking the personnel to look for me. He always does when he can't find me.
"I'm fine Ethan. I just need fresh air." I assured him.
"Are you really fine? Please Margaret, don't scare me like this!" He pleaded.
"I'm sorry! I'm coming, so please relax and stop worrying too much. I haven't killed anyone yet!" I smirked, adding the last sentence.
"Margaret, it is not even a good joke!" He said sternly.
"Okay. Okay."
"Where are you? I'm coming to get you." He asked again.
"Almost halfway Ethan. You don't have to come. I can manage to go back. I'm an adult now!" I pleaded.
"Okay! I'll wait for you in the lobby." He replied before cutting off his call. I know he was already pissed.
I sighed when entering the lobby. I saw my family at the corner waiting for me. Vicky is also busy consoling my worried brother. Look what you've done, Margaret. My conscience knocked me off again.
My brother immediately relaxed and loosened the tension in his face upon seeing me entering the lobby. We walk to our room quietly while mom and dad intertwine their hands on me. I didn't utter any words as I went with them. Vicky kept on looking at me, but I just gave her a fake smile.
Since the incident, my brother decided to have our meal in our room. Maybe Stefano is still in this resort. That's why his protective instinct is alerted. I'm not yet ready to face him either.
We watched TV and played the whole day. Ethan booked a tour outside the resort for tomorrow. I don't want to question him. All I know is, he is diverting my attention to something else.
I closed my eyes,feeling the beautiful vibes of the day. After an hour, we left to enjoy the day. My eyes were full looking at the beautiful scenery outside. Breathing the nice air and watching people interact with each other. I even spotted beautiful shops to stop by before returning to London. I want to buy something for my souvenir.
I'm happy and grateful to my brother for his efforts to consol me. After our sumptuous dinner, I ran towards my brother.
"Thank you Ethan. My whole day was full of beautiful memories with you guys. I appreciate all your effort. It's splendid!" I uttered jubilantly, holding his strong arm. Vicky, on the other hand, smiled triumphantly. Sometimes I feel like I'm coming between them. My brother stopped walking and looked into my eyes. He smiled, pinching my nose.
"Anything for you, my little sister. I am happy that you are happy. Your happiness matters, Maragret!" He implied, teary - eyed, before pulling me closer and kissing my forehead.
We were almost on our shuttle service to go back to the resort when an unexpected person interrupted my happiness.
"Stefano!" I stuttered, gripping my brother's arm tightly. He looked at me bewildered.
"Margaret!" He uttered deeply, sending shivers to my core. I'm speechless, unable to move, still staring at him.
"We need to talk!" He added with his heavy tone, implying something dangerous by looking directly into my eyes. His eyes are full of questions that I am not prepared for. I'm reluctant, still holding my brother's arm when he comes closer, pulling me forcibly to go with him. Vicky intervened by pulling Stefano while my brother held my hand.
"That's enough Stefano, please!" Vicky pleaded, pulling Stefano out of my sight, but Stefano insisted.
"No! I need to know why? I need answers that I've been waiting for a long time!" He insisted, gritting his teeth in anger while talking and clenching his fist. I stop struggling with my brother's grip too.
"What are you talking about? Answers! Damn with answers, you need to give me answers. Don't demand anything from me because you're not worthy of it! If there's someone who needed answers, it should be me!" I ranted, furious, pointing at him. He knitted his eyebrows, confused, staring at me unbelievably.
"What? You're unbelievable! Are you still the woman I fell in love with?" He replied, furious, glaring at me.
"Maybe not, since you choose to cheat on me!" I retorted, full of resentment.
"What!" He uttered in shock with bulging eyes and mouth agape whilst his shoulder dropped, not believing what he heard, looking into my eyes.
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