The choice to love

Queen

We arrived London at ten in the morning . Jacob had his car brought to the airport . It was a ferrari great! I must say I felt so poor riding on an expensive car . Jacob is one of those kids who are born so lucky but act so humble , very few occassions you would hear him brag about how rich his family is . Son to one of the wealthiest athletes in the world , Jacob had the finest things in life ,things you only hear of. His birthdays were at the peak of British extravagant party. His dad treated him like a king .

I was so exhausted from the flight that I dozed off midway .I was woken up by a pinch on my nose .

"Wakey wakey sleepy head"Jacob said . I stretched and notice we had arrived at the mansion . The mansion more like a palace screamed expensive , it was massive with carefully mowed lawn green grass that looked like green carpet, well trimmed trees around the drive way and the house that I couldn't finish admiring when Jacob bought me back to present.

"Come let's go in the chef has something for us , "he said. Did the chef know I was coming? He led me to one of the rooms to freshen up before we eat . The room looked like a suite of it's own a massive bed a couch , a smart clock a portrait of a football field . On the floor was a fluffy white carpet so soft like cotton . I looked outside the window the view was breathtaking . A pitch , a tennis court and a basketball court then the well mowed lawn I felt like I was in another planet .

There was a stable a few meters ,I longed to ride on a horse.

I looked at my schedule , my next departure will be at seven in the evening I have ample time to rest and catch up with Jacob before going back to work . I had a shower and changed into a blue dress it's kind of short and my cleavage is a bit too wide, I had this dress in my bag as a nightmare incase the flights are postponed due to the weather conditions . I didn't carry another dress besides my uniforms . I don't carry a lot of stuff since I don't stay for long in a foreign country I stay for a few hours then get ready for work .

I got a text from Jacob.

"Our meal is ready see you at the dining room "he said . I walked out of the room then noticed I have no idea where the dining room or even where I am but I do know am in the mansion.

I walked around opening each door but that didn't seem to help , I then opened one last door .I gasp at the sight . It's a massive room a kingsize bed , grey beddings ,and a spicy scent kiss my nostrils . The interior was dark themed of black and grey .The room felt so cozy and cool .

There are several portraits of him , at work ,I walked in just one step inside won't hurt the carpet, was grey and fluffy , an apple computer on a golden and white table. I was fascinated to the enormous wall painting of a man on a horse , shirtless ,fierce looking and very charming.

I heard a deep voice drawing nearer probably heading this way whoever that is he is going to catch me inside this room if I don't leave fast. I wouldn't want to be known as the snoopy guest ,that would grant me a terrible name ,I would never get an invite to anyone's home.

I walked out so fast and closed the door . I walked hurriedly not focused ahead but more invested in looking back if the voice had seen me and as a resultcollided with a hard solid body the impact was so strong I ended up tripping and fell on the snow white cold clean marble floor.

On looking up I realised I collided with someone not an object it wasn't just anyone it was Jacob's dad !His face was on my very exposed cleavage my legs were apart he was between my legs my dress's height was raised exposing my thighs a few inches from my crotch . Our eyes locked for a few minutes I blushed like a little teenager , he stood up and drew his hand out for me .

He aged like wine , hotter and more attractive . He had a masculine body, blue eyes like Jacob's and same chisel like jawbone , he didn't look like Jacob's dad he looked like he could be his twin brother only difference is he is more built than his son , he's an athlete so it makes sense.

I took his hand and stood up .I straightened my dress. Our eyes locked again , I was so coy .

" my apologies for the accident are you okay miss?" He asked .He had a deeper voice that supplemented his accent , A British gentleman , like a prince charming .

"I am ... uh ... I am okay sir ,thank you "I said stummering why am I so nervous like this I sound stupid than I look.

He narrowed his eyes .

" you look very familiar"he said then he widened his eyes .

"Queen Katara ,right "he said . I nodded, his eyes navigated my body then shifted back to my face .

" Its been years Queen , pleasant to meet you once again wonderful to have you here "He said I let out my hand to him he took me by surprise by kissing the palm of my hand so courtesously . His blue eyes gawked at me with something I couldn't point out but all I know is my body felt electric shockwaves .

All I could think of was him asking me to come for him stop it Queen! He's your bestfriend's dad.

"Join us for lunch " he said . He led me to the dining room , silly me looking for the dining room upstairs . I felt so anxious walking infront of him he opened the door and gestured me to go in first, his hand resting on my waist on my lower back I could feel it somehow I loved it.

Jacob was on his phone . He saw me and smiled.

"Finally we can eat I was starving "he said . I took a seat , Jacob's dad was on the phone talking about some sports stuff.

Jacob looked at me .

I looked at my reflection on the clear black and gold table and realised my face was so red , I didn't realize it .

The food smelled delicious an Italian cousine, some spagetti , spicy casserole and some meatballs all spicy just how I like it .

"So for how long have you been an airhostess?"Jacob asked.

"Three years "I replied .

" same airline?" Jacob's dad asked.

" yes , but different routes, I got promoted to business class that changed my routes a little "I said . I can't fathom the fact am finally on business class .I have been dreaming my entire life to be on business .For the high and mighty , atleast I had something to look forward to .

"And how is your mom doing any progress about her condition ?"Jacob asked despite the fact I told him my mom isn't doing okay maybe he forgot .

"Not at all, I am requested to give the go for Euthanasia .. am just not ready to do so . The doctor says she's suffering and she needs to be freed , I have hopes she will get well.I believe in miracles "I said .I can't do it but her time is thin she may not make it past this month . As hopeful as I am it reached a point I have to stop building castles in the air and accept to set my mom free.

"Am so sorry about that Queen am more than glad to help " Jacob's dad said .

"Thank you "I said forcing a smile , deep down I am crashing and tumbling down . She's all I have but the longer I take to make the decision the more she's suffering .

I see a call from the doctor . I recieve it, fear runs all over my body.

"Miss Katara, it's time . She's suffering so much "he said .I took a deep breath .

"I will be there ... I will do it "I said . Tears streamed down my cheeks . The call ended . I shut my eyes painfully then opened . Jacob and his dad looked at me with pity stares .

"Thank you for the meal it was delicous"I said forcing a smile.I have to be at the airport in an hour to get ready for my flight . I have to administer Ethanasia , I haven't cleared the pending hospital bills that amount to half a million dollars and now I have to plan a funeral am all alone in this it's a lot to handle alone .

"Do you have a minute"Jacob asked as he entered the room .

"Sure "I replied .

He sat down on the bed next to me . I placed my head on his chest and began to sob .

"It's okay ... let it all out "he said stroking my hair . I stopped sobbing and just stared at the floor as my head was still on his masculine chest .

" Do you think she will ever forgive me if I let them administer the euthanasia procedure?"I asked .

"She will Queen , letting her go will reduce the pain she's in .It will give her peace . She loves you , we all love you we are always going to be here for you no matter what . "He said .

"Thank you Jacob "I said . He's right if I let them do it she will finally rest in peace , I have seen her suffer a lot especially during chemotherapy she was in pain letting her go will be setting her free .

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I waved at them as I approached the departures exit , I felt better and strong . I arrived The United States at noon. I headed to the hospital and gave my signature before they administer euthanasia to my mom , she was able to speak to me .The last things she said was.

" No matter what, if its right for you then do it "she said . I held her hand as they administered the drugs into her system they would finally stop her heartbeat and give her a painless peaceful death, she would drift off to slumber , eternal painless slumber . I cried after the monitor went straight as I held her hand , feeling her drift away from life to going lifeless .The monitor confirming her departure . I had requested to be left alone with her , I wanted it to feel like I was at home, watching her sleep after having a long day at work .

Her body was cremated that very same day as per her wishes , and I headed to the lake near home to pour her ashes .

I still have pending hospital bills and a notice from my landlord to pay rent or move out to the streets . Whenever I am at work the airline gives its staff like we the cabin crew a hotel to crush into so I dont pay hotel costs .

I walked back home my mind is so stressed out and withdrawn from reality , that I don't notice am walking on the busy highway barefoot . I see bright lights approaching I pass out last thing I hear are screeching brakes .