Eliza's POV
I peacefully entered my home. My home was far from school. How will i go to school tomorrow? My phone rang.
Claire.. Calling
[Are you home]
"Yeah"
[Okay. Don't forget to eat okay?]
"Okay " i said and hang up.
I made some food first. Then took a bath. I worked while eating. Then after 11 pm i started studying until i fell asleep in the chair.
When i woke up, I had a stiff neck. I couldn't move but i forced to. I even heard cracks when i stood up.I looked at the wall clock.Oh it's just 11 :00 am. Oh! No am i late then i can't go to school today. How did i overslept? Did my sleep came back to me? When did i fall asleep?I checked my phone and i heard a alot of notification beeps. What is it?
Message
From:Claire
Where are you?
From:Claire
Will you be late?
From: Claire
Want me to pick you up?
From:Claire
Why aren't at school yet?
From:Claire
Eliza, please reply. Are you okay?
From:Claire
Where are you?
And 25 missed calls.
I called him back.
[Eliza ]he called and sighed
[Why aren't you at school yet?]
"I... Overslept "
[Oh! God. I thought something bad happened ]he sounds so worried as hell.
"I am sorry. I couldn't reach you "
[It's okay. Did you eat?]
"No, i am going to cook"
[Okay. Your bike is at your doorstep ]
"Huh?"
I opened my door and saw my bike. I was relieved seeing it. I ran towards my bike..
"How much does it cost?"
[Leave it]
"Tell me"
[Leave it. It doesn't matter ]
"I am sending you money"
[No.]
"Then tell me how much?"
[Treat me later, that's not a big deal. This Victor is so annoying. Why is he asking about you all the time? What is it up to him? Why is he worried?]
"Ask him"
[Huh? ]
I hang the call. I don't want to waste today. So i planned it first. Then took a bath.
The thrill of home remodeling! I reached out to a company, and before I knew it, they were swooping in with their expertise. We chatted like old friends, discussing every nook and cranny of my humble abode. I shared photos, and they promised to conjure up some magic.
But then, the designs arrived, and... meh. Nothing sparked joy. It was like trying on clothes that didn't quite fit – they were fine, but not "the one." I thanked them for their efforts, but a spark within me whispered, "You can do better!"
And so, I embarked on a design adventure! Armed with imagination and determination, I dove headfirst into the world of interior design. Walls were rearranged, furniture was reimagined, and colors danced across my canvas. My home was about to get a makeover, and I was the maestro conducting the transformation!
As the designs took shape, excitement grew. This was more than just remodeling – it was a reflection of my personality, my style, and my dreams. The question was: would it turn out to be a masterpiece or a work of art in progress? Only time (and a little bit of creativity) would tell!
I send them what i made. I prefer colours like white, black, dark green, dark blue, gold, grey and dark colours. It was simple and peaceful...
They said they can do all the work just in 9 days. Where will i live now? I didn't got around to the matter. I decided to rent a flat. I can work for 3 days. So more money. We fixed a budget that i can easily make. I booked a room for rent for 10 days and prepaid. I worked for 5 hours. School would probably have ended now.I ate something.
The home remodeling company - Happy homes
Send a email.
Ms. Eliza Rose Reynolds
We accept your project. We will be working from tomorrow. The fixed budget is 200000/-. You can pay at anytime before we complete our work.
Thankyou for contacting us.
I replied them and started to pack my essentials.My doorbell rang. Who else? Claire. I opened door and said "come in"."What were you doing?" He asked and sat on his favorite chair.He always sit on my task chair. I even bought another one for me. He won't let me sit on his favorite one when he come in. "I am moving to a hotel room for some days." I said and continued packing. "What? Why?"he asked."Renovation will be on progress" i said and he nodded. "Claire " i turned around as i called him. He looked at me "Who were them yesterday?" I asked. His expression changed instantly. "Don't you remember them?" He asked. I shook my head. "They are the who kidnapped you" he said. I felt a sting pain in my heart when i heard that. My heart started to ache and i couldn't breath. The images from that day kept playing in my face. I felt numb. "Eliza " he called he said something but his voice was faded. I quickly grabbed my chair for not to fall as i was standing. What's happening? Blood.. In my hands, my head. I was lying in a dark room.Why is it aching? I can hear someone shouting.Another visual came. I saw Lily lying on the ground with blood covered.
I felt some repeated pats in my face. I opened my eyes. Where is it now? A place with light.Now i am sitting on the floor. Someone was holding me closer to him. Who is it? Is he gonna harm me? No i don't want it anymore.I can't bear anymore pain. Please. "Eliza "..."Eliza " "Eliza." He was shouting my name. I was struggling he is not letting me go. He is hugging me.Why don't i have any strength to fight back? I was crying. I can only do this.
He splashed water in my face.
I blinked a few times and was crying.Claire. He was holding me tightly in his arms. He wiped my tears "Please don't cry" he sounds begging. I couldn't stop myself. This is the first i burst out crying infront of anyone. He hugged me tightly then kissed my forehead. Somehow it comforted me. I rested my head in his chest deliberately. And he brushed my hair. "Eliza breath " he said. But i couldn't eventhough i cried hard. "Please relax." He took a glass of water by stretching his hands to the table. Then he laid me in his arms and held closer. I gulped small sips of water. In each sip my mouth refused and my throat started to ache. He bit his lower lips hard trying to control the sobs escaping his lips.I couldn't move or sleep. I signalled with my hands that the water is enough. He put it aside. He scooped me in his arms. I couldn't even shake my head. Then he laid me on the bed. He pluged the pedestral fan and turned it on.I was sweating profusely. I can only look at him with teary eyes. I can't even measure his tension. He is so worried. Am i worth it Claire? He sat beside me then kissed my forehead again. It was so relaxing. "I am not gonna let you alone anywhere. I will be at your next door at the hotel. Please don't refuse me." He was crying. Tears streamed down my face. Watching him hurt, hurts me too. Is that the promises he made? How can i make such a pure person suffer? How cruel am i? I am doubting his love. I need to tell him why i am refusing everything. He worth an explanation, an apology and what he asks for. I don't care if he leave me at the end. I don't care if he cheat on me. I don't care if he hurt me. I don't care if he fool me. I deserve it.I don't deserve him. Even if i die by him or for him, i can't watch him cry anymore. This is the harm i am giving myself.Thinking all this, i didn't notice i was crying. My fears are real reason. He wiped my tears. "Eliza, don't cry" his voice was dominated by sobs. I cried even more. He held my hand. I forced myself to sat up on the bed. Seeing me struggle he even helped me. He held my shoulder for support and held me closer. I blankly looked at him.He even adjusted his position for comfort. My body felt lifeless.
I wrapped my arms around him, curling my hands tightly around his waist, I felt a sense of security and comfort wash over me. My head rested on his chest, and the steady beat of his heart was like a lullaby, soothing my worries away. The warmth of his body seeped into mine, and I felt our connection grow stronger with each passing moment. We sat there in bed, surrounded by the soft glow of the room, our bodies fitting together like two pieces of a puzzle. In this quiet, intimate moment, time stood still, and all that mattered was the gentle rhythm of our breathing and the love we shared.
He was shocked a bit but he hugged me back tightly.We sat like that atleast for a half an hour. Still tightened the hug evenmore and clinging into each other. Is it wrong? Isn't this inappropriate? I don't care about it now? How bad am i? My body didn't even ache in this posture.
"Claire " i called him. Still resting my head in his chest. He kept brushing my hair. "Hmm?" He asked. "Wanna know about me? Wanna know how i am like this? Wanna know why i keep refusing you?" I asked one after another. "Rest now" he said lifelessly."No, you need to know" i insisted. "Let's talk about it when you're okay" he said."Time won't wait for me. What if i can't tell you? What if i leave before telling you? " i said lifelessly. Overthinking for nothing. At that instant his heartbeat increased, his hug tightened evenmore. I can feel his tremble. I looked at him. Then after a moment i gently kissed him. His lips parted after that kiss i still need support to sit so i was still laying on his arms. He touched his lips, a soft smile twitched on his lips. He looked right in my eyes. His heartbeat increased evenmore. Without warning even the rain poured. He was still realizing something. "Eliza " he whispered my name. Then it followed a deep kiss. That melts my heart.
The moment our lips touched, a spark of electricity ran through my body. I felt a rush of emotions - excitement, nervousness, and affection followed by fear. His gentle touch sent shivers down my spine, and i melted into his arms. Time stood still as we savored the tender moment, our hearts beating in sync. The world around them faded away, leaving only the warmth of our love.He held my face. I clutched his shirt. Tears streamed down my face. We pulled from the kiss and i forced a smile even if i am scared to be in a relationship. He need to know my reason. If he is okay with that, then i am ready to be hurt at any moment. A damage can be expected. He wiped my tears. His happiness is scaring me now. He is smiling all along. I wanna tell him everything . I looked at him and held his face with my one hand. He held it with his hand and then kissed my forehead and shouted "I love you, Eliza " then he kissed my cheeks. He kept kissing every inches of my face. Then pulled me to a hug. He is crying with happiness right now. I smiled, resting my head on his shoulder.