AIDEN'S POV:

Ahh! Diana has been getting quite comfortable with Melissa Swan and I'm absolutely uncomfortable with it. She asked Helena to call her on lunch today as well. I can see it in Helena's eyes as well, she's also not so comfortable with her. But because she had helped our company, Diana is doing everything out of courtesy. I bet if she had any idea about her deeds, she'd have not even done a single percent of whatever she's doing right now.

I had noticed it yesterday on the beach as well as on theatre, Helena and her interactions were kind of awkward, and why wouldn't it be? If I'd have been in her place, I don't know if I'd be able to stand her as well. But my wife is strong and I'm very proud of her. But I don't trust this Melissa, I'll have to keep an eye over her. I don't trust her and I'll make sure to keep her away from my wife as much as possible. And I'd be really thankful if she doesn't come for lunch as well.

MELISSA'S POV:

I was standing in front of mirror looking at myself. Look what have I turned into, with such bulged eyes, hair turned into a mess, skin covered with dried tears. No Melissa, this isn't what you've worked so hard to turn into. 'You need to be strong, you need to stand up and move ahead. Everything will be okay, everything will be surely okay.'

After convincing myself, I dragged myself to washroom. As the water drops hit my skin and passed down my body, I was losing it again. Those emotions that I was trying to lock up in my heart, my decision of acting as if nothing had happened were finding it's way to break down.

Today's shower was longer than usual but still I couldn't hide my swelling eyes. I thought of not going to the lunch first, but then I thought of Helena. She has at least started talking to me. After whatever I did, I had lost every hope to get back in terms with her. But now that I'm getting chance to improve my relationship with her, I really don't want to lose it. I... I have realised what I've lost all the time I struggled.

But... he'll also be there. What will I do? Will I be able to control myself when he comes in front of me? What if my heart wins over brain and I... I do something that I shouldn't be doing?

(She throws herself on the bed and pushes her head between pillows. After lots of twists and turns, she finally sits up on the bed.)

But until when? How long will I run from him? So what if I avoid to see him, he's been staying right here, in my heart. Maybe, maybe this stupid heart of mine will realize that I don't belong to him when I see him with her? (A lone teardrop falls from her eyes.)

Maybe this would be the last time I'll ever get to see him this close, I'll have to go back to California tonight. And I'm sure, my luck wouldn't be fortunate next time. (She took a deep breath while some more drops of tears escaped from her eyes.)

I walked to the wardrobe and packed everything in my luggage. As soon as I come back from lunch with them, I'll report to my manager and then will board for flight tonight. (A deep long sigh) I just hope, I'll be able to return back leaving away all the guilts, pain and sorrows here itself.

I got myself a cab that dropped me to the hotel they're staying in. With the bouquet that I had bought, I walked towards the elevator to reach to their floor. As the door opened at their floor, I walked towards the hall after calming my heart, or should I say after making myself believe that I've calmed down.

"Hey Melissa, nice to see you." Helena was the first one to greet me out followed by Mrs. Diana. Two of the men were talking with each other while three of us settled down for lunch.

"No more business now gentlemen, let's have food." Mr. Liam settled down next to Mrs. Diana while he settled down next to Helena. I sat next to Mrs. Diana facing Helena not wanting to make it awkward for myself. Every one started having food serving each other. Mrs. Diana and Helena helped me with serving, while he was lovingly serving food to Helena. And that million dollars smile on her face, my heart was craving to get same kind of love but I guess... That's what I deserve.

I withdrew my eyes from them and started having food. "Oh no, Liam Mr. George is calling us. He wanted to discuss something with us and we'll have to attend this one. Excuse us everyone." Mrs. Diana and Mr. Liam walked out excusing themselves. "Oh no, I forgot to bring the special dessert that I had ordered earlier. I'll get that from our room." After sometime, even Helena walked out to get dessert. Now it was only him and me left in the room and thinking about it was making my heart thump aloud.

I was looking around and at the end, my eyes would land up on him. And while looking around, I met with his eyes. I was scared of being caught, so in order to change the situation, I blurted out whatever came in my mind.

"Ah, the food is very tasty."

"Yeah it is. It is because of change in food."

"Umm.. Yeah right."

"Well changes are good, if the change is real and for good." I didn't understand what he wanted to say. So I looked up at him to get answers to my query.

"I won't beat around the bush, all I want to say is I hope you're changed from the one you were earlier and changed for real." My eyes widened and my heart was getting heavier. Does he.. Does he know about...

"Yes, you're thinking it right. Of course, I know everything about my wife. I know how you broke her heart and that is why I honestly don't trust you. I hope that's enough to let you know what I mean."

That was enough, I couldn't hold on anymore, those tears couldn't hold on anymore. "Hey, here I brought dessert." I immediately wiped my tears and stood up from my seat. "Helena, I'll have to take my leave now. There's an emergency in my work. Bye."

Without waiting for her to react, I left the hotel.

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So what do you think will Melissa do now? Will she take it as an insult and come for revenge? Tell me your guesses in the comments❤

_with maya, safuu❤