A PREGNANCY BARGAIN - Chapter 22&23
~~ Fear~~
“Enough of the tears” Brittany said and Kaylan sniffled
“It’s a good thing he’s fine now” Kaylan smiled widely
“Aren’t you gonna asked me how those two became friends?” Brittany asked
“I was going to… Kaylan trailed off and Brittany laugh briefly
“They met while in highschool” Brittany said. ” Collins was quiet and gentle hence his classmates always bullied him. He couldn’t defend himself until Dean had to interfere”
“What did he do?” Kaylan asked curiously
“He beat them up” Brittany said in a whisper and Kaylan laughed
“After that, no one ever bullied him and he started following Dean everywhere he goes. He introduced Dean to his parents as his brother and that was how they became glued to each other”
“Who are Collins’s real parents?” Kaylan asked
“Mr and Mrs Henderson. His parents are business tycoons, always so busy with business trips that they hardly have time for their boy… Collins and Dean have been living with me since highschool after the death of my husband. Whenever his parents were around, he’ll never visit them unless Dean force him too” Brittany replied
” Oh” was the only thing Kaylan could say
“He’s a CEO too, he owns his own company” Brittany said
“Really? Then why isn’t he working in his company?” Kaylan asked
“Like I said, he’s too acquainted with Dean that he had his manager control his company and decided to become Dean’s P A.. that’s why even at Dean’s critical time, he didn’t stop showing Dean the brotherly affection he has for him” Brittany said and laugh
“Wow.. I really envy their friendship” Kaylan said with a smile and immediately Dean walked in
He met the two of them laughing and he wondered what they were talking about though they weren’t aware of his presence
“I’m begging you kaylan, pls help Dean forget about all those bad memories” Brittany said and Dean frown. He felt anger building up in him that moment
“I will do my best” Kaylan said feeling real sad for Dean
He walked to them and pulled her up. ” We should be on our way now” he said calmly. He was trying hard to hide his anger
That was what he h@??d most in the world– when people start talking about his past. He h@??d it to the core
“So soon?’ Brittany asked
“You should know why I’m leaving” he replied Coldly and Brittany sigh. She knew the reason for his anger so she couldn’t speak further.
She got confused when Dean didn’t do anything. He always got worked up and start breaking things up whenever anyone talked about his past. She was expecting him to react that way too but he didn’t
“Is it because of Kaylan” Brittany wondered with a glint of excitement in her eyes
“Thanks for the meal mom”Kaylan said and Brittany hugged her tightly
“I’ll be counting on you” She whispered to Kaylan and Kaylan nodded
“You don’t have to see us off”Dean spoke up
” Tch'” she scoff and Kaylan giggle
“I will see you again.. Kaylan said and walk out with Dean
“Drive safely” Brittany shouted after them as they left the house
“I will drive” Collins volunteered after seeing Dean’s expression. He couldn’t risk encountering an accident
Dean nodded and entered the car with Kaylan
Kaylan kept stealing glances at him through out the drive. She was suddenly feeling pity for him
I wondered how he survived it all this years. It must really be hard and yet he already spent so much on my family,,,,I hope he doesn’t see me as Tyler cause it seems I remind him of his terrible past” Kaylan sobbed silently
“Collins, can you speed up?” Kaylan spoke up
“Why?
“Just speed up.. pls” Kaylan said pleadingly and he nodded before speeding up
Dean didn’t utter a word through out. He was trying to fight his emotions, the hatred burning in his heart right now
He wanted to get mad at her but the other part of him wouldn’t allow it. He exhaled and looked out of the window
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They got home and kaylan quickly rush into the house.
“What’s wrong with her?” Collins asked
“You’re both close… maybe you should ask her yourself” Dean replied and Walk straight to his room
Minutes later, Dean heard a knock on his door.
“Collins” he grumbled. “But why would Collins knock before entering my room?” He wondered
“Come in” He said and the door opened revealing Kaylan who was holding a tray of food
“Can I come in?” She asked
“You’re in already”
” Oh, ” she laughed awkwardly before entering the room fully
Her eyes access the room and she smiled at its neatness.
“You didn’t eat anything during today’s dinner, so I made you something” she place the plate of noodles Infront of him
“I didn’t tell you I was hungry” he replied and immediately his stomach growled loudly as if to confirm he was lying
“You don’t have to hide it” she smile
“I will leave now. Make sure you eat it while it’s hot. You might get irritated if it gets cold.. she said
“And I’m sorry it’s just noodles, it’s late and I couldn’t think of anything else so I made use of what you had in the house” she rush her words. “Well,,, bon appetit” She added and held the door knob
“Kaylan” He calmly and she turned to him at once
“Yes?”
“Thank you” he said and she nodded before leaving
He looked at the noddles again and exhaled
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~~next morning~~
Dean left his room fully dressed for work and proceeded downstairs
“Good morning Dean” kaylan greeted
“Morning” he replied
“Hope you slept well?” She asked and he nodded
“I made some sandwiches… will you like to have a taste?” She asked and pull him to the kitchen before he could resist
“Taste it and tell me how it is” She said trying to put it in his mouth
“Don’t worry I will do that myself,,,,, I’m not a kid” he said and tried collecting it from her
“I wanted to feed you myself” she pouted cutely
“This is crazy.. okay fine” he said and took a bite from the sandwich she was holding
“How is it?” She asked excitingly
“It’s not bad” he replied
“Just that?” She asked and he nodded
“I thought you would have asked for a second bite” she said sadly.
“Good morning lovers” Collins greeted walking to them
“This must taste good”he exclaimed and ate from Kaylan’s hands
“Wow… The taste is divine” he Mõ@?ed with his eyes closed
“Really?” Kaylan’s eyes brighten
“It’s so nice that I wouldn’t mind eating sandwich made by you for the rest of my life.. just marry me Kaylan” Collins said and Dean scoff loudly
“Keep marrying yourselves,, I’m going to work now” he glared at Collins before walking out of the kitchen
“Dean”kaylan ran after him
“Here,,, your lunch” She said stretching a lunch box to him
“You aren’t doing this because you pity me right?” He asked but she remained quiet
“I don’t like it when…
” Why can’t I pity you? Whoever said you can’t be pitied? Yes I pity you cause I can’t help it,,, aren’t I allowed to do that?” She asked and he went speechless
She walked to him ” I hope I can help you feel better in the little way I can” She place the lunch box in his hands
“Make sure you eat them when you get to the office”she said . “Have a wonderful day ahead.. she added
He looked at her one more time before leaving the house finally
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He got to the office and met everyone very busy and he wondered why.
“Good morning Sir” Bianca greeted
“What’s happening” he asked and she smiled widely
“Our investors who left came back. They said they’re inlove with the new developed dolls and toys” Bianca replied
“Few weeks ago, I thought I was really going bankrupt and now miracle happened over night?” He wondered
“You may leave” he said and she bow before walking away
He got to his office and started thinking about it when Brittany’s call came in
? My handsome son.. Brittany gushed happily and he scoff
? Congratulations for winning the people’s heart. Now everyone knows you’re into women.. she said and he frowned
? I don’t understand, was I into men before?
? Just keep shut and listen
? Okay mom.. your son is listening.. Dean said and Brittany chuckled
? I asked one of the guards to rat on you
? Wtf!! You were intruding my privacy all this while?
? Shut up and listen. I just wanted to make sure you and Kaylan weren’t playing me. Anyways you can Check the news, I’m hanging up” she said and ended the call
He switched on the tv in his office and…
” DEAN AMBROSE CAUGHT HUGGING A MYSTERIOUS LADY IN PUBLIC” was boldly written on his screen
The photo was taken when Kaylan hugged him the previous day
“They public believe wh@??ver they want to” he muttered
“The photo is beautiful though, they should have invited us for a real photo$h00t instead” he laughed shortly and his phone rang again
He frowned when he noticed it was Collins
? What do you want”?
? Don’t you think you both look good together? When did you two go shopping without my knowledge? Collins asked
? I’m hanging up.. he replied and quickly ended the call
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“What’s happening? Why are you smiling?” Kaylan asked Collins who has been smiling at his phone
“Never mind. It’s nothing serious” Collins smiled
“If you say so” Kaylan shrug
“I’ll be back kaylan, I need to go somewhere” he stood up
“Alright.. don’t stay long” she replied and he nodded
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Dean walked into the house and collapse on the couch heavily. It was a busy day and he was d@mn tired. Collins had a day off so he had to do all the supervision himself.
“You’re back” kaylan said walking to his direction
“You must be tired.. I will help you to your room”
“It’s fine” he replied and stand up.
“Thanks for the sandwich, it was delicious ” he said and started climbing the stairs. His knees wobble as he made his way to his room
Is everything okay with him? Why does he look pale? Should I just check on him?” She thought
Collins isn’t home yet
She sat patiently waiting for Collins but he wasn’t coming nor calling. She checked the time again and realized it was 11pm already
“I’m sleepy” she yawn and Collins call came in
? Hi, she said sleepily
? Hey beauty, I won’t be coming home tonight. I will sleep over at my Brittany’s place.. he said
? Alright, she said and ended the call
“Does it mean I will be alone with Dean?” She muttered looking at the direction of his room
“He didn’t even come down for dinner” she sigh and decided to check on him first before going to her room
She walk to his door and knocked but got no response. ” Is he sleeping? She asked no one in particular before grabbing the door knob– His door was open.
She walked into his room gently so she wouldn’t wake him up
She met him sweating profusely and shivering at the same time
“Don’t leave,,, don’t leave me please” he kept whispering while clutching the blanket closer to himself
“Dean?” Kaylan called moving closer to him
His face looked pale
“Why did you leave, why did you make me this way?” He kept saying from his sleep
She placed her palm on his forehead and quickly withdraw it. “He’s burning up” She gasp
” God what can I do?” She wondered fearfully
She ran out of the room and started taking the stairs hurriedly. She missed a step and started rolling down the stairs. She landed on the floor heavily bruising her arm and knees. Not Minding the pain, she ran to the kitchen and got a bowl of cold water along with a towel before running back to his room.
“Dean… She called dropping the bowl of water but got no response neither did his body move.
She placed her hand close to his nostrils but couldn’t feel his breath
“Dean… She screamed fearfully
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TBC