Alex sighs and tries to calm down. "that day..."
Here comes the Flashback.
One morning when I got up I saw some cheering faces of my parents. something really happened. I asked due to curiosity, "What's the reason you guys got that expression over there?" that exact moment, my mum ran and hugged me tight. "Oh son, guess what. YOU'RE GETTING MARRIED"
I raised an eyebrow. "And how's that a happy thing?" and dad got up from the sofa and walked towards me "You will, when you know who's the bride" my heart skipped a beat. NO WAY! don't tell me its Ashlyn. it can't be. she moved out for her future studies 5 years ago. How can it be a sudden comeback. "Its Ashlyn, darling. Your Ex girlfriend." I widened my eyes. cant believe what my mum just said from her mouth "Ash? Ashlyn Norris!!??" dad nodded his head. Oh my god. This can't be happening. the love of my life is back? "How did you guys know??"
seeing my quick tension and frustration, mum calmed me down. she made me to sit and take a sip of my morning latte. "darling, the Robin family called me today morning, ruining my lovely sleep. and they said its something serious.
I asked for a minute, got up, ran to the washroom and cleansed my face with that cold water splashing all over my face. I asked them to continue, and they asked if you're ready to get married. I was actually shocked not expecting this question from them, and at the same time with happiness shown all over my face. I didn't know what got into their mind. and I replied "It's a yes from us but we don't know what's his answer's gonna be."
They laughed and said, " Well I know what is gonna be when I ask him if he can marry Ashlyn." "Oh my lord, really? he would love to! Let's set up a meeting in a restaurant for some chit chatting about the wedding." After saying that their voice kinda cracked. and they said "Sure , why not! lets meet at 8 pm" And I ended the call.
Alex was literally over the moon. "Mom, you're a goddess, and dad too. you guys are the best!!!" I ran and kissed my mum's cheek. "what mum am I if I don't grant my son's wish? And Of course, We would love having Ashlyn as my daughter-in-law. Now now, get ready with the best looking clothes for the night because, there will be a girl waiting for the guy who stole her heart." I blushed hard. After i done sipping from my latte, I got up and walked to my room . I started practicing all the dialogues to present in front of Ash. I messed up a lot. I mean, its a worth of time.
It was finally going to be the end of day. Not really, Just gonna be 8 pm. I got ready with my black shirt and some dark browny jeans matching my jacket. my mum won the game for real. she did look stunning. we all hopped in the car and drove off when we was ready.
I asked mum during the drive, "Mum, what's the restaurant we gonna meet up at?" "The Elegant Edge" After Half an hour , we reached and my heart started pumping really hard.
We entered the restaurant and went to the second floor using an escalator. when we reach I saw a gorgeous girl in a red striped gown, I couldn't see her face as she was facing on the other side. I called out her name. when she turned, I didn't get surprised. it was Jules, Ashlyn's sister. I smiled at her , I walked up to her and I asked, "Where's Ashlyn?"
"Wow, you're looking handsome today, Alex!" She didn't answer to my question, which made me feel disappointed. I smiled again hearing her compliment. Suddenly, her mum hugged me from behind. I thought it was Ashlyn but then I turned and saw her mum, Michelle. "Oh hello Ms. Michelle. Good seeing you." I kept with my decent face. "You can call me mom now onwards." "Where's Ash?" "Oh uh- she couldn't reach today. She had a important meeting with the HOD's in the hospital. She's a doctor now" And hearing that, All my happiness and excitement got disappeared like dust.
"Oh hello Ms. Michelle! Not going to lie but you look absolutely fascinating in that dress of yours." My mum greeted her in her awful British accent to her mother warmly. "Oh! You flattered me, Ms. Harrisons. It's a pleasure to meet you. please be seated." And so, they all got seated. We all ordered the most expensive tequila's and the excellent looking steak from the restaurant. during the dinner, Ashlyn's parents started asking questions, "Alex, What do you do for a living now?" Her dad Robin asked with a gentleman expression upon his face. "I'm a pro athlete now. I couldn't let the touch go from my basketball. I followed my passion. Isn't it great?"
I think they don't look surprised. "Indeed." Jules replied with a smile on her face. phew! I'm glad to know. "Mum, Remember what Oprah Winfrey said? Passion is energy. Feel the power that comes from focusing on what excites you" Jules nudges her mum. "Oh yes yes. But Alex, How much do you get as monthly income?" "Its depends actually. it starts from 30 thousand per month" Wow, Now they're surprised, YES! finally. Michelle takes a look on his plate. "Well well, since Jules and Alex had their dinner, why don't you guys go out and talk? You know what I mean."
Michelle gives the 'YOU'RE WELCOME HONEY' look to Jules. "Alright! As you say mum" Jules got up and walked out with Alex. there was a lovely view outside so they stood near by a window. "Any idea why your mother told us to be here?" "Maybe some parental talks." "Not tryna be rude but, We're grown ups right? We should know what's going on." Jules holds his hands. Alex raised an eyebrow. "Maybe because they don't want to give us any stress about it. my mum can be caring sometimes you know-" Alex removes his hands from hers, "Umm maybe you're right." An unexpected call came from his phone, he excused himself moving away. Jules stood there all alone.
After getting tired waiting , she went to the dinning table. "Oh dear, You guys did a big talk over there I see? By the way, Where's Alex?" "Sorry I'm late" Alex walks towards the table rushing. "Sorry to keep you waiting Jules, it was a call from my coach." "What did he say?" my mum asked. "Oh yes. about it... it's actually a happy news. I'm getting paid early, and plus, with a bigger bigger amount." Everyone's face glowed up. "Congrats Alex! That's a really good news." "Thanks Mr. Harri- Uh I mean dad." my mum was literally ecstatic. "How much you're getting?" my mum whispered. I whispered back, "70 thousand mum!!!" my mum's flabbergasted.
End of flashback.
"And that's enough of the little fairy tale. the rest things that happened is not necessary. I think you should go sleep now sis. I'm so tired." More things happened? my brain was literally processing right now. I was on my own thoughts. Thinking and thinking while Jules waved her hands in front of my face. "Okay then sis, good night" enjoy your first night, you moron. I walked away not disturbing their peaceful time. To be honest, I'm actually with half happiness not getting married to him. I sighed and turned off the lights to sleep.
"I don't know why, I don't feel sleepy at all. what is this feeling all about? My eyes filled with tears, but WHY? No Ashlyn. You don't deserve a monkfish like him." And saying that, I dozed off.
It was next morning. I forgot to set my alarm up yesterday. I'm now 15 minutes late. But its okay. I still have time to go to work. I'm having my afternoon shift today. I did all my morning routine and I went downstairs to eat my breakfast. I spotted mom and dad. I greeted them
"Good Morning, mom and dad." they just hummed. I sat down on my seat. "Don't you know you're late? Do you even know what time it is?" I'm confused "Its 8:30, mom" "Talking back on your mom now?" "But dad-" Jules and Alex came and sat at the right time. I'm gonna turn invisible now. they greeted together. "Oh sweeties, Why did you wake up so early? Dark circles is all over you." Robin supported. "You should've slept a little longer." Ashlyn scoffed. Are they serious right now? did the day just change or something? "Did I hear anything?" Robin glared and Ashlyn "Not at all."