Shadows Of A Forgotten Spring Novel

Chapter 113 Jaden stared into Emmas eyes , his mind racing to process her words .

Was this real ? Was she really standing before him , her arms securely wrapped around his waist , telling him she was ready to be his girlfriend ? He blinked , almost afraid that if he moved or spoke , hed wake up from the dream he was sure he was having .

But this wasnt a dream .

The softness of her hug , the steady beat of her heart against his chest , it was all real .

His gaze locked onto hers , those brown eyes he had fallen in love with long ago .

His heart skipped a beát , then another , as her words echoed within his mind .

I want us to try , Emma said , her voice barely above a whisper and the morning sun lit her smile .

His breath hitched ; his chest felt a crushing surge of emotions that he didnt even have a name for .

Was this what love felt like ? Real , unfiltered love ? It coursed through every molecule that made up his very soul with such great intensity .

He had waited for this moment , dreamed about it , ached from wanting it through endless nights and now it was here .

Emmas grip around his waist tightened , and he was anchored back to reality , where , in that moment , he lost the last of his self control .

Without thinking , without hesitating , Jaden leaned in , his lips capturing hers in a kiss that was as desperate as it was passionate .

The world around them melted away .

The murmurs of the coffee shop faded into nothingness , the curious gazes of bystanders ceased to matter .

None of that existed anymore as her lips lay softly warm against his .

she was everything he wanted .

This was not a kiss like the one they had last night .

This kiss was raw , full of promises he could not yet say .

It was his way of telling her how much she meant to him , how much he had longed for her , how she was his everything .

His hands moved to cradle her face , his thumb stroking against her cheek as he deepened the kiss , one that spoke volumes of months of bottled up emotions , nights spent yearning for her and the dreams he had dared to dream of them .

When they finally broke apart , both were gasping for air .

Emmas cheeks were flushed , her lips swollen , and the smile on her face melted him all over again .

You have no idea what you mean to me , Jaden whispered , his voice husky with emotion .

Emma laughed softly , her fingers still clutching his shirt as if she was scared to let go .

Youre not so bad yourself , she teased softly .

Jaden grinned , his heart soaring .

Without another word , he took her hand in his , lacing their fingers together as he gently pulled her toward the door .

Ignoring the gawking customers and wide eyed baristas , he led her to his car .

Once inside , Jaden turned to her , his expression earnest and unguarded .

I love you , Emma , he said , his voice steady but filled with an almost childlike vulnerability .

Emma leaned into him , her eyes brimming with tears that wouldnt fall .

She reached out , and her fingers skimmed across his cheek as she whispered , I love you too , Jaden .

ΑΑΑΑΑ Alexander entered the hospital , pulling a cap over his face , careful to avoid anyone spotting him .

The thought of being seen in a competitors hospital didnt sit well with him .

As he walked briskly through the sterile hallways , he couldnt help but feel a pang of irritation .

Why had Annie chosen this hospital , knowing full well that his own was more equipped .

The nurse pointed him toward Annies room , and as he pushed the door open , his gaze fell on her , Annie was lying pale and Chapter 113 frail in bed , hooked to adrip .

Her eyes fluttered open at the sound of the door , and when she saw him , a wave of relief washed over her face .

Alexander , she whispered hoarsely .

He said nothing but stood rigidly at the foot of her bed .

Anger and concern mixed in his chest .

No matter how much he was angry with Annie , a glimpse of her in such a fragile state pulled at something deep inside .

A few minutes later , the doctor entered the room with a clipboard in his hands .

He greeted Alexander and started explaining Annies condition .

Miss Annie had some spotting this morning , possibly due to emotional distress , the doctor said in a measured tone .

At all costs , she must avoid strenuous activities and any further emotional stress if she wants the baby to be safe ..

Alexanders gaze finally laid back on Annie .

How pale and sad she looked ; for the first time that day , he felt guilty .

Perhaps he had been too harsh on her the night before .

As much as his frustration lingered , the thought of anything happening to their child was unbearable .

Turning to the doctor , Alexanders voice went crisp and authoritative .

Transfer her file to my hospital I want her monitored by my best team .

The doctor looked uneasy , his eyes darting to Annie as he began to stammer , Mr.

Black , I … I said , transfer her file , Alexander reiterated , not leaving any room for arguments .

Annie sprang into action , intervening as fast as possible .

I prefer this hospital , Alexander .

He turned to her , his face unreadable , but his jaw clenched in frustration .

Annie sighed and waved her hand at the doctor to leave the room .

She hitched herself up a bit , her tone low and defiant once they were alone .

Im tired of stepping into spaces where Im not wanted .

You dont want me at your hospital .

You dont want me near your mother .

Fine .

Ill stay here .

Im comfortable here .

This isnt about you , Annie , Alexander snapped , he moved closer toward the bed .

Do you even realize how this looks ? If word gets out that youre not being treated at another hospital .

Then lets make sure no one finds out , Annie cut in , sharper this time .

But Im not changing hospitals , Alexander .

End of discussion .

He sniffed , taking a deep breath as his nostrils flared with a vain attempt to control the frustration within him .

He was too exhausted to argue further .

Fine , he grumbled , turning away .

But dont expect me to be cool with this forever .

Later that evening , Alexander returned to their , room , while telling himself it was best for their child .

However , their reunion was very short lived , as he opened his phone to go through what was happening on the Internet and managed to open a video of Emma and Jaden .

The video showed Jaden kissing Emma .

The kiss wasnt just casual on the lips ; it was a real passionate one unlike any Alexander had ever seen before .

The tempest inside him brewed , of jealousy and anger , as he tightened his grip on the phone .

His bit his bottom lip in anger as he cursed Jaden in his mind .

He wished he could get that video off his brain .

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