Chapter 6

• Ella's POV
• After my husband died. As a single mother, I need to take care of myself and my daughter but it's not too hard for me because Eva is always a smart child from childhood. She always tried to help me in every way. When I was busy or didn't have time for her. She never blamed me but always tried to support me. I don't know when my daughter became this mature but she's the strength of my life. My world!
• She's the one who forces me to start a new relationship and try to fall in love again. And she also assured me that it's alright for her.
• She will be okay with her new dad! She confirmed it for me with seriousness.
• At first, I thought, she's just trying to look mature to say this to me. But with time, I came to know she was always serious.
• So, After realizing that, I tried to date a few men. At first, that was too awkward for me. Because as a 16 years old daughter's mother. It feels a little embarrassing but Eva always gives me support and tries to explain to me that it's normal.
• Between these dating times, I finally met someone who is just like me. He is single and has never been married before. He is one year older than me and a rich businessman. His name was Roy Williams and we both met on a blind date.
• That date went well and we ended up in the hotel sleeping together. After that night, we both fell in love with each other.
• Yes, Roy is the one with whom I fell in love after my husband and he also fell for me.
• We both become inseparable. Eva also met him and started to treat him like her father. Roy also cared about her as his daughter.
• Seeing all this, I felt like I was blessed but one day when he suddenly broke up with me and left the city without saying goodbye hurt me deeply.
• If I say I forget about him then it's wrong. It still hurts me to the core whenever I think about him. Loving someone is hard but loving a second time is harder.
• In my weak time, Eva told me, I need to forget about him and I did that when I met Mark for the first time.
• I went to attend my friend's wedding but got introduced to him. After exchanging contact we started to talk on calls and went out for eating or walking.
• I can't say whether we are in love or not but we both enjoyed each other's company and wanted to settle down.
• He is an amazing and mature man even though he is young, he never judges me based on my age and understands me.
• When he proposed to me on our last date I felt shocked for a moment because we have only known each other for two months but he told me I can take my time if I think it's too sudden.
• But I don't want to disappoint him by rejecting him without any reason. So, I thought to give myself a chance with him and I accepted his proposal.
• His gentle behavior made me think about our relationship seriously and finally, I thought to forget about Roy and walk in the future with Mark.
• Eva also liked him as I asked her about Mark. It means I should now let go of my past and look at my bright future with Mark.
• With time, one day I'll fall in love with him. I knew that. It's all just a matter of time, that's it.
• Eva's POV
• "Mom, Are you serious?" I can't stop my voice loud while looking at my mom with a shocked-filled expression after she announced to me that Mark is going to live with us starting next week.
• Yes, they wanted to try a live-in relationship and let them be given a chance to adjust. I know it's not my right to ask her but I don't feel good to hear this news that he was going to live with us for the whole 24 hours.
• Like seriously???? I shouted in my brain.
• Last time, He only stayed a few hours in my house and I lost my mind!
• What will happen to me if I stay with him 24 hours? I can't imagine my frustration right now!
• "Honey, why are you looking upset?" My mom's face became worried. I think she sensed my frustration which made me feel bad.
• So, I just plastered the fake smile on my face.
• "No mom, I'm not upset! I was just shocked by the sudden announcement!" I lied to her while continuing the talk.
• "It's a good idea! You should spend more time with each other! I don't mind him staying with us!" I try to look cool in front of her.
• Hearing me, she smiled back while there was relief on her face.
• "Thank you, honey! I was too nervous to think about how would you react to hearing this sudden news?" She tried to explain to me but I held her hands feeling wrong to make her nervous.
• She already did everything as a mother, now it's her life to make a choice. I can't hurt her because of my issues.
• "Mom! I understand! So don't think about something like that! This is your life and you should make your own choice! I comforted her.
• "Oh, sweety!" She hugged me warmly and I hugged her back with the same love.
• For my mom, I need to try hard. I need to avoid creating awkward situations with Mark.
• I also upset Janson that night. After the last interaction our conversation becomes less. Whenever I try to call him and meet him. He was always busy.
• I think I should have a serious conversation with him about our relationship.
• Actually, I want a serious relationship with him.
• In these few months of dating, I feel I started to like him more and deeply. He is gentle, sweet, funny and handsome, everything which I can want.
• I should try hard for our relationship. I'll meet him tomorrow and clear all the things with him.
• Thinking this, my face becomes brighter. If everything goes well I'll tell my mom about Janson.
• I know she will support our relationship if we don't let our studies be affected by dating.
• "Honey, dinner is ready!" My mom shouted from the kitchen.
• "Coming!" I responded and went to wash my hands before eating.
• My mood is now fresh, there is no more frustration or different thoughts. I think Janson is the person who can make me forget about everyone. He is the better half for me. This thought brought a smile to my face.