Chapter 8: Chapter 8

FIVE DAYS LATER

TIA POV

My dad was getting discharged today from the hospital which I’m so excited to finally be with him again just like old times. My mom and I already made all the necessary arrangements to see he was well welcomed into the house after spending a month and three weeks in the hospital.

I had come to check up on him since I spent the night with him and went home to take a shower when I decided to meet with the doctor first to collect his new diet list.

I was standing in front of the doctor’s office when I heard a familiar voice that sounded like Ma’am Sarah’s inside.

I wasn’t planning to eavesdrop on their conversion but the way her voice sounded sad and unhappy made me stand close to the door.

“I’m still trying my best, doctor but I assure you it won’t take long.” I heard her say her voice sounding unhappy.

“We just have to hope for the best once everything is being carried out accordingly.” The doctor responded.

“Okay doctor. I’ll go check up on him now.”

I quickly walked away from the door so as not to get caught when I didn’t hear another word. I don’t understand what she and the doctor were discussing but it shows it has to do with the patient she has been coming to check on ever since we had met.

I was far from the door not to let her notice I had eavesdropped on her conversation as she came out of the office and found me by the door.

“Tia, what are you doing here?” She asked in shock with her voice a little weak.

I wanted to ask her why her tone was unusual but she might find it uncomfortable like I was trying to get into her personal space which made me restrain myself from asking.

“Good afternoon ma’am Sarah. Actually, I came to see the doctor.” I explained, walking closer to her.

“Good afternoon darling. Is something wrong with your dad?”

“He’s absolutely fine and getting discharged today.”

“Oh, is it today? I must have been lost in my thoughts and forgotten, I'm sorry about that. Does that mean I won’t be seeing you again?” She asked sadly.

“We can stay in touch through the phone. Here’s my business card.” I took out one of my cards and handed it to her.

“I’ll surely give you a call, darling. Have a nice day and I wish your dad safe recovery.”

“Thank you so much ma'am." I beamed.

"You're welcome darling. Can I get a hug if you don't mind?" She requested.

"Of course." I smiled and embraced her.

After a while, we pulled away as she caressed my face with so much affection for a mother to her daughter.

"I will see you around." She uttered and walked away.

I kept staring at her back until she was out of sight. I haven't seen her this sad before which shows the patient is really someone who means the world to her. I just hope the patient gets well soon.

MRS WALTON POV

I couldn’t help but let the tears I have been trying to control stream down my cheeks.

Bearing this pain is really hard for me. On one hand I was dying to have my husband come back to me and on the other hand I can’t seem to find a decent girl who will be perfect for my son.

None of the ladies who applied for the interview is worth my son unlike Tia who is over worth being Andrew's wife.

Yet I just can't bring myself to tell her, I am looking for a wife for my son and I want her to be his wife and my daughter-in-law.

She's the only one who can tame his cold hearted heart after the damage that witch did to our family.

I will have to find a way to confront her if I can't find any suitable lady to be his wife. I'm sure she won't refuse my wish once I tell her about it.

THE NEXT DAY

ANDREW POV

I got down from the stairs and strolled to the dining table and found one of the maids dropping my coffee on the table.

“Good morning sir.” She greeted me but I ignored her and walked over to take my seat.

I picked the coffee and took a little sip and instantly spat it out as it tasted horrible unlike the coffee I take.

“What the hell is this?” I flared at her, causing the other maids to rush out of the kitchen.

“It’s coffee sir.” She answered, shivering in fear.

“Did you call this shit, coffee?! Who the hell hired you unaware of my rules?”

“I’m really sorry sir."

“Who the hell asked you to make my coffee and where the hell is Morgan?” I called out to the head maid who rushed towards me.

“I sincerely apologize for her childishness, Mr Walton. She just joined in lately and wasn’t aware of your rules.” She apologized.

“I want the maid in charge of making my coffee fired this minute. This will serve as a lesson to other maids never to try such nonsense again." I ordered.

“Please sir, I love this job more than anything. I don't want to be fired, please sir." The maid stormed out among the other maids begging me.

"I want her fired right now!" I yelled to the head maid.

“What’s going on here?” Mom's voice interrupted us as she walked down the stairs looking sad.

“Mom! Are you alright? Your face doesn't look good."

"I asked what's going on?" She ignored my question and ordered the head maid to talk.

"The new maid you employed made sire coffee which wasn't to his taste and asked for the maid in charge of making his coffee get fired."

"Is that all this is about?"

"Yes ma'am."

"You all can get back to work, I'll handle the situation." She dismissed them and took a seat next to me.

"What's going on mom? Is something wrong with dad?" I asked, impatiently seeing how her face looked.

"I can't seem to take any of the ladies who applied for the interview. However, once the application is over, and it turns out I can't find a suitable bride for you, I will have to pick the girl I have in mind."

"You can go ahead, I can't say no since dad's life depends on me getting married so do whatever you feel is right."

"Okay son but promise me you will love and respect the lady I will pick for you."

"I knew you were going to request such a thing which I can't fulfill, no matter how you try. Just take your mind away from such things." I stated confidently.

There's no way I'm giving my heart or empathy to any bitch even if I tie the knot with her. After all, I'm only doing it for my dad.

The lady will be given $10000 million if my dad is able to regain consciousness and after six months, we divorce and go our different ways.