Chapter 41: Chapter 41

"Eso es todo por la clase de hoy. Clase perdida. Nos vemos mañana." (That is it for today class. Class dismissed. See you tomorrow.) I said.

"Adiós señorita Palma. Que tenga un lindo día." (Goodbye Miss Palma. Have a nice day.) My students said altogether.

And one by one they went out until all of them disappear from my sight. I took a deep breath and keep all my things to get ready to go home. Another long day is over here at school. Yes, I got back to work again here in Spain. It's been two months since that tragic day happened. Only two months but it felt like a thousand years. I miss my son so much and it's killing me. I cried every night and every morning I wake up without him feeling so empty.

So far my family is safe for the last two months, including Kimberly. She is six months pregnant now and she looks radiant. I can see through her eyes that she is so happy. Her skin is glowing and she looks so blooming. I am so happy for her. I hope I could have that kind of happiness someday. That will only happen if I can have my son back and of course, the man I love.

"Emily." That familiar voice makes my heart beat so fast.

"D-david!" I said. I was right it is really him.

"We need to talk." He said.

I just got out from the university and I am now heading to the train station to go home but he stopped me by blocking my way.

"There is nothing to talk about, David," I said.

I know he hates me. The last encounter we had is awful. He was even telling me hurtful words and he was furious. He was insulting and I understand how he feels. He was so upset because his very best friend was hurt and deceived as that was the lie that I made them believe. I would feel the same if I was in his shoe if someone would hurt Kimberly I would do the same thing that David did. Federico and David were like brothers just the same as me and Kimberly. Our friendship is the same as theirs. I even feel bad because the last time before I get out of their lives they are fighting because of me.

I want to ask David about Federico and Rick. I want to ask him if they are okay. But I have to stop myself because that will put my family in danger. Many times I try so hard not to talk about Federico and my son when my parents and I talk over video calls.

"I know what you are up to." He calmly said. I was confused.

"What are you talking about?" I asked.

"I know you made it all up." He said while holding my hand tightly making sure that I can't escape.

"David, please let go," I begged.

"No way. If I do that it is just like I let go of my brother's happiness." He said.

"Just let me go, I will never bother your friend anymore. We are not meant for each other. He will be okay soon. I know he will be able to move on and forget about me." I said.

But David is really stubborn. He will never take a no for an answer and he will stop until he gets what he wants. Does he know something about my secret? I am so nervous that he knows about my agreement with Lindsay. What should I do now?

"You are talking nonsense, Emily. You will come with me whether you like it or not." He said and after that, he pulled my hand effortlessly and took me forcefully to his car.

"David, what are you doing? This is kidnapping." I said and tried to pull off but had no chance. I could not match his strength.

"Whatever you want to call it, kidnapping? Okay, then so be it." He said.

He successfully brought me inside his car and put the seatbelt on after he sat on the driver's seat while I am beside him in the passenger's seat. There is nothing left to do for me so I just put the seatbelt on so all of this will be over. I sighed and look at him. He started the engine with a very serious face. So unusual of the David I know who is always joking and playful.

"What now?" I asked.

"We will get there. Let's have dinner first, it's already late. Aren't you starving? Don't tell me you always eat late or you skip meals? Federico will be very furious if he knows you always let yourself starve." He said.

He is like a Dad scolding his teenage daughter.

"I have no time for this David. I have lots of things to do. I need to do research for my next lesson." I explained but it seems as he did not hear anything.

"Let's dine at Federico's restaurant." He said.

We stopped at a fine dining restaurant that is so memorable to me. However, I still feel the same when I got here before still, I feel so embarrassed being in this place which is obvious that only rich people can afford. The place never changed it is still so quiet as ever and it still has a very beautiful ambiance just like before when I got here. The place was so serene that it is the perfect place to relax and unwind. It is not just a restaurant but a perfect place to be at peace and get out from the very unpleasant environment I the city.

"You've been in this place before right?" David asked to confirm.

"Yes, during my first day as Rick's nanny," I said and feel relieved that my voice did not break because I am on the verge of crying.

"You miss them aren't you?" He asked again. I did not look at him especially in his eyes. I am afraid that he might notice the sorrow in my eyes.

"Why would I?" I asked but looking in a different direction.

"I know you do." He said and led me inside the restaurant.

=Sarsi+