Chapter 35: Chapter 35

Samantha's POV.

It's been only a week since the CEO returned from his trip, and though he has been the very opposite of everything I heard about him, I still feel there is something strange about him, especially since he always chooses me to do things for him. I started to think that he may actually be a womanizer. I mean, how else will I explain the fact that he just met me a week ago, and already, this week, he has told me that he plans to pay me double what he is paying me already, and then he also warns me not to let any of the staff members know about it, so that they don't get jealous.

I see it as the grace of God that I have been praying for, because I know that no matter how much he seem to like me, the moment he notices that I am pregnant, I will be shown the way out.

He has been able to stop me from chatting with Maxwell, the way I used to, but whenever we close, we use that time to chat and discuss how things are going.

I was beginning to really enjoy my work, that I almost forgot that I am pregnant.

But On this special day, the boss sent Maxwell to do something for him after work. I couldn't wait, so I had to find my way home alone. I would have to walk for a long time, before I will finally get to where I can get a public transport, but then, I started feeling the exact same way I used to feel all those years, when I was hiding. I could sense someone following me, but who could that be. I fear it might be Edward again, he has been too quiet, all these while, and I was begining to wonder if he is still alive, or dead, I hastened my step, and got to the bus station, in one piece. I released a breath I didn't know I had been holding.

I wish I could get a car for myself, because that would make things easier for me, but getting a car, is luxury for now, since I have a new addition I am going to have to prepare for.

While waiting for a bus, I saw a familiar face looking at me from the other side. I know that face, I have seen him with Craig. He works for Craig. Somehow, I wish Craig is around, and he has come to find me, but after a bus passed by, I looked, and couldn't see his face again, I shook my head and told myself, that I must be over thinking. Maybe no one was really there, and I have only been thinking someone I know, from his side, to just show up.

I got into a bus, and soon, I was at my house.

Whitney was already sleeping, but as soon as she heard my voice, she woke up.

"Mummy, I have been waiting for you. What happened, why are you home so late? She asked. It was the first time I was coming home by this time, since I started work, because even though Maxwell don't take me to work all the time, he made it a duty to bring me home every day.

"Maxwell had to stay behind to do somethings, so I had to find my way home. I am so sorry, did you wait up for me? I asked and she nodded, as to say she did, but then she seem to have something else in mind.

"Uncle Craig called today". I raised a brow, for no one have mentioned his name, since we left his house months ago.

"I already said I don't want anyone speaking to him. Why is that so hard to understand? I sounded like I meant it, which have been working, for no one have mentioned his name, but on this day, Whitney seem not to want to listen to me.

"Sorry mum, but he sounded so sick". I got kind of worried, but then she added.

I asked him what the problem was, and he said, he wanted to know if we were doing okay. He said I should take care of you, and make sure nothing happens to you. He also says I should assist Mary to take care of you. I feel bad because he seem to Care a lot about you and less about us. He wants me to stress myself, taking care of you, when you don't even care about him". Mary coughed, coming to my rescue.

"Whitney, you need to go back to bed, remember you have to wake up early". She tells her, pulling her away, but her eye was fixated on mine, she didn't want to look away, she wanted me to say something, but I had nothing to say.

"Mum, aren't you going to say anything? She asked me, and that was when I pulled her close, before telling her that she really should stop talking to Craig, and that she should not worry, that uncle Maxwell, have promised to take us all out for a weekend treat. I mentioned all the things she loves to do, telling her she would do all of them and more. I was able to convince her, she was going to have fun, but I could tell, that she was still not as happy, as she would have been, if Craig was the one talking.

That night I couldn't sleep, I kept turning and tossing in my bed, I couldn't find a side to soothe me, after a while, I heard a knock on my door, it was Mary, she let herself in, and I knew at once that she has something to share with me.

"If you have something to say, just say it already". I told her, and she sat down on my bed, before starting gently.

"Don't you think this fight have gone on for too long? She asked, and I wonder what she is talking about.

I mean, he loves you and you love him too, why not just let him back into your life?

I looked shocked at Mary. I couldn't believe she was saying what I think she is saying.

"Where did you get the tale that I love him? I asked, and she looked shocked, as if I just lied to her.

I don't love Craig. I could never let myself love someone like that. He is a bad influence. If you have also been speaking to him, you should stop it. And don't you ever, mention this baby to him. I hate him, and so does this child".

I said, obviously lying to myself, but her next question, was unexpected.

"Is something going on between you and Maxwell? I raised a brow. Why does everyone think something is going on between Maxwell and I. He haven't even said anything to me yet, but then I had an idea. Just so that she drops the topic, I accepted.

"Well, since you want to know. Maxwell is really a sweet person, and I am seriously considering, taking him serious". At that time, my phone started ringing, and it was Maxwell.

Oh, speak of the devil, he is calling. I said with a smile.

Mary, go to bed, I am fine". I told her, and she sadly left, while I answered Maxwell. He was explaining what he was doing for the boss, and wanted to know how I managed to make it home alone.

I explained my fears to him and he promised to find me an alternative next time.

Maxwell is really sweet, but I could never love him the way I think he wants to be loved.

I love Craig, and it is hard for me to admit it to even myself, but I just cannot forget, what he did to me.

Time they say heals every wound and changes every thing. Maybe with time, I will get to love someone else.