BETWEEN 2 HEARTS
Between 2 Hearts - Episode 82
Tag: Royalty and Love.
Warning: Stay clear from this book
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At the hospital, everyone sat down, waiting for Elena's explanation.
"I found out I was pregnant two weeks after I left you and our daughter," Elena began, her voice filled with regret. "At first, I was scared to come back and tell you about it. I was also scared my new husband would kick me out when he found out."
"But it turns out he was willing to accept the child," she continued, a hint of relief in her voice.
"Why didn’t you tell me about it sooner?" he scolded.
"You can't blame her, Dad. She told me everything. I was angry with her at first, but then I came to accept the truth."
Mr. Daniels' eyes softened, and he looked at Elena with a mix of emotions.
"I'm sorry for everything," Elena sobbed. "Please forgive me."
"This is so hard to believe," Mr. Daniels said, shaking his head.
"I know," he said. "I should have come to see you and my sister. I thought you might not believe me or probably think I was scamming you."
"What's your name?" Mr. Daniels asked.
"Jimmy," he replied with a smile.
"There's no doubt you have a similar resemblance to your father," Nathan said, observing the family likeness.
"I guess," Jimmy said, smiling back. "It's okay if you don't want me, it's not your fault. I—"
Mr. Daniels cut him off, his voice filled with emotion.
"I will never do that." He stood up and opened his arms wide. "Come here."
Jimmy rushed into the embrace, and Mr. Daniels patted his back warmly.
"Thanks, Dad," Jimmy said, his voice muffled.
"It's okay," Mr. Daniels replied, holding him tight.
Everyone smiled at the tender moment, feeling a sense of closure and new beginnings.
"I just wish Naomi wakes up soon to hear that she has a brother," Mia said, smiling.
"Yeah, she will soon," Mrs. Ruth replied.
Some minutes later, Jimmy and his father were catching up, talking and laughing together. The rest of the group watched them with warm smiles on their faces.
"Finally, my mind is at peace a little," Elena said, looking relieved.
"Why little?" Mia asked, curiosity etched on her face.
"I still need my daughter's forgiveness," Elena replied. "If she forgives me, then I'll be fully at peace."
"Don't worry about that," Nathan said reassuringly. "I'm sure she will once she wakes up."
"I know my sister very well," Mia added. "She has a heart of forgiveness. She will definitely understand."
As they continued to ease Elena's mind, Mr. Daniels and his son walked over, both smiling.
"Um, we'll be on our way now," Nathan said, holding Mia's hand and pulling her up. Mia looked confused.
"Where are we going?" she asked.
"Home," Nathan replied. "You need to take a bath, eat, and take a nap."
"But I've already taken a bath here," she protested. "I'm not leaving Naomi."
"Don't be stubborn, child," Mrs. Ruth said gently. "Go with him. You need to rest."
"I don't want to, Mom," Mia said, her voice firm. "Naomi needs me. I want to stay."
"We'll come back later," Nathan said firmly. "I don't want you to fall sick from keeping worry."
Mia struggled to free her hand, but Nathan held tight.
"Go on, child," Mr. Daniels said. "He's right."
"No!" Mia exclaimed, struggling against Nathan's grip.
Nathan sighed tiredly and scooped Mia up onto his shoulders, catching her off guard. Mia yelped in surprise, struggling against him.
"We'll be on our way now," Nathan said, his voice firm.
"Okay, take care," Mrs. Ruth said, smiling.
As they walked away, Mia yelled for Nathan to put her down, her yelling echoing through the hallway. The group watched them leave, amused.
"Are they a couple?" Jimmy asked, watching the pair disappear around the corner.
"Yes," Mr. Daniels replied, smiling.
"Wow, they look perfect together," Jimmy said, nodding in agreement.
"I think I'll be heading back to the palace now," Mrs. Ruth said, standing up. "It's almost time for the royal meal."
"Okay, thank you so much," Elena replied, gratitude in her voice.
"It's okay, don't worry," Mrs. Ruth said reassuringly. "Naomi will be up soon". Mrs. Ruth bid them goodbye and walked away.
"She's a cook in the palace?" Jimmy asked
"Yes," Mr. Daniels replied.
"That's good," Jimmy said thoughtfully. "Is it okay to see my sister now?" She asked, his eyes fixed on the room where Naomi lay.
"Yes, but her boyfriend is inside with her," Elena said gently.
"She has a boyfriend?" Jimmy's eyes widened with interest.
"Yes, you can go in and see for yourself," Mr. Daniels said, a hint of amusement in his voice.
"Sure, let me see the guy who stole my sister's heart," Jimmy said with a smile, walking toward the room.
As he entered the room, he was taken aback by the sight before him. Alex lay beside Naomi, his arms wrapped protectively around her. Jimmy's eyes widened in surprise as he took in the scene.
"His Royal Highness?" he whispered, looking at his parents for confirmation.
They nodded, smiling.
"Don't speak loud," Mr. Daniels cautioned. "He's been through a lot since your sister's accident."
Jimmy's eyes returned to the couple on the bed.
"Wow, I'm impressed," he said softly. "She's got the biggest fish." He stared at Alex and Naomi, a smile on his face. "He does love her," he said, his voice filled with warmth. "I wish them a peaceful life ahead."
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The next morning, after breakfast, King Luke was dressed to go to the hospital. He came out of the room, and Queen Lala followed him, her expression unfriendly.
"I'm coming with you," she said curtly, walking past him.
"What suddenly changed your mind?" King Luke asked, raising an eyebrow. "I thought you weren't coming."
"I'm going to bring my son home," Queen Lala replied, her voice laced with anger. "That black devil and her cunning mother are the reason why my son is in that state."
Diva and Elora watched from the stairs, intrigued by the tense exchange.
"Don't say what you don't know, Lala," King Luke cautioned. "Any man in my son's state will do everything to save the woman he loves."
"That's not love," she snapped. "My son is being manipulated."
"I'm off," King Luke said, walking away from her nagging. Queen Lala hurriedly followed him.
At the hospital, Alex sat beside Naomi's bed, holding her hand and staring at her. The nurse had recently cleaned her up and tended to her needs. Alex's own wound had been treated, and a new bandage had been applied. A drip was fixed to his hand, but his focus remained on Naomi.
He wished for her to open her eyes, to see her smile, and to hear her voice. The silence was deafening, and Alex's heart ached with every passing moment.
"You don't have to worry too much about her, you have to take care of yourself too, I don't think she will be happy if she sees you are not taking care of yourself". Jimmy said from behind, holding a bunch of white roses and a basket of fruits, his eyes filled with concern.
Alex turned to his direction, looking utterly confused, his brow furrowed in puzzlement. But Jimmy smiled warmly at him and moved closer to them, carefully placing the flowers on the vase next to the window and putting the basket on the shelf.
"Who are you?". Alex asked, curiously and a hint of wariness.
"Good morning, Your Highness, I am Jimmy, and...". He hesitated, his eyes darting nervously around the room, unsure how to reveal the truth to him.
"He is my son". Elena said from behind, her voice calm and gentle, as she entered with Mr. Daniels, Mia, and Nathan.
"Mrs. Elena". Alex exclaimed, surprise on his face, and she smiled at him, her eyes shining with warmth.
"It's so good to see you again, Your Highness". She said.
"How are you doing, bro?". Nathan asked, his voice casual, and Alex nodded to him, still looking perplexed.
"How is my daughter doing today?". Mr. Daniels asked, his voice filled with paternal concern, as he kissed Naomi's forehead.
"I can see she is getting better than yesterday". Mia said, her eyes lighting up with optimism.
"That's because her heart is there to take care of her". Jimmy said, smiling, his eyes never leaving Alex's face.
"What's going on? I am confused right now, Mrs. Elena, do you know my fiancée?". Alex asked, his confusion evident, his voice rising in bewilderment.
"Yes, she is my daughter". Elena replied, her voice steady, and Alex's eyes widened in shock.
After some moments of explanation, Alex's face reflected his stunned emotions.
"You knew us dating, that's why you were always trying to get close to me". Alex said, realization dawning on him.
"Yes, I just wanted to get close to you to get the access to speak to my daughter and ask for her forgiveness, I was planning on telling you sooner before the tragedy happened". Elena said sadly, her eyes welling up with tears, and Alex sighed, his face softening.
"Not only that, Jimmy here is Naomi's brother". Mia said, her voice filled with excitement.
"I am sorry". Elena said.
"Why are you saying sorry to me, you did no wrong". Alex said, his voice gentle, his eyes filled with understanding.
"Mom was right when she says my sister chose well, you possess His Majesty's character". Jimmy said, his face lighting up with a warm smile.
"Thank you".
"Don't worry, my sister will be up soon, just believe". Jimmy said, his voice reassuring.
"Anyway, before I forget, I brought you food, you need to eat". Nathan said, his voice practical, as he set to arrange the food on the table.
"There is no need for that, I am not hungry". Alex said, his voice firm, but his stomach growled in protest.
"You can't say that, you haven't eaten since yesterday". Mr. Daniels said, his voice firm but gentle, as Alex returned his gaze to Naomi, holding her hand firmly, his eyes filled with sadness.
"I don't have an appetite for food". He said.
TBC
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