BETWEEN 2 HEARTS
Between 2 Hearts - Episode 85
Tag: Royalty and Love.
Warning: Stay clear from this book
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Everyone was taken aback, shocked by Naomi's question. Mia moved closer to Naomi on the bed, tears welling up in her eyes.
"Sis, don't you remember me?" Mia asked, her voice trembling with emotion, as she searched Naomi's eyes for any sign of recognition.
Naomi's eyes scanned the room, and then her face lit up weakly.
"Mia," she called out, weakly . Everyone gasped in surprise. She turned to her father, "Dad," . Her eyes then landed on Nathan, and she smiled weakly. "Nathan," she called out, recognizing the familiar faces in the room.
"Sis, if you can remember us, why can't you remember him?" she asked, referring to Alex.
Alex felt like he'd been punched in the gut, his heart heavy with disappointment. He sat down on the bed, his face bowed to the ground, his eyes welling up with tears.
But then, Naomi's face lit up with a smile. "Why won't I remember the man who stirs my heart?" she said, her eyes locking onto Alex. "Alex, the crown prince of this great kingdom."
Everyone gasped in surprise, and Alex's head snapped up, hope rising in his chest.
"She remembers," Jimmy said from behind, excitedly.
"Naomi," Alex called out, taking her hand firmly in his. Tears of joy filled his eyes as he gazed at her. "I thought you didn't remember me,"
"I was just playing a prank on you," Naomi said, smiling mischievously. "You're my boyfriend, and the one I love so much in this world."
Alex's face broke into a wide smile as he pulled Naomi into a tight hug, sobbing with joy.
"I'm so happy you're back," he sniffled. "I missed you so much."
"I missed you too," Naomi replied, her voice muffled against his chest. "I'm sorry if I made you worry."
As they pulled away from each other, Alex caressed her face, his eyes shining with love.
"I love you," he said, his voice filled with emotion. "Don't ever scare me like this again."
"I won't," she said smiling up at him.
He leaned in, his lips brushing against her forehead in a gentle kiss. The others cheered and applauded, happy to see the couple reunited.
Some minutes later, Alex was feeding Naomi, while the others sat down, watching them with warm smiles. Naomi's eyes kept drifting to Jimmy, her brow furrowed in curiosity. She seemed to be studying him, wondering why he had a slight resemblance to her dad and how her dad and Jimmy interacted. Alex noticed her distant gaze
"Are you okay?" bringing her attention back to him. Naomi turned to Alex, leaning closer to him.
"Who is that guy with my dad?" she asked, her voice barely above a whisper. Alex hesitated, unsure of how to respond.
"Um, he..." Alex began, but was interrupted as the door swung open, revealing Elena, Mr. Ruth, and Jimmy's stepbrothers.
Their faces lit up as their eyes met Naomi's, and she looked surprised as well.
"Mom?" Naomi called out, her voice filled with surprise and confusion. Elena rushed to hug her, tears streaming down her face.
"My princess," Elena said, her voice trembling with emotion. "I'm so happy you're awake." Naomi was stiff at first, looking confused, but then she pulled away and caressed her face, holding her hand firmly.
"Naomi, there's something you should know," Mr. Daniels said, his voice gentle but serious. Everyone sighed, anticipating the revelation.
After a minute of explaining everything to Naomi, she looked shocked.
"I have a brother?" she asked, her voice filled with wonder.
"Yes, me," Jimmy said, stepping forward.
Naomi stared at him, still looking confused. She leaned closer to Alex, seeking reassurance.
"Alex, tell me I'm not dreaming," she whispered.
"No, you're not. You actually have a brother."Alex smiled as he replied.
"When did all this happen?" Naomi asked, her eyes locking onto Alex's. "Why am I so lost?"
Philip leaned closer to them, smiling. "Do you two always talk quietly like this?" he asked, Naomi startled and pushed back, her eyes wide with surprise. "I'm Philip, the most handsome of them all," he said proudly, striking a pose.
Nicholas rolled his eyes good-naturedly. "Stop using your status to get attention," he said, playfully hitting Philip on the head.
"And who are you guys?" Naomi asked, confusedly.
"They're your stepbrothers, sis," Mia explained. Naomi's eyes widened in surprise.
"Yes, he's Nicholas, that's Philip, and Evans," Jimmy introduced, smiling.
Naomi's eyes scanned the brothers' faces, taking in their features and trying to process this new information.
She leaned closer to Alex, their foreheads almost touching.
"I have stepbrothers too?" she asked, her voice filled with wonder. Alex nodded, a gentle smile on his face. "Are you sure I'm not dreaming?" she asked, her eyes searching for answers.
Alex quickly kissed her on the lips, and she pushed back, blushing. Everyone in the room gasped in amusement.
"You see, it's not a dream," Alex said, "You don't only have a brother, but three extra brothers."
The four brothers rushed to sit next to Alex on the bed, holding Naomi's hands and resting their faces on her shoulders. Naomi smiled lovely at them, her eyes shining with happiness.
"You are really beautiful, sis," Evans said.
"Exactly," Philip chimed in. "Now I can boast of having the most beautiful big sister in the world." They all laughed, and Naomi's face lit up with a warm smile.
"That's nice," she said. "I'm flattered." They continued chatting and laughing together.
"Can you guys let her finish her meal first?" Alex asked, breaking through their moment.
"Um, I don't think I'll eat anymore," Naomi said. "I'm full already."
"Well, bro, I guess you have a competition now," Nathan said, his voice teasing.
"You are right," Alex replied. "It's four against one."
"Be prepared, bro," Jimmy said, grinning. "You might as well lose your girlfriend to them." They all laughed.
"I think it's my turn now," Elena said, cutting in as the brothers moved away from Naomi.
"Dear, I know I did you a lot of wrong," Elena began, her voice filled with regret. But Naomi interrupted her.
"It's okay, Mom," she said, smiling. "You don't have to apologize. I know you had a reason for what you did. You're my mother, and I couldn't hate you forever."
Tears welled up in Elena's eyes as she looked at Naomi. "I'm so sorry," she sobbed.
"I forgave you a long time ago," she said. "As long as my father can forgive you, who am I not to accept you?"
Elena sniffled, pulling Naomi into a warm hug. "Thank you," she whispered.
"I miss you so much, Mom," She said, her voice muffled against Elena's shoulder.
"I miss you too, my angel," Elena replied, holding her close.
The others in the room smiled, happy to see the reunion between Naomi and her mother.
Later that night, everyone was sleeping in the room, refusing to leave Naomi's side. Mr. Daniels, Elena, and Mrs. Ruth had gone back home, leaving the rest behind.
Naomi woke up, scanning the room to see everyone sleeping. Nathan and Mia were cuddled up on the couch, while the brothers slept on the floor, covered with duvets. Naomi smiled, feeling a sense of warmth and comfort.
Her eyes then landed on Alex, sleeping on the couch with his arms folded across his chest. She smiled, her heart swelling with love.
Naomi got up from the bed and slowly walked over to Alex, covering him with a blanket. She bent down to caress his face, her fingers tracing the contours of his features.
"Why aren't you sleeping?" Alex asked in his sleep, opening his eyes slowly to meet hers. Naomi's heart skipped a beat as their eyes locked.
"Did I wake you?" she asked, her voice barely above a whisper. Alex sat up, pulling her close to his arms, wrapping them around her waist.
"No, you didn't," he replied. "Tell me, why aren't you sleeping?"
"It's lonely on the bed, and it's cold."she leaned into him, her voice husky.
"But your body is warm,"
"Yours is warmer," she replied, snuggling closer to him. "Can I sleep next to you here?" she asked, her eyes looking up at him. Alex nodded, and they lay down on the couch, covering themselves with the blanket.
As they settled in, Alex wrapped his arms around her from behind.
"Much better?" he asked, his breath whispering against her ear she shook her head, and Alex asked, "You're still cold?" She nodded, and then turned to face him, their faces inches apart.
"Maybe we can do something else," she suggested, her face flushing with shyness.
"Like what?" He teased, rubbing his nose against hers. Naomi's face grew even redder.
"Do I really need to say it?" she asked, embarrassed.
"You want a kiss?" He asked. Naomi hid her face in his chest, feeling shy. "Are you shy?" He teased, lifting her chin to meet his gaze. Naomi's eyes locked onto his, her heart racing.
"I..." she began, but Alex's lips silenced her softly. She closed her eyes, responding to his kisses, her body melting into his.
As they kissed passionately, forgetting they weren't alone in the room, Alex caressed her body, his touch sending shivers down her spine.
TBC
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