The best way to end
It’s been three years since she last saw him. But she never gave up hope still waiting for him faithfully hoping for his return while touching the necklace she holds dear. No could compare to him no matter whom. It still hurts everyday as she waited by the phone and in front of the computer. Yet when in front of people she acted as if she was fine, as if nothing was hurting her. The only person who actually knew how she felt was her best friend Beth. Beth tried her best to cheer Samantha up but nothing worked. Samantha would always do her best smile and laugh trying to satisfy Beth’s attempt but Beth always knew they were fake. By looking into Samantha’s eyes, Beth could see the emptiness in her eyes. The only place Samantha could not hide her feelings.
There Samantha was at her favourite coffee shop, drinking a delicious cup of blank coffee. She took a sip of it, hoping it would sooth her pain but it couldn’t this time. The coffee tasted so plain and it didn’t have that pick me up affect in the morning. She thought maybe she had too much coffee but that would be impossible. She loved coffee more than anything. She was lost in her thoughts, not knowing he was right besides her holding a white lily.
"I'm right here Samantha..." She turned to face him only to sigh.
"You must be another one of my imagination." She turned away, looking at her cup of black coffee. Adam wanted to tell her he was real but he could not, once he saw that sad smile on her face. "If it were really you I would tell you how much I missed you and long for your company. How I waited to hear from you to only receive nothing. But for some reason I still love you. Not love you like brothers and sisters but as a lover." She took a deep breath and slowly let it out. "The thing I regret most is not saying it before you left." She bowed down her head till her bangs fell in front of her face, hiding the fact her eyes were teary. "However I can't change the past, I know that but I keep hoping...” She sobbed still holding on to the handle of the cup.
"Samantha I am really here..." Adam put his hand on hers, smiling. Once she felt his touch she knew it was really him, not just her imagination.
"So your really here..." She sobbed and started to cry.
"Please don't cry...Because the last time I saw you cry was at dad's funeral. You rarely ever cry..." He took her hand and put the white lily in it, smiling. "I know you always liked this flower."
"Sadly I hate getting flowers as a present." Samantha sighed and chuckled, looking at Adam.
"That's why I always have back up plan." Adam took out a black hard cover book and a pen, both having a white lily design on it. "So I brought something that will make you happy. Since you always liked to write, I decided to buy you a book and pen. I know it might be a boring thing to get but since it's you. I think it's the best because now every time you write, you will think of me." He smiled and looked at Samantha. "I hope you like it." He gave it to Samantha who accepted it happily.
"I couldn't think of anything better..." She held the book to her chest, hugging it tightly. She wiped away the tears. "Don't think you’re out of trouble for leaving me without any contact. I want an explanation." Samantha said still slightly angry at him, glaring.
"Look at the first page of the book" Adam pointed at the book which Samantha was holding. She opened the book, slightly curious of what she was about to see.
There was 3 words written on the first page, those word were "I love you" with Adam's signature beneath it. Samantha was about to say something before Adam stopped her.
"Turn to the next page." Samantha gave a nod and did as she was told.
“I'm sorry for leaving you for such a long time. I took too long to know whether what I felt was real or not. Maybe by the time you read this you must very angry at me for doing it but I wanted to be sure. During the whole time away from you, I couldn't think of anyone else even the beautiful girls there seemed plain to my eyes. I don't know if you feel the same way but here I am, looking at you with a smile in front of my face. Hoping for the feeling to be replied with the same zeal...” She closed the book and took a deep breath, closing her eyes.
"Will that do for you to forgive me?" Adam said softly, smiling at Samantha. She opened her eyes and saw the smile on his face but she also saw the hesitation in his eyes. He was scared, she would not accept him.
Samantha smiled at him, putting her hand on his cheek. "You already know what I feel about you..." She punched him on the shoulder softly. "I guess I can forgive you for now." She kissed him on the cheek and pinched his cheek. "That's for being sweet."-
Suddenly Adam’s phone rang and it was Mathew, who was waiting for them to come back. “Hi Mathew. What’s up?”
“You know what’s up. You were suppose to be here an hour ago. Where are you?” Mathew said furious.
“I am at the coffee shop with Samantha.” Adam said calmly as if he had not done anything wrong.
“Did you finally confess to her?” Mark said with a calm voice . “So did you?” Adam was blushing too embarrass to say it. “You did then…”
“How did you know?” Adam was surprise, he did not expect Mathew to be a mind reader.
“Just had a feeling that you did…” Mathew smiled, glad to hear they will at last be together. “Anyway mom’s currently waiting for you to get Samantha there as soon as possible. Mom wants to introduce Samantha to Anthony Thomson.”
“You got to be kidding me.” Adam was fuming with jealousy when he remembers that his mother was about to engage Samantha to Anthony if Samantha agrees to do so.
“You can’t tell mom that you both are an item till after the party. I don’t plan on being responsible if mom faints.” Mathew sighed and hanged up after saying “I got to go, mom is going crazy being worried about you guys. No running away and say hi to Samantha for me.”
”Was it Mathew? Why didn’t give it to me? I haven’t talked to him for so long. He’s been too busy with work to talk to me.” Samantha made a sad face so Adam decided to cheer her up.
“Come on. I have a place that much better than talking to Mathew.” Adam took her hand and pulled her up.
“Where is it?” Samantha asked, picking up the gifts that Adam gave putting it into her bag.
“It’s a surprise.” Adam smiled mischievously, entwining their hands together after she slings her bag to her shoulder. “I already bought it.”
Samantha knew what he meant, smiling. “You always know what I need.”
“It’s a talent.” He grinned, when they arrived at the car Adam let go of Samantha’s hand reluctantly.
In the car
“Here’s the coffee. I bought dry cappuccino since you look really tired and really need a pick me up.” Adam gave it to her willingly without any tricks. Of course Samantha found it strange.
“No tricks, no teasing and not even a small prank. Are you sure you’re Adam?” Samantha said teasing him.
Adam started the car and answered “I only teased you to get your attention seeing that I already did, why take the trouble.” He put on his sunglasses and smirked. “I also don’t plan on losing you with my childish act.”
“I actually like your teasing.” Samantha said quietly, hoping Adam would not hear her.
“I guess I have to do it later at home.” He answered smiling. Samantha smiled back, leaning her head on his shoulder falling asleep. Luckily, Adam caught the coffee before it spilled. “Looks like mom doesn’t have to drug you to sleep again…” He laughed softly, before kissing her forehead.
“I knew it…” She mumbled before going back to sleep.
They finally arrived there after 40 minutes of driving, Adam looked out the window and took a deep breath before turning his attention to Samantha. “We’re here, Samantha.” He shook her shoulder, waking her out of her slumber.
“So where are we?” She yawned, closing her mouth with her hand. “You didn’t really explain before we left.” She went out of the car and stretched out her arms, not knowing about the beautiful scene in front of her.
“We stopped by at my favourite place. It is the place I go to when I am confuse or sad. It always calms me down, like coffee to you.”
Samantha opened her eyes and understood why Adam would feel calm looking at such a mesmerizing view. “Wow.”
“You’re speechless.” Adam smiled, leaning on the car.
”How can I, not notice this?” Samantha walked till she was stopped by the highway barrier.
“Because you’re usually asleep…” Adam whispered to her ear, wrapping his arms around her.
“Whose fault would that be?”
“Depends on who is picking you up.” Adam chuckled while Samantha rests her head on his shoulder. He heard her whisper jerk but decided to ignore it and just enjoy the scenery with his loved one. Then the alarm on his watch rang so it was time to go. “Mom and Mathew are waiting for at home since 2 hours ago. I didn’t want to tell you because I wanted you all for myself.”
“It’s okay. Let’s go then Adam.” Samantha tried to get out of the hug but Adam would not let her go. “What’s wrong?”
“We can’t tell anyone that you and I are together because I don’t think you want mom to faint on your birthday tomorrow.” Samantha gave a nod and smiled. “Are you sure?” Samantha gave another nod, kissing him on the cheek. He let her go and they both went back into the car.
The whole way they kept their hand together knowing when they reach there, they have to let go no matter what. Once they arrived, Adam and Samantha let their hands go reluctantly. “Don’t worry, after your birthday party everyone will know you are mine.”
“Possessive much...” Samantha went out of the car, smirking.
“It comes with the territory.” Adam smiled.
“Samantha, you’re finally here.” Their mother came hugging Samantha. “I was so worried.”
“I’m fine mom.” Samantha hugged her back. Mathew came with a hand in his pockets, waving and smiling. Beth was right beside him waving to them too. Samantha waved back, then she remembered something. “Mom I have to give Beth a tour of the house which I had forgotten to do for the past three years.”
“It’s okay.” Their mom let Samantha go letting her go with Beth. “Adam I need your help on something, leaving.” Adam gave a nod and followed their mom. She wanted Mathew to follow but it seemed Mathew had other plans. Samantha gave Beth a tour of her parents place, stopping at the swimming pool because she saw Drake swimming in it. "Drake!" He looked around and finally saw her. He swam to her.
"So you finally arrived." He smirked and got out of the pool only wearing swimming trunks. He walked to the bench and took a towel, drying himself.
"Do you know where my brother is?" She asked him looking at him who had his back towards her.
"Which one is it, Adam or Mathew?" Drake asked turning to face her, drying his hair. He looked at the girl beside Samantha and smirked.
"Mathew. I haven’t seen him anywhere around the house.” She looked a bit sad saying it.
"I'll only answer if you tell me who is she?" He whispered to Samantha's ear, pointing at Beth. Samantha glared at him and protectively hugged Beth who had no idea what's going on except that Drake had a nice body.
"She's my best friend Beth and you are not allowed anywhere near her. She's mine." Beth rolled her eyes and let it be too lazy to have anything to do with it.
"Never knew you were into girls." He chuckled and smirked. Samantha gave him a death glare threatening him. "Alright, your brother is currently out busy preparing something. He'll come back later in the evening so if you want to see him you have to wait. Drake took his shirt and suddenly asked Samantha “Why do you hate me so much?"
"I don't hate you just the fact you're a playboy makes me dislike you. The only reason I can't make you go away is because you're Mathew's best friend." He made a sad smile on his face for a split second, putting on his shirt. Beth saw it and tugged Samantha's shirt and whispered something to her ear. Samantha shook her head but Beth stare made her bow down to Beth wish. "I'm sorry, Drake..." She looked down to her shoes feeling guilty. She continued "You're not a bad person. I'm just jealous you get to spend more time with big bro." She sulked having to tell the truth.
Drake made a small smile and patted her softly on the head. "It's alright. Besides you look cute when you are angry." He teased leaving her and Beth alone. She glared at him from the back while she tried to control herself from beating him up.
Beth simply snickered looking at how childish they were acting. "Anyway Samantha you didn't tell me Drake had a hot body. You only told me he was a jerk."
"He has a hot body!? No! My brother Mathew has a better body than that and he is at least a million times nicer." Samantha explained to Beth with such zeal.
"On the other hand right now we have to go. You're mom told me to tell you to meet her at the living room at 3 o'clock in the afternoon. It's already 2.30 p.m. We have to hurry and get you dressed." Beth pulled Samantha at the wrist to her house.
"Why?" Samantha asked trying to keep up with Beth.
"Too long to explain just go with the flow." Beth grinned and pulled Samantha harder almost making her fall. After Beth got Samantha all dressed up Beth sent her down the stairs to the living room. Samantha wasn't expecting to see visitors especially that guy she always seen at the coffee shop. Her mom greeted her, smiling sweetly. Samantha came right on time. "Samantha I'm please to introduce you to, Mr. And Mrs. Thomson." She shook their hands and smiled, introducing herself to them politely. “Not forgetting their charming son, Anthony."
"Nice to meet you somewhere else rather than the coffee shop Samantha." He smiled at Samantha giving her a kiss on the hand.
Samantha tried to control herself from pulling her hand away not wanting to be rude to the visitors. "Nice to meet you too, Anthony." She gave him a polite smile which was quite a pain for her to do.
"You can just call me Tony." He smiled charmingly. Samantha gave him a nod and pulled her hand slightly so he would get the message. Sadly he did the opposite he entwined their hands together and pulled her to his parents. He whispered something to their ears and they gave a nod to Samantha's mother. Samantha was clueless of what's going on.
Meanwhile the person looking from upstairs was controlling himself from snapping the boys head into half. He decided to leave the house knowing it would be better for everyone if he left the house till mom's plan goes as plan. He took his car keys and went down the stair to the main door. His mom called him to come but he shook his head giving a no as a reply, leaving. Samantha knew something was wrong with Adam so she asked to be excused, following him until she was stopped by Beth. Samantha tugged her hand telling Beth to let go but she shook her head. Samantha simply snatched her hand away from Beth chasing after Adam. Adam didn't even notice Samantha following him. He just continued walking towards his car. Letting the rain soak his clothes, washing away the pain he felt. He didn't care the fact he was walking in the rain with nothing to stop the rain drops from falling to his face hiding the tears that were slipping from his eyes. Adam finally stopped for a while looking up to the sky closing his eyes clearing his mind listening only to the sound around him.
At last he notice someone was following him, he opened his eyes to see an umbrella. He slowly looked beside him to see Samantha holding the umbrella keeping him away from the rain. "Samantha?" He looked surprised and glad to see her.
"Adam let's go inside. It's raining. I don't want you to get a cold during my birthday party tomorrow." She smiled at him.
"How did you know?" He wondered, confuse of how Samantha found out.
"It's not hard to piece the puzzle together because it's quite obvious. Especially when she introduced me to the Thomson's and the big present in your room gave me the biggest hint ever." She snickered as Adam glared at her playfully.
"You can't stop yourself from going through my stuff can you." She shook her head and grins at him. She pulled his hand and guided him back the house.
"Let's get you dried and make a cup of hot tea for you with cookies to nibble on." He enjoyed her hand wrapped around his feeling grateful to have met such a caring person. The sun slowly reappears as the dark clouds are blown away giving the world once again the warmth of sunlight. However as every story a happy moment doesn't last that long because behind the scenes there is someone watching with jealousy glaring at one of them with hatred. The person looked away, smirking thinking about the devious plan the person had planned for the happy couple.
The next day
Samantha woke up to the sound of her mother calling her "Samantha dear wake up..." She said moving Samantha a bit trying to wake her up. Samantha woke up to her mother's call rubbing her eyes and looked at her mother droopily. Samantha looked so adorable making her mother want to just pinch her but she didn't. "It's time to wake up dear." She kissed her on the forehead and smiled at her lovingly. "It's your birthday today and you don't want to be late." She chuckled as Samantha yawned, giving a simple nod. She kissed Samantha on the cheek whispering "Happy 27th birthday Samantha." her mother stood up and walk out of the room. "Just so you know Ren is downstairs waiting for you." Her mother said as she was about to go out of the room.
Samantha's was surprise and yet very excited to see him again. She quickly got ready and hurried walking down the stairs. She looked around for Ren and saw Marie. "Marie have you seen my mother and Ren?" Marie gave a nod and showed Samantha the way. She finally led Samantha to the kitchen where Ren was sitting on a stool eating a cookie while talking to mom. Samantha thanked Marie and told her to meet her before the party. After that she quietly tip toed into the kitchen while her mother and Ren were too busy chit chatting to notice her. She sneaked from behind and hugged Ren who jumped from his seat. "So cute!" She squealed, hugged Ren even closer.
Ren patted her arm and looked at Samantha sighing. "You can't just say hi like a normal person." Her mother smiled seeing her daughter temperament.
"No" Samantha answered while Ren shook his head side to side in frustration, playfully. "I've missed you so much Ren." She kissed his cheek and smiled afterwards.
“I missed you too Samantha. How have you been doing?” Ren asked taking a bite of a cookie, smiling back at her.
“Fine if excluding the fact my mom wants to marry me off to some guy.” She sighed rolling her eyes.
“Hey. I was one of those guys remember.” He said sounding offended by her word.
“But you’re different. You are my best friend ever since kindergarden. I could never hate you.” She hugged him reassuringly and he patted her on the hand, knowing she meant every word she said.
“Samantha dear I can hear everything you have said.” Her mother said shaking her head side to side. Samantha only grinned at her mother before letting Ren go and sitting beside him, planning on also joining him for breakfast. Samantha’s mother left to finish a few unfinished business about the party.
Suddenly Beth yelled from upstairs “Samantha we have to get ready for the party.”
“Come on Ren. Let’s go see Beth. She would be glad to see you!” Samantha said pulling his hand, smiling cheerfully excited to finally let the two old lovers to meet. But a smile was not something that graced Ren’s face, it was a frown that looked so sad it made the joy in Samantha’s heart to disappear.
“What’s wrong Ren?” Samantha stopped and looked at him, concerned. He looked so sad and pitiful it was not like the usually calm Ren. Nothing could ruin his mood.
“I can’t see her. She is going to hate me…:” Ren answered, looking away.
“Look at me….” Samantha ordered him and he obliged reluctantly. She sat back down on the chair, looking into his eyes “She could never hate you… She missed you everyday. No one could make her happy like you, not even me. You’re the only one for her, her soul mate.”
“A soul mate won’t leave their loved one suddenly without saying goodbye.” He said spitefully as if he hated himself for doing it. . He pulled his hand away from Samantha not wanting anyone to touch him.
“Well mine did and he came back so don’t say that….. Please I am begging you to go a see her.” She took his hands and held it firmly. “She’ll be glad to see you. She might be angry at first but once she gets over it. She’ll be the happiest woman in the world.” She smiled trying to reassure him only to be interrupted by Adam who just came into the kitchen, leaning on the doorway.
“Who could your soul mate be Samantha?” Adam said sounding somewhat jealous.
“I wonder who left me 3 years without any contact even after promising he would Skype me everyday…” She said glaring at Adam who simply shrugged his shoulder.
“I don’t know anyone like that…” He answered, acting as if he was thinking really hard. Samantha rolled her eyes and ignored Adam, looking at Ren who was chuckling.
“I knew it…” Ren said before calming down, continue by saying “Maybe your right Samantha, I don’t her being angry at me for a while but being hated by her is something I can’t live with.” Ren said smiling at her. “She also looks cute when she angry.” Ren smirked.
“Now you seem like Drake….” Samantha shook her head side to side and sighed, disappointed of the result she got. “At least I got something rather than nothing….” She thought, smiling looking Ren. Adam patted Samantha’s head and smiled at her, as if congratulating her. Then he left to get ready for the party, taking a sandwich along as breakfast. “I guess this is what I get from liking him.” She sighed playfully before smiling. Adam was pleased to hear that Samantha thought he was her soul mate, because he did too.
“Samantha! Are you coming or not?!” Beth yelled sounding really angry.
“I’m coming!” Samantha replied pulling Ren along with her and this time Ren didn’t resist he simply followed her from behind willingly till they started to go up the stairs. Each step he took seemed harder than the one before because it reminded him of the mistakes he made. The reason why he should be with Beth but suddenly Samantha started talking about the good memories they had together. She was cheering him on because she knew Ren too well to let him to face it alone. “She always knows what I need…” Ren thought, smiling glad to have such a good friend.
When they finally reach the end of the stairs they saw Beth was talking to Drake, laughing and smiling. Ren was about to back away but Samantha was persistent. She wanted Beth to see Ren no matter what.
“Beth!” Samantha called out, hoping Beth would hear her and turn around. Then she did, turning her head to Samantha only to be surprise by Ren’s presence.
Beth slowly walked to Ren and put her hand on his cheek, looking into his eyes. She caressed it tenderly as if afraid she would lose him again with just a single touch.
“You’re really here…” She said as she leans her head on his shoulder. “You’re really here…” She said one last time before tears started to fall out of her eyes wetting Ren’s shoulder.
“I am here…” Ren whispered to her ear slowly putting his arms around Beth, pulling her into an embrace. He lifted her head and kissed her on the forehead, whispering words of comfort and asking forgiveness.
Samantha quietly went to Drake’s side and hit him on the shoulder. “That’s for almost ruining my plan. But it doesn’t really matter anymore because they can finally fill the emptiness in their hearts which had been long left open, that couldn’t be filled with anyone else.
“Never knew you were such a romantic person.” Drake said smirking.
Samantha shrugged her shoulder and smiled. “It comes with the job as a writer and a friend….” She took one last look before walking away leaving her friends to settle their past issues by their own. “Let’s go Drake. We should leave the two love birds alone.” Drake gave a nod and followed her. Samantha went to her room to get ready and stopped Drake just before he could enter her room. “This is as far as you can go.” She said putting her hand in front of his face stopping him. She was about to close the door when Drake suddenly stopped it by putting his hand on the door.
“If only Adam wasn’t in love with you, I would have taken you all for myself.” Drake said before taking his hand away, leaving with a smirk on his face. Because of Samantha’s reaction who was dumbfounded by what she heard before she notice he was only teasing her. She was about to punch him but he was already too far. She slammed the door and Drake heard it his mask fell. Anyone could see the pain in his eyes as he smirked but no one was there to see.
Meanwhile in Samantha’s room it wasn’t so cheerful too with Samantha feeling absolutely angry at Drake.
“How dare he trick me!” Samantha yelled, gripping her hand into a fist. All her yelling stopped once interrupted by her maid, who waiting by the side patiently till her patient snap.
“Sorry to interrupt your tantrum Miss Samantha but can you please calm down. We need to get you ready for the party.” Maria said sternly with Sarah beside her fidgeting.
“I’m sorry….” Samantha walked towards them, sitting on the chair in front of dressing table. “I just got really angry when Drake teased me.” Samantha said crossing her arms in front of her chest.
“Miss Samantha…” Maria said softly, combing Samantha’s hair gently. “Master Drake was simply expressing his discomfort in his own way. Sometimes the way he does it, may cause irritation to you but you need to think rationally Miss Samantha. Even when people joke about something there is always some truth in it.” Samantha wanted to protest but when she gave Maria’s words a chance to seep in, she reconsidered. She let her hands fall to her lap rather than stay on her chest, relaxing her shoulder.
“You’re right Maria…” Samantha said reluctantly, sighing. “You had always been smart. If only you could continue your studies even further. You wouldn’t have to be a maid.” Samantha looked sorry for Maria’s fate.
“I wouldn’t have it any other way being a maid in your family Miss Samantha is the best thing I could ever have. You’re family is neither arrogant nor evil in any way. Other people have worse fate than me. I at least get to meet an amazing family and be able to reunite with my old friend, you.” Maria pulled her hair into a pony tail tying it in place.
“Do you want to wear make up or not? Because I think we should keep it natural.” Maria asked telling Sarah to put the clothes on the bed.
“I don’t want to wear make up especially in the morning. Thanks for asking.” Samantha answered smiling. She wore white skinny jeans with a short green dress. “This is comfortable.”
”You’re going to need it because you will do a lot of walking today. “Maria left the room with Sarah bringing everything except the sneakers for her to wear. Samantha wore the sneakers and went downstairs to see Mathew waiting for her.
“I’ll be your date for the next 6 hours, Miss Samantha.” Mathew bowed, smiling.
“What?”
“You’re birthday will be tonight but for the next four hours I will be your date. I owe you this because I wasn’t there when Adam left, too busy with my work. Will you forgive me?” Mathew held his out hoping Samantha would take it. But Samantha had other plans, walking to Mathew and hugged him.
“Of course I will.” She let him go, smiling. “I can never be angry at my brother who is the best brother in the whole world, so let’s go.” Mathew smiled at his sister and they went out. They visited the places where they usually go as kids, to reminisce of the past when their dad was around.
“I couldn’t wish for a better date with my brother.” Samantha said with a cheerful smile on her face. The day was finished and they were about to go home. “I wish it would never end.”
“All things come to an end, it only depend on you how it will end.” Mathew patted her on the head softly. Samantha gave a nod, hugging the stuffed panda he got her. “When we get home, you’ll be a good little sister and get ready. I promise you it will be the best birthday you’ll ever have. Okay?”
“Okay, I will.” Samantha slowly doze a sleep on the way home. The last place they visited was an amusement park they went with their dad before his sickness took over his life. The bear Samantha loved so much was won by her dad in one of the park games there. Now she had another one she can cherish given by her brother, hopefully he will be able to stay and protect her longer than their father did.
“Samantha we’re home.” Samantha opened her eyes and saw they have arrived. She yawned and went out of the car. “I have to do a few errands to do. Don’t worry I be there at your birthday party I promise.”
“I know you will and thanks Mathew. You are the best brother in the whole universe.” Samantha closed the door and waved him good bye. Mathew drove off and suddenly Samantha got a text message, it was from Mathew. She read it out and smiled.
“You’re the best sister in the whole universe.” She chuckled and went into the house. Maria and Sarah got her ready for the party. This time she wore a stunning red dress with a mini black jacket and black cage heels. “I should get going. Maria and Sarah, thank you for making me look beautiful on my birthday.”
“You’re welcomed.” They both said packing their stuff, smiling.
“Maria and Sarah please join the party. I am giving both of you permission to take the day off.” Samantha pulled them away from their work and held their hands.
“I rather not, I have to help out with the party Miss Samantha. But I think Maria should go, it’s been a long time since she had a day off.” Sarah pulled her hand away, putting Maria’s hand instead. “You need the break.”
“I got the dress just for you.” Samantha pulled out one of her dresses and gave it to Maria. “I hope you don’t mind borrowing mine.”
“I don’t think I should…” Maria gave the dress back to Samantha, shaking her head.
“You should, just this once as a favour to me.” Samantha put the dress on to her bed and looked at Sarah. “I have to leave but Sarah, please get her ready for the party. There will be a man waiting for you at the stairs once you finish.” Samantha went out of her room and walked down the stairs. She looked around and saw no one till she heard Adam’s voice.
“Wow you’re actually here before me.” Adam said surprise, still trying to get his tie on.
“I guess I am the prince charming today and you’re the damsel in distress.” Samantha joked, snickering. “Here let me help you.” She took only one try to get in right, putting the tie into his tux. “There you go.”
“I see you’re wearing the necklace.” Adam pointed at the necklace which he had given her before he left.
“I never took it off. It was the only key to remind me you’re there in my heart.” Samantha touched the necklace and made a small smile.
“I promised you that after the party everyone will know that you’re mine but you look too beautiful. I don’t want anyone to take you away so Samantha will you marry me?” He bent to one of his knees, holding out a box. Adam opened it and it was a ring, a diamond ring.
Samantha was overwhelmed with joy when she heard him say that. “Yes I will…” She pulled him up and kissed him. “Mathew was right, this is the best birthday ever.”
“I am glad to hear that…” Mathew said softly, hiding behind the door of the main entrance.
“We should leave then, Mathew. Let them enjoy this moment.” Mathew held out his hand and she took it. “I can finally let go.” She whispered to herself, smiling.
Meanwhile Drake was meeting the girl of his dream when he knocked on the door of Samantha’s room, it was Maria. He fell in love with her at first sight and what a way to fall in love.
Adam and Samantha announce their engagement at the party. Their mother did not faint luckily, she was instead pleased to see her children all happy and excited. She gave her blessing willingly, wishing them the best in their future life together. It was a birthday to remember and shared by both of them till the day they both die.
The End
