Chapter 26 LoveObsession
That night Rose was involved in a serious discussion with William, whereas Willam was listening to his wife with interest
“Can you imagine Stephen used to lock her door at night and make sure about her midnight hunger by arranging the food hampers?"
"How are you sure, wife, that it was Stephen and not Steve?”
“Steve will never plan something like this. He doesn’t have this much courage or brain. I am still surprised that Stephen was hiding his feelings from me. And how could I never get a hint about his affection for Eva? “
William smirked. "So now you realize that day when I told you about them, but you denied it without giving a thought to this."
Rose took a deep breath as her husband was stating the fact. William again started the conversation.
“So tell me, what’s the plan now? Are you going to interrogate Stephen?"
Rose chuckled, “don’t you know how smart Stephen is and equally stubborn, but I know one way from which he could accept his love for Eva? “
“Really! Can you please enlighten me too? I mean, I will love to help you? ‘
Rose gave a warm smile to William and started, “Of course I will. Anyway, this plan will fail without your help.'
William gave a nod to his wife.
The next morning, after breakfast, William called Steve and Stephen into the study room.
Both the brothers entered the study room with puzzled expressions on their faces as they were still wondering about the reason for this sudden meeting.
When all of them got settled in their respective chairs.
William began the play, “We called you to discuss a very important matter, you both."
. “Can we know what this is all about? . Stephen inquired
“About Eva, “ Rose answered
Stephen's body posture became stiff. He hid his genuine expression, but now he was eager to know about this issue.
“What about her mom? She is doing fine, right? “ Steve asked in suspicion
"Yes, she is fine, but yesterday she told me something that made me disturbed. You know someone used to lock her door at night., knowing very well that she is habitual to eating something at midnight. Leaving someone for starving is a brutal act; it’s like a sin.
Stephen raised an eyebrow at her mother, wondering why Eva didn’t disclose the whole thing to his mother and why she didn’t mention the hamper that he used to place in her room.
Why the hell is Eva lying? He never wanted Eva to starve.
That’s why he took care that the food hamper should always be handy to her.
Steve didn’t reply. He knew who must have done that, but for now, he had to act surprised
“What? Is this possible, mom? After all, it’s our home. Then who has the guts to do this? Poor Eva, she used to stay hungry at night just because of someone’s fun.”
Stephen glared at Steve for his words, but the next moment, her words shocked both of them
“Don’t you act innocent, Steve? I know it’s you. That naive girl made you her friend, and what you did in return, you famished her, and what happens if an accident appears and how she will escape from a locked room?”
“What? No, I did nothing like this. I am not that cruel and stone-hearted. “ Again, Steve played with fire as Stephen kept glaring at him with a hard look
“What made you think we would believe you? At first I was upset with your Australia trip, but now I think it will be better that you stay away from home at least till Eva is staying here. trip,
Steve glared at Stephen; he was expecting some facts from him too. Rose noticed Steve’s attention towards Stephen, and she understood that Steve already knew about Stephen’s feelings towards Stephen.
Stephen's confession began, but it did not meet Rose's and William's expectations.
“Mom Steve did nothing. It was me who used to lock her door and unlock it in the early morning.
“You… but why and what is the need to do that? “
“Mom, you remember how she reached my room at midnight by mistake? Thankfully it was me, so she was safe. But what if she stumbled on the stairs or got into some big problem? She is our responsibility, so for her safety I used to lock her door, and you are wrong on one point. I don’t know why she didn’t tell you, but I used to arrange for a food hamper in her room so that she couldn’t starve.
As I am not so cold-hearted or a sinner to make her starve. "
“Ooh! So you are the one who arranges for that hamper. She told me that, but I want to hear from the culprit’s mouth, so I skip that part.”
Stephen perked an eyebrow at his mother
“Wow! Good to know, mom. You think saving a naive girl from getting into trouble and arranging food for her is a crime, as you are addressing your son as the culprit. I only did this for her safety
That’s all I have to say now. I am getting late. See you in the evening."
Stephen stated this in an icy voice and left for his office. Soon Steve also left for his work
William chuckled at his son’s smartness, which made Rose more furious. She expected that this interrogation will be fruitful and Stephen will accept his feelings for Eva, but he turned the table and name his feelings as care and love
But Rose was confident about one thing: how long is Stephen going to hide his genuine emotions from Eva? Soon he will come to her to share his genuine feelings
And she is ready to wait for that
Whereas in lunchtime, Stephen called Richard and Steve into his office
to discuss something
Steve was already furious with Stephen for concealing his true feelings for Eva from their mom
“Why don’t you tell mom and dad?”
“Yes, so that mom would start the preparation for my wedding. Don’t you know how over-excited and impatient she is? “
‘ So that’s even better. You must have told her, you know you missed a golden opportunity here, “Steve stated in a furious tone
Richard didn’t remark, as he wanted to know more about Stephen’s thought process
“But I don’t want that?”
“What exactly? You don’t want to marry Eva; don’t you dare to play with her! “ Steve shouted at Stephen
“Shut up. I am not like you, Steve; I just want some time at first. Eva should know about my feelings for her.” Stephen retorted.
‘ But what if she rejected you? “ Richard asked in a hard tone “
“Then I will try my best to convince her, and if she still refuses, then I will respect her decision.”
Richard gave a nod at him, and Steve was also relieved that Stephen would not pressurize her for this wedding.
“From next week onwards Eva is joining the classes again, and then she will be busy with her routine, and you are always busy with your work, so when will you try to impress her? I mean, when will you manage spare time to spend with her?”
"Yes, you are right, but you know how many new projects lined up for our company, so I cannot ignore this work."
“So what’s the plan now?
‘ I don’t know, as I can hardly meet her at breakfast and dinner time. I try my best to have don’t miss any of this meal.” “
“This is not enough. We have to plan something more; let me think.” Richard stated
Stephen kept quiet, noticing the expressions of his brother and friend. He knows how cupid these both can be, and then they are the only ones who will help him in this matter.
Soon Steve jumped in his place. "I got it. Eva is new to this city. She didn’t get time to explore the places, so what if we could plan a trip to an amusement park with her? It bore her with all her resting periods, so she will happily agree with this.”
“Yes, that sounds like a brilliant plan, so plan it for this weekend and I Will also join you.” “
Stephen glared at them. "So you both will join Eva and me at the amusement park. Can you please enlighten me on how it will help me, as she will avoid me and keep herself near to both of you?"
Richard and Steve share an eye lock and they burst into laughter, which made Stephen more furious
“Why are you so impatient? We, Will, make sure that you both mean Eva and you will enjoy this trip with each other, “Richard teased him
‘ And how will you do that? “
‘Leave it on me."
Stephen just shrugged his shoulders.
That night at the dinner table, Eva was also present after a week. Steve announced his plan for the weekend, and, as expected, Eva got excited as a child. Listening about Richard will also bring her face lit up
“Wow, how exciting it will be! You know I always wish to try on those rides. Rose, why don’t you both also join us?”
“It’s a nice idea, dear, but I have to accompany William for a monthly check-up as I already fixed this appointment, so you guys carry on.”
“OK. “ Eva nods at them
The day arrived when they had to visit an amusement park.
Eva kept making plans for which ride she was going to try.
Steve enjoyed looking at her excitement but also had concerns about how she would react when left alone with Stephen.
When they reached the amusement park, they found Richard already waiting for them.
He greeted all of them and Eva greeted him with a warm smile
Stephen hates this moment, as she used to reward her smile to every other person except him.
The moment Eva entered the amusement park, her eyes sparkled looking at the surroundings. She got excited, like a child who got her favorite candy.
She dragged Steve for one ride. Stephen kept following them in slow steps; he didn't know what these fools named Steve and Richard planned for today, but for the time being, he was getting irritated by the way Eva was clinging to them.
After two rides, Steve declared a snack break. Eva was not feeling any hunger, maybe because of her excitement. Despite that, she agreed. When they were having snacks, Steve got a call from his office. After completing his talk, he declared sadly,
“Sorry guys, but I have to leave as some important delegates arrive in my office. It was a sudden meeting, so I had to leave. Sorry Eva but next time I will make up for this. “
Eva was upset by this news but she could understand that work is also important so she stated with a smile, hiding her disappointment
. It’s alright, Steve, you can carry on.”
Steve muttered a small thank-you to Eva and secretly winked at Stephen, who just shook his head at his tease.
Again, the amusement trip got started. Eva noticed a roller coaster ride, which was looking very dangerous but exciting too. She wanted to try this, but not alone, so she looked at Richard.
Richard understood her unasked question and declared in a sad voice, "Sorry to disappoint you dearly, but I am terrified of heights. You know this type of ride makes me nauseous, so I don’t think I can accompany you, but I think Stephen will not mind. Right Stephen"
Stephen wanted to accept this but Eva cut him before he could reply
‘It’s ok; don’t bother him. I will manage
Stating that Eva left from there, she didn’t notice that her actions made someone more frantic. Stephen was feeling outraged by the way she refused him, but he was not someone who would give up so soon.
The moment Eva got settled on the ride seat, she was busy checking the locks of the seat. To be truthful, it scared her to be alone on this ride. But it was much better to be seated beside the devil, as his presence should have made her condition worse.
She was busy in thought when she felt a presence beside her. It was simple to know that some other person had occupied the seat next to her.
She looked around to see the person sitting next to her, but her face got pale when she noticed Stephen sitting beside her.
Stephen didn’t glance at her, and soon the ride got started.
Eva shrieked at the sudden movement and held his hand in anxiety. Stephen held her soft hand in his firm grip.
“That day I lied to Richard. I realize now that no matter if you accept me or not, I don’t care for your consent anymore because you are mine and only mine, Eva Johnson., so I will not let you go now. I will make sure that you will always be mine.”
Stephen decided in his mind. As he was now totally obsessed with the girl named Eva Johnson