Chapter 33 Some conclusions
The next morning, when Eva and her friends get ready to join the dining room, Eva gives some brains to her friends, as last night at the party, their fangirl moment embarrassed her.
Eva noticed she was the only one who was ready in a simple tracksuit. she spotted her friends were dressed up like they were going to attend some party or event in that expensive dresses
“What the hell? Where do you all think you are going? “
“What? … of course breakfast?”
“Yah! like this “
. The three girls look at themself, then at each other
“Yes, what’s wrong?
“Everything, just change your dresses now."
“No, why should we? I mean, it took us hours to get ready, or you are saying we are still not looking good.”
“Yes, she means the latter one only; ok, then Eva, you could guide us before only."
“Nevermind Madison, we can change it now. Tell us what we should wear.”
“Some decent clothes, for heaven’s sake. They are celebrities from the outside world, but in their house, they are normal people like us. Change your dresses first, or else I am ordering breakfast in this room only, so now it’s your choice."
The three girls pouted at the hard work they did on looking presentable, but they knew Eva would do exactly as she spoke, and they didn’t want to miss the chance to catch sight of the Greek gods. So they changed their dresses into simple pairs of jeans and tops.
Eva noticed their dull faces
“I know you all like the Smith brothers, but try to understand my situation. We all are guests here
Please, for my sake, behave properly.
The three bobbed their heads up and down in agreement.
Soon, they left for the dining room.
All the girls greeted the Smith couple and Michael and then got settled on vacant chairs. Soon, breakfast was served, and the girls started with their breakfast.
Moments later, the Smith brothers arrived at the table. They both also wished everyone got settled in their places. The girls could not resist gawking at them. Those two were looking more dashing in their casual wear as it was the weekend, so they were not wearing their formalwear.
. The three girls couldn’t stop themselves from checking out the hot male species Eva didn’t notice at first, but when she glanced at Madison, who was so lost in looking at them, she put her fork in the fruit first, then she dipped it in tomato sauce.
Eva whispered her name, so Madison thought Eva was asking to feed Joey, so she took the fork and fed Joey with it.
Joey was so lost in her world that she took a bite of it without even caring what and why Madison is feeding her?
The moment she tasted it, she coughed hard, on which Eva told Sara to pass water to her but who she was kidding, as Sara was also lost in gaping at them.
She passed the water to Madison, who drank it gladly
Eva had enough of this nonsense, so at last she coughed, and it worked. The three friends looked at Eva, who was already glaring at them
The three of them muttered a small sorry to her, but soon the secret conversation halted when they heard a chuckle as William, Stephen, Steve, and Michael all were laughing at their actions
Eva felt more embarrassed, and her friends felt bad, making Eva ashamed in front of a smith family
William started the conversation to lighten the mood. "It’s ok, dear; we are quite habitual of reactions from girls for our sons. So it’s perfectly fine."
Eva gave a grateful nod to William, but in reality, her friend’s behavior irritated her
Rose also tried to make them comfortable
“So I just want to inform you that today we are going out.”
“Out? But where and why?”
"Ooh, come on, Eva, don’t you want your friends to tour the city? I know that exploring the entire city is not possible in a day. But at least they could go to the famous malls of LA.
“Okay, I mean, but they are leaving tonight only, so we have to return home before dinner time. I mean, they will have to do some packing too
“Yes, yes, of course, and by the way, Steve and Stephen are also joining us today as it’s their off."
“Why? No … I mean, there is no need to take trouble for us; we will be fine with Rose. “ Eva oppose the idea only
"It's the weekend, Eva. Do you want me to work today too? “ Steve complained. Eva just shook her head in reply.
Eva’s mood spoiled listening to this information. Stephen was keenly noticing her; he understood why her mood had gotten off suddenly, so he gave her what she must be wishing for.
"Mom, you all go ahead with your plan. I will join you all later, as I have some important matters to attend to .“
Michael and William also denied going with them as they have to discuss something important with the lawyer
Eva was more relieved to know this and Stephen observed this too
Steve also declined to join them as he also wanted Eva to spend some fun time with their friends. So he went to meet some of his friends
The moment they left, William told Stephen to join Michael in the study room
Stephen was not expecting this, but he thought maybe they wanted to discuss something important the moment he entered the study room. Michael passed him a file and signaled Stephen to go through the papers
Stephen’s eyes got wide in surprise when he read the file. It was property papers and Eva was the owner of 55% of shares of Hudson Group
Stephen glanced at Michael in surprise. ‘ What is this? Hudson group, but why?
“Because Eva’s mother was the daughter and then only sister of Liam Hudson.
As you know, Lisa and I married against her family’s will, so her family split up all ties with Lisa.
But when Eva was born, Lisa’s father was on deathbed, so he called us and wanted to give Lisa’s share to her, but Lisa knew her brother’s real personality.
She knows very well that if she accepts this property, then her brother will not even hesitate to kill all of us.
So she refused to take this, but her dad made a secret.
I came to know about this a year before when the lawyer to Mr. Hudson notified me about it, so as now Eva is 21 according to this will, she is the rightful owner of this possession. ”
‘ I hope they will not be behind Eva’s life now. ‘ Stephen muttered
“Hmm, that’s the only thing that I am worried about. You know, when I got this transfer order, if I wanted, I would have let Eva stay at any of her friend’s homes, but I just don’t want to leave her alone, so I asked for help from your mother; that’s why Eva is staying here."
“You made a wise decision. Don’t worry, she is safe here, ‘William stated
“I know that, but I am worried for the future, as soon as Liam will also get notified about this and you know him well. He that, always kept hating Liza and was glad that she is no more the heir of their ancestral property, but now he will not keep quiet.”
Stephen was listening to all this with a stern face; the thought of someone hurting Eva was killing him already.
“William I am not worried about my life but I don’t want Eva to get hurt.
You know I am getting old. I was just thinking about her marriage.
I want her to get married to an influential man who can save her from these dangers and also take care of her more than I cherish her in every way. You all know how na?ve she is."
William pressed his palm. ‘ don’t worry, we will find the best man for her.'
“No need now, as I already found the perfect life partner for my Eva.”
Stephen looked at Michael with a jerk. His heart started running a marathon. He fisted his palms to control his rage, as he will never allow Eva to get married to someone else than him
Whereas William understood what was coming up, Still he asked,
‘’Really, then tell me who he is."
‘ Your son Stephen, I mean only if he has no problem with it. I know Eva is not like your high society girls, but if still Stephen is ready to accept her wholeheartedly, then I will love to have him as my son-in-law.
Stephen blinked his eyes twice to believe what he was hearing too, but he has to control his excitement
“Stephen, there is no pressure or hurry. You can take your time to decide. I just want to make you notice it, as I already found you perfect for her in every way. And only after your approval I will talk to Eva. “
Stephen held his emotions and then answered him, ‘I will love to have Eva as my wife, but before you talk to her, I want to propose to her in my way."
‘ Wait, you are putting up with it too fast, son. Michael can wait. Take your time'.' William wanted to tease his overexcited son
“Dad, I want to confess something. I wanted to talk about this in different situations and wait for the right time, but I think the time has come. I loved your daughter from the moment she arrived at our home.
Michael smiled., whereas William acted shocked but smiled and started
"Well then, I would also like to confess something. Actually, we knew your feelings much before but we were waiting for your confession. “knew
“You mean mom knows about this? “
“Yes, of course."
"Well, actually, your eyes tell it all the way you kept admiring my daughter. You know it’s easy to know.” Michael teased him
Rose and the girls reached the mall. The girls were watching everything in astonishment.
They visited malls in different cities before too, but those were not as vast as this one
Eva was also enjoying her time with their friends after a long time. Eva and her friends check out different stores and different showrooms
They used to try on some dresses. Eva also liked some dresses, but she used to check the price tag first and then she used to drop the idea of investing so much money in them.
In one store, Sara forgot her phone, so she quickly returned to the store to collect her phone. Soon she found it. Suddenly, she noticed a man who was buying all the stuff that Eva selected for herself. Sara was little surprised but then she shrugged off the thought and reached to her friends
Whereas Sara, Madison, and Joey bought some stuff that was on sale. Eva kept helping them in selecting the stuff. whereas Rose kept admiring the bond between them and also how considerate all these girls are
Stephen called his mother to notify her about the lunch booking in the nearby hotel, as Richard has invited all of them for lunch in his hotel
Rose bought some gifts for these three girls
Eva tried hard to stop her, as she knew it must cost Rose a fortune, and she doesn’t want to burden her more.
Sara, Madison, and Joey also tried to stop Rose, but she was adamant about it. So at last they have to accept it
Soon, they finished strolling and left for the hotel. Reaching the hotel, they found Stephen Michael and William already waiting for them
Richard also warmly welcomed all of them.
They served lunch soon. All the time, Eva felt a pair of eyes on her, so she looked around and found Stephen already looking at her.
Their eyes met for a second. Stephen didn’t turn his gaze, and he smiled at her.
Eva thought her mind was playing with her, so she quickly averted her eyes and focused on her food as she was feeling nervous by her constant gaze.
Eva found it very exceptional. It was like something was wrong with him
Sara was also observing this. The moment she met Stephen, she was also going through a confused state of mind as Eva declined to have an affair with Stephen, but Stephen’s eyes are telling some other tale.
The way he looked at Eva with so much love and adoration was making her doubt more strong that Stephen has something for Eva.
Sara knew Eva since childhood. They are BFFs, so they know the flaws of each other too.
Sara knew how na?ve Eva was in this matter, so it’s nothing surprising if Eva couldn’t notice, or maybe she knew it but was hiding from them.
Soon, the evening arrived. All the friends bid goodbye to the family, and Eva wished to accompany her friends to the airport, so Rose also tagged along with them, as she knew Eva would feel emotional after bidding them farewell.
When they reached the airport, Sara made an excuse to the washroom and signaled Eva to tag along with her. Whereas Madison and Joey were still. busy clicking selfies with Steve and rose
The moment they entered the washroom,
Sara inquired her doubt: ‘You’re lying about dating Stephen. See Eva, if you both are together, then we are all happy for you. I don’t think there is a need for these lies.
"Are you mad or what? I am not dating him, and there is nothing between us. To be truthful, I feel only one emotion for him, and it is fear, and only fear. Tell me one thing: how did you even come to this conclusion? “
Sara kept gawking at Eva in wonder, as whenever she noticed Stephen, she found him staring at Eva with so much emotion in his eyes. But now, as she listened to Eva's words, she felt scared for her.
Glaring at Sara, who was lost in deep thought, Eva shook her shoulders.
“Are you ok? Now if you are done, then we should leave."
Eva was going to exit the washroom but Sara pulled her back and started with her doubt
“Eva listens to me carefully. I know how na?ve you can be, but whatever I notice, I want to tell you. I think Stephen is in love with you.
Eva’s eyes got wide in surprise