Chapter 9 FEAR OF LOSING
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ADELINE
I cursed at myself for waking up late. It was 8;19 and aurora had just arrived to get me for breakfast but I overslept. Quickly brushing my hairs, I grabbed my phone before rushing out of my room.
I started running knowing I would be getting scolded by my teachers today. I quickly rushed towards the stairs when I realized, I …… left my wallet.
Such a dumbass I am.
I turned around in such a quick motion when…… my feet slipped. My eyes widened in horror as I felt my balance dropping. My hands extended out to hold the railing but gasped when nothing came in my hand.
It was the moment I realized, I was gonna be hurt so bad.
Soon, my back hit the stairs and not only that, I could feel the back of my head hitting the stairs before my body rolled down like a ball. I gasped and soon heard the loud screams calling for my name.
I gasped as I felt …… someone grabbing my arm and pulling my body up a little to save my head from getting banged and I gasped. Sharp pain hitting every inch of my body but my head hurt the most.
“ Adeline! “
The voice was loud and clear, filled with concern. I immediately recognized the voice. Luciano. I slowly opened my eyes.
Tried to.
I gasped and opened my eyes but the vision was too blurry to see.
“ call the fucking doctor! “
I heard him growl as I felt him arms lifting me up. My body automatically leaned in his chest for warmth as my body ached badly. I heard shuffling and murmurs of everyone before I felt Luciano climbing the stairs probably taking me to my bedroom.
The sharp pain at the back of my head became unalterable and I could feel myself losing consciousness.
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LUCIANO
I kicked open her bedroom’s door and rushed to get her to bed as Bianca, her mother, Isabella rushed after me to get to her.
“ baby “
Isabella moved forward and softly touched her hand. Isabella was like that, sensitive and caring but most importantly, she loved Adeline like her own child.
Bianca moved closer to Adeline from other side as she placed her hand on Adeline’s forehead.
“ my poor baby “
“ the doctor is here “
Braxton informed me and I turned back to look at the doctor. Our gaze met and I stepped back to give him way to check Adeline. Isabella stepped aside as the doctor started examining Adeline.
Christian must have informed the doctor about Adeline’s fall from stairs because he did not ask any questions.
My heartbeat fastened seeing her laying with her eyes closed, unmoving. The thought of losing her hit me and my body trembled. I could not afford to lose someone again. Someone so close to me.
Ricardo’s death was already such a tragedy and I could not bear to afford more.
I clenched my fists and watched the doctor with my burning gaze.
“ her head has gotten hurt. Not too deep but it could be dangerous since brain is a very sensitive organ. she might stay unconscious for a while but the medicines might help “
He stood up and handed out the prescription and Isabella thanked him and I gave him a nod as he stepped out.
“ I have told her to be careful but she doesn’t listen “
Bianca sighed and wiped her tears away. I clenched my fists in anger and gave Adeline one last look before walking out of the room.
I took out my phone and dialed a number before putting against my ear.
“ cancel all my meetings “
I sighed in frustration and literally held back from smashing the phone. I walked inside my office and ripped off my blazer before closing my eyes.
“ calm down Luciano “
Christian’s voice hit me suddenly and I let out a deep sigh.
“ she fucking got hurt in her own house “
“ it was her own mistake “
I glared at Christian as he stood in front of me with his cold face. My eyes burned in rage. Whatever it is, whether it’s her mistake or mine, she should not get hurt.
“ you can’t just cancel your meetings for her “
I stood up straight and looked at Christian as he continued to spit words.
“ she is your best friend’s daughter and I agree after him, you’re the man to protect her but I think becoming so restless to the point that Luciano Morelli is cancelling his meetings. It’s not the Luciano I have known since childhood “
I clenched my fists.
“ she is important “
I gritted through my teeth and my jaw clenched. His words hitting me like an arrow.
“ she is important but not special or …… is she ? “
My eyebrows scrunched as I refused to let myself understand what he’d just stated.
“ special- “
“ don’t make her special. Fucking control yourself. The doctor checked her and she’s fine. Don’t be so restless like a fucking lover “
“ there is nothing like that! I can’t fucking afford to lose her “
“ will you let her walk away from you? “
His words made my heart to drop. Walk away from me- the thought of losing me shook me and her walking away wouldn’t be so bearable either.
I looked at Christian and he looked at me with a slight genuine smile on his face which made me frown deeper than ever.
“ you have always been restless when it comes to her. You can’t afford to lose her. You can’t see her walking away from you. Everything is pointing towards one thing- “
“ shut up! “
My voice came out as a growl as I warned Christian to complete those words. My eyes burned with rage and anger.
“ she is a family. My best friend’s daughter and nothing more! “
“ then fucking make it clear to her. You both shared something intimate not once but twice and mistakes don’t happen twice “
“ get that in your fucking mind that if it happened again, you’ll be losing some real shit Luciano. “