Chapter 39

**Zara's POV**

I am now here in Pampanga. Mom took me here and arranged for the wedding planner and designer she knew. Her name is Adelaide Perez, and she is a well-known wedding planner. My mother-in-law really does not want to part with my husband and my marriage.

And speaking of Lucas Blackwood, until now he has not. I've been messing with it in the message for a while now. Mrs. also noticed that. My mood is lost because of Perez and Mom.

"Are you okay?" Mom asked. It was only then that I lost my attention on my Messenger and removed the frown from my forehead.

"It's okay; I just messaged Lucas to see where he is," I said calmly.

Mrs. spoke. Perez. "Oh, it's dead time. There are a lot of cars on the road, and Mr. Blackwood is sure to be stuck in the rush of traffic."

Mrs. Perez explained the motif of my wedding. It will have a forest motif. It's like being in Twilight, and that makes me super excited, and I can't stop my ears from clapping with joy.

It was explained what should be included in my husband's wedding. We were about to finish when the door opened and Lucas was spat out with a box. The hotdog buns I bought! Yessss!

I don't know, and I'm too obsessed with hotdogs. I still like the long, fat hotdog. That's the hot dog I crave.

I looked at him badly because of that.

He took a long time to arrive. "That's mine," I said rudely as I took the box of buns. Yehey! hot dogs!

"I'm sorry, dear, there's really a lot of traffic on the road," my husband said while apologising. I ignored him. I'm irritated with him!

"Go ahead, go ahead!" I said it grumpily. Sometimes I don't even know what kind of mood I'm in.

My husband frowned and turned to his mom and Mrs. Perez.

"Can I use your bathroom?" he asked.

"Oh sure, Marco! Please assist Mr. Blackwood," Mrs. Perez ordered his assistant. When Lucas left and went to the comfort room, suddenly someone called Mrs. Perez, and mom left us first.

At that time, I couldn't hold back anymore; I was so hungry and drooling, which is why I took my hot dog buns and ate them. I moan at the delicious savoury taste. This is so good.

"Son, Zara? Can I ask you something? They say you are craving hotdogs, are unusually moody, and are easily irritated. I just want to confirm it with you. My son is totally clueless about it. Is my suspicion correct?" I won't be surprised if Mom finds out. She is also a woman, and she knows the signs of pregnancy cravings and mood swings.

I nodded, and she squealed happily as I confirmed it to her. "This is so much happiness! It needs celebration! It needs a gender reveal party, a baby shower, and more!"

Actually, mom, I would like for our wedding, the wedding cake itself, to be our gender reveal party. I want to keep it a secret from Lucas until that time. I want to surprise him," he said. me while rubbing my stomach.

"Of course, this will be our secret for now. But I will also tell Artemis this so that your gown can be customised and your stomach will not be pinched. You should also be careful, right? Always look at your diet, don't move too much, and don't stress, according to my son. If he ever did something to make you stressed, call me and I will spink that hard-headed husband of yours," said mom. I hope all in-laws are this kind. And I am so lucky to have one.

Lucas is back from hibernation. He immediately came to my side and held my hand. It whispered to me.

"I'm sorry, dear; can you forgive me?" He said it as if begging. I am gaga with conscience. My unsuspecting husband was empathising with my pregnancy, my mood swings, and my irritability.

"I'm sorry, dear..." I kiss him on his cheeks, which makes the crazy guy happy.

"It's good," he said. We didn't realise that Mom and Mrs. were looking at us the same way. Perez, who is also thrilled. I blushed with embarrassment.

We got home right before noon. Crayon and Dion watched over our son. We spent the night there at the mansion and spent the whole day there.

The next day, we also went home. Actually, it was just me and Lucas, and the grandparents borrowed their grandson again. And my son is happy because it is spoiled.

Lucas is going back to work. So I'm a little too emotional. He doesn't want to leave me because I cry a lot.

"Are you really okay, my love? Do you want to see a doctor?" I just shook my head while crying.

"I am okay, Lucas. Go ahead, and you will be late for work." I wiped my mucus at the same time. This is why my tears are really shallow.

"Then why are you crying, dear? Are you not feeling well? Just tell me, and I will just skip this appointment. You are still more important than anything else, my love. Remember that. Always?" He said this while kissing his forehead.

Thank goodness, I can still convince him. Even though my husband was hesitant or sceptical, I forced him to work. He still needs to work and face his other obligations. As long as he gets home with a hot dog! That's it. I would like the one at Seven Eleven.

While I was in the living room reading my monthly reports and the news about my business, someone called me. A very familiar voice that I haven't heard in over a month. I really miss my boy's best friend!

"Nick! And last time you made me feel, I miss you, Nick," I said, while I couldn't hide the joy in my tone.

His voice was baritone and seemed raspy. "Hi Al, how are you? I miss you too," he said. I can hear the sincerity in his voice.

I don't know this guy, but I sneezed, and then my eyes rolled. I don't know what to believe about this man.

"To everyone who misses you You're the one who doesn't know how to say hello, reply to my direct message or private message to you, or answer my calls. Yes, of course, Nick, you do miss me," I said in an obviously sarcastic voice.

"You're like my girlfriend who is jealous of what I said, Al," he teased on the other line. I raised my eyebrows there!

"As if!  Why, k

"If we have a problem, Nick, say it, not just avoid it," I said seriously.

I heard him sigh on the other line. "If you only knew, I'm looking for the right time to confess to the woman I love," he said. Why! It looks like Antoinette and I will be next.

"That's good! And since you're the only single one of our friends, what's the news?" I will ask.

"I really need your help; just come here to the condo. If you're not doing anything," Why, and now he's embarrassed. I think of him like an older brother.

"What are you doing? It's just a small thing. Just wait there, and I'll be on my way. I'll help you find that girl who's your type. Don't let me down! It's like you weren't a chickboy when we were in college," I added jokingly. I can hear his small laugh on the other line.

"I hope he sees me, okay? And I'll just wait for you, right?" Hey Nick, you deserve someone better. Very kind and very sweet man.

I immediately went to his condo. It's close to our alma mater, which is why Antoinette and I used to hang out at his condo during college. Especially when the academic year is coming to an end and there is nothing to do. Because their kitchen was always full of food, that's why I got a little fat in college. I just lost weight with the consumption provided by Lucas.

As I was driving the car, I couldn't help but think that Nick was the only childless and single person among us. It was always his only reason for being embarrassed by the woman he loved. I have no idea. It's amazing to think that someone like Nick, handsome, charismatic, rich, and a very gentlemanly man, could be awkward.

I am so blessed to have that as a friend. He and Antoinette, even though we have a huge gap in terms of social status, And I am very thankful for their kindness. They did not consider me inferior to them.

I arrived at the man's condominium. It looks clean inside. When we were in college, Lucas was a very rude person. Not all men are like that, but there are many bad men, Antoinette, and I understand that.

And thank you because we were infected by this man's diligence and cleanliness. Of course, he's a handsome man, and then he'll erase it from the house. And when he flirts, it's a major turnoff for the woman.

This friend of mine looks handsome in a polo shirt and pants. This guy seems to be climbing wildly.

"Where are you going?" I laughed at him. Your grandfather is still tucked in.

He embarrassedly scratched his head with a small smile. "Isn't it okay to fix it? Besides, I'm always nice, Zara. You know that, don't you, Al?" Oh, and the strength of the waves brought by Typhoon Nick It's delicious again.

"I don't know about you! What are you going to do to help her? And when we finally find the woman you love, yes." The fool was silent for a while. It was dumbfounded, and it seemed to deepen in thought. Your grandfather got kicked again.

"Hey! You're awake and dumbfounded again." I flicked my finger in front of him. That's when Nick woke up from his deep thoughts.

"I just want you to see something that you should see before Al," he said seriously. I was a little surprised because Nick rarely takes himself seriously. More rarely.

Oh, okay, where is that?" He made me follow him. I even saw the living room, where we used to have movie marathons when we were in college. We used bullets and CDs back then, and Netflix and chill weren't trendy yet.

Hey, bring back memories. My college years were very memorable for me. Those were the times that, as I said, were the peak of my happiness as a young woman. More fun than my high school life, actually.

We stopped in front of a door. I was surprised because, since we were in college, Nick didn't let us enter this red-door room.

"I want you to know my feelings, Zara," he said, and then he opened the door.

It was dark inside until Nick turned on the red light. I seemed to stand up from what I saw. He seemed nervous and surprised at the same time. My nervousness and fear are mixed.

The wall of the room is full of my pictures. My pictures from every day of my life It's like a timeline. But what's more disturbing is that it all seems to be taken over by a stalker.

I looked at Nick in disbelief. What does this mean? I want to ask him.

But I'm afraid that will be the end of my question. What was the comforting answer on his lips? I was very scared and terrified.

"I've loved you for a long time, Zara. I've been in love with you since we were in college. But I was clumsy until someone else stole you!" He shouted, which surprised me. It's like he's going crazy. His eyes were shining. H- This is no longer the Nick I used to know. This is a different Nick.

"He always hurts you. Zara! Look at me!

You feel the same as me. That guy will still hurt you and continue to scam you! Don't be blind! ZARA, YOU SHOULD BE MINE!" He cried and laughed. He was going crazy.

I was about to touch him when he slapped my hand away. "Nick, I'm your friend," I promised calmly.

"I don't want to be just a friend! I LOVE YOU, ZARA! I LOVE YOU SO MUCH, BUT YOU DON'T KNOW IT! You were mine first! ZARA, PLEASE, JUST ME!" he pleaded.

I shook my head. "Nick, I will forget that this happened for the sake of our friendship." I was about to leave when he spoke.

"By the time you leave here, Zara, You will regret not choosing me." I was shaking as I left that place. Nick, I'm your friend.