Chapter 108 Chapter 108
The sun slowly rose over the city, lighting up the big white mansion that now felt like home to Savannah. It had been a few days since she and Adrian returned from their honeymoon, and everything still felt like a dream she didn’t want to wake up from.
The soft sound of birds filled the air as Savannah turned on the bed. She smiled when she saw Adrian beside her, already awake, reading something on his tablet. His hair was a bit messy, and his eyes looked calm and serious as always.
“Good morning,” she said in a low voice.
Adrian looked up and smiled warmly. “Good morning, my love. Did you sleep well?”
“Yes,” she said, sitting up slowly. “I still can’t believe we’re back home.”
Adrian laughed softly. “You sound like you miss the beach already.”
She grinned. “Maybe a little. But I missed this room too.”
Adrian put down his tablet and leaned closer, brushing her hair off her face. “I’m glad to hear that. Because I’ve missed seeing your smile every morning.”
Savannah blushed a little and covered her face with the blanket. “Stop teasing me,” she said shyly.
“I’m not teasing,” Adrian replied, smiling. “I just want to enjoy moments like this before work starts again.”
Savannah frowned slightly. “You’re going to work today?”
“Yes,” he said softly. “It’s time to get back to the office. A few things piled up while I was away. But I won’t be gone for too long.”
Savannah nodded. “Okay. Just don’t overwork yourself.”
“I won’t,” Adrian promised. He leaned over and kissed her forehead gently. “You and Liam are my peace now. I want to come home early every day just to see you both.”
That made Savannah’s heart warm. After everything she had been through, after all the tears and rejection, this kind of love still felt strange — but beautiful.
She smiled. “We’ll be waiting.”
Just then, a knock came on the door. Aunty Lisa’s cheerful voice followed. “Good morning, lovebirds! Are you awake yet?”
Adrian groaned quietly while Savannah laughed. “Come in, Aunty!”
The door opened, and Aunty Lisa walked in with her usual big smile, holding a tray of food. “I said I’ll bring breakfast myself today! The maids tried to stop me, but who can stop Aunty Lisa?”
Adrian shook his head, laughing. “You didn’t have to do that, Aunty.”
“Oh please,” she said, waving her hand. “You two have been too sweet since you came back. Let me spoil you a bit before you both start acting like busy adults again.”
She placed the tray on the table and smiled proudly. “Fried eggs, plantain, and fresh juice. All made with love!”
Savannah smiled widely. “Thank you, Aunty. You didn’t have to go through all this trouble.”
“It’s not trouble when I’m doing it for my favorite couple,” Aunty Lisa said with a wink. “Now eat before it gets cold.”
As they ate, Aunty Lisa started talking about the things she had been doing while they were away — gossiping about the maids, complaining about her neighbors, and laughing at her own jokes. Savannah loved listening to her. The woman brought life to every room she entered.
After breakfast, Adrian got up to get ready for work. Savannah followed him to help pick his tie. She stood in front of him, fixing it carefully.
“You look handsome,” she said with a small smile.
He chuckled. “And you look like the most beautiful woman alive.”
She rolled her eyes playfully. “You say that every day.”
“Because it’s true,” he said and kissed her hand.
When he was ready, he bent down to kiss Liam, who was sleeping peacefully in his little crib. “Take care of mommy, champ,” Adrian whispered.
Savannah smiled as she watched him leave the room. Her heart was full. For once, she had peace — no fights, no pain, no fear. Just love and comfort.
After Adrian left, Aunty Lisa stayed back to keep Savannah company. They sat in the sitting room talking about different things.
“So, how was the honeymoon?” Aunty Lisa asked with a grin.
Savannah laughed shyly. “It was beautiful, Aunty. Peaceful and full of love.”
Aunty Lisa nodded. “I can see that glow on your face. Happiness suits you, my dear.”
Savannah smiled softly. “I thank God every day, Aunty. I never thought I’d smile again.”
Aunty Lisa held her hand gently. “That’s life, my child. Sometimes, God allows pain so that when happiness comes, you’ll know its true worth.”
Those words stayed in Savannah’s heart. She had suffered, yes, but maybe it was all leading her here — to Adrian, to peace, to this new beginning.
Later in the day, after lunch, Savannah went outside to the garden with Liam. The flowers were in full bloom, and the soft wind carried their sweet smell. She sat down on the grass, holding Liam in her arms, watching him giggle as he kicked his little legs.
“You’re growing so fast, my baby,” she said softly. “Your daddy will be home soon. He’ll be so happy to see you smiling like this.”
One of the maids came out to help her with the baby things. “Madam, the weather is nice today. You can sit here as long as you want,” she said politely.
“Thank you,” Savannah replied. “I think I’ll stay a while.”
As she watched the blue sky above her, her heart felt light. There was no storm inside her anymore. The world finally felt safe.
By evening, Adrian came home. The maids rushed to greet him as usual, but his eyes went straight to the garden when he saw Savannah sitting with Liam.
He walked quietly toward her. She looked up and smiled the moment she saw him. “You’re home early.”
“I missed you,” he said simply.
Savannah laughed softly. “You just saw me this morning.”
“I know,” Adrian said, sitting beside her. “But that was too long ago.”
She smiled and leaned her head on his shoulder. “You’re getting worse every day.”
He chuckled. “Then I hope I never get better.”
They sat together in silence for a while, watching the sky turn orange as the sun went down. Liam made small baby sounds, and Adrian took him gently from Savannah’s hands.
“Hey, champ,” he said. “Did you behave for mommy today?”
Savannah smiled. “He was an angel.”
Adrian kissed the baby’s forehead, then looked at Savannah again. “You know, I thank God every day for bringing you into my life.”
She smiled softly. “I should be the one saying that, Adrian. You saved me when I had no hope left.”
He shook his head. “No, Savannah. You saved me. You gave my life meaning again.”
She didn’t know what else to say. She just looked into his eyes, and for a moment, it felt like time stood still.
The world had hurt her before, but this man… this man was her healing.