[STORY] IT’S NOT LOVE (Episode 09)

Episode 09.

Bridget cleared her throat and continued.
“I know you still remember how my ex husband beat me to pulp on a Christmas day, that’s more than two years ago, I felt pain, shame and at the same time furious. That was the worst day of my life…Gideon, I know we talked about almost everything but I Don’t understand why I forgot to explain to you, how I lost a pregnancy the next day, and after I lost that pregnancy, I became sterile, the doctor told me that I can’t fall pregnant again, so you see why I am in tears right now, I appreciate everything you do for me, you are a good man and your kind are rare but the truth is that, I’m not good for you, I Don’t deserve you, I
am not just a divorced woman, I’m sterile too and I Don’t want to ruin your life” Bridget narratted in tears.

To Bridget’s greatest shock, Gideon hugged her and promised to be with her forever.
“My love, you are blessing to me, and you are perfect for me, we are in this together, if it’s the will of God, you will still bear me children but if it’s not then I’m contented with having you and your daughter. I Don’t want to marry you just for the sake of child bearing , the reason I want to be with you, is because I love you and I promise that I will be there for you, at all time, please my love Don’t cry” Gideon said so lovingly and then he hugged her.

That day was such a great day indeed in the life of Gideon and Bridget, because they had successfully defined their relationship, and it was obvious that their marriage will turn out great. Gideon was only looking for a companion and not a baby factory machine, even though he loved the idea of having his own children, he was more interested in having Bridget by his side.
Gideon had proved to be selfless and Bridget’s love for him increases by the day.

As their wedding day was slowly approaching. Raphael was planning on how to reappear in Bridget’s life. He had finally gotten rid of Stephanie, it cost him half of his wealth, He was so excited that he was free from Stephanie, that the money he lost meant nothing to him.
Stephanie only agreed to sign the divorce papers if he transfers half of what he owes to her, Raphael was so desperate to get rid of stephanie that he agreed to her demands without thinking twice.

The wedding day finally came and it was witnessed by very important people. Gideon’s parents were in attendance and couldn’t be happier that their son had found some one he loves. The court ceremony took place and in no time, they were pronounced ‘Husband’ & ‘Wife’. Bridget’s eyes were filled with nothing but happiness as she kissed her handsome husband.

On that same wedding day, Raphael had arrived Bridget’s parent’s house and he was surprised to meet few women inside the compound.
These women were the caterers that was contracted to handle the food and drinks.
They were arranging the food and drinks into a green mini van to convey it to the reception hall, when Raphael walked in to the compound.

“The wedding reception will take place at Lobster event center not here” One of the Caterers told Raphael as they had thought he came for the wedding.
“Lobster event center is very popular in this area and it’s very close by, infact we heading there right now” the caterer continued.
But Raphael who was confused entered ‘please I’m here to see my in-laws, mr and mrs Williams, Bridget’s parents”
“They are not at home, they are at the wedding reception, their daughter, Bridget is getting married today” another Caterer announced as she noticed that Raphael had no idea about the wedding.

Raphael almost collapsed but he comported himself, the Caterer repeated herself incase Raphael didn’t get her the first time.
Raphael could feel his heart cracking, it was so obvious that he had lost Bridget. He quietly walked away, heading to where he had packed his car and drove off. As he was about to exit the street, he saw a classic car, with a tag “Just wedded”, immediately he was so eager to see who was inside the car.

Just as God will have it, the car’s window was down and Raphael almost choked when he saw his ex wife looking very beautiful in her bridal attire and she was sitting closely to Gideon, one stare at Gideon, Raphael remembered him.
He remembered the day he met Gideon, “it was a Christmas day, He was chatting with my wife and I lost my cool and I beat poor Bridget up in public, If I had known he was interested in my wife, I will have dealt with him instead of hitting my poor Bridget, now see how I lost my wife to him. I am such a fool” Raphael thought
Deep down in his hearts, he felt bad for the way he had treated Bridget when they were still married but it’s was too late for apologies

Bridget and Gideon had no idea that someone was staring at them the whole time, as they kissed each other passionately, inside the car, they were heading to their wedding reception and with the look on their faces. They were so excited.
Raphael who got tired of staring, drove off in tears.
That day he knew he had lost Bridget forever. He was threw in to the state of regret. Hot tears rolled down from his eyes and he vowed to stay far from Bridget forever.

The wedding night was spectacular and one of a kind. Gideon made love to Bridget like he had never done before. They had a remarkable wedding night experience and wouldn’t trade it for the world.
They later travelled out for their honey moon
Life as a married couple was nothing but blissful for the lovebirds. Gideon was the absolute best husband to Bridget and the best father to Bridget’s daughter Everything went on perfectly fine for them.
But for how long?

To Be Continued…. . . .

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