The Right Time
“Mr. Fellogan, how are you? How is the progress in the companies going? The last time I checked, the workers were still motivated and enthusiastic”, I greet Dordrich professionally. We have run into each other frequently in the past few days, he was always next to me when I encouraged the trainees to participate in the transformation of the company. But I couldn't find the old feelings again, I thought too much about Aziel and my insecurity about his staying away. After that, we were in the staff meetings where he sat consistently next to me, actually a formality since he is still the director and co-owner of the holding company.
But I did not miss his eager looks, only I did not answer them. And now he calls personally, while that is the work of the secretariat. “Loraine, I want you to call me by my first name again. We've experienced too many intimate moments to be formally against each other," he says straight away. I think he is right about this, my son will also look quite strange if I formally address his father. So, I have no other option than to concede with this proposal. “Okay, Dordrich, but remember that our relationship has changed. We are no longer lovers," I clearly tell him.
“But I still love you, I long for you like hell. Even the alcohol can't wash away that desire. Please, let's talk about it," he begs. I had already seen this coming, but I'm sure I don't want a love affair with Dordrich again. Besides, I haven't even been engaged to Aziel for a day, sexually I don't lack anything, why bother with Dordrich?! “Dordrich, I suggest you commit yourself to save your marriage. Your children are approaching the teenage stage and they desperately need their father in this stage. In addition, I am engaged today so don't be eager to have a relationship with you," I let him know.
“You're engaged? Why, princess? Did you forget what we had? I can make you happy. Elena has filed for divorce and this month we are signing the agreement. You will no longer be a mistress. We can get married right away if you want," he sounds desperate.
“No, Dordrich, I advise you to work on your marriage. When I'm done here, I'll marry the love of my life myself. You and I don't get together in that sense anymore," I answer firmly, but without threat. I realize I have to give this a soft landing as long as I don't know how Lorrich will react to his father. Under no circumstances do I want my son to be imbalanced by a hostile atmosphere between his biological parents.
I know by his high breath that my words don't touch him lightly. I need to create a good atmosphere between us, good enough to give our son firm confidence in both of us. “Meet me after work, we can sit in a restaurant and talk quietly,” he suggests. There it is! “Okay, I'll be done here in half an hour. But have no transport. Will you pick me up?” I ask him. He wants that only too much.
We agreed and then I grab my cell phone to send Aziel a text. ‘Going out with Fellogan. Want to convince him and create a friendship bond without arguing. I'll text you as soon as I'm done’. Aziel responds in less than ten seconds. ‘Is that really necessary? The telephone also conveys the message’. I understand what he means, but he doesn't know I have an extra concern. ‘That's true, but we are business partners and tension is not good. Don't worry, hon, I'm yours alone’. Add a love emoji and I hit the send button. ‘Love you too, babe. Text me when you're ready. I'm waiting for you'.
I hear someone clear their throat and look up with a jerk.
Totally forgot that I’m still in Archer's office while I took care of private matters. I can tell from his face that he overheard the entire conversation. “Is that a good idea, Loraine? It can get out of hand and then you will lose Aziel for good this time," he insists.
“I haven't told Aziel about Lorrich yet. You understand that I must befriend Dordrich until Lorrich arrives and I know how he feels about the situation. I can't take any risks and let my son get disappointed in me because I'm not on good terms with his biological father," I explain despondently. As difficult as the situation looks, I must weigh everything in Lorrich's favor. He is my only child, and I don't want to lose his love.
Archer nods in understanding. “When are you going to get father and son together? Dordrich has a right to his son, even if he is married. And the boy must know the truth. You can’t hold this up any longer. I cooperated at the time when you asked us to keep everything a secret, in the hope that over the years you would realize that you do not have that right." I look at my good friend gratefully. "Yes, I agree with you. But also understand that it must be done gradually. First, I'll have to inform Aziel, then Dordrich, but give me some time to seek the right time to do this".
We both get so emotional about all of this.
Lorrich is his godson, and he loves the boy who also calls him daddy. The great thing about Lorrich is that he builds a different kind of relationship with each father. Andre is there for his basic needs such as going out, choosing clothes, bedtime stories and stories about his friends. Rick is there for his beach activities and sports, teaching him how to swim and soccer and watching world football on TV. With Archer he discusses more his feelings, what concerns him, more depth matters in his character. So Archer is my best advisor when it comes to meeting Dordrich and Aziel, he could solve any hurdle by talking to Lorrich.
And I am his mother, but towards me, he acts more like a protector, someone he is responsible for and must make sure that I am always happy. In it, he uses Michelle and Kaylah to talk about how best to do that. My son is very smart, so young and he knows exactly how to play his cards. I wonder what place he will give Dordrich and Aziel in his life.
My son is the smartest guy in this universe!..
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