CHAPTER 117: A LITTLE MORE PATIENCE
“Do you really wish to pursue and obey their demands, Penelope? About you bringing the money to them all by yourself? You know that is stupidity. We all knew here what would happen afterwards. They might or might not hand over Michelle to you once they got what they wanted, and what’s worse, you could endanger yourself as well. I can’t let that happen, Baby!”
My head swiftly snapped at Lewis with slight annoyance and irritation. We are now here inside my room, just the two of us, as I start to prepare my bank accounts on where I will withdraw the said money those kidnappers needed.
I knew so well why he is reacting this way now. He simply cared for my safety. He just wanted me to be secure and not to be in danger. But as much as I understand his hesitations and intentions, a huge part of me retaliates at his rationale. Michelle’s life is at stake here. And as her mother, God knows I would be more than willing to risk my own life just for her to return back home. No one, as in no one, not even Lewis, could make me change my mind. I will bring the money as I was ordered to… Alone.
“Is there a better way to save Michelle? You tell me, Lewis. Is there a better way? Because as of this very moment, all I cared about is my daughter! All I care about is Michelle! I want her home. I want her here where she truly belongs. Not there! And I don’t give a fuck if it will be my life that would be at risk in the end! I don’t give a damn if I will get killed or what, as long as Michelle can get back home safe and unharmed! That’s all that extremely matters to me right now!”
“But you shouldn’t go alone, Penelope! These are wicked people we are talking about! Who knows? They might trick you and just get the money from you, then flee without giving Michelle back! What would happen then? I can’t let you do this on your own, Baby, please understand. I will come with you! Let me come with you, please Penelope, I begged you,” He promptly marched towards me and wrapped his comforting arms around me.
“But I have to obey them, Lewis. One wrong move and they will hurt Michelle. That’s one thing I couldn’t afford to risk.”
“I know, Baby, and I understand your sentiments. We all wish for Michelle’s safety and desire for her to come back home, but we must also have to be smart about our actions. Let’s not act drastically and think first.” A deep and frustrated sigh escaped from me as I rested my head on his chest.
These past few months have been hell for me. All along, I thought what I dealt with regards to my father’s death was the worst, but I was terribly mistaken. I didn’t expect a much heavier blow like this would strike me just after I surpassed one. Not even in my wildest imagination did I think that there would be a much greater struggle that I would be facing just right after the situation I’ve been through. And this deeply consumed all the remaining strength in me.
It felt like I was a withering leaf being blown away by a tremendous raging wind in different directions. That I was lifeless, aimless and unable to defend myself from the gushes of tormenting blows. I barely couldn’t hold on, even if I am fully aware that there are a lot of people who are willing to back me up, yet still the overwhelming fright and desperation that I am feeling was slowly eating me alive.
“I don’t know what to do anymore, Lewis. My mind is paralyzed and stuck up with the thought of saving Michelle, that every reasonings became futile and unreasonable for me.”
“I understand you, Baby, you know so well I do” He swiftly freed me from his embrace and laced my lips with his.
His kisses are full of love, full of compassion and definitely full of care. If I weren’t in this horrendous situation right now, I might have melted in his touches right this very instant. But I am in no position to be carried away by his feverish kisses at this moment. There is a much greater thing that needs attention right now, and being romantic with my fiance wasn’t an inch part of it.
“I need to prepare the money, Lewis,” I uttered hesitantly after freeing my lips from his and fully distancing myself away from him.
“I understand, Penelope. Do what you must now, I will just talk to the head police on what action we must take heed prior to the kidnappers’ demands. They know more about what to do. I’ll just be outside if you need me.”
With that, I heard his footsteps heading towards the door and shutting it close. Once alone, my body exhaustedly collapsed on top of my bed as heavy and burdensome breaths escaped my throat. I feel guilty for treating Lewis the way I did. He was always there for me since the day I first met him. Always the supportive one, always the caring and understanding one. But as much as I wanted to chase him back and ask him to stay and be with me intimately, my head refuses to coordinate with my heart.
‘I deeply apologize, my love, for treating you this way. It hurts me more seeing how you have been holding on with my life struggles and battles and neglecting yourself in the process. It makes me even guiltier that you have forgotten about your own life and your way of living, just because of me. I’m so sorry, Baby. I love you so much. Promise, once these are all done and I regain Michelle, I will make it up to you. I will give you all the love and attention you deserve. By then, maybe we could plan our most anticipated wedding. Just be patient with me, Lewis. A little more patience, my love.’
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