CHAPTER 44

She looked at her with those dreamy eyes, unable to stop himself he kissed her so deep and let the moment linger for a while. They were disturbed by the phone call, so he had to break away from her and pick up the phone call.
His secretary was just informing him that the other guests were already arriving and that he should be on his way. Upon ending the call, he fixed Selena’s makeup and applied some gloss on her lips to compensate for the one that he had eaten while kissing her. She laughed as he led her out of their bedroom while he holds her jacket.
Richard was already waiting for them outside with the car, so he just helped his heavy pregnant wife in the car and settled himself next to her after that. On their way to the company, it happened again. It didn’t surprise him a lot, he just instructed Richard to stop by the food mall.
Sean rushed out of the car and ordered some chicken wings for her and some soda. He rushed back with the food back to the car where his hungry wife quickly took her food and thanked him. He covered her with a blanket afraid that she will spoil the dress before they even arrive at the function.
“Thank you for doing this, I feel as if I am overdoing it,” Selena said shyly. He knew that sometimes she feels bad for making him do this but he didn’t mind at all.
“Don’t ever think of it like that. I am here for you, I am your husband and in times like this you can rely on me. I will do everything you want,” he told her and she looked at him with worry still in her eyes.
“Some people might think that I am bullying you or something like that. I wouldn’t want people to look down on you because of me,” she said looking down.
“Cheer up and don’t get upset. I don’t want anything happening to our son or you. So, if you want something despite of where we are all you have to do is just tell me and I will be there in an instant,” he told her and surprisingly he meant every word of it.
“I really appreciate hearing you saying that. I will make sure that I repay you once this is all done,” she said pointing at her belly.
“If you insist then I will tell you right now that if you want to repay me then be safe and happy,” he said and she light up right away.
“I can do that,” she said and began to dig into her food.
He smiled and shook his head as he watched his wife devouring those chicken wings. She really loved food but this was another level, he understood it though. She was no longer one but two so it was acceptable. They were only a few minutes until they reach the company and he just hoped that she will be done before then.
She was probably hungry because she was done before the car reached the destination. She wiped her hands and checked her makeup before they even thought of getting out of the car.
They were a lot of reporters outside. There was a red carpet even first before the ceremony. At least Selena was now used to this kind of lifestyle, so he wasn’t panicking at all. He got out of the car first and held his hand for Selena to get out after him.
It took a while since she had to move carefully without causing any damage to herself or the baby. The second she stepped out of the car, the flashes were already on them.
She was a genius, he applauded her as she put on that business smile she always does every time she attends events or have some photo shoots. He hooked her arm with his and walked with her pace. She smiled and waved like a pro to the cameras as they walked on the red carpet towards the hall where the ceremony will be happening.
After posing for a few shots, Sean led his wife inside. She had to sit down and rest, her heels were a bit high and he didn’t like her wearing such high heels especially during this crucial time.
When they entered inside the first place they went to was where his mother was. She was busy talking with friends and colleagues. She smiled upon seeing them. He watched as his mother embraced his wife in a light hug as the tow greeted each other.
“I can tell that everything is okay by just looking at you. I guess my baby he is doing his best in taking care of you,” his mother said and somehow he felt so embarrassed.
“He is, he really takes after you,” Selena said in response which made his mother blush in return.
“This is why I like you. You know the right words to say. Come and let me introduce you to some of my friends,” his mother suggested but he stopped her.
“Don’t let her stand for long,” he advised his mother and she patted his shoulder.
“I too was once pregnant so don’t worry about a single thing. Go and talk with your colleagues or anyone. I will take good care of my daughter, so shush,” his mother practically chased him away.
Since she chased him away, he obliged and bided them farewell and made his way towards his stepfather and the other directors. It was going to be such a long night and he hoped that it will be a success.
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Selena couldn’t stop laughing as Diana, Sean’s mother kept on telling her about Sean’s childhood. He was quite a naughty child, she realized.
“I am glad that soon I will be having a grandchild. I am happy that my son is happy with you”’ Diana said and she felt touched by her words.
“I am the one that should be grateful. Among all the women Sean knows, he chose me. I am not that special, I am young and childish but I am still grateful that he is with me even to this point and day,” Selena said, feeling emotional.
“You shouldn’t say that child. You are special, you were able to turn that cold son of mine into such a bubbly. I never thought that one day I will be able to see my son being in such in love or taking care of someone the way he does to you after that Cleo incident.
You brought life back to his life, so I just want to thank you for coming into his life and showing him that there is still love out there,” Diana praised her and she found herself shedding tears.