~Javier's POV~

Throughout the session, Gabriella pretended not to recognize me and addressed me as Mr. Hills. Did she not hear that she has been renamed Mrs. Hills? Could it be that she is still enraged about what occurred earlier? I believe I can handle the cold Gabriella, what is it that she likes? This is really incredible. I have no knowledge of the lady I intend to marry, the mother of my kid, whom I have just spat all over due to my anxieties. Perhaps I should contact Grandma and enquire about Xavier's mother's preferences. The phone rang, and Grandma answered immediately.


'Exactly the person I wanted to speak with."

'Well, hello to you too, Grandma. Where has Xavier gone?"

'You and I need to talk before you speak with Xavier. Have you met Gabriella?"


'Yes, Grandma, I accidentally enraged her and am searching for a way to apologize, but I'm not sure what she prefers. That is why I want to find out what Xavier's mother enjoys."

'Did Sandra meet Gabriella?"


'No, Grandma, where are all these questions coming from?"

'Mrs. Williams came here today to accuse you of infidelity with Sandra. They now want to organize the wedding date."

'There will be no wedding Grandma. Sandra had about five years to come clean with me, but she has not stated anything to me, and she continues to do the same thing again and over. I assumed she'd be savvy enough to come clean after all these years, but she thinks I'm in the dark. I engaged her because you want a grandchild, but she would never be a significant person to me. She was once unique, but not anymore. I'd rather pursue and reconcile with the mother of my kid than marry Sandra Williams, Grandma. We'll discuss this more when I return. I'd want to question Xavier about his mother's preferences right now."

'Purchase blue lilies and chocolates for her," Grandma stated and then hung up the phone. What exactly do ‘blue lilies' mean? Whatever the case may be, I trust Grandma's judgment. I walked away from the shoot and went to a florist. I'm still in disbelief that I'm purchasing flowers. That made me crack up aloud. I suppose love may motivate you to do things you never imagined you'd do.

When I returned, it was a little late, and I walked directly to Gabriella's suite, unconcerned about who was gazing at me. I knocked on the door.

~Gabriella's POV~

I was in the kitchen preparing dinner when I heard a knock at the door. When I went to get the door, I was surprised to see Javier there with flowers.

'Mr. Hills, please enter. What can I do for you today? "

'If you dare to call me Mr. Hills again, I will kiss you until you pass out."

My cheeks reddened quickly. What is it with me and falling for everything this man says to me? I was enraged with him. Why am I unable to remain angry with him? He examined my face and saw my tomato cheeks.

'Here," he said, 'Mrs. Hills." I'm very sorry for what happened earlier today. I am aware that I may be a little possessive, but please allow me to try. I have no idea what it's like to be in love or to care for someone. I've been immersed in work since I can remember. You may find me daunting, but I will make an effort for you. I need this more than anything else, Gabriella. I want you and my kid to be a part of my life."

When I glanced at the guy, the arrogant jerk I had seen this morning had vanished. I inhaled the fragrance of the flowers and gazed at him. I wanted to express my gratitude, but my body won out. I extended my hand and kissed him on the lips, murmuring,

'I appreciate it, Mr. Hills." Naturally, I wanted him to kiss me and therefore provoked him. He just curled his bottom lip and smiled.

'I am capable of doing a great deal to you right now. However, now is not the place. He took my hand in his and escorted me to the sofa. He seated me. 'This is all new to me, and I recognize that I am not a paragon, but there are a few points I'd like to make. To begin, I want you and my kid to be a part of my life. You may not be aware, but Xavier began addressing me as his father the instant we met. It's been months; he's always been at my house on weekends."

'What, how is he always at your place?"

'Well, since Grandmother brought him to our family home, I prepared a room for him," he said. 'We are quite close actually. He told me a lot about you, even though he said your name was Ella."

'Yea, he calls me that."

'The bottom line is that I want a family with you, Gabriella, and I want you to live with me starting Monday. I want your presence in my life. I really do. He gasped loudly and said, 'Right now, my life is a catastrophe. I'd want to ask for your patience while I attempt to clean up the mess I caused." He grabbed my hand in his and cupped me with the other. 'I'm aware that my request is excessive, but I'd want you to grant me time to work things out with Sandra. There is nothing to mend, but I ask for your patience. I understand what I'm asking is hard, but could you just do it for me, Xander, and us?" Seeing him so serious in that manner assured me that he was making an effort, and although I still do not entirely trust him, I felt I could rely on him. To avoid being clingy, I simply said,

'Xander and I are going to give you a chance, and we are going to wait for you." I saw the broadest grin I've ever seen. I'm always seeing mocking grins on him, but watching him grin like that made me believe he really desired our presence in his life. He approached and knelt in front of me, resting his head on my lap.

'Thank you, Gabriella; I swear on my life that this time will be different."

I came dangerously close to tears. Is Javier the Mighty crouching in front of me? Is this a nightmare? I just stroked his brow and he kissed my hand. Is this a dream, or is it real? Sandra William's memory came to mind.

What would she do to me if she were to get her hands on me?