Chapter 27

JAYDA

Lilian had gone back to her apartment to sort things out and prepare for her boyfriend’s arrival, so Jayda was home alone.

After taking a shower and changing into her nightdress, she went to the kitchen for a glass of orange juice she planned to drink with the takeout she bought on her way back from work.

Before she could settle on the couch and enjoy her meal, there was a knock on the door.

She reluctantly went to answer the door and came face-to-face with a delivery guy with a big, rectangular box. Jayda found it weird for him to be doing deliveries at night, and besides, she hadn’t ordered anything. He must have come to the wrong place or maybe to ask for directions.

“Good evening, ma’am,” he greeted.

“Good evening. How may I help you?”

“Miss Jayda Wright?”

She nodded.

“This is for you.” He stretched out the package for her to accept.

“I didn’t order anything,” she clarified, giving the delivery guy a confused look.

“It was ordered on your behalf, ma’am.” He encouraged her to sign for and accept the package, which she did.

Jayda shut her door and proceeded to her living room. She sat on the couch and began to unravel what was in the box.

A smile tugged at her lips as soon as she saw all that was in the box. An elegant red dress, a pair of matching heels, a clutch, and jewelry. There was a note in the box, so she reached for it and read what it said even though she already had an idea of who had sent it.

~I have an event to attend on Friday. Please be my date. I promise it will be worthwhile. Sebastian~

Jayda blushed and set the note aside. She took out the dress from the box and admired it. It was her size, and she could tell Sebastian had spent quite a lot on it. The heels were her size, and the jewelry was so beautiful.

She placed all the items in the box and took them to her room. Then she reached for her phone on the nightstand and dialed Sebastian, who picked up immediately.

“Hey,” he said excitedly, perhaps because he had been expecting her call to find out if she would be his date for the event.

“I just got the package,” she said to him.

“Will you accompany me? I really have to show up for this event, and I don’t want to go alone or with another person. Please be my date?” he said nervously.

She smiled. “I’d be honored to accompany you.”

“Thank you, I promise it will be worth your time,” Sebastian assured her.

“I’m sure it will if you’re there with me. Thanks for the dress and jewelry. I love them.”

“You’re welcome. I can’t wait to see them on you. I can already picture you being the most beautiful at that event.”

Jayda blushed. “Thanks, but I think you should slow down on the gifts. Don’t you think you’re spoiling me too much?”

“I don’t think so, Jayda. You deserve all the amazing things in life, and I will continue to spoil you with gifts as long as I can afford them,” Sebastian said sincerely.

“Okay then, I shall continue to accept them with love.” She smiled.

“So how are you and my little one doing? How was your day?”

“We are doing fine.” She looked at the gifts he’d sent and warmth rushed over her. She’d never been so spoiled before.

“By the way, Lilian stopped by the office to see me today,” he said.

“Yes, she told me. I hope she didn’t say anything silly?”

“No. She came to lecture me on how she would hunt me down if I do anything to hurt you or her godbaby.”

Jayda chuckled. Lilian was really taking her godmother duties very seriously.

“She’s a good friend. You’re so lucky to have her,” Sebastian said.

“I know! She’s one of the best things that has ever happened to me, and so is this baby,” she confessed. “I take it you and Lilian are no longer enemies?”

“Thanks to you, my cousin and I are finally getting closer than I ever thought we could.”

Jayda was happy her best friend and the man she loved were no longer at odds. Her little family could include both of them.

She and Sebastian chatted for a bit longer before they both agreed it was time to say goodnight. She wanted to stay on the phone with him all night, but her body craved sleep. Her body craved him, too, but she was still too shy to invite him over.

The doctor had hinted that healthy sex would be good for her and the pregnancy, but even though Jayda had never been able to stop thinking about Sebastian’s passionate touch, she wasn’t ready to ask him to spend the night with her.

She hoped he would ask her soon.

***

JAYDA

Jayda was on her feet beside her desk sorting out some documents when she heard someone knock on her door. She saw that it was Olivia. She gestured for her to come in, and Olivia did.

As soon as Jayda turned to face her, she was instantly pulled into a hug by Sebastian’s younger sister.

Even though Jayda was surprised, she returned the hug.

“Thank you!” Olivia muttered with her arms wrapped around Jayda. She sniffed.

“Olivia, are you crying?” Jayda whispered.

Olivia pulled away from the hug, and Jayda could see tears in her eyes. “Sorry, I’m just overwhelmed. Yesterday, Sebastian told me about you and the baby, and I’m really happy for you and him.

“I found it hard to believe at first because I never saw it coming between the two of you. I’m always around you, and not even once did I picture you with my brother.

“I’m sure he told you about Susan. It took a long time for Seb to recover from all she did. It was one of the hardest things we had to go through as a family.

“I’m so glad he found you. I wouldn’t have asked for a better girlfriend for my brother and a better mother for my niece or nephew. Congratulations!”

Jayda smiled. “Thank you!” She was relieved. Sebastian’s family’s approval meant a lot to her.

“In case Sebastian hurts you in any way, just let me know, and I’ll make sure I beat him up.”

Jayda chuckled. She was glad everyone was promising to be there for her. “I’m sure there won’t be any need for that. Sebastian has assured me that he won’t break my heart, and I’ve also promised the same.”

“You’re so perfect for each other. I hope I find what you both have.”

“You will,” Jayda assured, pulling Olivia into a hug. “Your approval really means a lot. Thanks.”

Olivia giggled. “You’re welcome. I should go back to the work my boss asked me to do before she fires me,” Olivia teased, which earned a chuckle from Jayda, knowing she was referring to her.

***

JAYDA

At noon, Jayda received two unexpected visitors, Lilian and Roman.

She approached Roman and pulled him into a joyous hug.

“I missed you, Rome. Please don’t accept any more offers that will make you leave us for as long as two months.”

Roman chuckled. “I missed you too, bunny, and congratulations on being a partner of this prestigious firm. I’m really proud of you.” He kissed her forehead.

“Thank you!” she smiled.

“Okay, Lilian is here also. Doesn’t she deserve a hug too?” Lilian said in a jealous tone.

Jayda finally freed Roman from the embrace and hugged her best friend who was pretending to be jealous.

She ushered both of them to the visitors’ area of her office, where they settled on the couch. Jayda served them wine.

“Sorry that I can’t join you guys in the wine fest, but I’ll stick to my orange juice.” She took a sip of her juice before settling on a couch opposite her best friends.

“Lilian told me everything on our way back from the airport. I truly admire your strength Jayda, and I can’t wait to give Sebastian my warning too.”

“Thanks to your girlfriend. She kept me sane and was always there for me whenever I needed advice or a shoulder to cry on.” She winked at Lilian who had a proud smile on her face.

“So, I assume you’ve met Sebastian before,” Jayda said to Roman.

“Yes, Gabriel introduced me to him when I attended one of Lilian’s family gatherings. I must say, you are glowing and looking very radiant. I can see Sebastian’s influence on you.” Roman said as he wrapped his arm around Lilian’s shoulders.

“Oh please, we’re taking it slow.” Jayda blushed.

“Jayda means everything to that cousin of mine. He’s ready to do anything for her, and I have no doubt she is in good hands,” Lily assured her boyfriend.

Jayda brushed her fingers over the rim of her glass cup, which still had some orange juice in it. “I’m happy it was all a blessing in disguise,” she smiled.

“Enough about me. How was your trip, Roman? And I hope you bought something for me,” she pouted.

Lilian chipped in, “He dared not return empty-handed. Your gift is at my place. I’ll bring it when I come over to your apartment.”

Jayda nodded. She was getting a little overwhelmed by all the presents.

“My trip was fine. I don’t think I’ll be traveling for a while, at least not for work purposes. I want to settle down and start my own family,” Roman looked at Lilian with dreamy eyes.

“Perfect! I don’t have to worry about my baby not having a playmate,” Jayda said excitedly, which made Lilian blush even more.