Chasing The Broken CEO
Chapter 78

I stayed in the hospital for the whole day. The doctor wanted me to rest but my mind is already tired and tangled. My parents tried to talk to me but I didn't respond to any words they have said. I felt so mad because they are trying to destroy my relationship with Evan. They don't even want to listen. I begged for them a while ago to hear me out first and allow me to see the man I love but they just ignored my plead.

And what is more painful than being unheard and ignored? That is the fact that Evan was just outside of my room but the bodyguards aren't allowing him to enter. I even heard my father shooing him away and cursing him. Daddy broke my heart into pieces. He didn't even consider how I feel and I feel sorry for Evan because of the treatment he got from my parents.

It was around seven o'clock in the evening when my parents decided to take a rest first and go back to the hotel as they have been staying here with me for almost twenty-four hours now. My grandmother stayed with me along with the bodyguards who are in securing the room from the outside.

Still laying on bed, I watched the news on the television. I felt relieved to see Tyrone Villarante getting caught by the police. He will be imprisoned for life and that serves him right. I am also glad that Evan is safe. I sighed deeply as I remembered him again.

I missed him so much.

"Please, don't be so sad, sweetheart..." grandma told me while she's sitting on the sofa. She's peeling the fruit for me. I turned my gaze on her. Grandma smiled sincerely at me.

I sighed. I hope it is easy to avoid getting sad but it isn't. It's becoming difficult to even avoid it because the sadness that I'm feeling right now became too heavy.

It took me forever to figure out what I truly feel for him and now that I am sure what it is, there will be new hindrances that would tear us apart.

It took me forever to finally figure out everything. I thought the happiness will be permanent but it looked like fate just let me tasted it temporarily. Now, it appears that there will be a new storm that will bring sadness to my life... to us both, Evan and I.

"This is just getting way difficult than I thought, grandma," tears started to pool in my eyes. "Is it really difficult for them to consider my feelings? You see, Grandma... I love that man. Isn't it enough for them to forgive him? How long are they going to blame Evan? He doesn't deserve it..."

Grandma Helga sighed in defeat. The sadness in her eyes became evident. I feel like she understands what I meant. She's the only person that could understand me in this family. She's the only person who sees that there is nothing wrong with falling in love and that it only becomes wrong if it's abused... and neither I and Evan do that kind of love. We're just getting started yet here comes another storm that will hinder us to be together... again.

"I understand you, sweetheart. And I am also convinced that Evan is true about he feels for you. I am sorry if your parents acted that way. I know that it saddens you but you need to know that they are just worried because we almost lose you, Nathalie. They felt angry because of the situation you were in that's why they are blaming Evan for that. They are just afraid because you are still their daughter..."

I inhaled sharply as I wiped my tears away. However, no matter how I try to dry my cheeks, my tears are still rolling down as if it has a life of its own.

I just missed him so much... I want to see him and to feel his warmth. That iz all I want to do. That is all what I wish for...

"I stayed away from them because I hated their rules. I didn't want to be some kind of material to them so I escaped and live here in Bohol," I smiled bitterly and looked at my grandmother. "But it seems like it's happening again... wherever I will be, they will come after me to manipulate me... They are like dictators who want me to live like a robot... and would just tell me what is right and wrong, and what would benefit them or not." "Nathalie, sweetheart..."

"I just... want to him, grandma..." I cried softly; painfully. "Please... Help me, Grandma Helga..."

Sadness remained in my grandmother's eyes. We looked at each other for a moment. Sighing deeply, she just nodded and then stood up. I continued to cry as I watched her walked out of the room. The door shut closed that made me so hopeless.

I bit lower lip. What else could I do in this situation? Why is it too difficult? Was this all my fault? I'm getting too tired already.

The door have opened. Grandma went back. I looked at her again. She smiled at me in the most sincere way.

"You can go now, sweetheart." She told me in her sweet tone.

My forehead creased, "W-what?"

"I shooed the bodyguards so that you can escape. Go ahead and replace him," she said, urging me. "I'll take care of the situation. Don't worry about your parents. I will talk to them..."

I can't believe this... all I could do was gasp because I feel so loved by my own grandmother. My heart has melted because of her kindness and I feel so happy that she's helping me right now without any hesitation. I nodded immediately and pulled out the dextrose wire on my hand. I felt the sudden pain on it but I just ignored it. I got off from bed immediately and ran to my grandmother. I hugged her so tight and she did the same to me.

"Thank you, Grandma... Thank you! I am sorry you have to do this... I love you so much..." I whispered and kissed her forehead.

"I love you too, sweetheart..." she replied and smiled at me. "There's nothing wrong with falling in love. You only have to fight for it until the end."

I felt her words. I nodded because she's right. I have to fight for the person I love the most and it is not wrong. It will never be wrong because what I've been feeling for him is true...

That night, I made a decision. He said that this chase won't end. And he's probably right.

I will chase him because he's the only person my heart longs for.

***

I was standing in front of the familiar rest house he owned here in Bohol. I observed his place from where I am standing. The whole place is dark as if no one is inside. I bit my lower lip and gathered my courage. I opened and pushed the gate so I can enter his house.

I embrace myself as I walked near the main door. I held the door knob and tried to open the door however it is locked. I inhaled heavily and knocked on the door twice.

A few minutes have passed but no one opened the door. I knocked once again and this time called his name so he would know that it's me... that I am here to see him.

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Only if he is really here...

I knocked on the door once again and waited for him patiently. And then the rain poured heavily. The cold breeze embraced my pale skin. My lower lip trembled as I embraced myself. I am still waiting in front of the door, hoping that he would finally open it for me... even if I look stupid and helpless right now.

I waited for a few minutes but no one open the door for me. I realize that he's not here.

Where is he?

I can't help but to feel sad. God knows how I want to replace him but it seems that my feet could not make any move. It was getting cold, same with my heart.

He didn't give me up, right? He won't do that...

"Evan..." I whispered his name softly.

I then sighed in defeat. He's not here. I turned around and was about to go away when the door slowly opened.

I looked at it again and saw Evan coming out of the door. The side of my eyes went teary when I saw his face. The sadness and fear in his eyes were both visible. He blinked several times and his lips were parted. "Risha..." he whispered my name softly. He looked very surprised to see me here standing in front of him.

"You're here..."

The next thing I knew was he's hugging me so tight as if he's too afraid of losing me... of letting me go. He planted soft kisses on my head. I heard his ragged breathing, his intense emotion, his love... "Rish, it's really you..." he said happily as he hugged me so tight.

I hugged him back. The side of my lips curled up for a smile. I felt so happy and warm now that I am with the man I love the most...

"I missed you," I whispered to him.

"I'm glad you're safe..." he uttered in a worried and weak tone. "I was fucking scared that I'd lose you again..."

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"That will not happen, Evan..." I slightly pulled away so that I can look at his face. "I am very sorry. I know that my father did not treat you fairly when you were in the hospital..."

He shook his head, telling me that it was okay. He held my hand and kissed my knuckles. He then put my hand to his cheek as if he wants to feel how warm it is.

And then he stared at me and smiled devilishly.

I screamed when he suddenly carried me. We went inside his house. He locked the door and then we went upstairs. I swallowed hard but I love what I feel right now... He put me on his bed. He gave me a small smile before kneeling in front of me. He held my hand once again.

"Did you escape? I knew your parents... They won't allow you near me." He asked curiously while staring at me intently.

I nodded gently before caressing his cheeks. I smiled at him. I am glad that he's safe, and he doesn't have any injury. That gave me a huge sigh of relief.

"They will be furious, Risha..." he stated.

"I wanted to be with you, Evan. Grandma helped me to escape. She wanted us to be together too... We can just run away..."

He sighed heavily. I saw the glimpse of fear in his eyes and I don't understand why. He bit his lower lip and uttered a curse.

"I would love to be with you too, baby..." he said and then he sat beside me on his bed. "I will marry you tomorrow if you want to, but I want to do this right, Rish..."

My lips formed a thin line. "They are against us, Evan..." I said firmly.

He licked his lower lip. I felt the lump in my throat when he smiled at me in a sad way.

"I love you so much, Risha. You know have to know that. However, we need to do what is right. I don't want your parents to feel that I am stealing you away from them," he said and then leaned forward to kiss the bridge of my nose. "I love you so much... that I will do everything so that they will accept me. Even though I know it will be difficult... I'll deal with it. Whatever they will say about me, I'll endure it. I will never give you up," he then kissed my cheeks. "I love you so much that it makes me want to do it right this time." He mumbled and then caressed my face.

I gasped for some air. I can't believe that this man loves me so dearly. I pulled him closer and kissed him with all my heart. I held his nape and tasted his lips as my tears began to fall.

"I love you, too..." I said between our kisses. "And yes, we'll do this right. For now, kiss me... endlessly."

"Sure thing, baby..." he whispered and then he laid me on his bed.

We kissed passionately. I felt his warmth and the intensified desire of his body. I knew he feels how my body reacts against his, but he didn't try to cross the line. We just kissed in there, seizing the moment while we still have it. Chasing Evan Zendejas is never a mistake, for I know I love him and he feels the same because if not, he should've cut this chase long time ago.