Chapter 34-The End

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Chapter 34-The End

Sydney Carrington's POV

"So, what gender do you think my niece or nephew is?" Sarah questioned as she sipped from her soda.

I shrugged. "I don't know. I'm hoping it's gonna be a boy." Sarah raised an eyebrow before nodding. "Hmmm, a mini Brendon Kingston? Sure, why not?"

I barked out a laugh before throwing a piece of popcorn her way. "What's wrong with that? Besides, did you say yes?"

Sarah turned her gaze towards me suspiciously. "What do you mean by that? Wait did you know he was going to ask me?"

I snorted and shot her a knowing glance. "Yes. Of course. I mean I obviously helped him. So did you say yes?"

Sarah gave me a grin. "Of course. I love him. Even though he can be such a dork. But yeah, I agreed. We'll be taking part in the season next year. I know that we've been together for like less than a year but I don't think I'll ever meet anyone just like him." She admits with a shy grin.

I couldn't help but smile along with her as Sarah started blushing. "Well, congratulations! Rhett is clearly head over heels for you."

Sarah snorted and grinned. "He better be and I think we'll get along fine if he doesn't shoot me with a water gun in my sleep again." I burst out into laughter while Sarah shot me a scowl but failing.

We lapsed into comfortable silence as the music from the movie played out. At the corner of my eye, I glanced at my sister inconspicuously before shifting my attention to the screen.

A month had passed since everything happened and I wondered frequently how was Sarah and Sean dealing with our mother's death (again).

When they had learned the news, Sean was emotionless while Sarah teared up a little. In no time at all, they were fine and going about their daily lives as if nothing had happened.

For me, I was alright but I still mourned the loss of my mother. Maybe the difference between my siblings and I was that I had seen my mother's death with my own eyes. And I was also glad that it was me that had experienced that because had it been Sarah or Sean, they wouldn't have coped as well.

Peering at Sarah once again, I cleared my throat before raising the remote to mute the movie. Feeling Sarah's questioning stare on me, I sighed before starting. "I- Sarah, how are you honestly? I mean you've never said anything about mom passing." I questioned quietly.

Sarah tensed at the subject before sighing heavily and ran her hands through her hair. "Sydney, I can't say that I would miss her. She abandoned us and left us to to fend for ourselves. I resent her for that. I had to work so hard to take care of all of us. I'm not saying I hate you and Sean for the life we have. But I hate her for it and I love you guys because you and Sean are one of the most important people in my life."

I could feel myself smiling at her words before pulling her in for a hug. Sarah paused as she hugged me back and gave me a bright grin before she turned serious. "Sydney, I'm fine with her being dead. We have been doing fine without her for these past ten years and few months. We don't need her. I'm just glad that there's a finality of her being gone."

I nodded unsurely at her words as Sarah reached for the remote control and un-muted the movie. I was totally absorbed in the movie when Sarah spoke quietly. "I hope you understand why I feel this way."

I glanced at her and nodded, "Of course. I hope you do know that I appreciate everything you have done for me and Sean while growing up right?"

Sarah gave me a smile. "I do know." She grinned before turning her attention back to the screen.

***

I carefully stirred the simmering pasta sauce in the pot which was for dinner tonight and checked the boiling pasta.

Honestly, Brendon had claimed that we were going out for dinner but well, I was hungry and eating for two and I was craving for pasta. Carefully sifting the pasta out onto a plate before pouring the sauce on, I slowly spooned some into my mouth and ate in content.

The door to our home opened and I grinned at my handsome mate who entered. Our home was already completed and it was slightly smaller than our previous home and I was okay with that.

However, the painting was not even done, the furniture in our home was limited to the bare minimum and our belonging were barely unpacked. Brendon wasn't too happy with me insisting to help out with the painting. He was sure that the paint fumes would affect my health and our baby.

Of course, I told him that we could get odourless paint and Brendon agreed reluctantly. I found it adorable beyond belief that Brendon was so concerned about the baby. It was also really cute that he was so affectionate and excited about it too.

Everyday without fail, he would caress my belly gently and lovingly while whispering to it that he loved it. I didn't know why but it brought me to happy tears every time he did that.

It didn't help for my emotional state that I had seen him pouring over many parenting books from disciplining to eating habits. I smiled up at him before spooning another mouthful of pasta into my mouth.

"Hey. Didn't I tell you were eating out? It's not good for you to constantly be on your feet." He reprimanded lightly. I guessed that most women would find it annoying and irritating for their significant other to be overbearing but I thought it was really sweet.

It showed that he was concerned enough about my health and our child. And as a result, I was certainly not going to be mad at him for worrying about me.

"I know, but I got a craving for pasta and I saw the pasta in the fridge and one thing led to another and here I am eating. Why not we have this for dinner? We could go out tomorrow?" I suggested as I gestured to the pot of pasta on the kitchen counter.

Brendon shrugged before removing his jacket and kissed my forehead as he sat opposite me. "How's everything? Are you alright? Is he or she okay?"

I smiled and nodded. "I'm fine. We're fine. I've just been sleeping a lot and researching on baby names you know."

"That's good." Brendon nodded his head satisfactorily as he gaze flicked between my face and my belly. "What sort of names do you like?" He questioned and I fished out the list in my pocket that I had prepared earlier.

I scanned through it before starting, "I was thinking if the baby is a boy, maybe Bradley? Max? I'm not too sure about names for a boy yet. But if it's gonna be a girl, I quite like Isabella. Isabella Cara Kingston." I finished with a sad smile.

Brendon watched me with a sad smile on his face. "I think that's beautiful." I shared a smile with him before he changed the topic. "What about Jasper? For the boy?"

"Jasper Kingston." I tested it and grinned satisfactorily. "Yeah. It's nice. I love it." Brendon gave me a half smile before standing up to press a kiss on my forehead. "Why not you finish dinner and I'll run you a bath and join you and after, we can catch a movie?"

I nodded eagerly and Brendon grinned in amusement before hurrying up the stairs. I quickly washed up the dishes before heading up to the bedroom. Brendon and I agreed to paint the room with a beige cream colour to give it a warm and cozy feel.

Entering the bathroom, I grinned at the sight of Brendon giving me a wolfish smirk as he gestured for me to enter the bathtub that was filled with the bubbles.

"You just want to see me naked." I gave a deadpanned stare and Brendon shrugged me before smirking once more. "So do you want the bath or not?"

I rolled my eyes and mumbled under my breath and slid my shirt off and pulled my jeans off leaving me in just my underwear. Immediately, a low growl was sounded and lips pressed against mine while arms grabbed me.

***

I chewed on my popcorn as I pushed my damp hair away from my face and scrutinised the screen. "What film is this?" I questioned and snuggled into Brendon's side.

"Some action film whose title I can't remember." Brendon responded as he pressed the play button on the television remote. I hummed and leaned my head against Brendon's shoulder while his arm was wrapped around my shoulder.

It had been about two hours after we finally emerged from the bathroom and I swear that Brendon seemed to have a permanent smirk on his face since then. My face coloured up as the thought of what we had done in that bathroom emerged in my head.

As the opening credits played, I blew out a breath before taking a sip from some iced tea that Brendon had in his hand as my eyes were fixed on the screen.

Suddenly, Brendon cleared his throat and I looked up at him in question. "Yes?"

Brendon's jaw worked as he tried to speak, "Sydney, I- Well, we never really talked about the baby and how you felt about it." He said uncomfortably and I blinked at that.

I frowned and tried to think of a response as I wondered about Brendon's sudden question. "Well, I always wanted to have children and I actually don't mind having one when I'm about twenty-one years old considering it's quite common."

Brendon seemed a little frustrated as he shook his head. "No, not that. I meant like are you really okay with having my child?"

I reached for the remote and paused the film before turning to him. "Of course. I love you and this baby is going to be parts of you and I. What's wrong?"

Fear gripped at me and I pulled away from his embrace. Was Brendon having doubts about us? About the baby? Seeing the expression on my face and the tone of my voice, Brendon vigorously shook his head. "No! It's just. Do you really want to be with me? And to have my child?"

I shot him a flat look, "Well, it's a little too late to ask me that isn't it?" I scoffed and gestured to his name on my wrist.

Brendon rolled his eyes but gave me a tiny sheepish look before holding my hands seriously. "Funny. It's just I'm making sure you really want to be tied to me. I know I'm not the easiest person to be with and if you want someone else, I'll...I'll let you go."

I raised an eyebrow quizzically, "Would you really?" I asked skeptically and crossed my arms. I was definitely aware that one of Brendon's traits was possessiveness. Along with dominance and impatience and not to mention, he was a control freak.

Brendon scowled at me. "Yes but I'll fight for you. Because I know that if you really love something or someone, you should set them free."

"Alright, I don't know what's wrong with you because it's way too late to back out. And hello? I'm pregnant with your kid." I stated and gave him an unimpressed stare as I chewed another piece of popcorn.

Brendon groaned and shot me a tiny glare. "I know that! I'm trying to be romantic!"

"Oh really?" I asked and Brendon started the movie again, obviously wanting to change the subject. As the movie played, I studied him before sighing. "Brendon Kingston. I do not know how many times I have to tell you this but I love you and I'm not going anywhere."

Brendon scrutinised me and paused the movie once more before pulling me back into his arms. His chin rested on the top of my head as his arms wrapped around me. I sighed and shut my eyes, enjoying being enveloped into his intoxicating scent.

"I know, I've never really talked about the baby but I'm happy about it. Well, the correct words to describe what I'm feeling is excitement and fear. Because I don't think I can be a good father. Look what mine did." he spoke quietly.

Pulling away, I looked up at him before saying assuringly. "Look, you won't be like your dad, I've seen you with those parenting books-" I cut myself off when Brendon glared at me while I burst into laughter.

Turning serious, I continued. "I don't think you have anything to be worried about. I mean I don't even know if I can be a good mom, but we'll learn together." I offered him a bright grin and slowly Brendon smiled back.

"Alright." Brendon kissed the top of my head lovingly before turning away. However, instead of starting the movie (once again), he fished something out of his pocket and presented it to me.

My eyes widened at the sight of the pretty engagement ring nestled in a black velvet box and I was sure my heart skipped a beat. Before I could say anything, Brendon spoke.

"Sydney, I-Will you marry me?" Brendon started and paused before rushing the whole question out.

I blinked in response, I was so sure that Brendon was about to say something else. "That's it?" I blurted out and Brendon sighed heavily.

"Apparently, even though I had rehearsed what to say, my mind went blank the minute I tried to say them." Brendon explained, his cheeks turning a little pink in embarrassment.

At my stunned silence, Brendon narrowed his gaze at me. "So is that a yes? After all, silence means consent doesn't it?"

A smile twitched onto my lips at that and I nodded my head before breaking into a wide grin. "Yes, I'll marry you."

A relieved grin broke onto Brendon's face as he carefully slid the ring onto my finger. I marvelled at the stunning but yet simple design of the ring. "It's beautiful." I murmured in awe as I studied the ring.

Brendon gave me a look full of adoration as he rubbed the pad of his thumb on my finger wearing the ring tenderly. I couldn't help but laugh. "Are you sure? I heard that living with a pregnant woman can be hell." I teased.

Brendon shrugged. "It doesn't matter. I'll still love you anyway."

If it was possible, I could feel my eyes tearing a little from how incredibly sweet he was being. I quickly pressed a chaste kiss on his lips, "Love you." With that, I turned away and started the movie once again.

Without a warning, Brendon lifted me onto his lap and brushed his lips against mine. "I love you Sydney." I kissed him back and threaded my fingers through his hair.

"Love you too." I mumbled back and Brendon slowly stood up and moved us to our room, our movie plans forgotten as we had a new one in mind.

***

A/N: Yes, this is the last official chapter of this book. I have left the epilogue and one extra chapter (maybe). I hope you guys loved this chapter. It's just a lot of fluff and nothing serious. It's also to tie up most of the loose ends I have regarding Sarah and Rhett.

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