Filed to story: Mr Williams Madame Is Dying Novel Free Online (Madison & Hunter)
She quickly went to the cafe they both loved in their university days. Madison and Alicia were standing at the door.
Even though Madison was covered in a thick down jacket, she still looked slender.
There was a child standing next to her.
Tears streamed down Everly’s face when she met Madison’s gaze.
Everly rushed toward Madison even though she was wearing heels.
Then, she wrapped her arms around Madison.
“Madie. I was so worried about you! I thought you were really-“
“Sorry. The circumstances were dire at the time.”
Everly hugged her tightly. “Why have you lost so much weight? Have you been eating at all? You’re all skin and bones.
Madison pinched Everly’s cheek and said, “I lost weight? What about you? You’re so skinny, too. Have you been busy with work?”
A hint of awkwardness flashed in Everly’s eyes.
That’s for sure. I’ve moved up the corporate ladder. Surprising, right?”
“I’ve always known you could do it.”
They remained in each other’s arms for a while more as they reminisced. Then, Everly finally turned her attention to Alicia.
She didn’t need an introduction from Madison. It was clear that Alicia resembled Hunter.
“Hi, Auntie Eve,” Alicia greeted her obediently.
Everly’s heart almost melted when she looked at her. “Good girl! Come, let me give you a hug.”
Alicia reached out, wrapped her hands around Everly’s neck, and placed her head on her shoulder.
Tears streamed down Everly’s face as she held Alicia in her arms.
When she saw Everly crying so profusely, Madison felt like something was wrong.
“Are you okay, Eve?”
Everly came back to her senses and started to wipe her tears frantically.
I’m okay. I’m just too excited after seeing you. God, I’m so emotional right now. The tears just won’t stop flowing
“It’s cold out here. Let’s take a seat inside.”
“Alright. We don’t want our little cutie here to catch a cold.”
Everly seemed to like kids a lot. She kept Alicia in her arms the whole time.
After they entered the cafe, Everly helped Alicia take off her scarf and hat.
“Did you feel cold, baby? Look at that cute little nose, red from the cold.
“You’re so cute. What do you want to eat? It’s my treat today.”
Madison scanned her surroundings and said, “It’s been so long since we last came here. The owner didn’t change, but the decor changed quite drastically.”
“Yeah. In this world, even people have to change to adapt, much less these inanimate objects. Sitting here, I’m really starting to miss our glory days.”
The cafe was close to a university.
So, university students passed by the corner frequently despite the cold weather. There were youthful and lively smiles on their faces. They were pure and untainted.
“You haven’t told me what happened after you faked your death. Where did your child come from?”
Madison began to retell the events of everything that happened. Everly’s jaw dropped when she heard the entire story
Tears welled up in her eyes, and she grabbed Madison’s arm when she heard that Madison had almost died from cancer.
“You’ve been through so much, Madie.”
Madison smiled and said, “Don’t worry. It’s all behind me now. I even got my daughter back. I am content.
“What about you? How has life been for you?”
“Me? I’m doing very well. You know me. I’m very straightforward with my feelings. I’ll never mistreat myself.
I’ve gotten a raise and a promotion. I’m living my best life.”
Everly had a carefree smile on her face. She hid her troubles very masterfully.
“Have you ever thought about getting married? Don’t tell me you’re still hung up on Josh after so many years.”
Everly realized it had been so long since her last relationship after Madison brought Josh up.
“Why would I be hung up on a punk like that? I have the money to be the sugar mommy for a dozen hunks.
“I don’t need his scrawny ass. I’m pretty and successful. We women really have to focus on our careers.
*Obsessing over love is not the way to live.”
Madison smiled when she heard Everly say that. “Are you talking about me? I think you’re talking about me.”
Upon meeting again, Madison seemed more cheerful than before. She would even crack a joke or two.
Everly patted her on the head. “You’ve finally put that relationship behind you I’m so happy for you.”
“That’s right. I used to feel like my life was a living hell. Every day was torture for me.
“Ever since I was reunited with my child, it was like a fog had lifted. Life was worth living again.”
Everly stared at Madison with envy in her eyes. “That’s nice.”
“You’re not getting any younger. Have you not met anyone you wanted to date?”
Madison asked that question because she noticed that Everly seemed like she loved children.
She seemed to sense that Everly felt uneasy when she brought that up.
Everly would try to change the subject quickly every time.
“Although I’m as beautiful as ever, and countless people want to be with me. But I’m too busy. I have no time for relationships.”
Madison smiled. “So, should I be honored that a busy person like yourself took the time to meet with me?”
“We’re such good friends. I’ll make time to see you even if I’m going to kill myself.”
“Don’t say that. You’re still as unhinged as ever. Don’t you know these things might come true if you keep saying them?”
“Why have you become so superstitious after I’ve not seen you in a couple of years?
“I seem to remember you saying you never believed in things like that.”
Madison picked up her cup of warm tea and took a couple of sips.
“That was because I was young. I thought I would be able to change the world. I’ve succumbed to reality time and again.
“I’ve come to realize my insignificance. No matter how hard I try, I won’t be able to change my fate.”
“We’re still so young. Why are we talking like old geezers?” Everly asked as she propped her face with her hand.
“I guess this is the price of growing up.”
“Tell me the truth. What are you planning to do next?”
Madison said in a resigned tone, “I want to pay Vince back.”
“But Hunter would know you’re alive if you do that.”
Everly’s expression turned serious when the topic was brought up.
No. He should have already known that Madison was still alive.
So many people witnessed Madison’s phone call to her.
Henry also knew she was coming to meet Madison. If he knew, Hunter would also know.
“I don’t care if he knows. If that’s my fate, I accept it.”
Everly looked at Madison with a pained expression. She knew how hard Madison’s life had been.
“Let’s not dwell on these unhappy memories on the day of our reunion. Come, let’s raise a toast to our reunion!
Everly raised her cup of tea and said, “Okay. Let’s get wasted tonight!”
They smiled as they looked at each other. It was like they were back in their university days again.
But both of them knew those days were behind them.
Madison asked, puzzled, “I thought you loved iced beverages. When did you start drinking warm ones?”
Everly scratched her head and said, “I let myself go too much in the past. I used to drink cold beverages in the winter.
“It would hurt very badly when my period comes
“I’m not getting any younger, so I’m trying to take care of my health now. Look, I even carry a flask of herbal tea around.”
“You should’ve made this change long ago. I’ve been telling you not to drink so many iced beverages.
“You’ve finally learned your lesson. I guess you have to learn from experience.”
Everly put a hand on her stomach subconsciously. A complicated glint flashed in her eyes.
“I won’t make this mistake again. I’ve learned my lesson.”
Madison and Everly drank tea, walked around the mall, and watched a movie. It was just like old times.
They cherished the time they had together.
Alicia yawned when the movie ended.
Joshua drove an Audi A8 over and asked, “Ms. Evans, do you want to head home now?”
Madison looked at him in confusion. “Where did you get the car?”
“I rented it. It’s pretty cheap for such a good car. Ms. Alicia is falling asleep. I figured that it would be troublesome for you to take the bus.
“Hurry up and get in. It’s very cold outside.”
Madison beckoned for Everly to get in the car. Alicia had already fallen asleep in her arms.
Joshua placed their bags in the trunk and asked, “Where is this lady headed?”
�Everly replied hesitantly.
Madison asked, “Are you still living at Azure Oasis?”
“Yeah, same place.” Everly nodded.
“Alright. Sit tight.”
The snow was getting heavier outside. There were fewer people on the street.
