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Xavier smiled warmly as he comforted him confidently. “I’ve verified that now is the best time to view the aurora at Bernardia. Even if the weather isn’t on our side today, we can put up a man-made display. Whatever it is, I’ll make sure that you don’t drop the ball.
“You just have to put aside all your worries and walk to madam’s side boldly!”
“Thank you, Xavier.” Jeremy straightened his back and smiled slightly.
Right at that moment, his phone rang. He answered Jonah’s call immediately.
“Hey, Jeremy,” Jonah’s deep voice trembled slightly in the wind.
“What’s up, Jonah?”
After a moment, Jonah took a deep breath. He enunciated every word, “I’m going to propose to Julien tonight.” Jeremy’s eyes lit up.
“I want to lock it down and make him mine. I’m not going to let him go anymore.”
Jeremy’s chest tightened as he listened silently.
“If he says ‘yes’ tonight, we will register our marriage first thing tomorrow morning.”
Jonah was always the calm and restrained type of person. At this moment, however, there was a sense of happiness in his voice. A slight tremble accompanied his every word, as if he was forcing himself to hold his excitement back.
“Same-sex marriage is legal in Bernardia. There can be no better opportunity than this.”
“Congratulations, Jonah,” Jeremy said in a low voice, which carried a hint of envy.
“I have been keeping this thought to myself for a really long time. I didn’t know who to tell. It didn’t feel right to tell Lyse either.”
Jonah chuckled awkwardly. “After thinking about it, I figured you are the only one I can tell.”
“It is my privilege to be the first to find out about your good news.”
Jeremy smiled. He gave them his blessings from the bottom of his heart. “I give my sincerest blessings to the both of you. You and Julien must be happy together, Jonah.” “Thank you. We will. The same goes for you and Lyse.” In a warm voice, Jonah urged, “Even Landon has settled down. When are you going to marry Lyse, Jeremy?”
Jeremy hid the jewelry box in his chest pocket. With feelings of anxiousness, he walked toward Winston’s room.
“That’s great… Taty… That’s great!”
Jeremy stopped in his tracks. He dashed to hide behind a potted plant.
Through the window, the bright moonlight shone on a pair of lovers embracing one another, highlighting the beautiful and meaningful moment that they shared.
Sean had his arms around Tatiana’s waist. He planted kisses all over her face, from her forehead to her cheeks and her lips. He was extremely gentle with her, as if all he wanted was to make her his. Tatiana was madly in love with him in the first place. She couldn’t hold up against him being all over her like that. Soon enough, she melted into his arms, moaning softly.
“Sean…” Her eyes were reddened. The look in her moistened eyes was heart-fluttering.
“I’m going to be a dad, Taty… I’m going to be a dad!”
In his excitement, Sean pulled Tatiana in for a tight hug. With a tremor in his voice, he added, “Don’t be afraid, Taty. I will protect you and our child. I will do all I can to give you both a happy life! “It’s too late now, but I will speak with Winston first thing tomorrow morning. I’ll ask for your hand in marriage officially!”
“There’s no rush.”
Tatiana lifted her face toward him. Her face was slightly pale. “Mom and Lyse are talking to Dad about this in the room. They will first give him the heads-up and calm him down, to avoid him getting overly emotional and affecting his health.”
“It’s okay even if Winston disapproves. I will marry you no matter what.”
Sean’s heart pounded. He welled up with tears. “If I don’t, my life… will be meaningless.”
“After all we’ve been through, Dad understands how you feel about me. I don’t think that he will grumble about you cutting ties with your family or your family members not coming over in person to discuss our marriage.”
Tatiana pursed her lips slightly. She caressed her belly with a look of worry in her eyes. “It’s just… we’re not married yet, and I’m not prepared to be a mother.
“I’m afraid that I won’t be able to handle things well. I’m worried about not being able to care for you and our child in the end.”
“Don’t be afraid. I can do it.”
Sean thought about how he had been so occupied lately that he hadn’t even prepared for a proposal. His heart filled with regret, and his voice became hoarse. “I’ll care for both you and our child.” “How would you? You’re a busy-“
“No worries at all. I am a capable man!”
The expression on Sean’s face was sincere. He did not look like he was merely cajoling her. “If you don’t want to breastfeed the baby, we can go for formula next time. Whether it’s changing diapers, preparing the baby’s milk, or putting the baby to sleep… leave them all to me. You don’t have to worry about those at all!
“Then, we can hire a nanny when the baby is older. The nanny will watch over the baby, and you can watch over the nanny. It’ll save you so much worry.” “How can I do that?” Tatiana shook her head.
“My mom said that giving birth to a child is like going through hell. After becoming a mother, a woman will lose themselves completely.”
Sean caressed her hair lovingly. “It will be an arduous journey for you from the moment of conception until you give birth to this baby.
“It makes me feel terrible to think that I can’t take the load off you. So, I will make it up to you manifold after the baby is born.
“I know it’ll be tough on you this year, my love. But I will look after the both of you for the rest of my life.”
Sean’s deeply affectionate words finally relieved Tatiana of all her worries. Her eyes glistened brightly with her anticipation of a blissful life in the future. Jeremy smiled, feeling glad. He didn’t interrupt them but simply left quietly.
Just as he got to Winston’s door, Lyla happened to be coming out of the room. She looked at him in surprise. “Jeremy? What brings you here?”
“Is Lyse in there, Madam Lyla?” Jeremy asked in a low voice.
“She is. She’s talking with her father. Are you looking for her?”
“No, I was just asking. I… also just wanted to see Winston at the same time.” After going through so much, Jeremy’s voice still trembled out of nervousness. “Go ahead, then. Otherwise, Winston will be going to bed soon.”
Lyla kept having the feeling that something about Jeremy was different tonight. She took a closer look, and she smiled. “Oh! This is an exquisite piece of clothing. It’s been a long time since I’ve seen such amazing handiwork.”
“Lyse made this for me. It’s my favorite suit,” Jeremy declared proudly with his head held high.
“Oh, no wonder. Lyse’s craftsmanship is one of a kind.”
Lyla sighed softly. In a tender voice, she said, “I’ve made clothes for Winston before. It’s quite straining on the eyes and draining at the same n¨§t e time. Lyse hasn’t even made any for her brothers. I can see how much she loves you. She really put her effort into it.”
“Yeah…” Jeremy choked on his tears.
Lyla left the door slightly ajar. Jeremy pushed the door open slowly and entered. He could hear the muffled chatter coming from Winston and Alyssa in the room.
He followed their voices and walked over. Just as he was about to knock on the bedroom door, he heard Winston speaking in a tender voice.
“Lauren is married. Taty is now pregnant with Sean’s child and they’d be getting married soon. How about you, Lyse? When do you plan to get married to Jeremy?” Jeremy’s heart raced. He held his breath and listened intently.
After a moment of silence, Alyssa spoke up in a gentle yet firm voice, “Dad, I’m not looking to get married for now.”
Jeremy’s heart hammered against his ribs, a frantic drum solo threatening to burst through his chest. He clenched his hand into a fist against the door.
“Why not?” Winston was perplexed. “Jeremy treats you the best. The relationship between both of you has already stabilized, and you’ve lived together for so long. Why don’t you just register your marriage? That way, things will get a lot easier once your relationship is legally recognized.”
Alyssa pressed her lips together lightly. “A marriage certificate makes no difference for Jeremy and I.”
“How is there no difference? If you ask me, the most realistic way to express one’s love is to give their lover a status that no one else can replace!”
Winston’s gaze was fiery, and he started getting a little emotional. “The only person I have married legally was your mother. She is the only one who has a special place in my heart. She was the only wife I had legally. Although it has been many years since she passed, her place in my heart has never changed. She is still my wife!
“Right now, people out there will only address you as Ms. Taylor or refer to you as Mr. Walsh’s girlfriend. I know that you’re very much in love with Jeremy. So, don’t you want to be known as Mrs. Walsh officially? Isn’t that what you have been pursuing so hard for?”
Alyssa lowered her eyes and remained silent.
“My dear, is it… because you’re still bothered by the fact that you were once divorced from him? Is that still a thorn in your side?” Winston asked in a concerned voice.
Jeremy felt his heart wrenching in his chest. He wasn’t sure if Alyssa had gotten over the past hurt, but he knew that he hadn’t.
He was insecure, depressed, regretful, and remorseful. He had once hurt the woman he loved the most. He could never forgive himself for that.
It was something that had cut him to the bone.
Naturally, he would never dare to console himself by assuming that Alyssa had forgotten about it. Even though she appeared like she didn’t care and didn’t mention it, it didn’t mean that she had forgotten. “No, Dad. I’ve let go of it a long time ago. Plus, you know me. I’m the type who doesn’t care how much physical pain I go through, but I will not allow myself to feel miserable. So, please don’t overthink it. “The main reason I’m not thinking about getting married yet is because there’s one major issue that still bothers me… And that’s Jameson.”
A look of frigidity came across her eyes. “I won’t be in the mood for anything as long as he is still a problem. I can’t eat or sleep with a peace of mind.
“Moreover, I know that he isn’t taking any action right now because there hasn’t been any development in my relationship with Jeremy. However, I know him very well. Jeremy and I getting married will be the straw that breaks the camel’s back.
