Chapter 49 Thank You

((( Jasmin POV's )))

"Father was lucky enough to be a beneficiary of the Hope Charity project for the poor," she narrated as she gently caressed her stomach that was yet to show the evidence of her pregnancy. "I…and my baby were beneficiaries as well. I can't wait to get there someday."

I was glad at the thought of her finally accepting her child but was deeply shocked to hear the charity. It was the same foundation that paid for Dexter's treatment. All the dots were suddenly connected and those separate acts of strange kindness were obviously the doing of a single person.

"Ever since Derick entered our house, luck kept coming in," Amy happily concluded. "Don't you think so?"

"Maybe," I lied.

I paused for a while and remembered Dexter was up for discharge as well. I usually walked but since this new place has gotten a little farther from the hospital, I had to commute. And as soon as I got off the bus, somebody grabbed me by the arm.

It was him.

I have been thinking of him the entire day so his sudden presence felt like my fears personified.

"D-derick?" I stuttered in shock.

He smiled widely. "Why do you look like you've just seen a ghost? How are you?"

"Just fine."

He freed my arm as he took a bouquet and a box of chocolates that he kept hidden behind his back, "For you."

"You didn't have to Derick."

He smiled more at the mention of his name.

"Good you called me by my name. I was just worried because I haven't seen you this long. I'm thankful you're alright," he buoyantly looked me in the eye.

I've been aching to ask him about all the charitable help I was receiving lately and this was the perfect opportunity to do so. But I didn't know how to start…

"Derick," I might sound proud but I don't know how else to say it "Please stop all the things you we're doing for us."

I felt a little ashamed at myself. This man has been helping me a lot and instead of being thankful, I was pushing him away. Does he really love me? Or was he just playing around?

His face fell a little but he easily concealed it with another smile. He didn't answer me directly but my mouth went wide when he spoke again, "Your brother has to go through some more examination before he gets discharged. It'll take a while. I can stay with you while you wait."

My questions suddenly felt answered. I had guessed it was him all along but why do I still feel surprised? All my unwarranted dislike for him got cleared and I couldn't help but hug him in turn. Without him, I wondered how I would be like, "Thank you. Thank you very much…"