Chapter 23

(Isabella's pov)

The sun was beaming through our window. He planted a kiss on my forehead and swaddled me on his chest.

"Morning beautiful", he said.

"Morning handsome", I said.

"You're mine now, Isabella", he said.

I looked up at him, and he crushed his lips to mine.

"The moment you declare me your wife, I'm already yours", I said.

"Move in with me, Isabel," he offered.

"It's a long road to get me to live with you", I said.

"Challenge accepted. You'll be moving in with me soon" he said confidently.

"The confidence!", I said.

The ringing interrupted our chat. I grabbed my phone from a nightstand.

"It's my brother, Liam!", I said.

"Put on a speaker", he said.

"Brother! I miss you", I said.

"I miss you too, little sister! You sound joyful, Isabel", said Liam.

I looked at Luke. "I am."

"Dad, tell me everything, they're so happy for you", said Liam.

Our fingers entwined as we beamed at one another.

"How about you?" I said.

"Hmm"

"Say something, Brother", I said.

He laughed, "Got you, sis!"

"You!"

"I called to congratulate you both," Liam added.

"Thanks, brother!", I said.

"I genuinely appreciate it, sir," he said.

"Is he with you?", asked Liam.

"He's right beside me", I said.

I handed the phone to Luke.

"Thank you for your approval, sir," I said.

"Don't mention it, you're one of us now", said Liam.

"Dad never picks the wrong person. I trust his judgment. Take good care of my baby sister", said Liam.

"Don't doubt it, sir", he said.

"And! Don't you forget my invitation", said Liam.

"It'll come knocking on your door, my dear brother" I said.

Then we hung up the call.

"He's cool, Isabel", he said.

"You'll adore my brother once you meet him in person", I said.

Our lives are becoming more intriguing by the day. We meet every day, learn new things, teach each other, form deep bonds, quarrel, and end up with a lot of s**. He worn me down. We fell deeply in love.

(Luke POV)

"Are you up for a double date, Jack?" I wrote Jack.

"Oh yes! When and where?", he replied.

"Tonight, 8 pm, at our favorite place", I said.

"The beach? I need that place! Your father has been grinding me up lately", he said.

"Lol, you should buy a house in my neighborhood", I said.

"Better stay with your father than live in your haunted neighborhood", he said.

"Believe me, once you live here, you'll never go back to that large metropolis," I added.

"Thanks, and bye", he said.

I chuckled as I read the message.

Next step is to call Isabella.

"Hey, wife, you busy?", I asked

"Not at all, what's up?", she asked.

"Get ready for tonight, it's a double date at the beach", I said.

"Double date? Who are they?", she asked.

"Be patient, sweetheart, you will see them tonight," I advised.

"You really like to rack my brain", she said.

"Hah, beg me I'll tell you", I said.

"I won't beg anyone, Mr. Luke, you know that", she said.

"I'll make you beg me tonight, Isabel", I said.

"Don't raise my s** mood! Or I'll cut the call", she said

"Wait! Give me a kiss", I said.

"Be patient till tonight", she said.

"Isabella..."

She hung up the call.

It doesn't feel like a long-awaited. Night has fallen, I'm off to fetch my woman.

Isabella stood on her porch, waiting for my arrival.

I rolled down the window and smiled at her. She gets in and kissed my lips.

"It took me quite hours to get that kiss", I pulled the engine.

"They say patience is the key", she said.

I parked the car. We made our way to the shore.

I spotted Jack and Emma from a distance. They had taken seats and relaxed.

"There they are", I said.

"Are they your friends?" she asked as we neared them.

"Yep! They are", I said.

"Guys, I'd like to introduce you, Isabella, my woman."

"Hello, Isabella", said Jack

"Hey!", said Emma.

"This is Jack, my best friend, and that's Emma, ​​Jack's girlfriend", I said.

"Hello there, Jack, Emma", she said.

"Has he told you about us?", asked Jack.

I choked.

"He hasn't. He never mentioned anything", she said.

Jack stared at me, "I see. Great best friend I've ever had"

"You can't find a friend like me, Jack", I said.

"Indeed, where can I find a friend who lives in a haunted house", said Jack.

We laughed.

"Don't say that, Isabella adores my cabin", I said.

"Really, Isabel?" Jack

"I bet she's not. Maybe you forced her", said Jack.

"Honestly, I was scared at first. I play on a field behind an abandoned cabin", she said.

"Abandoned?", I stared at her.

"HAHAHA!", Jack laughed out loud, as he placed his palm on his belly.

"I considered going up to the cabin a number of times. I don't dare" she said.

"The lights went on and off, there was no human activity there. One day he came out and greeted me in the field," she explained.

"And that's when the love tale began," Emma explained.

"Yeah, It was a tough and thrilling moment", she said.

"Btw Luke, I have a secret statement from your buddy", said Emma.

"Emma don't!", said Jack.

"I've got your back, Luke," Emma said.

"It's time to switch up my bestie, come on Emma!", I said.

"Jack admitted that he...", he put his hand over Emma's mouth.

"He feels..." Emma muttered as she tried to push Jack's hand away.

"Help is coming!", she said.

"Say it Emma", I ripped Jack's hand away from Emma.

Emma sprang to her feet a few feet away from us and shouted "Luke!"

"HE STATED THAT HE LOVES THE SERENITY IN YOUR CABIN!"

Jack sighed, looking down shyly.

"I GOT YOU, BRO!" I wrapped my arms around his neck.

We reveled in the sand, then Jack waved at me. I went up to him and asked, "What?"

"Let's take a walk", he said.

"What are you thinking?" I inquired.

"Umm, it's about you two", he said.

"What about us?", I asked.

"How deep is your relationship?", he asked.

"Deep as I'm willing to marry her", I said.

"Did both of your parents know about this?" he inquired.

"Isabella's family approved our relationship", I said.

"The Abrams?", he asked

I sighed, "They know nothing about us. I intend to reveal it this week," I stated.

"If you don't mind, may I express my concern?" Jack asked.

"Sure," I said.

"I doubt your parents would approve of your relationship," he remarked.

"I don't really care about it, Jack. I've made up my mind, she's the one for me", I said.

"Luke, I really admire you. And Isabella, she changed you into a better man", he pressed my shoulder.

"My entire world has changed since I met her", I looked over at Isabella, who was chatting with Emma.

"On the other hand, there's a fear growing up within me," he admitted.

"Fear of what?" I asked Jack.

"I don't know. It seems like this terror always surfaces when I look at both of you," he remarked.

"Everything will be fine", I said.

"I pray for it." he said.

He slung his arm around my shoulder as we strolled along the sand.

"May I go with you? When meeting your parents", he asked

"It would be better if I did this with Isabel", I said.

"Alright, call me if you need anything", he said.

"Definitely", I said

We returned to our women.

"The best day ever! I'm looking forward to our next double date." Jack

I chuckled. "Hit me up when you're free."

"Until next time guys!", said Emma.

They left.

"I'm ready for our fantastic night, wife," I said.

We lay on the bed without any clothes on.

My mind rewinded to the conversation I had with Jack. I felt the same fear when I thought of my relationship with Isabella.

I rolled out of bed and put on my jeans, leaving Isabella fast sleeping. I stepped out and quietly closed the door. I walked into my study. I sat back in my chair, allowing the night breeze to flow over my unclothed body.

My heart pounded with an unknown fear. Whatever happens, I'm not going to let Isabella go, even if it means turning my back on my family.

Isabella, I've slept with many girls, you're the only woman who has conquered my heart. You're my first and last love. My heart is entirely for you, as is my lust.

(Isabella POV)

Birds chirping outside the window. I awoke with my lips curled. I stretched my body while looking at the empty side next me.

"Luke?"

I rose from the bed and grabbed his white shirt.

"Luke..." I strolled over to his study.

I sighed, "Here you are."

I shut the door, letting him sleep. I went into the kitchen and started preparing breakfast.

I returned with two dishes of food to his study room.

"You're up?" I said.

He flexed his muscles.

He sniffed, "Is that a French toast?"

"Right", I took a seat opposite him.

I handed him his meal.

"It's so tasty!", he said as he chewed his breakfast.

"Thanks to my mom's recipe", I said.

"Is she French?", he asked.

"Yep, my French mom", I said.

"No surprise the toast is excellent!" he exclaimed.

We have our breakfast and then unwind on the couch while drinking coffee.

"Why did you sleep here?" I asked.

"I had some work to complete last night, and I fell asleep", he said.

"I didn't mean to be nosy, I saw you had a serious talk with Jack. Is everything OK?" I asked,

"Everything is fine, just work stuff", he said.

"Isabella", he said

"Yes?", I asked

"Would you like to meet my parents?", he asked.

"Of course! People are inspired by your parents' success, including me. It would be an honor to meet them," I said.

"Why? You don't seem happy at all," I remarked.

"It's fine if you don't want me to meet them," I said.

"No Isabel, it's not about you, but, them", he said.

"Them? I don't get it", I asked.

"Ignore what I said. We'll meet my parents tomorrow," he explained.

"What do I need to prepare? Do I have to bring something?", I asked.

"Just bring yourself", he said.

"Isabella...no matter what happens, never lose your hope in us ", he said.

"You scare me", I said

"Don't, I'm by your side", he pulled me to his chest.

"Take me home, Luke," I said.

"I'll drop you off later," he said.

"Now!", I said

"Okay, OK," he said.

On the way, my mind replayed with Luke's words. I was super excited when he invited me to meet his family. Now I get the opposite feeling. What's going to happen?