Sophie’s POV
Venom helped me decorate the mansion’s garden for Vincent’s birthday. I just put some blue and gold balloons at the entrance of the garden then a large banner that says, ‘HAPPY BIRTHDAY, V!’ There were Christmas lights that we hang around the trees and on the pathways.
I was also the one who chose the food to be served and even the drinks. I also helped to bake his cake and decorated the tables and chairs for the visitors.
After I confessed to Lance, I cried so hard when I went home.
But then I realized that maybe it’s the best time to move on already and let go of my feelings toward him. I just decided to practice focusing more on Vincent.
Starting from now on, I’ll try learning to love Vincent. After all, I am married to him.
Speaking of Lance, I wonder why is he still not here.
I tried calling him a while ago but he didn’t answer any of them.
He usually goes here early so I’m worried. But maybe he’s still asleep or he’s busy doing something.
“Miss Sophie, where do you think should we put this chocolate fountain?” Venom asked me while three men were behind her, holding the huge chocolate fountain that I ordered myself too.
“Hmmm, I think you can just put that there.” I said, pointing to the long table, placed under the ornamental cherries.
I looked around the garden and smiled when I realize how beautiful it is.
I just hope Vincent likes it.
“I-I’m sorry I’m late, Sophie. I’m really sorry, I didn’t notice the time.”
“Lance!” I smiled. “It’s alright, look, I’m almost done. What do you think about it?" Lance looked around the garden. “It’s beautiful, I didn’t know that you’re so good at this, Sophie.”
“Really? It doesn’t look like a child’s birthday party?”
“Not at all. For sure V would love it.”
“Thank you. Your eyes look puffy, did you cry last night?” I kidded.
“Huh? Really? I don’t know, I just watched a heavy drama last night before I sleep and this is what it brought me.”
We both laughed.
At least I can still talk and laugh with Lance.
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“Miss Sophie, Sir Vincent just arrived!” one of the maids yelled which caused all of us to panic.
I looked at Lance. “What should I do?”
“Go greet Vincent and make him go here.” He replied.
“Okay.” I looked at myself and fixed my dress then I took a deep breath.
I was about to go when Lance suddenly grabbed my hand so I looked at him. “Huh?”
He then swept some strands of hair on my face before he smiled at me. “You look good. You can do it, Sophie.”
“Thank you, Lance.” I smiled then I started walking away.
I went out of the mansion and saw Vincent as he parked his car in front of it. I waited for him to step outside before I ran onto him. “V!!!”
“Huh? Why are you still awake?”
“I was waiting for you.”
He furrowed his brows but then later on a smirk appeared on his face. “Waiting for me? Why, don’t tell me you want to play chess tonight?”
“H-Huh?”
“Do you know what part of you would I claim next?”
“I told you to wait for me ‘til I turned eighteen.” I almost whispered.
He suddenly grabbed my waist and pulled me close to him. “Aren’t that next month?”
My eyes widened upon realizing that what he said was right.
“Alright then, I’ll just wait for you.” He said. “I’m hungry, would you like to eat outside?”
“Huh? No, I mean, I have something to show you, V. Come with me.”
“Show me? What is it?”
I grabbed him by the hand. “Let’s go.”
He was hesitating to go with me at first but then he let me pull him until we finally reached the way to the garden. We saw two of his men standing by the doorway.
“What’s in the garden?” Vincent asked me.
“I don’t know, let’ see.”
I was still holding his hand as we walked inside. The lights were dimmed at first, but as we continue walking, the lights turned on one by one. “Isn’t it beautiful?” I whispered to Vincent.
“It is…”
We continue walking until all the lights turned on.
‘HAPPY BIRTHDAY, VINCENT!!!!’ all of us yelled including Vincent’s me behind us.
I glanced at him and I saw how surprised he was. He was looking at all of us then he looked around him. A smile suddenly appeared on his face.
My mouth went agape while I was looking at him.
What a beautiful smile he has.