Chapter 13 - 13 the facade

Hush. I took a long breath after weighing down my burden. Hailey was quiet for a second, looking at me. I could see my older self in her eyes when she released what could have been the situation. It was totally her choice if she wanted to associate with me; after all, I was the half sinner. Anyone else but Hailey could glorify our popularity. the proper rich brat stamp with loose character, the mafia lawyers. Surprisingly, Hailey did sympathize with me, my mother, but her eyes weren't moving for a second; the anger and fear for her sister were prevailing. Hailey Roosevelt: "Jack, it went so hard on you. I totally understand. I was not able to process the reality of everyone included in this scenario. Being queer is a crime. In Qatar, on the other hand, not telling James about it broke his heart, which indeed was more than a sin; it changed the person in him. Although the truths were never explored, maybe if it was July's past, nobody knows, and even if it was, could James accept her? . The shock was unbearable for him; it harmed everything. July's reputation. Does that give James an excuse to pass on his trauma? Is it justifiable? What if Emma could have sent him her nudes? Next July was her... ? Jack Harrison: " hailey . I don't care about July, ,but for my mother, you and Emma". I didn't mean to defend him. Hailey Roosevelt: " I have to confront him myself, right "? Jack Harrison: "Just wait for him to come, Hailey. Jack's mother was waiting to serve the snacks herself. Hailey got up to serve with her. The Italian cuisine was perfect; the home itself was looking like a themed cafe. After serving, Jack's mother was busy on a call. Jack Harrison: "Hailey, I request you please don't say anything in front of my mother." Hailey Roosevelt: "Jack, I am not heartless.". Jack Harrison: "I didn't mean that, Hailey, don't ever say that.". The conversation was losing its track, so we decided to change the topic. The topic soon went to music. Hailey Roosevelt: "Why don't we just listen to some songs to freshen our minds?". Jack Harrison: "Sure, let me connect it with my boat." After connecting the speaker, we had to pause it within a second. I could hear all our servants gathering together, summing up Dad's belongings. Ahhh, alright, 👍destiny is all set to mess up myplans.. I look at my mom waiting for the doorbell to ring; she smiles at me and nods her head a bit. She is making me believe she will handle it! . As far as I have noticed, my dad is straight going to come to our drawing room and take off his shoe, order a fresh tea and ashtray, and the crazy obvious thing is he can't order me to go into my room with my friend. ;). Eric Harrison: "Honey, I am back home. Where are the boys?". It seems very quiet. ( Jack's dad, entering through the lobby, reaches the nearby dining hall where Jack and Hailey sitting together is clearly visible.) Liela Harrison: "Damn, shhh, we have got a visitor.". Eric Harrison: "Visitor? I can spot a lady sitting next to our big boy. Before Lyla says something to clarify the relationship between the both, Eric interrupts her. Eric Harrison: " I couldn't believe he could find someone to settle down with; look at his glow. I hope he changes from a dreamer to a maker. He must secure his future." Lyla Harrison: "Ericc I don't know much, but yes, it is the first time I am seeing him do something wholeheartedly.". Hailey Roosevelt's POV: I was screwed up; it was already 8 p.m. sharp, and I needed to just run. My phone was constantly buzzing. I was passing a nervous smile to Jack. He understood, and we both got off the sofa. He asked me if we could click our first picture. I was in a hurry. Hailey Roosevelt: "We will click some other time, Jack." Jack Harrison: "Alright, Hailey, let me see you off till your door." Hailey Roosevelt: "Nobody knows where I am, Jack." Jack Harrison: " whattt were you thinking, Hailey?"? Hailey Roosevelt: "The main reason I was here was to talk to you about James's butt..." Jack Harrison: "But what?? Butterscotch xd. Hailey Roosevelt: "I really had a good time today." Jack Harrison:"Same here." "(Jack is blushing;talking to himself, he says, Good time, ummmm, you are too innocent, Hailey.) I take the lift and reach it by 8:05. A questionnaire was in front of me at my dining table, including my mom and Emma. (Emma, the original, my mother; Emma/Elle, my cousin) Surprisingly, only Emma (my sister) was raising an eye over me. Emma (Elle): "So did you get your homework?" Hailey Roosevelt: "Yeah, I did." Emma Roosevelt: "What was the project about?"? Hailey Roosevelt: "A Political Essay, File a political essay ,file " . Emma (Elle): Elle) :" which topic does she suggest? (whispers or he) Hailey Roosevelt: "Ministries of Doha.". We all have food together, and I eat very slowly today as my stomach was already bloated. I enjoyed Italian cuisine at Harrisons. I was feeling uneasy, not apprehensive, but I was hiding something after a long, long time. I tried to avoid the feeling by sometimes playing with a fork, taping my feet. After Emma finished her dinner, I changed into my pj's. And I was back into my ease. Hailey Roosevelt: "Why did you say 'him'?"? ". Emma: "Well, Hailey, I don't have any problem with you and Jack." Hailey Roosevelt: "Emma... I went there to..." Emma: " I am trying to forget what just happened with that crackhead James. Alex is not picking up my phone." Hailey Roosevelt: "Let me try." (dials Alex. "The number you are calling is currently switched off.". Emma: " I am tense now." Hailey Roosevelt: "He will be fine." Emma, what did you hide from me about the cultural village visit"? . Emma: " Hailey, I realized the moon was really pretty that day; I realized in the sense it was portrayed; I realized the reason it fitted so well; I realized the secret behind the glowing honey almond eyes of Alex.". Hailey Roosevelt: "I can't wait to know all the details.". Meanwhile, the scenes at Jack's home: Eric Harrison (Jack's dad) seemed to be hopeful about Jack and his new relationship; Lyla Harrison (Jack's mother) was happy. although Jack's father didn't talk about it. Eric Harrison: "Where's the other boy?"? Lyla Harrison: "Umm, James is out for an educational trip." Jack Harrison: "No need to hide it from Dad. You are making the same mistake, Mom." Lyla Harrison: " what are you saying, son?"? Eric Harrison:Jack, where is James?" "no interruption, Lyla.". Jack Harrison: "With his new girlfriend, running away may be another blunder." Lyla Harrison: " jack will you ever stop exaggerating things?" Jack Harrison: " I know something.". ( Jack's dad gives him a gesture to come to the other room. ). Lyla Harrison: " whats wrong, Jack?"? Stop scaring me. (lyla holds jack's shoulder). Jack Harrison: " nothing much, Mom.". Eric Harrison: "Alright. Tell us right now". Jack Harrison: "Jack is misusing his links with the fashion industry to exploit girls by asking for their obscene photographs; he gives them a hope to be cast and, if they refuse to, he blocks them. Hailey came here to..." Lyla Harrison (puts both hands on her head and cries): Not again! (lyla panics and asks) He tried to do that to Hailey???. Jack Harrison: "Her sister, Emma ". Eric Harrison:Just wait for him to come. I will make sure his accounts are frozen. After hearing about the incident, Emma told Alex to ride back home on his new Kawasaki Ninja H2R. Alex's mind was totally puzzled, upset,upset and his heart was pumping loud. He switched off his phone and went to the same place where he and Emma spent their time. The cultural village. He tried to calm down his anger and distract himself by playing the same song. Iraaday by Abdul Hannan, this time he was not able to concentrate on the rhythm because his inspiration behind the song was missing, Emma. He was playing his guitar, closing his eyes, and he suddenly stopped playing as he wished he could have actually told Emma that he likes her, and to the core, he can't tolerate even a little harm to her. Alex was sure he was going to break James's face, but he wasn't sure if Emma really wanted him or James. He texted James. Alex Wright: "Hey, where are you? Wanna meet? It is urgent. James switches on his phone to click a picture with his new girlfriend; he ignores calls from his family and opens Alex's message, which is very, very unexpected. "I will be in the city after half an hour. "Everything okay, bruh?"? Alex Wright: "I will meet you at your terrace, West Bay,west bay right?" James: " ah sure." James's new girlfriend is Nikkie. They both caught up with each other after two years; they both hooked up secretly. James saw July's tattoo clearly, but there wasn't any evidence about the other girl. James had no idea it was Nikkie. Seeing Jack's rage over July, Jack decided to hide the name of Nikie; by the slip of the tongue, he mentioned that to Hailey. Alex was waiting for James at the terrace. James, being anxious, texts Jack to come on the terrace, as Alex texting him was suspicious. Jack texts Hailey to come over. Eric Harrison snatches Jack's phone, and they all rush towards the terrace. Emma follows Hailey.