Love War

Celestia POV

I sat up on my bed panting harshly for my breath and sweating profusely. After all, it was a dream but it looked like reality. The thought of meeting him again made my blood boil. It is because of fear, love and anger.

The dream lasted for mere seconds but it all felt real. My instinct said something is going to happen. Good or Bad, I don't know.

Maybe both answered my inner voice.

My mind wandered to the days when I wanted to feel him beside me or to just get a glance of him from afar.

Just a little hug to feel his warmth. Or just his soothing voice to make me feel better.

But now, the thought of meeting him disgusted me. The once loved face of his is the one that I loathe now.

Shaking all the unnecessary thoughts I planned to start my day.

Looking at my clock it showed five thirty in the morning. Removing the sheets from my bed I headed towards the terrace to meet with fresh morning air. The gentle breeze gushing over my face makes me feel light.

It was a pleasant morning. The sun started to rise with rays peeking out hiding behind those fluffy clouds. It was reddish orange in color.

Birds flying out to begin their day. Cuckoos chirping and their sound gave a peaceful feeling.

I felt happy and cool. Thought of going for a run I went down, did my morning chores and changed myself into some sports wear and headed out of my house.

On the way back home I always have my coffee in the nearby cafe owned by this good old lady.

She could be of the age of my grandmother. She is so sweet. She keeps reminding me of my gran. My everyday visit to Mrs. Shiloh's cafe is the favourite time of the day.

Her husband Mr. Shiloh takes care of the whole cafe along with their family. He looks all gruff but a gentleman.

Getting my usual chocolate latte I paid and got on my way back home.

After having a quick shower I blow dried my hair and looked into the mirror.

No! It is not me. Yea I'm sure it's not me. I looked very different not the chubby cheeked girl showing up all her teeth to make others happy. The one who makes fun to keep her surroundings happy.

The one who keeps giggling and running around the house and lighting up the dull moments.

But the one in the mirror was a lot skinnier, seems to be lost in some way.

Eyes didn't sparkle nor the cheeks flared.

I looked way different. A lot thinner than I used to be. It was all due to the pressure I had experienced in the past years.

My health, which I didn't care about nowadays. It was all because of Him.

Not only was he gone, but he took away everything which I had for me.

To start the day as a CEO I picked out a formal dress which shows me as a strong, bold CEO of Knights and Co.,Enterprises.

I took out a white t-shirt and matched it with a waist length full sleeved overcoat. Matching it with my black ankle length leggings.

I found my favourite black stilletos and my black apple watch to go along with it.

I left my hair open and after putting some light make up and nude lip gloss with one coat of mascara I ran downstairs to have my breakfast.

Greeted by the sweet smell of pancakes made by my mom and also with my mom's cheerful smile.

Her one warm smile is enough for me to give the best motivation for me.

I greeted her,"Good Morning mom! Have a nice day!" by leaving a small kiss on her cheek. She was happy to see me smiling. She embraced me with a warm hug and placed my pancakes on my plate.

She is the one who knows very well how much I suffered. She always wanted me to be all smiling as I used to be.

And only for her I keep smiling even if it hurts a lot. If she is happy because I am happy. Then, I'll do anything to keep her happy and smiling!

Then, there came my two cousins Dale and Darleene shouting a loud good morning and digging into the pancakes, as today is their last day of school.

My mom said,"Celestia Grace Knights, I have good news for you." Before she finished her message I heard the doorbell ringing through the house. " I'll answer" I said by giving my mom a warm smile and making my way to the front door.

Little did I know what was waiting for me there or moreover who was waiting for me there!

I never knew that I'll start my day like this! Why should this happen only to me?

There was a huge shock for me. I opened the door while telling my cousins to be quiet.

I didn't see who it was until I lifted my head. I was busy shushing my little cousins who were talking and giggling at the back of me.

When I lifted my head up to see who it was I was numb. I was dumbfounded.

No words to explain how I felt there.

There stood the person whom I hated the most.
Whom I loved the most.

There stood the one who made me feel what heaven is like.
What the hell is like.

There stood the person whom I yearned to see at least once.
There stood the person whom I never wanted to see.

There he stood who gave me all the happiness in the world.
Who took away all the happiness.

There stood My World. My Everything.

There he was my all time saviour.
My knight in shining Armour.
My partner in crime.
My motivator.
My supporter.
My soul healer.

My long lost soulmate.
The love of my life.

Yes! There stood, Cedric Nathaniel Stains, with all his glory.

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