26 Chapter 26

*Andy' POV*

Marcus is still trying to comfort me when a lonely Dr. Woods came out. From the way she looked right now, I don't think I want to hear the things she's going to say. "Mr. Parker, I regret to say this but she didn't make it." She tapped my back and left trying to suppress her tears. I know she treats Lydia like a family. She just adored her and now she's gone forever.

How can I say I'm deeply sorry for hurting you Lydia? How will I ever make up for all of the mistakes I've done? You haven't even laid your eyes on our beautiful children. God, they need you.

I gathered myself and went into that room. Lydia was lying there lifeless. She's as white as a sheet and as cold as ice. I couldn't describe the emptiness I feel right now. It's like I have died with her. I touched her cheek. It was rosy before and would turn to crimson if she blushed. But now... it's the other way around. I didn't hold back. Loneliness and regret consumed me. I just let the tears fall. I hugged her tightly silently hoping that she would hug me back. Whispering to her ears hoping that she would hear me pleading.

Marcus followed me inside but I didn't move. All I want is to be with Lydia. They were trying to take me away from her. But I will never allow them. Marcus tried to talk some sense to me but I didn't listen. I know he adores Lydia too. Diana was just standing at the doorway of delivery room, her eyes were on Juliet. It took me by surprise when suddenly she burst out crying. She held both her hand tightly and shouted, asking for forgiveness.

She just confessed that Lydia was innocent was she made all those lies to stop our wedding and have my Lydia out of my life because she still love me. How can Diana do this to me? She made me believe Lydia was nothing but a gold digger. Diana fooled me! Why is this happening to me? She was innocent all along! I should've listened to her. Lydia, forgive me. I am such a fool. I should've trusted our love.

"Get out!" I shouted at Diana. "Get the hell out of here before I lose temper. I can't guarantee...."

"I am so sorry Andy, I am very sorry. I didn't want this to happen." Diana pleaded but I ignored her. My eyes were trained on Lydia. My precious darling. Then Marcus left me alone with my Lydia. The love I lost because I didn't believe her when she said she was innocent. The very girl who taught me how to love. The one who made me smile even if I am in my worst. The one who loved me with all her heart. The one who endured all the pain and heartache because she was accused of something she didn't do. And I was a fool to believe all those lies. And now, everything is too late. She's gone. She died lonely and hurt. She deserved none of it. I sat beside her bed silently crying. If only I can turn back time. If only...

"Darling, oh darling, please wake up. We need you." I hope you can still hear me Lydia. I missed your emerald eyes. I missed the sound of your laugh. I miss everything about you. I didn't stop talking and pleading for her to come back. I just don't have the heart to. I hugged her again, so damn tight. Whispering the same thing over and over again. I want her back.

"Why are you crying?" I was beyond shocked when I heard that familiar voice. Could it be?