Chapter 13

When I came closer to Collette, she is still smirking and have this teasing look.

" Stop it, Cols, it's not funny!" I hissed at her.

" What? I didn't say anything? Don't be so defensive." She said, laughing.

" Yeah, but your eyes say everything, so drop it!" I retorted and splashed water at her.

" But, seriously, Bels. Have you seen the look on Taylor's face when she caught Liam flirting with you? It's hilarious!" She giggled, and I gave her a death stare.

" He is not flirting! He was teasing me, you crazy girl!" I hissed again and looked at the retreating back of the two, still arguing.

" Call it what you want, girl, but I still say he was flirting. He literally froze when he saw you in that skimpy bikini of yours." Collette answered, still trying to teach my little girl to float.

" Speaking of that, I will strangle my mom for this. God! I have never worn this bikini and should never agree to this." I told her, pouting.

" Bella, you look good. You've filled up nicely since high school. Be proud. You may be small, girl, but you're a bombshell, and Liam noticed that." Collette said seriously, and I rolled my eyes at her.

Ever since she knew I had a crush on her older brother, she has been a die-hard shipper. She has supported my infatuation all that year, and she has witnessed all the heartaches I got whenever Liam brings home a girl or makes out with a girl.

We played in the pool for another hour, then called it a day. Mr. and Mrs. Jones persuade me to stay for dinner since Sophie fell asleep after changing her clothes.

I was lying beside my daughter when a knock came on my door. It was aunt Carmen, and she smiled when she entered.

" Hey, sweetheart. Can I talk to you for a minute?" She whispered, afraid to wake my daughter. I smiled and nodded at her. She sat down by the foot of the bed and held my hand.

" Honey, I know it's not my place to ask you this, but please tell me the truth about Sophie's father. Bella, I know my blood when I see it and call me crazy, but Sophie resembles Liam almost 99%." She began, and I started to feel uncomfortable and scared.

" Aunt Carmen, it's not what you think. Liam didn't even know, and he doesn't have to know. I didn't come back here to ruin his life. I can take care of my daughter. I did and will always do." I began, and I can't fight the emotion I am feeling.

They have the right to know. Sophie, after all, is their grandchild. Carmen sobbed and hugged me.

" Oh, Bella, I knew it! I was so shocked when I saw her, and I just knew that she is my granddaughter. But, honey, don't you think Liam has the right to know too?" She asked me. Her face looks sad and concern.

" I don't know if I am ready, aunt Carmen. What if he will not accept her and will think the worst of me? It was entirely my fault. I never regretted what happened. I got a special gift, and I will forever treasure it," I said and looked at my sleeping daughter adoringly.

" You are a strong woman, Bella, and I admire you for that. Just know that starting today, we are right behind you. I will respect your decision for now, but you have to tell him somehow. If you are not ready to tell me the details, I will respect that." She said and patted my hand and smiled at me reassuringly.

" Thank you, aunt Carmen. I will think about it. I'm just scared of what he will do when he finds out." I told her, I am just scared for my daughter.

" Alright, dear, I understand. Just so you know, I saw the way he is looking at you and you to him. Maybe, there's hope for you two." She smiled and winked. I automatically blushed.

" No, aunt Carmen, you only imagine it. He is happy with Taylor. I can see that." I said, shaking my head.

" Well, I know what I saw, honey, and it's not happiness. You know, for a distinguished Pediatrician, my son could be dumbest when it comes to dating and seeing what's in front of him." She blurted out and shook her head. I smiled and looked down at my clasped hands.

" Well, whenever you're ready, sweetheart. We are right behind you. Do you want to come down for dinner? Don't worry. He is not around. They went out for dinner to appease the beast." She said, laughing, and stood up.

I looked at my daughter and followed her downstairs. Collette's fiance arrived a little while ago. I hadn't met him yet, because I took a nap with Sophie when he came.

When we reached the dining Collette and her fiance Todd are already there happily talking with Mr. Jones.

" Finally! You came down. Bels, this is my fiance, Todd. Baby, this is my best friend ever, Arabella." Collette introduces us and then shook hands. They look good together, and I can see why my best friend adores him.

" Sorry, I got tired of playing in the water for almost two hours. It's so nice to meet you, Todd, finally." I told Todd smiling, and he smiled back.

" Pleased to meet you too, Bella. I have heard so much about you and know so much as well before I even meet you. If you weren't a girl, I would have been very jealous." He chuckled and earned a slap in the chest by my crazy best friend.

We were having fun talking and reminiscing. We had so much fun remembering our teenage years. After that wonderful dinner, we all went to our rooms to call it a night. Sophie will probably sleep throughout the night.

So I went to the bathroom to brush my teeth and prepare for bed. I was repeating the events this afternoon in my head and my talk with aunt Carmen.

I know she's right, that I have to tell Liam, but I don't know where to start and how to say to him.

Later that night, before I succumbed to sleep. I heard the footsteps outside and a heated argument. The couple stopped outside my door and opened the door of the opposite room to mine.

I thought they patched things up between them. I guess not. I hope we didn't cause trouble for them. It's the least I want to happen. I didn't come back to disturb Liam's life. I wanted him to be happy for everything that's happened, even if it's not with me.