Fate

chapter 26

Bessie's POV

Daniel and I arrived at the mansion, but not without me showing discomfort. I guess he took the warning bells seriously and departed to another side so that people won't catch us walking together. I was still scared of what would happen if people got to know about us.
Dusk set quickly, and I took some food from the kitchen and placed them in a basket. After checking to see if anyone was watching, I snuck out quietly to my father.

"Bess,wait."

I turned my head to see sir Daniel cand ma'am Vera coming towards me with another basket. I looked questionly at sir Daniel, and he gave me an answer.

"We figured we would accompany you to your father. We also came bearing gifts. And.. I would also like to re-introduce myself to him since I did not get the chance."

I could only nod with a thankful smile on my face. Together, we three all went.
Ma'am Vera as by my side,asking how I was. Before I could answer, she touched my face, and I winced.

"Why does your face feel hot? Are you okay, my dear?

I nodded, but she was still unconvinced, so I had to tell her.

"My father slapped me,but he did not mean it."

She turned to look at Sir Daniel and stared at her with pain.

"Actually, I was the reason,Vera, I should have kept my mouth shut and approached her dad carefully. But without thinking, I blurted out that she was pregnant. Before I could state the reason why,he slapped her. But I explained everything to him."

"Are you serious,Daniel? And when you came back, you didn't tell me what went on? You should have waited. You should not have taken matters into your own hands. And know Bessie had to pay the price in her pregnant state. Duffer!"

And with her motherly outburst, she gave Daniel a knock on his head. She then came to my side, her hands holding mine gently.

"Bessie dear,I'm awfully sorry."

"It's alright ma'am Vera,it does not hurt as much as it might look."

"Don't be silly dear. Your face felt hot. I'm glad to actually go see your father. He might be your father,but he has to apologise for what he did."

We then trolled quietly to the black neighbourhood, everywhere almost quiet,apart from the birds chirping and a few people crouching around mini bonfires. They stared at us with inquisitive eyes but stayed in their lane.
We got to my parents' house, and we knocked gently. A few moments later,my father came out of the house, and with a small smile,he ushered us in.

"Hi Mr.."

"Steve,please call me Steve. "

"Well,Steve, call me Vera."

Ma'am Vera gave my dad a warm handshake. My dad eyed the baskets, and I quickly spoke.

"Dad,I brought you food."

He looked at me with tired,yet warm and thankful eyes, then received it. After finding a place to sit, ma'am Vera spoke again.

"Well,I'm sure you already have met Daniel, I am his nanny. But ,he is my son,and I ,his mother. I have grown quite attached to Bessie ever since she started working with us. And when I saw her getting ready to come see her father,I just had to tag along to let you know that you and your wife,may her sound rest in peace,raised her very well."

"Uhm..Vera, right. Thank you."

"Oh,it's nothing. From what I heard,Bessie and Danny here came to see you earlier today, and some conversations took place."

My dad's eyes flashed with fire,then got replaced with guilt and sadness.

"Yes,I got released today from jail,and your.. son happened to be my saviour, but then he told me he forced himself on my daughter and got her pregnant at the age of 17 years. I was really angry,but at myself, for not being there for my baby girl. And she had to go through pain."

"I understand your pain, sir. And I wouldn't want to fuel your anger even more, but please try to see Danny's point of view. He is not the type of person who would use his social status to cheat people or do despicable things.
Yes,I admit what he did was absolutely wrong. But he has been true to his words to stand by Bessie.
He is willing to go against his father and anyone who objects to him being together with your daughter. He told me he was drugged, and as crazy as it sounds,I believe him.
Daniel would not hurt a fly. How could he purposely do that to Bessie. His friends just thought of a crazy idea that he had to enjoy his remaining days as a bachelor because he is betrothed to the Duke's daughter. It's unfortunate that Bessie was the victim of his act. But he loves your daughter, sir.
He wants to be with her. Not just for the baby,but for her,loving her,taking care of her, and providing for her. Just like how a husband should. I'm sure you want your daughter to be happy. Well,she also likes Daniel. And she is willing to stay with him as his wife. I'm sure you know that love is strong. I know you are still hurt. You weren't there for her and Mary. And it was never your fault either. Life goes on Steve. We need you to help fight against society, to let people know that love has no boundaries.
So,what do you say?"

I stared at Vera with awe by the time she was done talking, Daniel looked at her with motherly love and pride, my father stared at her,with conflicting eyes. And I could not blame him. It is a lot to handle. He turned to stare at me ,then to Daniel, then to me again, as if asking if I realty was okay with this. I nodded reassuringly. And he then turned to Vera with a smile,this tike a real smile.

"My daughters happiness is my priority.  I wasn't there for Mary, but just know that I am always here for you Bessie. "

"Oh dad."

And with that,I fell into his arm,with tears of joy. Vera looked on with a smile,sir Daniel had relief on his face. It felt like everything was perfect at that moment. I did not care about,ma'am Judith and her cold behavior, I did not care about lady Anaa, I did not care about what society would think or worse, do about it. Just have my dad's arms around me lovely was just right.
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