Chapter 3

As Fabian walked to the Court, he let his mind go back to the last day he saw Rose, six years ago. He got invited by one of his friends who had got invited to his worker's engagement party. Fabian remembered the way he said no and how he told his friend Jason that it would be boring. In the end, Fabian went not to upset his friend. Oh, what a fool he would have been if he didn't go. Fabian shook his head at the thought of it. He was having a hard time talking to the people as he didn't recognize many of them. No one wanted to talk to him. He was no one back then, he just started his company, and no one knew about it.

Then he saw her. Her elbow-length brown hair, curled in waves, her golden-brown eyes were glowing, but at the same time, he sensed a hint of sadness from her. She wore a white midi dress with a black belt filled with glitter at the waist. She wore a pair of white sandals. Her cute oval face struck to him the most. For him, it was like time froze all over again. She then went to the dessert table and was drinking a cup of cranberry juice on her own. He grabbed a plate and sat beside her, asking about her grandfather. Their first kiss was still fresh in his mind. Fabian looked at the dessert table and reached out to add a dessert to his plate when suddenly she swatted his hands away.

"You won't like it," she said while scrunching up her small button nose. Fabian chuckled at the memory.

Guests asked them for a dance every once in a while. Fabian remembered the way she laughed every time they met up after they finished dancing with the guests. Fabian tried to distract her from the sadness that would've lingered if she started worrying about her grandfather again. It worked. They had so much fun, and her face was full of laughter.

Fabian remembered the peaceful atmosphere he had every time he was around her. The reaction was something new to him. When the party was nearing towards the end, someone rushed in and told Rose that her grandfather had a stroke. Rose quickly said her goodbye and rushed off. Fabian had tried to catch up to her but with no avail. He rushed to visit her home, but no one was there. They most likely were at the hospital. The very next morning, Fabian went early to check up on Rose and the new situation. Unfortunately Rose wasn't there. Eventually, he found out that Rose had been taken back to America to stay with her mother. Rose left unaware that Fabian had fallen for her.

When he reached home, he sensed as if someone sucked the life out of him. The following year he made it to the top making sure his empire would rise, putting his work before anything. Women swooned over him. Fabian ignored the rumours and worked hard to make sure that his company would be the best one out there.

Fabian stepped into the Court and looked for Rose. He found her talking to the receptionist at the desk.

"The process will take around six to twelve months till the judge completes the divorce petition signed by both spouses," the receptionist tells Rose. Fabian noticed the colour draining from her face. Without hesitation, he stepped forward to the other receptionist that was available. The receptionist glanced at him and gave a mischievous smile.

"Call the office that handles the papers, "he ordered, his tone cold while checking his watch. A tall man walked into the room a minute later. He nodded at Fabian, and they shook hands. The man led the way to an office and gestured for Fabian to sit down.

"What can I do for you, old friend? " The man asked, smiling at Fabian.

"Robert, I want to get married," Fabian said with no hesitation. "But "he continued, "As we know, the papers take almost a year to get completed. If your staff can get Rose Johnson's divorce papers completed in the next two hours, I will triple your month's salary."

Robert stared at Fabian in utter shock. "Now, Robert! "Fabian warned.

"Oh... okay" he stuttered. As he went to the drawers to look for the files, he questioned, "Who is the lucky girl? "

"There is a woman outside talking to the receptionist at Reception Desk A. Send one of your staff to bring her to this room, " Fabian replied.

Robert nodded as he walked out. A minute later, Rose walked into the room. Rose stared confusingly at him.

"Your divorce papers are getting completed in two hours, "Fabian stated as he stood up and went towards her.

Rose shook her head in surprise at him.

"Fabian, you don't have to. It's fine." Rose told him, lowering her head.

"Rose look at me" he ordered gently. Rose lifted her eyes to look at him.

"I will help you get your revenge on those who hurt you but in return, be my wife," he softly whispered in her ear as he held her in his embrace.

Rose looked at him, shock on her face and thought about it. Fabian had so much power; he could choose any woman he wanted. He was one of the most eligible bachelors. Love was not his priority. After all, he was never rumoured to be seeing anyone. What did she have to lose? If any person could guarantee her safety it was Fabian, after all, they were best friends, before--

"OK" Rose replied without any hesitation.

Fabian slightly raised an eyebrow but didn't question it. He was ecstatic although his heart ached a bit. If someone else asked, would she be this quick to respond, would she sell herself out? Rose noticed his eyes go cold as he looked deep in thought.

" I trust you," She said, holding her head up high with dignity. " I trust you that you won't hurt me. I trust you that you will shelter me and protect me. Although we haven't seen each other for six years, the trust is still there. I wouldn't agree to a random person on the street. You should know that" Rose looked hurt as she stated the last the part.

Fabian stared at her, guilt spreading throughout his heart. He tightened his hug around her.

" I'm sorry. I didn't mean to insult you. I know this current situation isn't easy on you, so I thought-" Fabian shook his head, smiling at her.

" It's okay," Rose said. Above everything, she wanted David and Becky to feel guilty and regret breaking her heart.

True to their word, Robert handed the completed divorce papers to Rose in the next two hours. All that was left was for David to sign the papers and just like that he became the past. In the next half hour, Earl showed up with the government official, and the wedding papers were signed. Fabian motioned for her to go to his car as soon as they got hold of their documents. Rose in disguise went and got in a Pagani Huayra BC known as The King. As soon as she sat down on the pitch-black leather seat, she let out a long sigh and tried to make the tension leave her body. Her eyes were sore from the crying in the Café, and her heart ached gently inside. Rose rubbed her eyes and tried to stifle a yawn making a mental note to update the recent events to Moira. Slowly her eyelids were drooping to a close, and the sound of steady but relaxed breathing, resonated in the car.

Fabian opened the car door only to find Rose sleeping soundly on the passenger seats in the back. He smiled and closed the door silently. As soon as he got home, he took her bridal style and brought her to his bedroom. Fabian placed her on the bed, staring at her cute sleeping face. He went and took a shower and then laid beside her, wrapping his arm around her waist and pulling her towards him.

' You're Finally Mine'

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