Chapter 2 Her shattered heart 2

“ A bottle of whiskey” I spoke swift and ran my hands through my blonde curly hair. “ Mix it with the strongest drink you have".

“ Coming right now" the man said and shuffled off

I have never drunk alcohol before, but today I decided to try, maybe it will reduce the pain and sadness I feel inside of me.

The belief that getting drunk could alleviate pain and sadness seemed to resonate with me at that moment, leading me down a path of indulgent that I had not anticipated.

Shortly, the man came back and handle me the shot of whiskey

I collect it from him, twirl it around before I chug it down and request for another and another until I lose count and drown myself in the alcohol.

“ I want more" I yelled I was drunk.

The man gave me another shot as I was about to drink, someone collected it from me.

I looked up to know who was that," Mum… what are you doing here" I asked

“ I should be asking you that, what have come over Clara. Please let's go home" she cried.

“ No, I'm not going anywhere…. Please give me more drinks" I shouted.

After so many struggles, I later give in and obediently followed her home.

Immediately we got home and I went straight to my room and sleep off.

The following day, upon awakening, I found myself engulfed in discomfort due to a massive headache. Struggling to recollect the events of the previous day, fragments of memories resurface — a visit to a bar, indulgence in excess alcohol, and the poignant image of my mother exerting herself to take me back home while inebriated. The wave of guilt that washed over me at that moment was profound.

With a heavy heart, I mustered the strength to rise from my bed, a silent vow taking root within me to learn from this regretful episode. Proceeding determinedly toward the bathroom.

After taking my bath, I came out of the bedroom and I stood before my reflection in the mirror.

A mix of emotions swirled within me, compelling me to confront the repercussions of my actions with a newfound sense of accountability and a commitment to strive for better choices moving forward.

I smiled sadly and put on my clothes. I sit at bed, pressing my phone.

Countless messages from Kevin, I sighed and dropped my phone on the bed.

Just then a knock came from outside, I got up and slowly opened the door. It was mum, she was carrying a tray full of food and a glass of juice.

Greeting her with a soft voice “Good morning,” I couldn't help but feel a pang of guilt within me, knowing that my actions had caused her unnecessary worries.

She walked in and sat at the edge of the bed, Without uttering a single word, and I joined her, silently contemplating how to express my remorse.

Mrs. Alice didn't speak a single word, she filled a spoon with pasta and handle it to Clara to eat.

After she was done eating, Mrs. Alice gave her medicine, which Clara drank immediately.

Unable to contain her emotions any longer, I finally whispered, “Mom, I'm sorry,” the weight of my regret evident in my voice. As tears streamed down my face, I vowed to her that I would never repeat my mistakes.

Mrs. Alice hugged her tightly, as she's gently wiping away her tears. “ It alright, can you tell me what happened? “

Clara started telling her bit by bit of what happened, each word accompanied by a torrent of tears.

“ Why did he have to cheat? Why ?, wasn't I enough for him, “I asked.

Mrs. Alice couldn't believe that Kevin did such an extent. Ever since he started dating Clara, her daughter, she had prayed that they should end up marrying.

She felt pity for her daughter, she knows the feeling of being betrayed.

“ It alright, he doesn't deserve you” she said as she pat her

After crying so much Clara slept off. She woke up after a couple of hours when she heard some voices.

Clara stepped out of her room and was surprised to see Kevin there. The surprise was swiftly overshadowed by her anger as she demanded to know his purpose in being there.

“ What are you doing here" she asked angrily

“ Bby, just listen to me. I still love you" He pleaded.

The word Love sounds so funny In the ears of Clara.

“Love” she chuckled

“Please just hear me out" Kevin said

Clara looked at her mom and asked for some privacy. Mrs. Alice hesitated but eventually agreed.

“Clara, I'm sorry for what happened. I don't know what came over me. I love you so much,” Kevin started.

He paused, hoping for a response from Clara, but she stood in silence.

“I understand that it's difficult for you to forgive me, but for the sake of our love and what we shared, please believe me. I love you, and I promise it won't happen again,” he continued pleading.

It felt like my heart had turned cold. His words didn't seem to move me. If he truly loves me as he claims, then why was he chatting with someone else? Why?

“ Babe, please say something. Don't tell me you want to break up with me. It just a mistake"

I did not reply, I went to my room and came out with a necklace. I went closer to him and gave him the necklace. The necklace was a gift from him.

“ Clara…" he called

“ Am not a fool, you can continue your love with Lyla" I said and started walking back to the room.

He ran after me and Kent down held me feet" please babe, I promise it won't happen again. I love you" I pulled him away and ran to my room. I sit on the bed thinking if I really want to do this.

After so much thinking, I decided to move on. I picked up my phone, went through my contacts list and blocked both Kevin and Lyla.