Roslins pt. 04

Brandon then started to tell what happened in the past....

"Your old man had a mistress; he took her home ...." I interjected him by saying "He married her?"

Brandon looked at me coldly and said "Will you let me finish, and no they did not marry because of your dad. Now, look at what've you done. The flow is now messed up." then he shook his head as if the world dropped. I giggled in his reaction and tried to console him "It's better to asked directly while you speak so that it won't be that boring, you are talking all by yourself." and he looked at me like he was about to get angry but he sighed, his reactions only meant my statement did not help at all.

"Okay, let me continue." I nodded and gestured him to go on.

"He took her mistress home and let him be your dads Mother and at that time, your step grandma is already pregnant. So, you have an Uncle, by the way." He looked at me as if asking, if I want to meet that uncle of mine. I shook my head and said, "Please continue, I hate waiting."

"You really are impatient, that trait of yours is like your old man... Ouch, that hurts missy!!!" I threw my purse to him. When he screamed in pain I smiled and said "Serve you right, don't tell me I'm like him, because you cannot even prove if I'm really his grandchild. So, you better continue or leave." When I said those, I realized why am I interested in this story if I can't accept that I am indeed his grandchild. As I am thinking, I can feel his eyes are on me, I looked and him and mouthed "What"

"you don't believe you are his grandchild, but you are curious to what happened in the past." I felt my cheeks were hot and I guess I am blushing, I gathered my strength and said "I just wanted to prove you that I am not her grandchild. That is why I wanted you to finish your story, in that way I can say if you are lying or not"

He smiled and said, "No you're not, you are lying, you are interested because you wanted to know what happened to your dad." He got me, I guess my face is now red. He laughed at me, "I'll continue and please listen. And don't spout nonsense."

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"Your dad was 7 back then, he was happy to have a new mom and of course a baby brother. At first your Grandma is so good to your dad, but everything changed when your uncle was born. She favored your uncle more..."

"What do you expect it's her child, for Christ sake." I blurted out without even looking at Brandon, he sighed and continued.

"I get your point, but she maltreated your dad to the point of not giving him food when your Grandpa is away. Every time your Grandpa is in business trip, your dad will sleep in the maids' quarter and made him work like a slave in his own house. That incident made your dad run away from home and went to my grandpa to seek help. My old man took your dad home and he even called your old man to sort things out, but he did not believe his lover would do such things.

My old man talked to your dad back then, that he shouldn't endure such treatment and stand for himself. Maybe that advise gave your dad the courage and he went home.

We don't know what happened then, only your dad knew why the lady of the house was sent to the hospital. Your grandpa was so angry at your dad and almost beat him to dead. But luckily my old man showed up and got your dad to stay at our home for years. But after graduating Senior High, he eloped with your mom. Well the rest of the story is still unclear. One thing is clear, your dad worked his ass of to be a successful doctor and gave you a good life but unfortunately, your mom died early, and your dad got into an accident.

Larla do you have any questions? Or want me to continue."

I heard him, but I am still thinking. His story makes no sense at all, so I asked him "My dad stayed with your grandpa for years? Let's say ten years. And what did his dad do? He didn't even bother looking for his son, right? Even during my dad funeral, no one bothered to go and see him. That old man has the guts to look for me after what he did to my dad? Is he mentally retarded? "

He just looked at me with a pity, well I think he pities me or is that disgust. Whatever it is, I will not be going to accept that old man, well if he really is my grandfather. After a minute of staring, Brandon talked "Your grandpa gave money for your dad. Like living expenses, it's like he did not stay in our house for free. Your grandpa paid for everything. Actually, we don't want to accept the money, because your dad is the son of my Grandfather's best friend, your dad's real mother is my old man's best friend. But that old man of yours is persistent so, grandpa accepted it and eventually your dad discovered everything, so he ran away. He eloped. I don't know what happened after that, but according to rumors, your grandpa tried looking for your dad, but I guess accidents happen all the time. And I mean, your old man had a car accident right before he can find your dad and he was in coma for like 6 months. He fully recovered for a year, and he continued looking for your dad and he found him that time, but your dad did not want to see him. That hurt your grandpa a lot... "

I giggled and said "Serve him right. I guess you should stop. It's all in the past..."

He stopped me from talking when he said" You don't understand, listen. Your old man asked me for help, he asked me to investigate your dad's accident. And guess what it was planned, by your step grandmother." He then looked at my shocked expression. I am speechless, I tried opening my mouth, but no words came out.

He continued "When your old man received the bad news, he had a heart attack. Luckily, he can still walk and talk properly. Oh, but he can walk properly with a help of a stick. But overall, he's kind of healthy. My old man helped your grandpa recuperate. And, he knew what that old lady has done to your dad, but he has this love for her that can't be erased, so he turned a blind eye. And luckily, he did not marry her, because he knew if they are married, it will be his demise. That is why, your old man asked us a favor. To look for you and bring you home. "

"I don't want to. Why should I? I am happy with my simple life, I have money, I have a profession. And why would I meddle to their plight. Besides, you cannot be so sure that I am that one you are looking for, right?"

He looked disappointed, he heaved a heavy sigh and pinched his nose. "Okay, your life is peaceful, but think about this. I have proof that you are his heir and think about your grandfather, you are his only family left and what if those people will do something bad to you. Remember you are his only heir, his only family. Oh... do you know that you are the only person registered in his family line. Not even that uncle of yours is registered under your family... " I was about to say something when he put his finger to my lips to stop me talking and said "Yes, he did not register them as his main family, more like his illegitimate one. So, there will be danger cooking around the corner, especially now that your old man released an article saying all his assets, hmm... Everything will be inherited by you only."

I am still speechless while looking at his index finger that still on my lips. The I heard him laugh "Your lips are so soft", he said while taking back his hand.

It took me a second to react and said, "I don't want his money, so please leave."

He nodded, stood up and he came to me and murmured "Be safe, I'll be back. For the time being, enjoy your vacation. I will keep you safe" then, I felt his lips on my cheeks.

I was stunned and I don't know how long I was spacing out. Only Kaykay brought me back to reality when she pinched my cheeks which made me scream in pain.