Andrews' Family

Chapter 4

It's time to go to Hanz's family where every week we go for family dinner. In the two years we have been together, our visit to the Andrews' home has not been missed. The Andrews have a good family togetherness that not everyone has.

Hanz's mom always reminded us not to forget the family dinner. She always calls us to make sure we are really going. She just called and said she was excited to see us. I just laughed at mother how she acted this morning. She seems have a good news for us. The Andrews are capable of life. Mom is an architect and dad is a businessman.

I sat down on the chair of my make up table. I stared at my reflection to see if I was still doing the right thing. Is it okay to continue even if I have hurt someone. I don't know .. I think I'll let the destiny decide. As I was sorting things out, there was a sudden knock on the door that brought me back to reality.

"Anneliese, you're done?" Asked the man outside.

I turned my head and stood up and opened it. I can't believe a Hanzal Andrews is my husband. He stared at me for a moment and spoke again.

"Are you not done?" He ask in melodious calming voice. I blinked twice and stared at him. It makes me wonder why I don't speak and just stare him.

"Can we just not go?" I suddenly said. He was also shocked by what I said but he recovered immediately. Now it's staring at me and checking if I'm okay.

"Are you not okay, Anneliese?" He says worried.

He grabbed my shoulders, took a deep breath and looked at me again. I felt his heavy stare because I just bent down. I was shocked when his lips suddenly touched my forehead.

"Look at me, Anneliese." begging me to look back. Slowly I lifted my head and met his eyes. It is full of unreadable emotions. Fear, sadness, frustration, anger? I don't know.

"Come on love. Please don't this to me. We already talk about this." He said in low tone.

"I'm sorry, Hanz.You know I'm just sorry. I don't think I can continue this it's like I'm destroying your families trust especially your mom." I said guilty.

"Don't think about that. You know that what you showed them was genuine." He continued.

"The only difference is.." His voice weakened as if he could not pronounce the next word. What?

"The only difference is I can't have your heart." Although it was difficult to say the next word, he still continued. I was suddenly weakened by the words that came out of his mouth. I lost our gaze because of the conscience I felt. I removed his hands from my shoulders.I coughed fakely to relieve the tension.

"What should I wear now? You choose." I'm done with my make up but haven't change yet. He took a deep breath and then went to the closets. Searching thorough of a good dress he landed his eyes to the first dress he bought for me.

"Can you wear it for me?" He said. He knows  I haven't wear all the dress he brought for me. It just feel awkward.

"Sure." I said. When I say okay. He couldn't help but smile and blush with delight. I just laughed at how cute he is.

Hanz had already prepared the car in the garage and operated it. I also took out my cellphone pouch. I opened my drawer where the ring was placed and then put it on. I went downstairs and turned off the lights. And I make sure no one is left open to cause a fire. I closed the gate and got into the car where Hanz was ready.

The car was moving fast because we were 30 minutes late. All I could hear on the flight was the speed of the car, the horn and the wind that made me feel like I was going to catch a cold.

"Close the window, Anneliese. You'll catch a cold." He said while still looking at the road. He must have noticed that I had been holding my arms for awhile and rubbing them because of coldness.  I did as he told me to close the window.

"Do you have jacket at the back?" I ask.

"Yes there is."

"Can I use it?"

"That's an obvious question, love." He chuckle.  I just smile at him and grab the jacket at the back.

"This is university's jacket. You have your surname engraved." He nod and glance me for a second.

"You wear it. It's cold." I haven't wasted any more time and worn it. I can't have a fever, I have class tomorrow.

The car stopped at the Andrews' home. Even though I always go back and forth, I'm still not used to the size of this mansion.

Their house is inspired by gothic style combined with modern. It is beautiful to see that it is surrounded by beautiful flowers. You look like a princess when you live here.

"Hey, are you alright!?"

"Yeah, yeah I'm good." I replied and remove my seat belt.

We entered the house while Hanz and I held hands. Noise and laughter immediately greeted me as we reached the kitchen. Everyone is already eating. They didn't wait for us and ate firs but it's okay, not our first time being late.

"Hi." I greeted. So everyone can notice us behind their backs.

"Oh, hello my dear. What took you so long?" Mommy Elleane stood up and greeted us. I give her a kiss in her cheek and Dad too.

"Sorry mom, you know your son is hot. I cannot resist." I say. Everyone laugh of what I said. And so, Hanz fake a cough sign of embarrassment. Well, what I know about Hanz he is shy, he keeps things private.

"Oh. I can't wait for my grandchild." She said excited that made me choked my tounge.

"That's s--soon mom."

"Oh! Work hard my son" darted her eyes to Hanz by my side.

"No worries, mom. Anneliese, been exhausted recently. I get her tired, e." He teased. That's why everyone in this room shouting. I look up at him but he give me a smirk. 'Were even, Anneliese.' in his small smile.

"Now, eat." Dad said.

We sat in the chair at the dining table. The maid serve the food. Silently eating, Aliyah in the far left side of the table broke the silence.

"Aunty, Elleane. You have something to give them, right?"

"Ahh yeah. I almost forget about that. Hanz, son, next month you have no more classes. I booked a ticket to boracay. Bring Anne and you can spend time together. You have been together for two years but still have no children. I know that education is a priority but son, I'm not getting younger, I'm getting older. Even your dad agreed. " lost of words. I just shut my mouth and eating.

" Mom, you don't have worry about that. Will give you one after a year, okay. Let's just wait us graduate."

" Sorry about that, mom." I said. I lost my appetite eating. My conscience trigger me again.

" Bro, gooduck." Said Jules. Hanz cousin and Aliyah's older brother. Hanz just giving him a thubs up.

After everyone ate their dinner they got up and went to the living room. Uncle Quin and Dad Zak talking about their business, Mom and aunty Erika talk about flowers, Hanz cousins talking about school stuffs. Aliyah, Jules, and Keith are siblings and Hanz have elder sister. Her name is Amaya Catherine Andrews but she's not here in the Philippines. She's staying in Australia. Rylle and Sophie is not here and their parents they were in batangas family reunion side of their mom.

"Hey, you okay? You quite and I'm not used to it." Hanz wrapped his hands to my waist which send electricity to my body.

"You're family is good and kind, Hanz. I don't think I deserve this." I faintly said that only the two of us could hear. He stare for a seconds and hug me gently.

"I don't care, Anneliese. You know I want you." Keeping me wrapped in his longing embrace.

"Get a room, guys." Aliyah shouted. I look at her smirking. She just laugh.

"Oh, we need a room. So, we're going home." I said. Everyone again tease us about our relationship and sexual desire. Hanz just keep laughing and hide his embarrassment. But bro, I'm red want to get out here now. We bid goodbye to everyone and drive home. What a tiring day!