Its Too Late To Forgive

Bella couldn't sleep the entire night. She had curled herself into a small ball and kept sitting near the window.

At dawn she thought of calling Jason. She knew that it was too early but she had to meet him and tell him everything about herself, her past, and her responsibilities. And most importantly about Henry Jackson.

After struggling for a long time, finally Bella called Jason. The line got through at once. After few rings when Bella thought the phone won't be picked up suddenly the phone got connected. Before Bella could speak , she could hear a sweet voice coming from the other side,

"Hello.. how is this?" said the woman.

"Ah.. C... can I speak to J..Jason ple...ase?"

Asked Bella in both nervous and trembling voice. The owner of that voice seemed to be irritated by her voice and replied very coldly.

"Jason is very tired and he is sleeping right now."

"May I know who is speaking?"

Bella don't know how and from where did she get this courage but she asked. She really wanted to know why was there a woman near Jason at this time and why was she answering Jason's call. Eventhough Bella never had hoped for her future but just few hours back she thought of starting a relationship with Jason.

"Excuse me.. who are you and who gave you right to ask me such question. But anyways I am Sara Kol, Jason's fiancée."

It seemed that Bella’s world collapsed again. Jason was with his fiancée last night. Ofcourse why won't he be. Bella laughed on herself just when a drop of tear fell from her eyes. She controlled her sobs and disconnected the call.

She started laughing on herself hysterically. 'What a fool I was that I thought I can also have a loving future.' For one reason she was happy. Jason deserves a better person then her and by being with his fiancée, for sure Henry won't harm Morris Industries anymore. Bella never wanted to harm anyone. Then why will she think ill about Jason. After all, even though it was once, but , she felt loved, cared and warmth that she was longing for.

Later that day,

Sheryl called her and informed her that as Claire will not be coming to the club till late evening or may be morning, so she is incharge of all the attendants as she was the PR head.

She also informed Bella that she need to reach the club sharp by 05:00 in the evening as some customers wants to entertain themselves and Sheryl recommend her name. Bella felt obliged towards Sheryl but suddenly her expressions became cold and she froze for a second when she heard that the booth where she will be performing tonight is none other then 1001, the Big Boss's booth. Bella knew nothing good will come out of that booth but she needs money and she needs them fast. Hence without hesitation she agreed.

Third anniversary of the club was right around the corner. Claire had been extremely busy with all the preparations for the gathering. This will be the first time that her boss, Henry Jackson will be attending the party himself hence almost all the big dignitaries were to be invited. And to do so, Claire sent the invitations personally. She personally visited the invitees with the invitation card and a small gift as a token. As she and her assistant Lily were busy with the preparation, Sherly was made incharge for the personalized booths.

As informed Bella reached the club by 4 in the evening. She dressed up in a red colored dress reaching upto her ankel. There was nothing fancy about that dress but it was better then her loose shirt and trouser, which she surely wore.

Bella stood infornt of the elevator and waited for it to come. She still had some time left before going in the devil's den. The elevator came and Bella entered and pressed 10th floor. But elevator door could close tightly, a hand stopped it and the elevator opened again.

Bella froze when she saw the person entering the elevator in a hurry. The person also looked at Bella in shock when he entered inside.

"Bella...."

The person looked at Bella as if his soul had flown out of his body the moment the doors opened. Bella's face went white.

"Sorry sir, you've gotten the wrong person. I'm not Bella."

After that she reached to press the open button and started to go out of the elevator.

"No... wait.. wait !" The person blocked her way in a hurry. He grabbed Bella's hand.

"Bella. You're Bella. I'm not seeing wrong. I know you're Bella."

"No sir, I'm not. You've got the wrong person."

"Bella, I'll able to recognize you even if you've turned into ashes. Bella, please forgive your big brother. I'm so sor...."

Bella's heart skipped a beat when she heard the words 'big brother'.

"Sir, I'm not what you think. I don't know you sir."

"Bella, how are you? I miss you so much. I'm so useless. I've wronged you. I feel remorseful towards you every day. Bella, did anyone bully you in the jail? Why do you look so Wan and sallow? And what's wrong with your voice?"

Brandon grabbed Bella’s shoulders tightly and said excitedly,

"Let me take a good look at you. My Bella has gotten thinner...."

"Stop it! I told you to stop!"

Bella couldn't control her emotions anymore. How could he say such considerate words to her?

years! Have you

am I? You are asking me if somebody

if anyone bullied

"Bella, I'm sorry...."

Who wanted his apology?

prison. I would've been so

out of my way.

"Working hours?

What working hours??

you working???"

turned her head suddenly and looked at Brandon. She

dress, then isn't it obvious that I am working here in LAS DEUX

"That's not possible."

I'm working here. I make my

was as if Brandon did not

kind of money? How can you do that kind of thing?? How did

lying! You're lying to me, right? I don't believe this Bella, a qualified

almost hear herself breaking her teeth. Suddenly, she thought of something. She looked at the familiar face infront of her and closed her eyes. When she opened them again, she suppressed all the sadness, pain,

grew up together and you feel

right now with me . Hmmm... Bella give

wanted to hide anything from him. If he transfers the money in her bank then Henry will come to know about it for sure

don't know why and how but

Bella said flatly.

However, I need them very badly now. Help me on the basis that I was ONCE YOUR

then Bella did not want to see any of the Evans. She also did not want to borrow the money from anyone of them. But yesterday night's event

add to her bank card and once she makes eight million in total,

Brandon heard Henry's name, his face

"Sorry....."

She looked

"What did you say?"

ordered us. It's either we don't take you back or the Evans will disappear from A

felt guilty

torment anymore. I am sorry. They have already suffered alot four years

occupied with what Brandon had just said.

it harder for you anymore Mr.

like this. I don't have

wad of cash. From the looks of

keep this money for food and

take the money. Brandon grabbed her hands and shoved the money into

be stubborn. You have to accept other people's kindness. Don't be as stubborn as before. What ever happened that time was

in her hand. There was a sharp pain in her heart.

words. But it was too late. He saw Bella's expressions and felt guilty. How could he

I take money after pleasing my clients. I know I'm in need of money, however

handed

because of me. I know

a small pause, she spoke

and having two beautiful kids. Please try to protect

to here

you come home? And why didn't you contact me?"

even recognize me standing

And ..... "

is the last time I'll address you

sound and the doors opened. Bella stepped outside the elevator but just then Brandon

here who might know you. You have already

past 22 years said that to her, she sunk her nails into

be sad. The tears and the pain in your heart should be dead and gone after those

told herself that repeatedly. She repeated those words ten times, twenty

removed Brandon's hand that was

about tomorrow and the day after that? They'll come and spend money here as long as LAS DEUX is still open. I