“Burn those who burned me!” Chapter 78

***Graceland’s POV:***

I sat in complete shock. Marriage!! She wanted me to marry her son!! WHAT!!!

Marla could see the panic in my eyes. She began to explain.

*“I don’t want you to think my husband and I are some crazy people. We’re holding on to hope that our son will wake up soon! And when he does, we want to know that he will be with someone that love him and take care him. Build a life a with.”*

I listened to Marla with sincerity, I believed her, it’s just…

*“Marla, I’m sorry but, why me?”*

Marla gave me a passionate but sorrowful look as if it was something she wanted to tell me but couldn’t.

*“I…Gracie, all I can say is, when the time is right, that question will be answered.”*

So, there WAS a reason? This is getting complicated.

*“Marla I-”*

*“One week!”*

*“Huh?”*

*“Give me your answer in one week. If you can please think it over, really think it over…in seven days, we’ll meet again, and you can give both my husband and I your answer.”*

I nodded in agreement. I would wait one week before providing my answer. After dinner, Marla and Theo asked for me to stay the night since it was so late. The next morning, Marla had a chauffeur take me home. I got home around 1pm. That was also the day my father informed me that the Brooks patriarch was really pushing for me and Jonathan to wed.

*“It’s the least you can do for this family!”*

I remember him saying as he saw hints of hesitation on my face. The truth was, I was pondering whether I should accept Marla’s offer. In my previous life, the answer was obviously no. But in this life, I was on my way back to House Christiansen to deliver my yes.

So, now that we’re all caught up, back to my phone call with Marla.

*“Ms. Teagues, I can’t express how glad I am to hear from you.”*

Her voice was smooth and regal, you could tell she was royalty.

Smiling.

*“It’s good to hear from you as well Mrs. Christiansen. How are you feeling, better I hope.”*

*“Much better, thank you so much for asking. I thought it would be wise if we spoke while on your way, I want to make sure your trip isn’t wasted.”*

*“I understand!”*

There was a slight pause.

*“I wanted to know, and please, let me know if this may be too much for you, I wanted to know if you could meet us at the hospital. I’d like for you to meet my son.”*

I see. That’s what she met by wasting a trip. She would like to see if I handle seeing him comatose.

*“That’s not a problem at all Marla! Should I inform the driver?”*

I could feel her smile, even through the phone.

*“That won’t be necessary. I’m never wrong, I already informed your driver of your destination.”*

I wonder what she meant by that. Hmm. Not putting too much thought into it. I smiled and responded.

*“Very good! Then I’ll see you soon!”*

I arrived at the hospital around 2pm. As I entered the lobby, I was greeted by a younger gentleman.

*“Ms. Teagues?”*

*“Yes!”*

*“Excellent. I’m Cameron Lewis, The young master’s assistant. It’s a pleasure to meet you.”*

Young master, so formal. It was almost like I was living in a novel. I smiled brightly as I shook Cameron’s hand. He had a slight look of hesitation in his eyes. As we walked to elevator, I decided to address it now. Better to get any misunderstandings out the way BEFORE the I do’s.

*“Cameron, I want you to know, you can be open and honest with me. If you have something to say, I’d rather you said it now than later.”*

He looked at me with a stern look, closing his eyes and exhaling, he began to speak.

*“Ms. Teague, please don’t take this the wrong way, but why are you willing to marry my young master.”*

*“I don’t think your skepticism is wrong. I would have wondered the same thing. The truth is, I’m doing this for Marla. I’m not sure why, but she truly feels I am the best person to marry Kai, I want to do everything I can to prove her right.”*

I smiled thinking about her words from this morning.

*“Besides. I have the feeling she doesn’t take being wrong so well. I don’t want to be first time that's ever happened.”*

Cameron let out a loud laugh, it was true, Marla Christiansen was not a fan of being wrong. He concluded that if this girl was smart enough to know that, at least she wouldn’t do anything to hurt Kai.

As the arrived on the VIP floor, Cameron escorted her to the young master’s suite. As they got closer, Gracie could hear what seemed like arguing.

*“Mom, I just don’t think this is a good idea! I mean what do we know about her!”*

*“Kayla, I’ve told you everything.”*

*“What, that she’s a Rochester! I don’t really know them!”*

Then there was the sound a male voice, possibly Theo.

*“Kayla, sweetheart, we wouldn’t do anything that would jeopardize the safety of your brother. Now I’m asking you, please, trust your mother and I.”*

As we entered the room, I could see a beautiful younger woman staring Marla and Theo in the eyes. This must be their daughter. I’d done a little research on my way to the hospital. The Christiansens had two children, 22 year old Kai and 18 year old Kayla.

Suddenly, the three of them turned and looked at me and Cameron as we walked into the suite. Marla was the first to speak. Walking to me with a bright smile, she held her arms out to embrace me in a hug.

*“Gracie! It’s so nice to see you again!”*

*“You too Marla.”*

*“Marla. Aren’t you comfortable.”*

Kayla scoffed as she stared daggers at me. Tough little sister, I’m not worried…I didn’t die and come back to be defeated by a little sister. We’ll be friends in no time! Next, Theo walked over and gave me a light hug.

*“Gracie. We can’t thank you enough for this. Allow me to also introduce you to my daughter. This is Kai’s little sister Kayla.”*

I smiled brightly at Kayla. She looked at me with doubt in her eyes but deiced not to push her parents. Looking away, she held her hand out as if to shake mine. Aht. Aht. I pulled Kayla into my arms embracing her into a hug. Caught of guard, she didn’t get a chance to resist.

*“What are you doing!”*

She yelled as she tried to squirm her way out of my embrace, but I wasn’t letting up. I hugged gently but firmly so that she couldn’t break my grip.

*“It’s so nice to meet you Kayla. I’ve always wanted a little sibling, so thank you.”*

Kayla finally stopped squirming and allowed me to embrace her. After pulling back, I smiled at my new sister who was now pouting but didn’t argue.

Good. First part over.

I then turned my attention to my husband to be, Marla then walked over to his bedside and held out her hand. I gently grabbed her hand and walked over to his bedside. With light tears in her eyes Marla introduced us.

*“Gracie, I’d like for you to meet our son. Kai.”*

I wasn’t sure why, but I felt like I’d met him before, that’s not possible though. Ha. Smiling, I kneeled down so that I was at his bed level.

*“Nice to meet you Kai. I’m Graceland.”*