C3 Chapter

Another thing Samantha fears is her relationship with Aiden. Yes, they grew up together. They saw each other's adolescence and how they became adults. But they cannot be considered siblings in its true sense. They can not even be considered as "friends". They may grow up on one roof, but there are always some limits and boundaries. They never talked about something like they are different persons. They only exchange words when necessary and have something important to say. Even though they knew that they would be married one day, they did not have the opportunity to be close and get to know each other more. She didn't even know anything about Aiden, except his age, occupation, and where he studied. She doesn't even know what his likes and dislikes are!

But they are not to be blamed for what happened. Geneva does not like such things. Talking even if it makes no sense. For her mother, it was just a waste of time and one should only talk if it is important and necessary. They only exchange words and ask each other during eating breakfast, lunch, or dinner. But if it's not about studying, it is about business. That's where their conversation runs. They don't even bother to ask each other like, "How are you? How was your day?" Those topics are not a trend in their home.

Samantha feels that she and Aiden's situation is like a prisoner, and those prisoners are luckier than them because prisoners can make friends and be normal people. Unlike them, they grew up in the shadow of Geneva and in this big mansion. They didn't even have friends and acquaintances, people other than their work. They do not even know how to get along with others and how to adapt. So sometimes they look very awkward.

So now Samantha is sure that like her, Aiden is also in trouble now. Besides, she had no idea how to be a housewife and what marriage really meant.

No matter how smart she is, she still couldn't answer that thing. That is not taught in school.

At the thought, Samantha's heartbeats throbbed. It almost slipped on her mind the fact that their "marriage" had an associated mission. That is to make a baby - Anderson's heir!

Samantha doesn't even know how to talk and adapt to Aiden as his future wife, and yet now, they're going to make a baby! And because of that, Samantha felt rebellion. It seems that throughout her life she wanted to disobey her mother this time. But of course, all of that thought is just on her mind. Because she knew she couldn't do that either. To disobey her mother.

Aiden, on the other hand, was serious and frowning when he realized the upcoming change in his life. But of course, if a person like Samantha who is a real child does not have the courage to speak to her own mother, how can he do that, when he is just an adopted child?

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WEDDING DAY. Aiden and Samantha are now pronounced as husband and wife by Judge Santillan. And only Geneva and the Judge's assistant witnessed their marriage. The two could do nothing but go with the course of events. They look like robots in the ongoing scene. Aiden and Samantha are both nervous and pale. But to compare the two, Aiden is calmer and has more poise than Samantha.

The ceremony ended quickly. There are no senseless moments. It seems like it's just a business transaction that they both signed on a piece of paper. They also went home after that, unlike other normal married people with a reception to take place. But they are a "unique" couple because they go straight to their mansion.

During the trip, only Geneva is breaking the silence. "Samantha, I want you to move to Aiden's room before the end of this day. It is not good to see that the couple has separate rooms. And as much as possible, I hope Samantha is going to get pregnant before the company's anniversary. I am sure you are both healthy and not barren, "

Samantha felt the trembling of her knees. The way her mother talks, it seems like it's so easy to make a baby! And it doesn't seem like they are talking about a child's future here. Her mother is ridiculous!

Aiden answered. "Yes, mom." Samantha could not tell what kind of emotion Aiden has.

Geneva turned to her when she did not answer. "Are you deaf now?" She asked, annoyed.

Only then Samantha finds out what to say. "Y-Yes, mommy." she just answered. She could not help but be nervous and to think in advance. How to make a baby?!

They use their Land Rover Evoque which is driven by their driver, Ernesto. He has been serving them for a long time. Geneva is next to him and the new couple is in the back passenger seat. Geneva is blabbering a lot, that Samantha can no longer understand because her mind is running and full of thoughts.

But a loud squeak startled them when suddenly a large truck approached in front of them. It was too late for Ernesto to turn the car around and they collided with the rushing truck.

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SAMANTHA SAW the white ceiling when she opened up her eyes. She frowned when she realized she was in the Hospital and Aiden was in the ward with her, she was even surprised to see that he was wounded and had bandages on his body. There, she looked at herself and she gasped when she saw that she was also wounded and had a bandage on her body.

"Aiden, what happened?" she asked.

"Do you remember anything?"

The Doctor told Aiden that if Samantha woke up, they needed to check her condition especially her memory because she had a head injury and her head bleeds. So Doctors are worried that when she wakes up she may be suffering from amnesia.

Samantha tried to recall the last incident. "W-We were hit by a truck, Aiden! Where is mommy?" the woman asked worriedly.

The Doctor nodded. "The patient can remember. Probably due to fatigue and trauma so she was unconscious for three days. However, it is still better to be sure and you two need to be scanned and do X-Ray. Come back the next day. Good thing that you two only have scars and bruises. You can discharge tomorrow morning,"

"Thank you, Doc," they said in unison.

The Doctors left them. "Aiden, you did not answer my question. How is mommy and Ernesto's condition? " she asked him again.

Aiden did not answer and studied her emotions. "I just woke up a day before you, Samantha. And... t-they are now gone."

Samantha's eyes widened. "W-What do you mean?" she asked nervously.

Aiden bent down and sighed. "They didn't make it. Ernesto and mama suffered severe injuries. Aside from the bump, a few tubes hit their bodies. The contents of the truck are construction materials and equipment..."

Samantha no longer knew how she was feeling because at that moment she seemed numb. It was as if her brain had just received the information and did not react at all. She felt sad and sorry for what had happened to their deaths. She got no tears left to cry.

The two of them just looked at each other.

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THE NEXT DAY, Aiden and Samantha were discharged from the hospital. They need to fix the arrangements for the funeral of Geneva and Ernesto. They also called the driver's family and they just gave them money and shoulder all the expenses from his burial. The same goes for the family's pension due to the long service of the driver.

Geneva's burial, on the other hand, did not last long. They also did not do the traditional burial, but they cremated Geneva's body. That's what she wants according to her mother's lawyer. They laid her ashes on the most expensive and antique base present in their mansion. Also according to her mother's command, that is to use and store her ashes.

Until her death, her mother still had the authority. But Samantha doesn't mind that anymore, her mother is now gone.

A few days have passed but Aiden and Samantha have no trace of emotions in them. It seems that the influence of Geneva's formation on their personality was really strong.

And since they also need to talk about the abrupt change that will happen in their lives with the loss of Geneva, they decided to talk in the study room.

And Samantha felt a strange feeling. She feels more relaxed now and not nervous. Geneva is gone. They are facing each other now and the only difference is that Geneva is no longer in the position of authority. They are free to talk like normal people without Geneva's eyes.

Aiden faked a cough and started the subject. "I decided to continue maneuvering the company, Samantha. I will replace the position left by mama. In our current situation, I should handle that because we both do not want to waste the business and the hardships of your family." he said.

Samantha sees nothing wrong there. Even though Aiden and she won't get married, she is sure that she will not take care of their company. She had no interest there. It would be better if Aiden really handled it. It's just a bonus that she became his wife. "That's good, Aiden. I, on the other hand, decided to follow my mommy's instructions to resign. But not to stay here at home and be a tutor. I would like to study again, but in the field I want, Designer. I was able to search for a good school. And I chose to study in the UK. At the University of the Arts London. I also talked to Atty. Suarez about fixing my passport and VISA. Even everything I will need there, "