A Moment in Destiny

Chapter 817 Sylvie Was Unhappy

“Justice!” Miriam replied coldly.

“Justice is in the eye of the beholder!” Marley’s lips curled as he stood up, “I’ll leave first with Sylvie, hear me out and stop messing around further! I know inside that dad had done you wrong, and so does Sylvie! Even Ernie thinks that his mum and dad have done you wrong, so what are you fighting about? Carrying that bit of adamance without any meaning! Mum, I’ll leave first with Sylvie!”

Saying this, Marley pulled Sylvie along and left.

It had been this long that he had not held her hand, yet when they exited the house, he let go of her hand. He did not say another sentence on the way back, and the atmosphere again sunk into awkwardness. She could only smile in exasperation.

When they reached home, Marley said to Sylvie, “Rest early, Sylvie. Call me if there’s anything!”

As he said so, he went to the study.

Just like this, courteous yet distant, not even the slightest mistake could be picked out. He was caring and was gentle. He did not argue, did not point fingers, yet he was so horribly courteous and distant. Although he was before her, she still felt that his heart was afar no matter what.

At late night, he had just finished being busy with his study. He came to the bedroom, as usual, to bid goodnight to her.

Sylvie was leaning against the bedpost looking at the guide for pregnant women in her hands. Marley entered and asked in a calm tone, “Why didn’t you go sleep?”

She was stunned, raising her head to meet his dark pupils, and replied lightly, “I’m going to sleep now!”

He sat down by the bed, lowered down, and kissed her on the forehead. His kiss was gentle as usual, but the temperature of his lips was very cold. Something flashed in her eyes and disappeared in an instant, as her lips curled, laughing at herself.

Marley sat up straight and took a few looks at her, feeling puzzled, “What’s wrong?”

Then only she realized that her eyes had given her emotions away. She had started to blame him, but he did not know. Yet did he not also start to blame her? She lowered her eyes and shook her head lightly, replying, “Nothing.”

Her body leaned against the bedpost, her expression flustered as she turned her face over, looking out of the window.

Everything was dark outside the window. Perhaps they still needed time, she was willing to wait! Everything would surely get better!

After a long while, she turned her head. Her line of sight landed on Marley’s face, the lines that were so handsome and chiselled rather made her feel sad out of a sudden.

“Sleep earlier!” He said, his tone gentle as usual.

She raised her eyes and smiled, a little out of focus. “Goodnight then!”

He still did not have anything to say, Sylvie could not help but feel a little disappointed.

Marley looked at her for a long while, his body a little tensed. After a while, he stood up, “Go sleep!”

Saying this, he walked out.

The corner of Sylvie’s lips curled slightly, as she lowered her gaze. The room door was closed from the outside, the room was abnormally quiet inside, and she did not feel sleepy at all. Sylvie opened her

eyes and looked at the ceiling.

After an hour, she still had no sleepiness at all.

Getting up, she got off the bed and put up her clothes. Opening the door lightly, she walked out onto the corridor, walking towards the balcony.

The weather was getting colder. She stood at the balcony, clenching her clothes tighter. Marley’s voice rang behind her, “It’s cold outside!”

She turned slightly and replied lightly, “You should go back and sleep first! Sorry, I’ve woke you up!”

At this moment, Marley walked over and stood right before her. She saw that he was in his pajamas, standing tall and slender, even his pajamas were made of silk. His taste was impeccable, just that his face showed his tiredness.

“You’re hiding something!” Marley said deeply. “Are you worried about Ernie?”

Sylvie raised her head and smiled, actually, she still had something to rebut, but as it came by her lips she swallowed it back whole again. She did not want to argue or be unhappy, some things are best left unsaid. He had mentioned Ernie, so it meant that he had minded inside. Sylvie knew that she could not explain some things clearly was probably because of both her and Marley. There was distrust in their love.

“I’m going back!” She did not explain but turned and walked away.

Yet he thought that he had guessed what she was thinking, and frustration rose from within. He grabbed on her hand and then pulled her into his arms, his gaze becoming dark and deep.

A kiss then followed.

His scent was still familiar as usual, rushing up with a slight warmth. Sylvie closed her eyes, her fingers grasping on Marley’s collar, as she suddenly felt a little helpless and flustered. It has been so long that they had not been this close. It was supposed to be sweet and happy, but her heart was pumping so much that her chest hurt slightly, as her mind was crystal clear. At the same time, bitterness came gushing inside her, she was worried about her pregnancy, worried about hurting her child. She gasped and said quietly, “Let me go, Marley!”

Marley heard her protests and instantly his expression darkened. He suddenly felt that perhaps Ernie was like a scorch mark, staying in her heart forever forcefully, thus she was so distant towards him.

He suddenly felt extremely frustrated. He thought that if he gave her time everything would be over, yet she seemed to be colder and colder, there was a barrier between him and her.

Feeling frustrated, he let go of her and turned to leave. He pushed the door of the balcony open and entered the guest room. The balcony restored its calmness.

Sylvie was stunned on the balcony, she did not understand why he had been angry again.

He still minded about Ernie, but she really believed that it had nothing to do with Ernie.

Sylvie stood there and clenched her fists, lowering her gaze. A sudden abnormal feeling gushed in her heart out of nowhere, as if she had become just like him unknowingly, being a bit angry for no reason.

Returning once more to the bedroom, she laid in the thin blanket. The entire room was chilly, as she closed her eyes she would think of Marley’s handsome and slightly tired face.

She turned over and opened her eyes until dawn.

When Ryan called, Marley had already gone to work. He did not say good morning when he went, he did not even meet her.

Ryan and Connie were engaged, and Sylvie and Marley attended their engagement party. She was genuinely happy for Ryan. When she received the call, Sylvie asked in a cheerful tone as usual, “What’s up, Ryan?”

“The design fees have just been released, I have deposited the wages into your account, go have a look!”

“Alright! It’s just this?” Sylvie asked casually, “I thought that there’s something else!” Published by Nôv'elD/rama.Org.

“How are you recently, Sylvie?” It had been so long since Ryan last saw Sylvie! “Let’s have lunch together at noon! I’ll be going to Country K the day after tomorrow! I probably wouldn’t be back in a short while!”

“You’re going to Country K?” Sylvie was a little surprised. “Didn’t you say that you would be staying in the country for your developments? Why are you leaving again?”

Ryan did not reply but asked, “Are you free at noon?”

“Yes, I am! Allow me to treat you at noon, Ryan!”

“Sure!” He replied briefly.

At noon she ate with Ryan. Seeing Sylvie looking exhausted, Ryan’s expression was complicated.

“Sylvie, you’re thinner, have you not been fine lately?!”

“I’m fine, lately my pregnancy symptoms are quite serious, and that’s the reason I haven’t been eating well! Do I look that bad?” Leaning back slightly, Sylvie answered him calmly.

She used her calm and casual tone to answer, not allowing herself to show the slightest unnaturalness, so that her best friend could relax.

His brows furrowed slightly.

“Where’s Connie?” Sylvie saw that he did not speak and she asked again.

“She already went to Country K, I’ll go over the day after tomorrow!”

“Alright!” Sylvie nodded, saying irrelevant things, “I have been staying home for too long recently and didn’t catch up with you two. It’s good seeing you both happy, Ryan. Get married to Connie earlier! The last time I saw Connie she said she wanted to become a mother faster!”

Ryan did not say anything, he could feel the meaning within Sylvie’s words and it was meaningful.

“Sylvie, we’ve known each other for years. If you’re happy I wouldn’t say anything, but if you’re not happy I can’t just sit there doing nothing. Tell me, what’s up with your Marley?” Ryan was a very clever person, sensitive and smart.

“Nothing, we’re fine, really!” Sylvie did not intend to tell. This was between her and Marley and had nothing to do with anybody else.

She did not want to force a smile, but facing Ryan’s concern, her mood could not be lighter. She did not know what to say to lighten the mood but merely said, “Ryan, until today I finally understand that not even the slightest ambiguity can be contained in marriage. If you love someone you must do so wholeheartedly. If there’s a special concern for someone else inside, it would be wronging your partner beside you! So, friends are better to remain friends. Being overly concerned will only bring harm to each other!”

Although she did not say much, it was obvious what she was pointing to. Ryan understood it instantly, these words were likely for his ears. He nodded and smiled, his smile bitter, but he did not pursue further.

In the middle of their meal, Sylvie filled a bowl of soup for Ryan out of habit. She pushed the small bowl filled with soup towards Ryan’s side, when she raised her eyes, she happened to meet his eyes from the opposite. His look was complicated and it made Sylvie’s heart shudder, and she smiled, “Have some soup!”

“Thank you!” Ryan took it over calmly and lowered his head to continue eating, at that moment the atmosphere at the table became more awkward. Sylvie had already a bad appetite, although her morning sickness was almost over, her mood was affected. Not having much appetite, she ate only a bit and already felt full.

As they were about to finish, Marley came suddenly. Once Sylvie raised her head she saw Marley who was looking quite anxious. Feeling a bit shocked, she asked, “Marley, how come you’re here?”

“The nanny said that you came out, and I happen to come over. Mr. Babel’s here, what a coincidence!” Marley said calmly, greeting Ryan.

“Hello, Mr. Hughes!” Ryan smiled. “We have just finished, should I order some more for you?”

“I’ve just eaten!” Marley was courteous as well.

Sylvie listened to their greetings. At this moment, Ryan said, “Sylvie, it’s your treat today so I’ll go ahead and be impolite, go get the bill!”

Ryan's request was reasonable, and Sylvie smiled, “Of course I’ll get the bill, this is my farewell to you!”

“I’ll go!” Marley said.

“No need, I’ll get the bill!” Sylvie answered quickly, “Let’s go together.”

“I’m going now!” Ryan did not have the slightest hint of wanting to move. Sylvie was no fool, she knew what Ryan meant as if he had something to tell Marley. She looked at Ryan pitifully.

Ryan smiled at her, “What are you worried about? Can’t I talk with Mr. Hughes? Go on, girl, still being so slow in treating your brother to a meal after earning money? Petty!”

Sylvie had no other options, so she could only leave first to pay the bill.

Once she left, Ryan lit up a cigarette and took a drag. He puffed out a long puff of smoke and turned to look at Marley. “Let’s have a talk, Mr. Hughes.”

Marley replied lightly, “Alright.”

Ryan was very silent for a long while, after the cigarette was half burnt, then only he started talking. His words were direct, “Sylvie’s unhappy and she looks a lot more exhausted. If you can’t give Sylvie happiness, I want to take her away!”