I stopped the car in front of the mansion's gate. Our home when we were complete. The guards widened the gate as I drove the car inside the huge space. I thought they wouldn’t recognize me but they greeted me, calling my name “Sir, Xyler Wilton” that was exactly my name.
They also welcomed Louisa, thinking it was my girlfriend. After I parked, I got out of the car and opened the door for Louisa. She said she was nervous as she wasn’t informed that the party would be grandiose than what she expected. If she only knew we were on the same page of thoughts. Was it the simple party that Xymon told?
“Don’t be nervous. I’m here” I tried to calm her down. I noticed her eyes sparkled in amusement and were nervous at the same time.
“Y- you haven't mentioned it before.” She said, looking unbelievable at what she saw right now.
“The what?” I asked and took the gifts from her.
“All of these. I...I just can’t believe it.” She said, still amused.
“You didn’t ask so, why would I tell you?” I chuckled and shouldered her so she at least eased the nervousness. “Come on.”
Lots of the guests I saw were businessmen and celebrities when we came inside. Some of them are dad’s friends so while I was looking for our table, We were interrupted by some visitors who greeted us.
“Hey! Hey! I thought you wouldn't come.” Xymon came close to us and tapped my shoulder. He then made a welcomed kiss to Louisa.
“Wish granted?” I playfully grinned at him.
“Mind if you introduce this gorgeous woman, Brother,” I noticed Xymon staring intently at Louisa.
“Hi, I...I’m Louisa Georgin” Louisa pleasantly introduced herself. Xymon offered his hand and Louisa reached it.
“Oh, Nice meeting you Miss Georgin, I’m Xymon Wilton. Xyler’s twin.”
Louisa abruptly gets off his hand from Xymon.
“Can you accompany her to give these to Mrs. Wilton?” I requested, handed him the gifts. “And by the way don’t tell her that I’m here.” I patted Xymon on his shoulder. Louisa looked at me as she wanted to assure me if I was okay. I just smiled.
“Why not? Okay, if you wish, Let’s go, Ms. Georgin.” Xymon and Louisa left me on the table.
I was looking at them, heading on the other side. There, I saw my mom talking to her acquaintances when Xymon and Louisa approached her and successfully gave the gift. I was observing them from afar while drinking the red wine. They were fine talking to each other while Xymon introduced Louisa to my mother as his friend or whatsoever, I guess. Afterward, Louisa and Xymon soon reached the table where I was seated.
“Mom looks interested in you Ms. Georgin,” Xymon said in delight.
It was what I expected. Louisa is a captivative lady and easy to get along with. It’s impossible she wouldn't be caught by anyone at first sight.
“Uh, Thank you. Mrs. Wilton is nice though.” Louisa uttered, looking shy.
“By the way, Would you guys like to have some drinks? Xymon offered but I declined instantly.
“Sure!” Louisa said quickly after me but I whispered that we were about to leave so she retracted what she said.
“Thanks for this night Mon, but we need to go. Excuse us.” I put my arms on Louisa's shoulders.
“Come on Xy, It seems Ms. Georgin doesn't want to leave yet. Let’s enjoy the party instead.” Xymon insisted. I took a deep breath and turned my eyes to Louisa.
“I think he’s right. Maybe we can leave later around 10? It’s kind of embarrassing to Mrs. Wilton if we won’t at least finish her speech. Let’s enjoy this night, Please?” Louisa bit her lower lips, pleaded like a kid who wants to ride on roller coasters. Moreover, I didn’t want to waste her time dressing like an angel tonight. She couldn’t be left here.
“Fine,” I said like it was a game over for me.
It was about a half-hour when the guest speakers delivered their speeches. I almost went out of here, but I didn't want to ruin Louisa's night; she seemed to enjoy spending time talking to my brother while I was here waiting for the party to end. I didn’t realize that the birthday celebrant, Mrs. Wilton, was already in front. I gulped. It was as if there was something inside me that I couldn't get rid of.
“Good evening ladies and Gentlemen,” She began to speak. “I would like to honor everyone for making an effort to join and celebrate my special day tonight. Mr., and Mrs. Gomez, I Greatly appreciate your presence this beautiful evening, and Of course, before we jump out to what you’re waiting for, I would like to ask my only loving son to join me. My unica Hijo Mr. Xymon Wilton.” Xymon looked at me before he stood and walked in front as my mother mentioned his name. I then caught Louisa staring at me but Ignored that gaze, proving that I wasn’t affected as she assumed.
“I would like to ask my only loving son to join me, my unica Hijo Mr. Xymon Wilton.” To be honest, I couldn't even admit, I was hurt, and envious. I pitied myself for longing for her to be accepted and proud like how she saw my brother as her loving son. After two years of being cut off from them, Was that too long that she had even forgotten having twins? Or Perhaps, She treated me as if I was dead. I laughed sarcastically because of those thoughts. Someday, Things will turn upside down, I’ll prove that she was wrong.
Xymon stood in front of everyone and gave his little message to my mother. How sweet they were! After Xymon got finished speaking, I witnessed her immediately taking the microphone from my brother as he was about to mention my name. I saw how Xymon's reaction shifted but he just ignored my mom’s remarks right after. I knew Xymon. He didn't agree with what he noticed. It wouldn't be noticeable if you were not paying attention to how she acted, but in my case, This was too much for me. I think this night would be enough not to force myself on her. Funny how I prepared myself to gather the courage to apologize after all and Ended up watching her denying and shaming my name. I wasted my time.
To my annoyance, I grabbed Louisa’s wrist and walked out without gesturing to her or giving her a hint if we were going to leave. I feel suffocated.
There, The spotlight turned on me. I heard different unpleasant reactions from the guests but I continued walking outside with Louisa. I felt my anger increase as we walked. I didn't mind them at all, they didn’t know how it felt. I was wrong to attend this shit party.
As we reached the parking lot, I released Louisa from my grip. I let out a sigh and brushed my face in anger. I shouted from nowhere, kept kicking the car wheels, and laughed as I felt my tears released.
“Tell me, Am I hard to be a son?” I bitterly asked. Louisa was standing near behind, staring at me. “ Am I?!” I yelled and kicked the car wheels once more. Louisa was startled and was taken aback a little bit.
“Yo—you’re enough,” she managed to utter. Her voice was shaking and I felt bad for that.
Almost a half-hour spent in silence. The only I could hear was the water in fountains that kept on flowing. No one talked as we went inside the car, not until…
“Can't we just go home right away?” Out of the silence, I asked.
“I’m in.” Louisa just nodded and I drove the car out of the mansion.
I felt craving a bottle of liquor tonight.