Game Of Love

Victoria packed her twin's stuff while Sofia sat like a ghost, staring blankly at nothing in particular. They had informed Greta that she wasn't feeling well and wanted to go home. Greta was very sad but she understood Sofia's need to be with her mom during her pregnancy. Victoria booked two tickets to Las Vegas. She knew that Sofia wasn't in her senses and needed help in everything. She hadn't changed her clothes or got ready to go but just sat there in a dazed state for the past one hour, in the same position.

"Sofi, I've finished packing. C'mon, let me get you ready to go," said Victoria.

"Go where?" Asked Sofia. Victoria stared at her blankly. Did she not tell her an hour ago that she wanted to leave?

"Home, Sofi. We're going home to mom and dad. Davion betrayed you, remember?" She reminded her. Sofia looked at her and her eyes filled up with fresh tears as she remembered everything.

"Yes, I don't want to stay here any more. Let's get ready, Vicky, " she said, getting down from the bed and picking up the clothes that Victoria left for her to wear. She dashed into the en-suite and quickly changed into the clothes. Booking a cab, Victoria loaded their luggage while Sofia hugged a weeping Greta.

"I won't come back Greta. Davion has moved on from me," sobbed Sofia. Greta shook her head.

"No no, honey. I'm sure there's some misunderstanding. He loves you. Don't go without informing him," said Greta.

"There's no misunderstanding, Greta. See the magazine in my room. On page 30, you'll find everything you need to know about his betrayal. I can't stay here any more. While I'm struggling with my pregnancy, he's been treating me like dirt for the last few weeks. I don't think this is love, " said Sofia with a solemn look on her face. Greta kissed her forehead.

"I don't know what to say. Take care of yourself, Sofia," said Greta, wiping her eyes. An unhappy and tearful Sofia climbed into the cab to leave the home she had come to love so much. Despite being married for only three months, she had embraced her new life, her new home with open arms. Although her marriage was a forced one, her innocent heart had accepted the man who had forced her into his life. She had fallen in love with him and at the tender age of eighteen, she was ready to embrace motherhood too. As the cab drove away, Sofia's eyes were fixed upon Greta and her home, all the way till they were completely out of sight.

"Sofi, get a grip over yourself, please," said Victoria, her heart breaking seeing her twin's condition.

"Why did he play with my feelings, Vicky? I love him," said Sofia with a lost expression on her face. Victoria didn't have any answer to that. If she could she would have throttled Davion and demanded an answer from him herself.

"Forget him, Sofi. He's not worth your tears," she told her.

"How can I forget him? He's the father of my baby, " said Sofia, looking out of the window blankly. Victoria knew that she was hurting and didn't have any words to comfort her. Their lives had been turned completely upside down in the last few months. She hadn't found the time to update their parents of their arrival. It was a sudden decision and considering the mental condition that Sofia was in, it was better to somehow reach home and let their parents handle the situation.

Greta broke down completely after Sofia left. She went up to Sofia's room to check the magazine that Sofia wwas talking about. Furious seeing the pictures, she tried to call Davion but his phone seemed to be switched off. Not having anything to do, she cleaned the house and locked it up left for home.

It was evening when the girls reached Las Vegas. Sofia was nauseated throughout the time on the flight and she was exhausted completely. "Don't tell mom and dad anything, please, " said Sofia as their cab sped home.

"Why not? They should know what they've gotten you into. They've destroyed your life knowing that Davion wasn't to be trusted, " said Victoria with anger.

Sofia sighed. "Please, Vicky. Just let me get through this pregnancy in peace. Just tell mom and dad that I've come to stay till the baby's born. With Davion away most of the time, I need mom right now, " said Sofia. Victoria didn't answer. She was furious with both Davion as well as Colton. Both were the same. No wonder they were friends.

"Vicky please don't add to my woes. Please listen to me, " begged Sofia.

"Alright, as you say," said Victoria, giving in at last. They reached home in a few minutes and Victoria agitatedly pressed the doorbell, already preparing herself for the thousands of questions that her mom would start bombarding at them.

The door opened and their mom gaped at them with shock. "Sofi? What happened? Are you unwell? My God, Greg, come quick," said their mom, rushing forward to help Sofia into the house.

"She's pregnant and unwell, mom. Davion's away on some business trip and there's no surety when he'd return. So I brought Sofi home with me," said Victoria. Their mom beamed happily.

"Sofi's pregnant? Oh my gosh! You've done the right thing by bringing her home," said their mom. Victoria breathed a sighof relief that she could so easily convince their mom. Their dad came rushing out of the study and smiled seeing the two of them.

"What a pleasant surprise! We were thinking of visiting you two," said their dad.

"Sofi's pregnant. Davion's away on a business tour so Vicky brought her here," said their mom.

"That's good news no doubt but couldn't you wait for a few more years? You need to finish your studies first," said their dad.

"C'mon, Greg. It's no use saying these things now. We got her married at eighteen so it was bound to happen, " said their mom, helping Sofia to her room. Sofia felt relieved to be in her childhood room. In the last three months, nothing had changed here. Her house as well as her room were just the same as it was when she left Las Vegas. As if it was just yesterday.

"Freshen up and I'll serve you both dinner," said her mom.

"I can't eat a thing, mom," said Sofia.

"She has thrown up the whole time, mom," informed Victoria.

"Oh! Should call Dr. Graham?" Asked their mom with concern. Dr Graham was their old next door neighbor whom they always summon for every little emergency.

"No, mom. We'll consult a gynecologist a few days later. Let Sofi settle down first," said Victoria.

"Okay, I'll bring some soup and medicine, " said their mom leaving the room. Victoria helped Sofia freshen up and change out of her soiled clothes. After eating a little, Sofia felt a little better. Her mom wanted to sit down and chat with her but Victoria somehow steered her out if Sofia's room,  letting her rest in peace. Sofia switched off her mobile phone, not wanting anything to do with Davion. The pain and hurt from his betrayal choking her throat, now that she was all alone. Was marriage a joke for Davion? If your wife is ill and unable to have s*x with you, do you go to a wh*re? Is s*x the only thing that you care about? Is that the only reason why people marry? Does love hold no meaning at all in his life? Was s*x the only reason, he married her? Then why did he marry her when he had so many wh*res all around him, ready to have s*x with him anytime he wanted? Why did he have to destroy her life?

Sofia tried to sleep but couldn't. Her mind was in a turmoil since there was a life growing inside her now. Would she be able to take the responsibility of her baby all on her own? Would she be a good parent to her baby when she had no idea how to hold it in her arms even? She was just eighteen after all? Sighing deeply she drank some water to make the pain go away, yet it didn't. She knew that she had to be brave, she had to gather her wits and face the harsh reality but it was easier said than done.

The future looked very scary for her but she didn't shed a single tear. She had to be stronger for her baby's sake. However, there were no more tears left in her eyes to shed. Helpless and betrayed, Sofia lay still, staring at the ceiling with a heavy heart. It was easier to decide on something  but following it is the most difficult thing to do.

When she fell asleep, she had no idea. She tossed and turned the whole night.