Cold Showers — Chapter 47

Jayda was on her feet, beside her desk, sorting out some documents when she heard someone knock on her glass-walled door. She took a look at the entrance and saw that it was Olivia. She gestured for her to come in and Olivia did just that.

As soon as Jayda turned to face her, she was instantly pulled into a hug by Sebastian's younger sister.

Even though Jayda was confused as to why she deserved a hug from Olivia, she returned her hug.

"Thank you!" Olivia muttered with her arms wrapped around Jayda. And what followed was someone sniffing.

"Olivia, are you crying?" Jayda whispered.

Olivia pulled away from the hug and Jayda could see tears in her eyes. "Sorry, I'm just overwhelmed. Yesterday, Sebastian told me about you and the baby and I'm really happy for you and him."

"I found it hard to believe at first because I never saw it coming between the two of you. I'm always around you most times and not even once did I picture you with my brother."

"I'm sure he told you about Susan, it took awhile for Seb to recover from all she did. It was one of the hardest things we had to go through as a family."

"Now that this has happened, I wouldn't have asked for a better girlfriend for my brother and a better mother for my niece or nephew, I'm very happy for you and I'm also happy Sebastian, Congratulations!"

Jayda smiled, "Thank you!" She was relieved Olivia approved of her because Sebastian's family approval meant a lot to her.

"In case Sebastian hurt you in any way, Just let me know and I'll make sure I beat him up"

Jayda chuckled, she was glad everyone was promising to be there for her. "I'm sure there won't be any need for that. Sebastian has assured me that he won't break my heart and I've also promised the same."

"You guys are so perfect for each other. I hope I find what you both have."

"You will," Jayda assured, pulling Olivia into a hug. "Your approval really means a lot. Thanks."

Olivia giggled. "You are welcome. I should go back to the work my boss asked me to do before she fires me." Olivia teased which earned a chuckle from Jayda, knowing she was referring to her.

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At noon, Jayda received two unexpected visitors. Lilian and Roman.

She approached Roman and pulled him into a bone-crushing hug.

"I missed you, Rome. Please don't accept any more offer that will make you leave us for as long as two months"

Roman chuckled, "I missed you too bunny and Congratulations on being a Partner of this prestigious firm. I'm really proud of you." He kissed her forehead.

"Thank you!" She smiled.

"Okay, Lilian is here also, Doesn't she deserve a hug too?" Lily said in a jealous tone.

Jayda finally freed Roman from the hug and hugged her best friend who was pretending to be jealous.

She ushered both of them to the visitors' area of her office, they settled on the couch and Jayda served them wine.

"Sorry I can't join you guys in the wine fest, I will stick to my orange juice." She took a sip of her juice before settling on a couch opposite her best friends.

"Lilian told me everything on our way back from the airport. I truly admire your strength Jayda and I can't wait to give Sebastian my warning too."

"Thanks to your girlfriend, She kept me sane and was always there for me whenever I needed advice or a shoulder to cry on." She winked at Lilian who had a proud smile on her face.

"So I assume you've met Sebastian before," Jayda said to Roman.

"Yes, Gabriel introduced me to him when I attended one of Lilian's family gatherings. I must say, you are glowing and looking very radiant. I can see Sebastian's influence on you." Roman said as he wrapped his arms around Lilian's neck.

"Oh please, we are taking it slow." Jayda blushed.

"Jayda means everything to that cousin of mine, he is ready to do anything for her and I have no doubt she is in good hands," Lily assured her boyfriend.

Jayda brushed her fingers over the tip of her glass cup which still had some orange juice in it. "I'm happy it was all a blessing in disguise." She smiled.

"Now enough about me. how was your trip, Roman? and I hope you bought something for me." She pouted.

Lilian chipped in, "He dare not return empty-handed. Your gift is at my place, I will bring them when I come over to your place."

Jayda nodded.

"My trip was fine, I don't think I'll be travelling for a while, at least not for work purposes. I want to settle down and start my own family." He looked at Lilian with dreamy eyes.

"Perfect! I don't have to worry about my baby not having a playmate," Jayda said excitedly which made Lilian blush even more.