CHAPTER SIX
As the morning light shone through the balcony, there was no trace of the previous night's storm. Bianca was asleep in her bedroom dreaming of the days when they were all one big happy family. She was desperately trying to hold on to her dreams, but the sunlight was shining in her window keeping her from sleep. She got up from her bed and headed to her mother's room to see how she slept. She knew that today was going to be difficult for all them, but especially Erica. She called out to her from behind the door, but there was no response. Quietly she entered Erica's room, hoping not to wake her, but to her surprise Erica's bed had not been slept in. Normally this would not alarmed Bianca, but given Erica's recent emotional state and that Jackson's was getting married today, Bianca was very much concerned about her mother's whereabouts. Wherever Erica was, Bianca was certain that she should not be alone.
It was not until Myrtle called that Bianca even noticed the letter her mother left for her earlier that morning. Myrtle was still speaking when Bianca reached for the letter and began to open it. Although Bianca tried to seem interested in Myrtle's conversation her thoughts were too focused on her mother to offer any feedback. She began drifting in an out of the conversation with no concept of the discussion at hand. Her thoughts were all over the place and it did not go unnoticed by Myrtle. Myrtle was a kind soul who always supported Bianca and knew enough not to pry, but it was not hard to tell that something was upsetting her. Myrtle always watched over her and Erica since Mona died and in that time she had learned enough about both of them to know that whatever was on Bianca's mind she would not be privy to it today. The unspoken word between the two told each of them that they would always be there to support each other. When Bianca finished her conversation with Myrtle, she placed her self on the sofa, and began reading her mother's letter.
Sweetheart, you are so much wiser and Bravo than I. I have lived my life always being afraid of who I am. Each day you inspire me and make me believe that dreams really do come true. Last night I almost gave up on my dreams, but you made me see that I can make it happen. I know it is late, but I could not wait until morning to see Jackson and tell him how I feel. I know that I am taking a chance that he may reject me, but you have taught me that I just can't give up without fighting for him and that is just what I am going to do. Thank you honey for being there for me last night. I love you with all my heart. Mom
As Bianca wiped the tears from her eyes, she said I love you too mom!
Several hours had passed and Bianca debated whether or not to call Uncle Jack. What if I am disturbing them she thought! Well I will just give them a quick call and see if everything is ok. The phone rang several times and Bianca was taking this as a good sign that they were going to be family again. After about five rings, she was ready to hang up when she heard a husky male voice on the other end of the phone. Uncle Jack she said "I hope I did not wake you up, but I was wondering if I could speak with mom for a moment". Jackson was a taken off guard by Bianca's word and took a moment to compose himself before he said, "honey I am not really sure why you would think your mother was here, but I have not seen her since that day at the penthouse'. Oh Bianca replied, I must have misunderstood her, I thought that she said she was going to see you. Well anyway Uncle Jack got a run. See you at the wedding! Jackson was still speaking when Bianca hung up the phone. He was trying to tell her that he could not go through with the wedding, but his words were matched with the deafening sound of Bianca slamming the receiver down in his ear. Where are you mom, if you are not with Uncle Jack, than WHERE ARE YOU!
The earlier morning passed and afternoon came and still NO sign of Erica. Bianca went through several stages of worry until finally she decided that something was wrong. " Hi Uncle Jack, it's Bianca. Yes I know I was abrupt earlier! No, I'm not upset with you. Well actually I really need to talk to you about mom...Really, does mom know? Yes Uncle Jack that is why I am calling, I think something terrible has happened to mom. She left early this morning to talk to you, and I have not heard a word from her." Jackson tried to sound reassuring, but he was alarmed. It was not like Erica to take off without checking in with Bianca throughout the day. I am on my way Honey!
As Jack went to leave, Veronica met him at the doorway. Hello there handsome, she said, I know it is bad luck for the groom to see the bride before the wedding, but I just had to see you. Very soon I will be Mrs. Jackson Montgomery! He knew that this was something he should take care of, but he was too concerned for Erica to deal with the wedding right now. Veronica he said, I don't mean to be rude, but something major has come up and I need to go to Bianca. Veronica glanced away for a moment and than stared at Jackson with a questioning expression. He knew he should offer some explanation, but when he opened his mouth nothing would come out. For several minutes Jack stood there searching his mind for something to say, but the only thing he could managed was `I am sorry Veronica, I want you to know that I am truly sorry. And than he turned and walked out the door.
As the sound of the door closed in front of her, Veronica lashed out and said oh you will be sorry Mr. Montgomery, there is no doubt that YOU WILL BE SORRY!
As the morning light shone through the balcony, there was no trace of the previous night's storm. Bianca was asleep in her bedroom dreaming of the days when they were all one big happy family. She was desperately trying to hold on to her dreams, but the sunlight was shining in her window keeping her from sleep. She got up from her bed and headed to her mother's room to see how she slept. She knew that today was going to be difficult for all them, but especially Erica. She called out to her from behind the door, but there was no response. Quietly she entered Erica's room, hoping not to wake her, but to her surprise Erica's bed had not been slept in. Normally this would not alarmed Bianca, but given Erica's recent emotional state and that Jackson's was getting married today, Bianca was very much concerned about her mother's whereabouts. Wherever Erica was, Bianca was certain that she should not be alone.
It was not until Myrtle called that Bianca even noticed the letter her mother left for her earlier that morning. Myrtle was still speaking when Bianca reached for the letter and began to open it. Although Bianca tried to seem interested in Myrtle's conversation her thoughts were too focused on her mother to offer any feedback. She began drifting in an out of the conversation with no concept of the discussion at hand. Her thoughts were all over the place and it did not go unnoticed by Myrtle. Myrtle was a kind soul who always supported Bianca and knew enough not to pry, but it was not hard to tell that something was upsetting her. Myrtle always watched over her and Erica since Mona died and in that time she had learned enough about both of them to know that whatever was on Bianca's mind she would not be privy to it today. The unspoken word between the two told each of them that they would always be there to support each other. When Bianca finished her conversation with Myrtle, she placed her self on the sofa, and began reading her mother's letter.
Sweetheart, you are so much wiser and Bravo than I. I have lived my life always being afraid of who I am. Each day you inspire me and make me believe that dreams really do come true. Last night I almost gave up on my dreams, but you made me see that I can make it happen. I know it is late, but I could not wait until morning to see Jackson and tell him how I feel. I know that I am taking a chance that he may reject me, but you have taught me that I just can't give up without fighting for him and that is just what I am going to do. Thank you honey for being there for me last night. I love you with all my heart. Mom
As Bianca wiped the tears from her eyes, she said I love you too mom!
Several hours had passed and Bianca debated whether or not to call Uncle Jack. What if I am disturbing them she thought! Well I will just give them a quick call and see if everything is ok. The phone rang several times and Bianca was taking this as a good sign that they were going to be family again. After about five rings, she was ready to hang up when she heard a husky male voice on the other end of the phone. Uncle Jack she said "I hope I did not wake you up, but I was wondering if I could speak with mom for a moment". Jackson was a taken off guard by Bianca's word and took a moment to compose himself before he said, "honey I am not really sure why you would think your mother was here, but I have not seen her since that day at the penthouse'. Oh Bianca replied, I must have misunderstood her, I thought that she said she was going to see you. Well anyway Uncle Jack got a run. See you at the wedding! Jackson was still speaking when Bianca hung up the phone. He was trying to tell her that he could not go through with the wedding, but his words were matched with the deafening sound of Bianca slamming the receiver down in his ear. Where are you mom, if you are not with Uncle Jack, than WHERE ARE YOU!
The earlier morning passed and afternoon came and still NO sign of Erica. Bianca went through several stages of worry until finally she decided that something was wrong. " Hi Uncle Jack, it's Bianca. Yes I know I was abrupt earlier! No, I'm not upset with you. Well actually I really need to talk to you about mom...Really, does mom know? Yes Uncle Jack that is why I am calling, I think something terrible has happened to mom. She left early this morning to talk to you, and I have not heard a word from her." Jackson tried to sound reassuring, but he was alarmed. It was not like Erica to take off without checking in with Bianca throughout the day. I am on my way Honey!
As Jack went to leave, Veronica met him at the doorway. Hello there handsome, she said, I know it is bad luck for the groom to see the bride before the wedding, but I just had to see you. Very soon I will be Mrs. Jackson Montgomery! He knew that this was something he should take care of, but he was too concerned for Erica to deal with the wedding right now. Veronica he said, I don't mean to be rude, but something major has come up and I need to go to Bianca. Veronica glanced away for a moment and than stared at Jackson with a questioning expression. He knew he should offer some explanation, but when he opened his mouth nothing would come out. For several minutes Jack stood there searching his mind for something to say, but the only thing he could managed was `I am sorry Veronica, I want you to know that I am truly sorry. And than he turned and walked out the door.
As the sound of the door closed in front of her, Veronica lashed out and said oh you will be sorry Mr. Montgomery, there is no doubt that YOU WILL BE SORRY!