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Summary: Chapter 41: Theresa tells Whitney and Chad how she feels about the best man decision. Has she chosen Fox? Or Ethan? Find out in this chapter! R&R! Special note inside (18/3)
Fox won the votes! It was 20-10. On the first day, I actually thought Ethan would win, which would've been a major surprise but the next day, most of the reviewers voted for Fox and so Fox got the lead and won. Sorry, Therethan fans out there, you guys just didn't vote! For those who did, good try! Well, here goes the story…
"I want Fox," Theresa finally said, shocking Chad. "If it's ok, I'd like Fox to be the best man. I think it'd be good for him to see what a wedding is like. I doubt he's been to many at all."
Whitney and Chad smiled. "Yeah, you're right. Then that's how it will be. Fox is the best man!" Chad proclaimed.
"But I'm feeling bad. I'm kinda rejecting Ethan if you know what I mean," Theresa replied, looking glum.
"Yeah, but I'm sure he won't mind because I can say it's my choice," Whitney said.
"That'd be worse for him, knowing Chad let you choose Fox rather than his best friend, Ethan!"
"I guess you'll have to tell him why then," Chad concluded.
Theresa sighed. "Yep."
"Chad, Whitney, Theresa! Dinner!" shouted Eve from the foot of the staircase.
"Great, I'm starving!" Chad cried, hopping off the bed.
The three of them left Whitney's bedroom and made their way downstairs and into the dining room where TC, Liz, Eve and Simone were. Theresa leaned over to whisper in Whitney's ear.
"You never told me what eventually happened between Liz and your parents. What did happen?" Theresa asked quietly.
"Dad found out about mum and he was furious at first but forgave mum and Liz went crazy at that. One day, she fell and bumped her head. She's got amnesia now and is surprisingly really nice," Whitney answered.
Theresa smiled. "What a story!" she whispered, as they sat down at the table.
They began eating and summarising their lives to tell Theresa at the same time. It was a nice chance for Theresa to catch up on all that had happened in Harmony while she was away.
After dinner, Theresa decided she had to leave to tell Ethan and Fox about the wedding plans. It was getting late and she didn't want to wait until tomorrow to inform them.
"Thanks a lot, Mrs. Russell for making dinner for me tonight. Thanks everyone, bye!" Theresa exclaimed as she walked out the front door.
"It was our pleasure," Eve replied, waving.
"See ya, Theresa," Chad joined.
"Yeah, bye!" Whitney added.
Theresa got into her car and waved one last time before backing out of the Russell driveway and heading home.
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Theresa got out of her car and took her eyes out to unlock the front door of her home. It had been a long yet eventful day and it still hadn't ended yet. Theresa was a bit worried about telling Ethan this whole situation. How he would take it was a mystery. The last thing she wanted to do was hurt his feelings or give him the wrong idea. But she had made her decision and she was going to stick by it. Theresa dropped her stuff on the bed. Just then, Little Ethan ran into the bedroom, his arms wide open and a smile spread across his face. He came over and wrapped his arms around Theresa bare, smooth legs. Theresa picked him up and hugged him tight.
"Hello, my baby boy! Did you miss mummy?" Theresa asked him.
Ethan Martin giggled. "Yah," he said in his cute voice.
Theresa placed him back on the floor. "You go play with you toys. Mummy has some stuff to do, ok baby?"
Ethan Martin nodded and waddled off. Theresa smiled. She then went to the phone and dialled Ethan's number.
After a few rings, Ethan picked up.
"Hello?"
"Hey Ethan."
"Theresa?"
"Yeah, it's me."
"What's up?"
"I was just going to tell you something about Whitney and Chad's wedding."
"Yeah? What about?" Ethan asked curiously.
"Well, tonight they asked me who I wanted to be the best man. I had a very hard decision to make and the person I chose may not be the person I decide to marry myself. I just…I just felt the man was more suitable and needed the experience, you know?" Theresa rambled.
"Yeah," Ethan agreed, still not knowing what was going on.
"I chose Fox."
There was silence for a while.
"I respect that decision. You're right, he needs the experience more than I do, not having the opportunity to attend many."
"That's what I thought! Thanks so much for understanding. I love you so much and I didn't want to hurt you," Theresa replied, feeling a bit relieved.
"I love you too and I'm fine."
"I got to call Fox. I'll talk to you soon."
"Ok, love you, bye."
"Same, bye."
Theresa hung up and then dialled Fox's number. Theresa smiled as she heard his voice on the other end of the line.
"Hello, Fox speaking."
"Hey Fox. It's Theresa," she greeted.
"Hey sexy! Haven't heard from you in hours. I've missed you!"
Theresa giggled. "Same. I was just calling to tell you you're the best man at Chad and Whitney's wedding."
"I am? Since when?"
"Since I told them I wanted you to be the best man."
"And let me guess- you're the bridesmaid?"
"Definitely."
"Awesome! Wait, what about Ethan?"
"I told him and I thought you needed the chance to see how a wedding works anyway. You know, just in case you have a wedding in the near future…"
Fox laughed. "Yeah, I sure hope so!"
"Well, I've got to get the materials in for the dresses but you'll have to meet up with Chad about the tuxedos," Theresa informed.
"Great. Just tell me when and I'll be there."
"I wish you were here."
"Ok, your wish is my command."
"Nah, you better not come. It's late and mama will probably chuck a fit!" Theresa replied.
"You sure?"
"I guess I am."
"Doesn't sound too convincing!"
"Theresa! Ethan Martin has fallen asleep. Maybe you should take him to bed!" Pilar yelled from outside.
"Got to go. Bye!"
"Night, baby."
Theresa went over to the living room where Pilar was sitting, ironing.
"Mama, you know you need some rest. House work can be done tomorrow and I can iron my own clothes!" Theresa insisted.
"I know, I know. But I can't sit around doing nothing," Pilar said, continuing to iron clothes.
"You could watch TV," Theresa suggested, picking Ethan Martin up.
"I'm not interested in all that media and celebrities."
"Ok, mama."
"I have placed a small bed for Little Ethan on the other side of your room. He can sleep there. You can go to bed too. Don't worry about me," Pilar replied, shooing her off.
"Yes, mama. Goodnight."
"I love you, goodnight."
Theresa carried Ethan Martin to his new bed and tucked him into bed. She kissed him on the forehead and she then got ready for bed. After brushing her teeth, washing her face, going to the toilet, brushing her hair, putting on moisturiser and changing into her nightie, Theresa finally got into bed. She was exhausted and yawned. Tucking herself in, it only took minutes before Theresa fell asleep.
Knocks woke Theresa up from her sleep. She reluctantly opened her eyes, noticing it was still dark. She looked at her clock to see what time it was. 12:20am. Then another knock sounded. It was coming from her window. Theresa got out of bed and crept over to her window as to not wake her son up. She opened the window quietly. Fox stood shivering outside.
"Fox? What are you doing here?"
"You wanted me with you. So here I am," Fox replied, climbing into the room.
Theresa smiled at the sweet act. She closed the window when he got inside.
"You said you didn't want Pilar to know so I waited until she slept and came knocking at your window."
"It's really sweet of you to come over," Theresa thanked him.
"I wanted to see you anyway," Fox said.
Fox wrapped his arms around her pulling her in for a passionate kiss. Theresa kissed him back with intensity. When they let go, Theresa smiled.
"I love you."
"I love you too," Fox replied.
Theresa led him to the bed and hopped into it. He joined her.
"I know what you're thinking but Little Ethan is here and besides, I really tired. Could you just hold me in your arms and sleep with me?" Theresa questioned, as Fox took his shoes off and lay down next to her.
"Sure, I'd love that," he obliged, hugging her tightly, feeling her warm body close to his.
The two fell into a deep sleep with sweet dreams within minutes.
A.N. Ah, like that? Theresa and Fox. More of that coming next. Preview: Theresa chooses the man she wants to be with after the wedding. (But that's not for some time.)
**Note: Thanks for everyone who has been reading this continuous fic. But I will be away for 2 nights on camp. So there will be no updates for a while. God bless you all, InSpIrEd.**