Title: A Love Worth Fighting For
Chapter 7
(Liam was currently at the office doing some paperwork. While at his desk, he hears a knock at the door)
Liam: "Come in."
(The door opens and Liam sees Thomas coming in. Liam gives a strange look as he speaks)
Liam: "Uh, what are you doing here? Last time I checked, we were not friends. Hell, I do not even think we are civil with each other."
(Thomas rests his hands in his pockets and raises his eyebrows)
Thomas: "Trust me. I do not want to talk to you, either, unless it is about Hope or the kids." (tilts his head) "Speaking of Hope…"
(Liam points his Thomas using his pen)
Liam: "Let me guess. You do not like it when her and I talk? Or when I offer advice to her?"
Thomas: "Oh, I am not worried at all when Hope talks to you. I have complete faith and trust in her. I have made that clear to her." (serious tone) "What I do not like is you practically accusing her of trapping me with another kid. She would NEVER do that."
(Liam leans back in his chair in confusion)
Liam: "I'm sorry. When did I accuse her of trapping you?"
Thomas: "When you asked the love of my life if she was on birth control. OR if she is planning another baby. Oh, OR, when you made her feel like shit if the baby would ever be mine." (chuckles) "Liam, for one thing, it is NONE of your business whether or not Hope is on birth control. Secondly, it is not up to you who she has a child with, if she chooses to have another child. That is between her and I. If we are together, which I hope we are."
(Liam shakes his head as he shudders)
Liam: "I pray to God if Hope does choose to have another child, it is not with you."
Thomas: "Liam, Hope is her own person. She has a mind of her own. She does NOT need your permission on what she does with her life."
Liam: "No, she does not need permission. BUT, however, I believe the choices she makes regarding YOU are not healthy. I told her that."
Thomas: (slowly nods) "I am sure you did. Did she listen?"
(Liam looks like he wants to argue with that question. However, he knew better. Instead, he glances away, answering Thomas' question. Thomas quickly nods, smiles in satisfaction, and briefly closes his eyes)
Thomas: "That is what I thought. Think what you want about me. I cannot stop you. But, quit bothering Hope with these foolish accusations you have. No wonder she could not stand you in the end."
(As Thomas is walking towards the door, he talks)
Thomas: "Nice talking to you."
(Door shuts behind Thomas)
(Meanwhile, it was the night of the party at Eric and Donna's. Family and important friends were invited. Everyone tried not to notice, but Eric was slowly slipping away. Eric was doing his best not to show his weak side. By the end of the night, though, Eric's body gave out. Everyone was horrified as they watched Eric slowly falling to the ground with his helpless family looking on. Eric reminded everyone to be kind to each other before passing out)
Chapter 7 Done
A/N: I know this was a short chapter and Hope was not in it. I had to write something about the party being I did not technically include it in the story. The chapter felt okay to end here. Our couple will be on again next chapter.
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