Nicholas POV
“Monica is awake,” Anthony said and my eyes widened, almost bulging out of their socket.
“What” I exclaimed and ended the call instantly.
“What is it, Nicholas? Where are you going to?” Uncle Karl asked, rising to his feet and staring at me confusingly.
“It’s Monica. She is awake” I said then rushed her out of the conference room, leaving Uncle Karl standing shocked and confused at the same time.
I dashed into my elevator and soon, it was on the first floor. I was excited. I was happy and every worry I had previously flew out the window of my mind.
“Where is she?” I asked walking down the hallway hurriedly as I watched Anthony and Fiona discuss something
They turned to me and gestured I follow them which I did. I walked into Monica’s room to find Mrs Clara kissing Monica multiple times on her cheeks
“Honey” Monica called out, tears gathering in her eyes.
I just stood frozen as I looked at her. A plaster on her cheek and a bandage on her head. This was a dream come true. Monica was safe and alive.
” How are you feeling? Are you feeling any sort of pain? Are you hungry? Do you want to drink water or something?” I asked, moving swiftly to get to the side as I held her hand.
Mrs Clara smiled and then moved away from us, giving us lots of space
“No, I’m fine honey. I’m not hungry and I don’t need anything. I’m just happy to see you” she said and I felt a sense of happiness taking over my entire body.
My heart which once raced in fear began beating against my chest in happiness and joy. It felt so good to hold her hand like this and look at her this closely.
“Thank you, honey,” I said, tears gathering in my eyes “Thank you for waking up. Thank you for coming back to me. For a moment, I was scared that I was going to lose you but now, I’m glad that you’re awake I’m so happy” I said and I didn’t notice that I was crying until she used her thumb to wipe off a tear from my left cheek
“I think you should tell him now Monica” Anthony uttered behind me and I turned my head to fix my gaze on him
“Tell me what?” I asked, staring at him with curious eyes.
“Tell him. Monica. This is the perfect time” Fiona added and I wondered what they were talking about.
Monica suddenly started crying, so many tears spilling from her eyes and I stared at her with fear in my heart.
What was it that Monica was about to tell me? What did Anthony and Fiona know that I had no idea about?
These questions flooded my head and they made me anxious. “What is it, honey? Talk to me. You’re scaring me” I said, holding her hand tightly as I braced myself for whatever she was about to tell me.
“I remember everything Nicholas” she uttered and I looked at her, giving her a more confused look. “I remember everything”
“Remember what?” I asked, feeling more confused and more lost. I didn’t understand what she was saying and she was just crying and crying.
“My memories honey. I have them back” she finally uttered and I became stiff, unable to move.
She looked at me with tears spilling from her eyes and a huge smile across her lips. She placed her right hand on my cheeks and smiled with her eyes, shining with happiness.
“I remember everything now Nicholas. I remember you and the kids and everyone. I have my memories back” she explained further and I started laughing but soon, those kids laughter turned into tears, tears of joy.
I placed my hand in her hand which was on my cheeks as we both smiled amidst our tears. I don’t think any woman has made me cry this much. I was happy. I was excited and I was hoping that all this wasn’t just a dream.
“What do you remember?” I asked, wanting to be sure she knew what she was saying. I wanted to be certain that this wasn’t a dream.
“I remember you love apples so much” I smiled even more when I heard her saying “I know you love your company so much. I know you prefer to lose your kidney than let Greg take the company” I laughed hard at her last statement but it was true.
Everything she said was true. She indeed remembered everything. After the surgery, Monica didn’t even know what my best color was talkless of my best fruit. It was nice to have her back. It was so nice to have my Monica back.
I rose to my feet and hugged her, trying not to place so much of my weight on her. I paced kisses all over her face which made her giggle and laugh out loudly.
“Hey hey guys, I’m also married and you’re making me feel like I’m single. You’re show of affection is suffocating and I’d advise you to keep all these for the bedroom” Anthony said, his voice sharp and filled with frustration but I paid no attention to him.
“But how is this even possible? The German surgeon clearly stated that there wasn’t any chance for you to get back your memories so how is this possible?” I asked, a smile on my lips.
“It’s a miracle Mr starling” I heard a familiar voice behind me and I turned to see Doctor Helen standing at the doorway with a smile on her face.
“It’s indeed a miracle. My wife is a miracle” I uttered excitedly.
“I just spoke with Doctor Rudolf from Germany and he is very surprised to hear that Monica got back her memories. According to him, it’s very rare for patients who lose their memories after their brain surgery to get them back. He said Monica’s case was the first he had experienced since he became a surgeon and he sent his warm regards”
“Thank you for everything, Helen. You still had a part in this. Thank you for treating my wife and bringing her back to me” I said and Helen nodded her head from side to side in disagreement.
“I didn’t bring her to you Nicholas. She came back to you” Helen said then accessed Monica’s hands, eyes, and heartbeat.
“Mrs Sterling would be free to go home as from tomorrow” she announced and it took every nerve in my body not to lose control and give her a bone-crushing hug.
“Thank you, doctor,” I said and shifted my gaze back to Monica.
“I’m still not convinced that you’ve gotten back your memories so I’m going to ask you this question,” Anthony said and Monica smirked.
“Bring it on,” Monica said.
“What is the name of my first_”
“Hazel” Monica responded instantly and Anthony went speechless, staring at Monica in shock.
“You didn’t even let me finish the question. How did you know that was what I was going to ask?”
“It’s good to see you, Anthony,” Monica said and I shut her up by capturing her lips in mine. I missed her and I was so glad that she was alive and finally safe.