He stopped when he arrived at a small pool. He looked at it and thought back to when his parents brought him here. At that time, he would always pester them to bring him here and, as their only child, he was doted upon.
Finding a quiet spot by a tranquil pond, Rex Anderson watched as ducks glided across the water, leaving gentle ripples in their wake. He took a moment to absorb the serenity, appreciating the colors of the environment.
Soon he heard the rhythmic sound of approaching footsteps. Elvira appeared, her eyes widening with awe at the park’s beauty.
“Rex, I’m sorry for keeping you waiting. Have you been here for too long?”
When Elvira’s voice sounded, Rex looked up and greeted her with a warm smile. “No, I just got here too.”
“I apologize; it’s just that each time I want to go on a date with you, I find it hard to get the best outfit to wear, so I have to change into different outfits.”
“Miss Ann, it’s okay. I understand that men are different from women, it’s normal for girls to always want to look nice, it’s an honor to hang out with a celebrity like you.”
“You are too sweet” Elvira lowered her head shyly, her eyelashes fluttering “now that I see you my mood is better than before. I feel all my worries are gone as my mood has improved a lot.” She said, moistening her lips with her tongue.
“I’m happy you’re now in a good mood. I was worried you might get bored and continue brooding over what happened these days, so I asked you out for a walk.”
“How could your father not think about your feelings. It’s really unfair, I worry so much about you” Elvira was happy when she heard that Rex was worried about her. “I’m happy my engagement with Damian Ford has been canceled” she said, with a broad smile on her face.
“It must be hard on Mr. Ford to be jilted by two sisters, he must be sad”
“Rex, let’s not talk about Damian Ford” she came behind Rex and held his wheelchair.
“I’ll push you as we walk.”
“No need to stress your petite hand”
“It’s okay, I’ll push you” Elvira Ann pushed Rex Anderson forward giggling from ear to ear imagining she and Rex growing old together.
“Rex, when we get old wouldn’t it be nice to always come and stroll around in this park?
“…” Elvira Ann, in your dream.
“Miss Ann, by that time I will be too old, while you will still be as beautiful as you are now.”
“You’re just a little older than me.”
“Twelve years old! Just take a look at it in a few years, you’ll probably have to call me grandpa since I’m already in a wheelchair and have to wear a mask to cover my face”, Rex said, his voice laced with sorrow and sadness.
“I don’t accept it. Look at you, young and vibrant, it looks like you were in your early twenties!
“Miss Ann, you sure know how to sweet talk”, Rex said, chewing the inside of his mouth.
“I’m not joking Rex, I love you. You’re the type of man I wanted. Gentle, considerate, kind, caring, my regret now is not pushing forward to be the person that married you”
“Miss Ann, your sister and I are now married. Forget about having a relationship with me. Let’s not go back or talk about the past again”
“Rex……”
“Look at the park, it is so beautiful, today’s weather is perfect. It’s suitable for us to walk for now. Let’s enjoy every moment”, Rex Anderson changed the topic and Elvira could only give up.
Rex’s eyes darkened under the mask as his mind was full of the evil he had planned for Timothy Ann. He would show his affection towards his daughter and capture her heart that she would be willing to do anything for him! He would make Timothy Ann have a taste of his own medicine when his precious daughter betrayed him.
Losing the company to Ariel Ann would be heartbreaking for him. He wanted Timothy Ann and his precious family to suffer a terrible fate!
“Miss Ann, isn’t it a beautiful day?”
Elvira nodded as she held his wheelchair. “Yeah! I would love to come back to this park, so many pretty flowers and birds”
Rex Anderson sighed “This used to be my favorite place to be, before the accident”. Rex paused; Elvira Ann perceived the sadness in his tone and walked to his side to comfort him.
As they strolled along, Rex Anderson shared stories of his younger days describing how he used to run and play with his parent in the park. Each time he talked he made sure to mention his condition. Elvira listened intently.
“You must have been really fast, Rex.”
“Yes, I have been quite a good runner since I was in kindergarten, but you know things change, and that’s okay as I’ve learned to appreciate things more now.”
Elvira felt life wasn’t fair to Rex as she looked at him with pains in her eyes.
“Miss Ann, don’t be sad, I love spending time outdoors, feeling the sun on my face and listening to the sounds of nature. Besides, I enjoy spending time with you. Let’s head over there, there are some adorable ducklings that you might like to see”, Rex Anderson said, pointing to a nearby pond.
Elvira’s eyes widened with excitement. “I could use some quacking in my life right now.”
They made their way to the pond, and Rex Anderson parked his wheelchair in a comfortable spot where they could watch the ducks. The quacking of the ducks echoed, adding a delightful rhythm to Elvira’s thumping heart.
“Rex, your positivity is inspiring”. Elvira suddenly spoke up.
“Thanks, Miss Ann, having a companion like yours makes all the difference.”
They both chuckled, enjoying the camaraderie as they observed the ducks gliding gracefully on the pond.
The sun began to dip below the horizon, casting shadows across the park. Rex Anderson continued their leisurely stroll, Elvira grateful for the bond she shared with Rex and the beauty surrounding them.