Page 41 of Saved By A Dark Billionaire
"Your mother planned everything out, didn't she?" Hailey shook her head in surprise.
"Seems that way."
I quickly texted Lucas and Leo to meet me at mom's place. I want to get this planning done, but I also want to see where mom lived. Hailey drove us there quickly, speeding past yellow lights, and skipping some stop signs. I told her I may be in a rush, but I wasn’t looking to die. She laughed at my comment and continued to drive like a madwoman. Mom’s flat wasn't very far from Lucas' apartment, actually.Go figure.
"Ready?" Hailey asked me as we stood before the burgundy door of my mother's flat.
"I think so." I nodded, opening the door slowly. A strong and nostalgic smell hit me hard. It was mom, her perfume she apparently had not changed throughout the years. I haven't smelt this since I was 10. Mom didn't smell like this at the hospital, and it is so comforting, yet painful, to smell it right now.
The place was absolutely stunning. It was cozy with an open floor plan. There were many dead plants hanging, as well as ones on planter ladders. I'd have to get rid of those. There was so much sunlight in this place it warmed my heart. The kitchen was beautiful, with shelves instead of cabinets and a large kitchen island with a couple of bar stools. The soft, round rug in the living room made me want to take my shoes off and dig them into its fibers. The bed was on a loft to the right, up the stairs. There was no door and could be seen over the rail. It was the only thing upstairs, if you can even actually call it an upstairs. I could see it from the couch if you looked up and right.
The place was wonderful, and I couldn't believe Mom lived here by herself for so long. I can't believeI'llbe living here. It was nice to feel close to Mom again. Hailey and I sat on the large circular couch, staring at the glass coffee table beside us.
Time to wait for Lucas and Leo.
Chapter 14
Olive's P.O.V.
The knock on the door had me jumping off the couch. I opened it to find Lucas and Leo standing tall. They were each a good foot taller than me, but normally I didn't care. When they're together, standing side by side with their arms crossed, I totally care.
"Come on in." I gestured for them to step in as I moved aside.
"I brought names of crematoriums and funeral homes." Leo held up a thin binder as he stepped in first.
"Thank you." Lucas stepped in after him, kissing the top of my head as he entered. Leo looked at him with narrowed eyes, to which Lucas just shrugged.
"This place is nice," Leo said as he spun around the center slowly, looking around.
"It's homey," Lucas added.
I closed the door, feeling a little scrutinized by these two here. They live in large houses, and are standing here in this quaint loft saying it's nice. I took a seat, grabbing the binder from Leo. We all called different places and got prices as well as asked about urns. All 4 of us made calls and wrote down information. Eventually we found a place that was nice, affordable, and held a wake before the cremation.
"I need to find out who all of mom's friends are to invite them." I bit at my lip as I wondered how I would go about it. I am not exactly sure how to find her friends since I don't know the name of a single one.
"I can help," Lucas offered.
"Yeah, he's great at finding people online and tracing friendships and stuff." Leo nodded in agreement.
"Awesome, thanks."
"Anything for you, Rose." His statement had me blushing for a moment. I started wondering why he was here. Is he being kind or is he wanting something later? I hope he isn't expecting anything, because I know I'm not ready yet.
Lucas hopped online, finding mom's social media and then finding all her closest friends for me to contact. We set the service for tomorrow at 2. I'll spread her ashes around sunset at the coordinates she wanted. It was closer to evening now as we finished with most everything. Just needed to contact a couple more of her friends.
"You guys want food? I can order something." I offered.
"That sounds great!" Hailey called out. "Get some Chinese food from the place we saw around the block."
"Okay, I'll walk there and grab it," I told them as I headed for the door.
"I'll come with you," Lucas and Leo spoke in unison. Hailey did a terrible job of suppressing her smile at their offer.
"No, it's fine. I want to be alone for a little while."
The air had a chill to it with the sun setting. It woke me up and made me feel something more than this numbness deep inside me. I held my arms as I walked, fighting the nip in the air. The sidewalks weren't as crowded here, making it a nice quiet walk. I chewed on my cheek as I thought about mom. What did she like to do, or where did she like to go? Had she been to this place before?
I opened the door, hearing a chime over my head as I did. The workers behind the counter greeted me in unison. I gave them a small smile and a curt nod as I made my way to the counter and looked over their takeout menu. I was so lost in thought I hadn't noticed a man approaching me.
