Loving Madeline

​ Madeline's POV

I was smiling from ear to ear as I made my way to the staff room, and I was shocked when one of the servers handed me a uniform, and I couldn't believe the plastic had my name on it, and I realized it was my old uniform.

"Welcome back, Ms. Madeline. Lydia told us; one day, you will visit here, and you will be looking for your uniform, she mentioned you already gave birth to your son, but you still looked like you were single to me." She declared, and I blushed.

"Thank you, Sherly," I replied after I read her name on the nameplate on her chest.

"You are welcome," she replied with a friendly smile before I turned my heels and made my way to the dressing room. I put on my old uniform, and I smiled as I looked at my reflection in the mirror.

I couldn't believe the uniform still suited me; only this time, my butt and chest were more emphasized. I loved every curve of my body; I couldn't stop thinking about Hunter and the way he looked at me every time I was naked in front of him.

I couldn't deny I missed how my husband touched and kissed every part of my body. I wanted to see my Hunter. But I know I couldn't since I was on a mission. I already sent him a quick message through my iPhone, which I left at my grandpa's castle, and I will compose the news, and aunt Francine will send it to him through my number.

He will know where I am because we shared our location with each other. I am glad my husband was busy, and he doesn't have time to make a video call as of the moment, but I already told aunt Francine what to do if ever he will try to call me through video call.

I am aware after the funeral, and Hunter would find time to see our son and me through video call; that is why aunt Francine keeps sending Hunter pictures of our little boy every day. But I could tell by then he would know I was here in Archois.

Tomorrow I need to start activating my plan, and I need to see Calixto. I know I could always count on him, even if he was loyal to Hunter; I could tell he cared about me more than he does with Hunter.

"Are you ready?" Sherly asked me after I got out of the dressing room.

"Yeah, I am so ready," I responded, and she looked at me from head to toe.

"This is so unfair, Lydia kept that uniform for many years, yet it still looked so good on you; you looked great in that skirt and blouse, Maddie." She stated, and I blushed again.

I walked back to the main restaurant to take their orders after I picked up the pen and order slip from the counter. It felt like I was eighteen years old again as I smiled and strode toward them.

"Wow! You still looked the same, Madeline, and it seemed like you never aged at all." Lydia said with amusement on her face as she looked at me.

"Thank you," I replied, and I felt conscious as I realized all eyes were on me.

"Well, enough for the compliments, I am Maddie, and I am here to take your orders," I declared, and I couldn't stop feeling conscious as my eyes darted at Jack.

I knew he now loved my best friend, but I could tell he was looking at me in the same

manner when I was still eighteen, and I felt glad Gina didn't notice as she gazed at me.

I became busy scribbling their orders, and I furrowed my forehead when they mentioned an unfamiliar menu, and I realized I had been gone for how many years.

For sure, they had already changed some of their menus. I still felt glad there was still food I was familiar with, and I felt so excited as I turned around and went to the kitchen.

"You?" I was surprised when I found Jack standing at the kitchen counter, smiling at me.

"I am the chef for today," he responded, and I couldn't stop laughing.

"You better stay in the kitchen and didn't join them," I said, and he shook his head.

"And missed greeting you and Gina? I am happy to see you here again, Madeline." He responded as his face turned serious.

"Thank you, Jack; it felt like I was back in time. I felt so happy to be back here; the memories I had here in Magnolia were among the beautiful memories I kept in my heart," I replied, and he smiled as he looked at my face.

"Yeah, I know," he responded, and he let out a soft sigh before he took the piece of paper from me.

"You should go back in there and join them," he said, and I nodded.

"I want you to join us at the table, Jack. Gina would love it; don't you have any staff who can cook for us?" I asked, and he shook his head.

"Don't worry, I will make it quick; I wanted to cook for you, Madeline; besides, my girl requested I should cook for you," he said, and I smiled when I found him blushing, and it felt so wonderful to hear Jack refer my best friend as his girl.

"Thank you, Jack; I couldn't wait to eat," I said and giggled.

"Okay, I needed to cook now, Madeline," he replied.

"Of course, I should head back to the table," I said.

"You don't need to carry and serve the food, Maddie; Sherly will be the one to do it," he responded.

"Copy on that, chef," I stated, and Jack chuckled, smiling like an idiot as I walked towards the main restaurant, and I couldn't wait to be alone and Gina and tell her that Jack was now head over heels for her.

I realized the way he looked at me a while ago was only admiration, and there was nothing more about it, and I felt guilty for thinking otherwise.

I knew Jack was a good guy, and when he committed himself to Gina, he was sure about it, and I realized my best friend was so lucky to have him, and I felt so happy for them.

I wished Jack would propose to Gina in the near future since I couldn't wait for them to build their own family, even if it meant I would be separated from Gina since she had to leave Neospoli and be with Jack.

I was holding the order booklet and pen, and I was about to return it to the cashier's counter when I heard a familiar voice, and I stopped in my tracks while I could feel my heart pounding so hard against my chest.

"Calixto, Hunter, this is a surprise! Allow us to offer our condolences to you and the entire family. I am deeply sorry for your loss," Lydia said louder than necessary, and I could tell she did it on purpose so that I would know she was talking to my husband and Cal.

I could tell Gina must tell them before Hunter and Calixto arrived that I came back without my husband's knowledge since I planned to surprise him, which was our agreed reason.

Before we left Neospoli, we brainstormed about possible scenarios, and I couldn't believe we would encounter it right away before our first day was over, and I felt so confused about what to do.

I wanted to hear my husband's voice, so I stayed where I was. I hide on the wall between the customer area and the hallway leading to the kitchen.

"Thank you, I had a busy day, and I will be busier in the coming days; but I couldn't stop thinking about coming here to meet you, Lydia, and I wanted to surprise you since I know my wife would love it, and I couldn't wait to call my wife and tell her we are here," Hunter responded and my nervousness hightened.

"I was surprised to see you, Gina; I didn't know you were here." He added.

"I am sorry, I was too insensitive, and I almost forgot; Jack is your boyfriend, and it would be expected you have to see him from time to time." He continued.

"I apologize, Hunter, you are my boss, and I should have told you I am coming to meet Jack since I miss him so much." My best friend responded.

Even if I felt so worried that my husband would find out that I was here with Gina, I couldn't stop shaking my head and felt so amused as I listened to Gina talking with my husband. I was holding my breath as I waited for Hunter's following words.

"Don't worry, Gina, I understand, being in love is a wonderful feeling, and I could tell my wife felt so excited and thrilled when you told her you were coming here to Magnolia village." Hunter declared.

"Yes, she was ecstatic, but please, don't tell Madeline we've met; she would feel upset; you know how much your wife wanted to come with you. Not unless we are back in Neospoli." My best friend responded.

"I think it would be best if you should not make any video calls because she will be more upset, I know she was texting you, but Maddie avoided calling you because she couldn't stop from missing Archois city, and most especially the Magnolia village," Gina added.

"Thank you, Gina, I felt terrible that I didn't bring her with me, but you know the reason why, and I hope you understand, I love her so much, and I don't want my wife to get hurt," Hunter responded.

"I love you too, Hunter." I couldn't stop from mumbling as I slowly turned around and went back to the kitchen. I wanted to clap my hands at Gina for telling Hunter not to call me.

I felt so guilty that I tricked and lied to my husband, but I needed to do this to stop Clark from doing further damage, and I am sure Hunter would understand; I was hoping everything would turn out according to our plans so that we can finally found peace and free from fears.