A HEART REPLACED chapter Thirty
She opens the door and there he is , looking handsome and all ,he smiles,she mile back.“Hey babe,” he pulls her close to him, “I missed you,” he runs his finger on her cheek and she melts. He tilts her head up so that she looks at him. Her heart rate has accelerated and ,He brings his lips closer to hers and she involuntarily close her eyes when they crush with hers in a hungry passionate kiss. She moans into his mouth. He picks her up and takes her to the couch. He slowly puts her on the couch, keeping the kiss going. She helps him loosen his tie and get rid of it, followed by his shirt. She go for his belt, and, his hands find her titties and tease them. She pull down his trousers together with his boxer briefs and she naughtyly smiles as his ******** springs free.
She run her hand on his hard manhood and feel her clit throbbing, yearning for friction. As if he senses how much she missed him, he literally tears shorts dress off.
“Iphi I panty mama?,” he smiles while finger touches her soft and sensitive area.
“i..I didn't put them on,” he teases her clit with his thumb and earns a moan in the process. She arcs her back, a sign that she want more friction but he seems to enjoy torturing her slowly.
“Mkhuseli please,” ,he smirks staring at her eyes deep.
“Please what, love?” his whisper ,his voice makes her want him and now.
“I want you, please baby,” He kisses her while his thumb continue torturing her.
His head tip is at her entrance when he pushes it inside ,she arch her back forcing him to go deeper......
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They're both reclining on the bed, catching their breath. He gently kisses the back of her shoulder.
“I've missed you so much,” he whispers.
“I've missed you too, love. How was your business trip?” she asks, turning to face him.
“It was amazing, my love. I wish you could've joined me,” he says, pouting playfully. She chuckles.
“You know I couldn't, work got in the way.”
“I know, but you would've made time for me, and I would've loved that,” he teases, kissing her forehead. She chuckles smiling..
“Let's shower, we must smell awful,” she jokes.
“Really? Come here, let me decide for myself,” he says, tickling her as he gets on top of her. They both burst out laughing. It's been a wonderful year and 6 months for them, and their love remains strong. Despite life's ups and downs, they hold on to each other tightly. Mkhuseli proposed a few months ago, and Nonhlakanipho said yes. Why? Because he's her happy place, just as she is his.
“Hey, love, how's Cebisile doing after everything that happened?” she asks, as they both moisturize their bodies after stepping out of the shower.
“He's doing better than I thought he would, but I still think he needs professional help. He's just too stubborn to accept it,” he says, letting out a sigh.
“Don't worry, love, he'll come around eventually. Right now, he's probably afraid to show vulnerability,” she says, trying to reassure him.
“But I don't get it, Cebi's my friend too, and he's seen me at my weakest. Haven't I proven that I'm someone he can trust with his secrets?”
“It's not that simple, love. This is a different kind of struggle for him. Try to see things from his perspective,” he says, nodding in understanding. But he can't help feeling frustrated that Cebi didn't speak up sooner.
How does one allow someone abuse them like that and not reach out for help? he thinks to himself. But he vows to himself that when he finds the person who did his friend like that ,he is going to make them pay dearly.
“By the way, love, your mom mentioned we need to swing by tomorrow. They've got something to share with us,”she says, settling into the armchair.
“Hmm, that's intriguing. I wonder what's on their minds,” he replies.
“I'm curious too, and speaking of which, you didn't fill me in on all the juicy details from your business trip,”
“I'm starving, let's whip up something to eat while I give you the full rundown,” he suggests, taking her hand as they head out of the room together.
As they enter the kitchen, he begins to recount his adventures on the business trip, sharing stories of challenging meetings and triumphant deals. She listens intently, asking questions and giggling at his impressions of their colleagues. Meanwhile, they work together to prepare a simple yet satisfying meal, their hands touching as they chop vegetables and stir the pot. The warm glow of the kitchen lights and the aroma of cooking food create a cozy atmosphere, making them feel grateful for this quiet moment together. Once they sit down to eat, he takes her hand again, looking into her eyes.
“Thank you ,”he says, his voice filled with affection. She smiles, squeezing his hand.
“for what love?”
“Thank you for loving me, for being my rock, and for giving me a new beginning in my life’s story,” he says, his voice filled with emotion.
“You’ve healed my broken heart with your love.”
She teases, “Are you trying to make me cry while we’re eating? Stop being so sentimental!” But then adds, “I’m also grateful for you being an amazing fiancé and for loving me despite my quirks and occasional stubbornness.” He agrees,
“That’s very true!”
She frowns, on the verge of tears,
“So, I’m really that annoying?”
He quickly reassures her, “No, no, my love, you’re not annoying at all! I’m sorry if I made you think that.” He wipes away her tears and kisses her cheeks.
“I love you, okay?” She nods, smiling,
“I love you too.”
He chuckles back, “Now, let’s eat before our food gets cold.” He feeds her a bite, and they continue their meal together....
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MKHUSELI'S POV
Saturday morning has arrived, and he's already up and about, busy preparing a scrumptious breakfast for his beloved fiancée. Nonhlakanipho's culinary guidance has transformed him into a skilled cook, and he can't help but beam with pride as he carefully prepares a breakfast tray for her. He gently places the steaming cups of coffee and two delectable plates of food on the tray, then makes his way to their cozy bedroom.
“Love, wake up!” he whispers, gently shaking her awake. She murmurs incoherently,
“Mhhh...”
“Come on, love, rise and shine! Breakfast is ready, and I've made your favorite,” he encourages.
She groggily responds, “I'm not hungry, Mkhuseli, please let me sleep.”
He persists, “It's already 10 am, love. Time to wake up and start the day!”
She finally relents,
“Okay, fine. Give me 10 minutes.” He knows that 10 minutes will likely turn into an hour, so he playfully pulls the blanket off her. She sits up, feigning annoyance,
“Mkhuseli!”
He teases, “That's my name, love! What's with you and sleeping these days? You're becoming inseparable!”
She rolls her eyes and asks for her plate, saying, “Sleeping is free, okay? Pass me my food, I'm starving!”
They savor their breakfast together, enjoying each other's company.
Afterward, they indulge in a romantic shower, making love and cherishing every moment. With their hearts full and their bellies satisfied, they get dressed, ready to visit Mkhuseli's parents' house.
They are finally departing from their residence around 13:00, after Nonhlakanipho keeps changing her outfit repeatedly, culminating in an emotional outburst at the door. She bursts into tears, declaring her outfit “ugly”, leaving Mkhuseli wondering if it's all worth it. Despite her being a “big baby” about it, he finds it endearing. The three-hour drive to his parents' new home is filled with Nonhlakanipho's peaceful slumber, while Mkhuseli drives, enjoying the quiet time. Upon arrival, he gently wakes her, saying, “Love, we're here, wake up.” She wakes up crying, and Mkhuseli apologizes, unsure what he's apologizing for, but willing to make her feel better.
“You always ruin my sleep, Mkhuseli,” she complains, her voice laced with a mix of sadness and frustration. He promises to let her continue sleeping once they're inside, and she nods, allowing him to capture her lips before helping her out of the car. He kisses her cheeks, admiring her beauty, even when she wakes up without bathing - a true testament to her natural charm.
Qhawe's voice booms, “Look who's here!” and the family gathers to greet them, their faces filled with warmth and love. Mkhuseli and Nonhlakanipho exchange afternoon greetings with his family, their voices filled with excitement and joy. MaMbatha teases, “Makoti, you've gained weight! What is my son feeding you?” Mkhuseli smiles, knowing she's gained in all the right places, and her beauty radiates from within. Mbatha welcomes them, and they head to the living room, where dinner awaits, a delicious spread prepared .
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Mr. Mbatha rises from his seat after the cleaners have cleared the table following dinner.
“My lovely family, I want to express my gratitude for joining us tonight, even though Khulekani and his wife couldn’t make it, as they’re still savoring their family getaway,” he begins.
“The reason we gathered you all here is that your mother and I have been contemplating something for a year, and we’ve finally made the decision to relocate back to our rural hometown, where we both originated from,” he announces. “What? But why, Baba?” Qhawe asks, surprised.
“We’ve decided that luxury living is no longer for us; we want to spend our golden years in a more peaceful setting,” he explains, prompting laughter from the family.
“So, we hope you all will look out for one another while we’re away, stay close.”
Mkhuseli responds, “It seems you’ve made up your minds, so there’s nothing we can do to change them.” Mr. Mbatha nods in agreement, as does his wife.
“Don’t worry, Baba, I’m here as the older son, and I’ll ensure we always have each other’s backs as siblings.”,Qhawe says as he is always ready to talk nonsense older son his foot...
The family's joyful gathering is disrupted when Nonhlakanipho suddenly collapses while getting up to fetch water. Mkhuseli swiftly responds, rushing to her side to offer assistance. Despite Qhawe's efforts to revive her with a glass of water, she remains unresponsive. Mkhuseli's voice trembles with concern as he instructs, “Prepare the car, we're taking her to the hospital!” He gently scoops her up and hurries out to the waiting vehicle, where Qhawe drives recklessly to the hospital. Mkhuseli's mind races with worry, wondering what could be wrong with Nonhlakanipho, as she had shown no signs of illness. Upon arrival, Qhawe parks the car, and the brothers rush inside with Nonhlakanipho, where two nurses promptly assist them in transporting her to a ward.
After an excruciating wait, a doctor finally emerges from the ward, prompting Mkhuseli to anxiously inquire,
“Doctor, how’s my fiancée? Is she okay? What could have caused her to faint?”
The doctor’s reassuring response, “Relax, Mr. Mbatha, your fiancée is perfectly fine,” brings a sigh of relief from Mkhuseli. The doctor continues, “I’m still awaiting test results, but you can visit her now. I’ll return shortly.”
Mkhuseli and Qhawe enter the ward, where Mkhuseli tenderly kisses his sleeping fiancée, saying,
“Thank God you’re okay, love.” he whispers to himself brushing her hair.
Qhawe asks, “You were scared, weren’t you?” Mkhuseli nods, admitting he was more than scared, and confesses
, “I was scared, I was really scared, Bafo,” gazing at Nonhlakanipho’s peaceful face.
After a brief moment, Nonhlakanipho awakens, and Mkhuseli helps her sit up, asking,
“Love, you’re awake. You really scared me. Are you okay? Does it hurt anywhere?”
She smiles, “I’m perfectly fine, babe. Come on.”
Qhawe teases,
“That’s what the doctor said too, but your fiancé here is too scared,” prompting Mkhuseli to give him a stern glance.
Mr. and Mrs. Mbatha enter with a doctor, who says, “Good evening, everyone. I see my patient is awake.” Nonhlakanipho inquires, “What caused me to faint? I drink water and I’m healthy, I’m sure.”
The doctor reveals, “Thats true Ma'am you are healthy,the reason you fainted is because..You’re 14 weeks pregnant.” The room falls silent, with everyone exclaiming,
“What?” in unison, shocked by the unexpected news.
“Are you serious, Doctor?” Nonhlakanipho asks, incredulous, “How can this be? I didn’t even suspect I was pregnant!”
The doctor confirms, “Yes, I’m absolutely sure. I’ve run two tests, and the results are the same - you’re 14 weeks pregnant! Congratulations!” He beams, before exiting the room to give them space to celebrate.
Mkhuseli showers Nonhlakanipho with kisses, exclaiming,
“Wow, love, thank you so much! This is the best news ever!” Mbatha and his wife join in the celebration, beaming with joy.
“Makoti, we’re over the moon! We’ve been waiting for this moment for so long,” Mbatha says, his happiness evident. Nonhlakanipho remains in disbelief, “I still can’t believe it... I didn’t experience any symptoms... How did I not know?” Mkhuseli chuckles, “Well, it makes sense, considering you’ve been sleeping a lot and crying all the time!”
MaMbatha teases, “Oh, so you’ve been a crybaby all this time, huh?”
They all share a hearty laugh. Mkhuseli expresses his gratitude, “Thank you so much, love. You don’t know how happy I am right now... I’m going to be a father! I love you so much, Nonhlakanipho.” Nonhlakanipho’s emotions overflow,
“I love you too, love.” They share a tender kiss, before Mkhuseli pulls back, remembering they’re not alone.
“We’re still here!” MaMbatha reminds them, prompting another round of laughter. Mkhuseli smiles, “You’ve really replaced a heart in my heart,” and kisses Nonhlakanipho’s hands, overcome with emotion...
The end!
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