Trapped In Her Heart

"Don't think about that, what mom has done is unacceptable. I will never be okay with how she has treated your parents." When Ellie did not say anything, Sebastian added, "But for now, we don't have to worry about anything. We are going to Seattle to spend time with your parents and have some fun. We will only do that, we will stay there as long as you want." 

"What about work? Melissa was telling me everything is messy in the office." Looking at him, she inquired, "What exactly happened after I left?" 

Hesitated for a while, he answered, "Well, nothing much actually." 

"Really?" she raised her brows. 

"Of course, what could possibly happen?" 

…..

Two days later. 

Seattle. 

Ellie's parents' place. 

"Seriously Seb? Why are you being so sly? Just admit that you are scared of bugs," Ellie chuckled. 

"Of course not, why would I be scared of anything?" Sebastian scoffed. When she raised her brows at him, he quickly justified himself. "It just jumped on my face all of a sudden so I got a little bit startled." 

Ringing the doorbell, she remarked, "Okay, after dinner, let's go to the garden and look for bugs." 

Widening his eyes in shock, he snapped, "Why on earth would anyone look for bugs? And that too after dinner?" 

Inching closer, Ellie smiled. "Then just admit that you are scared of them." 

Before Sebastian could say anything, Judith opened the door. "You both are here." Turning towards Ellie, she said, "Honey, you should go up and quickly change." 

Looking at her clothes, Ellie frowned, "Why? Are we going somewhere?" 

"No we are not—This girl, why do you ask so many questions? Can't you just listen to your mom and do what you have been told?" she sighed. 

"What happened Mrs Miller, you looked stressed. Is everything okay?" Sebastian inquired. 

"Oh Seb, why didn't you tell me earlier that your parents will be visiting us today?" Before Sebastian could say anything, she added, "I could have made preparations and welcome them properly but—" 

"Wait, Seb's parents are here?" 

When Ellie gave him a fierce look, Sebastian quickly defended himself. "I swear honey, I had no idea." 

"Alright now stop discussing this and come in." Looking at Ellie, she added, "El, go up and change your clothes first—" 

"I don't think there is a need for that, she looks perfect," Sebastian remarked. 

"But—" 

"You are worrying too much, please calm down and let me handle everything." When Judith nodded her head, Sebastian made his way towards the living room along with Ellie. 

When Ellie tightened her grip around his arm, Sebastian chuckled. "Now what are you worried about? Everything is normal and it will be so in the future as well." 

"I know but I am just—I wasn't expecting them to come here all of a sudden." 

"Hmm me neither." 

…..

Living room. 

"We apologize for dropping by without telling you Mr. Miller," Arthur remarked. 

"It's completely alright," Harry smiled before offering them some refreshments. 

Looking around, Arthur inquired, "I don't see Seb and Ellie, are they out?" 

"Yes, they wanted to take a walk in the park." Glancing at the watch, he added, "In fact, they should be here any minute now." 

Just then Ellie and Sebastian arrived. 

"Ah there they are, I was just asking about you two." When Ellie greeted them, Arthur smiled. "I hope you are okay now dear." 

"Yes sir, I am fine," she answered before giving Rebecca a weak smile. Though she was still uncomfortable and not okay with the way Rebecca had treated her parents, she didn't want to ignore or disrespect her. 

"When did you come to Seattle?" Sebastian asked his father before sitting right across him.

"A couple of hours ago." 

"Is uncle Sam and aunt Rosy also here?" 

"They will be here tomorrow, your mom and I came early because we wanted to come here and meet Ellie's parents." Turning towards Harry, Arthur explained, "I want to apologize for what happened a few days ago. What my wife did was not at all acceptable and also highly inappropriate." 

Without waiting for anyone's reply, he added, "I wanted to meet you both that day as well but I had to fly out of the country for some official business purpose. I am very disappointed with what has happened and I know nothing can fix it but I still wanted to come here and tell you how ashamed my family is for that incident." 

"You don't have to apologize Mr.Stewart, it's completely alright. In fact, we already forgot about it. I mean, what is the point talking about what happened in the past when it doesn't matter anymore," Judith remarked. 

"Judy is right, we just want the kids to be happy together," Harry added. 

Looking at Sebastian, Arthur raised his brows. "Do you have any idea how lucky you are?" 

"Of course I know I am lucky dad," Sebastian chuckled. 

Turning towards Rebecca who was quiet all the while, Arthur snapped, "Is there something you wanna say?" 

Awkwardly nodding her head, Rebecca reluctantly said, "I apologize for not showing up that day, I met some friends and forgot about the meeting." 

Smiling at her, Judith said, "It's alright." 

Just then Rebecca received a call from someone. "I need to take this." 

After she excused herself, Ellie remarked. "Dad, why don't take sir and show him that plant? Maybe he can give you some tips." 

"I love plants, how did you know that?" Arthur inquired. 

Wrapping his arms around Ellie's shoulder, Sebastian grinned, "You see, El is doing her homework." 

"I am highly impressed." Looking at Harry, he asked, "And what plant are we talking about here?" 

"It's a Bonsai I bought last month, it's condition isn't that good. No matter what I do, there is no improvement," Harry explained. 

"Ah let's go and have a look then, maybe my little knowledge will help us save it." 

After Harry and Arthur left, Judith said, "You kids should go and freshen up, I will start preparing dinner now." 

….