Is this destiny?

~ Los Angeles, LA Medical Center ~

Friday

4:20 PM

Ron and Zula reached the top floor office of the rehabilitation center.

"Come on in…" Emma welcomed Ron and Zula into her office.

Since she is the director, she has her office. It is spacious with wonderful views, worthy of a director.

"What is this about?" Emma asked when Ron and Zula took their seats.

Zula was embarrassed, and she regretted the idea for Ron to join her for this appointment. But then she remembered Sarah\'s words that they are together, a team, and that her contraception is something that relates to the both of them... because if not for Ron, she would not be here.

Zula told Emma that it\'s about contraception and she was pleasantly surprised that Emma didn\'t make a big deal out of it. She told her about various options, and at the end recommended that based on Zula\'s age she should think between an injection which is given every two weeks, and a pill which is taken daily.

"They are the least invasive things a woman can do to prevent unwanted pregnancy. And the risk of complications related to any future pregnancy is almost non-existent."

Emma explained how the injection is a strong dose of hormones that prevents ovulation, while pills are a milder dose and that is why they need to be taken daily.

Zula decided on a pill.

"Did you take something so far?" Emma asked.

Zula\'s eyes widened and she was super-uncomfortable, but she had to respond. "I took the morning-after pill. This morning."

Emma showed her professional soothing smile. "Don\'t worry about it. It happens."

Zula blinked. "Really?"

Emma nodded and bent over her desk, closer to Zula. She spoke in a half-whisper: "Actually, it happened to me. When I slept with Charlie for the first time, both of us were too caught up in the moment to think about protection. First thing in the morning, Charlie sent someone to fetch them for me."

Emma leaned back in her chair and continued in a normal voice: "Don\'t be too hard on yourself. Things happen. What\'s important is that we learn and do our best not to repeat the mishaps. And that is why you are here. I am glad that Ron is here as well, so that he is also aware of everything you are doing for your relationship."

Ron lifted his chin proudly and took Zula\'s hand in his. Yup, he is here for Zula and he is doing his part of supporting her.

Zula relaxed. Knowing that Emma had almost the same experience made her feel less awkward.

"I will write you a prescription and you can pick it up on your way home." Emma told Zula and then explained about the pill, how to take it, and what to expect.

"I am glad that both of you are here." Emma told Ron and Zula when they ended their talk about contraception. "I have a thing coming up and I was hoping that the two of you can help me out."

Ron and Zula exchanged glances before looking at Emma expectantly.

"I mentioned this to Sarah and Aiden, and they told me to talk to you directly so that you can ask me any questions you might have. If you don\'t like the idea, our talk ends here. However, if you agree to it, then you should discuss it with Sarah and Aiden." Emma gave an introduction before going to the main topic.

"In two weeks, there will be a party hosted by the Smith family. I will be there with Charlie and four Charlie\'s bodyguards, but bodyguards are not allowed inside the venue. I would like the two of you to come as guests. Charlie can arrange for Ron to attend with his identity of young Mr. Heine, the heir of Heinelurgy."

"What is the purpose of us coming?" Ron asked with a frown. He doesn\'t like to be associated with his father.

"The Smith family is ruthless, and I believe that I will be in danger. They will not dare to act against Charlie because of his position, however, I am seen as his weakness. Because of Charlie, no one will do anything openly, but I suspect that they will try to harm me secretly. Your task will be to watch over me."

Emma saw that Ron and Zula are thinking, and she added: "Let me know when you decide if you want to do this or not. It is on Saturday, two weeks from now, and it will take your afternoon and evening. The sooner you decide, the more time we will have to get ready. Charlie will provide you with the list of guests, and if they are confirmed as friendly or hostile, and I will let you know if I had contact with any of them previously. Out of the people you know… Anna and Jeff might make an appearance, depending on Anna\'s recuperation. Sarah and Aiden didn\'t decide if they will join. Sophia, Felix, Ellie, and Jasper are on the guestlist, and so are Jeff\'s and Aiden\'s parents. Jarred and my mom will be there. Do you have any questions at this time?"

"Why us?" Zula asked. She noticed that Ron does not like to be introduced as young Mr. Heine.

"We need someone who can join as a guest. Someone who is not known in the circle to attract attention, yet to have status high enough to be invited. The two of you are perfect. A young couple, who will not be seen as a threat."

Ron thought about Emma\'s words. "Not seen as a threat? You want them to believe that you are not protected so that they can make a move against you?"

Emma pursed her lips. "They will make a move sooner or later. I would rather that they do it when I have someone reliable watching my back."

Zula liked that Emma called them reliable. "Do you have any leads?"

"Nothing specific. But the Smith family is large, and they are all hungry for power. Whatever they are planning will not be a simple elimination. They will probably try to get me to embarrass myself in order to drag Charlie\'s image down. I have two extra gowns prepared in case they end up staining or ripping the one I\'m wearing."

Emma sighed while remembering the first party she attended with Charlie, and how her perfect gown was ruined by a bunch of jealous women when they spilled wine on it. Well, the good part is that due to that she ended up with a rehabilitation center. And that was the night when Charlie confessed his love to her.

Despite the ruined dress, Emma remembers that night with a smile on her face. Mostly due to what happened after the party in Charlie\'s villa.

Zula thought that they are done here. "OK. We will talk about it and let you know by…" Zula looked at Ron. "Sunday?"

Ron nodded in agreement and clarified: "We are going to spend a day in Disneyland tomorrow, so we will make sure to finalize things on our end tonight and on Sunday."

Emma said how that is perfect. She wished them a good time tomorrow and escorted them out of her office.

"Disneyland… sounds fun." Emma murmured while getting her phone. Lately, she and Charlie are busy with work and all the dangers and she would like to relax. \'Maybe we could go to an amusement park\', Emma mused.

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