Chapter 898 Everyone Makes Mistakes

Chapter 898 Everyone Makes Mistakes

Tom remained on the balcony after his phone call with Harry, his mind a whirlwind of thoughts and emotions. The conversation with Harry left him heavy-hearted and worried about Jade.

Instead of heading back inside, he leaned against the railing of the balcony, the cool night air brushing against his skin as he pulled out his phone again.

He stared at it for a moment before dialing Jade's number. He needed to hear from her and know how she was doing, and to also understand what had driven her to such a drastic misunderstanding.

The phone rang several times before Jade answered, her voice shaky and filled with sorrow. "Tom?"

"Hey," Tom began softly, trying to keep his voice steady. "I just spoke with Harry. He told me what happened. I wanted to hear from you, to know how you're doing."

At his words, Jade broke down, her sobs echoing through the phone. "I'm so sorry, Tom. I messed everything up. I was so stupid. I messed up so badly."

Tom's heart ached for her. "Jade, it's okay. You don't have to be sorry to me. It's going to be okay. Stop crying," he said softly.

"I was so stupid," Jade cried. "I let my insecurities get the best of me. I saw that text from the event planner and jumped to conclusions. I didn't even give Harry a chance to explain. I ruined all his plans and efforts without even knowing. I ruined our vacation."

Tom's heart ached for his sister. He wished he could be there to comfort her in person. "It's okay, Jade. It's going to be okay. Take a deep breath. You didn't mess up beyond repair. These things happen. We can work through this together. Why didn't you tell me what was going on earlier? I could have helped."

"I just wasn't thinking straight. I couldn't think past my suspicions and fear. I don't know what is wrong with me. God knows I'm trying, but it's just like my brain ceases to function when it's most important, and now I hurt Harry. I can't imagine how disappointed and hurt he must be," she cried.

Tom sighed, feeling a mix of frustration and sympathy. "Jade, we all have our moments. But you need to talk to someone about this. You can't keep letting your past control your present. It's affecting your relationship and your happiness."

Jade sniffled, trying to compose herself. "I know, Tom. I need help. I know it. I just don't know where to start."

"We'll figure it out together," Tom assured her. "Come back home. We'll find a therapist and start working on this. You don't have to go through this alone."

Jade's voice wavered with gratitude and despair. "I don't know what to do, Tom. I'm so scared."

Tom's voice softened, filled with brotherly love and concern. "I know you are, Jade. But you're not alone. We're here for you."

"What if I end up losing him? What if he decides he no longer wants me after all of this?" Jade asked fearfully.

"You won't. Harry loves you and he will always want you. And that is why you need to focus on getting help. You're smart, Jade. One of the smartest women I know. All you need is a little professional help, and you will be fine," Tom said softly.

"Okay," Jade said, her voice trembling. "I'll be back tomorrow. He wants us to leave tomorrow instead of next."

"That's okay. I will pick you up from the airport tomorrow. Just focus on getting through tonight. Try to get some rest," Tom said gently. "We'll handle everything else when you get here," Tom promised.

"Thank you, Tom. Thank you. And I'm sorry," Jade cried.

"You'll be fine. And don't forget that I am here for you, and I love you. Never forget it," Tom said softly before hanging up.

After hanging up with Jade, Tom immediately dialed Bryan's number. Bryan picked up on the third ring. "Hey, Tom. What's up?"

"I just talked to Harry and Jade. The engagement is off," Tom said, his voice heavy with the weight of the situation.

Bryan's tone shifted to one of concern. "What happened? Did something happen again? I thought everything was going smoothly between them now?"

"Not really," Tom admitted. He proceeded to explain the entire situation of Jade's misunderstanding and the resulting fallout.

Bryan listened intently, his voice filled with worry when he spoke again. "That's rough. Poor Jade. I hate seeing her go through this. And Harry too. They both must be feeling terrible."

"They are," Tom said, running a hand through his hair. "Jade's a mess. She knows she needs help, and Harry's willing to wait for her, but this is a huge wake-up call."

"Yeah, it sounds like it," Bryan agreed. "What can we do to help?"

"Harry mentioned a therapist," Tom said. "I will check them out and see if they're a good fit for Jade. She needs to start therapy as soon as possible. And they are returning tomorrow. I will go over to pick her up..."

"I will come with you. Maybe you can come over to pick me up. Lucy can stay with Sonia while we go get Jade together," Bryan suggested and Tom nodded.

"Yeah. I think that's a good idea."

Jade sniffled, trying to regain her composure. "I don't know what to do, Bryan. I feel so lost and scared."

"You don't have to figure it all out right now. And why do you feel lost and scared when you have two big brothers? We will find you if you're lost, and we will protect you from whatever you're scared of," Bryan said gently.

"When you get back, we will figure out everything together. So, can you stop crying?"

Jade took a shaky breath. "I'll try. Thank you, Bryan," Jade whispered.

"You don't have to thank me," Bryan said. "We're family. We're here for each other, no matter what. And Jade, would you like to talk to Dad? Sometimes he has a way of making things clearer."

Jade hesitated for a moment. "Yes, I think that might help. But how can I reach him? I don't even know where they are right now."

"I will text you the number they sent me in case of emergencies," Bryan said, and after hanging up, he quickly sent Jade the number, feeling a sense of relief that she was willing to talk to their dad.

He hoped their father's wisdom and straightforward nature would help Jade find some clarity and peace.

Jade stared at the number on her phone for a moment before dialing the number. After a few rings, she heard her mother's voice.

"Hello?" Evelyn answered, her tone cautious.

"Mom," Jade said, her voice breaking. "It's Jade."

Evelyn's voice immediately filled with concern. "Jade, what's wrong? Why do you sound like you've been crying?"

Jade took a deep breath, trying to steady herself. "I need to talk to Dad. Please, can you put him on the phone?"

Evelyn hesitated, clearly worried, but she didn't press for more information. "Of course, sweetheart. Hold on."

There was a brief pause, and then Jade heard her father's voice. "Hey, baby, what's going on? Have you been crying?" He asked, since he had heard Evelyn say she sounded like she was crying.

The sound of her father's voice broke something inside her, and she began to cry uncontrollably. "Daddy!" She cried.

Desmond's voice was calm and steady. "Baby, take a deep breath. Tell me what happened."

Through her sobs, Jade recounted the entire story. Seeing them at the lounge, the text message, her insecurities, her confrontation with Harry, and the devastating fallout. She poured out her heart, her tears flowing freely.

When she finished, Desmond's voice was gentle but firm. "Harry is right to react the way he did and to put an end to things for the time being. You're not ready yet to be in a healthy relationship. You can't move into a new relationship while carrying all the baggage from the last. The baggage will take up all the room the relationship and make it toxic," Desmond said, and when Jade kept crying, he paused.

"Darling, are your tears going to fix this situation?" He asked calmly as though he was talking to a little girl.

Jade hiccuped, trying to catch her breath. "No, they won't."

"What is going to fix it?" Desmond asked, his tone insistent but compassionate.

Jade sniffled, "Getting help and changing for the better."

"That's right," Desmond said. "So, wipe those tears and focus on getting the help you need. You're smart, Jade. Push emotions aside and deal with this logically."

Jade nodded, even though he couldn't see her. "I will, Dad. I promise."

Desmond's voice softened. "Good. We all make mistakes, Jade. What matters is how we rise from them. You're strong, and you can get through this."

"Thank you, Dad," Jade whispered, feeling a sense of calm wash over her. "I'll do my best."

"I know you will," Desmond said. "Now, stop crying and put on your big girl pants."

"Okay," Jade said, feeling a renewed sense of determination as she brushed her tears away.

"I will put your mom on now," Desmond said before handing the phone to Evelyn who had been listening with concern.

"Your dad has said everything. Stop crying, alright? Everything will be fine. It will all work out eventually as long as you play your role. But don't do any of this for Harry's sake. Do it for yourself. For your peace and happiness, and for your self-confidence," she said, and after talking for some time they hung up.

After hanging up, Jade sat quietly for a moment, absorbing the conversations with her family.

She couldn't help but feel grateful for the unwavering support of her family. She was happy that she had them.