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"What do you mean she asked you to take over the restaurant permanently?" Chris asked her bewildered. The boys couldn't believe what Ella had just said. "I thought things were going okay with the restaurant?" Sebastian says, confused.
"They are, it's just that she told me she can't handle it anymore. She's getting older and now that my grandfather is gone, it's getting harder for her to keep up with it and maintain it all on her own" Ella sighs, rubbing her temples. "So what are you going to do?" Anthony asked the million dollar question. By now they had moved into the restaurant and were now seated in a booth.
"I feel bad and if it were at any other moment I would say yes, but—" Ella stops talking as she looks down at her hands. "But what?"
"But it's not what I want. I don't want to be tied down to owning and running the restaurant when it's not something I want to do. I'd hate to see the restaurant close but I can't spend the rest of my life working a job that isn't for me. It's not fair to me"
"So what is it that you really want to do?" Anthony asks her as he shifts in his seat. Ella looks over at Chris, knowing he's the only person to know what she really wants to do. Ella clears her throat as she tries to change the subject, "So do you guys know what you're going to order?"
"Ella?! I asked you a question" Anthony looks at her, waiting for her to make eye contact with him. She continues to look around the restaurant trying her best to not make eye contact with Anthony. She didn't know why she was so against having people not know what she wanted to do. Maybe it was because everyone around her always told her it was an unrealistic profession. Or maybe it was because people told her that there are thousands of individuals out there that have the same dream as her and are more qualified than she is. Whatever it was, she was too afraid to let people know.
She knew deep down inside she was being stupid. She knew that these people were her family and that they wouldn't judge her, but she couldn't help but question if they would. "Ella" Anthony repeated softly. He grabs her hand in his own as he persuades her to look at him, "You can tell us. We won't judge you"
Ella finally made eye contact with Anthony and Sebastian as she took a deep breath, "An actress. I want to be an actress". Anthony let's go of Ella's hand and looks at her in shock. Ella began to overthink their silence, regretting ever telling them. "Are you serious? Ella! That's absolutely amazing. Chris, Seb, we've got to find her a role" Anthony gushes as he slaps Sebastian on the chest. Sebastian grunts as he massages the sore spot before looking at Ella, "That's amazing, Ella. Why were you so afraid to tell us?".
"I was always told it was an unrealistic job and that there were plenty of people who had the same dream who were much more qualified than I was. After that I guess I pushed that profession to the back of my mind and tried to burry it with different types of jobs. Every single job I've ever had has never felt right. Sure, it helped me pay the bills and keep a roof over my head, but they were never enough to satisfy me" Ella answered as she noticed a waiter making his way towards them. The four of them grew quiet as the waiter asked them what they wanted. After placing in their orders, they resumed their conversation.
"There's absolutely nothing to be afraid of, Ella. You're amazing at everything you do and I'm sure you're just as amazing at acting. We can call up a few people and get you some auditions, and then we'll take it from there" Sebastian informs her, smiling at her. "Are you guys sure about this? I wouldn't want you guys to get the impression that I'm using you guys to gain fame and start a career".
"Are you kidding me? We would never think you'd do that. We know what kind of person you are and we know how hard you work. For once in your life, sit back and relax and let us handle the rest of it, okay?" Chris smiles at Ella, kissing her hand. "Okay. Thank you guys".
Sebastian shakes his head, his eyes getting watery, "There's no need to thank us, Ella. You've done far more for us. You've become such an important part in all of our lives and we can't thank you enough for coming into our lives when we least expected it. You deserve this Ella, you deserve everything good that this world has to offer". Anthony and Chris nod their heads in agreement as Ella wipes away a few stray tears that managed to escape her eyes. "Whatever decision you make, whether you decided to act, take over the restaurant, or whatever your heart desires you to do, just know, we're here for you and we support you, always"
"I love you guys. I couldn't have imagined my life being the way it is now. I'm forever grateful for it all"
"Group hug!" Chris yells as they all stand up to huddle in a circle. People around them gave them odd looks, not understanding what was going on, but the four of them didn't care. They loved each other more than anything and they just wanted what was best for each other.
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Oh my goodness!!! Meant To Be has just reached 6k reads! I can't even behind to describe how happy I am. I can't believe how fast this story is growing but I'm so so grateful for all of you. To see people actually reading my story and enjoying it is something that amazes me beyond belief. I try my best to make these chapters as entertaining and interesting as possible and I know that this story hasn't really broadcasted Ella and Chris' relationship that much but I promise that the upcoming chapters will solely focus on them two. I just don't want this story to be rushed and have things escalate too quickly. That's unrealistic and messy and that's not my style. Anyways I hope you enjoyed this chapter. Again, thank you so much for all the support. It doesn't go unnoticed 💛 ~Sabrina
