It's been a few weeks since their day date, and Atlas was pacing around the small living room in Evelyn's apartment, waiting for her to finish showering, so he could explain it all to her. His family, the man with the camera, and most importantly who Noah truly is. Yes, He remembers.
Instead of staying in the blue of it all, he contacted someone to do research on the number that texted Evelyn's phone a few weeks back. He got in touch with the person, who just so turned out to be Noah. He learnt everything from him that day, and he proved it with secrets and small details only he and a few others would've known. Even so, Atlas still couldn't forgive Noah for everything he did to Evelyn; The cheating, the disappearing, just not being there for her, he couldn't forgive Noah for any of that, but he could forgive Noah for disappearing on him, for running away because of his own guilt. He couldn't hold a grudge on someone who was doing the same as he was; hiding the truth and portraying a lie. After all, Atlas was adopted by a wealthy family, Noah grew up in the shadows, and though their parents knew each other, Atlas' biological parents didn't tell anyone they were struggling, their excuse for giving up one child of two was because they simply couldn't have handled two at once; stupid I know.
Evelyn came out the bathroom, initially shocked as she was instantly dragged by Atlas and forced to sit on the couch. "I need to tell you. If I keep this secret any longer I'm going to hurt us both, or I'm going to burst from the inside out." Atlas said frantically as Evelyn grabbed his hands in attempt to calm him. "Hey look, unless you're about to tell me you've cheated or that you're already married, I promise whatever you say can be worked through and discussed." She said with confidence and reassurance, calming his nerves enough for him to speak. "Ok. Ok. I'll just sum everything up and explain after." He said, looking into her eyes waiting for a response; She nodded her head and waited for him. "OK. First, Noah is my twin. Second of all, I'm the adopted son of DongGuk and YeongJa Lee, the current CEO of XXXX Company. Finally, I lost my memory in an accident when I was 15, hence why i didn't recognise Noah when he appeared on our first date over a year ago." Atlas spat out, almost slurring his words as he spoke.
Silence took over for a minute as Evelyn processed the information. Then she started with the questions, Atlas answering each one with 100 percent honesty. Then came THE question. "Who was the man with the camera?" She asked, sounding purely curious and not angry, like Atlas thought she'd be. Atlas sighed and then answered, "He's my Mother's assistant. My mother was nagging me about getting a girlfriend, and I told her I had one and she'd meet her soon. I guess she got impatient and had someone tail us so she could see pictures of you." Atlas said, running out of breath on his last word and collapsing backwards on the couch. Evelyn was more shocked and in disbelief than she was angry; in fact she was happy to know he had such caring parents, but she wasn't too happy about the twin fact, but she knew he wasn't like him. She knew he was different.
Atlas studied her face, not knowing what she was thinking or feeling, that was until she spoke. "So basically, I'm dating my Ex's twin brother, who just so happens to be adopted by a CEO and his wife, therefore making him a rich mans son?" She asked with complete shock, Atlas just awkwardly laughing with a nod. She hugged him tightly, smacking his arm lightly, "Yah! You idiot! What made you think my heart would change? Whether you were a rich mans son or an average office worker, my love for you will always be unconditional." She cried out into his shoulder. Atlas dug into his pocket, "So, what your saying is that this would be the perfect time to give you this?" He said with a smirk as he pulled her up to her feet, him pulling out the box from his pocket.
He placed one knee on the floor and opened the box; there sat a simple, yet intricate and beautiful, ring. "Choi HyeJin, Evelyn, I'm here in front of you now with what was initially a promise ring, but today it is much more. I'm asking you, with love from deeper than any place known, Will you marry me?" Atlas choked out through tears, Evelyn's hand shaking as she held it out, crying uncontrollably, "Of course I would you dummy!" She choked out, Atlas placing the ring on her finger. He jumped up, lifting her off her feet into a tight and never ending embrace. A day they both thought they wouldn't see for years, came so early; although nothing special was planned for this to happen, it was the complete honesty and communication before such an event that made this all so special and important.
As they both celebrated their little moment, Atlas' phone started to ring. Evelyn picked it up thinking it was hers, "Yes, hello?" She said politely, "Oh. Hello dear. Is my son there with you?" The sweet woman asked, Evelyn panicked seeing the phone wasn't hers and the ID read 'Mother Dearest' and with that she practically threw the phone at Atlas' and slapped her hand over her mouth. "Hi mum~ What's the matter?" Atlas asked his mum, his mum simply asking where he was since he wasn't home, "AHH! Ye, about that. I'm with my now fiancé. I've been staying with her for the week. Don't worry I had your assistant come to check and ensure everything was safe day and night whilst I was here." Atlas said it so nonchalantly, it almost make it unbelievable to hear, even with the ring on her finger. Evelyn heard his mothers excited screams from the phone and a 'I have to meet her! TONIGHT!' With that Evelyn ran off to get dressed mouthing, 'OKAY!' as Atlas laughed at her clumsiness as she nearly fell over her own feet.
Evelyn dressed in something smart but casual. A pair of white jeans with a soft blue flowy top, pairing it with mismatch silver earrings and a silver necklace and bracelet. Her make up soft and warm to compliment the cool colours in her top. Atlas dressed in white suit pants with a soft blue shirt, pairing a silver watch and small cross chain with his outfit. "I like this matching thing we did. It feels like we're truly engaged now." Atlas said as he admired his Fiancé. "Let's take some pictures for my Instagram" Evelyn said excitedly, but then turned around to face him, "If that's okay with you? I don't want to reveal our relationship if you're not comfortable, after all it'll end up on the news and all." She said a little concerned. "It's fine. Let's tale some pictures." Atlas answered and dragged her to the mirror.
Once the pictures were uploaded, Evelyn was bombarded with tons and tons of comments. Many of love and support, a few that were a bit unsure, and then the rare few that were hateful and upset. She ignored them, knowing they were just upset their fantasies weren't fulfilled. Atlas also posted the pictures and a few of the many other pictures they had together, even the ones of the flower garden; some being the ones Evelyn didn't know he took and some of which she knew he took, the last being the one on the boat of them kissing in the sunset. Again the comments very mixed, but many more on his account being hateful. I guess it's the same as dating an idol.
With that, they headed out for the car and began to drive to his parent's house, or should i say castle. Atlas made a quick stop by a alcohol store to purchase a bottle or champagne for his parents. However, when they both got out the car a sudden ambush of people, some clearly fans and others being the press and paparazzi attempting to ask them questions, girls crying and shouting hateful things at Evelyn, trying to grab her hair and bag and other things they could reach. Eventually, Atlas had enough, "STOP IT! All of you. It's ridiculous. Leave me and my Fiancé alone. I'm here to simply purchase a gift for my parents and head off, I shouldn't have to deal with this." He shouted at them, seriousness and anger consuming him. "But she's stealing you away and she only wants you for your money." a girl in the crowd said, scoffing at Evelyn. Atlas saw red, "What do you know?! HUH?! She's been my girlfriends for over a year, and she only just found out about who I am and Who my family is. I know damn well she isn't dating me for money." Atlas snapped back, the girl flinching as he screamed. With that they bought the champagne, and left.
They arrived at his parent's house shortly after, heading straight in as an assistant parked the car. Atlas opened the front door and took a deep inhale, smelling the air of his home, reminding himself of his luck. Then his mother could be heard. "Oh my! Hello dear, welcome, welcome. OH~ You're truly beautiful. Isn't she Honey?" She said, hugging Evelyn and then looking back at her husband, " Yes, she is." He said with a bright smile. With that YeongJa led them both to the dining area where the food was layout and a few other guests sat. "Welcome to you're engagement party!" Yeongja said, both their jaws dropping as they were left speechless. "MUM! DAD! Thank you so much!" Atlas said hugging his mother and father tightly. They sat down and began to answer the many questions and eat the food.
For once I feel accepted for me, not only by my love, but by his parents.
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A/N: What a long chapter huh? I hope you enjoyed this. Also fun fact. This was started and completed the same night I uploaded Chpater 9. Told you all I'd make sure I got a sh!t ton done before i go back to college. ;))!