Nishane's Point of ViewIn the few months that have passed, I have been trying to build up my courage and try to forget what happened. My life is so messed up. The speed of events as if I didn't know that I could be hurt like that in the time that passed in my life.Honestly, with each passing day I'm just trying to be strong. I really don't have the energy to get up every time the sun rises. During the times when it felt like it was the end of me because my life was worthless since Clifford and I lost our son, until he chose to hurt me rather than us fighting together in grief."Miss Nishane, here's your coffee."I smiled when I looked at one of my servers here at the coffee shop I own. It's only been about a week since I opened it. "Thank you."Mirae was about to turn away when she seemed to remember something. "Miss Nishane, Mr. Ruiz called earlier.""Why? What did he say?""He just asked me about your schedule this weekend.""You said?"Mirae shook her head. "No. I know you won't
CHAPTER 113—Friend like MiraeNishane's Point of view"ARE YOU okay with this?" Hanz asked me as he showed me the contents of a paper bag. He was holding two earlier and placed one on top of my table.I looked at him in wonder because I didn't know what the clothes he was showing me were for. I let go of the ballpoint pen I was holding and turned my attention to Hanz. "What is that for?" I asked him."These are for you. You wear them on the weekend. I told you, didn't I? It's Daddy's birthday."I nodded. "Yes, but you don't need to buy me more.""It's not just for you. This one, it's for Mirae."I nodded slowly. I don't know if what he's saying is true or if he's just making it up so that I don't contradict him on things. "Okay.""So, are you okay with this? We can change it to a design if you want. The theme of Daddy's party is actually silver."Honestly, I don't understand anything Hanz is saying. I just keep nodding so as not to hurt this friend of mine. The ballpoint pen I was hol
Nishane's Point of ViewI don't know why but my chest was pounding so hard while we were going to the venue where Hanz's daddy's birthday party was going to be held. When Mirae and I looked at each other, she frowned."Why? Are you okay?" he asked me.I nodded after letting out a deep breath. "Just nervous but I'm fine."I felt Hanz turn to Mirae and me. "Is there a problem?" he asked with his eyes looking at me."I'm fine." That's all I said because I don't want him to worry about me.I remained silent as we approached the venue. Hanz got out of the car first and opened the door for us. Since I went down first, Hanz grabbed my hand first to support me. I didn't expect camera flashes to greet us. I dodged but Hanz laughed at me."You're not used to it?" he asked. I didn't answer because I preferred to go inside to avoid the cameras.Fortunately, Mirae also came down. We got between Hanz and held onto his arms. We walked the red carpet. I didn't expect my friend's father's birthday to
CHAPTER 115— The ArticleNishane's Point of ViewI didn't sleep right away that night. My mind comes back to Clifford and I hiding again after we finish what was between us. I must admit that I was sad because my son suddenly entered my mind. I miss our son every day but I can only think, what if he is alive today? Could it be Clifford and I?My heart ached.I got up and held my chest. I rubbed it to at least make the pain go away. I drank water. I want to forget this pain. If I had a choice, I would do it immediately. But I know that not everything is easy.Tears welled up in my eyes. I feel like I'm going to break down again. I took a deep breath and calmed myself down. I don't blame anyone for what happened. If I was hurt, I have no other choice but to move on and forget what happened. Past is past.It's eleven o'clock at night but my phone is still ringing. When I looked to see who the caller was, it was Mirae."Yes, Mirae?""Good thing you're still awake. Have you seen the news?"
CHAPTER 116—Work is Separated in Work LifeNishane's Point of ViewWhen I woke up the next day, my chest was heavy. Maybe it's because I'm awake even though it was late last night. That's why I feel like this. I couldn't really sleep because I was wondering what to do to get the article taken down. Until now when I wake up it's still like that. The article is still there and spreading even more.Hanz is a famous business tycoon after his father who had his birthday the other day. Because of that, it's no wonder why the press was there at the venue to film the events.I called Hanz's number. He told me that he will do everything to find the uploader and have the article taken down. But what time has it been but it's still there and posted."Good morning, Nishane. What's wrong and you thought of calling me at this hour?" he immediately asked me.I shook my head even though he couldn't see me. "Hanz, the article about us is still posted. I thought you were going to take it down?""Yes, N
CHAPTER 117—Is That Khlea?Nishane's Point of View"The article has been deleted. Are you okay?" Mirae asked me while we were eating lunch. That's true. When I woke up, I realized that the uploader was gone, but the article was still there. There are so many uploaders that there is nothing more that can be done if the first uploader deletes the pictures."Can anything be changed?" I asked while eating. "Even if it was deleted by the first uploader, many people have followed suit and immersed themselves in the issue.""Well, it's gone. We can't do anything about it. There's nothing more we can do. You're right that several uploaders have done that. Others are already asking if you and Hanz have plans to get married. That's too much, right? I don't know that the imagination of people in the world is so vast. Then why didn't they take me with them? I was there at the event, right?"I didn't move. I hope they bring Mirae with them so that the issue won't be so serious. It's just annoying
CHAPTER 118—Waiting for HerKhlea's Point of ViewWhile I was removing the make up from my face, I couldn't help but remember the meeting Nishane and I had earlier at the coffee shop. I know, even though she didn't approach me, I know that she recognized me. It's a good thing that she herself walked away as if she had been hiding from me.As if I was going to approach her to talk. It seems that she also doesn't want our paths to cross because maybe she thinks that I might tell Clifford where she is.I washed my face. When I finished, I carefully wiped it with a soft towel. Just as I had just finished changing my pajamas, my phone rang. I frowned and was surprised to see that the caller was Allison. My chest pounded hard."Hello?" I can't answer the call."Khlea, how are you?""I'm fine. Why were you summoned?""Can we meet now?" she asked."Why?" I don't want to be harsh with her, but it's late and I have work at the office early tomorrow."I just want to see you and talk to you. I'm
CHAPTER 119—Her Husband's MistressNishane's Point of View"Flowers for you, Miss Nishane," Mirae said with a teasing look at me. I haven't even asked who a bouquet of flowers came from, I already have an idea. "Even if you don't ask, I think you already know who it's from." She still smiled at me.I stopped writing. Mirae and I were doing inventory but I left her in the stock room earlier because I went to the office first. It didn't take long and she followed me and already brought flowers. I let go of the ballpoint pen I was holding and took the card placed on top."Hanz," I said simply then let out a deep breath. "Do you have it too?"Mirae shook her head. "I've never received a flower in my entire life."I frowned. "Why?""Why? Of course no one will give it to me.""Are you sure? Isn't Hanz giving you something? As in nothing?""Well, sometimes I have things that you have. He also gives me but not always. Should I be surprised? He wants you and not me.""But..." I couldn't contin
CHAPTER 169—Give InKhlea’s Point of ViewI JUST STARED in front of the laptop monitor as I tried to get what I learned today into my mind. It's confirmed! The flashdrive with the keychain that I found inside Luna's drawer does belong to La Tigresa. But Seven hasn't replied yet whether that's what I really meant.I don't understand how I should feel now. Should I be happy because somehow, I have found something that I really want to target in Luna. Or sad because it wasn't enough? I'm confused.I'm here now in my condo. I don't know how to feel right now. It's not that I'm defending Luna but what if Luna had nothing to do with the La Tigresa transaction? Because there is a part of my heart that is protesting and seems to be telling me that Luna doesn't know anything. But I also know that it is impossible that Luna knows nothing about her father's business.I can no longer understand myself. Back then, I really wanted to succeed in my mission, but now, I just catch myself laughing and
CHAPTER 168—Gun & FlashdriveKhlea’s Point of ViewI felt a hand on my shoulder causing me to look back and see who it was. “Seven!”“Hmm. Does it look nice?” he asked as if he read my mind.I faced here. "Why did you leave Allison? That might be necessary,” I said."Don't overact. He fell asleep because of the medicine that was injected into him." He bowed and thought for a moment. When he looked at me, he immediately grinned. "I know what you are thinking, Khlea.""What are you saying?""The way you look at Luna Aballos, there seems to be something different.""Come on, Seven. Even you?""I have trust in you. We. But I hope you don't destroy it." Because of the way it was pointed, it was as if someone had kicked my chest. A part of my heart seems to have been hit by his words.I didn't move. It's like even I don't know what to do anymore. What I do know is that what is happening to me is still part of the plan. I smiled at Seven. "Don't worry because I know what I'm doing.""I hope
CHAPTER 167—Allison's wordsKhlea’s Point of ViewI know that Allison is very angry with me. He is not alone because I feel the same way about it. I also feel bad that we ended up like that. I didn't expect that we would exchange words like that and he looked like he didn't trust me.I know what I'm doing and I don't deviate from the plan. If he notices that I'm getting close to Luna, he should be happy because I'm starting to fall in love with that one. I don't understand why we still have to get into an argument because of his interference in what I'm doing.I'm not young and we're not even in a relationship to explain to myself why I didn't come home. He didn't even know that I had a disease.I was stunned for a while while my car stopped because the traffic light was still red. 'It's up to Allison. It's his fault why I got annoyed with him.' I took a deep breath before waking up when I heard a car horn behind me.I shook my head to clear myself and take my mind off what happened o
CHAPTER 165—Limitation and Boundaries Khlea’s Point of ViewLUNA was carrying two bottles of ladies drink while walking near where I was. When she got close, she reached for one of mine. She sat next to me. We are now on the roof top and can freely look at the vast sky full of stars. The wind that hits our skin is also cold so it is inevitable that I feel cold."Are you cold?"I nodded. “Yes. Why did we go here?""It's better that we're here. I also miss star gazing," she said as she looked at the bottle she was holding.That is also what I did. I also looked at the sky then took a deep breath. I have to admit that I feel better because earlier, I was stressed with Allison. I just tried to accept our answer in my mind. It's up to me if it makes me angry. I'll just talk about it tomorrow when I get home and we meet at headquarters."So what did your friend say? Has it calmed down?” Luna asked when she looked back at me.I shook my head. "Not yet. I'll just talk to her tomorrow when I
CHAPTER 165—Her Real FeelingsNishane’s Point of View"WHAT do you think Olive wants to happen? I feel that she is just making a way to get her Clifford's. I mean, yes. Maybe she really likes Clifford, but I hope she doesn't feel sorry for you. You and Clifford no longer have a relationship. It's been a long time since you two broke up, so if she wants a man who was connected to you then, don't feel sorry for yourself," said Mirae.I told her about what Clifford said this morning. "For me, she is a very frustrated woman. Didn't she think she was beautiful? Rich. Many people will like her. Why does she still want Clifford, right?" Because I'm annoyed. Why Clifford?"Hey!" Mirae called me so I looked at her. "Why do you say that you don't want Clifford to be with her?""Huh? That's not what I meant. I'm not saying anything like that. My only point is, with so many men in the world, why Clifford?""There's nothing we can do if Clifford really wants it, okay? Just you, let her. My point
CHAPTER 164—Talk to him againNishane's Point of ViewI could NOT sleep at night because Clifford was still gone. He left a while ago and left The8 sleeping in the guest room. I shouldn't have waited for him but I was worried so I waited for him to come back to my house. Their luggage is still here. He said he was going to talk to someone but still nothing until I fell asleep for a while.It was four o'clock in the morning when I heard the knock so I got up and went to the door to open it. I immediately smelled the alcohol so I had the idea that Clifford had been drinking. I closed my eyes for a while to condition myself.I rubbed my eyes. The light was off in the entire living room but because of the small lampshade with a light bulb, that was the only light that provided light to the four corners of the house. I can see the bulk of Clifford's body."Have you eaten? I guess you've been drinking?""Yeah. I'm sorry if I disturbed you. Because I remembered, The8 and I's stuff is here. I
CHAPTER 163—Press Conference Nishane's Point of ViewMY heart was filled with anger because the fake news created by Olive spread immediately. I didn't think that her attitude was so bad that she could ruin my business just because she was jealous of me. I can't accept that the business that we worked hard for as friends was just ruined because of her story.I clenched my palms as I looked at the CCTV footage where it was obvious how the drinks ordered by the customers were being made throughout the day. We have experienced CCTV, police and reporters in front of us because we need to clear the name of my business. I was so angry that I had the police pick up Olive from the shop. I thought I was going to have a heart attack because I felt my neck thicken with anger."As you can see in the full video from the CCTV footage, around 8:15 to 9 o'clock at night it is obvious how the drinks are made. Olive didn't come to my coffee shop either and we are looking for the person she said bought
CHAPTER 162—Forgetting Something AgainKhlea's Point of ViewAT FIRST I was very surprised but when I saw Luna's sweet lips that seemed to be teasing me, I felt so sleepy that my eyelids closed on their own.I don't know about such things but my lips spontaneously responded to her kiss. Luna's way of kissing was intoxicating. Slowly and seemingly savoring every moment our lips touch. Luna moved and moved closer to me. I didn't object but I responded to her kiss.Luna's lips moved away from mine so I opened my eyes. Our bodies are still touching today. Luna looked at my face again and brought her lips to my forehead. It was as if a warm palm caressed my heart because of what she did. I closed my eyes. My hands are clinging to her arms."Thank you for coming with me," she said, then hugged me.I'm not sure if the heartbeat I feel and hear is mine. It's like the strength of that.I just smiled at her as she walked away from me. "You're always welcome, Miss Luna," I said. "It's just work
CHAPTER 161—She Kissed HerKhlea's Point if View"ARE you excited yet?" Luna asked me when we got dressed. When we woke up, she told me to get dressed because we had somewhere to go. She didn't say where so I really have no idea.“A bit. You don't want to tell me where we're going." She just smiled at me so I just let her. Our travel time was a few minutes before we got out of the car.I WAS amazed as my eyes looked at the entirety of the yacht that Luna and I climbed on. Luna held my hand because I was a little dizzy from the waves of the sea. There are acquaintances congratulating her. I don't know any of them. Nothing familiar to me.But in the way they dress, complexions will show the luxury of life. There were also male guests who were also talking to Luna and focused their attention on me.I just smiled and tried to hide the nervousness I felt. When a server came by to serve drinks, I immediately grabbed a goblet of golden liquid.Luna and I looked at each other. He frowned when