Nishane's Point of View I had a terrible first day. Despite not having done anything strenuous, I feel really exhausted. I avoided lifting anything heavy. Throughout the day, I didn't use any energy on completing my chores. However, my mind is drained. It was very taxing. When I went home, I hardly spoke at all. I'm too exhausted to talk.Clifford just let me feel that, which is unpleasant. He didn't even look at me once the entire time I was working. He turned me over to the team manager and the heads. He never even said hello to me.I had numerous conversations with managers about the company's operations. Who founded it and how it got its start. How the company is run and what will lead to its failure. All of that I discovered in a single day. But when I arrived at the estate that day, I had forgotten everything. One of my talents is that. All the information I need to remember is simple for me to memorize, but it's also simple for me to forget it.Clifford irritated me so
Khlea’s Point of ViewMy arm is fine since it's been a few days. I was just in my unit watching a movie. The other Aces are also not letting me join their schedules these past few days. I'm bored, but I can't disobey Clifford's orders.I just looked at my cell phone when I saw the number from Head Quarters calling me. I immediately took it and answered."Hello?" I answer the call.I was even surprised when I wasn't the only one on the call. The8 and Allison were also there. Seven called."Come now to the Head Quarters. We have an emergency meeting," said Seven."About?" Allison asked.I don't move because I know that this call is really important. I just listened and waited for what Seven would say."Just come here." That's it, and the call is over.I don't know if I should act or let them alone. But if I'm not included in the meeting, why am I also included in the call? I took a deep breath and got dressed quickly. The wound from the gunshot wound in the previous encounter against th
Nishane's Point of View "WHAT on earth am I doing here and who the fuck are you?!"The second time, I experienced the dread of those who struggled with communication and need me to talk directly to them. They could just say it if they had something to say. Why the necessity to abduct me? Clifford was the first person to do this to me, so I remembered how terrified I was when he did the same thing.I'm rather certain, though, that it was not his intention. Furthermore, Clifford's security is not present in my immediate surroundings. I'm not secure here. They do not harm me, despite the fact that I feel insecure in this location. In a mansion's living room, I was only seated on a plush sofa. This house is not Clifford's, I am certain of that. What purpose would he have if he kidnapped me? Each and every day, I was with him. No cause would exist for him to kidnap me.I'm not being kidnapped by anyone right now, not here. I am aware that they are merely subordinates who will only do
Khlea’s Point of ViewGunshots were so loud that they could be heard all over the place where we were. After Clifford got his wife, Nishane, we immediately started exchanging gunfire against Mr. Tuazon's men, I am even more annoyed of that old man because of what he did.I could hide behind a wall while I tightly held my two guns, which were my favorites. I have spare bullets tucked into the garter under my leather skirt. I feel annoyed that I am the only one who is always the target of Mr. Tuazon's staff.I was even surprised when someone came to my side and was hiding. It was Allison who looked at me."Are you okay?" I asked."Of course. What about you? Maybe later you will go home with gunshot."I frowned at her. Sometimes I really don't understand if Allison is really my friend or what. Because she often looks up to me about things.Before answering, I peeked and shot in the direction where the bullets were coming from earlier. When I was tired, I returned to our place. "I won't g
Nishane's Point of View WHEN I woke up, it felt like my head was whirling. It aches. I was blinded by the brightness streaming from the lamp on the side table when I first opened my eyes. I stood up gradually since I needed to hydrate. My throat is extremely parched. Although my entire body does not hurt, I feel frail. I was able to sense the heat of my breath, so I placed the back of my hand to my neck to check for a temperature. And I wasn't mistaken.That explains why I'm queasy and finding it difficult to stand up."Do you call for anything?"A recognizable voice caught off guard from beside me. From Clifford, that is. I was overcome with fear as soon as I saw his face. I could clearly recall what had occurred. I can recall being in a taxi when my fear first appeared. I can recall every detail.When I noticed the concerns in his eyes, I shuddered. I don't want to believe it even if it seems true. He was to blame for it. It's his fault! It is!He's responsible for what happened
Khlea’s Point of ViewThe man I made slept earlier gave me a grim look. My friends and I were even surprised to see that Mr. Tuazon’s butler was left behind while holding the neck that I hit earlier. The8 and Seven hurriedly grabbed him to prevent it from escaping.When we brought him to a room here at headquarters and immediately made him sit on a metal chair. It's an electric chair. We actually reserved that kind of chair to be used when there are occasions like this.I took a deep breath and looked at my companions. We all stood in front of the man, who was still grinning as he looked at the four of us. He sweats and has a wound on the side of the lip. But we can still read his anger towards us on his face, but we don't care about him.I mumbled then shook my head.Seven acted. From crossing his arms across his chest, he slowly stepped closer to the table in front of the butler. Seven rested his hands on the table and bowed slightly."Now, tell us that Mr. Tuazon who was behind th
Nishane's Point of View "NO, Don't be stubborn. You will stay here."I inhaled deeply as I became aware that I couldn't actually control Clifford's decision. I would like to work for the company to keep up my work expertise. But Clifford is standing in my way, refusing to let me be with him.He assured me that he is merely worried and is unwilling to allow my life to be in jeopardy. I comprehend him. He does it for me, therefore I appreciate it. It has traumatized me. Still experiencing my trauma. However, that experience had little effect on my life. How can I go on living if everything I do is centered around my terrible experiences? How can I escape? How do I stand?A few days have passed since Clifford's enemy kidnapped me. And first, of course I was very angry with him because I didn't know that I would come to this point in my life where I was always in danger. I just want a peaceful life. But since Clifford is my husband, that is unlikely to happen.I thought about ev
Khlea’s Point of ViewSince Allison and I were bored that day and we had nothing to do at the headquarters, we both thought of going to the mall to have fun. Actually, I'm the only one who likes it because she really doesn't want it. She was only forced because I was not with her. Fortunately, I forced her to join me."What are you going to buy here? You can just order online, isn't it?" Allison asked me as we walked inside the boutique."You know I'm not a fan of online shopping, right? I prefer this way that I can see the items first before buying. You know what, instead of complaining about that, why don't you just look around. Maybe you'll see something you want to buy, right?"She didn't answer me. She just looked at me like what I said was useless. Because I know Allison, I just let her go. I can't complain because I just forced her to accompany me.We were already in our dresses when I heard someone call me. I turned and saw who it was. It's Cindy. I quickly looked at her entir
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