It's been a month since we arrived in this city yet Denise is still on hold. I'm just waiting for what will she do next but if she will, my daughter will still be mine and not him. I thought she just wanted to manipulate me but I confirmed she was my daughter. I almost killed my own flesh and if that happens, I will make sure Denise or Kate will pay the damages. "Where is she?" I asked Kaito. "She was cooking!" Kaito relied. "What? Check what she is cooking! Who knows what she will put in it," I instructed him, my trust in her shattered. While she had saved Yumi by claiming she was my daughter, her deceit needed addressing to prevent a repeat occurrence. "Never mind, bring Yumi we should eat outside and have fun." I changed my mind. She is just five years old and I need to fill in her mind that I am his father and not that man. It's better late than never! She's smart and can understand. For the few days she was with me I started to like her and love how adorable she was. I neve
Not comfortable to sit and wait for them to come back. I pack some essentials before running out of the house. He did not forbid me to leave the house yet but I couldn't bring my daughter with me. I guess this is the punishment for being impulsive and arrogant before. I had the best life with him, yet I betrayed him without thinking. The anticipation of his punishment looms over me, filling me with dread, as he has yet to decide my fate. The only solace I find is the certainty that he will not harm my daughter. But if Fabian discovers that I lied to him as well, I shudder to imagine the consequences. All my efforts and sacrifices would be for nothing, and I am not prepared to face that reality yet unless I take drastic measures— killing Hiro. As expected he brought Yumi to the mall where she always wished to go every time we came out. I don't have any choice but to watch them afar until an unexpected scene unfolds. I was terrified at first but the next moment I was damn flabbe
"Where are you going? Don't you know we are going to visit the branch today before the launch, and you have a board meeting?" I asked, watching Fabian grab his things in a hurry. He seemed like he was about to miss an important meeting or a flight, his actions frantic and rushed. "To the airport, because of Denise I almost forgot my flight." He replied annoyed. "Airport? What and why will you go to the airport when we have an important itinerary today!" I asked confused checking his schedules in my hands. "What the fuck again Fabian. Cleared schedule for a week for a business meeting. Damn it, Fabian, since when do you care about the itineraries I fix for you? These are selected and very important!" I whined, unable to believe he had arranged a one-week business trip and cleared his schedule again without telling me. "You can't do this Fabian and you know that!" I groaned looking at him. "I know Mark, and I have full faith in your ability to make this scheduled move happen by the
Izzy Pov... Breaking up with Jonathan wasn't my dream, but the least I could do to make myself worth it. Actually, I didn't want to break up with him, but accidentally learned I wasn't in his heart. The worse I am his number three. That's what a jerk he is. It is pathetic enough to stay in a relationship that isn't working on what you plan. I loved him, but loving someone isn't enough to survive in this chaotic world. It just pains me inside to know how I wasted 4 years of my life with him. Sipping my drink awkwardly before closing my eyes, feeling how miserable I am right now. My family also treated me as the second best, and then later I learned I was adopted. My life sucked since I was born. Yeah! I got a degree, but who cares if no one cares about you? I laughed amicably, pretending I wasn't pitiful breaking into pieces inside me. This world has a lot to throw into you, but I am already tired of trying to please anybody. I sighed deeply lowering my head and smiling like a foo
Izzy Pov...I just woke up incredibly delighted and calm. I thought my morning would be filled with hungover, dreaded, and extremely mad besides my broken heart and soul. I'm not unfortunate then to wake up with a smile on my face. I walk out of my room and go to my bathroom humming the song Girls on Fire by Alicia Keys and dancing with it.She's just a girl and she's on fire Hotter than a fantasy Lonely like a highway She's livin' in a world and it's on fire Filled with catastrophe But she knows she can fly away Broken people can still laugh at the end of the day. I will prove to Jonathan that I'm a person she will regret losing! I poured my heart, soul, and trust into our relationship but what I got was not what I was supposed to deserve.That guy I met last night was incredible. He healed me quickly with just his smiles, laughs, and humor. Sometimes I want to believe that Jonathan leaves for a good reason and that meeting Fabian has a purpose but it's too early to conclude. I
Fabian Pov... I feel light-headed today. Usually, I'm in a dipshit coming to work. She helps me lighten my mood. I had a meeting today at the Jensen Group. I smiled, remembering Izzy, she is gorgeous and perfect, but why would she be number three? That punk is crazy! I would make her number one if I was his man. Anyway, the point is we shared something in common. That's how we easily feel comfortable. It was my first time opening up to a stranger, but it did really help me overcome some of my insecurities and pain. I isolated myself for a month after that scandal. The scandal died slowly, but it will never be forgotten. The fact that I am also in business is something that bothers me. Monica will always be there. How can I easily forget it? "Hey, buddy! So deep!" My best friend interrupted me, reminiscing about last night and the whirlwind I got dating Monica. " Hey!" I replied, smiling. He laughed, looking at me cautiously and suspiciously. Only Mark could find the difference in
Fabian Pov... Expect the unexpected! That's what happened after Mark leaked information about me dating again. It was damn unexpected and I'm already prepared regarding this matter, but I am not sure about Izzy. Things escalated quickly! Since she said yes and signed the contract, we haven't had the chance to talk again as he started to train the new secretary who will take her spot. I was busy with my duties as well while Mark handled matters in his hands. "Izzy, if this rumor will make it hard for you, just call me." I sent her a text to remind her she was not alone. We are in this together and I will be there for her."Mark, you stop the media before it gets worse. It's been just a week since we started seeing each other. We are not yet officially -" I asked my best friend but he cut me off."Let it be Fabian! It has already started. Let the noise fire it up or better add fuel to it." He interrupted, seeming not worried."What! But how about Izzy? I'm worried she will be surpris
Mark Pov... When I saw Izzy's picture my instinct was to trust her no matter what. I pushed Fabian to get her into a contract agreement which works. When I'm staring at her profile I can sense a strong vibe emitting from her innocent face. She looks delicate and really outcast but something in her eyes is telling me to trust her as she is not as innocent as she looks. Now that I meet her personally my hunch was right. It seems she was a sculptured mask into a simpler design and no one will dare to put a fucking interest but she is actually an interesting design.The way she sits composed and not bothered is already a sign she can handle any stone thrown at her or might a burning fire. Fabian is more bothered than her! Since that scandal, Fabian lost his balance slowly going downhill but now that we have Izzy I'm sure he will get back to where he used to be as Izzy was his balance. Whatever happened to them that day is interesting. No one dares to get close to Fabian since that scand