Seeing Fabian in the lobby clouded my mind with mixed emotions. I didn't know what to say and couldn't bring myself to look at him. I know he is disappointed in me and his silence proves it all. I had expected him to lash out or question my intentions, but he remained mum, and his quiet demeanor terrified me more than any outburst could have,I'm biting my nails anxiously, waiting for him to come in. The sound of the doorknob turning and the door opening and closing signaled that he was in, yet he remained silent. I don't know how to start a conversation with him. The fierceness I always wear suddenly vanished in front of him. I slowly turned around to face him, he stood there looking at me with mixed emotions. "I'm sorry!" I managed to say fidgeting with my fingers."Sorry! Is this enough words to explain everything? Tell me, Eloisa, because I don't understand," he finally speaks. The use of my name, Eloisa, sent shivers down my spine bitterly. He never calls me Eloisa, and fo
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
"Fabian, what are you doing here?" Mark spat surprised to see Fabian still in his office immensely working. He looked at him bewildered, "Why?" He responded.Mark stared at him in disbelief, taunting him, "What do you mean by why? Do you want her to wait at the airport?" Mark roared, waking him up. He suddenly bolted, picking up his keys and rushing.Due to their successful team-up, business is inevitably booming rapidly locally and abroad. Fabian was busy finalizing his presentation for tomorrow, forgetting his girlfriend was at the airport from her museum tour, and it was a part of their new collab business in Korea.Mark shakes his head, watching him rush out of his office. Technically, Izzy is already at the airport waiting for him. At this hour, traffic is terrible and annoying. Fabian had already left the parking lot when Mark noticed he had forgotten his phone."Oh, Fabian!" Mark hissed.On the other hand, Izzy is already at the airport patiently waiting for Fabian, but her kn
Jonathan was damn pissed wanting to crash Fabian into pieces, bragging about how perfect a couple they were and how abundantly his business is rising. They were a sought-after couple and in business. Their strategy was perfectly envious. Regrets always come when you lose them until still in your grasp you wouldn't feel anything yet.He couldn't eat properly indigested watching them. Unknowingly, he is tremendously torturing the poor food on his plate."Sir!" The manager of the Steakhouse interrupts him as he is confused about why he keeps on poking the steak hardly and keeps on cutting it into pieces without eating them. He raised his head, meeting the surprised face of the manager narrowing at his plate. He did murder his food, messing up his table like a toddler. "Oh, sorry, can you give me an extra plate? I love my steak cut into tiny strips." He asked putting on a delicate smile, masking his embarrassment and jealousy trying to put some into his dry mouth. The manager left doubt