'Your beauty begins when you decide what you want to be yourself.' . Beauty's POV . I felt like my heart would pop out soon. The crowds noise outside dominated while we were all waiting for the show to start. There are many people today, and the whole studio is full. All the models were busy with their dresses and makeup. The dome has reporters and media coverage, and a live telecast will be aired soon. I inhaled deeply and looked at myself in the mirror. I haven't put on my gown yet. I am still wearing my skinny jeans and a white off-shoulder top. My makeup was done by one of the famous makeup artists. Bobita was busy, and I could only smile at him. He juggles around, giving instructions, organizing the gowns, and checking everyone on his team. And after two hours, the show started. I still have an hour to wait for my turn. I was amazed at the performance of the exclusive models of Monde Fashion on stage together with their mentor at the end. They cater to the new products th
I may not be your first date, kiss, or love, but I want to be your last in everything.Beauty's POV."Beauty Acuesta is next," the director on stage reminded Bobita, and Bobita gave his approval and signaled back at me. I smiled, feeling tense before Bobita went off stage.Irene Celeste looked at me for the final time, surveying my whole without eye contact. She's too focused on her job, and I'm too nervous about this. It's not like it's my first time because it's not. But this is my first time performing in front of a large crowd."Go, Beauty. You're the face of Monde Fashion. Show them that you got what it takes to be the next supermodel. Show them that Drew Mondragon was right to have chosen you." Irene simply smiled at me.My heart started to race. I nodded, giving her my genuine smile.Slowly, I hold my posture while waiting in the backstage. From here, I could see the few VIPs straight to where I stand.Most of the models behind and beside me in the distance are all looking at
'That person who enters your life out of nowhere and suddenly he means the world to you.'.Beauty's POV."Who was that?""My God, you saw them kissing, right? That girl. Ugh!""Shush, girls, be quiet. Don't be harsh on the girl. Can't you see she's new? It's my first time seeing her. Yes, she's a head-turner. She's got the beauty and the body.""Oh well, for Drew Mondragon? I will give him my body and everything. With his money and fame. I consider myself the luckiest girl around the globe.""Even though that was embarrassing.""I've heard that woman is Drew's secretary.""Seriously? No, she's not! Drew's secretary is Amalia, and she's married!""No. Not Amalia. It's her substitute, and I believe it's her sister.""OMG! What the - seriously?""Tsk, that girl's ambition is too high.""Chill, girls. Drew Mondragon was only using her as one of his pastimes. I know him. He will never settle for a low-key woman. Drew just wants to fuck her. That's all. I felt sorry for the girl."I shut
He's this person who enters my life out of nowhere, and suddenly, he means the world to me.Beauty's POV.I didn't go to the ladies' room because I wanted to head home. I had enough tonight. Everything happens too fast, and people's judgment hurts me. I understand their accusations, but I choose to ignore them.What is vital for me is Drew. As long as he is with me, I will never let go. But meeting his father tonight scared the hell out of me.We are simply not meant to be.I went out without saying goodbye to Bobita and Ceilo.My phone vibrated. It was Drew. I ignored it and kept walking. I don't want to talk to him now. He will only stop me, and I know myself when it comes to him. I can't say no because my heart is stupid enough for this.With just one glance from him, I know I belong in his arms, where my body and mind can't resist him."Beauty!"I paused and spun halfway to see who was calling me. It was Jasper.My temper flared up the moment I saw him. I felt like killing him. B
Drew's POV.My brain froze as I stared at her intensely. Hearing the words I long to hear from a woman I like made my body afloat in heaven.It's a beautiful feeling, and it's hard to explain."Embrace yourself, Beauty, because you can't run away from me from now on. I like you more, and I'm deeply falling in love with you, darling," I said while holding her body against me.The sweet smile on her face and the flush of her cheeks indicate no regrets. We are both into this."You can't take away Beauty from me!" Jasper pulled my body away from Beauty, making my body out of balance. His right fist flew fast, aiming to hit me in the face, but I dodged it. He missed his target.Fucking, bastard.He reeked of alcohol. His eyes were red because, before the event tonight, he had taken some drugs. I asked a friend detective to do a background check on Jasper and found out everything about him.He is a piece of shit, and Beauty does not deserve a person like him."You want to fight? Come and g
'Then, get used to it. I have no plan to run away from you, nor will I let you get away from me.'-Drew Mondragon-.Beauty's POV"Where?" My forehead creased as I looked at Drew. We had a nice dinner together at Blue Bells Café. He booked a private room for us where no one could see us, and now, we just got home."In Tokyo," his eyes beamed, and his body moved closer to me. "Let's get your stuff." He held my hand and looked at me seriously.I twinkled my eyes, trying to clear up my not-so-good mind.Is he for real? Is this some kind of a joke? To Japan? Seriously?I found myself unable to blink my eyes when looking at him. A thin smile grew bolder on his lips as he gently squeezed my hand."Drew?" I let out a slight sigh as I looked at him. I honestly love to go with him, but I'm worried.As much as he hated to keep our relationship secret, he had no choice but to agree to what I wanted.This is what I want for us at the moment. I don't want to be the talk of the entire country. Bein
Beauty's POV . "My goodness, Beauty! The news all over about you and Drew is driving me insane!" He exclaimed in excitement. Bobita's eyes sparkled with joy, and the smile on his face was radiant. We are on a video call. I thought it would do his head in, but it was the opposite of what I expected. It seems like he was having a ball with what's happening over there. "Drew Mondragon is an ideal boyfriend for me, you know," his eyes sparkle, "Imagine? Tokyo escapade! How did he know that the media would haunt you? You should check your place, Beauty. There are many reporters outside, but luckily nobody was home." I was taken aback. My eyes widened in surprise. I never imagined that things would turn out this way. Oh, God, I hope my sister will not kill me for this. "Oh my, I hope my sister, Amalia, won't kill me," I uttered. "Don't worry, Beauty. She's busy at the moment, and I just finished talking to her.". It seems like your sister does not know what's happening around there.
Beauty's POV . Drew's warm embrace makes me feel complete. He was late for our dinner, but still, I waited for him. I had nothing to eat because I wanted us to eat together. He gave me a quick kiss, and I could smell the alcohol around his lips. "I'm sorry, darling, it's hard to refuse the Japanese investors. We had a few drinks. That's why I didn't take you with me today because of this." His body deflated beside me, and his arms looped around my waist. He slightly rested his head on my shoulder and buried his face between my neck. "How did your meeting go? Is everything okay? Have you eaten?" I gently touched the side of his face while his eyes were closed. "Yeah, it was good." He tirelessly sighed. "I didn't eat anything because I wanted to have dinner with you after the meeting. But then we had a few drinks, and I was late. I'm sorry, Beauty. . . Have you eaten?" He is now looking at me in the eyes. "Not yet. I was waiting for you." We both look at the table ahead. I cover