Vivienne
Everybody was having fun, except me. I felt jealous of them. They were able to enjoy the snow skiing and sledding.
Sheena went with the other girls at the nearby shop to look for something to buy. The other males, including the Titans, were busy playing hockeys.
“Ugh! I envy them.” I whispered as I watched others from the second floor balcony. It’s the best spot in the villa to see the others.
I checked on my feet. The burns were pretty bad, I can’t put on a pair of shoes. It just made me feel worse. Therefore, I can’t go out to join the others. Raylie had taken care of the burns and the ointment he put was very effective in soothing. Maybe, by tomorrow, I can put on my shoes and do other acti
Vivienne We had a lot of fun recently. Today, the Titans brought us to the shopping ville downtown. Well, it’s about time we do the Christmas shopping. Everybody was busy looking for something to buy. I already bought Mom and Vivienne a present. I also bought Sheena and Aria those cute cuddle bear keychains with recorders. I asked the sales staff to help me record my voice in it. I planned to give it to Sheena on our way back. And to Aria when I got back at work. Ah, this is the new chapter of my life and having friends like Sheena and Aria gives me courage to face what life will throw on me. In this cruel world, money and power were always the tool to survive. But being friends with them, I realized, there was always someone who will stand beside you no matter what status you had in life. I saw Raylie and Thore having fun at the artifacts. I smiled to myself as I watch
VivienneWe head out of the store and stroll around. I saw a souvenir shop and went inside. Raylie checked on the items inside while the salesclerk spotted and approached me.“Hello, young miss! Would you like to purchase a personalized mug?”“Personalized mug?”“Yeah. You can hide your message on it and let it be revealed once the mug was being used.”“Wow! That’s awesome!”“Let me show you the items.”The clerk walked me towards the plain mugs at the display area. There is white group, black group and a lot more colors. The salesclerk took a mug and showed me how it works. She put hot water on it, and little by little, the images and text started to appear.“Wow!” I couldn’t hide my amazement.
VivienneIt was our last night here and everybody agreed to have a campfire in the front yard. It wasn’t snowing so it’s perfect for a campfire.We are all gathered around while drinking and having fun. I felt a bit tipsy. They kept pouring me drinks even though I declined. I mean, I never drink. It’s my first time. I wonder how they bought the liquor. But there’s nothing impossible for the Titans, isn’t it?“Come on, Vivienne. It’s the first time you joined us, so please don’t decline.” Travis urged me. He was the one who poured drinks for us and did the bartending. “If you keep declining, we're going to think that you were declining the friendship with us too. Are you?” Travis sounded like he was putting me in the spotlight.I was embarrassed to decline. It was the start of building a friendship with the
RaylieThe first person I looked for after waking up was Vivienne. Where is she?I ran towards her room and found out that they were packing their things already.Ah! I forgot it’s the day I should send them back to L City.“Oh! You’re awake!” Vivienne exclaimed and smiled.I frowned. Is it the right reaction? Is she not even worried? I remembered I took a glass with a drug on it. I collapsed in the middle of the dark. She wasn’t even worried about me?“We’re going back now, aren’t we? Are you going to come or will you stay here at the villa?” Vivienne keeps asking.I would like to ask if he was not even worried about me. But my pride would not let me.Why is she calm and composed? She doesn’t even care about me?&nbs
Raylie“Do you want me to fire you all?” I hissed and threatened all the servants and even Butler Lewis.They were all lined up in front of me. I asked them to go home today and come back after Christmas day. But they refused to do so. They insisted on working even on Christmas day. I've gotten tired of this every Christmas season.“Young Master, you already sent us home last Christmas and you said you will not send us this year. We can’t do this to you. We can't leave you alone, here. It was sad.”“Jeez!”I hated it when they kept insisting on working. They were no different from my family. Their work and the business always comes first. Well, at least Chloe made time to celebrate the occasion. The only thing is, she used to come home late. Nevertheless, at least she made time. It makes me feel like Chloe was
Raylie It’s quarter to twelve in the evening when the clocks rang at once. I yawned and got up from the bed. I went downstairs to check what’s in the kitchen. I’m famished. I ran off the nanny bot and the recorded voice went up. “Hello, Young Master! What can I do for you?” I smirked and went straight to the kitchen. At least the servants prepared what I needed ahead of time. I preheated the chicken casserole. As I waited, I remembered Vivienne’s gift. I checked for the time, it’s almost midnight. I hurriedly went up to my room and took the gift. I brought it at the kitchen counter top. “I guess it would not be bad if I opened it already.” I told myself and opened the box. It’s a blue mug. I took it out of the box. “What is this? Did she make me wait
Vivienne At work. I was summoned to the office again. This time, I gladly went to Raylie’s office. I was so excited to talk to him. “What can I do for you, young master?” I asked, teasing him. Raylie chuckled. “You seemed to have a good day today, huh?” “Well, it’s because we had a great day yesterday. We might not have the fancy celebration, but we still enjoy it.” I said and checked on the surroundings. I saw the books scattered around the corner. I went there. It must be the reason why he summoned me. Geez, he used to make me do the cleaning in his office when he had the cleaning personnel. “Leave it be. There’s someone who was going to arrange those books.” “Huh?” I frowned. “Then, why did you summon me here?” “I just wanted to see you.” Ray
Raylie I gritted my teeth upon watching the three, storming away. Who was that guy? I frequently saw him hanging out with Vivienne and that girl named Aria. What is his motive in clinging to the girls? Ugh! “And he even gave her a gift?” I groaned annoyingly. It seems Vivienne was so delighted upon seeing what’s inside the box. A paperback. I couldn't handle my irritation, I went back to my office and phoned Chloe. Yeah! I haven’t given Vivienne a gift, because I still don’t know what to give her. Now that I heard she loves paperbacks, I know who to consult. “What is it, you jerk?!” Chloe hissed from the other line. “I am in the middle of a meeting so make it quick.” “Gosh! Why are you so cranky, my adorable sis?” I teased her. I even made my voice sound sweet
Vivienne It’s been a month and I am always there at Raylie’s villa, taking care of him while sharing with him the lessons that we had at school. He insisted on making me stay in the villa and I agreed just because he has to recover from his wounds and fractures. I told him I’ll be back in the apartment once he is fully recovered. Sometimes, I thought he was just faking the pain already just to keep me in the villa. His face was totally healed and he can walk already. Sometimes he was still limping and complained he was in pain but I usually caught him walking straightly. Just like now. He was walking on the pavement in his garden. It’s Saturday morning and we usually hang out in his garden during weekend mornings. I fished out my phone from my pocket and took a video of him walking. Then I silently walked towards him. “Boyfriend!” I yelled behind his back. Raylie seemed to be startled and stopped walking on the pavement. He started to
Raylie When I opened my eyes, I was in a hospital suite. Vivienne was there. And her eyes were red. I guess she was crying, again. “Oh, my God! You’re awake!” Vivienne quickly hugged me. I gathered her to my chest. “How long have I been asleep?” I whispered. “Almost twenty-four hours.” “And I guess you were crying for more than twenty-four hours. Look at your eyebags. Did you even take a nap?” “How could I sleep? You haven’t woken up since you collapsed in the building!” She hissed and let go of me. “And what kind of brain do you have? Why didn’t you call the police? You should not go there alone!” Vivienne started to nagged. “Right, you should not go there alone.” Logan entered the room together with Loki and Thore. “You’re such a fool! Wh
Raylie I asked Vivienne to live in the condo unit I took for her but she insisted on moving into the old apartment they used to live in. She said she paid for the rent for the whole Spring season. She felt better staying in the place where she paid with her hard earned money rather than in a comfortable condo unit that I provided for her. I don’t get it but I just agreed. After what just happened, after what we faced, I don’t want us to fight again. “It’s been a while since we went to the park together. I want to go there again.” Said Vivienne. It’s already dark. We enjoyed hanging out together with our friends. We went to the mall after school, played arcades and ate dinner together. It’s been a while since we laughed like that. And it feels so good. “Aren’t you tired?” Vivienne shook her head. “I wanted to go t
RaylieChloe went inside my room. Surprisingly, she had my phone. She threw it above my bed, beside me. I turned to her, stunned.“How did you get this?” I asked her.“I made a deal with Dad and Mom just to get that, your cards and for you to go back to school. So, you should do better at school starting tomorrow. Don’t skip school ever again, understand? You go to school and don’t do something foolish or you’ll be locked here again.”I sighed and plopped on the bed. “How can I do that? The only reason why I am coming to school wasn't there anymore.” I lazily closed my eyes.Thore and the twins told me that Vivienne and her family moved to a small town far from here. I tried to come to her but I couldn't. And even now that Chloe made a deal with our parents, I am certain Dad won’t let me come to wh
Vivienne St. Louis was a fishing village. How can Mom make pickles here? I sighed. It’s been three days since we moved here and Mom hasn't found a job. Me as well. How can a highschool student find a job in a small town like this? I sat on the wide seawall while watching the sundown. It’s always like this everyday since the first day. Mom would go to the shoreline to buy a bunch of new catched fish and she would sell it in retail at the town. While Vianna transferred to the nearby school. I felt sorry for Vianna. I know it’s hard for her too. And me, I don’t know what to do. I haven’t processed my papers from Brixton yet. All I just want is to escape from there. I sighed. I was thinking what are they doing right now? Were they happy? Is everyone celebrating the newly engaged couple? How about Raylie. Why didn’t he come that night? Thore said that it’s Raylie
Raylie “Let me out!” I shouted at the security guard. But they just pushed me back inside the main door. “You can’t go out, young master. That’s what the master told us.” Every exit was being guarded. I was about to come and meet Thore and Vivienne that night but my father’s men blocked me. My Dad even informed them to fight me if I insisted on going. As long as I am alive, it’s fine even if I am hurt. And that’s fucking bullshit! They arrange my engagement without my knowledge! I was surprised to hear the announcement. And I am sure Vivienne was confused as hell. I wanted to explain to her. I wanted to tell her that I will break the engagement even if it will cause me and my parents to disinherit me. I don’t care! My parents were already controlling Chloe’s life and I won’t let them do it to me too. I start
Vivienne I was surprised to see that Mom was home when I came. I thought she’ll going to scold me for coming home late but she just asked me if I wanted to drink milk before going upstairs. “Why are you still awake? Were you waiting for me?” I felt guilty about that. I waited for nothing while keeping my Mom awake and waiting for me to come home. I am sure Vianna told her I went to my classmate’s birthday party. Mom gave me a soft smile. “I can’t sleep. That’s it.” Her voice was sad. I went to the counter top and sat across from her. I realized our things were packed. Why did she pack it? “What’s the matter, Mom? Is everything alright?” She smiled at me again. Then her tears rolled down. “We paid for the next month’s rent, right?” I nodded. “Actually, we pa
Vivienne We were starting to enjoy the party when the center stage was suddenly lightened up. The host took the microphone and started the show. He first presented the birthday celebrant, then the parents of Szane. I don’t know what else he was talking about but it seems to me that the party wasn’t all about the birthday celebrant but also the announcement of how their family businesses were going. “Raylie, your Mom asked me to bring you to their table.” Loki said. He just came from somewhere after taking a call. “They were here?” Raylie asked, confused. “You didn’t know?” He threw his head back then turned to me. I don’t know what to say. Raylie took my hand and pulled me to stand up. “Come. I’ll introduce you to my parents.” I started to panic and slipped my hands from his grasp.
VivienneIt’s the night of the party. Raylie picked me up at the expensive salon he rented to accommodate my needs. Well, I don’t need anything to get fixed. A light makeup and slight curls in my hair were just enough. I don’t want anything fancy. But all the simplicity I wanted had been covered with the elegance of the red gown that Raylie bought for me.Even the stilettos stand out. I don’t usually use heels but I guess, the occasion asked for it. I once wished to dress up like how I did before. And I guess, tonight is the best time to do it.“Gosh! Your prince was already waiting for you, Ms. Alfonso. Hurry up!”Suzette called out for me. She’s the one who did my hair and make up.“Thanks for everything, Ms. Suzette.” I said with a wide smile, giving my reflection a final glance.