Jessica moved her gaze from one corner of the room to another, looking for a lie to tell but none was coming to mind. "By chance, were you already in the kitchen?" He asked again, hinting at some perfect lie for her. "Uhmm…yeah. I-I had gone to the kitchen!" She lied in stutters, thinking she was safe now. "Does that mean breakfast is ready?" He asked curiously and Jessica's heart stopped beating briefly and continued after she let out a sigh. "Not…yet. I-I…I just woke up. I forgot something, that's why I came." She lied again and it seemed like Cade finally fell for it. "Are you on your way back now? I would love to help you." He suggested and after much hesitation, she agreed, and instead of going into her room, she decided to head to the Kitchen with Cade. They decided to prepare some omelets with cheese and fresh milk. Jessica felt relieved as she thought Cade's suspicions were over but little did she know that more questions were yet to come as Cruz noticed something else
Cruz was perplexed by Cade's declaration as he'd never thought Cade would have an idea about his plan. He was the last person he'd ever wish to know of this so he decided to keep up the act rather than accepting it. "W-what...are you talking about?" He asked in stutters. "At first, I thought you both finally decided to put your differences aside and become friends for my sake but after seeing you kissing and caressing her on countless occasions without her disapproval, I realized the game you were playing with her." Cade huffed as he stood up and paced about the room. "You've got a countless number of ladies, why can't you make an exception for her! If you don't know this before, then let me make it clear to you! Miss Jessica Vegas is mine! You can have every other woman but not her. I thought I'd ask nicely but with your pretense, I realize reasoning with you would be just a total waste of time. Quit your game and stay away from her!" He threatened and attempted to walk out on hi
"Good morning!" Cruz greeted, finally dropping his gaze. "Morning, how…" "Brother, don't you know we're studying? You will make me confused!" Cade complained, purposely interrupting Jessica. "That's why you should just concentrate on studying rather than gossiping," Cruz complained, rolling his eyes at him. "Why are you here anyway?" Cade asked. "I just wanted to let you know I'm going to wor…" "Okay! Just leave already!" Cade yelled and Jessica could tell something was wrong between the two of them. Cruz hesitated before leaving as he feared Cade might tell Jessica all about his plans and therefore make him lose the bet but it's not like there was anything he could do about it. "Did you both have another argument?" Jessica asked once Cruz was out of sight. "Of course not. I just told him a bitter truth but he refused to agree with me. I don't have any problem with him except he thinks otherwise." Cade explained and even though Jessica didn't understand what he meant,
"Jessica…I can explain." Cruz stuttered, racking his brain for the most convenient lie to tell. "Cade is just…(he paused and rolled his eyes at Cade)... being childish and…" "What are you talking about?" Jessica interrupted, confused by Cruz's confusing explanation. "Uhmm…" Cade hissed and stepped out of the room with his books. "I thought you…why will you stop coming to our house?" He asked as it dawned on him that Cade might not have told her anything. "That's because we happened to finish our classes earlier than expected. Cade is doing perfectly well now and he requested that he'd want to spend the rest of the week revising what he'd learn and I felt it was a good idea. I didn't want to insist on coming before he'd become suspicious again but what were you talking about?" She asked after explaining herself to him. 'I got worked up for nothing!' He released a sigh of relief before thinking of what to say to end the conversation. "Actually…he told me about his plans." He
Jessica moved her blurry gaze around the dining table in search of a response. "And so? Can't I do that much? Or are you going to tell me what and what not to do now?" She flared up, her face contorted with rage. "Jessica, can we just talk like two adults without you flaring up? It's not like anyone can control this but the fact that you kept moaning Cruz's name only meant you've been thinking about him. It's worrisome. This guy is getting into your head and I can swear he's just using you. I know Cruz and…" "You know what? I'm done pretending. Yes! Cruz and I are in a relationship. I never imagined it but it somehow happened. But you know what? He's never asked me for s*x nor has he ever tried taking advantage of me for the few weeks I spent with him." She declared openly, at this point, unconcerned about what Leah thinks of her. "You keep going on and on about how much you know Cruz just because of how he lives his social life, but have you ever lived with him? NO! So why judge
Cade remained mute as he tried to gather his thoughts and be sure he hadn't misunderstood her. "I don't know what is going on in your head but, I'm not in any relationship with your brother. Didn't I tell you that before? Why do you always have to doubt me? If you don't like me being in your house or around your brother then that's fine by me but stop talking down on me and stop your endless suspicions!" She yelled at him, making him feel guilty as he was beginning to think his suspicions were wrong. Jessica merged her palms in front of her face, "Your exams are coming right after the weekend, Please! Concentrate on that!" She begged before finally marching out of the room and the house as a whole with so much satisfaction in her ability to turn Cade against himself. As she hopped into the taxi she had ordered, she brought out her phone and put a video call through to Cruz. "I just met with your brother!" She reported to Cruz who was in his surgical clothes as he answered her c
Early the next morning, Jessica decided to wake up early and prepare something for them to eat. As soon as Leah came downstairs, Jessica quickly invited her to the dining table and served her a big bowl of lamb shanks. Leah ate the food slowly even though she felt there was something strange about the nice treatment she was receiving from Jessica and immediately after she finished the meal, Jessica decided to help her reveal the reason for the nice treatment. "This is a peace offering from me to you. Please! Don't tell Tyler about Cruz and I. I don't want him to ruin things for us." Jessica pleaded before walking out of her. Upon getting to her room, she met her phone ringing and the caller turned out to be Cade. She allowed the call to end and then she went through her call history to see that he'd been calling all morning. "I will have to ignore you until we're back from our trip or else you might catch up with my lies again!" Jessica mumbled as she dropped down her phone a
A familiar ringing tone rang disrupting their conversation briefly. "I hope you understand now. Have a nice weekend. And just so you know, I had no fever." Cade said, looking at the direction of the door where Jessica was standing with bloodshot eyes. Cruz and his friends also traced the sound of the ringing phone towards the door and Cruz's knee went weak as he saw Jessica shooting daggers at him with her eyes. "F*ck!" Cruz exclaimed with clenched teeth and fist. "Game Over!" Daniel chuckled before slumping into the couch. "Guess I'm riding a Ferrari outta here!" He added, still chuckling. "Daniel! Can you just be serious for once in your life?" Micheal asked with crinkled nose and curled lips. "What? Should I sympathize with her? She was going to find out sooner or later. Cruz is the only unlucky one here because he didn't get to shoot his shot after putting on an act for so long, he is the one we are supposed to sympathize with." Daniel made his point known and the sat
Cruz Westham and Jessica Vegas's story has finally come to an end despite the bumpy ride. Thank you for following their story to the very end despite my inconsistency, you all are MVPs. Special thanks to those who left comments, gems and likes, I appreciate you and I don't take your encouragement for granted. Writing this book wasn't easy due to life's unforeseen circumstances. I know my inconsistency has affected a lot of people and I deeply apologize for that. My next book is coming soon and it would be joining the Goodnovel Reborn Contest. I hope you show your support like you did in this book. I will try to keep my promise of updating daily like Cruz is keeping his last promise to Jessica. SEE YOU IN MY NEXT BOOK!
"Damn!” Dave exclaimed in awe. “Cruz can definitely hear us.” Dr. Kang affirmed. “Now back to why he is refusing to let us take her…”“Cruz, if you want us to treat Jessica, move your finger twice, if not move it three times.” He suggested and once again, Cruz answered by moving his fingers just twice. “And do you want us to take her? If yes, move your finger twice, otherwise, thrice.” Dr. Kang suggested again and this time, he moved his finger three times.“He wants her to be treated but he doesn’t want us to take her.” Dr. Kang explained. “That means he wants her to be treated here!” Klaus interpreted. “Perfect. Call her doctor! He should treat her here. It would only make Cruz’s condition improve.” Dr. Kang suggested. “And please, no one else must hear of this!” He warned again and the men agreed with her before Dave went to get her doctor. By the next morning, Jessica’s temperature was finally down but she was still in Cruz’s arms. The family was happy she was finally getting
"C-coma?" She stuttered as a lone tear trickled down her cheeks. Dave who was standing behind her slowly massaged her shoulder in an attempt to keep her calm. "How long is he going to be in that condition?" Klaus, who was sitting beside her, asked curiously. "No one can say. Cruz might never wake up." Dr. Kang added. Jessica felt her heart thumping wildly inside her chest. Even though she was prepared for any news, she never expected it to be this bad. As long as the life monitor was on Cruz could be alive but the moment it is turned off, that would be the end of his life. Fortunately, Cruz and his family were rich enough to pay for as long as it would take for him to recover. Everyone was shocked by the news. Every news channel was now carrying the news of Cruz’s misfortune. Fortunately, Cruz was well-loved and he received a lot of good wishes from the masses.THREE MONTHS LATERKlaus's wedding turned out a lot smaller than planned because Cruz's condition had changed everyone
Cade was the first to run into the room upon hearing her shriek. Fortunately, her voice pierced the soundproofed rooms thanks to the fact that Cruz has succeeded in opening the door ajar. Upon seeing Cruz's condition, Cade quickly got the attention of Dave and Klaus. ******Cruz was admitted to the emergency ward of his hospital with Dr. Kang and his assigned doctors working on him. Cade had called Dr. Kang as soon as the attack happened. Fortunately, Dr. Kang who had already predicted this was going to happen came to Los Angeles the same day Cruz had come which was why he directed them to Cruz's hospital and was able to meet up with them in time. Outside the ward was the whole family panicking while Cruz's parents pestered Dave to tell them what was going on. "Why did you have an oxygen mask with you as if you knew he was gasping for air? What is wrong with my son? Why is he in that shape?" Cruz's mom pestered Dave and Klaus, hoping any of them would spill the truth. But none o
Jessica refused to get into the car when she was supposed to leave for her house and aside from being genuinely worried, everyone wanted to know why she was refusing to leave. "Before I leave, I want to be certain that she is nowhere near the house, or better still, I will lodge at a hotel." She finally stated her reason. "Jessica, you won't. I promise." Klaus tried to persuade her. "It doesn't matter. I don't want to live under the same roof as her." Jessica retorted. "Sister-in-law, Valeria can't leave because she was placed on house arrest. She can't even step out of the guesthouse. We can't let her off so easily after putting your life in such jeopardy." Cade added, trying to persuade Jessica to go home. "Did they persuade you to think that House Arrest will suffice? What could they possibly do to her since she is carrying their beloved boss and friends' safest child? I could lose my child anytime because of her but she's Cruz's second chance so they won't risk discomfortin
Back in South Korea, Cruz had suffered another attack after the call and the doctors went through several hours of stress to stabilize him. It was only later the next day that Cruz finally regained his consciousness. By that time, Dave, who had left for South Korea the previous night, was already there with him. Dr. Kang was so pissed with them that he refused to speak with them. It took hours of convincing to finally get Dr. Kang to join them for a conversation but he had a patient to attend to and he agreed to join them once he was done. During that time, Cruz decided to question Dave about the circumstances back at home. "How is Jessica doing?" Cruz asked worriedly as he sat up on his bed, looking a lot thinner than he used to. "Klaus is taking care of things. Dr. Kang is mad because of your recent attack. Can you please try not to involve yourself in the family affairs for now? I promise we will take care of things." Dave pleaded. "How can I when I have completely ruined my
By the time Dave was done with his call, he turned to meet Cade's confused gaze. "Whatever happens in the future, don't look for anyone to put the blame on." Dave warned before walking out on him, heading out of the hospital. Cade was confused about Dave's warning. All he knew was that his brother was a coward who couldn't stay with his wife when he needed her the most. He returned to the room where Jessica's mom was now sitting up, weeping. "I really didn't want to regret joining your family but now I do." She spoke out her mind while staring into Mrs. Westham's eyes. "Jessica really wanted to keep this baby. Now that this happened, she will never be the same again." She continued as she removed the IV connected to her hand and stood up to her feet. "We shouldn't all gather around me. Jessica is the patient here so let's wait around her room. I will take her back home as soon as she is discharged. She will no longer continue whatever this relationship is." She concluded an
"Oh God!" Cade lamented. "F*ck! How could you do this again?" Dave asked as he started at Valeria in disbelief. Jessica was as confused as Valeria was. "What on earth did you give to her, b*tch?" Cade asked as he stood very close to Valeria as if she was trying to swallow her whole. "Cade, back off!" Jessica warned but Cade wasn't ready to listen to her. "What the f*ck did you give to her?" He scolded as he pushed her, making her flinch in fear. For every step she took backwards to create a space between, Cade closed in on her. Even though Cade was young, he was taller and had a well built body and with the anger in his eyes and rage in his voice, it was no doubt it scared Valeria. "Hey…w-what do you think you're doing?" Valeria stuttered. "Cade, I'm talking to you. Back the f*ck off!" Jessica scolded as she grabbed his hand and forcefully pulled him back. Dave didn't know what to do at that time since she already swallowed the pills and the only thing he could do was run ou
Cade couldn't stop himself from crying as he saw the condition Jessica was in. He tried to run to her but his legs felt heavy so he just trudged forward until he finally reached where she was seated.Jessica spread out her arms, calling him in for a hug but Cade was hesitant so Jessica pulled him closer and hugged him tightly. "I missed you." She whispered in his ear. Cruz sniffled hard as he tried to stop his cry. "I'm sorry Sister-in-law. I really am." Cade apologized in between his sniffles. "I'm sorry I couldn't keep my promise of protecting you. While I was there having fun, I had no idea you were going through hell over here." He cried as he clenched onto her. "Cade, what was our last promise at the airport?" Jessica asked as she wiped her tears with the back of her right palm. Cade was hesitant, "To stop being nosy in your marriage.""Very good." Jessica sighed as she released him from the hug and made him sit beside her on the bed. "But this is not being nosy. You're cle