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JacksonDays later10 am, Luke and I had just taken off for Mexico. The next day, there would be a surfing competition and I, being a professional surfer, would be present. The event would be tomorrow at 11am and in order not to be late I arrived a day early, depending on my schedule. There were moments when I didn't stop, I traveled the world, struggling on different beaches and doing my best. Despite being rewarding, it was exhausting and exhausting.Today the competition would be in Mexico, the city of Cancun, luckily Luke was able to take a week off and accompany me. Before the trip, I asked someone I trust to always check and spend time with Drogo and Wiskas, so they wouldn't feel alone and be fed, since it wasn't possible to take them on the trip. At the airport we walked to arrivals, where the driver who would take us to the hotel would be.From afar I saw a man in a suit, calling me and waiting, it was my agent. I noticed that Luke looked at me, as if she wanted to tell me som
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Next morning Luke 11 hours I was on the beach watching the participation. It was him and several other surfers, competing, seeing who could maneuver the sea waves best. Jackson was perfect at what he did, like he was born to do it. I and many others shouted his name, because he was modestly the best. I don't know how he managed to surf those waves, because for me they were scary and I would have died of fear. I would never be able to surf like that. Ultimately, Jackson had the best score, winning the competition. I was elated, jumping up and down with so much happiness. He received the cup, raising it and listening to everyone applauding and including. Thanking the judges, he kept his gaze on me. Because I was his boyfriend, I had the privilege of being in front of everyone, along with the other surfers' families and being able to hug him when he approached. “I'm very proud of you, Jackson... “he said, almost tearing up, because he deserved the world. He held my hand and kissed i
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Jackson Days later 9 am, Luke and I had just taken off for California. Today there was an art exhibition that I was invited to attend. The event would be at 6 pm, but whenever possible, I arrived hours before the scheduled time, taking advantage of strolling around the place. Today the exhibition would be in New York. At the airport we walked to arrivals, where the driver who would take us to the hotel would be. The hotel provided a car to pick us up, as a courtesy. Luke and I sat in the back seats and along the way, I noticed that Luke was looking out the window at the city, as if she knew it, while we were on the way to the hotel, she looked with a smile on her face, as if she was living the past again. “Your old days. " Yes! This is the city where I was born, I remember that I played a lot here” Luke commented smiling. I had already been to California several times, as most of my exhibitions were held here. “I remember that I loved spending hours on the beach, playing ball w
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15 hoursJacksonI just got out of the shower again, ready to get dressed, before I picked up my cell phone and saw that messages were coming in."I'm on my way. I didn’t buy the pants, I don’t want to delay you.”I read the message she sent me and rolled my eyes, but replied, stating that I was at the hotel. The event was at 5pm, from the hotel to the venue it was only 15 minutes, but my girlfriend was already telling me from 2pm that we were late. I didn't know what the rhythm of this woman's watch was, but according to my watch it was 4 pm. She had gone out to do her hair and makeup, then go back to the hotel and get dressed."Quiet. We still have time”"We are late!!"Luke definitely had anxiety, there was no other explanation. I didn't understand, we weren't late, there were still two hours left before the event and everything was already ready, because while she went to get ready, I stopped by the studio to see how my painting and decorations had been placed. I had given her one
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LukeAfter the auction, there was a restricted party, attended by all the artists and guests. The place was beautiful, everything was well decorated and with bright colors, but it was more of an inauguration party than fun. Jackson introduced me to a few people who were immediately interested in hiring me to organize wedding events.“A confident man who knows his worth will always praise his partner, whether in public or private.”Something I saw in Jackson, in the middle of the party, even though he was the one who stood out, he made a point of mentioning my work and appreciating me. Something that in my other relationships I didn't feel was that my exes sometimes felt threatened or didn't even like someone praising me for my merit or work. Jackson seemed otherworldly and at times seemed unreal. Being in a group of two couples, one of the ladies asked:“So you organize weddings?“ Yes, I work at Dream Weaddings, an agency specializing in wedding events.“One of the biggest companies
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Next dayLukeEarly in the morning, Jackson and I returned to Miami back to our house, but I saw that he was following another route that didn't take us to our condominium.“I thought we were going to your house.“Let's go to my house... “Jackson smiled sideways. “One day you asked me where I keep my other paintings, which is the most comfortable place. Remember?I nodded, remembering. He said it was a peaceful, welcoming place, where art overflowed throughout the house. A place that, according to him, was a refuge.“That's where we're going. I want you to meet “Jackson stated.“ Jackson... “ I took his hand, moved, because when I asked him, he told me it was a safer and more private place. He knew he wouldn't take just anyone there.Jackson held mine and brought it to his lips, kissing it lightly. I never felt so special as when I was with him. He wasn't the man to make promises, to say nice words, he wasn't the most romantic and sometimes he joked when I was serious, but in the end
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Next morning Luke “Today is the happiest day of my life”she said wearing a beautiful, long, flared-style white dress with short sleeves. My wedding day with the best man in the world. “Here we are again” I said, trying not to cry, I was emotional and always have been. Thomas nodded with a smile. I nodded and we went to the place where the wedding would take place. Being in the room, I just waited for to anounciant tha is my time. Outside, I waited for my turn to come. My hands were sweating, I felt such tightness in my chest that I almost lost my breath. I took a deep breath, trying to calm down and at that moment I heard the music from my entrance. With a smile I faced the door and when I took a step forward, they opened allowing me to pass. The room was full of people and some people and that today I was going to marry the love of my life. I took another step looking at the altar and my heart stopped when I saw that he wasn't there. “Jackson... “ I hurried my steps until I rea
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Luke I was in the meeting room of the company where I worked, along with some organizers, waiting for Anne and Dereck to sort out the last details of the wedding. There were only 29 days left until the wedding and we needed to make the final arrangements. I was next to one of my co-workers who also organized the events and sometimes worked with me. There were four employees in the room plus the owner of the company. I worked as an organizer, who had to check that my client's orders were being made and on the day of the event, presence was essential. “ What was it like working with the bride and groom’s family? “She whispered to me curiously. “Apart from the out-of-hours calls, it was peaceful. Nothing stressful... “I replied and we both laughed. Soon after, the door opened and I saw the couple walking in hand in hand like a perfect couple, even though Dereck was serious. Anne had a wide and excited smile, even though she was nervous like many brides. We stood up and greeted the co
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LUCIEN I wake up early because I have to prepare Carol before going to school. I wake up 15 minutes late, now that I'm anemic, nauseous and dizzy. I'm slower and I can't have the same agility as before, but I'm improving. Dereck gave me his room and went to sleep in the guest room as I ordered. Lazily and drowsily, he gets me out of bed and leaves the room, walking down the hallway until I reach Carol's room. “Carol, wake up... “I say, entering the room and see the empty bed. I hear voices and I walk calmly, because I recognize Dereck and Carol's voices in the bathroom. I look over and I can't believe it when I see Carol already ready and Dereck holding her hair, trying to make a bun. The two talk, laughing. Carol teaches Dereck how to make a bun and the two have fun together. This dedication from Derek moves me. “Lucien, good morning... “Carol notices my presence. They both look at me without understanding what is happening. “ Sleep well? “Derek looks at me smiling. “Yes... “I
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Lucien Next morning I was sitting on the bed in the hospital clinic. After so much effort I managed to eat, as she was dying of nausea and lack of appetite. Days later I felt unwell again and ended up in the hospital again. In fact, I had severe anemia and needed care. I finish eating lunch and place the plate on the tray. I pick up my cell phone and start texting my friend, wanting to know about my sister. I'm missing my little one. As soon as I pick up my cell phone and the door opens, I see the vision of Dereck and Carol entering my room together. Carol soon runs to me, carefully sits down on the bed and gives me a hug. “ My love! “I give a lot of kisses, full of longing. “ Are you well? “Yes, but I miss you too. Dereck approaches me with a calm look. “Are you feeling better, Lucien? “ What are you doing here, how do you know “Lorena told me everything. “ It's nothing serious. Thank you and thank you for bringing my sister “ I say smiling, because I can't disguise my happi
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3 weeks later Lucien I walk through the garden near my house with my sister, who is now 9 years old. She's getting more and more beautiful and it just fills me with pride. Always on Sundays, from 8am until 1pm, they close the street for walking. It's 9 am on a beautiful summer day. I wear black leggings and a black top, with a cap, and my sister is wearing yellow. Her favorite color. “Lucien, can I have a puppy or kitten?" “Of course you can, but do you promise to take good care of your pet?" “ Promise!" “Okay, this week I'll take you to an animal adoption home and you choose. “Yay! “Carol smiles, jumping. My sister has always liked animals, just like me, but since my dog died ten years ago I've never had another pet. Her name was Betsy, she was my companion and best friend. “Little brother, isn't that Dereck? “Carol points out the last man I want to see on the face of the earth. She runs happily towards him, calling him. “Carol, come back here! “I quicken my steps, wanting
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LUCIENI want to hurt him at all costs. I want him to feel what I felt, to live in a dark world like the one I lived in when she simply took me out of her life as if I were nothing. “You’re no use to me.” I never forgot that phrase, but what continues to kill me inside is the way she said it, looking coldly into my eyes and having said it so easily, without even blinking. I didn't know if she ever really loved me or if it was her comfort, as she said the last time we saw each other, before I went to New York. If Dereck knew, I would leave everything for him, because he had everything here. He felt complete and anyway, he encouraged me to fight for more, but he destroyed every good thing I believed in. He made me see that love is for idiots and only serves as a consolation. That social level is much more important and now here I am. I'm on the list of the most successful.I've been in several places, until I got here, fighting to finally have the world I had left without him. I went to
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LucienI am stopped, as Dereck closes the door again, blocking my passage.“ You are crazy? “Dereck holds my arm and forces me to face him. “You're the one who's crazy and has a level of infinite arrogance!“I learned that from you.“What did you call me here for, then? To humiliate me? To be arrogant and rude?"What did you expect from me?"I stare at him for a few seconds, with no answer to give him, as I was expecting the opposite. I expected a yes and not just on the proposal, but on everything. I was hoping for a yes to having him back in my life. I expected a kiss and hot sex like other times. I was waiting for that Dereck I had known for four years, who said he loved me and adored my sister. That Dereck, who today was more like a Lucifer, a traitorous angel.Dereck holds my face, puts his mouth on mine. A rough, dominating kiss, as if wanting to demonstrate who the alpha is. A good, suffocating kiss, a mix of love and hate, perhaps more hate than love.“ Let me go. “I push him
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3 years laterDerekIn my room, just wearing a towel, choosing the suit I'm going to wear. I go to the wardrobe and see the shirt I wore the day I met Lucien at the strip club, a splendid night and a path to happiness, which I interrupted or which fate did not allow. I show a smile and run my hand over my dress, I close my eyes remembering the wonderful night I had. I remember his hands on me, feeling me, a touch without kisses, but one that managed to cause incredible sensations in my body. I open my eyes, returning with my feet on the ground; I close the wardrobe and finish getting dressed.I had been invited to the opening party of a multinational company called “Lucius”. An international magazine company, and one of the most expensive. This company exists in several places around the world and now it would have a branch here too. I had no idea who the partner of this company is, since it chooses a partner in each country where it has an established branch. However, I know one thin
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LucienI'm at home, I just got out of the shower, as I had gone to the gym. I just wear sweatpants and go to the fridge, make a snack and hear the doorbell ring.I quickly open the door and have a pleasant surprise when I see Dereck in front of me. I then give way for him to enter. I see the concern in his eyes, he looks distressed and afraid.“ Did something happen?He takes a deep breath, takes out his bag, takes out an envelope and hands it to me.“ What is that? “I ask, already opening the envelope. I take out the letter and start reading. I was accepted to do a 4”month corporate management internship and, if all went well, I would be given the position on a two”year contract. I'm speechless.“Congratulations “Dereck says with a trembling voice.I look at the date the letter was signed and it was just over a month ago; I only have fifteen days to prepare.“Dereck, when did you receive this letter?“ A month ago...“ One month? It took you a month to show me this?“I know, sorry! I
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DERECKIn front of my papers, I am analyzing some documents and signing new partnerships. In the middle there is a letter, coming from another multinational company in New York. In fact, this letter came by mistake, it was for Lucien. Months ago, another publisher opened applications for anyone who wanted to do a management internship at the company. Lucien and many signed up; he, as my assistant, is more than aware of what it's like to have to deal with certain companies in terms of business and everything. That's why he signed up. I took the letter and was in shock, not knowing what to do, I don't know why I'm anxious for the answer. I'm selfish for a moment in wishing that the letter stated that he didn't get the position, as I want him close to me and not far away, but I also hoped that he would be accepted, as it would be a great opportunity for him to grow in his professional career and I I would be very proud. I spend a few seconds looking at the letter, not knowing what to do,
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LUCIENI leave Dereck's office and go to my desk. Dereck does the same, going to his appointment. I spend some time at the company, sorting out some of my documents and sorting out some things. There's only me in the company, my other colleagues had already come forward. I close my suitcase, turn around and come across Ryco, who is looking at me in a bad mood.“Geez, Ryco, do you want to scare me to death?“What's going on between you and Dereck?“ What do you mean by that?“I'm not an idiot, Lucien, I see the looks, your reaction to her... “Ryco puts his hands on his hips. “She even tries to hide it, but I see a sparkle in her eyes.I don't comment, I just look at her as if I don't understand what she's saying.“Have you guys been fucking each other? You left me to hit the boss, didn't you? So you Lucien, all correct, opening your legs for your boss?—Watch how you talk, Ryco! He pays your salary and mine too, so let's have respect in our work environment.“I know you have been seein
