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Nabrel really called me at 10 pm, at the exact time when his shift ended. And I can't believe I really waited for his call! I was looking at my phone to check for his call every minute and it's pissing me off when I received none! I understand that he's just following the rules about not using cellphone. What kind of management is that, right? What if there's an emergency at their house? How would he be able to know that if he cannot even touch his phone while working? Very irrational and unjustifiable!I told him to free his schedule this coming Sunday. He didn't hesitate to say yes. He told me that he has work on Sunday, though. I didn't ask. I will pay him so he wouldn't think that I'm bothering him.Davien didn't come back at the mansion. He texted me saying that he needed to go back to Manila because of the work he left. I didn't reply. That's what I've been wanting to happen. I really think we need to cool off. He should know to himself that's what we need. He's the reason why
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"I'm good. School is about to start so... yeah." I smiled at Davien. He told me about his upcoming birthday. That's two weeks from now. It will just be an intimate family dinner. Of course, Dad and I will be there."Are you sure that you're gonna take Architecture? I thought you wanted to be an attorney?" he asked curiously. He was at the office. It's part of his training at the heir of De Luxrey."Hmm. I just realized that being an attorney is a tough job. And very dangerous. I heard that Tito Ludwig often receives death threats. I don't want that.""You're right. Having a dangerous profession will never make you happy. You wouldn't enjoy it."I pouted, zoning out for awhile.Davien and I... are okay. I guess. The past couple of weeks, he has been calling me nonstop. I could say that he really is making everything up to me. He often sends me gifts. Even without special occasion, I receive an Hermes bag or Saint Laurent purse out of the blue. Recently, he sent me Manolo Blahnik pumps.
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Until Nabrel came back with two plates full of food, I was still in my reverie. I could hear him saying something but I couldn't make up of his words. There's only one thing that's running inside my head right now.I shook my head a bit, trying to erase that thought. I picked up the utensils, removed the tissue around it. I tried to taste the pork, but I failed. It was too bland, at least for my taste... or because of my bitter mood right now.. I glanced at Nabrel, who was silently eating beside me. When he felt my gaze, he turned to me. He chewed slowly as he stared at me. His eyes dropped on my plate."D-Don't you like that food?" he asked softly.I bit my lip, and tried to smile. "I like it. It's good." My voice was husky. I don't even know if I said it clearly. I was glad that I was able to stop my voice from trembling. If that ever happens, I would just wish to disappear. The image awhile ago was still playing inside my mind, drying my throat. I grabbed the drinks and sipped fro
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"How are you doing in Belleza Eterna, Talianna?" I put down my red wine and smiled at Darius, Davien's father."It's fun. I've actually learned to love Belleza Eterna because honestly, I hate it before. Dad knows that but now I can tell that I've been enjoying it somehow." I chuckled a bit.His wrinkles showed up even more when he smiled widely. But despite of those wrinkles, he was still a good looking man. There's no doubt that he's Davien's father. They looked almost the same. His wife, Tita Lyanov, died because of cancer."That's good to hear. Davien is always asking me to let him visit you every once in a while. He doesn't want to be away from you, Talianna." The old man laughed heartily.I just smiled, dropping my gaze on my plate. I drifted my eyes to Nalya who was sitting beside me. She showed me her iPad that has an extravagant blue ball gown."Isn't it so pretty, Talianna? I want to wear this on my birthday! Daddy!" She showed it to her father."Nalya, please, put that iPad
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I grabbed my chiffon cover up and immediately followed them to the guestroom. I was still severely trembling like a leaf, tears unstoppable. I was so scared. I don't think I would be able to sleep tonight. Nabrel puts down Blair on the bed. They were both dripping water. I stood behind Nabrel. I bit my lower lip while contemplating the right words to say. I sniffed quietly, wiping my tears. I glanced at my Dad who was looking at me with his cold eyes and crossed arms. He pursed his lips and cleared his throat. I averted my gaze. Regrets filled my insides, making me weak. I probably look stupid now. "Blair, I think you need to change your clothes first. You should rest for a while. You can leave tomorrow," Dad announced. Nabrel was sitting on the side of the bed, staring at Blair who had a small smile on her lips."Thank you so much, Sir. Uhm, I'm sorry. The bed is soaking wet because of me...""No. It's fine. Change your clothes. You might get sick." I swallowed before opening my
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A typical first day of school. Few students were already in the classroom. I think we're just around ten in here and this girl beside me has been glancing at my bag every second. I raised an eyebrow, silently asking her why she is doing that."Uhm, your bag is just so beautiful. That's Givenchy, right? And it looks legit! That's expensive, isn't it?!" she commented in an exaggerated tone. Her voice caused some students to glance in our direction."Hmm. Not really. It's just hundred thousand." I shrugged.Her jaw dropped, eyes widening. "God! Really?! Are you serious?! That's more than my five years allowance!" Her wavy shoulder length hair emphasized her small face with some bangs. She looked like a Korean. She's kinda cute. I just smiled at her. "Uhm, I'm Camille. It seems to me that you didn't graduate senior high here. Your face doesn't look familiar at all. You went from where?" Her eyes squinted, scrutinizing me."I'm from Manila. My dad took me here because... because I like
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I received a message from Kennedy at 10 in the morning. He said that he'll be here earlier than our other groupmates. They stick with the plan of coming here at lunch. They were probably lazy to move."Your classmate is waiting for you downstairs, Ma'am. He said his name is Kennedy," Josefa informed me when she knocked on my door.I nodded and asked her to offer Kennedy a snack. I saw Kennedy sitting on the couch when I was coming down the stairs. He didn't touch the sandwich infront of him but he almost finished the juice. "Uhm, should we start now, Talianna? I brought my laptop," he uttered as he stood up.I pouted, nodding."Alright. I'll just go back to my room. I forgot to bring my laptop. And please, text our groupmates and tell them that we're gonna start the project," I said before walking away.We sat on our lanai. I asked our maid to prepare bite sized watermelon and strawberries for snacks.I looked for possible sources in the internet. Our topic was a bit complicated so
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I pushed Davien using my free hand. He didn't expect that as he took a step back. His lips pursed disapprovingly, almost breaking his jaw. My breathing became fast. Taking a step back, I glared at him. "Fuck you!" My voice shook uncontrollably. I pushed his chest. "Don't fucking threaten me like that, Davien. You don't fucking care I'm seeing someone here! We're done. I'm fucking done with you! Stop acting like you'll fucking die if I ever leave you because you're the one who ruined everything between us! Stop meddling with my life! Can you please leave?! Fucking leave now!"He smirked and stepped forward. His eyes narrowed with full of rage, tilting his head. His eyes flashed with indignance and anger. I watched as the whites in his eyes almost turned a pure black. I couldn't recognize him anymore. The boy I used to know was gone. He's nothing but a complete worthless asshole now."I'm not threatening you, Talianna. I'm just being completely honest. You better hide your boy toy. M
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I was staring at the ceiling all night. There was a small voice inside my head, making me realized the things I mindlessly said to Nabrel a couple of hours ago.I closed my eyes tightly as I flipped my body on the bed.Why did I say that? And now, I can't even sleep because of regret I am feeling.I pushed the comforter away from my body and got off the bed. My steps were fast as I went out of the room. I did not even knock in the guestroom where he was. A dark room welcomed my sight. It was cold because of the air conditioner. I gently closed the door.I bit my lower lip as I walked carefully towards the bed. I saw his silhouette through the dark. He was laying on his stomach. I could even hear his breathing.My heart clenched painfully whenever I think about the things that I have said to him. I never wanted to say those words. I never wanted him to hear those from me.I laid beside him. I wrapped my arm around his waist as I buried my face on his neck. He moved slightly. I remaine
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"Mommy?"I immediately pushed Nabrel when I heard that familiar small voice.I saw Vendrick who was peeking from the door. I did not even notice that it has been opened!I cleared my throat before I glanced at Nabrel who had his hands on his hips as he brushed his fingers through his hair.I stood up and went to Vendrick."What are you doing, Mommy? Who's that? And why is it so dark in here? Where's Daddy?" I carried him and turn on the lights. Vendrick's innocent eyes drifted immediately to Nabrel.Nabrel was simply staring at us. He had this unreadable expression. His lips were pressed into a thin line. "Why is there a stranger in your room, Mommy?" Vendrick was kitting his forehead as he studied Nabrel. "Who are you?""I am your real father," Nabrel uttered in a cold voice that made my eyes widened.He pouted when he saw my reaction."What? But my father is Davien De Loughrey. Mommy, do I have two fathers also?" The kid was beyond confused when he looked at me, waiting for confi
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"Why did you come? You should have just take a rest," I uttered after I pulled away from hug.He just smiled at me, grabbing my hand."Do you want to ride the boat?" he asked me as he started walking, still holding my hand."Ride a boat? Now?" My brows furrowed. "We will going to watch the sunrise, baby. Just like before..."When the boat started moving, he went back beside me and sat. The sea was still dark, even the sky. I hugged myself when the cold breeze kissed my skin. I just covered my night dress with a tobe so I was freezing cold."I am sorry. This is so sudden," he whispered as his arm wrapped around my waist, pulling me more closer to him a if we still had space."It is really so sudden. Why are you showing up suddenly like a mushroom?""Don't you want me to?" he asked softly.I rolled my eyes. "It's not that. I was not even able to bring jacket. It is so cold." I also noticed that he was not wearing a jacket, only black t-shirt. Like he was really used of such cold weath
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"Did you enjoy your few week of vacation in here?" Davien's voice was cold. That was the first words he said when we started eating.I quickly glanced at him from my plate. We were sitting across each other. I was silent the whole time and I am sure that he was watching me.When I got home few hours ago, I did not say anything to him and neither him. He was silent when he saw me but I could feel that his attention was on me. The only words he said was when he called me to eat and after that, he left."Of course." I even smiled at him. But he did not have to know the reason behind my smile.Vendrick was already in his room and sleeping. He was already sleeping when I got home. I did not expect that he brought the child with him. Fely just mentioned that the kid was upstairs and sleeping because he was tired from playing at the shore. The maids were outside now so Davien and I were the only person in the dining area.Even though I was tired, I told Nabrel to send me home. He wanted to g
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"What are you talking about?" I was just staring at his dark face. I don't even know if those words really escaped my lips. I feel like everything froze in front of me. I shook my head as my knees felt so weak. I was struggling to find my own voice. The beat of my heart was suddenly so hard to portray in words. His forced laugh was filled with affliction. His voice was broken when he said all the words."I have waited, Talianna. I waited for two fucking years inside that fucking prison. Even just a peek..." His words came out through clenched teeth. I saw how his eyes darkened with pure anger and sorrow."Even just a fucking peek..." His eyes were already filled with tears. While I was still powerless in my spot. I was frozen. I could not even blink. "Y-You're lying... no..." I shook my head repeatedly. "Why are you lying?!" I slammed my fists to his chest despite of my wobbling knees. I pushed him with all my strength. He did not even move. He just let me but his gaze was making m
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I don't know if I was already tipsy or worse, drunk. I could not comprehend the things around me anymore. All I wanted to do was to find out what they were doing inside and why they were taking so long so come back!I knew damn well that I should not give a fuck about things like this but I just can't sit on that fucking chair while a small voice kept on whispering inside my head. I swear, I will go crazy.What were they doing? Really, Nabrel? While your celebration is ongoing? While your guests were outside... and you were here... with that woman...My heart felt so heavy in each step. I was breathing so fast and hard that I thought I am going to lose my balance. I felt the tears forming in the corner of my eyes.I was fuming mad. That is all I am sure about.I went to the dining area. There were some waiter in there, preparing some foods. I immediately turned around and left the place when I did not see them.I bumped into Minda who was holding a tray. She had a huge smile on her li
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I was coming down the stairs when I heard Sandro's voice. He was talking to Fely and they were laughing together. It was a Saturday morning. I just finished my workout routine and already done taking a shower. I only have a whole week left to enjoy my stay here before I go back to Manila. "Oh! Here she is. I am sure she will come because she has nothing to do here. She is always bored," Fely said when she saw me.Sandro flashed his wide grin when our eyes met. I smiled back at him. Why is here? Again? He is Nabrel's subordinate and I know that he is here again for a reason. "You are really beautiful, Ma'am!" Sandro uttered, looking at me with adoration in his eyes. I can't help but roll my eyes at him. He scratched the back of his head."Engineer is in the garden," he said like I had to know about that. I creased my forehead. He ignored my reaction as his smile was still wide."We brought you some shrimps and squids. We fished earlier, Ma'am," he continued."Thank you," I said polit
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"Sandro is on his way here. He will send you home." Nabrel's voice was serious, not looking at me. His eyes were focused on his plate as we had our breakfast.I pouted, nodding my head slightly. I was wearing my red sweaters which Minda had washed already. If I was insane, I would probably steal all his clothes and bring them home. There is something comforting about being able to get a whiff of his clothes. It's calming... comforting... And aside from that, I rock his clothes more than I probably should. Thank God the rain has stopped and the sun has already come out. The warm and vibrant light of the sun made its way inside the room through floor-to-ceiling windows. He brought foods in his room and we ate together. We were both silent. I was glancing at him as I sipped on my coffee.He was wearing a dark blue sleeveless shirt and white shorts. Muscles rippled under his shirt. My gaze dropped to his powerful chest. As much as I did not want to, my eyes stared at it longer than I
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After I ate, he went back. There is still a lot of foods left. I only ate one butted toast, one sausage and some piece of vegetables. I did not even touch my rice."Just stay on your seat. I will do this." Nabrel glared at me when I was about to help him clean the table."Suit yourself!" I rolled my eyes and remained on the couch like what he had said.I crossed my arms infront of my chest as I watched his every move. His brows were furrowed a bit as though he was doing a very challenging task. He did not even spare me a glance.I rolled my eyes when his eyes quickly glanced at my direction."Did you change my clothes? Why am I wearing this longsleeves polo?" I pointed at the clothes I was wearing.His dark brows furrowed even more. The foods were already on the tray. It seemed that he was done."Minda was the one who changed your clothes," he answered in a deep voice. I sensed a bit of annoyance in there."And why the hell are you mad? Where is this Minda you are talking about, then?
