Yes! Of course, that’s what my heart wanted to scream.
“W-Why?” But that’s the words that came out of my lips.
“What do you mean why? Are you rejecting me?”
“What? No!” I quickly replied.
“Then does that mean…”
“Yes Achilles, you can court me.” I cut him off and smiled.
Amidst the students watching us, he hugs me tightly.
“Achilles! They were watching!” I whispered.
“Don’t mind them, Jada, you have no idea how happy I am.
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Days turns weeks, and weeks turned months, Achilles never failed to give me flowers and fetch me from the university. We’re still in the dating stage but his consistency is surprising.
I was on my way out of th
My heart was beating so fast as took a glance at the ring, it has a little diamond on top of it. And when our gaze locked, his eyes were like that again, full of emotions, from the coldest Achilles I’ve met to this one. It’s quite different but so heartwarming to see.“Then be my man, Achilles.” The only words came out of my lips. His eyes slowly widened.“You won’t take it back right?” He asked unbelievably, as he waits impatiently on my answer, it was all visible on his face.“Do I look like I’m kidding?” I shot back. And before I could blink his arms were completely wrapping me now tightly.“Thank you, baby, you have no idea how happy I am tonight.”When he removed his brace from me, he took my hand.“This ring will keep you remembering that there’s a man r
My knees tremble and sweat continuously cascades down my forehead as anxiousness fills me. Despite every anguish rushing in, I managed to turn around.“Jada!”I heard him screamed my name once again before I ran away. Just when the elevator opens, I quickly get inside, impatiently pressing the button for the door to be close, but a part of me was hoping that he’ll chase me, unfortunately, my pipe dream slowly fades as the door closed and no sign of him pops out.Tears started to fall along with my knees off the ground. But before I would look pathetic in front of everyone, I pulled myself up just before the door opens again. I run to the parking lot and drove as fast as I can to be into my condo before I messed up in front of these people. They don't deserve to see me breaking.My phone was ringing repeatedly while I’m putting all of my clothes in the suitcase. It
Frozen by his last words, another strike of pain crossed my chest. “His first love?” I asked, hoping that he’ll answer differently this time. Achilles never mentioned that he has a childhood best friend and his first love. I thought his mom is the only reason why he hates women. “Yes, Jada.” Taken aback when Caleb speaks again, I heaved a deep breath to calm and stop myself from the urge of tears wanting to fall. “Therefore, she was his past….” I paused for a moment and give him a cold gaze. “I am his present.” “No matter what his reason is, it won’t validate what I’ve witnessed with my two eyes, Caleb. They were kissing. The woman is on top of him, half-naked.” I continued, trying to explain to him that this isn’t all about that woman, and who she is in his life but rather the scene that I’ve witnessed with my two eyes. “Is it no
The audacity to call me his girl. Before anger consumes me, I run toward Henry and help him get up.“Are you alright?” I asked the most stupid question I’ve said in my entire life when I saw an open wound on the side of his lips slowly bleeding.“Don’t worry about me, Jada.” Henry shot back and try to smile yet it only gave me a fake one as a hint of pain flashed on his face.“Let’s go, Jada.” Along with that firm baritone voice was a tight grip on my left arm. Quickly flinching from it as I threw him a glare.“Leave me alone.” I coldly stated. Despite the medium pitch of my voice, it has been heard. Probably because everyone was finally watching us, and not even creating a single sound.“Jada.” Achilles called me in his menacing voice but I remain blank. What is he doing here any
Awakened by the sound of the strong splash of waves, I lazily get off my bed feeling all the heavy pain right inside my chest just to be greeted by the sunlight touching my skin as I opened the window of the cabin.A small smile escape my lips, I will never be tired of seeing this kind of scenery every day. The day was too good to be ruined by what happened last night. So instead of locking myself in this cabin just to avoid seeing him, I’d rather enjoy this amazing paradise right in front of me.I quickly remove my shirt and shorts, revealing my white two-piece bikinis, and walk toward the tempting blue ocean as the white sand slowly coats my feet.“Catalina needs you, and I don’t?” I asked him unbelievably.“Let me remind you Achilles, I’m your girlfriend. She might be your first love, your first heartbreak, and your first i
The moment my red stiletto step onto the black marbled floor of the Coleman Empire, their eyes settled on me. The black sunglasses I was wearing gave me the advantage to look at them one by one without them noticing, some looked surprised, others were faking a smile, and a few were greeting me nervously. The empire was still full of male employees, aside from me as his secretary, but seems like something changed in just a short span that I was gone. Well, it doesn’t matter, what’s important right now is that I’m back.I continued to the 50th floor of the building and heaving a deep breath before I entered the only office on the last floor.I sighed in relief when I saw no one inside, but left me questioning where he is right now. I walk to the table where my name is written on it, yes since I am working as his secretary I have a small working area inside his office, just a few inches from his des
“P-please?”No. That’s what I wanted to say, simply because I’m not a masochist to do that. However, a part of me is convinced that I can’t say no to her hopeful facade. Before I could open my mouth, the door suddenly opened. I wanted to thank that person for coming in at the right time but when I recognize who it was, things get more complicated.“Achilles! I thought the business will be over this late afternoon? It ended soon huh?” Catalina run toward him and hugged him. But the man’s eyes were settled on me.“By the way, I’ve met your secretary, Jada. I like her!” Catalina exclaimed smiling widely at me.I smiled back and stands up.“Maybe I should leave you two for a while. Call me when you need me, Mr.Coleman.” I casually said before I walk straight ready to vanish from their sight
When our eyes locked, my heart started to pound abnormally. How on earth did he find me?“W-We’re close,” I uttered and was about to pull down the shelf when his well-toned arms hold it without any effort.“Martini.” I tried to call him and communicate with my eyes.“Don’t worry Jada, I’m here for a vacation, I wasn’t expecting you here as well.”I sighed.“Look, Martini…”“Jada relax. I’m not here to cause any trouble. I saw how peaceful and happy you are here.” He smiled.“Fine but please…”“Don’t worry about me, Jada.” He cut me off again.I nodded and prepared his orders. He sat on one of the tables, while patiently waiting for it. Martini was a