Everyone was happy. They were drinking and congratulating the soon to be husband—Zachary Villarreal.
He was sitting on a six-seater sofa while his friends were next to him. I couldn't decipher his emotions because, since I watched him, his face was only serious. It's his stag party today. It was three weeks before the wedding, but his friends had already prepared this at his condo.
I smirked when I saw how his eyes flushed because of the alcohol. The way his long lashes moved slowly against the light, I knew he was already drunk.
"We have a surprise for you," his friend from his left uttered, and he let out a loud laugh.
Based on my knowledge, he's Thelmo—one of the groom's closest friends. He's the one who prepared the party for tonight.
The other boys quickly cheered, as if they immediately understood what the speaker was referring to. Zachary slowly shook his head with a smile on his face; it was as if he wasn't willing for his friend's surprise.
"Three weeks from now, you'll be tied to your wife, dude," Thelmo urged.
The edge of my lips just lifted. I do know that Zachary was a womanizer, as do his friends. I have often seen his other friends change women before.
Well, womanizer or not, I will make him tempted.
They continued drinking for a few more minutes until his friends finally bid goodbye to each other. Thelmo laughed at Zachary as he pointed to the guest room where I was and sneaked a peek at them. Zachary kept shaking his head and telling Thelmo to bring me home, but his friend ignored him and left the condo.
Zachary couldn't do anything else but massage his temples. Later, I saw him facing in my direction—toward the guest room. I quickly moved away from the door and sat on the bed. I'm waiting for him to enter, even though I don't know if he will come to me.
I adjusted the red lingerie I was wearing as well as the black mask that covered half of my face. I don't know if Zachary can recognize me, but it's good to be sure. My plans can't be ruined.
Few seconds later, I heard his footsteps outside. I sat up straighter and assumed a more seductive position. Zachary went through the door as it slowly opened. Without glancing at me, he undid his tie, as if he didn't want to entertain me at all.
"You can leav—" his words were cut off the moment his eyes landed on me.
He looked at me for a moment. I could clearly see how he was stunned and then slowly swallowed. I remained in my position, not doing anything or saying anything.
"Do I know you?" he asked, brows furrowed.
Very well-known.
I just clenched my jaw and slowly shook my head. As much as I want to say anything, this is not the right time. I had to feel whether he recognized me or not.
He licked his lower lip and walked near me. His eyes never left me. I don't know if he's checking me out because of how I look or if he's checking me out because I am familiar. Once again, his throat moved.
"Fuck..." he murmured a curse and ran his fingers through his hair. "I'm really drunk," he added while shaking his head.
I showed a lot of restraint, just by not rolling my eyes. Instead of waiting for him to act, I voluntarily took off my clothes. His jaw tensed up as he watched me slowly getting naked while still sitting on the bed.
Even though I could sense a hint of lust in his eyes, his expression was stern. He seemed to be holding back even though he was really affected by my presence. I was secretly smirked because of that.
"Stop," he uttered hoarsely when I was about to pull my underwear off my foot.
I looked up at him. I have already stripped off. I thought he stopped me so I wouldn't continue whatever I was going to do, but I didn't expect him to slowly kneel in front of me.
I caught my breath when his hand reached my foot. His fingers sensually ran through my skin and slowly pulled off the remaining fabric. After that, he raised his gaze at me.
Lust. That's all I could see in his eyes.
"You got paid for this, so I'll make the most of it," he said, and his hands traveled to my knees.
I secretly smiled.
Yeah, Zachary. Prove what an asshole you are.
I spread my legs, exposing my womanhood, and put both of my hands on the bed to support my weight. "You have the entire evening to enjoy me," I started speaking.
His throat moved again, and then he shifted his gaze to my feminity. His jaw tightened with his heavy breathing. From my knee, his hand moved slowly up my thigh.
I could feel his hand slightly trembling. I almost smirked because of that.
I have no other feeling for the man in front of me other than hatred. Lust? Affection? I don't have any of it. I just want to have sex with him.
"It will be a rough night. I'm warning you," he said hoarsely as he locked eyes with me for a moment.
I smiled at him and then took his hand, which was close to my womanhood. "I'm prepared," I stated, and put it on my mound.
His jaw clenched. His eyes darkened as well as he stared back at my femininity. Without further ado, he started moving his thumb on my collar. My lips parted involuntarily, and I closed my eyes in sensation because of what he did.
Yes, I don't like him. I also don't lust over him. But to make this plan work, I should accept the desire wholeheartedly.
I spread my thighs even more, causing him to curse one after another. "You like it?" he asked, amused.
I didn't say anything and tried to put his voice out of my mind.
I let out a low moan as his thumb continued to play with my cl-toris while his other finger teased my entrance. There, I felt myself gradually getting wet. I admit, he's good.
My body finally collapsed when he inserted a finger inside my mound. I felt a little discomfort, but it's manageable. It's been what? Two years since my last intercourse.
Zachary started moving his finger in and out at a slow pace, making my moans echoed all over the room. He did that for a few seconds till his pace accelerated. After some time, he pulled my waist closer to the corner of the bed.
"Hnnghh . . ." I moaned under my breath when I felt his mouth on my womanhood.
He explored my wetness from my labia, clitoral area, and vulva. He's lapping, sucking, and tongue-fvcking me. I couldn't stop holding his hair while my thighs were now resting on both of his shoulders. His tongue-thrusts became more intense. Exploring my whole will and driving me crazy. I quickly felt my belly twist as he mercilessly worshiped my cunt.
Another flick of his tongue, and I finally reached my peak. I let out a long moan. My knees trembled. My body suddenly became weak. Zachary didn't stop lapping my mound until I ran out of my release.
When he was finally satisfied, he carefully removed my legs from his shoulders and then crawled on top of me. He looked at me again. He was about to touch the mask I was wearing when I quickly tilted my head.
"It's not in the contract," I said simply.
"I'll pay," he replied.
He was still staring at me. I avoided my face so that he wouldn't recognize me completely. Not now.
"Don't worry. I'll reveal my face later . . ." I paused and slowly moved my hand at his arousal. "After doing it," I added sensually.
Zachary shut his eyes as he heaved a deep breath. It was as if my touch on his manhood was scorching.
"Damn," he murmured and crashed his lips against mine.
Shocked. I almost lost my breath at that moment. I felt my heart racing. Excitement? Yes. Because I knew my plan was going well.
I wrapped my arms around his neck and kissed him back. I was almost out of breath. There was a thrill in each of his kisses that was obviously searching.
"Ohhh . . ." My lips were very loose from Zachary when his hand touched my chest, and he alternately massaged it.
His lips trailed from my jaw down to my neck until he finally reached my tits. I was tightly clinging to the bedsheet as he massaged and sucked on my breasts at the same time. Take turns. Back and forth.
I haven't been able to follow what else he's doing. I just came back to my senses when I felt his shaft grinding against my entrance. In anticipation of him penetrating me, I gripped him firmly.
He let out a soft grunt as his length finally slid in, while I closed my eyes tightly as I arched my back on the bed. His body was slightly lifted from me while his hands were focused on both sides of my head.
He's huge. There was a little pain, but it quickly disappeared when he started to thrust.
"Fuck . . ." I heard him murmur between his rough pounds.
Zachary looked up slightly, and I could clearly see in my blurred vision the appearance of the veins on his neck. His face was also red, and he was obviously enjoying what we were doing today. I also gradually lost my passion every time he entered inside me. He fvck me carelessly. Very full, and I could hardly feel the pull of his manhood because of the speed of his thrusting.
I bit my lower lip when I felt my tummy twisting again. Zachary groaned when my walls hugged his hugeness for my upcoming release. He kept pounding like a beast; it's like he really wanted to trigger my peak.
"Hmmnngh!" I finally exploded when he pressed and slightly moved his length inside me.
My toes curled up. I could still feel my release even though he was still inside and thrusting in and out again. My mouth parted as I let out another moan when he sucked my breast and deeply buried his manhood. I felt him throb inside me as he reached his peak.
We were both out of breath afterwards. He stayed inside me even after he was done coming out. He was lying on my top but was careful not to get me uncomfortable.
"Damn. I can't get enough of you," he uttered.
I was shocked when he rose and fixed my legs, parting them more so he could thrust swiftly. I moaned and grunted constantly as he started to take me again. I thought he'd stop after doing it a second time, but I was wrong. I can't count how many times we did that; all I know is that the sun was almost setting when he stopped fvcking me.
My lips curled into a smile as I watched him sleep. I didn't leave his side. I took off the mask I was wearing and then laid down properly, not bothering to cover my body.
I should rest. Later today, there will be a fascinating show. Thinking about that made me sleep peacefully.
"Have a good day, Zachary," I murmured before finally failing into oblivion.
"HOW DARE YOU DO THIS TO ME!" A loud scream woke me up from my deep sleep.
Even though I'm tired, I can't help but smile, and I can feel the person next to me quickly turn rose because of what I heard.
"Fvck," I heard him utter.
I slowly opened my eyes. Zachary was running his fingers through his hair as he glanced at the woman who was now standing at the door. I could clearly see the redness in her eyes from anger and pain.
"Eunice," Zachary called his fiancee's name.
I slowly got up. Instantly, Eunice, my so-called half sister, dropped her mouth open as she stared at me. She blinked several times as if she couldn't believe what she was seeing. Because of it, Zachary, my ex-boyfriend, started to pay more attention to me.
From the corner of my eyes, I saw how his jaw clenched. If last night it was because of my body, today it's because he didn't expect me to be the one he fucked. I badly wanted to smile because of that.
Unbothered by their stares, I slowly picked up the comforter and covered my naked body with it. When I finished, I turned my eyes to my sister and smiled. I didn't pay attention to the man next to me, who was silently watching me.
"Good morning, sister." I almost puked after saying the last word. "It's good to see you again," I added and grinned devilishly.
"You are shameless," she said with trembling lips.
I acted surprised by what she said. "Come on, Eunice. Is this how you welcome me?" I said it sullenly. "Look, can't we have a good greeting first? You know... I'm a bit tired now, eh?" I continued looking at Zachary. "Your fiance made me so . . . exhausted."
"Do you think you can destroy our marriage? Is this why you're doing this?"My focus turned to her again. We stared at each other for a second. She gave a mocking laugh and shook her head incredulously."You haven't changed at all, Atasha," she snorted.I stood up with the blanket wrapped around my body. Without asking, I went to Zachary's closet and picked one of his oversized t-shirts. I also chose shorts there and then got dressed in front of them without caring. After dressing myself, I then turned to look at my sister. Zachary was still sitting on the bed with his boxers on."Eunice, you are too much of an overthinker," I said and laughed a little. "Destroy it? Can't I just miss my ex?" I smiled mockingly."How dare you?!" She quickly came to me and gave me a slap.I didn't move from my place and smiled. "What? Isn't this normal? I thought it was okay for us to share. You know, like before."Her face immediately lost color. She looked at Zachary for a moment, who was still starin
"YOU'RE pregnant?" Eunice uttered when she saw my baby's ultrasound.I smiled and nodded then gently touched my stomach, which had not yet bulged. I'm nervous but excited at the same time. Even it's too early to say, I promise to give everything to my future child."Does Zachary know? How about Daddy?" she asked again."Not yet. I intend to tell Zachary when he gets home from their convention in Zambales. I'll tell Daddy later tonight. I'll just take a rest," I replied.Here we are in my room. I just got home from a checkup, and Eunice was the first person I told the news. We're half-siblings. We are not very close, but we are not enemies either."Atasha, Daddy won't be happy about this. You know his campaign for governor is in full swing right now. Besides that, you know he doesn't like Zachary because he doesn't belong to a rich family. What are people going to say to Daddy? That he let his daughter get pregnant even though you are not married yet? This is a mess, Atasha, considerin
It's been two years. I'm not sure if time actually passes swiftly or if I just don't forget things easily. I just shook my head and wore my glasses before looking back at the big house in front of me."Welcome back, Atasha," I said to myself, then started walking into the yard.Nothing's changed. The mansion's interior and exterior still share the same aesthetic. My heels made noise every time I stepped on the marble floor. I couldn't help but become serious when my memories progressively brought me back to what happened two years ago.I smiled bitterly. Family. They said, abandon everything except your family because they are the only ones you can count on until the end. But that's not the case for me.How can I appreciate my family if they are the ones who destroyed me?"What are you doing here?"I smirked when I heard Eunice's voice. I stopped in the middle of the large living room of the house and then raised my eyes to her. She was walking down the stairs, and next to her was my
One . . . two . . . three . . .Three clicks of my pen and Zachary's eyes darted at me again. After disturbing his class, he continued teaching his so-called students. He didn't even bother to give me the momentum to introduce myself up front.Even though I was somewhat interested in what he was teaching, I didn't pay much attention to him. My gaze simply followed him everywhere. I must say, he's a good teacher. He would not be a professor otherwise, I suppose.I licked my lower lip and lazily leaned my back against my seat, exposing my leg under the slit of my fitted dress."Ms. Rodriguez, what the hell are you doing?"A smirk crept into my lips when I heard his baritone voice. His eyes were glaring at me; it was as if he was killing me with them. The veins popping out on his neck didn't even escape my sight.How many times will I watch him go to this state after I come back? I chuckled in the back of my mind.I innocently raised my left eyebrow. "What do you mean, sir?" I asked whil
"Hmmngh . . ." I muffled a moan under Zachary's hand.He was ruthlessly claiming me while covering my lips with one of his hands, silencing my audible groans. My left knee was grasping his other arm as I was pressed against the restroom wall."Hush. Tone down your voice," he grunted under my neck.My back arched when he sucked on my tits like a hungry baby. He pinched the top of it with his teeth and licked them with his tongue. I was engulfed by anguish and pleasure. I felt as though he was torturing me while also leading me to the ninth cloud."Fvck," I heard him murmur; he seem frustrated.He removed his hand from my mouth and hoisted my other leg in one swift motion. My knees embraced his hips, and my arms wrapped around his neck for support. I groaningly moaned when I felt him filling me to the brim. My back nearly scraped against the chilly bathroom wall as he proceeded to lash out with forceful thrusts."Ahhh! Hmmnngh!" I couldn't hold back my moans anymore.My nails dug hard i
I could tell I wasn't in my own room by the manly scent that greeted me when I woke up. While I relived the events before I fell asleep, I kept my eyes closed and felt my surroundings. I momentarily went into shock since I had assumed no one else was nearby when an arm unexpectedly snaked around my waist and a warm breath brushed the side of my neck.Slowly, it dawned on me. I am at Zachary's place. We're on his bed, sleeping together.I don't know how to act or think. My brain went blank because of what was happening. I didn't expect this.Is he still asleep?That explained why he's acting like this. His body moved unconsciously without knowing that I was the one who was beside him, not Eunice. I almost rolled my eyes in the back of my mind.I let him while I continued to pretend to be asleep. Besides, I'm still tired, and I could feel pain in my whole body. I won't be surprised if I notice bruises later.Zachary was a beast in bed. He's always been like that, but I have to admit he'
I confidently strode down the hallway wearing a simple backless top and a short fairy skirt. Tracking down the classroom where my favorite professor was teaching. Mind the sarcasm.Two days passed, and during that time I did not attend any class. I spent my time relaxing and catching up on some projects that have been on my mind since I returned from the Philippines. I am a fashion designer, and I have my own clothing line. Even though it was not extremely famous, I could say that it was known somehow. I have four branches, two in America and two here in the Philippines.I didn't bother knocking and just walked into the room. Just like that, Zachary's eyes immediately met me in the middle of his teaching. His jaw tightened, and he looked at me intently."Ms. Rodriguez," he mumbled and looked at his watch. "Are you aware that you are thirty minutes late for my class?" He raised his eyebrow and scanned me from head to toe.One thing I liked about this school was that they don't have a d
I was lost when Zachary brought me to his condo unit. At first, I thought he was going to ask for it—the thing that we'd been doing for the past few days—but I was shocked when he carelessly shoved me in his room, then left."Stay here."It was the only thing he said before leaving. I couldn't move or even speak because of the shock and surprise. Who wouldn't? He was so irritated, and then just like this?He didn't abduct me, right?To be sure, I stood up and checked the door lock. That's not locked. My forehead furrowed even more. I also tried to check the main door, but even that was not locked."What the hell is he thinking?" I murmured unconsciously.I went blank for a moment, confused. I went over what happened again and again, but I couldn't get an answer to what he was doing now. It would have been more acceptable if he had brought me here to fvck me, but he just left me.I let out a sigh before walking into the kitchen, opening the fridge, and taking a pitcher from there. I wa
Study, graduate school, and work. Actually, that's the only plan I have for my life. My studies come before anything else, no matter how much time my buddies and I spend hanging out or drinking. But I had a different goal when I met Atasha Rodriguez. She is simple but beautiful. Her appeal was so strong that even if she were just sitting and busy with what she was sketching, she seemed like an angel in my eyes."You. I've been noticing for a long time the stickiness of your gaze on the fine art student who often hangs out on the bench," Thelmo commented when we once had a drink in his dorm.My jaw quickly tightened, and I looked at him intently. "How did you know her?""Whoa! Chill, no one is going to steal your babe," he said while still raising both hands in the air. "It's obvious what course she's taking; besides that, I can already smell your moves by simple passing through their room even though it's faster on the other pathway."The rest of our companions laughed and showered me
We won, and all the people who have sinned against us are already behind bars. I don't know how Zachary was able to sue Tita Ayna, but I am grateful to him anyway. I can now face our children in peace.Even if it's bad to be happy amid the sadness of others, I can't help it. In two years, I finally got justice for us. It's like I was saved from drowning—I breathed and found new hope to continue the life I once gave up."W-We did it," I stuttered and cried as I hugged Zachary.His arms quickly wrapped around my waist, and he planted a kiss on my hair. "You are now free, baby," I heard him murmur.I just cried. I can't stop the happiness that escapes from my chest, and I know that he is the same. It's over; our fight is over."Thank you. This wouldn't be possible without you," I said between sobs.I felt him shake his head, and then I was carefully pulled away from him. He held my face and kissed my forehead. He smiled at me despite the tears forming in his eyes."I can't do this withou
The following weeks passed quickly. We stayed at Nanay Victoria's home for two days before returning to Manila. Zachary and I wasted no time; he underwent counseling after our assessment, while I, on the other hand, had a therapy session. It was a little difficult for me because I had to go over everything again so that the doctor who was looking at me could understand my condition. Nevertheless, I was comforted to know that I had someone by my side the entire time.I was diagnosed with PTSD. I'm not surprised because that's what my old doctor in America confirmed to me. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder is not curable, but people with this condition can improve their symptoms significantly.I couldn't help but be impressed with how professional Thelmo was at work. Although he and Zachary knew each other, he was not opinionated. He is a friend outside the hospital, while he is a doctor inside. He doesn't force me to talk if I don't feel comfortable. He supports everything I say or do.I
I used to believe there was nothing more agonizing than what I went through, but now I'm being forced to feel it twice as much. It's been two days since I found out about the deaths of my pet kitten and my unborn child, but I still don't know how to accept it. I felt like I was losing my mind.Angel suffered a deadly wound that resulted in significant bleeding before she passed away. Unfortunately, I dropped her after getting hit on the head, and a shard of glass punctured her chest. While I lost my baby because my body was weak and I was under a lot of stress, I also had to be injected with some drugs.I couldn't help but hold my deflated stomach as I stared out the window. I don't know which is more painful: losing a child that you know you are carrying or losing a child without even knowing that there is a life that is still forming inside your body. I sighed and tried to swallow the pain that was blocking my throat. I want to cry, but my eyes feel so tired. It seems that even thos
I'd be lying if I denied that I wasn't exhausted from the fight I was in. For two years, anger kept me alive, but that didn't mean I wasn't slowly being drained. The people I trusted betrayed me, and even if my anger towards them reached the sky, the pain they left in my heart is still there. I was always aware that the road I was going to take would not be easy. I didn't just want justice for my unborn child; I also wanted to destroy their lives in every way to satisfy myself. Now that I'm slowly getting it, I feel like I'm lost in nowhere."You don't intend to turn the hospital into a hotel, do you?" Aireen tried to joke.I just rolled my eyes at her. "Go away; your fvckbuddy is waiting for you downstairs."I thought she would tease me again, but she just stared at me. There was sadness in her eyes, and I didn't know what it was for. Later, she let out a forced smile before patting me on the shoulder."Just call me again when you need something," she said before finally leaving.I
I know I am enough for my child; however, sometimes I also thought that if I were to disappear, who would stay longer at Angelei's grave like I did? And right now, God has given me the answer to that. I smiled bitterly as I watched Zachary kneeling and silently crying in front of Angelei's grave. I don't know how many hours we have been here; after I was admitted to the hospital for four days, I asked him to drive here first. I know it's too late, but I still want to make up for it and clear his name.Throughout the two years that passed, Angelei became my sympathizer for all the pain and anger I was carrying. I made her feel like we were the only ones on our side, and I loaded her with the hatred I had for Zachary. That's why, now that I know the truth behind my miserable life, I know I have to fix everything. I'm not the only one hurting. With every tear falling down Zachary's cheek, I know that, like me, he can't help but blame himself, even though I keep telling him that he is inn
A mixture of machine noise and whispers woke me up from my deep sleep. My eyesight was blurry as I gently opened my eyes. I wasn't sure if I was awake or in delirium. There were a few vague people I couldn't figure out, including one wearing a white lab coat and a man in front of him who had his back to me. They were speaking, but I was having trouble understanding them.What's going on?I tried to open my mouth to speak, but I couldn't. It felt like something was blocking my throat, but I couldn't tell what it was. It's like every part of my body is being stabbed; I'm kind of numb with intense pain. I looked around again, and it was still the same. Everything my eyes can focus on is blurry and wavering."I'm sorry, we really tried to save them both." I heard someone mumble as my eyelids closed again, slowly.I heard some cursing, but I didn't follow it any further. I feel like I'm lost in the dark. There wasn't any light to go to or anything to hold on to. I am like a wave that is ca
Zachary was sound asleep next to me as I stared silently up at the ceiling. He gave me a warm hug around the waist while his head sat on my neck. I glanced at him for a second, then sighed warily.I asked him to fvck me, not because I wanted to, but because I needed him to do that in order to prove to myself that he and Eunice are still connected. But I admit, I was lost for a moment when we were busy doing that. It was as if my libido fully controlled my body, and I didn't feel any disgust.I just let out a sigh and slowly left his hold. I pulled the comforter over our naked bodies and sat down, wrapping the blanket around me. I absent-mindedly combed my hair with my fingers and then looked back at him.On a sinking ship with all of us on board, Zachary chose to abandon Eunice. Why? I am unaware of that. What is the strongest potential reason for him to break his previous commitment to her? He used to be there for her through good times and bad. Revenge? To what end? As far as I can
It was already past four in the afternoon when I woke up. I didn't even realize that I fell asleep crying. A small table on the side of the bed caught my eye as I gazed around the room. In addition to a bouquet of flowers, there was a plate of stir-fried noodles on it. I approached the table with nothing on my mind when I noticed a note on the edge of the plate. I took it and read it right away.To the most gorgeous woman I've ever met,I'm sorry. Whatever I did wrong, which I don't know, I want to apologize for it. I hope this small gesture will help you feel better.I stared at his letter for a few seconds. I tried to remember the reason for my anger earlier, but I don't seem to know where to look for it now. I was confused by what I did. No matter what I do, I can't understand why I feel bad for a simple noodle."His madness is infecting me," I blurted out, massaging my senses.I put the note back on the table and then focused my eyes on the food. I automatically felt hungry, so I