"Alli!"
It was Alexa. She texted me last night asking if I could spare her time because she wanted to talk to me. Even though my schedule is loaded, I still made time to meet her. I know that the reason why she wanted to talk to me is because of Noah.
"Alexa!" I greeted her back and kiss her on the cheek.
We are in one of Thomas' restaurants. Most of Noah's family are in the food industry. Some of them open a restaurant and bars. Some chose to be in food distribution like wine. Thomas' restaurants are also known here in America but not as famous as Noah's restaurant, simply because Noah's restaurant is their family's legacy. Yes, Noah was chosen as the heir of their family business.
"You're back." I was startled by Noah's cold voice. The way he looks at me matches the coldness of his voice. He was seated in the home bar area. It was Noah who suggested building a home bar in my apartment. We both love to drink wine and other liquor, especially during winter.Andrew is across him, looking like a bartender in the bar. I saw him pouring whiskey on Noah's glass.My forehead creased. What are these two doing right now? Are they doing a role play where Andrew is the bartender and Noah is the customer?I went to them and kiss them both on the cheek."What are you guys d
"Can we invite Noah to join us on the island?"The excitement in Andrew's eyes is now gone. It was replaced with a frown. "Why do you want to invite him on our vacation? We both agreed to spend this vacation with just the two of us." He calmly said.I lower my head due to the guilt that I am feeling now. I know that I am being unfair to Andrew. He was right, we both agreed to spend this because with just the two of us. But I don't think I'll be able to enjoy the vacation knowing Noah's heartbroken.Andrew sighed and pulled me to him and he wrapped his arm around me. I leaned on his chest.
"Hello? Alli?""Dude I was the one who called you and you are looking for my girlfriend?" Andrew said a bit annoyed.My eyes widen. I can't believe that Andrew really calls Lieo! Did they reconcile already? That's great news! I'm happy for both of them."I know that it's your phone number. I just assume that it was Alli who called using your number since it's impossible for you to call me especially at this hour." Lieo calmly explained."Fine. The reason that I called is that I want to introduce you to someone." Andrew said then he look at Ava.Ava on the other hand suddenly became qu
"Oh! You guys are fast!" I rolled my eyes at my cousin who was the one who opened the door for us. He asks us to come in, I rolled my eyes again at him as I was entering their hotel room. Andrew and I had no choice but to shorten our vacation because of these people. I didn't get all the details, all I know is they are here because they have a meeting with Catherine to talk about the sponsorship. I didn't know that this sponsorship is in a hurry for them to fly here in the US."We are now complete!" Mike said cheerfully. Indeed because even Iya was here. I can't believe that time will come where I'll say to myself that I am not happy to see them. How can
The party has already started but Noah and Ava are still on the road. My forehead creased. It's been an hour since Noah texted me that they are already on the way here. They are supposed to be here by now because my apartment is just 30 minutes away from Ava's house.I excuse myself from my friends to call Noah. "Where are you? You guys are supposed to be here by now!" I said as soon as Noah answered his phone. I heard him sigh. "We are already outside your apartment." My eyes widen. "What?! Then why are you not coming inside?" I asked."Ava is hesitant to come in," Noah explained.
I was shocked and ashamed at the same time. I realize that in my eagerness for him to move on, I became insensitive to his feelings. I know how hard it is to move on from someone you truly love. I'm so thankful for the love that he is giving me, but I want him to fall in love with someone else who will give me the love that he deserves. "I'm sorry," I said sincerely.Lieo smile at me but it didn't reach his eyes. My heart hurts seeing him like that."It's okay. As I said, I know that your intention is good. But I will appreciate it if you will let me move on, on my own way and phase." He said quietly.I bit my lower lip and nodded at him.
"Excuse me?" Anne was stunned by her sudden reaction. She cleared her throat and avoided my eyes.I'm not sure if this is the first time that she lost her temper. I guess, Liam still affects her. That increases my curiosity about their past relationships. I know that I shouldn't fry on her business with him, but I can't help it. I wanted to know more about Anne's past since she's working and close to my boyfriend, Andrew."A-Andrew, I suddenly feel unwell. Can we just meet tomorrow about the contract?" Anne asked looking so pale.Andrew nodded but looks confused. "Sure, you look pale. Let's meet tomorrow."
"Can you cancel your meeting with Liam?" She pleaded.My forehead creased from her request. What's with Liam? Why Anne is so affected by the fact that I will meet the guy. "Give me a reason why do I need to follow your request." I challenged her.I don't have any plan to follow her request but I may consider it if she will give me a valid reason.Anne looks at me intently. She was trying to read my mind but I just remained poker face."Liam will surely ask you about me." She said.I frowned. "Why will he ask about you? I mean our meeting has nothing to do with you, the meeting is purely business." Anne's expression did not change. It was serious and so sure of her statement. "What's with you and him?" I asked curiously."It's none of your business. Just promise me that you will cancel your meeting with him and you will never meet him again or I'll steal Andrew from you." She warned me.The concern I felt for her vanished. How could I forget that this girl is different from what she