****Monday morning.****** Since she made a promise to both Kai and Gwen, Eva woke earlier and got dressed in a navy blue V-neck embroidery floral pattern side knot waist dress with a white ankle strap heels and a white duster coat. She styled her natural wavy hair and left it to fall freely behind her back while she applied a little touch of makeup on her face. After she was done dressing, Eva grabbed her bag and headed out of the room down to the dining room. “You’re heading somewhere?” Damien asked when he saw how fully dressed Eva was. “Good morning hubby. And yes, I have to go to the company today as much as I hate it.” She first of all greeted Damien with a small smile before replying to his question. “Hm. I was starting to wonder if you really had nothing to do.” Damien said as he turned his attention back to his food. “What if I don’t?” Eva curiously asked while looking at Damien who didn’t raise his head at her. “I would have taken you along to the company with
" What does my manager have to say this time to me?” Eva asked as she obediently sat down while looking at Gwen. Gwen didn't bother replying to Eva as she grabbed her tablet, tapped a few things on it before passing it over to Eva. " That's your new daily schedule from now on. You have been too lazy, that's why you're not coming to work everyday, so I took my precious time and spent the entire night doing this. Cherish it very well because it's at the cost of my sleep.” Gwen remarked and leaned back on her chair. “You really don't want to leave me alone to have peace, do you?" Eva commented, raising her head up to look at Gwen. “You wanted to rise back to the top, didn't you? I'm just helping accomplish that mission." She replied and stood up from her seat, walking over to Eva and stood in front of her. “Stand up." She told Eva who didn't argue and did what she said. “Hm……good figure. I'm impressed how you remain in shape after all these years and months of vanishing in
---------- Meanwhile, at the time the word was being spread, Christine was still sleeping sweetly in Mark's home. A few days ago, she had adamantly refused to continue with the stupid act of staying in the hospital by her company so she went directly from the hospital to Mark's mansion. As his fiance, Mark couldn't argue with her and even asked the maids to take extra care of Christine while he was away at work. Christine was busy having a nice snack in the afternoon and watching a movie in the living room with no worries. Surely, she had nothing to be worried about for now since she's got a deal that would boost her rank and status. Or so she thought she still got the deal. Unfortunately, her little, peaceful afternoon was cut short when a maid came to inform her that she had a visitor. She immediately asked the maids to let the visitor in because she already knew who it was since she received a call earlier. “Tanya, you’ve arrived?" Christine uttered when she saw her secon
"Well, I only found out today as well. And it was President Adolfo's assistant that told me before I went to ask him directly which he confirmed was true. Don't blame me without knowing the full story.” Tanya retorted back angrily, making Christine glare at her. "Don't speak to me in that tone, Tanya. Olivia would have informed me about situations like this if it was her, but ……” " So what? I get that I might be skilled as Olivia but isn't she the one who betrayed you now? She sold you out and went back to her real company. Stop comparing the both of us because I'm incompetent but loyal to you.” Tanya didn't wait for Christine to finish her words before she interrupted her. Christine rolled her eyes and did not bother to reply back to Tanya since she was right. "Let’s go back to the office now. This incident, I want President Adolf to give me an explanation in person." She knew that if she was to discuss the matter with President Adolf over the phone, he would somehow sweet talk
President Adolf let out a sigh and adjusted properly to his seat. "Christine, this matter has gone beyond my control. Don't worry, I’ll help you secure an even better deal." He told her. "What are you talking about? You know as well as I do that Miss Lexy, who is one of the judges at the Top Ten Model Awards is the sister to Mr.Carl from HB Industry. This deal was really important to me and most importantly, how could you let them take it from me and hand it over to Elite Entertainment?" Christine angrily slammed her other hand on the table. "She……she had already stolen a great spot from me and the show, so wasn’t that enough? Why does she have to fight over everything with me? I don’t care about your excuse but.....if I lose this deal, then I won’t stay in BTG either." Christine declared, making President Adolf raise his brow at her. "Don’t speak out of anger, Christine." President Adolf replies, trying to control her temper, "How could you give up so easily. You know that the
On the other hand, Eva was busy with the task Gwen gave her but out of laziness she escaped from the task and went to hide in Kai's office instead. “What are you doing here? You've been lying on that couch for the past thirty minutes, why aren't you with Gwen?" Kai asked as he glanced at Eva. “Am I disturbing you? I've maintained my silence ever since I came here though." Eva replied, still lying on the couch. “You are not a disturbance to me and at the same time you are. Gwen told me she has some things she wanted you to train on, most especially now that you've got some work to do." He remarked and flipped to the next page of the documents with him. “Exactly what I came here for because I'm running away from Gwen." Eva answered. "And please, stop making the deal I accepted as a big deal. Compared to the deals I get in the past, this deal would be considered and classified as a C rank dealership contract for me.” She added. It was true, if it was in the past when she still ru
Eva smiled as hung up the call but it soon disappeared when Kai interrupted her moment. “Somehow you are happy and glowing brighter than I've known you to be." He commented, making Eva turn to look at him as he stood up and walked towards her. “I don't understand you. I've always been happy all the time.” Eva replied after he sat beside her but Kai shook his head in disagreement with what she said. “Nope. You always wear a happy mask on your face in the past when you are still together with that Johnson prick but I choose not to say anything as long as you are always with both me and Nathalia. Honestly, it hurts then seeing that you are under much pressure and you're just too stubborn to let go of him. This is the first time I'm seeing you not wearing a mask ever since the day I saw you again." He told her. Eva blinked her eyes at him. “I guess you're right about what you said…..” " You shouldn't be worried about it because it's a good thing to see you happy now for real.”
Meanwhile, both Christine and Mark were having dinner together but Mark kept staring at Christine's dull and gloomy expression ever since he returned back from work. Though he had things to do, he couldn't ignore Christine, especially when she looked like that. He had not yet been informed of the news involving the change of ambassador since that wasn't his own line of business. He only gets involved with the entertainment industry because of Christine and nothing more. “Christine, is there something troubling you? You can always tell me and I will fix it for you." He asked, making Christine look at him. “Nothing is wrong. I don’t want to trouble you with my problems, you have things to face as well.” Christine shook her head. Her words were saying she didn't want to disturb Mark but her actions were enough for him to tell that there is a problem with her. “You are not troubling me with anything, so tell me what it is." Mark told her. Christine looked at him with a bit of he
Her words seemed to shatter the last of his control. Damien’s movements became more deliberate, his hands exploring her body with a confidence that left her breathless. She felt the heat of his touch through the thin fabric of her dress, and when his lips found the sensitive spot at the base of her throat, a soft moan escaped her.The tension between them built with every touch, every kiss, until it was almost unbearable. Damien’s hands found the straps of her dress, and he slid them down her shoulders, his lips following the path they left behind. She felt vulnerable yet safe under his gaze, the intensity in his eyes making her feel like the most precious thing in the world.Just as they reached the point of no return, the shrill sound of Damien’s phone shattered the moment. He froze, his forehead resting against hers as he let out a frustrated groan. “You’ve got to be kidding me,” he muttered, his voice filled with irritation.Eva couldn’t help but laugh softly, her cheeks flushed a
She trembled at his words, their certainty sending a ripple through her. He spoke with such confidence, so assured that she would stay by his side for the rest of their lives, and to her surprise, she found comfort in it. There was something deeply reassuring about his unwavering resolve, about knowing he was the kind of man who would cross oceans and move mountains to keep her close—even if it meant chasing her to the ends of the earth just to bring her back."I never intended to run," she whispered, her voice soft but resolute. Her words made his heart race. He tightened his arms around her, unwilling to let go.Eva remained nestled against Damien’s chest, her breath steadying as his strong arms cocooned her in warmth. For a moment, the world around them seemed to disappear, leaving only the two of them in the magical ambiance he had created. The distant hum of the city and the lingering scent of roses faded into the background, replaced by the quiet, steady rhythm of his heartbeat
Okay, now remove your hands."Eva hesitated for a moment before doing as Damien instructed. When she opened her eyes, confusion flickered across her face. Darkness engulfed her entirely, so thick she could barely make out his silhouette ahead of her."What's going on—"Her words faltered as Damien pressed a button. In an instant, the oppressive darkness was replaced with a breathtaking display of shimmering lights.The scenery before her was magical, like something out of a dream. Majestic archways adorned with twinkling lights stretched as far as her eyes could see. Each arch was intricately designed with delicate white metalwork, interwoven with clusters of vibrant flowers. Fairy lights danced across the vivid blooms, their colors blending into a mesmerizing spectrum. String lights cascaded above them, adding to the enchantment.Her gaze drifted downward, and her breath caught. The ground was a carpet of roses—red, white, and pink—arranged in a heart-shaped pattern so intricate it s
Suspicious, Eva pulled out her phone and opened the camera. Her eyes widened in horror when she saw the glaring red marks on her neck—two perfectly visible hickeys."You!" she gasped, smacking Damien’s arm as he burst into laughter."You… you…!" she stammered, completely flustered. Her thoughts raced in a whirlwind of panic. ‘Oh my goodness! Has it been there this whole time? Is that why people kept staring at me?!’"It’s not funny!" she scolded, now using her purse to hit him, much to the amusement of his bodyguards."If it makes you feel better, you can leave some on me too," Damien teased, winking playfully. She retaliated by swatting at him repeatedly, but he was far too amused by her adorable expression to take her seriously. The mere thought of her leaving a mark on him filled him with excitement, his eyes glinting with anticipation and unspoken hopes."You wish!" she snapped, instantly crushing his hopes, though his smirk only deepened."Careful what you wish for," he murmured,
After the haunted house, Eva eagerly dragged Damien from one ride to another—towering roller coasters, spinning swings, and even a few kiddie rides. For her sake, Damien endured the sweltering heat and the endless lines. He’d thought a regular FastPass was fine, but Eva insisted they live like “normal” people for the day.He glanced at her flushed cheeks and noticed her eyes drooping slightly from the heat. With a sharp flick of his wrist, his bodyguards stepped forward. One handed him a hat while the other awaited further instructions."Get iced drinks," Damien ordered, placing the hat gently on Eva’s head.Her curious eyes peeked up at him, and she began to speak, but he cut her off with a sigh. "You're overexerting yourself, silly." Pulling out a pristine handkerchief, he wiped the beads of sweat forming on her forehead with surprising tenderness."But it’s so much fun…" Eva mumbled, reaching for his arm. To her dismay, he dodged her touch at first, only to surprise her by intertwi
Before she could respond, he kissed her with a fierce urgency, his lips claiming hers with an intensity that left her breathless. His mouth was rough and demanding, pulling her closer, but there was also an undeniable sweetness in the way he tasted her. Despite the forceful kiss, a warmth spread through her, igniting a growing heat within her body.A sharp gasp escaped her when he nipped at her bottom lip, the sudden sting quickly soothed by his tongue, the tenderness of his touch both punishing and soothing in equal measure. His kiss deepened, and as promised, her mind spiraled into blankness, consumed by the sensation of his lips on hers. His hand slid behind her, giving her a gentle but possessive squeeze that made her heart race.The soft sound of her breath hitched as he continued, kissing her mercilessly until her lips were tender and swollen. Her legs were barely holding her up, but he was there, steadying her, marking her with every kiss, every touch. When he finally pulled aw
“Don’t worry, Big Boss. If you’re scared, you can always hide behind me!” Eva smirked, seizing the rare opportunity to tease Damien. When she saw his face darken, the corners of his mouth pulling down into a displeased frown, her laughter bubbled out uncontrollably. The sound was like a melody that softened his rigid expression, a faint smile threatening to break through.“Oh, and here—” she extended her hand toward him, her eyes twinkling with mischief. “You can hold my hand too. Don’t worry, dear prince, This knight will protect you.”Her challenge was met immediately as Damien grabbed her hand, his firm grip tugging her toward him. He leaned down, his lips brushing her ear as he whispered, his voice low and husky, “Teasing me like this won’t end well for you.”Eva’s stomach flipped at the sensation of his breath on her skin, but she refused to give in. Smirking, she countered, “Not before I teach you who’s in charge today.” She was amused that, even though he was clearly scared, he
Everywhere they went, they drew countless stares. Some people even stopped mid-step, their gazes lingering on the captivating striking pair. Some stole discreet glances, while others openly stared, mesmerized by the strikingly elegant couple. Despite the commanding presence of the tall, suave man walking beside her, she did not appear overshadowed. Her sharp eyes and composed demeanor radiated confidence, her neutral expression betraying nothing as she took in her surroundings. Together, their combined aura was magnetic and overwhelming, an air of authority and sophistication that seemed almost regal. They were, without question, the embodiment of a true power couple.“Oh my gosh, he’s so handsome!” In a hypnotic daze upon seeing someone so blindly charismatic, one woman whispered to her friend. “I wonder if he’s a model or an actor.”“No, he looks like an immortal!” another chimed in, hearts practically radiating from her eyes."Pfft! Ivy, you’ve been watching way too many historica
Eva tried to push him away, but Damien effortlessly pulled her back, pressing her body into his chest, solid as a wall. “I don’t have enough experience for that,” she muttered, her gaze shifting away to hide her embarrassment. She was skilled in many things, but kissing wasn’t one of them.At her admission, a surge of possessiveness coursed through Damien. His voice was firm and resolute as he said, “You don’t need experience. I’ll teach you.” His dark eyes held a depth of devotion that sent shivers down her spine.Eva thought he was joking, but the intensity in his gaze told her otherwise. Reluctantly, she smirked, “Alright, have it your way.”Seeing her compliance, his lips curved into a contented smile that only brightened his mood further.“"I have somewhere to take you," Damien said, his deep voice drawing Eva’s attention.She glanced up at him, her curiosity piqued, but instead of asking questions, she handed him her purse and cell phone without hesitation. "Hold this for me," s