Solana's POVI stood in the room, gazing at him, but the pain in his eyes became too much to bear so I walked away and decided to leave his hotel.I hailed a taxi and instead of heading to Dad's house, I asked the driver to take me to the cemetery where Mom was buried.After a few minutes, I arrived at the cemetery. Taking a deep breath, I stepped out of the vehicle.As I walked inside, I found my way to Mom's tomb after a short walk."Hi, Mom," I greeted, smiling softly at her tomb as I sat on the grass, not minding the dirt that clung to my pants."I'm confused," I confessed, letting out a soft laugh. "I don't know what to do with my life anymore. Fear has consumed me, and I feel so lost. I have no idea where I'm heading or if I'm ready to accept him into my life. I know I love him. What I felt towards him didn't change, but fear is consuming me, and I can't figure out what I want. I'm scared to hurt him and to get hurt as well."Tears welled up as I spoke, and I wiped them away."
Solana's POVI feel my knees getting weak as I stared at his face.The warmth of his hand that is resting on the side of my waist crawl to my whole body and made my heart beat erratically."W-What are you doing here?" I asked nervously.Alton's eyebrows furrowed while looking at my face intently as if he is mad or something."I should be the one asking you that. After rejecting me I will find you here having fun, you have your ways of insulting me Solana," he said without breaking off the gaze."It wasn't my plan to go here. Allison convinced me to party with her" I said explaining to him why I am at the club even though I didn't even owe him any explanation.I didn't need to ask for his permission to come here, so why am I explaining?"Allison forced you to come here?" he asked then removed the strands of my hair that covers my face and tucked it behind my ears."She convinced me to come here," I said.I can feel my breathing getting heavy as I felt his touch on my face."Why did you
Solana's POVWhen I opened my eyes, the first thing I saw was Alton's chest. Lifting my head, I noticed Alton sleeping peacefully, his arms wrapped around my waist. I wanted to push him away, but I felt guilty because he seemed peaceful and tired.I contented myself by staring at his face, but my eyes widened when he opened his eyes. I immediately pushed him away, and he fell on the bed."Shit!" he cursed, glaring at me while massaging his back."Why did you do that?" he asked, looking at me with furrowed eyebrows and a pained expression."Is someone there?!"Panic surged through me as I heard Kris' voice. I looked at Alton, but he seemed unfazed."Kris is here," I said."So?" he asked nonchalantly."Hide under the bed," I said in a panic, attempting to push him under, but he refused. Before I could hide him, the door swung open, revealing Kris.Kris rolled her eyes at the sight of us and put down the ladle she was holding."I thought some thief got in," she said."Why are you treati
Solana's POVAfter closing the store, I headed home, and upon arriving, I saw Allison again in her party outfit."No, I won't come with you, Allison," I said before she could even invite me."Fine, Solana," she responded, then stepped out of the house.When Allison left, I headed towards the garden to look for Dad, and I was right, he was there, having his tea."Hi, Dad,"I kissed him on the cheek and sat on the wooden bench in our garden."How's work?" he asked.I let out a tired sigh as exhaustion surged through my body. I was happy that we had many customers, but it meant my whole body would ache because I stood all afternoon attending to their needs and entertaining them."Tiring," I replied, leaning my head on his shoulder like a child.Dad's hand stroked my hair, and I felt comforted. My eyes automatically closed, and I took a quick rest."Remember to take a rest, Solana. You should take care of your body," he reminded me, making me smile.We stayed in that position for quite so
Solana's POVDays went by with the same routine that I have, and I thought it would end the same. However, I was wrong because upon closing my store and stepping out of A&S Mall, I saw Alton standing outside, leaning on his car with his hands in his pockets.I ignored him and walked towards my car, but he called me, and when I didn't look at him, he held my hand and made me face him.I stopped walking and faced him with a raised eyebrow."Do you need anything?" I asked, and when he heard that, he held his chest as if my words had hurt him."You are hurting me, Love," he said, which made my furrowed brow crease even more.I removed his hold on my hand and looked at him intently."Do you need anything?" I repeated, raising my eyebrows as I waited for his answer.Alton shook his head and then smiled at me."Nothing. I just want to see you," he said, locking gaze with me.I felt my heart beating erratically in my chest once again. I did my best to act like I was not affected by his words
Solana's POVDays went by doing the same routine every day.Waking up. Going to store. Going home. Sleeping. Waking up again.My days revolve around that same routine but I am not complaining.Yes, I admit sometimes it feels lonely but at least it is peaceful.I am slowly healing the pain and heaviness inside my heart."You're coming right?"My forehead creased when I heard Kris's question until I realized that it was her birthday today."Yes of course!"I feel guilty that I almost forgot her birthday. It's still a bit early so maybe I can still buy her a gift.Kris will be mad at me if I forgot her birthday for sure."I'll come to your condo later," I said acting like I didn't forget her birthday at all."It will be held at a newly opened club. Neon Lights, Solana. I will pick you up at 9:00 PM," she said so I guess I have no choice.I don't want to do parties anymore but it's Kris's birthday and I can't just simply decline her invitation I am sure she will hold it against me if I do
Alton's POVI held her until she calms down and when she broke off the hug I stared at her face intently.I was about to wipe her tears when she took a step back."I have to close the store,"Solana is in a hurry to leave me but I held her hand stopping her from leaving."I'll help you," I offered."I am fine Alton, just stay away from me,"Those words broke me again but despite that, I manage to smile and nod my head. I will let her do what she wants.You made a deal with her Alton so fucking stick with that. You have to give her the space that she needs, that's all she is asking so why can't you give her that?"Thank you for helping me," she said before she removed my hold and walked towards her store.I watched Solana as she talked to Briana.I clenched my fist tightly stopping myself from getting near her and from helping her.I need to control myself and keep my distance just like what she wants."Alton, can I talk to you please?"When I heard Olivia's voice I felt my blood boil.
Solana's POVDays passed, and after Alton's thorough investigation, it was proven that Olivia indeed framed me for stealing that necklace.The CCTV footage clearly showed her placing the necklace in my bag.The issue became public knowledge because Alton himself ordered the A&S Mall manager to upload the video, letting everyone know that such acts weren't tolerated, even if the people involved were prominent figures.The video spread across the internet and was broadcasted worldwide, shocking everyone. Olivia was a big figure in the entertainment industry, the highest-paid model and actress at the time, making the news all the more shocking."I can't stop watching this video, Solana. Alton did a great job posting it," Kris said, laughing while watching the video where Olivia was interviewed about framing me.Olivia kept denying that she put the necklace in my bag, claiming the footage was somehow edited, but her lies were not believed by the public.All her movies and advertisements,