KIA I was unable to get back asleep and instead remained up for the entirety of the night. After experiencing that terrifying dream, I don't think I'll ever be able to sleep normally again. At this very moment, a lot of questions are running through my thoughts. The one and only question to which I am interested in obtaining a response is, "What exactly did he want from me?"During that time, as I stood in our bedroom staring at the ceiling, I was unable to get my thoughts away from the man who had been following me. Is that you, Vince? Because I am familiar with the inflection in which he speaks, I do not believe that it was him. We have been together for a very long time, and I know all there is to know about him with the exception of the fact that he cheated on me with Asteria, my half-slutty sister. There is a chance that it wasn't him; if that's not the case, then who did it?Argh!When it started going off all of a sudden, the alarm on my clock surprised me. Everything that I h
KIAI can’t believe it — I can't believe I scored the highest out of the entire batch. I did not imagine being able to do that because I was aware of my lack of confidence in all of the responses I had given on the exam day. I was praying to pass the exam even with not-so-high grades, but then it ended up that I was the highest! “Girl? — Kianna, are you still there?” My thoughts were interrupted when Miaree suddenly spoke. “Sorry, sorry! Anyways, thank you for informing me, Miaree! See you at school—”“Wait, girl! The result still hasn’t been posted, so please act like you didn’t know anything when they announced it. Congratulations! How about a party for the three of us?” Miaree asked.“Party? Mhmm… You know that day when we partied at that mansion? I was so drunk that night and I can’t remember anything I did, so it’s a no for me." “Okay… How about dinner? You can invite your husband if you want.” “Yeah, that sounds great. I will make sure to tell Ares. Anyway, I gotta go. I sti
KIATonight will be the best night of this week. Miaree's dinner plan will be happening tonight, and our loved ones are invited. Of course, my husband is also invited. I already told Ares about the dinner party, and fortunately, he doesn't have any work for tonight. He is totally free!We will be having dinner at the restaurant of Miaree's uncle tonight. Ares didn't want me to walk all the way home, so he asked his friend Kyle for a favor to drop me off at the house while he accompanied their boss to a meeting. At first, I was shocked to see Kyle in front of my school. I also thought that he might have a girlfriend or a relative studying at the same school as mine. But then he immediately approached me when he saw me walking towards the bus stop."Mr. Kyle, can I ask you something?" I murmured as I was staring out the window looking at the cars passing by.I saw him in my peripheral view and he glanced at me. I then slowly look at him. As our eyes met, I couldn't see anything in his
“Am I that good? — Hi, Brother! It’s been a long time!”She is Jillian Shei Buenavista the youngest daughter of the Buenavista family. She is the half-sister of Ares France Vuertalejo. Ares didn’t use his stepfather’s surname because he runs the company of his late father and gives respect to his biological father. “Why didn’t you even text me that you were already in the Philippines? Did mom and dad know? They didn’t even say anything to me that you are here. And nice shop, have you decided to stay for good?" Ares asked while he started to wander inside the shop."Well, it won't be a surprise if I inform you. Mom and dad didn't know that I was back already. I am still busy with my newly opened store, so yeah… By the way, are you really serious about what you just said earlier?" "About what?""The part that you said that you want to buy a bag for your wife? Do you already have a wife? Did you marry that bitch? I thought you said you didn't have any feelings for her?! Brother, you sh
KIAAs soon as we arrived, a sign proclaiming "complimentary valet parking" set the tone for a pleasant surprise. The restaurant is located in a large shopping mall in Manila, about an hour and a half drive from our house. The restaurant is located on the 18th floor and has a nice view of the open sky. We walked to the main entrance, enjoying the light breeze that carried a sweet floral scent with it. A friendly hostess approached us right away and inquired if we had a reservation for tonight. I informed her that we had arrived for a dinner reservation with my best friend Miaree. While she was calling for her, I couldn’t help but stare at the luxurious ambiance of that place, I felt like I walked into a palace. Extremely high ceilings decorated with bright color chandeliers contributed to the unique natural light coming through mosaic color glass windows, creating a beautiful atmosphere and first impression. White flowers with silver sparkles adorn the tables as a finishing touch. To
KIAAfter our dinner last night, we also drank some wine, and I ended up getting extremely wasted. I had no idea what happened after that; the only thing I can recall is Miaree and I dancing wildly. My head is aching from just waking up. I can feel my throat getting dry, and all I want right now to get over this hangover is to sip on some hot soup or coffee. My body feels really worn out, and all I want to do is lay in bed all day. Wait —Do I have class today? I searched for my phone using my hand and as I grabbed it I immediately look at the calendar. Sh*t! I have one class this morning! I already need to take a shower. I got up right away and went to the bathroom. I wake up feeling incredibly disgusted since I still wear the same dress I was wearing the night before. Ares was obviously drunk the previous evening, which is why he was unable to change my clothes. As soon as I turned on the shower, warm water began to stream across my body. Although I would like to take a really lon
KIAI was sitting in class doing my work when my teacher called me up to his desk and told me to grab my things I'm going up to the dean’s office. I was so nervous and scared and didn't know why I was being called to the dean’s office but then I suddenly remembered the offer they were offering to me earlier. Maybe she already wants an answer? When I arrived at the office it was a lady sitting at the desk calling other students' names to go meet and see the dean. I walked up to the desk and gave her my pass. She took the pass and told me, “Alright, you may have a seat and get comfortable because you will be waiting a long time until your name gets called.” After she said that I got even more scared.Calm down, self! Maybe they just want to congratulate me because of my performance in our recent midterm exam…As I was sitting here waiting for my name to be called I started to think about everything I had done that week so when it was my turn to go there inside the dean’s office it woul
KIADETENTION!!! I must have caught your attention. Most likely as a result of negative experiences, you've had with that awful word, am I correct? And right now, it seems like I will have my own experience also. As I was walking towards the corridor, I heard a laughing sound coming from behind me, it was them.“Hey, Kianna!” Vera shouted. I didn’t mind her and just kept walking. I grabbed my earphone from my pocket and plugged them into my phone. While I was listening to music and walking straight, I suddenly felt something on my shoulder, it is Vera’s hand. “Hey! Are you deaf?! I have been calling you!” I looked at her with a serious face. “What do you want?”“Nothing I just want to congratulate you for getting a high grade on our midterm exam—” She said sarcastically and burst out laughing. “By the way, did you enjoy that short achievement of yours? I heard that you and your friends celebrated that. I wonder what will happen when they know what you did… I guess they will be so di
Everyone has been busy preparing for our upcoming wedding. I am here today at the boutique of one of the most famous designers in the country, Mr. Sergio. He was measuring me for the wedding gown I would wear at our wedding. After the measurement, I went with Miaree and Marcy to shop for a dress that we could wear for the celebration after the wedding."Look, Kia! Green seems to suit you better. Something that suits your complexion." Marcy said, while holding a simple green dress."You know what, I agree with what you said. Actually, I would really choose green and pink to be the themes for all of us. What if we made all the dresses green? And let's make the wedding nature theme. A simple nature wedding?” I was just thinking about it as if my eyes were shining with the idea.* ringing * ringing * ringing *I immediately took my phone out of my pocket. It turned out to be a call from my soon-to-be husband, again. I answered it immediately and informed the two that I would just talk to
Ares was about to follow Kianna when suddenly an employee was running towards him.“Sir, we have a situation. The CEO of our business partner has arrived and he was requesting for your presence, sir.” “Mr. Guevarra is here??” Ares asked.“Yes, sir….”“Tell him that my secretary will be the one who will meet him—”“But, sir… this is the fourth time that we are going to turn down his request. We might lose this partnership if you won’t be able to meet Mr. Guevarra…” Ares narrowed his eyes as he looked back in Kianna’s direction. She was walking away. He started to think about what he should do but in the end, he chose to go back to his company and meet Mr. Guevarra. While the meeting with Mr. Guevarra is ongoing, Ares couldn’t stop thinking about Kianna. “I have a vision that this partnership would be a success, Mr. Vueravista.” Mr. Guevarra said as he express his happiness for the upcoming partnership of their company. “Anyway, I heard that you were still not dating anyone. Would yo
“Kianna! Wait!” Madam Buenavista shouted, but Kia didn’t even dare to look back and just kept on walking away.Madam Buenavista couldn’t stop her. She started to feel worried about it and immediately called one of her maids. “Call my son and tell him to find Kianna right away. This is an urgent matter, so do it immediately.” Madam Buenavista ordered.“Yes, Madam…” The maid said and immediately left to make the order done.ARES"Let's get started. Today's meeting is being held so that we can talk about ways to increase sales in more rural market areas. To begin, let's review the report that was presented at the most recent meeting, which took place on November 24. Now it's your turn, Kyle; have at it! I said.Kyle got to his feet and made his way to the front. "I am in your debt, boss. Permit me to briefly summarize the most important points discussed at the most recent meeting. The first order of business was to give our stamp of approval to the revised sales reporting system that had
KIAThe chilly breeze was blowing across my skin, and I could feel it. I am currently standing in front of the enormous villa that I checked out the previous time I was here. In the event that I am unable to obtain a response from Ares, I will approach his parents in an effort to acquire the information that I require.After entering the grounds of the villa, I discovered that I had a significant distance to travel before I could really enter the structure. As I made my way toward the villa, a variety of conflicting feelings began to arise within me. It was difficult for me to determine whether my emotions were those of agitation, disappointment, or nervousness. As I arrived, I was all of a sudden overcome with uncertainty regarding whether or not I should forward with my plan. I couldn't see anyone at the front door, so I decided to walk in through the back entrance instead. However, when I got there, no one was present.Maybe I should go back the next time—"Kianna?"My attention wa
KIA"Kianna, your spouse is the one who has been making you look foolish for the better part of a year now. It's not me." Nathan reached out and attempted to shake my hand, but I pushed him away. I went back and watched the portion of the video where the MC introduced Ares as the new CEO of the Vueravista corporation. It took me a few viewings, but in the end, I was convinced that what I was seeing was in fact happening. Throughout this entire period, he had been functioning in the capacity of an assistant. Even more amazingly, he permitted me to reside in his modest home. I knew him to be a straightforward individual who led a straightforward life, and as time went on, I learned to admire and even admire that quality in him. However, once it is discovered that everything was a fabrication, everything will come crashing down around them. Does this imply that the individuals who he claimed to be his parents when we first met are not, in fact, his biological parents but rather merely p
KIA"Do you still remember who I am, Myst?" Nathan expressed his curiosity.I was taken aback, and I found that I was unable to think clearly as a consequence. Because so much time has passed since then, this is the first opportunity I've had to give careful consideration to the matter. He is absolutely correct. On that same evening, I was spending time with him before I ended u meeting with Ares."I—I really don't know what to say... But I do recall that we had a chance encounter that night. — But why didn't you inform me? Why did you keep it all these time and pretend like you didn't know who I was?" I inquired with a sense of curiosity.He let out a long sigh and then looked at me directly in the eyes. We saw another extended period of stillness between one another. I focused my eyes inward as I waited expectantly for him to provide me with some responses. I was unable to come up with any explanations for why he hid this information from me. Is it the reason why he assisted me the
He purchased an additional bottle of Carlo Rossi California Red and gave some of it to me to drink. I was extremely drunk at that moment, but because he had already handed me a glass of wine, there was nothing I could do except accept it. I couldn't deny it because it was already in my hands. As he began to recount his narrative, I raised my glass to my mouth and took a sip."Have you ever questioned whether or not you are someone who is deserving of love?" He inquired.It appears like this guy is brokenhearted like me. I felt so awful for him. I was almost ready to respond to his question when all of a sudden, he began talking again."Because I did. It all started with my parents, and now it involves a girl whom I've put my faith in for many years... You're probably aware of this, but it's terrible. Never had the opportunity to be raised by caring parents who would accept me for who I am and love me unconditionally...""Don't you have parents?" Curiosity got the better of me, and I a
KIAAs he resumed his remarks while walking toward the bookcase, he added, "I was right all along..." He then finished his statement after reaching the bookcase. "Because I had just recently run into you at the Shangri-La hotel the same night, the news that you had unexpectedly gotten married put a wrench into things. I had no idea that you were already married when I ran into you there. Do you have any recollection of our previous encounter? I was the one who was there with you, Kianna, when you were sobbing uncontrollably and consuming a whole bottle of wine at the same time."I am only able to stand there and watch with my eyes wide open, unable to close them, as though the entire world were crumbling and falling apart around me... I didn't even shake... Suddenly, I discovered that I was utterly paralyzed, and I had no notion what would happen as a result of what I had just heard... I had no idea what would happen.FLASHBACKI'm currently opening a bottle of Carlo Rossi California
KIA "He is a strong and capable man, Kianna! more powerful than you may have imagined." The phrase that has been running through my head since after Vince said that to me; I just can't seem to get rid of it. It has been going over and over in my thoughts till this very moment. Even though I have a lot of other things to think about, I can't stop thinking about it despite the fact that I have a lot of other things to think about. I have probably been gazing out the window for the better part of an hour at this point. The mere presence of this concept is causing me to start overanalyzing everything once more. It is still up to me to get started managing the initiatives that the organization needs to complete.I gave myself a mental shake and shook my head as I attempted to stop thinking about it. I was twirling my hair and resting my head on the back of my chair when all of a sudden someone appeared in front of me, and it was Nathan. Almost immediately, I straightened my hair and posi