After the conversation, we dispersed to take a rest.I took this chance to talk alone with Layla."Let's talk." I told her and went to my room.Layla took my hint and followed me.When she closed the door, I faced her."What's with you and Eduardo?"Layla made a face. "We haven't seen each other for almost two weeks and that's the first thing you want to ask?"I remained the expression on my face. Layla darted her eyes away from me and tried to avoid the topic. "Are you sure you are alright? No nightmares?""You asked that a few days ago.""...."Layla sighed. "I wouldn't be able to dodge this interrogation?""Not a chance."Layla pouted and sat on the bed. "There's nothing going on between us.""Really? But why did I see a shy Layla? You are like a maiden in love who is around her loved one.""When did I become shy?!"I just raised my brow.Layla covered her face. "There's nothing going on. It's just that...something happened."I become alarmed."What happened?" Did Eduardo shed off
There was a moment of silence in the car."So she did." Eduardo said after a while with a firm tone."..."How could he able to tell that with only a bit of silence from me?"What else did she say?" He asked.Why would I tell you?I controlled my expression and lied, "She did not tell me anything. This is the first time I heard that." I should not give him a heads-up or any sort of help.If Eduardo learned that Layla talked about that kiss with me and learned of her response, it would give huge confidence to Eduardo.So I shouldn't tell him anything.Eduardo laughed. But his laughter was cold, a bit sarcastic."I don't understand why you hate me."My heart skipped a beat. Did he notice something?"I don't hate you." "You dislike me." Eduardo corrected his words. "Why are you betting on Kane, not me? Isn't it because you dislike me?"As expected, he already noticed it.Eduardo was being straightforward. He wanted to get an answer from me.After all, as Layla's best friend I could also
***I could tell that Kane was angry with me since then. But he did not stop cooking breakfast for me or sending me to school. He just...did not talk to me unless it was necessary.This cold shoulder was making me uncomfortable and uneasy.I really don't understand why he was angry. Was it because I become noisy and interfered in his matters again?But I was giving him honest advice. Because anytime, Eduardo would fully trap Layla in his claws. And I am afraid he would never let her go.I gave him my concern despite saying things I don't really want to explicitly say. So why he should be angry at me?During this cold war, I attended school and work on comics at the same time while wondering about that question from time to time. I finished the draft of the first five chapters of Wayne's comics. When the weekend comes, I made an appointment with Wayne. But the problem was, who to bring with me.The last incident taught me a lesson to never bring down my guard. I should not be alone d
The two also saw us. Layla's eyes turned wide. She immediately hid the basket she was holding. "...."It's too late though. I saw it was full of art tools.But what does she need it for?"....You guys here?" Layla asked an obvious question. She also seemed to realize she asked something dumb so she changed her words, trying to explain. "My job is needing me to buy some art tools." She explained even though I am not asking yet.I glanced at Eduardo whose face was calm. The boss was standing beside her, what kind of job was she making up now?"I see. I am buying tools too. Are you guys about to leave?" I just let it go.Layla sighed in relief that I did not insist on exposing her lies. "We are done. But we can wait for you guys."This was good news. I don't need to bother Kane to wait for me anymore. I turned to Kane. "I'll be with Layla and Eduardo. If you have something to do, you can leave now.""I don't have anything to do."Did he wish to accompany us?Then leaned down on me and
Did what I ask for?My heart skipped a beat.What does he mean by that?An image of him hugging and kissing Layla came to mind.Did he really do that?!I looked at the text message. My blood turned cold.I told him to use a distraction that was equivalent to what was keeping Layla's mind to Eduardo. And that was to be intimate with Layla.But did Kane really do that?My fingers shook as I thought of the possibility that Kane and Layla were intimate now. A lot of images came into my mind that was so painful and hurtful for me to see.I took the glass that was intended for Paul to drink and drank it in one go.I felt the alcohol burn my throat and my stomach. But I couldn't care less. I wanted to numb myself and stop thinking about those images.This was what I suggested to him after all. I know that I would be bitter about it but I still chose to tell him.I am the one who caused this. I am the one who pushed him for it.The girls and Paul were shocked that I drank alcohol one after an
My alarm went off and the heaviness in my head worsened. I woke up feeling groggy and thirsty. I flail my arms around until I reached my phone. After I turned off the alarm, I tried to sit up but my head hurt so much and my body was heavy. My throat burned and I feel like vomiting. Enduring this nauseating feeling, I stand up to get some water. However, I stopped when I saw a glass of water on my bedside table.Without thinking much, I drank it.When the water quenched my thirst, I wondered if Layla had left this for me.Does she know that I drank myself to death?I don't remember putting water on my bedside table. Yesterday, I drank a whole bunch and--My eyes suddenly went wide.Suddenly, memories of the night came to my mind.I was bawling my eyes out as I drank alcohol like water. Then without any filter, I poured out my feelings and vent my frustration while badmouthing Kane.I covered my mouth in shock when I realized that I have said out loud the feelings that I never dared to
"Here, choose whatever you want."The food was actually good. Although they weren't up to par with the Michelin Starred Chefs, it was palatable and their desserts were delicious.They were also some art inhibits on the third floor. We left the place satisfied. Layla drove to another place. I could not help but ask her. "Aren't we going home?""It is my day off. I am not satisfied in just eating outside."I just let her bring me whatever place she wants. But then she brought me to shop.Seeing the mall in front of me, I suddenly want to back out."Actually, I am still having a terrible hangover. I am going to rest in the car.""No. We can't be alone." Agh. Right. I almost forgot about that."I just need a few clothes. Come on." Layla insisted.Layla then dragged me to some boutiques. I am quite stunned that she was actually checking some dresses. Most of the dresses here were above the knee and has some sleeves.Although it was not too conservative, for Layla who always showed a lot
It's been a long time since Layla and I have had some quality time like this. So she made the most of it. We bought ice cream while she rambled about her and Eduardo.Layla and I were picking up food from a street food stall as she speaks, "I am not sure about our relationship yet but he took me on a date last time. I think he would confess to me soon."I listened quietly.Eduardo's progress was smooth. But I am more curious about yesterday's event.I asked slowly, "How about yesterday? Did something happen yesterday?""Yesterday?" Layla recalled yesterday's event then she remembered something. She then punched me lightly on my shoulder. "You! Why did you run off yesterday? You left Kane and me!""..."I rubbed my shoulders. Although the punch was light, it still ache. "So did something happen?""What could possibly happen?" Then she stopped. She changed her words. "It's a secret.""..." So did something happen or not?I am really curious!"Why won't you tell me?""Because it is a sec