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
"Happy Birthday!"Gabrielle, Levi, Eduardo, the girls, Paul, Wayne, and Kane were wearing birthday caps as they greeted me with warm smiles.Gabrielle blew a trumpet toy while the girls scattered confetti in the air. Levi and Eduardo were holding a banner with 'Happy Birthday Stella' on it. While Paul and Wayne were holding pom poms and tambourines.At the center, Kane was holding a cake with '19' on it.I stared at them flabbergasted. Layla nudged at me. "We didn't forget! We are preparing to surprise you. Are you surprised?"I looked back at her in shock.I really did not expect this.So all this time...Layla was grinning ear to ear because she was looking forward to this?For a moment, embarrassment and shame appeared on my face.I am really such a fool. I was so blinded by jealousy that I did not notice some hint.Layla took me out to a place I would like while the others prepared for this party. They all did this for me.I was moved and ashamed at the same time."Make a wish an
The night was deep.It was early summer so the night sky was clear and there were a lot of stars tonight.The golden mansion's garden was quite big. The gardener gives a lot of care and thought to the landscape. There were flowers in bloom adding a refreshing fragrance to the air.I don't know who put those little lights in the garden, but the colorful lights added a beautiful romantic atmosphere and ambiguity to the air.Kane and I were walking silently in the garden. The awkwardness grew under this ambiguous atmosphere.Fortunately, Kane spoke. "You look beautiful in the dress.""...."But his word just made me more awkward!I could not help but put the unruly hair on the back of my ear. "...Not good as Layla." I muttered.Kane rose his brow and stared at me deeply. "I don't think so.""?""You and Layla have differences in charm," Kane added."Oh." For a moment, my heart skipped a beat there. I thought he was disagreeing with me when I said that I wasn't as good-looking as Layla. I
A/n: This chapter is fixed. Thank you for waiting. *** My hand was moving unconsciously across the paper while my eyes were dazed. Fine strokes appeared on the blank sheet of paper. Yet, I am still unaware of what I was unconsciously drawing. Because my mind was somewhere else. Images of the night came to my mind again. The romantic beautiful garden... Kane's favorite flower... The kiss... I slapped my cheeks. The loud slap echoed in the silent room. The art professor looked at me with questions in her eyes. "Is something the matter, Stella?" I woke up from my stupor. My classmates who were focusing on their drawings looked up at me with confused and worried gazes. I blushed and lowered my head. "No, ma'am." The professor and my classmates must have noticed that I had been out of my mind since the beginning of the class. "Oh. You have finished sketching already?" The professor saw my paper and approached me. "Can I see?" I handed my paper blankly to her. My mind was stil
A/n: This chapter is fixed. Thank you for waiting. **** "!" He was holding his phone near his ear, while my phone was continuously vibrating. Kane: "...." Damn. If I run now...could I still escape? Kane must have guessed my thoughts because he immediately blocked my way. "Stella." I bit my lips and looked down. I don't want to see what was in his eyes. If those eyes were indifferent or just teasing me...I think I would be hurt. "Stella, are you avoiding me?" Kane's low voice sounded. I clenched my hold on the strap of my bag. "....Is it because of what I did?" Kane asked. He took a step forward while I took a step back. His steps halted. "...Do you hate me now?" There was a hint of grievance in his voice. I looked up and saw his dark eyes which were always deep and arrogant had a hint of anxiousness and....heartache. Pang. I felt my heart squeezed by a pair of ruthless hands. I don't want to see that look of hurt in Kane's eyes. "I..." I started to speak. But I don't