Terban sat alone in the dimly lit bar, the yellow lights casting a soft glow around him. He sipped on a bottle of Cappelletti Specialino Aperitivo, a bittersweet citrus liquor. As he drank, he couldn't help but think about Chaylen's invitation to join them for a drink. However, he laughed inwardly at the thought, knowing that he had already embarrassed himself before them.After finishing his drink, he stumbled out of the bar and hired a taxi to take him home. Although he wasn't one to get drunk often, tonight was different. He had acted out of character once again.As he opened his heavy eyes, the taxi driver asked him, "Where to, Sir?""To Ryan McGuffin," Terban replied.“Ryan… what?” "I said to Ryan Mcguffin! Are you deaf?" The driver struggled to find a place called Ryan McGuffin on the GPS, even though he was sure it didn't exist.As expected, the search turned up nothing. "S-Sir, there's no Ryan McGuffin place," the driver said hesitantly.Terban let out a frustrated sigh as
The kitchen was filled with the sound of cereal being poured into bowls as Kyle, Chaylen, and Vincent took their seats at the breakfast table. Since they all woke up late, Kyle was in charge of cooking breakfast, but they didn't mind that the table was still clean when they sat down to eat. Normally, Chaylen and Vincent would squabble away during breakfast, but with everything being quiet, Kyle could finally relax and enjoy the peace. However, their peaceful meal was interrupted by an unexpected visitor. Segi entered the room with a cheerful "Good morning!" but the three men looked up at him before returning their focus to their food. The three individuals silently wondered, "Doesn't he have a job?" However, in reality, Segi does have a job. As the sole boss, he can explore and roam without limitations. Segi enjoys venturing to different places and indulging in gossip. Despite feeling out of place, he visited his cousin's boarding house to spend time with the people there. "What ar
Ryan has recently informed his parents that she is in a romantic relationship with one of her roommates from the boarding house, Slyvester. Despite being happy with the news, Ryan's parents were worried about their daughter living with her boyfriend under the same roof. They requested to meet with Slyvester to discuss the situation and set some ground rules. As concerned parents, they want what's best for their daughter.In response, Slyvester's parents also wanted to meet Ryan, so they arranged a joint meeting. Although neither couple is married yet, they are committed to their relationship.Ryan is working on a thesis report with classmates when her friend Emily told her that her phone was vibrating. Ryan checks her phone and finds that Slyvester has texted her. [Ryan!] [Where are you?] [I'm so hungry~] [Are you busy?] [I'm at the boarding house] [Why haven't you come home yet? T^T] [My Ryan ~] [Hey]Ryan smiled at her boyfriend's short but sweet messages. So, she typ
["I heard you were rejected~"]Gizelle's friend on the other line was mocking her for being rejected. Gizelle scoffed as she responded, "Who cares? I don't have feelings for him! He's not my type either!"["If that is true, then why are you going to Slyvester's boarding house?"]Gizelle stopped before the boarding house, confused about why she was there. "Well, I caused a scene when I called him 'honey' and 'babe.' But it doesn't feel like enough. So, I came back. That's the only reason."Her friend asked, ["Why do you want revenge?"]Gizelle replied, "Because he treated me like a rag during our blind date."Her friend then advised, ["Don't give me a damn, girl. I won't be your friend if I don't know who you are. You are the type who fell in love with men who were rude to you." Gizelle's eyes widened. "W-What the f*ck are you saying?"Gizelle's beauty made it easy for her to attract men, but when she encountered someone who didn't seem interested, she felt her pride crumble. Despite
Slyvester, his father, and Ran were together in the same car. His mother went to the supermarket, so she was ushered by their other drivers, leaving Slyvester and his father alone.Slyvester’s mom thought she had to give her son and husband some time alone to talk. They MUST. Ran glanced at them through the front mirror as the father and son kept wordless. Looking at them, he could tell the father and son had a conflict."Don't you like Ryan?" Slyvester broke the impending silence."I didn't say I didn't like her," his father said before clearing his throat. "I don't like what she did, not the person herself." "Ryan has already explained what happened and why she was forced to live with us. Everything was just an accident." "Even so. It's wrong to live with men.""So, you hated her? You don’t like her for me?"Instead of answering directly, Mr Hudson led the conversation."Make sure no one else knows about this. I don't want word to spread that I'm condoning my only child living
Third Person's POV Ryan entered the boarding house after being dropped off by her parents. They told her simply after meeting Slyvester: "He is kind and respectful.” They didn't mention anything about the boarding house issue or Slyvester’s father's reaction. Maybe they understand them significantly since they responded the same way when they first learned about it.'The important thing is, they liked Slyvester,' Ryan told herself. "Ryan!" Slyvester stepped inside the boarding house, carrying a paper bag with him. "I bought something for you!"'Is he doing this to make up for it because his dad didn't respond well to me?' Ryan suspected wrongly.Chaylen was standing beside Slyvester. Terban, Kyle and Vincent were sitting there on the sofa. Chaylen chatted the three to come to the living room because he had something to show. The three didn't think what they would watch had anything to do with Slyvester and Ryan. "Here." Slyvester gave Ryan the paperbag.Thrilled, Ryan took the gi
Terban’s POVEven before parking in the garage, I noticed an unfamiliar car in front of the boarding house. I know we have a guest. So instead of coming in, I went near the door and listened secretly. The door is not soundproof, so it is easy to hear the conversation inside.“There is much anticipation for the next person to manage the Ixumi corporation. While Sylvester is my son, I will only pass on the company if he proves himself worthy. That is why his cousins, who also work in Ixumi, hold him in high regard.”'So, it's Slvester’s father. I see.'“However, I worry that Sylvester's future wife being adopted may be used against him.”I grinned at what I heard. What is this? Doesn't Slyvester know that his father thinks like this? Sh*t. “I am concerned for you and wonder if you dare to face any criticisms about your origins.”I grabbed my phone and texted Kyle. [Kyle, are you at school? Please find Slyvester. Say, his father is here. He's talking bullsh*t with Ryan.]I put exactly
Third Person's POV"Mr Larry Myers' son is here. He said he made an appointment with you the other day."Larry Myers.The person referred to is well-known both in their country and internationally. When Mr Myers' son contacted Yhlei Hudson, he was initially unsure of the reason for the meeting. However, after seeing a photo of the son, he had a hunch about the purpose.Yhlei instructed his secretary to allow the visitor inside his office.Once inside, Yhlei greeted the young businessman, “I can see in your eyes that you are someone who doesn’t like to beat around the bush.”They never greeted each other in front of the boarding house. But his first introduction is a little powerful.“It’s fortunate that you can tell it right away,” Terban answered, grinning.Sylvester mentioned that his father and Terban have similar attitudes. It raises the question of who will come out on top in their conversation.Then suddenly…“I am in love with Ryan,” Terban admitted directly.This confession