09 : Who are you?

"Maynard" Vernes calls out Maynard's name for the hundredth time and he ignores her and walks past her to the bathroom, closing the door behind.

He could hear Vernes groan and he still ignores her and turns on the shower, relaxing himself into the warm water.

He ties a towel dangerously down his waist and steps out of the bathroom, only to still see Vernes. She walks up to him as if she has been waiting for him to step out.

Maynard made to walk past her again but she steps on his path.

"Move away..." .

"Not until you answer me. You've been ignoring me" Vernes said.

He still didn't say a word.

"Are you upset that I spoke the truth? What now? You're dying with so much guilt now?" She smirks while he was slowly getting furious and irritated.

"We're both on the same page Maynard. You aren't a saint either..."

"That's enough!!" He cuts her off with a growl. If she wasn't a lady, he'd have punched her hard across the face but he held himself back.

"Just because I've been silent doesn't mean you should keep saying trash. Watch your words Vernes before I do something really drastic that you would regret"

Vernes scoffed, not intimidated by his words.

"You won't do anything Maynard so save it. Am not as petite as Olivia. I, Vernes Traydor will do anything I want and you have no right to stop me.."

Maynard turns away from her, brushing his fingers through his hair and inhaling deeply. Her words are getting right at him.

"Fine then, since you're unwilling to change, I won't force you anymore. Keep doing what you like"

He storms out of the room.

~•~•~•~•~•~

Olivia keeps checking her time constantly and tapping her feet, getting impatient. Over half an hour, she has been searching for a cab and all the cabs online has been booked.

Wasn't yesterday enough already that her car had to go faulty. Why now, when she's really running late.

If it wasn't for the new guy.. Sage, heaven knows how she would have gotten home last night. Perhaps, she would have spent the night in the car or something.

Just like last night, a car pulls up in front of her but this time, she can recognize it and she could see him seated. and he smiles at her.

Olivia wonders what he's doing in front of her apartment and she didn't move an inch until he honks, snapping her out of her thought.

He waves his hands, Indicating that she should hop on. Having no choice left, Olivia rushes in and sits beside him.

"Am surprised to see you here Sage!" Olivia says after they both exchange pleasantries.

"Let's just say, I followed my instincts because I knew it will be hard for you to get a cab and head to work.."

Olivia smiles, feeling really grateful for his kind gesture. It's only been a day and he's acting like they've known each other for ages.

"I have to thank you Sage! you always show up and rescue me from such unfortunate event. I guess I owe you a lot now. Why don't you stop by when you're free and have dinner at my place. I'll make something nice..."

Sage chuckled loudly.

"You make it sound like it's a big deal but am simply just doing what a friend and a colleague should do... But, I'll surely grab dinner at your place, I can't resist that..."

They laughed while staring at each other and the atmosphere went tensed when they didn't stop staring at each other even after laughing.

There's something about the way he stares at her, like there's something going on in his mind.

Sage was the first to look away and clears his throat noisily.. Olivia realizes herself as well and looks away too, adjusting back on her seat.

He ignited the car and drove off and none said a word to the other until they got to the industry.

Days turns into weeks and it's been a month since Sage and Olivia's first movie together and it's a rollercoaster ride for all of them.

Their relationship were the talk of everyone in the industry. They've become really good friends and go almost everywhere together that some people rumour them to be lovers.

It's hard to believe and even Olivia has no idea how she got so close to Sage. He's really nice and likable too. It's the first time she's having a friend in a long while and it feels really great, especially since it's Sage.

It turned into an everyday thing for Sage to always get her lunch during their breaks. It's either he orders some takeouts and they eat together in her quarters or they go grab something together at a restaurant.

Olivia would not deny that she really enjoys his company and how he manages to make her laugh all the time is the fun part of the whole thing.

Olivia walks out of her quarters and meets Mr Harper right in front of her door, with his right hand raised up and balled into a fist like he was about to place a knock on her door.

Mr Harper informs her that the movie production was a success and her fans are going to love it. He reminds her that the industry would be hosting a premiere party tonight and asked if she'd be able to make it.

"I don't think I can...." Olivia wanted to say but he cuts her off.

"No excuses this time Olivia. As your Manager, am telling you to be there. You are the lead character and your presence is necessary. I know you haven't been making it to the previous premiere party and I understand why, but this particular event is really important Olivia"

Olivia releases a sigh and rolls her eyes inwardly..

Harper left after a few more conversations. Olivia went towards her car, seemingly uninterested in the premiere party.

She hated parties, well, because she's not the type to attend social gatherings.

As she made to get into her car, she hears her name and she turns to see Sage rushing to towards her.

"Leaving already..?" Sage asked, getting to her.

"Yeah!..." She replies with a shrug.

"Would you mind if I come pick you up for the premiere party tonight?"

She nods and approves his request and with a smile on his face like he just won a lottery, he heads back in.

Olivia was about to hop into her car when lock gaze with someone at a little distance away from the industry.

Her heart skipped again. Those eyes, why does she keep seeing it? He's putting on a black leather jacket, a hood and a nose mask on.

He turned around quickly and hastily began to walk away. Gathering enough courage, Olivia went after him, not minding how dangerous it might be.

"Hey!" She yelled, picking up her steps and making sure she doesn't loose him even as he tried to get away.

Fortunately, she grabs hold of his arm and he snapped his head towards her. Olivia's breath heightened as she stands before him, her heart racing fast.

Still not minding how risky it might be, she reached for his nose mask, about to pull it off when he grabs her hand in a tight grip.

"Who.. Who are you? Why do you keep following me around?"

He didn't give her a reply but pushed her roughly to the ground and she sustained some bruises in the process. He hurried off, leaving her groaning in pain.

Olivia realizes what just happened. Looking around, she realizes it's a secluded area, what if something worse had happened? What was she even thinking?.