Ian's POV"Two bottles of whiskey, please!" I yelled as I finished drinking a bottle of whiskey. I don't even know why, but I feel really thirsty.I went straight to a bar right after I said goodbye to Winter. I already told her I have decided to go to Japan and tomorrow would be my flight. She got so sad when I told her that and she even cried so hard I couldn't help but feel sorry for her.I've thought of it very carefully. The reason why I decided not to talk to her for a few days is none other than to move on from her. I tried my best not to talk to her, but in the end, I caught myself looking at her from afar, watching her being so happy with the man she loves. Yes, I also went to that interview since that was what I promised her.Move on from her? Is that even possible? For sure I'll just live in hell in Japan while longing so much for her."Here's your two bottles of whiskey, Sir."I immediately drunk straight from the bottle as soon as the bartender put the bottles on the coun
Belle's POVI woke up inside an unfamiliar room. My head was hurting as hell, but I still managed to sit up on the bed and roamed my eyes around just to see my clothes neatly placed on a chair. That brought me back to what happened last night.I went to a bar and got drunk with Ian. And since we were both drunk, that's right. Something happened between the two of us. I still can't believe I let that happen. I shouldn't have let myself be that drunk."You're such an idiot, Belle!" I was pulling my hair when the bathroom door went open.Ian stepped out of that wearing a black bathrobe. I immediately averted my gaze from him and pulled the blanket to cover my shoulders."You're finally awake. By the way, may now take your bath so we could have breakfast already. I asked someone to buy a new dress for you, so you don't have to worry about what to wear."Why is he talking to me as if nothing happened last night?Then, I suddenly realized I still had work. I quickly squinted at the clock ac
Winter's POV"Yes, that's all for today. Thank you so much, everyone. You may now go home." I said as I stood up and left the conference room.I heaved a sigh as I stood in front of my office. I had a lot of things today and a lot of meetings to attend. Although they were all about the success of our small company, I can't help feeling so exhausted.As I opened the door of my office, I got surprised when I suddenly saw Matthew and Elisse waiting for me."Mommy!"Yes, since last night, we decided that Elisse should call me mommy and Matthew as her daddy since we have legally adopted her already.A smile immediately appeared on my face upon seeing the two of them."What are you two doing here? It's already eight in the evening. Aren't you supposed to be sleeping by now?" I said as I pinched both of Elisse's cheeks."We couldn't sleep knowing that you're still here, working," Matthew replied."Daddy's right. And he told me we could eat dinner at our favorite restaurant!"I glanced at Mat
Winter's POV"Do you really believe them?" I asked Matthew while we were heading to my company building.He held tight to my hand before speaking. "Well, I'm a bit confused too, but I know Belle. She wouldn't do something that she'll regret in the end. She's a smart woman, and I think I believe whatever she tells me."I heaved a deep sigh. "I don't really know how to react. But anyway, they both deserve a happy life and a healthy relationship. Who am I to question their love for each other? Although they looked so nervous while talking to us inside the coffee shop.""You're right. But what's important is that they're both happy.""Uhm. Oh, we're already here.""So, let's just meet each other later?"I nodded my head and smiled at him. "See you later, my pumpkin."He leaned closer to me and kissed me on the forehead. "See you later. Make sure to take a rest every once in a while.""I thought you were going to give me a kiss on the lips." I pouted at him."Winter."Matthew has a habit o
Belle's POV"You've been sighing for so many times now. Is there something that's bothering you?" Timothy asked me while we were sitting on the couch in my living room.I still can't stop thinking about the stupid pretention that Ian and I are doing. I actually want to refuse to do it, but I have no choice. We have the same goal, and so I think it would be easier for the both of us to accomplish those goals if we help each other."Hey, are you even listening to me?" I only got back to my senses when Tim began moving his hands in front of me to get my attention. I looked at him confusingly. "H-Huh? I'm sorry, what did you say again?"He heaved a sigh. "See? You do really have a problem. Tell me, what is it?""Problem? No, I don't have a problem. Don't worry about me, Tim. I'm doing fine. I'm just tired.""Are you sure about that?""Yup. You don't have to worry about me.""Perhaps it's about a guy?"That made me look at him. "W-What?""One of the top reasons why people become problemat
Winter's POV"Say, Winter, would you like to go on a double date with my girlfriend and me?" That's what Ian asked me last night over the phone. He called to tell me about his celebrity friend who wants to collaborate with my company. It's been a week since he and Belle announced their relationship, but I'm still skeptical about it."How do you think about that?" I asked Matthew while we were inside the library room.I was sitting on the couch while he was lying down, using my lap as his pillow. He spoke without even taking his eyes off the book that he was reading. "I think it's fine.""Right. Then maybe we can also have a closer look at them to see if they really care for each other."You should stop suspecting them now.""Huh? And why would I? Their relationship is really suspicious. Don't you suspect the relationship they're saying?"That was when he sat up and put the book on the center table before looking at me. "Seeing Belle happy is what I want. If she's happy with Ian, then
Ian's POV"Why did you even have to bring me here?" Belle complained upon entering my pad.I went all the way to her house and brought her here with me. "Anyway, how did you even know my house? Are you stalking me or what?"I walked over to her. "Enough questions now, okay? Just an hour from now and we'll finally going to have our double date with Winter and her stupid boyfriend.""Don't call him stupid!""Right, right. I forgot that you're his biggest fan. Anyway, we need to hurry up now. Five minutes from now and some stylists are going to show up here to dress you up. "She looked at me with furrowed brows. "Dress me up? Hey, do you really think I don't know how to dress myself up?"I eyed her from her head to her feet. "Well, I'm not saying that you're a lame dresser, but I guess your choices when it comes to color coordination don't really go well.""W-What?""You know, Winter knows exactly what type of woman I would likely date. If we don't get help from professionals whenever
Belle's POV"Do you guys want to go to the amusement park after this?" Winter asked me and Ian while we were still in the restaurant.I was about to refuse, but then Ian immediately cut me off. "Sure, let's go there.""That would be fine. I actually never got to go to an amusement park before, but ever since Elisse came into our lives, I have realized that it's actually fun going there. How about you, Belle? Have you been to an amusement park before? I mean, when you were still a kid?" Winter suddenly looked at me and asked.I nodded my head and forced a smile on my face. "O-Oh, yes. My parents used to take me to amusement parks before.""That's cool, then. Speaking of parents, has Ian already met them?""No, I haven't met her parents yet. But for sure, I'll meet them soon. Right, babe?"That question took aback me. I was never asked about my parents ever since they died. Also, asking about them now only makes me remember what happened that night. I could see Winter and Ian gazing at