HIS CAR STOPPED in front of the big hotel. He immediately got off to hand the key to the man in uniform before quickly heading to my door.
He opened the door for me, so I quickly unbuckled the seatbelt to get off.
“What are we doing here?” I looked up at him. He fixed me with his steely dark gaze. My lips immediately closed, and I looked down. I don’t know why I was nervous when he’s in front of me.
“Follow me,” he ordered again, then we walked ahead to the hotel entrance. I could do nothing but follow him inward.
A security guard greeted me, but I didn’t seem to hear it because of the deafening beating of my heart.
With head bowed, I followed him as I walked. I couldn’t help but tremble my knees in shame. Almost everyone we meet greets him.
I’ve seen the way girls react whenever he’s looking at them. I will not be surprised by the warm treatment of the staff and crew and some hotel
“GOOD MORNING!” I greeted Dad warmly the following day.“Morning!” Andrew greeted back.I raised an eyebrow at him. “Are you wearing lipstick?”He glanced at Dad before Aunt Melva. “There’s an intramural at school,” he softly said after pinching the short hair to his ear.I first glanced at Aunt Melva’s reaction. When I realized she was shaking while smiling, I just turned my attention back to him.“Just fix it, Andrew. I don’t want to know that you have a boyfriend!”“That’s not in my plan yet! I still have many dreams in life. One of them is to be a famous fashion designer!” he exclaimed.“That’s right, Andrew. Study first before having a boyfriend!” Aunt Melva arched an eyebrow at him.“Fine, Mother!” He rolled up his eyes dramatically.The room filled with laughter. Finally, Andrew was able to
I IMMEDIATELY took a taxi home. I’m excited to show Dad my gift for him. I’m sure he’ll love the surprise I prepared.“Sister, where are we going? Will you treat us to dinner?” Andrew asked me excitedly.“Yes. I have prepared a dinner for the four of us,” I answered with a smile before glancing at Dad in the backseat.“Eh, you shouldn’t have bothered, Cherry. Your Aunt Melva would have just cooked so you wouldn’t have to spend money,” Dad said.“Dad, this is only once. And apart from dinner, we have something important to go first.” I smiled while looking at the car window.“I love surprises!” Andrew exclaimed in delight.I heard them giggled in the backseat, so I shook my head and smiled. That’s why I love this family so much. Simple things can make them happy already. I’m also thankful that they are my family, so I will do everything to gi
I GLANCED at the intercom that rang on the right side of my table. “Mr. Galvez is on the line,” Farrah said excitedly.“Okay,” I said before pressing the intercom button.“Sir?” I said in a low voice.“Meet me at my penthouse now,” he ordered to me.“I have to finish those papers right before then, Nick.”He chuckled sexily. That’s why I rolled up my eyes. “I know, you’re the boss! So stop reminding me about it, Nick!” I blurted out.“Just finish those papers, come here, and join me later for lunch!” he concluded.I relaxed my back against the swivel chair and ended the call. But my back also rose quickly from sitting.“Oh, no! Stupid, Cherry!” I scratched my own forehead. I forgot that Rexon and I had a lunch date today.How can I tell Nicholas that I can’t come later? I had trouble kneeling at my desk, not
“BOTTOMS UP!” Jackilyn shouted out loud before raising the glass of whiskey she was holding into the air.“Yeah, let’s party!” Farrah yelled over the loud disco sound.We raised the glass and held it together. I gulped the whiskey like a thirsty soldier. It drew straight down my throat and brought a strange heat to my body. After laying down the rock glass I was holding loudly on the table, I blew out a deep breath.“One more?” Dillan asked me with a huge smile on his face.I simply nodded. I also immediately consumed the contents of the glass. And laid my back against the lounge lazily. The whiskey we drank had an effect on me. The dead flames of the disco ball and the lingering cigarette smoke added to my dizziness.“Cherry, don’t push your limit,” Nicholas warned me and took a slug on his drink in his seat.“Don’t be a killjoy!” Jackilyn said with an exclamation
WHEN THE SONG ENDED, the audience asked for more. This time it’s not just Rexon on the stage, but he has a co-singer—and it’s a girl.“So, who exactly was this woman?” Jackilyn merely whispered to me with furrowed brows.I couldn’t help but watch her closely. Her ebony black hair tumbled over her shoulders. Her shapely form and imp-thin body complemented her voguish, colorful clothing.“Please, welcome our very own Brigette Sy!” he simply introduced her to everyone. His face was still warm. Even his tone was gentler than usual.He greeted her with a kiss on the cheek, causing the people inside the bar to squeal. I swallowed everything I see. I immediately covered my heart from pain.“Hello, good evening,” she said in a dulcet tone of voice.“Brigette!” the crowd chanted her name.“So, her name is Brigette? Hmm . . . It’s not beautiful,” Jackilyn
MY EYES WIDENED. The tactfully soft voice stuck to my lips. I could not immediately defend myself because of his caress on the top of my thigh.“Do I forget to tell you that you are not allowed to drink?” His voice was a little hoarse with an edge of danger. His stare at me deepened.I licked my lips frantically. I also quickly looked down at the palm of him that remained on my thigh.He leaned closer and uttered another word. “And I don’t like your dress. You better change your fashion style,” he said in an unbreakable tone.Hearing his deep and hoarse voice and noticed his subtle reaction, a chill went up to my spine as if he wanted to swallow me whole. I looked at what I was wearing again. Yeah, it’s kinda revealing and exposing the section of my cleavage, but it’s not obscene.I was amazed when he took off his leather jacket and without saying a word he put it on me. I couldn’t help but look up as
I TOOK A DEEP BREATH as my car stopped in front of our gate. I quickly glanced at Rexon, who was next to me. He offered to take me home even though I had a car.Like me, he got out of the car and looked up at our new house.“Nice place,” he commented. He looked down at me and smiled slightly.“Ah, come in first?” I said.“In some other time maybe, it’s a bit late.” He glanced at his wristwatch.I just nodded and pursed my lips before averting my gaze.Silence fell between us. I could only hear those heavy breaths that come from his mouth while he doesn’t take away the look at our house.“About earlier, I don’t want to lead you in making decisions about our relationship. I’m sorry.” He let out another sigh beside me.I bite my lip hard. I would like to think there’s nothing wrong with what he said, but why can’t I say it?“It’s
“Is she Rexon’s girlfriend? That’s why Rex rarely visits us,” Andrew continued.Because of Andrew’s constant comment, I got the courage to stand up.“Ah, I’m just going to take a shower. I remember I have a meeting today.” I couldn’t wait for him to say anything because I quickly ran up to my own room.I lay down on the bed as tears flowed from my eyes. The pain burned in my heart, and it filled with bitterness that I can’t control. I don’t want to believe that news, but I can’t get rid of the suspicion.At that point, I heard the ringing of my cellphone. I immediately answered the call when I saw Nicholas’ name.“Hey, what’s up?” Nicholas’ said in his cool voice.I cleared my throat first before I tried to speak. “I’m great. I’m well-rested today,” I whispered shakily.I laid down and covered my mouth for a wh
“FUCK, HURRY!” I exclaimed.I don’t know how many times I’ve been devalued at relish. I feel like I’m not the former Cherry who is unobtrusive and full of bodily innocence.He awakened what had long been hidden in the corner of my being- and that was lust, hunger, desire, and horniness and eroticism.He quickly stood up and pulled his fingers to my mouth. He stood up and arranged my seat over the sink.His hand gripped both my legs to open and ties in between my legs. Then he enters roughly . . .“Aahh . . .” I’m excited but based on how he did, it gives me intense heat.He is huge, he is strong and delicious . . . And that’s what I’m craving for.“Ah, fuck, you’re so tight, baby! “ He bit my ear. He added fire to our wet bodies.Tears forming at the corner of my eyes. I can’t explain how it feels. I want to cry with so much pleasure. Damn! He&r
“YOUR PARENTS?” I said without thinking.He looked up at me then raised an eyebrow. Lower the cutlery holder and gently wipe the tissue.My snout immediately tilted. Should I keep what I know a secret first?“They’re going to watch a concert.”I didn’t comment after he said that, after all, his parents came here for him and I didn’t. . .I was shaken. What was going through my mind? What do you think, Cherry, that he is going to propose to you? TSS..wake up! Don’t dream because it will surely seem vague that it will happen again. After you turned down his marriage offer then, now what will you expect?I was nervous when his parents arrive. We are here in Dawson’s suite to wait for them.Rexon and Dawson were not there because they were on the rooftop waiting for the helicopter carrying their parents to land.“Are you nervous?” I felt Lara’s palm on my shoul
I WAS UNCOMFORTABLY sitting in my seat, not because I was next to Hannah, it’s just because Rexon was staring at me the whole time.I smiled widely at him. My heart was overwhelmed with joy and happiness. I don’t care if Hannah is jealous, as long as I’m here to support my boyfriend, nothing else.“One more time, then let’s move on to another song,” Jeff said as he kicked the guitar again.“TSS . . .Rexon can’t concentrate because of you,” she said firmly.I turned to Hannah, who was now right in front of me staring. I wait for her a little second to look at me in the eyes, but she didn’t.I looked back at Rexon. Again he looked at me in his damn serious face. It seemed to be distracted by my presence. But I have no intention of leaving. What I did is to stand in my seat, saying, “Goodluck, babe!” I cheered.I saw the shock registered on his face as their co-member tease
I WAS SHOCKED by what I heard, but I still tried to smile at them.“Oh? Hannah, yeah. She’s with us. Thanks again, see you around!” I say goodbye to them.I walked fast not to return to the bungalow but to enter the barrio of San Bartolome.I’m not jealous of what I’m eating again. I just wonder why they are all here?I first entered the market where there was a lot of tourists shopping.I was wrong to think that the Island was not yet fully developed because when I entered its navel, I saw the vibrant civilization of the area there. There are already many standing café shops and several restaurants and bars in the city row.I also spotted some hotels and resorts before I reached the destination hotel. I looked up at its large, lofty yard. Maybe you need to walk a few kilometers first before you can enter the hotel entrance.I quietly entered and was amazed at its beauty and size. I was about to to
I WOKE to the chirping of a bird to be heard from the young man. I narrowed my eyes and glanced at Rexon’s bed last night. It was no longer by my side, but the smile never left my lips.It’s hard to believe what happened, but there’s only one thing I know is true. He is no longer angry at me.I pulled out the clothes that hung on the closet door and walked out the door onto the small veranda.My lips agape when I notice the Island right in front of me. The sandbar also seems to be an advantage of the Island.“Wow!” I couldn’t help but say.“You’re awake.”I turned to Rexon, who now seemed ready to tour the entire Island. He was wearing a white polo shirt and khaki shorts dyed with brown topsider shoes.He immediately hugged me from behind and kissed me on the neck.“It’s nice here, Rex,” I said softly.“You’re much more beautiful than thi
I REMAINED standing while biting my lip. Tears welled up in my eyes, but I quickly wiped them away.That’s it? Is that it? Will he not confront me for what happened, or the worst thing is to break up with me?I quietly lay down next to him and glanced at him with his head turned to the other side of the bed.I breathe out heavily. What should I do to make him lose his temper?I leaned over and examined his wide back beside me. His strong back and broad shoulders are one of the most beautiful parts of his body. I won’t get tired of staring at it and touching it when the opportunity arises.I exhale sharply, then courageously caress his back gently.“Rex?” I mumbled softly.I moved a little and just squeezed into him. I could smell his scent and the softness of his skin underneath me.“Are you asleep?” I ask in a low voice.But there was no answer from him, so I squeezed even harder into
“REX,” I say, barely more than a whisper.“I’m glad you still remember my name,” he says under his breath and kisses the base of my neck.Of course! Even though it was slightly hoarse, I knew his voice very well. Gradually my shoulder shook as I could no longer hold back the tears.Damn it, why am I still acting?“A-What are you doing here?” I ask. I wiped the tears with my hand.I’m going to face him again. I immediately swallowed and collected the remaining energy when I look up at him. Damn! Why he’s so gorgeously hot wearing his black suit? His sensuous, sexy, statuesque body shape made my heart overwhelmed with surprise.I’m too stunned to penetrate the feeling inside me. Is this how I miss him so much?“Why? Are you not happy to see me? Are you expecting someone else besides me?”I closed my eyes and shook. Wrong question, Cher.“When did
I LOOKED UP at the five-star hotel that Cindy told me about.“Are you sure this is the venue?” I asked as we walked down the hallway.“Yes, they’re in the function room.”Before we entered, she first took me to one of the suites to get dressed.I have seen some models smile at me. They are wearing the work that Cindy herself did.I looked down at the black corset dress I was wearing. Its chest contour was slightly low, so my chest almost popped out when it tightened the ribbon on my back.“Perfect!” Her wide smile commented on me.I glanced again at the models next to me, who were wearing far away from me.“Ahm, is this really what I’m going to wear? Isn’t it too sexy?” I hesitate to ask.“It’s the groom’s request. You’re the main guest tonight, so you’re great because he’ll give you a big tip to make sure.” She re
IT’S THE SECOND week of December. It’s only a few days before Christmas. Just like the weather, my heart is as cold as it is.I heard a noise from the living room because Andrew is putting up a Christmas tree. I got up and took a shower. I received a message from Ms. Cindy.“Oh, our queen is awake!” Andrew smiled broadly at me as he faced the Christmas tree.“Are you leaving again?” Aunt Melva asked.I glanced at Dad holding some garlands to attach to the Christmas tree.“Yes, Auntie, I just have an appointment today,” I say goodbye here.I stepped closer to Dad and gave him a kiss on the cheek, “I’m leaving, Dad,” I said.“Won’t you have breakfast first?”“Not anymore, maybe at the meeting.” I turned my back on them and walked out.I went to Cindy’s boutique. It’s been a while since we saw each other, so I decided