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The Following Morning...
At work, bored Jade rolled the sleeves of his shirt. Going through the last sheet of paper in a document, he remembered Sapphire. He quickly grabbed his phone and to text her.
[Let's go have dinner and see a film tonight at 7:00 p.m.]
[As for the attire, wear something tacky.]
Sapphire got his message and sent him an awkward couple sticker.
She smiled at his messages while she thought of the clothes to wear. And the colour, pink. Definitely pink.
Jade was about to leave his office when Mr. Tim ran into the office from downstairs.
"Where's the CEO?" He asked Barbara.
"He's in his office!" She replied to him immediately. "Hope no problem?"
Tim rushed into Jade's office without even knocking.
"There's a big trouble sir!
Although, Jade felt heartbroken too, he drove back to his hotel. It was such Abad day, indeed. Thank goodness no one died. Lost in thoughts, Jade's phone started ringing again. He picked up while his eyes focused on the road."Yes." He fixed his earpiece onto his ears."I'll be there in 5 minutes.""Did you contact Mr. Johnson's family, too?""Good, look into some flights in California, so I can arrange something in case they want to come here.""Yes." He replied and dropped his earpiece."Fuck! This driving is driving me crazy!" He grunts to himself, adding more speed.That night, Jade couldn't sleep. He kept on writing and researching and working without even looking at the teddy bears key-holder this time.Till the brightness of the day. Jade was still on the work. He went to have his bath in the shower. Since he owns a hotel, Jade has
Jade was on his way to a meeting, so he tried calling Sapphire's contact, but she wasn't picking."Why isn't she picking up?" Jade asked himself curiously.Then, Mr. Tim called."That's a relief.""But please, keep monitoring the status of the media." He retorted."Yes, bye." He ended the call and zoomed off.***Sapphire just came out of the bathroom when she checked her phone.[2 Missed Calls: From The King Of Devils]She started at the screen of her phone, hoping he would call back.Just then, a call entered. She was excited but it wasn't Jade cling. It was Gabby.***Later That Day...Sapphire went out with Gabby. She went to buy some good-looking face caps and dark shades for Gabby. It was in BB Malls so, Ace caught
Ring! Ring!! Ring!!!Jade's phone buzzed on the table. Sapphire tried to reach for the phone but she couldn't. Jade was resting on the other side of her shoulder and she didn't want to wake him up. Else, he might not get time to sleep.The buzzing stopped and continued again. She stretched her hand and finally touched the screen. Doing this, Jade woke up. He took a deep breath and looked around, confusedly."How long have I slept?" He asked."Not that long. Almost an hour ago."Jade let out a heavy sigh and hummed to himself. "I finally feel alive again."Sapphire stared at him with guilt laced in her eyes. For some reasons, she felt responsible for everything. As if she'd pushed him to the wall in the last three days."You look like you've only managed to have a meal today. How many hours of sleep have you been getting?"
"I have something to say. Don't be too mean to me. We weren't that bad three years ago." She explained as they walked towards the restaurant in his hotel.Hearing her bringing up the past doesn't sit right in Jade's ears. Immediately, he turned to her with a friend."What is it you want to say?""You want to talk here?" She asked as Jade looked around him.They were halfway to the restaurant already, but he didn't want to keep Sapphire waiting, again. They just got together a night before."Let's go!" He rolled his eyes at Chloe as they went to the restaurant.After a while, they got seated and Chloe started the discussion."Let's start over, Jade."Hearing her say this wasn't funny but ridiculous. Jade just had to laugh. Something uncommon when they were together. He gazed at Chloe for a second."You don't have any feelings toward me
The Next Morning...Sapphire was scrolling through her phone, reading the morning news from a website. She felt happy as she scrolled through the written article."Hey girl, what are you smiling about?" Zoey walked to her.With a glint of joy and happiness in Sapphire's eyes, she showed her friend the news."What? Gabby got signed?!""Yes!" Sapphire replied. "Umm... I want to ask. When would you close your today?""Why? Do you want me to close early so we can eat and drink together?""No. Not that exactly. I also want to ask... Can you tell me what most guys are into." Excitement laced her eyes as she asked."What? Guys?" Zoey whizzed at her. "Guys like who? Gabby?""No, not Gabby!" Sapphire jerked almost immediately. "So you know... I was referring to an average adult guy. More of a man."
Hours Later...9:00 p.mSapphire took Jade into Zoey's boutique. The whole place was dark, but she led him through by holding his hand firmly into hers. Then, she switched on the lights as the room got brighter."I left something here." She lied.Jade just followed. His eyes scrolled back and forth the stuffy place."I don't think Zoey is here. Why would she close her shop this early... I don't understand."Sapphire smiled at Jade's curiosity. She just led him upstairs without saying anything.Just then, he saw a poster designed with balloons saying; Happy Birthday, My Dear, Jade."I borrowed her entire store just for you. Isn't that amazing?!" She jerked with excitement.Jade stare mouth-opened. It's clear that he wasn't expecting any of this."Com
After eating, Sapphire brought out her present for him. It was wrapped in a golden box.Jade wore a curious face at it, wondering what would be there."It's a gift for you. Aren't you going to open it?" Sapphire leered at him.Jade looked at her awkwardly. It's the first time a girl is giving him a gift. Well, he wasn't feeling right with it but he collected the present.Noticing the disappointing look on his face, Sapphire decided to open up to him, a bit."I'm sorry, it's but a billion dollar car or a 100 million dollar watch." Jade goover at her surprisingly, wondering why she's ever want to get him stuff like that."But in exchange, you don't have to buy me such things, either." She ended the sentence."I already have trending cars and watches." He muttered, frankly. "Why? Did someone tell you that I'll need something like that?"
***Days Later"Write up the minute for the meeting and send them to me." Jade instructed Mr. Tim."Yes.""And as for the plan for winning the governor over... We'll be doing it.""Um, yes sir." He and others chorused as they left the meeting room.Just then, his phone vibrated. Jade checked it immediately, and it was a message from Sapphire.'I won't be able to come today.'Jade frowned as he read her text."Imagine? How annoying!" He hissed.So sorry, it's going to be a long day today, and I just. Can't. Come.... She sent him a crying cat's meme."What's it with this woman, huh? She's not even reading my text now?"Meanwhile, others were gossiping about him."Is our CEO really in a relationship?" Barbara asked her colleagues.
***Later that day, Jade came to pick her up."Aren't you selling these?" Jade started."No, but would you buy it for me?" She asked."Isn't that cheating?""You'd be making a donation so you're doing a good deed." Sapphire cheered up."She sold it for him. Alright then, can we leave?""Of course." Zoey's mum replied. "You've done a lot today.""Bye ma'am.""Good bye." The couple waved them. Jade placed his arm around her waist with they walked side by side.Is that really his wife? Some women gossiped. She's so old fashioned, like seriously? She didn't even wear makeup. How local?"Director! Have you seen the article?" Mr. Tim rushed to Jade."What's it now? Did they say I had an affair with someone?""No, it's not that, sir. It's about the young Madam."
Antigua And Barbuda Island3 Days After WeddingThe newly wedded couple gazed at the sunset for a minute. Sapphire stared at the rosy clouds and commented, “It looks like I can just pluck the clouds out of the sky and eat them. Don’t they look like cotton candy?”“I love the way you think.” Jade laughed.Sapphire sighed, stretching her arms above her head and then placed them behind her back on the soft mossy ground. With this, she leaned on her elbows, and then, eventually, lied down completely. Later on, Sapphire folded her hands behind her head and watch the last of the sun’s rays disappear below the horizon. The first stars begin to peek out from the black curtain sweeping above out heads and the light of the full moon. There aren’t any crater or bruises — just a polished sphere of white looking down at the both of them.
Sapphire was in taking her students dancing classes with one of Jade's recent songs when Jade walked in. He watched her with excitement for a while until she stopped and dismissed her students. She gave them a hug as usually. Jade walked in and took a chair from the corner of the room. "Oh, Jade!" Sapphire shrieked, by his presence.He sat down and watched her earnestly. "The media would be reporting about us, soon. Would you be alright?""I'm glad the school would be on vacation next week. Hope they won't harass my students?""I don't know but... How about
The early risers chirping to the morning sun beams peeking through the clouds. Colourful birds performing their morning rituals made the gentle, cool breeze blow through the white curtains. The light of dawn seeped into the beautiful mansion. With brightness covering the natural and man-made creations, the first rays of sun beamed through the window.A smile stretched on sapphire's lips as she gently opened her eyes. Looking around, she remembered what happened last night and smiled even brighter. Stretching like a lazy cat, she noticed Jade wasn't beside her. Her eyes turned to the other corner of the room as she pulled out of bed, sitting upright."...Yes, I won't be coming to the hotel for a while. If there's anything important, forward it to my email address." Sapphire heard Jade's voice from the bathroom."Hello wifey." He walked up to her cupping her face into his palms. Then he gently placed peck on her cheek that m
It was the American Got Talent's finals. The judges were dressed in extravagant clothes as the crowd roared to the first participant in merriment. It was a funny magician that brought smiles to people's faces despite his old age. His performance was simply magnificent. The audience loved him.Next were a set of twins. Maria and Mario with their explicit dancing skills. They did a salsa, ballet and hip-hop mixed dance and the crowd cheered their names.M&M! M&M!! Ruby was the next participant. She's bold and courageous but the outrageous amount audience and lightning still gave her goosebumps."Don't worry. Everything would be alright." Gabby encouraged."Okay, Gabby. I'd try my best." She promised and took out a deep sigh.The next contestant is... Ruby Darlings!!!"Yaaaayyyy!!!" The crowd cheered up as she walked to the stage...
The Following Day...2:00 p.mSapphire walked out if her class while everyone had gone home. Climbing downstairs she raised her gaze at Jade whom was awaiting with his while jeep, as usual. He noticed the surprised look on her face and moved closer. Sapphire felt like evaporating into the thin air, she couldn't believe her eyes."What are you so surprised about, wifey? You're making me feel bad."Sapphire wore a stern look at him and walked down to where he was. Don't shout okay, were not even married yet and... I didn't know that I'd run into you here." She explained, avoiding his gaze. Turning away, Jade held her wrist and pulled her towards him. His hands wrapped around her waist."And what does that mean? You didn't give me a good reply last night so I came to pick you up."Sapphires pushed him away as he let go.
Meanwhile, Lucas visited Zoey's boutique to tell her what had to."I tried my best to convince him, Zoey. I think Jade's made up his mind.""Jeez! That idiot!""Me?""No, I'm referring to your friend. He's so proud and arrogant. I wonder why I'm going this far just to bring them together. I guess that's why he makes so much money, huh? Because he's stupidly stubborn." Zoey vexed."Jade also feel down sometimes but I think he's ready to leave the past behind." Lucas explained."Does he really not have any feelings for her, then? I guess he didn't love Sapphire as much as I thought he did. Anyway, thanks for everything. I guess I misunderstood but... Since she can meet someone better with no regrets, I think there's nothing to worry about."So, I've tried all my best. Jade has his ways, you know.""Yeah, yeah. I know. I also know that he's n
***After lunch, Rome drove back to Zoey's boutique. He asked Sapphire to pick any 2 clothes of her favorite designer.Happy and ready for shopping, Sapphire checked out the clothes, line by line. Row by row."You can pick 2 more! Zoey uttered. Consider it a gift from me to commemorate you overcoming your heartbreak." Zoey added."Wow! Wait, since you're buying things for me, I'll... Pick this one!" She jerked over a pink sequine gown that had while tons on its chest for designs."Like seriously, do you know how much that gown costs? Don't let me shout at you! " Zoey blurted."I broke up with a guy and now I'm in tons of pain. I'm so miserable..." Sapphire pretended, acting as if she was actually crying.Watching her, Rome and Zoey burst into laughter."Wow! You're never this sly before!""So would you buy this gown for me
At the bar with Lucas.11:46 p.mJade and Lucas were seated in their usual spot. The bar man offered him a cup of champagne. He gulped it down his throat at once.Hey, don't even think about getting drunk, okay?" Lucas warned."I'm not." He poured another drink into a wine cup. "I'm not drunk but I'd like to get drunk."Lucas watched how he gulped it down his throat again. He looked so sad and messy."Don't overthink, Jade. Time heals all wounds." Lucas advised. "I'm sure you'll forget about everything with time. He pay him at the back.""About what you just said..." Jade poured another drink. "Don't believe that drivel. It's a lie" He started at the glassy cup and poured the third cup down his throat. He closed his eyes to the thought of it and gulped it down in pain.Jade drove home, collapsing on the sofa chair in