UsIf only I could disappear this instant, I would have done it a long time ago. All I wanted at that moment was to disappear without him seeing me. But I know that's far from reality. And deep inside me, I know this time will come.I calmed myself down and just focused on what I was doing. I was relieved when it was almost done. All I wanted was to get out of there as soon as possible. I can hear Santi's voice from afar and no matter how much I stop myself from listening, I can't.Heavy footsteps from behind awakened me from my reverie. And before I knew it, he was right in front of me. He avoided looking at me and shook hands with the judges next to me. I cleared my throat with the indifference he was giving me. Or was I just imagining things?He's totally different from the last time I saw him. His physique let out a strong authority and aura. No wonder all the staff went into chaos when he walked in. Not to mention his serious and stern expression which seems to be natural to him.
ResponsibilityI had a hard time sleeping that night. He walked away after what he said while I was left anxious and afraid. Even though it never occurred to me that this would happen, I secretly hoped it wouldn't. I expected him to be angry with me. With my sudden disappearance, everything was not clear to both of us. I can't blame him. But to see him so angry earlier, I wasn’t prepared to face it.I don't know which of the two I would prefer. To see him indifferent towards me or to face his anger. I thought he'd moved on. I expected him to be. I was even more afraid of the possibility that he would know about my son. It's much easier to deal with him myself. But now that my son is involved, I'm struggling."What did he tell you?"I took a sip of my drink and turned to Bailey. I didn't go straight to the condo after what happened. I would be too nervous he'd follow me so I stopped by Bailey's place instead. He came to me and sat next to me."He seemed mad," I sighed."Well, he has th
DadIt took me a while to calm down and compose myself. I can just pretend we're strangers, right? After all, that's what he did when we first met. Besides, I bet it's about work. That knowledge reassured me. Even though I am still so embarrassed about what happened a while ago. I should still be given the benefit of the doubt because I just started here.But now that I am in the position, I have to take responsibility for everything. Had I known that something was wrong, I would have done something right away. Maybe I was too confident with the idea that the deal had been closed months ago."If this is about the report, I will take care of it and proceed with the initial plan.""And your team? What are you gonna do about them?" He scoffed."I still have to sort things out, Mr. Lopez so I will call a meeting today. Rest assured the project will not be affected."I looked him straight in the eyes. I must say I would have applauded myself for not wavering in front of him.He really chan
EngagementI tried to brush off what Callar had said last night. I reasoned out in my own head that he was asleep at that time and doesn't really know what he was talking about. Even when my fear and apprehension are too much.I was mindful when I brought my son to the academy. He would normally talk about random things but today is different. He's silent and continues to look out the window."Baby, is there something wrong?" I asked to get his attention.He looked at me briefly then resumed his gaze outside the window. I can't help but worry. It’s the first time he’s acting like this and I'm scared."Is there a problem, Callar?"He shifted on his seat and looked at me for a moment. I can feel something is wrong."Mommy, do I have a dad?" He asked reluctantly, sadness etching his voice.I lost focus for a moment that I almost stepped on the brakes in haste. I immediately returned my attention to driving even though my hand was shaking from the sudden nervousness. This is it. The day I
MineEverything happened so quickly that I wasn't able to react that fast. My brain is still trying to process what I just heard. Most of the guests are shocked too. Who would not? Xander was with someone else when the old madame of the Del Rio’s suddenly announced it.I held my temple with sudden dizziness. I can't think of anything else but to go home and forget what I just heard. I just want to go home to my son.I was just distracted when I noticed the faint commotion on Xander's table. He was trying to get away from his parents. Aurora is no longer at their table. I didn't even notice her disappearance."Did you both know it was going to happen?"That's what I immediately asked Mom and Dad when we got home from the mansion. It was a relief the party ended peacefully despite the announcement of Donya Esmeralda. Only a few noticed the tension in Xander's family. The old madame didn't even pay attention to her grandson who left the mansion in the middle of the party.I feel bad for
GirlfriendI clung tightly to his arm. His kisses are slow and soothing. I didn't feel any anger at the way his lips grazed mine. His kisses went deeper and I lost myself. I didn't realize how much I missed him until now. Now that he was holding me and kissing me, the feelings I thought I had buried in the depths of my heart prevailed again. That no matter how angry I feel, I still love him.I gasped for air when his kisses went from my lips to my cheeks, down to my jaw. I tilted my face to give him access. I feel like I'm going to suffocate from the heat that his lips bring to my skin. He pulled me closer to his body."Answer me. Is it still him? Hmm?" He asked between his kisses.I groaned in protest when he stopped kissing me and his grip on me loosened slightly.Realizations poured on me like cold water when passion build up in me. I pushed him but he held me tighter. I looked up at what he did. His eyes were soulful and gentle, entirely different from the anger he showed earlier.
So BadIt took a while before I calmed down. I took my hand back from his grasp when we got out of the mansion."What was that all about?" I spat.He breathed hard and it took him moments before he finally faced me."What do you mean?" He asked, feigning ignorance."Will you stop fooling around? If this seems like a joke to you then it's not funny at all!" I said angrily."I am not kidding around," he said grimly."What are you doing here in the first place? And what girlfriend are you talking about?"He was taken aback by my remark. But he immediately returned to being serious. I know he's provoked but I don't intend to do that. I'm just being realistic here."Damn, we made love and all that and you're still not my girlfriend?" He whined.
BelieveI can't remember the last time the two of us were calm together. We seemed so comfortable with each other that I want to get used to this.Then I snapped back to reality when his phone rang and I accidentally saw who it was.So they're still seeing each other, huh?He canceled the call as if it was nothing and looked at me again. I gave him a cold glare. The cold thing in my stomach resurfaced."Answer it. I don't mind," I said coolly as if it was nothing even when my head screams otherwise."It wasn't important, Cian-"His cell phone rang again which only irritated me more. I stood up and headed toward my table. He also stood up when I started to walk away."I'm done eating. Answer the damn phone and get out of my office. I still have work to do."He groaned painfully and picked up his phone but he did not leave. I crossed my arms as I looked at him, confused. I just raised an eyebrow at him without backing down."Yes, Ivory?"I gritted my teeth upon hearing the name. I clenc