HENRY"Happy birthday Henry" Mia jumped on me and I chuckled as I hugged her. "Goodness, I can't believe you're 19 now" she smiled as she ruffled my hair. "I brought a gift for you, I'm sure you'd like it" she chuckled while playing with my hands. I subconsciously glanced around, searching for Camila. Why can't I see her yet?"Oh, if it's not the birthday boy," Chloe laughed as she reached me. I exhaled as I stared at her dress, it's very exposing. What was she thinking when she wore this? "I look beautiful, right?" She twirled around and I scoffed mentally."Well, of course you are" I heard the voice say and looking up, I was shocked to see Braden. Braden? I haven't seen him since the incident that day."You're back" I mumbled as I pulled him into a hug. He chuckled patting my back before he disengaged and I saw him stare at Chloe, eating her up with his gaze. She looked away slightly scared and as she made to leave, he grabbed her hand."I'll go meet Sam" Mia said scurrying off and
CAMILAI rolled on the bed completely bored. Now, if my phone was here, I'd have gone to the internet. I brought out my book to read but as expected, I couldn't assimilate anything. I dropped the book before walking to the store room. Maybe I should try making a sculpture with the little knowledge I have. I chuckled as I dropped all of the equipment on the floor in the store room. Damn, they're very heavy. How did I manage to bring them here? Maybe because I was happy. Okay, a sculpture of who? I pressed my lips together as I thought of who I'd make a sculpture of. Henry, the name rang in my head. Yes, he always wanted a drawing from you. And…I can make it a birthday gift and… I'll present it to him when I see him. I smiled at the idea and gently, I grabbed out a stool setting up everything. I've once made a sculpture here so some materials are still here.Goodness, I yawned tiredly but I continued. Since I'm an amateur, this will take days. Soon, I was tired so I walked back to the
CAMILAI exhaled as I tried arranging everything in a rush. Goodness, I just hope he likes the portrait. I stared at it once more unsure of myself. Will I say it's a birthday gift? What if…what if he doesn't like it? What if? I shut my eyes but reopened when I heard the honking of the chair. Rushing to the living room, I looked out through the curtain. I really hope it isn't dad. I exhaled when I saw the familiar creature - Henry's guard. I rushed out and I subconsciously bowed when I reached him. He chuckled gazing at me."I'm here to take you to him" "Yeah…yeah, I'd be ready soon" I scratched the back of my head nervously."Take your time, I'll be here " he told me and I smiled."I'd be done soon" I bowed before rushing back into the house.I scattered all of my dresses as I searched for what to wear. Goodness, I hate having to go out. I smiled when I sighted my favorite top. Yeah, that's great, with baggy pants. I smiled as I wore it before rushing to the store room taking the por
CAMILAI stopped abruptly as he asked me the question. What should I say? "My card was invalid, the gatekeeper told me that" I answered but he didn't bulge, he was still staring at me."Why didn't you call me?""I…I lost my phone" I stuttered as I glanced around. I can't tell him Chloe damaged my phone right? He chuckled before shaking his head and slowly, he walked towards a particular direction. I followed behind him timidly wondering why he suddenly went quiet."Are you that scared of Chloe?" "Huh? Ch…Chloe?" I stuttered and he turned to me."Why didn't you tell me about Chloe? She stopped you at the gate, didn't she?" He asked and I nodded slowly. "Then why did you omit that part, common Camila, I wouldn't take side with the bad one""I'm sorry…" I mumbled. I felt the pull on my hand and looking up at him, he was staring intently at me."I consider you a friend. You should too Camila" he told me and I nodded gently. I considered him a friend a long time ago. He pulled me firmly
CAMILA"Are you being serious?" I asked Henry as I ate from the plate. It's lunch time and I'm fucking having lunch with him-alone. Over the days, we've grown closer and at least, students don't stare when they see us together. After the visit at his house, I grew fonder of him and I know it's dangerous...but I just can't help it. Braden and Jack aren't in school, they haven't been around for quite a while so it's only I and Henry."Of course, aren't you participating?"I gulped down nothing in my throat as I thought of it. Well, he just told me about the drawing contest and even though Ava once told me about it, I am still scared."Common, you can just participate, along with Chloe. You might emerge as a winner."I faltered a smile, he really thinks I'd win? So, I should participate huh?"Now, I have to go, okay. I just decided to have lunch with you, I have people to meet."I whipped my head at him as he said that. He's leaving the school now?"Eat up. I'll go when you're done" he s
CAMILAI gawked around in class completely alone. I didn't know not having friends was this bad. Henry isn't in school today and so is Jack and Braden. What exactly keeps them busy huh?"Bitch!" I heard the voice yell and my eyes widened at the familiar voice. She? She's back? Their suspension is over?"What exactly is she trying to prove?" I heard another voice and looking up, I saw Camila and Samantha. Now what? Now what? God please."Huh?" Chloe pulled hard on my hair as she reached me. I let out a shrill cry since I wasn't expecting it."Huh? I'm asking you a question. Why did you register for the contest huh? You want to compete with me?" She gritted and I whimpered as I held her hand to stop her from pulling my hair."Huh bitch?" Samantha smirked and my eyes widened as she gripped my cheek."Please let me go, save me" I cried out but none of the students were helping. "Let go please" I cried when I felt her nail dig into my cheek.I was in trepidation as I glanced around for hel
CAMILAI kept on sniffing as I tried not to stumble in my steps. My steps were fast yet tentative. I wasn't sure if I was doing the right thing, my arm hasn't healed completely and here I am. Here I am to participate in the drawing contest. I was determined to give it my best even though my arm hurts like hell. I really have to meet the Governor, it has been one of my biggest wishes. I subconsciously glanced around, searching for Henry, but he was nowhere to be found. Where did he go?"So, ladies and gentlemen" the principal addressed the students and they cheered loudly and when the noise died down, he continued, "we have 15 contestants," he read out the name and I sat gently on a seat."You look beautiful" the voice whispered and I almost flinched but relaxed on seeing it's Clinton."Thanks" I sat up staring at the principal as he continued calling out the names."Each of them has four hours to give us their best drawing of the pictures" he stopped and called out my name.I exhaled
Surprisingly, dad was at home when I got in. He saw my face and he shook his head as I walked to him."Dad" I whimpered as I hugged him. He was just right for me, he knew I had to talk to him."You didn't win, huh?" He asked and I nodded as I embraced him. Well, he did know about the competition…but I didn't tell him whoever wins get to have a dinner with the Governor. I omitted that part."It's okay Camila, at least you participated. I know you can draw well, you'll do good someday" he kissed my forehead and I relaxed.I sniffed as I sat on the sofa and he handed me a cold drink."Why're you back today?" I asked as I gulped down my drink."You told me about the contest. I knew you wouldn't win…" my eyes widened as he said that."You knew I wouldn't win?" I asked wide-eyed. He exhaled trying to shake his head and a tear slipped down my face. He really thought I…I wouldn't win? And me? I really did just as he expected. I sniffed as I cried, everyone thinks lowly of me and maybe I'm jus
Anna glanced around in class as she watched the news.So Camila is the Governor's daughter. Wow. She exhaled as she continued watching.So, what will happen to Camila's and Henry's relationship huh? And Chloe, she wondered how she'd feel.She was so engrossed in the state's activities that she didn't know when the person approached her."Hey" the voice jerked her back to reality and she smiled on seeing Clinton.The smile left her face when she saw him stare intently at her."What?" She mumbled under her breath. His look was kind of holding compassion but she better not think far."Camila isn't in school?" He glanced around and she nodded to his question. Does he still want Camila?"Won't she come for exams?" She heard him say under his breath and she almost scoffed."Do you still like her?" She found herself asking. The question made Clinton pause because yes, he still wanted her."No" he lied but it felt like he was telling the truth.Anna gave a discreet smile before turning to him
Braden stared at Chloe as she slept. They had a good time and he enjoyed every bit of it. He came here to make love to her because when he heard she still wanted Henry, he wanted to go mad. He couldn't believe it but thank goodness, he thought of everything.Chloe was just someone who lacked love and Samantha only influenced her. So, he came with the intention to make things clear. He loves her and she needs to know.She moved closer to him and he wrapped his arms around her in a protective manner.…When Chloe woke up, he was still admiring her. Chloe sat up with a blush as her boobs dangled down.Braden pulled her to him before he exhaled, "I love you."His voice was in a whisper yet it meant so much to Chloe. She pulled away from the hug, her shock evident on her face.He said he loves her? She blinked rapidly as she processed it."You…you" she wanted to say but he stopped her with a kiss."Yes, I love you" he declared once more, a happy smile on his lips."Oh my gosh, oh my gosh"
CAMILAI sobbed as I curled up on the bed. I tried hugging my tiny self as I reminisced on everything.If Henry is angry then, maybe, he might just end things with me.He…he will tell me to fuck off. A tear ran down my face as I thought of it. No, I can't think of losing Henry.The knock on the door interrupted my thoughts and I dashed to the door immediately.My face sank when I saw it wasn't Henry but my face lit up seeing it's Fanscho."Fanscho…" I subconsciously pulled him into a hug.Damn, I haven't seen him for a long time.He chortled as he patted my back which got me smiling."You're really okay, thank goodness."I pulled away instantly and he laughed, "come with, Henry sent for you.""Henry?" I batted my eyelashes as happiness surged through me, "where's he?""Come with me, I'll take you."…My heartbeat quickened as we took every step towards the garden where Henry was. Fanscho was leading the way and I tentatively walked behind him.Will Henry break up with me? No, why'd he
CAMILAMy heart thumped loudly inside of me and I glanced at Henry but he only stared unfazed. Isn't he scared or bothered?Well, just now dad said he has to talk to the two of us and…I'm scared.I'm scared he's going to end everything between us. No, I don't want that. I don't want to lose Henry."Stop being a scared pussycat" Henry gave a lopsided smile and I didn't know how but…it made me smile. I know he meant something else. He's being naughty while I'm scared huh? Well of course, he became naughty when he came back.You had to see how many times he had me yesterday."Shut up!" I whispered jokingly but paused when the footsteps approached.Dad is coming."Heyy" he sat down and my heart sank at his sight. I hate having to see his arm this way.I held back my tears as I waited for what he had to say."Camila…" he called with an exhale and Henry scoffed."You know you're my blood now and that's affecting your relationship with Henry."A lone tear ran down my face as he said what I e
HENRYAnger boiled in me as I stared at them. Why did they even leave me in the hospital? I came here with Mia and just at the doorstep, I heard him talk lovingly to Camila. He loves her that much?Of course, she's his lost daughter. But he has never directed such attention to me. Even while Camila was away, he took Chloe as his daughter and he only treated me less than a son."Answer me!" I ordered and I saw Camila flinch. Her lips trembled and I knew she was scared.No, I wasn't her for that, I shouldn't make her scared ."Why did you leave?" I sauntered towards her and she swallowed trying to maintain eye contact with me."She had…" dad tried speaking but I stopped him."I need you to excuse us" I ordered, anger building in me. He only nodded and he ruffled Camila's hair before walking out.Wow! How much he loves her. Now, I'm forced to think he's not my dad."Why did you leave?" I held Camila's jaw as I stared softly at her."I…I…I…please…just go Henry" she stuttered and I exhaled
HENRYI woke up with a flicker of pain. My head hurt and my arm hurt. I tried opening my eyes but my lids felt too heavy.I tried rolling on the bed but the pain in my chest made me stay still. I groaned when the pain increased and the events came rushing to my memory.I was shot…I was with Camila . Camila was telling me to hold on but I couldn't. She told me she loved me, she told me to stay alive but my hands slipped off her face.Am I dead? Is that why I can't open my lids?I opened my mouth to speak, maybe someone could tell me where I was, "anyone there?""Henry?" I heard the voice. A familiar voice.I heard footsteps which meant the person was coming towards me. And…that's when my lids opened.I squinted my eyes as the rays hit my eyes and I saw Mia.Mia? I thought it's Camila. I glanced around as I searched for Camila but I only saw Chloe. Where's my love? Charles didn't take her, did he?Mia reached me and immediately, she took my hand, sobbing lightly."You're okay now.""Whe
CHLOEI grinned as they all stared at me as the only hope they had. I saw the Governor, no ex-Governor glared at me but I didn't care.When Camila left, I thought about it.She said a few words and her explanation seemed quite true but I didn't believe her. But when she talked to dad, I saw the affection he had for her. Even when they wanted to kidnap him, they took her first so it could be true.And then Henry is in the hospital, he needs my own kind of blood. So, I had to use the opportunity to my advantage. I've always wanted Henry or Braden but this morning, Braden didn't care so I could just have Henry.I know we aren't siblings but only dad and I know that. So…I have to keep it away from Camila to get what I want.I don't care if he's my cousin or not."Tell us, what do you want?" Camila asked desperately."Only one thing, before he wakes up, you get out of his life. I want Henry so you have to step back.""Chloe! This isn't the …" Mia tried saying but I raised my hands and she
CHLOEI got out and I saw her eyes widened."Camila?" Mia ran out and I ran after her."Mia!" We reached her and Mia retreated in her steps when she saw the person."Henry? Henry?" She bent down and I saw tears roll down her eyes. A tear rolled down when I saw him. Henry. He's covered in a pool of blood.How did this happen? I looked over at Camila and saw…her face was plastered and filled with bruises.Did Uncle Charles torture them this much?"Henry?' Mia kept shaking him but his lids didn't even open."How…how did this happen?" Mia stuttered before she stood up. She grabbed Camila angrily. "How did this happen?"She wanted to speak but all that came out was a gasp. She was choking on her tears."Henry?" I took his hands and saw they were pale already.I saw Camila stare intently at me as tears rolled down her face."Where's the Governor?" Mia asked and Camila paused."Dad…dad…he's inside" she rushed towards the left and I ran after her. Wait, why did she call him dad? We got in an
CHLOE"Chloe!" I heard the voice barge in and I turned to the person immediately."Mia?" I called as my lips quivered."Where…where's Henry? Where's Camila? Where is the Governor? Are…is the news true?" She rushed her words and I scoffed."I don't know…Mia, I don't" I shut my eyes as a tear rolled down. Is it true? Why'd he confess to it? I didn't even know it was…it was uncle Charles.Damn. He finally caught the Governor. A secret we've tried to bury. Yes, we, I knew about it years back and that's why I struck a deal with the Governor. For his secret to remain with me, he has to treat me like his own. Not like I'd rat him out or anything.And he did…"Where…where are the guards?" Mia asked and I looked up."They…they all left.""Goodness " she shut her eyes, pacing around. "Where…where are they? We have to go save them" she mumbled and my eyes widened. What?"What…what, we have no guards.""Where are they?" She yelled and I flinched."Here, the guards tracked their location before t