Gabbie's POV"I've got my diplomaaa!!""Ahhh!!!" I and Leia held each other's hands while shrieking and jumping in the air. Finally, I've got it after long summer nights of continuous hard work. Now, I am a graduate and that feels so nice.We had a small celebration in the house. The guest is only Leia and Josh. Of course, Gwyneth and Garry are here, too. They cannot possibly miss this important day of my life.I have lived my life to the fullest. I was blessed with so many precious moments together with my family and friends. These moments never cross my mind to pursue anymore since I married, but no, they still came through and I couldn't be happier.My father could wake up very soon, says the doctor. Leia and Josh were hired by a big entertainment company and they're now rookie filmmakers. Garry is about to start schooling after a two-month vacation. He even joined the football varsity of the university. Gwyneth and I had so much time to know each other more. Some nights, we would
3rd Person's POVEarly morning at a classy restaurant, Xander is waiting for Gabbie to come. He has been internally shaking after two months of separation. Just like yesterday when his wife called, he got so electrified that his heart was not beating the whole time they talked on the phone. But today is different since they'll be able to see each other again. He couldn't be more scared of the something she wants to tell him but also couldn't be happier to finally meet his wife again.It was not so long when Gabbie entered the place. She wore her casual look on clothes but her cast is not the same as before. Xander saw her roaming her eyes around. She must be finding the man. He stood up immediately and it was at the same timing the woman finally glanced in his direction.They met eyes. Gabbie stopped for a second there but returned in a haste to the aura she brought with herself. She strode the remaining distance between them while their eyes are still fixed on each other. Breathing d
3rd Person's POV"We will be making Ms. Nicole Smith the product endorser," reported Jameson."What? Who suggested it?" Xander could only frown his forehead."Sales and Advertisement Department, Team 3?""Gabbie?""Yes, Sir. Ms. Sanchez wanted it," Jameson emphasized the formality if ever his boss is forgetting again."Call Ms. Sanchez here, now." Thankfully, he got the hint. Gabbie has been working in the company for a month now. As the contract indicated, she was hired as manager in the sales and advertisement team. No one dared to question that since everyone knows she's the first lady despite her wanting to be called Ms. Sanchez. However, there are always the ones who would roll their eyes at that, thinking that inequality existed again in this trying to be fair world but fails.Gabbie had undergone a proper process of hiring. She submitted a job application letter and curriculum vitae, went to an interview, and passed. But no one will believe that it was fair at all, instead, a
3rd Person's POVQuinn came back to their unit with her crestfallen look. No one asked her anymore since they all heard about the upheaval in the right corner of the large room. Their office is an open space that enables everyone to see other units, sundered only by 2-meter tall dividers. Quinn just passed a proposal to the finance, but not the commercial project with Nicole Smith, only to receive shouts and mocks from Mr. Dave who found the format so wrong.Gabbie approached Quinn when she sat down to her desk to redo the whole process. "What was wrong about the format?" she asked. Quinn looked at her with a guilty expression because she, somehow, knew she botched up this time."There is actually a company's standard format that we have to follow but I find it so confusing so I tried to change it this time with something convenient for me since it would make my work faster," she explained. "But I guess it's a big no since the company should stick to rules." She sigh deeply after that
3rd Person's POV"Leia! Josh!" Gabbie yelped the moment she saw the two entering the private room. They rented an exclusive dinette in a Japanese restaurant to finally talk about the commercial project they are about to do. Since they'll be meeting a supermodel today, everything should be well organized.The manager of the restaurant already got the heads up of the popular celebrity that is about to come so the security was strengthened all over the place.The directors of the commercial will be the two newly-arrived and Gabbie couldn't be more thankful for they both agreed straightaway when she called them. They are now five in the room including Quinn and Lester."How is office work, girl?" Leia started off and Gabbie made an exhausted expression which made them laugh. "Is it that hard?" Leia followed up.Gabbie nodded with a 'save me' look. "I swear I never imagined myself dealing with sales," she admitted."But you're doing fine since you have lasted a month already," Josh conclud
3rd Person's POV"I'm here to pass the format, Sir." Gabbie placed the document above the director's desk while the man is giving her sharp glares."Why are you passing this instead? Does your subordinate not confident enough to present this and thinks you'd be a good shield?""I am here for work, Sir. Am not trying to start an argument. Please check the proposal." Even still heavy-hearted, Mr. Dave took the file and started to review it as he should. Gabbie's team came prepared this time and made sure to submit a proper proposal format."I'll accept this," the director stated while rolling eyes. "Today should be a good day for me and I'll never let you ruin it," he mentioned and even felt the urge to share the thrilling news to the lady, "Just for your update, we're gonna have an important meeting today and be ready because your time on top is about to end in a bad note," he blabbed.Gabbie is fully cognizant of the board meeting that's about to happen and she knew, too what card Mr.
3rd Person's POV"How much time do you need to fix that?" Xander inquired."I have checked the file and I think the damage is quite massive. I'll be needing two to three weeks, perhaps," Jameson admitted. The boss understood the situation since he knew Jameson is always doing his best on his job."Ok, then give it to me whenever it's ready. And one thing's important," he raised his index finger to emphasize the note. "Don't ever let the recording be on my father's care. Never."Jameson is aware of the statement's implication and also knew the reason behind it. Mr. Alejandro will completely destroy the file especially if it truly holds something against him and Xander should never let that happen. He has to know the whole truth this time."But what if he threatens to kill me?" Jameson acted scared but Xander only glared at him."He will not kill you, I guarantee that. Just tell him you don't have the recording and he'll not force it out on you.""How can you be so sure?""He still need
3rd Person's POVGabbie get back to work after a day of leave. Even how she wanted to stay longer in the hospital, that can't happen since she has loads of work to finish. And one of those is the commercial project that they are rushing now. She finalized the file early morning and passed it to Mr. Dave as soon as possible."You mean, Nicole Smith?""Yes, Sir. The famous model, Nicole Smith.""Huh! Ridiculous!" Mr. Dave stamped the proposal on his table with some force that jolted Gabbie a bit. "You know what? Before, I thought you're just some ordinary employee that would not contribute much to the company, you know what people with a high connection is like. But I didn't expect you to be this brainless." The girl was left open-mouthed with the account. Everyone is hearing this right now and the girl could only form fists to try to quell herself."I have explained in detail the benefits of this project to the sales of our clothing line. I presented our survey results as well as the f
Engulfed by the height of fearLoud creeping mantra I hearIn the midst of blowing windWithin the huge prison I sealA butterfly knocked on my empty gardenSprinkling gold dust on my dim denNevertheless, I shunnedFrom the colors offered in her palmsBecause I need healingFrom the monsters I was dealingYet embraced by the wings of easeMy world is now at peaceShe is my healingShe is my cureShe gives me feelingMy pain I succeed to endureI found my remedy in her eyesA cosmos as wide as the skiesA place infinite far from lieA home with no more silent cry-Xander Evans🔸🔸🔸The End.
3rd Person's POVBribery, embezzlement, tax evasion, and murder are the crimes announced by the judge under the defendants, Clyde Evans and Jameson Nicholson. They cannot get away with those crimes because strong evidence was passed to the court. Until the very end, the two partners in crime are two partners in prison.Xander was the one to submit it all on that night when he knew about the real cause of Gabbie's miscarriage. The case lasted for two months but in the end, Clyde and Jameson didn't win. Eight months ago, during Xander's medication that seemed like a siesta for his nemesis, he gathered information about how Clyde manages the company with the help of his driver that also became his only assistant left. Worse luck, Clyde, that smarty-pants took advantage of his power to gain more profit even if it's going illegal. The doctor who was bribed to hide the true cause of Gabbie's miscarriage was also penalized and his license was cut off for good. Xander couldn't spare it, he j
3rd Person's POVGabbie waited for him patiently on that green couch that didn't share some peace of mind. She wanted to be succored in the therapeutic environment of the house but she just can't get any. It is now getting dark and Xander is still nowhere to be seen. She called him many times though she isn't sure if the number is still working or maybe Xander destroyed it already six months ago.Eternal later, the door finally unlocked and Gabbie stood up to welcome Xander with so much worry in her eyes. The man's bearing now is a lot more eased than how he was when he went out.They stared at each other, wearing the same look that they totally understand without any words spilled. Xander was the first one to step towards her as she stood there still, waiting for the man to come close. Their eyes did not leave each other until they are now a foot apart. Xander held Gabbie's cheek and caressed it softly. "It's my fault," he started and Gabbie quickly shook her head in retort. "They ki
3rd Person's POVGabbie continued her steps towards him, carrying the most usual look she can gather. "I was worried you've left already," she sighed out of relief."W-What are you doing here?""Me? I'm fetching you, what else?" She then grabbed his polo and reached it to him. She is cognizant enough that she's too natural to be true as if this isn't the first time they saw each other after six long months. But she cares less about it, she will act this way.Xander observed her demeanor for some time until he snatched his polo from her and continued his outfit change in her front. He was not saying anything.Gabbie then attempted to help with his buttons but Xander looked away. "I can do it," he faintly stated."Yeah, sure. Uhm, then I'll just get your shoes," she offered again and tried to get them but Xander was fast enough to take them first. "No need," he is still sounding austere.Gabbie can do nothing now but wait for him while she continued her tales and TMIs. "The weather is so
3rd Person's POVThe days went so fast. It's like a fleeting time but it's actually a fleeting world. Xander resigned from his position as Clyde took over. The Evans Company now experience a new birth since the temporary mishap that happened due to the Chairman's imprisonment. Somehow, it's going back to its normal flow but gradually.Gabbie also resigned from her position as she was offered by a publishing company to work as a writer. It was the company that Kiel talked about on that last phone call they had before he left for Finland. Like the situation of the Evans Company, Gabbie is also being born again with a fresh start, a new life.They were divorced. They took all the process leniently and didn't even spare a chance to talk about it any longer. It was decided, they are done. Xander though refused to take back all the properties from Gabbie's family as per part of the divorce document he requested from his lawyer. As a settlement, the house and lot that Gwyneth and Garry are li
3rd Person's POV"You are the most amazing person I have ever laid my eyes on. You are a gem of this universe, unparalleled. I never wanted to own you because I was just a mere security guard who could not even provide you security. I even became your most cursed being and I loathed myself for years and will continue to loath myself for the rest of my life. But I had to stay alive to catch your anger and grudge. I had to experience the pain in this world to pay for my sins. Never once in the hours of my life that I never felt guilty about my crime. But I cannot turn myself in to protect and guard your happiness and peace. I cannot turn myself in until I was sure no one will ever harm your safety again. I know you truly love your family and all I wanted was for you to be with them forever. That is the least I could do for you. I know whatever I say will not be enough to patch my wrongdoing but I would still want to apologize for being the greatest despair of your life. Please forgive m
3rd Person's POV"You'll end up like me!""You'll kill her!""You're not in love, you're obsessed!""You're obsessed!!"Xander opened his eyes abruptly as if catching his lost breath. He stared at the ceiling to try to calm his nerves and to recall what made him this uneasy again. It was a dream.He lifted his head to the side of his bed and saw a tranquil angel sleeping soundly. He observed her for quite some time until he finally got back his stability. But what comes after is fear of something else. Gabbie is innocently lying beside him like a precious soul that need not be hurt or touched. But the danger is not from far away; it's beside her right now.That's him.Xander climbed down from the bed after checking up on his wife long enough for him to realize he has drowned again--in his fancies, fantasies, and dirty thoughts. He should restrain himself from any set-off so he went straight to the balcony to gather some fresh garden air.That dream of his is created by a demon, it is
3rd Person's POVThe police captured Xander's father without him resisting. But the way he looked at his son speaks a lot—disappointment, rage, and grief. Xander didn't bat an eyelash since he expected it that way though he cannot face him directly. After all, he is his father. The police all went out meeting the enthralled press. The reporters and other scoop-diggers were just too many that the path was almost blinding due to nonstop flashes of cameras.Xander and Jameson were the only ones left inside the room and they are still looking at each other. Until Xander walked near him, "You happy now?" he gritted his teeth."You think I am? I never told you to do that for me. I should be the one to capture that darn man! Why did you block my way? Why?!""I didn't do that for you. I did it for myself coz I am a victim, too. Yet, unlike you, I didn't use anyone else to claim the justice I want because if appeasing my pain would result in the pain of others, ain't I the same darn man, then
Jameson's POV"Make sure everything is burnished. You hold the program's flow, you understand?" I am now on the technical team, giving final words before the anniversary commences. The sound engineers nodded to me to manifest assimilation of their job's importance in today's event. I took that as aplomb before I stepped out of the room.By the door stood five guards who are stolidly attentive to their assigned space. But why are security guards looking so manly these days? This is giving me some treat, you know. Unluckily, it's not in my bag this time. I have some life-death matter on my hands and giving an eye of duty to the one guard standing on my right is one step of the plan. The guard responded in kind with my unnoticed eyes on him and it tells something around the word trust. He should be taking care of these other bunches of handsome guards upon cued or else I'll be banned in Clyde's bed. This is it, this is the final show.Since Xander planned the program, I have also been