*Andrea*I had left to catch my breath in the bathroom. It was uncomfortable being in the piercing gaze of Nora. I was done with my business quickly. As I walked out of the bathroom, I decided I couldn't stay here anymore. Though Mr. Shaw had helped in clearing out Nora's speculation, I got weird stares from some people while I worked back. They were judging me with their gaze. I hastened steps. Soon, Nora and Alejandro were in sight. It seems Alejandro was about to step out. “Do you love her?” I heard Nora ask, and I stopped on my track.I wanted to know that answer, too. He had told me repeatedly that he liked me but never that he loved me.Alejandro slowly turns to Nora. My heart almost ripped out of my chest, and my breath quickened. What would he say? I unconsciously placed one hand on my chest.“Yes.” He replied, his voice firm. I removed the hand from my chest. “I love her. Do you have a problem with that?” He asked her.Nora sent him a shaking smile. “Of course not. I was
*Lucas*I was so surprised to see Andrea at the party. I didn't know how she entered or who invited her. It was a good time to talk about things. Not that I wanted her again, I still love her, but our story is already in the past. I just wanted her to be with me at that moment. She is my ex, and of course, I wanted to know who she was with now.She didn't seem frazzled by me, and this made me wonder if she had been invited by her new boyfriend. Whoever that asshoe was. I closed my eyes and opened them as I pulled my car over at the entrance of the club. A ballet parking man in a gray suit rushed towards me and drove the car into the parking lot. If I hadn't received a text from Edwin, my friend, I would have found everything I wanted about her.I walked past the two bouncers in black suits at the entrance. I didn't need to show my card as was required here. I was frequent here and was well known. Immediately, the door was pushed aside, and I stepped in; I was greeted with loud musi
*Andrea*“You told him?” Alison yelled and wrapped a pillow around her legs as she adjusted on the chair. I placed my hand in front of me. “I said I almost told him.” I gulped the glass of water I held.She placed the pillow beside her and leaned forward, “What happened? Give me the full gist; why are you breaking it in half.” She said. I placed the glass between us on top of the table. I had a long day today. I just returned a few minutes ago. I closed my eyes and opened them, memories of what happened two hours ago flooding me.Two hours ago…“I have something I want to say,” I said before I could stop myself. “What is it you want to say?” He asked.“Well, the thing is I…” I began and paused. I swallowed. This was so hard. No, I can't do this, “Is something wrong?” He asked.“What do you want to say?” He asked, moving closer to me. My heart plummeted faster inside my rib cage. “Well, I have a…” the words were in my throat. ‘I dated Lucas before.’ I shook my head. That was such a
*Alejandro*When I returned, Lucas was standing close to Nora's room. “Sorry I kept you waiting,” I said. He smiled and waved his hand. “It's fine.” He said. Though my date with Anna had come to an abrupt end, I was glad I could spend the night with Lucas. Alone. “Have you had dinner?” I asked. “No.” He replied, “Perfect. Let's have dinner together.” I said. “That would be nice. But,” he paused and inhaled. One hand stuck into his pocket. “I have plans with a friend.” He said. “The doctor said Mom would need company for the night. Could you please stay with her?” He asked. This was the first time he was asking me anything. He never asked anything from me, and hearing him asked me to stay with his mom, though it is not something I want to do and I wasn't going to do it, I was glad he was asking me something.I agreed to stay with Nora and watched him leave.Williams soon came after some time. “What happened to Nora?” I asked him when he sat close to me. “Well, she collapsed. I di
*Andrea*I didn't want the morning to come. I didn't think it would be here within the twinkle of an eye. My head was on top of Alejandro's chest.Maybe it's because it is the first time we lay in my room together. After all, it's different. It didn't feel like the regular night we always had. We have spent so much time together in the past, but this felt special.I listened to his heartbeat, which had suddenly became my favorite sound. Slowly, I raised my head. He was still asleep. My hair fell on his chest, and I brushed it to the back.I smiled as I stared at his handsome face. His brows were perfectly arched, his nose straight as it should be. Some strands of hair fell on his face, and I brushed it up, careful jog to not disturb his sleep. It was still dark outside. I reached for my phone on the table close to my bed. It was 5:30 am. I placed the phone back. Alison is an early riser and would soon be up. Though I did not want to, I knew I had to wake Alejandro from his sleep so
*Nora*The hospital was suddenly quiet now that Alejandro was gone. Williams was seated by the corner without a word. I ran my hand through my hair. When I fell in the hall and pretended to have lost consciousness, this was not the plan. I didn't think I'd have Williams watch me through the night instead of Alejandro. It was all going well; when Williams called Lucas and he came, I knew he would call his father. He is a good son. He wanted Alejandro to stay the night with me, and I thought it would be possible.I thought Alejandro would stay, but he had to run off with an excuse, and I could do nothing about it.I rested my head on the pillow, hoping to doze off, but I couldn't.I was already wearing this uncomfortable gown and had yet to wash my makeup off my face. It was no use staying here if Alejandro would not show up.Feeling frustrated, I sat, leaning my back against the bed frame. Williams stood immediately and walked towards me, a worried expression plastered on his face. “
*Andrea*“I don't want to speak in front of strangers.” She said, looking at me, “Leave!” She ordered.“Why should I?” I think it was time I stood up to her less she thinks I am some pushover. Her eyes widened in surprise. I have never spoken to her in such a tone before. Yes, I wanted my relationship with Alejandro to be a secret, and I know I shouldn't try to push him to interfere, but I honestly don't want him to interfere.“What did you say? It seems you don't know your place, and you need to be reminded,” she said, her voice filled with disdain. “I don't. You met me engrossed in an important discussion with my boss; you can't just butt in and tell me to get out.” I said. Her face reddened with anger, “and I think it is you who needs to be reminded of your place.”Alejandro had a slight smile on his face in support of my outburst. Clara's lips trembled in anger as she tried to speak. She couldn't form a coherent word. She turned to Alejandro, her chest heaved up and down. “Al
*Andrea*“Are you sure you want this? If you still feel good, you can stay back.” Her voice mixed with concern. “I am fine. I just felt a little dizzy earlier, but I am okay now.” Besides, it was too late to return since we were already in a cab.The car pulled up in front of a bar. Alison stepped out first and handed money to the driver. We walked into the bar, which was lively and filled with people.The colorful light glowed on those dancing on the floor. Alison and I found a table and sat. A waiter came, and we ordered drinks. “You look stressed,” Alison said. How do I explain to her that I've been feeling unlike myself for the past weeks? I got tired easily and was always sleepy and dizzy. “I think it's work,” I said. I noticed a woman walking into the bar; she had red hair styled in a ponytail. She stood at the entrance and looked around as if looking for someone, and when her eyes landed on our table, she started towards us.“Andrea, are you here?” It seemed Alison had said s