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Isabelle ‘Belle’ P.O.V.
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From top ten to top eight, to top five, to top two, two top one, in all our batches.
It’s difficult to reach the top one, because apart from the fact that I’ve worked so hard there are still judgmental people around me who want me down and I don’t have a parent to run to or just tell, only my pillows, blankets, and the bed were with me whenever I was having a hard time.
And, until I finished high school as the top one in our whole batch, my parents still couldn’t visit me but there was progress because they called me to say congratulations.
Because of a call from my parents, I was encouraged and did not lose hope that one day they will receive me again, that they will give me even a little more attention.
In senior high, I moved to Heirs Internatio
– (FLASHBACK) –............Isabelle ‘Belle’ Arcadia’s P.O.V.-Alex Shin ...I asked that name to my classmates who I knew would answer me correctly. According to them about Alex Shin. He is a playboy, he changes women every day, he does not last with just one woman. Even at other schools, he has dated a lot. It is said that women often approach Alex so that they can date.“Look,” pointed out a classmate I asked.We are here in the cafeteria now, because my three classmates told me to eat with them. After all, they noticed I was always alone.“Alex Shin has another new girlfriend.” Another of my companions said.I looked at who they pointed to Alex Shin. I haven’t seen his face yet.“Ah, who’s Alex there?” I ask. I can’t see the man they’re referring to very well.“The man has
– (FLASHBACK) –............Isabelle ‘Belle’ Arcadia’s P.O.V.-I didn’t even have to ask who John Andrew Cabrera was because most of the students, especially the girls, we’re talking about him.Based on what I heard, Alex and Andrew are friends and they are both from the ares section and continue to be the pride of this school when it comes to academics. That’s why he ranks one in our entire batch because he is one of the prides of the school.I am here today in front of the bulletin board. It’s been a few days since these rankings were posted so I’ve been going back and forth here for a few days just to look at these rankings, and hoping that they might have just made a mistake, that I might even be one of the top five... but no. Nothing changes.My vision blurred because I didn’t notice tha
– (FLASHBACK) –............Isabelle ‘Belle’ Arcadia’s P.O.V.-I didn’t drink and eat what Alex had given me earlier, but I took it home and now stare at them.I crossed my arms.All night I wondered what it meant for Alex to give them to me?He can’t like me. I mean, does he look like this? Maybe it didn’t cross his mind to include me in his women’s collection? Because I’m not his type of woman.So in the morning, I didn’t know what to do, if I read a book first and then take a bath? Or take a bath first and then read a book?What I did in a hurry was I ran to the bathroom but instead of clothes I got a book so while I was taking a bath I was reading, but I didn’t think it would splash on the water.After I finished taking a bath, I quickly left the room while blowing my book to so
– (FLASHBACK) –............Isabelle ‘Belle’ Arcadia’s P.O.V.---I change my look, even myself for the better.I started skincare, went to the dermatologist and salon. I always make sure that the day doesn’t go by that I don’t do skincare to take care of my skin and keep it smooth. I also went to the gym if I have extra time, I also exercise and diet to improve my body. I no longer wear enormous glasses, I wear contact lenses and the hair that used to always be braided is now loose and sometimes I curl the ends for a nice look.I do all these things for Alex to notice me. But my number one priority is still to rename John Andrew Cabrera to rank one in our entire batch.Entering the classroom, I immediately noticed my classmates looking at me.“Wow,”“Who are you?”“Are you a classmate of
– (FLASHBACK) –............Isabelle Arcadia’s P.O.V.---While laughing with my classmates here in the cafeteria, I secretly glanced at Alex, who now had a woman with him at a table near us.Ever since that day...Ever since I tried to do that...Yes. I almost did that…I almost did that because I was tired, but nothing happened.When I was about to do that, Alex arrived. He stopped me from doing that. If it weren’t for him, I might be out of this world. I thanked him, but that was also the last time he spoke to me. He never puts food on my table in the classroom again.I stood up and told my companions that I would only buy a drink, but the truth was I would try again. I’ll try to get Alex’s attention again.I don’t know when, but as long as I wake up one day, I just realize I fall f
- (FLASHBACK: New school year) -............Isabelle Arcadia’s P.O.V.-I am still staring at the bulletin board for grade twelve like me.I can not believe it.I read again which section I am in and if there is really only one section for the two of us, but how many times have I read it like that again I still can’t believe that Alex Shin and I will be in the same class this school year.I slapped my cheeks lightly. This should not be a dream.“Ouch,” I laughed, whispering to myself.My little slaps hurt me. It meant I wasn’t dreaming, it meant I could be in a classroom with Alex. I already have a chance to notice him again.I happily left in front of the bulletin board and went to our classroom.During the summer vacation, I tried to forget how I felt about Alex because I knew it had no destination in the end. I&rs
– (FLASHBACK) –............Isabelle Arcadia’s P.O.V.-Was it because Alex had nothing to do with life then?Is it because of his friend who is a playboy too to bet me?Is it because he’s just targeting to hurt me?Whatever that reason was… I decided to forget how I felt about Alex.I am very indebted to him, but my feelings are not enough to compensate. Maybe one day I will be able to repay my debt to him as well.So the next day when Alex invited my classmate Patrice to have lunch, I couldn’t help but get into their conversation.“Don’t talk to Patrice. Find another woman to date.” Brena said to Alex.“Yeah right,” I interrupted and at once the three of them looked at me. “In this classroom are Brena and Patrice, who are the only ones you ha
- (Note: This chapter is the continuation of chapter 34) -.…........Patrice Mauricio P.O.V.-It didn’t at once sink in on me that Isabelle slapped me on. Why did she do that? Have I done anything wrong? Did I have to tell her how hurt she felt?When my spirit awoke to the slap Isabelle gave me, I immediately took my belongings and chased her down the hallway.“Isabelle!”Isabelle didn’t stop walking, so I ran towards her.When he was about to go down, she went down the stairs.“Isabelle, what’s the problem?” I asked directly.When I looked at her face, I let go of the arm I was holding on her.Her eyes are red from crying.“Isabelle, what’s the problem?” I calmly asked.“I do not know.” she calmly answered and then left me confused.What doe
Diana Rose POV-I want to hide my tears. I want to bring my tears back to my eyes but I can’t.“Diana, don’t cry anymore.” Isabelle said to me.“I can’t help it.” I said, still crying. “Hold it as long as you can—no until we finish putting all the makeup on your face.” All the makeup that will be used on you is waterproof, so once the makeup is done, you can cry and cry until your eyes will be swollen.”I was crying like crazy and laughed at Isabelle’s words.“This is what we’ve all been waiting for. This is the day that will happen, so your beauty should dominate. So stop crying.”“But—”“No buts, Diana. Will you stop or I will slap all the makeup in front of you?”I stopped crying and nodded before hitting all the makeup.THIS IS THE DAY.We waited one year and nine months before this special day, Alex and I’s wedding, will happen. The process took a long time after what happened before.Miracle was a bit traumatized by what had happened then, especially the loss of Ronald. Mirac
Diana Rose POV-“Miracle!”Before I could run to Miracle, I saw Ronald was hugging Miracle to protect Miracle from the gun bullets.The rain of gunfire stopped at the same time as Ronald fell to the floor while bathing himself in blood.“Ronald! Miracle!” I was full of worry and shouted as I ran towards them.“Mommy, Papa doesn’t want to get up!” Miracle said, crying. “We’re still going to eat, aren’t we?”After I made sure that there was not even a single shot of Miracle from the gun, I first shifted my other attention to Ronald.I gently tap Ronald’s face. “Ronald, please open your eyes. Please.”I smiled when Ronald’s eyes slowly opened.“How to stop the bomb in Miracle’s body? Where is the remote to stop the time bomb in Miracle’s body?”“Do you think that I can hurt my daughter?” he said faintly.I stopped for a moment and shifted my gaze to Miracle who continued to cry because of Ronald’s condition.“No,” I looked back at Ronald. “I think I was scared.” I also looked back at th
Diana Rose POV-We heard a police siren.“Dammit, how did they track it down?”“Ronald, please. Stop this. I’m sure Alex didn’t like what happened to your sibling.”I have to make a way for us to stay here until the police find us in this room.“Shut up! Whether or not Alex likes it, it’s still Alex’s fault!”“But, Ronald...”My lips twitched when Ronald pointed a gun at me.“Will you keep quiet or will I fire the first bullet of this gun at Miracle?” Then he pointed his gun at Miracle.I shook my head. “No, please. I will shut up. If you want, I will go with you now, just don’t hurt Miracle. Please.”Ronald punched my stomach twice, causing me to feel weak. I felt him loosen my handcuffs, but my stomach felt an unfamiliar pain.I want to fight this time, but my stomach is in so much pain that my whole body is almost numb.“Let’s see who is more important t
Alex POV-Dammit.I miss Diana and Miracle so much. I shouldn’t have returned to New York, especially if I knew I would be stranded at the airport for two days because of the typhoon, and if I wasn’t required in that emergency meeting, I wouldn’t have come back without Diana and Miracle.“I’m sorry, but could you please hurry?” I said to Paulo, Isabelle’s husband.I asked Paulo to pick me up because I know how fast he can drive. He is a doctor and once he drove an ambulance in which I was also riding and how he drove, he even beat the one in the race car.“I’ve already maxed the speed limit, Alex. If I speed up, I might be over-speeding. This is not an ambulance.”He is right.“One more thing, calm down. I will have delivered you in less than thirty minutes.”“Fine.”I tried to contact Diana’s phone number, but I still can’t contact her. When I landed here around seven in the evening
Diana Rose POV - While I was getting my jacket and my bag, I still tried to contact Ronald’s number but I couldn’t call his phone number even though I couldn’t count the number of times I tried to contact him. I couldn’t think of anything other than going to see Miracle right away. That’s why after I got my bag and jacket, I left the house, just in time for a taxi to pass by, so I stopped it right away. I didn’t waste a single second and told the taxi driver the address that Ronald sent me. “Ma’am, it’s farther and then it’s late—” “I will pay any amount as long as you take me to this address.” I beg in desperation. I understand why the taxi driver almost refused. It’s a bit late at night and maybe he still has something to go to but at this time I’m desperate and willing to give all the money I have just to go to Miracle right away. “You look in
Diana Rose POV-After I finished meeting Ronald, he insisted on taking me to Isabelle’s house. Ronald also told me that is why there was no one at the cafe where we met because he rented it for the entire day.“Oh, my gosh, Diana Rose Soleta, we met!” Isabelle shouted as I entered their house. “I’ve been waiting for you. Why did you just visit me now?”The weather was hot, so we just stayed inside their house.“Because l met Ronald.”“I see. I understand.”Like Ronald, I just met Isabelle again and just now I could contact her.“I thought you forgot about me.”“Sorry, if I just contacted you now. I’ve been busy these past few weeks.”“I’m just kidding. I understand. Are you and Alex getting along?”“Yes,” I said with a smile. “Our family is complete now. We’ve been together these past weeks.”Isabelle’s jaw dropped. In joyful surprise, Isabelle’s jaw dropped, and then she hug
Diana Rose POV-Three weeks had passed, but it was still like a dream come true that we have now completed as a family.We did nothing for three weeks except bond after taking Miracle from school. But every Friday night, Alex returns to New York and then returns Monday morning, but often when an emergency in the company he needs it, Alex is back in New York to take care of his work. “Mommy, when is daddy coming home?” Miracle asked me as we were cooking breakfast.“Tomorrow morning, baby.”“By the way, do you want to go to school anymore?”“Yes, mommy. I want to say goodbye to everyone.”“Okay, I’ll take you later. Then that’s the last time you attend that school.”Alex has taken care of all the documents for our departure back to New York. It is a good thing Miracle agreed to return to New York because she said she liked it because his grandparents and his favorite is Uncle Darryl.
Diana Rose POV-“You two finally made up!” Darryl said when Alex and I visited him in his hotel room. “I’m sorry if I told Diana what I know.”“I think that’s fine.”“Of course!” I said. “You should have told me everything before.”“Calm down, Diana. Let’s not bring up the past.” Darryl said teasingly.“I’ll just get Miracle and I’s stuff, then we’ll move to Alex’s house—”“Our home, Diana. That’s our home,” Alex corrected me. “Our home. Miracle and I are moving there.”“Moving house?” Darryl asked in surprise.“Yes, why?” I ask.“That’s all you’re going to do? I mean, what do you plan to do now that you’ve settled? Other than that, I think you’re going to tell Miracle the truth. What else do you plan to do?”Alex and I looked at each other at Darryl’s question.“You don’t have any other plans?” Darryl asked, out of concern. “Hey Alex, what are you up to?”
Diana Rose POV-STRAWBERRY SCENT scented my sense of smell when my spirit woke up. At the same, time I felt a lot of pain in my, body especially in the lower part of it.For a few moments, I felt the edge of the bed I was lying on sink a little and I smelled strawberry scent even more.“Good morning, my SB.”Then I thought of opening my eyes after I heard Alex’s voice.“Good morning—why are you naked in front of me?”Alex was wearing nothing but a white towel for his lower body while he was wiping his wet hair with a white small towel.“It’s like you didn’t touch my whole body, you didn’t lick my man—”“Stop it!” I held my breath, cutting off the teasing Alex said to me.Every time I remember what I did last night with Alex, I feel like my whole body is burning with the shame of what I did. I didn’t mean it, I was just carried away by my emotions from what we were doing last night.