“What are you doing?” Arya asked him weakly.Instantly, as if realizing something, Ryker stopped and then sighed tiredly.“I'm sorry, I'm probably just tired...” He said as he stepped away from her.“No, don't worry...” Arya said once she saw how listless he looked when he was lost in his thoughts.“Excuse me.” Ryker briefly said and stormed out of the room.“Ryker wait!” Arya called out to him right before he close the door but she was too late.He had ignored her.Arya hissed as she fell onto the couch. As she looked back at the previous events that had transpired in the room, Arya felt even more embarrassed.She didn't like him, she was sure of that but just like the majority of the world; she couldn't resist the temptation of a handsome person.The next day came quickly. Arya had left the room after spending some time also to clear her mind, she had her bath and changed into comfortable clothing. She had half the mind to go and meet Ryker but she decided against it, it would be t
“Oh, that's easy, it's because my mother had worked in the mansion since the Rivera family’s children were small. So she would always tell me about all of them.” Kayla answered with a light laugh.It didn't seem like she was lying.“That makes sense... Wait, you said you knew about all of them right?” Arya pondered and asked another question.Although the answer was obvious, Kayla still answered her with a smile.“Yeah, I did.” “What can you tell me about the first son?” Arya asked while she picked a book from the bookshelf and sat on a soft carpet near the window.“You mean Tyler?” “Yeah... I already know that the family doesn't like to talk about him that much but that's all I really know.” Arya said with a sigh.She was in the dark when it comes to most things, this was one of them.“Tyler Rivera is the original heir of the Rivera family, but he doesn't behave like one,” Kayla said with disgust at the end.“How so?” Arya’s curiosity was at its peak. She wanted to know what made Ty
“It isn’t what it looks like! How could even believe a picture first without asking me!” Arya screamed as she crumpled the picture in her hands.“Arya-““You’re saying you expected better from me? Well, I too was disappointed…” Arya interrupted her father with a sneer.How cheap did they think she was?“There’s also video evidence.” Her mother said curtly and straight to the point with a painful expression on her face.“What..?” Now it was Arya’s turn to be stunned once more.“What do you mean there’s video evidence? I didn't do anything and these photos just used angles to mess with the perspective of what really happened!” Arya once again tried to defend herself.The silence was suffocating and heavy as she was stared at by her parents who had already stood up from the couch.“I'll send the video to you and that isn't the main thing as of now.” Her mother said while drowning a glass of water that was placed on the table beforehand.“Then what's the main problem??” Arya asked her mot
“Wait...so you didn't believe me until now?” Arya asked coldly.She thought someone had finally believed her and then she heard that from his mouth. She really can't trust anyone.“You can't blame me, Arya.” Ryker glanced at her with a sigh as he said that.“And why can't I?” She refuted asking another question.“We have zero romantic relationships and this-” He paused as he pointed at both of them, “Is all business, a relationship between partners, where we both help each other when needed.” Arya was silent after he had said that. He wasn't wrong.Both of them accepted that fact right from day one so why was she expecting him to say something different?“It's getting late and I'm sure you haven't had dinner,” Ryker stated, snapping her out of her train of thought.“Oh? You want me to leave so soon?” Arya let out a depressing chuckle as she stood up from her seat.“It's not like that, Arya-”“Don’t worry. I'll take my leave now.” With that, Arya walked out of the room and shut the
“Lucas..?” Kayla groaned as she said that name.Yet that didn't discourage the man, instead, he seemed even more delighted.“That's my name~.” The man, Lucas, said with a little tune.“What are you doing here?” Kayla asked as she squinted her eyes.“I'm here for this little miss...” Lucas said whilst pointing at Arya who in turn had a confused expression on her face as her lips twisted to form a frown.“I'm sorry but, who are you?” Arya asked.“I'm the one Ryker sent to help in your little...delima.” He finished with an odd smile.Lucas was what one would describe as a gym freak. A hot gym freak.He looked to be about the same age as Ryker, maybe older. With his dashing hair and fair skin, he wore a casual black and white suit with an earpiece on his left ear.With every step he took, his muscles bulged, and his odd smile remained the same.“You’re not coming?” He asked as he turned around to face her when he noticed she was still in the same position.“Right, sorry, Kayla. I'll see
“Yes?” He replied nonchalantly with a slight smile.He wasn't even trying to hide the amusement that shone in his eyes.“That’s a heavy accusation that you’re trying to put on Arya’s bodyguard.” Kayla was quick to go on the defensive as she eyed Jace and his family.Arya was still in shock because she knew that Jace was telling the truth but she didn’t think that Lucas, who had been so nice, was the one who kidnapped Jace!“Mum, he’s the one that did this to your only son!” Jace screamed in fear as he shook his mother who was staring hatefully at Arya and her group.“Arya, my baby, is that true?” Arya’s mother asked terrified and shocked.“It’s not, Jace is probably not feeling well after what happened to him,” Arya said to her mother as she ignored her ex-boyfriend’s yells.How did she even like someone like that?“Are you calling my son a liar?! No wonder you didn’t do anything to help us! It was you who caused everything!” This time it was Jace’s father’s turn to scream.Even with
Today is the day.Light makeup adorned Arya’s face as her hair was styled into a complicated yet alluring hairstyle. Coupled with the fact that her dress was gorgeous and fit all her curves in the right places, Arya resemble a goddess.Arya sat down quietly as she watched everyone try to prepare themselves.All her bridesmaids had already arrived and were currently trying to finish up their look.It won't be long until someone came to call her to start coming.Arya was happy but she couldn't stop the voice in the back of her mind telling her something was going to go wrong. She also couldn't ignore the fact that Blair was still out there somewhere planning her downfall.Just thinking about the things that could go wrong made Arya’s palms sweaty.“What? Don't tell me you're getting cold feet already?” Tamira teased once she noticed how nervous Arya was.“You don't have to worry. Everything will be fine, Arya.” Kayla too rushed over when she heard Tamira say that.It seemed that all thr
The wedding was a success. Arya was surprised that no one had caused trouble for them and was also amazed that Ryker managed to stop Blair's plan. "So, we're finally married..." Arya said to break the silence that had been hovering above both of them for the past hour. "Yes, we are. That means step one has been completed." Ryker responded as he adjusted his watch. After the wedding, they went home to change for the after-party that would be happening later on. The after party for the wedding was held in the company, all the employees would also be attending. The last detail was the one Arya disliked. She could still remember the harsh treatment that they showed to her when she first saw them. The company had a floor just for events like this. "We're nearly there so prepare yourself," Ryker told Arya when he noticed her change in facial expression. "Yeah..." Arya responded as she watched the driver take a left turn to the company. Once the people surrounding the area saw their
"hurry up." Arya urged the trio toward the plane when they finished their check in. It was her first time on a real life plane, how could she not be happy? "We're coming, Arya." Kayla said as she tried to catch up to Arya who was running toward the stair leading inside the plane. "She's the direct opposite of you." Lucas teased Ryker who had an annoyed expression on his face. Lucas knew the reason but still continued to talk. When they all got on the plane, they found their respective seats. Lucas sat next to Ryker while Kayla sat next to Arya who was looking out the window. Since they were flying first class, there was plently space and everyone minded their own business. "How long is the flight?" Arya asked when she finally calmed down. "About three hours, after that, we'll continue on boat to the island." Kayl explained as she let out a yawn. Being on a plane makes her sleepy. "That's a long time..." Arya sighed when she discovered that she didn't have anything to do. She
Who doesn't love waking up? Especially to the excited squeals of young women. Ryker doesn't. Yet that was how he started his day. "What's going on?" Ryker asked Blake who was watching Arya and Kayla squeal and laugh. "Your mother just gave her a present... a plane ticket to go to one of your private islands, sir," Blake explained tiredly. It was still early in the morning and he was already exhausted. "That isn't enough reason for them to be screaming so loud this early." Ryker frowned as he watched them. Thankfully, they had already stopped screaming. "Actually, sir, it's not that early in the morning. It's 10:00..." Blake said as he showed Ryker the time on his watch. "I'm going back to sleep... Tell them to keep their voices down and don't let anyone disturb me unless it's important." Ryker ordered as he started going up the stairs but a sudden voice stopped him. "Ryker! You're awake!" Arya excitedly exclaimed. She was still dressed in her nightwear but she didn't really mi
"You're not going to answer?" Ryker said as he wanted to grab his brother's other hand but was stopped by someone holding onto his arm. It was then he realize that Arya was also here. Almost immediately, he calmed down and regained his reasoning. "Are you okay?" Ryker asked with a straight face. "Yes, I'm fine but what should we do about him?" Arya asked, worry written all over her face and body language. "Don't worry about him, let's go," Ryker said and gently dragged Arya out of the room while ignoring the screaming man who was shouting curses at them. "Arghh! You dumb bitch! I'm going to fuck you up so badly the next time I see you!" That was the last thing that they heard from him before they closed the door of the VIP room. It seemed as if the bright pretty boy act was over and the real Tyler had been revealed.Ryker was already used to his tantrums but he crossed the line today. This time, the person he touched was involved with him and nobody harms his people and gets aw
How boring. Those were Ryker's thoughts after Arya had gone and he had changed into his natural business face. He also resisted the urge to glare at those greedy people that only knew how to be leeches. He was thankful that his father and the patriarch would name him as the owner of the company today. When he resumes work, he'll cut off any leech that thinks they can suck off both him and the company. While those were his thoughts, Ryker didn't let any negative or positive emotion leak through his mask as he continued the conversation between the group. He was used to things like this. It was what he had to go through to achieve his dream. His dream of being the head. He didn't want to be controlled and restricted by anyone. Once he's the head of the company, the next step is becoming the head of the family. No matter what. He will achieve his goals. "Mr. Rivera, how does that deal sound to you?" A tall ad thin man asked with a bright smile on his face. If Arya had been here,
The wedding was a success. Arya was surprised that no one had caused trouble for them and was also amazed that Ryker managed to stop Blair's plan. "So, we're finally married..." Arya said to break the silence that had been hovering above both of them for the past hour. "Yes, we are. That means step one has been completed." Ryker responded as he adjusted his watch. After the wedding, they went home to change for the after-party that would be happening later on. The after party for the wedding was held in the company, all the employees would also be attending. The last detail was the one Arya disliked. She could still remember the harsh treatment that they showed to her when she first saw them. The company had a floor just for events like this. "We're nearly there so prepare yourself," Ryker told Arya when he noticed her change in facial expression. "Yeah..." Arya responded as she watched the driver take a left turn to the company. Once the people surrounding the area saw their
Today is the day.Light makeup adorned Arya’s face as her hair was styled into a complicated yet alluring hairstyle. Coupled with the fact that her dress was gorgeous and fit all her curves in the right places, Arya resemble a goddess.Arya sat down quietly as she watched everyone try to prepare themselves.All her bridesmaids had already arrived and were currently trying to finish up their look.It won't be long until someone came to call her to start coming.Arya was happy but she couldn't stop the voice in the back of her mind telling her something was going to go wrong. She also couldn't ignore the fact that Blair was still out there somewhere planning her downfall.Just thinking about the things that could go wrong made Arya’s palms sweaty.“What? Don't tell me you're getting cold feet already?” Tamira teased once she noticed how nervous Arya was.“You don't have to worry. Everything will be fine, Arya.” Kayla too rushed over when she heard Tamira say that.It seemed that all thr
“Yes?” He replied nonchalantly with a slight smile.He wasn't even trying to hide the amusement that shone in his eyes.“That’s a heavy accusation that you’re trying to put on Arya’s bodyguard.” Kayla was quick to go on the defensive as she eyed Jace and his family.Arya was still in shock because she knew that Jace was telling the truth but she didn’t think that Lucas, who had been so nice, was the one who kidnapped Jace!“Mum, he’s the one that did this to your only son!” Jace screamed in fear as he shook his mother who was staring hatefully at Arya and her group.“Arya, my baby, is that true?” Arya’s mother asked terrified and shocked.“It’s not, Jace is probably not feeling well after what happened to him,” Arya said to her mother as she ignored her ex-boyfriend’s yells.How did she even like someone like that?“Are you calling my son a liar?! No wonder you didn’t do anything to help us! It was you who caused everything!” This time it was Jace’s father’s turn to scream.Even with
“Lucas..?” Kayla groaned as she said that name.Yet that didn't discourage the man, instead, he seemed even more delighted.“That's my name~.” The man, Lucas, said with a little tune.“What are you doing here?” Kayla asked as she squinted her eyes.“I'm here for this little miss...” Lucas said whilst pointing at Arya who in turn had a confused expression on her face as her lips twisted to form a frown.“I'm sorry but, who are you?” Arya asked.“I'm the one Ryker sent to help in your little...delima.” He finished with an odd smile.Lucas was what one would describe as a gym freak. A hot gym freak.He looked to be about the same age as Ryker, maybe older. With his dashing hair and fair skin, he wore a casual black and white suit with an earpiece on his left ear.With every step he took, his muscles bulged, and his odd smile remained the same.“You’re not coming?” He asked as he turned around to face her when he noticed she was still in the same position.“Right, sorry, Kayla. I'll see
“Wait...so you didn't believe me until now?” Arya asked coldly.She thought someone had finally believed her and then she heard that from his mouth. She really can't trust anyone.“You can't blame me, Arya.” Ryker glanced at her with a sigh as he said that.“And why can't I?” She refuted asking another question.“We have zero romantic relationships and this-” He paused as he pointed at both of them, “Is all business, a relationship between partners, where we both help each other when needed.” Arya was silent after he had said that. He wasn't wrong.Both of them accepted that fact right from day one so why was she expecting him to say something different?“It's getting late and I'm sure you haven't had dinner,” Ryker stated, snapping her out of her train of thought.“Oh? You want me to leave so soon?” Arya let out a depressing chuckle as she stood up from her seat.“It's not like that, Arya-”“Don’t worry. I'll take my leave now.” With that, Arya walked out of the room and shut the