Amari Fleur's Point Of View "I have already gathered some information on Zerina Cortez, ma'am." The investigator said from the other end of the line. When the investigator started disclosing information, I became incredibly cautious and vigilant, ensuring no one was eavesdropping. My primary concern was my Mom, whom I knew would be extremely anxious if she found out about the matter. Therefore, I took extra measures to prevent her from overhearing the conversation and getting worried. "So, what information did you discover?" I asked the investigator while glancing behind me. Zephanie was talking to Patrizia again. And this time, she was also speaking with my mother. "Zerina Cortez, the owner of Cortez Cosmetics, has been hailed as the businesswoman of the year for consecutive times. Apart from running a successful business, she also founded a foundation that helps homeless people. However, some people allege she uses her foundation for good publicity. Zerina is married to Timoth
Rafael's Point Of View FLASHBACK SIX YEARS AGO "Amari Fleur, the woman who recently broke up with you. I am her first boyfriend and know many things about her. Are you sure you're not interested?" The man's shout made me stop. Despite my initial reluctance, his words piqued my interest. I returned to the floating hut and sat before the man, who smiled at me and offered his hand. "Just to introduce myself, my name is Jacob Buenavista, and I'm Fleur's first ex-boyfriend," Jacob introduced himself by extending his hand for a shake. I looked disinterestedly at him, but he laughed it off and offered me a glass of wine. "This means you've been interested in my stories since you came back," Jacob spoke to me with a smile that slightly irritated me. "Stop saying nonsense things. Just be direct and make sure it's not a lie." I told Jacob that made him laugh. He drank the wine directly in front of him when he spoke again. "How long have you known Fleur, and how long have you been to
Rafael's Point Of View PARK Even though it was not in my plan, I was forced to go to Paris because Mama begged me to accompany my foster sister, Zephanie. Zephanie was my childhood friend and her parents were very close to my parents. Besides that, Uncle Tim is raising me so often when Zephanie wants to leave the country, they always want me to go with him. I'm here today in a park where I chose to get some fresh air to think. But I can't stop my mind that seems alive because it keeps reminding me of Fleur. But despite that, my mind also says that I hate him but my heart wants to see him. I didn't realize that I had almost gone around the entire park because of my tireless walking. Fortunately, I see very few people around so I enjoy observing the surroundings more. I closed my eyes as I continued walking. I smiled because I seemed to relax more when I did this thing. "Oh, it's alright. We can meet some other time” I frowned when I heard a familiar voice but I just continued wa
RAFAEL'S POINT OF VIEWAfter hanging up, I let out a deep breath. I hit my forehead because I suddenly felt tired."You look stressed again" I turned to Janica; she was smiling."Welcome back to New York." Janica happily said. I stood up from my seat and walked towards her. Janica took the small bag that I was holding from me."Why do you seem stressed? Do you have a problem? You just came back home. Shouldn't you relax at the moment?" Janica asked. I let out a sigh as I smiled at her."I just came home, but Dad wants me to go to the Philippines to attend A&A Guevarra's party," I said to Janica, who pouted slightly at me."A&A Guevarra? Isn't that the most successful and well-established company in the Philippines? I also heard that Uncle was one of the board members and Zephanie's Dad, too." Janica's words made me face her and frown at her."I am not aware that they let themselves become board members of that company whose CEO never showed up to anyone," I said as I shook my head at t
Rafael's Point Of View RAFAEL'S POVI immediately went to the Lounge VIP bar after what happened between me and Agatha. Even though what happened between the two of us didn't work out, it seemed that I couldn't stop my own thoughts because I kept seeing Fleur. Maybe I should be thankful to my memory about Fleur because that brought me back to my senses earlier when I was about to fuck Agatha.I haven't stopped drinking beer since I arrived at the bar. There are some girls who constantly pay attention to me but I don't give even the slightest attention.I stopped drinking my beer when I felt my phone vibrate from my pocket. I took it then checked who the caller was and immediately ended the call when I saw Agatha.I don't want to talk to or see him even now because if it wasn't for him, Fleur and I might be happy with each other.I immediately grabbed my head and closed my eyes tightly.Why should I blame everything on Agatha? Fleur had no intention of taking me or any other man seriou
Rafael's Point Of ViewAs soon as I ended the call, I hurriedly gathered my clothes lying on the floor of the room I stayed in last night. Without wasting any time, I put them on one by one and collected my belongings. I didn't even glance at the girl who was sleeping next to me on the bed.I was all set to step out of the room, but as I reached for my wallet, it wasn't in my pocket. I immediately began to search my pockets one by one, but my efforts turned out to be useless. My wallet was nowhere to be found. I grew increasingly anxious as I thought about all the essential items I had in there, like my credit card and driver's license."Are you searching for this?"As I turned around, I noticed that the girl who had been with me throughout the night was already awake and holding onto my wallet. As I approached the bed to retrieve it, she lifted it up suddenly, bringing our faces close together. From this position, I was able to observe her eyes more closely, and they were really the
Rafael's Point Of View "What's the meaning of this? And who is this desperate woman, Rafael?”Even before I looked at the person who spoke behind me, I knew it was Zephanie. Agatha loosened her embrace and turned to Zephanie."Who are you?"Agatha asked then looked at me again. Agatha's face showed surprise. I looked at Zephanie who raised his eyebrows looking at Agatha."I am Zephanie Cortez"Zephanie's words made Agatha turn her head again."I don't know you, so why are you messing with us?"Agatha asked bluntly but Zephanie just laughed at her then looked at the air. Zephanie walked towards me then pulled me away from Agatha."What is your problem? Why are you keeping my boyfriend away from me?"Agatha's words raised Zephanie's eyebrows. I was not surprised by what he said because I know that Agatha often says that whenever a girl tries to approach me."Girlfriend?"Zephanie asked then laughed making Agatha frown."Girlfriend? Or maybe a girlfriend? That's different, don't be stupi
Rafael's Point Of ViewI find myself in a bustling airport terminal, surrounded by the hum of travelers and the occasional announcement over the intercom. I've been waiting here for an eternity, anxiously anticipating my ride's arrival. My mind drifts to my father's plan, which I've had doubts about from the beginning. However, I made a promise, and I intend to keep it. I will be the one to take over our family's company.Dad and I have agreed to put aside our pride for the sake of Mom's health. Even though I am unsure of how long I will be staying in the Philippines, we both decided that Mom should be taken to a foreign country where her rare condition can be treated."Raffy!"I turned around and saw Zephanie running towards me. As soon as she reached me, she hugged me."Surprised!"Zephanie raised the mini banner she held with a smile on her face."Why did you pick me up?"I asked Zephanie with a frown."Your dad was with my parents. They said they had a meeting, so I was the only o
AMARI FLEUR'S POV"Fleur, please talk to me," Rafael pleaded but I remained silent and keep my distance away from him."Fleur, I have been waiting for you to come back, I kept searching for you. Then, now you are getting married to my brother?" Rafael added."Please, Rafael, let me go. I am now happy with your brother so leave us alone." I said to Rafael but he still continue following me."How about Aella, she has a lot of similarities with me, is she my daughter?" Rafael said which made me nervous."Rafael, please, don't do this, just let me go and stop concluding things," I said but what shocked me is when Rafael kneeled in front of me. "Please, Fleur, choose me, we can runaway together. You don't need to get married with my brother." Rafael said as he reached for my hands. "Are you insane? I can't hurt your brother just like that. I love him." I said which made Rafael stood up."Yes, I am insane. I lost my sanity because of you yet you can afford to hurt me like this." Rafael sa
AMARI FLEUR'S POVI was busy with my work when Neil sat beside me on the sofa while Aella was busy with her toys. Neil reached for the TV remote control and turned it on just in time for the Business News channel. It was his favorite channel, so Neil was so focused on watching. Suddenly, Aella came to Neil and sat on his lap; I smiled to see my son so happy."And here's our top businessman of the year, Mr. Rafael Villarante," the Interviewer said. I stopped my work and then got my attention. I couldn't take my eyes off the TV, especially when Rafael was smiling."Daddy," Aella said, which surprised me; she was looking at Rafael and calling him daddy."You look gorgeous, Mr. Villarante. Is it because of your love life?" The Interviewer asked, and I could see Rafael's smile. Does Rafael have a love life? Does he love someone else? I immediately reached for the remote and turned off the TV, not realizing that I was starting to cry. I rubbed it quickly, then fixed myself."Go back to your
AMARI FLEUR'S POVFLASHBACKI woke up in a putting room, and I was about to stand up from the bed, but I felt a headache. I couldn't remember why I had a zero, so I immediately looked for my phone."You're awake," said a man sitting on the edge of my bed. I frowned as I tried to recognize the man in front of me."Neil? Neil Gutierrez?” I said then laughed when I met my friend during my student years at the Business Academy, he smiled at me then walked closer."It's good that you still remember me; how are you feeling?" Neil asked. I smiled then shook my head at him."What happened to me? Why am I here in the hospital? The last thing I remember is that I was supposedly on my way to the airport to pick up my Mom," I said, then suddenly remembered my car on fire. I felt a headache so Neil immediately supported me."Don't worry, just relax, Amari," Neil said and smiled at me, but I suddenly remembered the men chasing me and shooting at my car."Neil, my life is dangerous. I don't know, bu
RAFAEL'S POVWeeks have passed, and we have asked all the houses closest to where the accident happened. We didn't see Fleur but continued to press charges against Zerina Cortez. We are very grateful to Mr. Cy Veron, who became the star witness in the case. Because of what happened, Zephanie seems to have lost his sanity, so he was admitted to the Psychiatric Hospital. When Zerina Cortez ended up in prison with her parents, Mr. Veron brought Zephanie's son, Mr. Veron, to another country to be treated there.Fleur's Mom couldn't stop crying because of what happened, fortunately Mr. was always by her side. Buenaflor. We only pray that Fleur is in good condition because, according to the police, there is no sign; they said they saw a trace of blood not far away. Fleur may have gotten out of her car before her car completely exploded."What's up?" Fleur's Mom asked me. I sighed as I shook my head. Fleur's Mom smiled at me and then hugged me."Don't worry, Rafael, we will see Fleur too." F
AMARI FLEUR'S POVAs I received a messaged from Mom, I immediately headed to my car to pick her up at the airport. Mom and Aunt Lilet already arrived and, in the meantime, she is at a restaurant, she will be waiting for me there to have lunch.I already informed uncle Franco about Mom and Aunt Lilet's arrival, which is why they are busy preparing their house for their arrival. I didn't even go home last night because there was no one there. Klaus let me stay at his condo unit while he went to Devera's family gathering. Their family invited me but I chose not to go because I wasn't in the mood either.I was driving when I noticed that my phone kept ringing. I checked the screen and it was an unregistered number that's why I didn't answer the call. But a few minutes have passed and it's still ringing. I swiped the answer button then turned on the loudspeaker."Hello, who is this?" I said while still driving the car."Son," Said a familiar voice on the other line. I suddenly felt a tight
TIMOTHEO’S POV"Sir, here is the second DNA test you requested." The hospital staff spoke and then handed me the DNA test I had done earlier.“Thank you.” I spoke sparingly then handed over an envelope containing money. I immediately went straight to my car. I decided to read the result when I got home that's why I drove home in a hurry.As I got home, I immediately went straight to the stairs and passed Zerina and Zephanie in the kitchen. It seemed that they didn't notice me which is good because I need someone to read the two DNA results I did.When I entered the room, I immediately approached the bed but the previous DNA test I had done was not there. I was about to call Zerina to ask her but I immediately noticed that the envelope I was looking for was on my table. When I touched the envelope, my forehead immediately wrinkled, it was already opened. But I ignored that and immediately read the results. It was a DNA test between me and Ms. Amari Fleur Guevarra.When we first met h
ZEPHANIE'S POV"Ms. Cortez?” Language of the private investigator which I hired."Sit down and give me updates." I said this then finished the wine I was drinking. The investigator sat in front of me and dropped an envelope."That's Ms. Cortez are the pictures I took yesterday.” Language of the investigator. I put down the wine glass and immediately reached for the envelope. As I opened it, it immediately dawned on me. It was Rafael and Fleur. They looked so happy together and took the photo at a fastfood chain. The next photo is them inside the car then followed by a photo which is Rafael was holding Fleur's hand. I immediately tore it up and threw it away."Just here? What else did you find out?!” I hate language."According to my source, they have known each other for a long time, about six years ago Ms. Cortez. They met at New York Fashion Week. Mr. Villarante was a model while Ms. Guevarra was a designer and one of the models too. Also based on my obtained information, after New
AMARI FLEUR'S POV"We're here," Rafael said. From the window I could see a vast land. I frowned then turned to Rafael.“Where are we? Shall we talk here?” I asked, and he smiled."Let's get out of the car first, I'll show you something," Rafael said, then got out of the car. I immediately went to the right side of the vehicle to open the car door."So, where are we?" I will ask. Rafael smiled at me and then pointed to a small hut."In that hut, that's where we're going," Rafael said. I frowned as I looked at the hut he pointed to."Why there? What's up?" I'm still curious. Rafael smiled and then suddenly pulled me by my hand. We both ran towards the hut he was talking about. And when we got to the front of itust admired it like that. This hut is just so beautiful up close. It looks small when you look at it from a distance, but it is big and up close.“I had it done two years ago. That was because Dad was forcing me to go home to manage his company. I don't have my own house here and
RAFAEL’S POVI went straight into the restaurant, where Zephanie was waiting for me. Supposedly, Zephanie and I will meet Fleur to discuss our wedding, but since everything is clear between Fleur and me, I will not prolong all of this. I am planning to end this arranged marriage because in the first place I did not agree to it. And if I were to marry anyone, it would be Fleur and no one else.As I walked towards Zephanie's table, I was slightly surprised to see his and my parents there. I immediately approached my parents and paid respect to them and the same to Zephanie's parents. Even though I was wondering, I sat down next to Zephanie. They all had big smiles on their faces, which worried me a little."I wasn't expecting you to be here, mom, dad." I spoke to my parents but they still smiled at me and so did Zephanie's parents."What's happening?" I whispered to Zephanie but she just smiled at me. "Let's wait for your wedding designer and then we'll talk about everything." Zephanie