“Merry Christmas world!” Arianna said stretching out and got out of the bed. She quickly grabbed her phone and played a Christmas song, humming to it. “Christmas is here again. This is definitely going to be the best Christmas ever.” “Quiet down with the noise.” “Why should I? I’m happy.” “Cause it’s Christmas. Merry Christmas Gavin.” “ Christmas? Really?” Gavin said sitting. “Ari are you dumb or just acting to be? It’s just 1st December not 25th you dimwit. “Say what now? Well I don’t care. It’s Christmas already.” “Hold on, you seem so excited. Why? What’s the joyous occasion?” “Gavin dear, this is the best Christmas we’ll be getting.” “What? How?” “Cause this sham marriage is ending soon. We’ll bid goodbye to each other forever, yes.” “And that’s why you are excited. “ “Yes. I’ve been waiting for this day my whole life. Counting down to the day I’ll walk out of this hell. “ “Hell? Really? Hell? “ “Yes Hell. “ “ How is this marriage a hell? “ “C’mon Gavin dear, don’t
Gavin couldn't take his eyes off Vivian. He recognized her the moment she walked in. Arianna who noticed Gavin staring at Vivian became sad and tried not to show it. Gavin watched Vivian interact with the other guy, smiling brightly. Arianna looked down and saw Gavin clench his palm, making a fist . Arianna who couldn't bear it left the party with a glass of wine.Vivian turned and made an eye contact with Gavin and was surprised to see him at the party. She became dumbed and couldn't utter a word to the guy she is with. Gavin quickly looked away. Gavin turned towards Arianna and noticed her gone. He was surprised to see Arianna not by his side. His eyes scanned the hall hoping to see her anywhere in the hall, but couldn't find her in the hall. He quickly left the hall in search of Arianna. He saw Arianna standing alone having a drink. Gavin hurried over to her. Arianna was surprised to see him outside. She requested him to go back to the party but Gavin refused and asked her to come
Vivian was able to get Gavin's phone number from Luca's phone while Luca was taking a shower in the bathroom. Vivian snuck out of the room and went down to the living room and dialed Gavin's number, hoping and praying he picks his calls. She felt disappointed when he didn't pick up. She quickly redialed the number waiting for his response. Luckily, Gavin picked his call. His voice sounded like who was sleeping, and he was actually sleeping. Vivian's calls had woken him up. Upon hearing his voice, Vivian's heart skipped a beat and suddenly became nervous. Vivian tried to calm herself by taking a deep breath. Vivian calmly introduced herself to Gavin. Gavin on realizing who it was quickly hung up, leaving her shocked. She quickly dialed his number again but Gavin didn't pick up his calls.Gavin stared at his phone while it rang. He was really pissed off. He was woken from his sleep by a call at 1am and the caller happens to be someone he doesn't want to speak with. Gavin put his phone
Vivian got back home feeling so sad and moody. She walked in and shut the door. Luca was in the living room quite busy with his phone when Vivian walked in. Vivian tried to walk past him when she heard Luca call out her name. Vivian stopped and turned slowly towards him. Her heart leaped when she saw him approach her. She grabbed her gown and swallowed her saliva. Luca stood before and noticed her tensed. He tried to touch her but she took a step back. Luca forced out a smile and held her hand, placing his other hand on hers."You're avoiding me right?" Huh?"Where have you been? You just disappeared without any prior notice of where you are going to. Seems like you are so familiar with San Francisco"" Huh... not really. I felt quite uncomfortable here and like I was suffocating so I decided to go some where nice and enjoy the fresh air and a nice cup of coffee. Their coffee is sure Nice" Vivian said forcing out a smile." Really? That sounds so nice. I think you sit with me and te
Vivian decided to wait for Gavin at a café in the mall while Luca was busy searching for her in the mall. Luca tried reaching her through the phone but she kept declining his calls. The sale ended and pretty late. Arianna on finding out that Vivian was still around, waiting patiently for Gavin informed Gavin about it and requested Gavin to meet up with Vivian and sort their differences out while she waits for him in the car. Gavin requested Arianna to tag along with him while he speaks to Vivian. Arianna refused and asked him to go ahead while she waits for him.Gavin grasped her hand and dragged her along with him. They got to the café and went in. Arianna and Gavin saw Vivian who was already asleep. Arianna insisted that Gavin should go to her. Arianna decided to step out and wait outside for Gavin.Gavin pulled out a chair and sat down leaning back, he called out Vivian’s name. Vivian slowly raised her head and was pleased to se Gavin sitting before her. She smiled and requested f
Brittany's phone has been going on and on and on without any response from her. Brittany got out of her bathroom, drying her hair with her towel when she noticed her phone ring. She quickly grabbed her phone and when she saw the caller, she immediately picked the call..Arianna has been calling her for ages. Brittany immediately apologized to her for taking so long to pick her calls. Brittany informed her of the reason behind her not picking her calls and apologized again.Arianna informed her of the reason she had called and requested her to come to her house the next morning and on time. Brittany promised to be there as early as she can. The bid each other good night and Arianna hung up.Brittany exhaled softly and placed her phone on the bed and left to fetch her blow dryer to dry her hair.Arianna placed her phone beside her and picked up a diary and a pen, Gavin walked in and went straight to the wardrobe, grabbed his sleepwear and left to change into it. Gavin changed into his s
Janet and her family arrived at their vacation home which was really close to their ressort. Everyone was excited to celebrate the Christmas. Arianna got out of the car and stood still. She admired the magnificent castle like vacation home of the Hugh's. She hasn't visited this vacation home. Then it occured to her it is her first and also going to be her last Christmas at 5his wonderful place. A tear dropped from her eye and she wiped it off with her finger.Arianna felt a hand on her shoulder and turned immediately. Gavin stood before her smiling at her. He held her hand and they went in. Gavin and Arianna walked into their room followed by the maids who had brought their luggage. The maids dropped their luggage and left.Arianna went to the porch and took a good look at the view. She loved the view of their room. The ocean looked really nice but then it was cold. Gavin hugged her from behind and his hands were on hers and he kissed her cheeks."You like it here? Gavin asked kissing
Gavin searched everywhere for Arianna and hoped to meet her someday, soon. He hopes that one day he would bump into Arianna. His hopes began to fade as days went by, weeks went by and Gavin began to drink himself to sleep. Arianna's memories haunted him every day. Everywhere he went to, he could see Arianna before him, everywhere was filled with memories he made with Arianna. His office, his factory, restaurants, his house, the poolside, his garden, his bedroom, his bathroom, he couldn't get her out of his mind. He thought about her everyday and blames himself for mistreating a lovely woman given to him. It was visible that he has fallen into depression.Everyone was worried about Arianna ever since she disappeared without a sign and no contact with anyone of Gavin's family. Mr Hugh was worried as he can't believe that his lovely daughter-in-law is missing. Arianna's disappearance aside, everyone was worried about Gavin's mood. He's so depressed that he disassociated himself from his