PEDROWhen did Carla and Diego become close again?How did I allow this?I've been troubled ever since I saw Carla in Diego's car, entering the school.It bothered me to the point of almost fighting with her.Although she picked an offense with my word, when I tried to make her believe Diego wasn't good.She just changed her attitude towards me because of him!I tried many ways to get her attention. It was by luck I showed up when Jessica tried to start a fight with her.That was a breakthrough in the argument.Even when Carla forgave me and told me about Diego's plans to take her out, I was also coming up with another plan to take her away from school before Diego would arrive. But that jackass was swift. He showed up the moment school was over.Carla didn't even bother looking at me when she got a call. It was clear that he was the one that had called her.I saw her racing for the gate, and I had no choice but to follow from behind, not too close. When Carla got outside the gate,
PEDRO"Why isn't she answering me?"This was seven in the evening, and I've been trying to call Carla for more than an hour.Her phone has been ringing but she's not answering her calls."Is she still out with Diego?" I wondered, having full suspicion about it.I kept on calling but nothing.I reached out to her mother and she didn't have a clue on where Carla and Doego could be."I'm sure they are fine," She said, believing in them.This got me mad, sending my phone flying right at the wall."I shouldn't have allowed her to go with him. Where did he take her to? Maybe he's feeding her with words that'll keep her away from me, " I believed, knowing the kind of person Diego was.Being the most richest young Billionaire in the world, Diego is also a naughty man that loves to have crazy fun when he feels like it. We both became friends a long time ago during one of Mr Smith's party. I came along with my father, and that was how I met Diego. We both discovered we had similarities in som
DIEGOIf I hadn't called Carla, I wouldn't have known the plans Pedro made for her.I also wanted us to head out together, and catch up with all the times we missed, but I arrived at her home to learn from Mrs Parker that Pedro picked her up. That got me reaching out to Carla, who in return, shared Pedro's outing plans."The movies? It's been long I went to that. I'll join you guys," I had said.Carla didn't sound that okay with the idea, but I had already made my mind. And I am so glad that I showed up just in time to ruin Pedro's moment.I had Carla in my hold while entering the movie room with our refreshments.I took a glance at Pedro, who was following us from behind.His face swelled with anger, watching Carla and I. When we got into the room, set to take our seat right at the back, I immediately blocked Pedro from getting closer to Carla. I could see right through his moves. He wanted to seat next to her.But I made sure I sat in-between, preventing Pedro from being closer
DIEGOIt's easier said than done.I've been unable to take Carla out of my mind after that day at the movies.My love for her was beginning to drive me nuts.I found myself unable to focus fully on my work. All I could think of was Carla."Mr Smith? Sir!"I heard someone call out to me, snapping me out of my thoughts.I lifted my gaze to meet my staffs looking at me in confusion."Yes?" I responded, glancing at every faces present there."You didn't say anything about the presentation. We have been calling out to you but you seem to be lost in thoughts.""Is everything okay, sir?"They asked, staring at me with concern."Yes, everything is fine. I was... Well I was thinking about something work... Related, " I lied, clearing my throat while sitting up right."Oh, okay sir.""Let's proceed with the meeting," I said, pointing at my staff who was hosting the presentation.They all resumed with the assignment while I found myself still feeling upset about my own personal situation.Every
DIEGOI remained sitted with my eyes straight at the door, patiently waiting for Pedro to step in."If I had a weapon, I'll send it right through him. Come on Diego, just pull yourself together."I sighed over my thoughts, taking my gaze off the door. The moment I did that, my door came open. That sent me taking my attention back at the door, just to see Pedro stepping in with a smirk across his face. "Diego, my best buddy.""What are you doing here?" I questioned, rising to my feet."Oh come on, Diego. That's not how to greet your further brother in law. A what's up would have been better."He grinned once again, shutting the door behind him while stepping in fully.His face alone was beginning to irritate me. In fact, everything about him was irritating.I glared at the statement he had made, of me being his future brother in law. He's mad if he thinks I'll consider him as such.I watched Pedro's arms come out spread, saying, "How about a bro hug like old times?"My brow came li
DIEGO"He knows now. That bastard knows!" I paced about in my office, unable to let go of the argument between Pedro and I."I will kill him if he does anything funny. He won't like me when..." I paused, thinking about Carla.This left me feeling weak."Damn it. This is my fault. I should have controlled myself before Pedro and found a way to tackle the truth, but I went ahead and blurted things out of anger. "I had my back leaning against the wall with my hands covering my face.Images of Carla came flowing in my head. Our last sex and her words that day at the store room also filled my mind.She said it clearly that day that she didn't want anything that would lead the public into knowing about our secret, and Pedro knows the truth.He had seen us that day at the park and we didn't even know."Carla," I uttered her name, feeling guilt and a strong wave of care for her safety, engulfing me."I have to see her. Yes, I need to tell her about this. She needs to be aware of Pedro's sche
CARLAOver lunch, Mom, Diego, and I, laughed over a funny tale shared by Mom about her time as a teenager.It got me almost choking on my food, if not for the glass of water beside me that saved my life."I'm telling you. Anytime I remember that period, I always ask myself if I was okay or not. Why will you put a knife in the microwave?"Diego and I laughed at her loudly."Now I know where my craziness came from?" I chuckled out, placing my hand on the table.Only to feel my finger touching Diego's. That got me looking his way to notice his eyes had fallen on me already.A calm smile crept across his face as he drew his hand away from mine, facing my Mom back.I didn't know how to react to that. I just directed my attention back at Mom, with my eyes slowly stealing a glance at him."He looks more relaxed than before. By now he would have taken hold of my hands or teased me," I viewed, sensing a change in Diego.Not too long... "I should take my leave now," Diego decided, about rising
CARLA"That annoying Jessica! I'll make her regret ever challenging me," I groaned out with detest.I could still feel my whole body vibrating with intense anger over Jessica's nonsense.After she challenged me, I immediately joined the queue and signed up for the audition.My name fell among those that will have theirs in four days time.Despite seeing that I signed up, Jessica still had the audacity to mock me, saying I'll break before that day even reaches."I wouldn't have joined the audition, but she needs to be put in her place once and for all! " I vented out to Pedro, who sat next to me.He was just silent all through, nodding his head at my word."I need to get my strength fully for that day. What do you think?" I asked, turning my head to face Pedro."Hmm, " He hummed, nodding his head with his eyes on his phone.It almost looked like he wasn't listening to me.And to confirm that I was right, I noticed an earpod in Pedro's ears. He wasn't listening to me at all!This left m