CARLA"Jealousy?" I uttered, still gazing at Diego in astonishment.What makes him think I'm jealous? His lips curving into a smirk, caressing ny lips more."Yes, jealousy. You are jealous of my secretary. Isn't that right?" He questioned, taking me by the waist in a swift, and pulling me closer.A soft gasp escaped my lips on feeling his grip and arm clenching around my waist."I'm not jealous. Why would you say that?" I questioned, trying to look serious before Diego.He scoffed out, saying, "Maybe because she has a bigger boob than yours?""What?!" I yelled.Diego began laughing at me, and that made me annoyed."Let go of me! " I groaned, struggling to break free from his hold, but he wouldn't budge."Why are you getting mad? If you aren't offended by what I said then you won't be acting like a psychopath.""I am not a psychopath!"I forced myself out of his hold, running towards his table.I stood close to the window, turning around to face Diego. He was still standing near the do
PEDRO"What was that?"I still couldn't take my mind off Carla's reaction when I suggested to come with her to her place.She acted like she doesn't want me around her, more like she's trying to avoid me."No, she was just occupied with the family dinner plans. She's just looking after me, " I believed, remembering the family dinner I joined them in, and Diego's drama.Just thinking of that moment still makes me laugh."Asshole. He couldn't stand the fact that Carla chose me over him." I chuckled on in mockery.But knowing that he's going to be at the family dinner with Carla..."Shit!" I groaned with my laughter fading away in an instance."What if he tries to turn her against me? Diego can't be trusted around Carla. Damn it! This is why I wanted to come along so I can protect her from him," I complained, finding this disturbing.After finding out the truth about Diego and Carla's secret intimacy, my mind hasn't been at rest.I know it was because of what happened between Carla and I
CARLA"No way!" I laughed out hard until my ribs began to ache me.Diego and I had stopped at the road side eatery to have our lunch. Even though eyes with their phone camera's were flashing at us, we didn't mind.Diego's bodyguards had followed us, so we had no issue if someone was making an attempt to come and have a personal picture with us.But at the moment, we were having a crazy moment.Diego and I were having an interesting conversation about his work, in which he shared a funny moment that occurred at the company.That got me laughing to the point of hurting my ribs."Not anymore, please," I begged, trying to calm my laughter and heal my aching ribs."Oh but that's not the end of it. There's still a lot to hear about the meeting," He said, letting out a smirk.It's almost like he wants me to explode from my laughter. He wasn't ready to listen to me.Diego kept on talking and I ended up laughing more with me falling into his hold."I beg you, Diego. Please spare me," I pleaded
CARLAThe following day, I was all set for school.I decided to contact Pedro and know if he'd be coming around to get me, but he didn't answer my calls.I gave a try for the third time and got the same response. Didn't wait for anyone to tell me what to do next.I just kept my phone aside, letting out a sigh. My bag leaning against the wall in my room, taking my thoughts to Pedro.His phone rang out for sure. It was clear that he doesn't want to pick my calls. But I didn't feel bothered one bit."Anyways, I'll just call someone who is ready," I said, lifting my phone and dialing Diego's number.I didn't get to talk to him after last night. I fell back asleep and woke up early this morning.Since Pedro wasn't answering my calls, I felt it would be best if Diego carried out his brotherly duty by dropping his sweet sister at school. "I'm sure he won't mind, " I smiled, listening to his line ring. And just when I was beginning to lose hope of getting his answer, Diego answered the cal
CARLAOutside my school, Diego's car came pulling up close to the gate.We have been silent throughout the drive, with our eyes trying not to fall on each other.Well mostly me.I'm the one who has been stealing multiple glances at Diego after the scenario between us at my home.He just had his attention on the road, taking less gazes at me. And whenever I saw his eyes falling my way, I would immediately look away with my heart racing.I couldn't help but feel somehow shy before Diego, even though we've been relating with each other for long now.When he came to a stop outside my school, we just sat there, staring at the gate.Well, mostly me. I was feeling too nervous to even look Diego's way.I had my hands drumming on my knee, lowering my gaze away from the gate, down to my lap where my bag was settled.I'm already here at school, but I wasn't ready to step out. My body wasn't prepared to make a move. It's like it was waiting for something to happen."We're here," Diego finally sa
Chapter 70CARLASince that day, Pedro and I didn't speak to each other.Even though he tried to get me to talk by calling and texting or meeting with me face to face at school, I didn't give him any listening ear.Until the D day of my audition for the cheer leading position, I got myself ready for school and made sure I came on time.Mom was rooting for me, and promising to make my favorite meal if I get in.That served as a confidence booster.I was all set along with the others, as we all gathered at the gym, waiting to begin. What amused me more was the fact that the Hall was crowded unlike the other days.It's almost like they were here to watch a movie or a battle.The students all seated, cheered at we the participants, taking part in the final audition. All cheering loudly with their eyes falling on... Me?"Are they here because of me? " I wondered, feeling thrilled by the full house.When the others and I stood at the corner to begin, my eyes fell on Pedro at the first row
CARLADiego's presence increased the fire in the battle.His hands sliding into his pocket, as he called both coach and rector's attention."Yes, Mr Smith?" Rector answered along with Coach, drawing closer to him.Still glaring at Jessica, he asked, "The game will start soon. Have you checked every team to make sure their records are fit? Are those who plan to present the school on the game, indeed qualified to take part?"I didn't know what or where Diego was going with this. But it was still keeping the mood high.Rector dropped her attention on the coach, waiting for his feedback since he has those reports."Em... Well sir..." Coach stammered, taking out his record book for the sports team.Opening it, he said, "In my list, the football players all have a good record fit to present us.""And the cheer leading team? " Diego questioned, directing his eyes on Coach. Coach flipped the pages of the book and arrived at the spot for that."Em... Yes, it also has that," He reported, lifti
CARLAThe celebration didn't end there. The team threw a party in my honor, welcoming me into the group, as the team leader.I was flushed by their gesture, joining them in the celebration."What are your plans, team leader?""When do we start training?"They asked, surrounding me.All these came whelming my head, that I had to tell them to slow down."I was just made the team leader. Can we wait till I've fully digested this news?" I requested.They all laughed at me, but not in a mockery. It was a friendly approach."We get you, Carla. Take your time. But not a long one.""Thanks, " I appreciated.In the middle of the celebration, I left, planning on heading home to meet the family.Mom had texted me about tonight's family dinner at Mr Smith's home. According to her, we have some things to talk about, concerning the wedding.I was so excited about the dinner that I decided to leave school on time, so I could head over to Mr Smith's home and share the good news.And I know Diego woul