Chapter 9.1I almost scream when I recognized the perfume. Goodness Gracious!Wyatt Wolfenstein!"Are you crazy?!" I shouted when I lost his grip on my mouth. His arm was still wrapped around my waist and our face are too close for our own good."Who told you to walk alone huh?" He gasped as he stood in front of me. "Really, Eloise? You can take a cab." He's irritated. "My workplace is just near of where I live, is there a need to take a ride? Why would I ride if I can just walk?"Besides, I'm saving! The taxi fair would only cost me a lot of money. I'd rather walk! Not can I only save some money but I can also exercise too!"You'll be damned there for what you're doing.""Wait! Let go of me first." I let go of his embrace and distanced myself. The distance between the two of us is staggering. I straightened my rumpled clothes and looked at him.He is the only one who follows me. I really that someone's following me but it turns out that it was only him. I was really nervous!"Did yo
Chapter 9.2I fixed him lying on the sofa, but because of his height he couldn't fit in my small sofa. After I properly laid him down, I went to my room to get a blanket. After I got a blanket and a pillow, when I returned to the living room I found him curled up on the sofa. When I approached him, his sweat was already dripping. It wasn't hot but he was sweating profusely.I bit my lower lip and thought about what to do to keep him from getting hot."Erase! Erase!" I said to myself. "Why would you think? He insisted to sleep there! He chose that!" I'm still talking to myself.I just frowned at him and immediately went back to my room to sleep.No matter how much I tossed and turn on my bed, I still can't sleep. I texted Nurse Tessa instead, she's still on shift right now so I'm sure she's still in the hospital.To Nurse Tessa: Hello, Good evening. How is Dad? I was glad that she's really on shift right now when she replied. Maybe she's not busy. From Nurse Tessa:He's fine. Ther
Chapter 10.1I can still feel my face blushing because of what happened earlier. If you see a man undressing in front of you, let's see if your face wouldn't look like a tomato."Come on Eloise! Forget about it!" I gently slap my face. I've been doing this for a while but it still doesn't work. I sighed and looked at the papers I still needed to edit. Determined to finish my work immediately and forget what happened earlier, I started to work. I was typing on the computer when suddenly my cellphone vibrated just above my desk. I stopped typing and look at it to see who texted me.Unknown number:Let's eat lunch together.I frowned and wondered who texted me. I replied 'who are you?' after that I put the cellphone on the table to continue working. Even though I hadn't typed half of what I was supposed to edit, my cellphone vibrated again.Unknown number:It's me :)Stupid. How do I know who he is?Eloise: Whatever your trip in life is, don't mess with me, okay? Thanks.After that I
Chapter 10.2What's the problem again? I asked myself as I walked back to my cubicle.I was greeted by my co-workers' questioning look and malicious stares. It's like I'm guilty of the way they think of me. They're watching my every move. I quickly walked to my cubicle to avoid them all. Even though I was no longer comfortable around, I continued with the work I had left earlier. Fortunately, my work went well and I didn't get to have an additional paperwork. I was getting my things ready to leave, when my other co-workers arrived. I knew what they want from me and that was the information about the scene this morning. "If you want to know what 'tea' really is from what happened earlier, I can't answer you." I have preceded them because that is what they will ask me. It will not be difficult for them to make more effort for that. "We just want to know if you're having an affair with him." My ears perked up because of what I heard. Did I ever say that they're kind? If I said that,
Chapter 11.1It felt so magical. Butterflies and feathers fluttered inside my stomach, and I felt like I was floating in the clouds. I couldn't explain my feelings anymore. This felt surreal. The silence stretched between us after the kiss. No one dared to speak. The sounds of the crickets and our uneven breathing were the only sounds we could hear. I tried to open my mouth, but nothing came out. I just took a deep breath and looked away, where I could only see the light from the streetlights and a few passing cars. We had been here for a while, but we still hadn’t moved or left. I bit my lower lip and then remembered that I was kissed by him a few minutes ago. I could still feel his lips on mine. The tingling sensation it gave me all over my body. I bit my lip so hard that I almost hurt myself. Thankfully, I managed to stop myself. I could still feel my face blushing, and I couldn't sit still! Even now, it felt like he was still kissing my lips. I clenched my fist on my l
Chapter 11.2"What?! I told you already!—No! Are you stupid?" she shouted. I don’t know who she was talking to, but before I could hear more from whoever it was, I had already left her there. Maybe she needed some privacy too. From the tone of her voice, that call must have been important. Because of that, I didn’t get to eat breakfast. Never mind, I’ll just eat later. I took a bath and did my morning rituals. After showering, I put on a white long-sleeved blouse and a black skirt, paired with black wedge sandals. I didn’t bother tying my hair and just let it fall naturally. When I saw a white hair clip, I decided to use it as an accessory. I examined myself in front of the mirror, checking if my outfit looked good on me. I looked good, I guess.I put some powder on my face, a little blush on my cheeks, and applied some lip tint. After fixing myself up, I gathered my things before heading out. I didn’t bring the bag where I kept my other belongings yet since I would be coming
Chapter 12.1When I got back to the apartment, I quickly changed into a fresh, clean set of clothes and fixed myself up. I didn’t stay there for long. Since I had already packed, I left right away and headed to the hospital. I felt so uneasy on my way there. Instead of taking a jeepney, I took a taxi because I wasn’t sure if it was safe for me to ride public transportation at that moment. I felt like there were eyes watching my every move. Besides, it was getting late, so taking a taxi was the better option. Upon arriving at the hospital, I was greeted by the strong scent of alcohol and various medicines. The nurses were busy attending to newly arrived patients. A stretcher carrying a bloodied patient almost hit me. I quickly averted my gaze, feeling a sudden wave of fear. I probably wouldn’t find Nurse Tessa in Dad’s room. It looked like there was an emergency, and the doctors and other nurses needed all the help they could get. As expected, Nurse Tessa wasn’t in Dad’s room.
Chapter 12.2I did what I was told. I stayed inside the room and waited for him. I didn’t have to wait long since he came back quickly. He brought two paper bags, one of which was from the fancy restaurant near the hospital. No wonder he arrived so fast—it was just nearby. He placed the two paper bags on top of the small table in front of the sofa. After setting them down, he sat on the sofa across from it. From the paper bag with the expensive restaurant’s logo, he took out five disposable food containers. The unbranded paper bag contained two plates and two sets of utensils. I just sat there silently, watching him as he opened the containers one by one. There were also some utensils in the other paper bag. He started setting them on the table while I continued watching him. "Come here," he said, looking at me. Despite feeling hesitant, I stood up and walked toward where he was sitting. "Sit beside me, Eloise," he instructed. Like a robot, I obeyed him, but I made sure
Chapter 22.1"Can we talk?"I ignored him and kept walking.After a few minutes of thinking and scolding myself, I decided to go out and just ignore him.I felt that he was following behind me, but I didn’t care. I didn’t have time to talk to him or listen to whatever he planned to say. First of all, we had nothing to talk about, and he didn’t need to rub in what was already very clear.If he was here to take back whatever lie he told me before, there was no need. I already understood—it’s not like I’m stupid."Can you please stop walking, and listen to me first?"I still ignored him and kept walking like he wasn’t even there. I raised my hand to shield my eyes from the bright sun.I moved away from Wyatt when he started walking beside me. He was blocking the sunlight that was hitting me. He tried to speak but stopped himself right away, which I was thankful for.I just hoped he didn’t notice that my eyes were swollen from crying all night.Just as I was about to hail a taxi, he held
Chapter 21.2"Ah, yeah! It would be such a waste, so I’ll just put this in the vase in our living room," I said. He smiled at me in return.I lost my focus on Carl when my phone vibrated again. I bit my lower lip, remembering that Wyatt called earlier and I forgot to answer.I glanced at Carl, who was also looking at me. I smiled at him sheepishly and pointed at my phone. When he nodded, I stepped away slightly and answered the call.Before I could even say anything, Wyatt’s deep, angry voice boomed in my ear from the other line. I don’t know why, but my heart started pounding fast, and I was nervous because of his tone.He was furious."Get in the car," he ordered sternly, as if trying to contain his rage.The phone was still pressed against my ear as I scanned the front of the building to look for his car. I spotted a black SUV — even though it was heavily tinted and it was my first time seeing it, I just knew it was his.I swallowed hard as an image flashed in my mind of how angry
Chapter 21.1"Eloise?"I was busy editing when someone suddenly called out to me. "What is it?" I asked when I saw Carl standing in front of me. He was holding a bouquet of red roses. He scratched the back of his head and looked at me shyly. I looked at him curiously. "Why?" I asked when he still hadn't said anything. "Uh." His face turned slightly red but despite that, he bravely faced me and handed me the flowers. "These are for you." "Huh?" I asked, puzzled. "Who are they from?" "Um, someone just asked me to give them to you," he replied. "Who?" I took the flowers from him anyway, thinking he might be getting tired of holding them. When I smelled the bouquet, I froze as the scent felt familiar. I looked at Carl, who immediately looked away. Even though I was confused, I still thanked him. "Alright, Eloise," he said goodbye and quickly left before I could say anything else. I stared at the bouquet and tried to think where it might have come from. The scent was fa
Chapter 20.2After he said that, he immediately ended the call. He didn’t even let me speak again.How could I not know about this? And who was that? Was that her boyfriend?! Why didn’t she tell me anything about it?Shut up, Eloise! You didn’t tell her anything either! Fair enough.I breathed heavily and decided to just let Catelyn be. If she wants to tell me about it, I know she will.I just texted Catelyn, even if it’s unlikely she’ll read it now—but I’m sure the guy she’s with will.To Catelyn:I don't know what's happening, but please, take good care of her.I continued drying my hair. After that, I lay down on the bed. I was so exhausted that I quickly fell asleep.It was still dark outside when I woke up from a deep sleep. I froze when I felt someone hugging me from behind, spooning me. I turned around—and was shocked to see Wyatt sleeping beside me.I thought he was coming home tomorrow? Why is he here?He stirred and slowly opened his eyes. A small smile escaped his lips when
Chapter 20.1When everything's going well around you and you're feeling blissful—like you're on cloud nine or in seventh heaven—you won’t really notice the time or how fast it changes.I've never been this happy in my life. It’s only now that I’ve realized what it feels like to be happy with the person you truly like. That you’ll never have to beg for someone’s attention just to feel happiness. Because if that someone really wants you to be happy and wants you in their life, you won’t need to fall on your knees and beg.I really thought Wyatt would avoid me. That he’d run away after what happened—like most guys would—but it turns out he became even clingier and sweeter.He’s so adorable every time he pouts when he doesn’t get a kiss from me. He randomly hugs me and kisses my cheeks non-stop. I find it cute and endearing at the same time.I don’t know why I feel so blessed to see this side of him. Of all people, I’m the one he let see his vulnerable and sweet side.It’s been a week sin
Chapter 19.2I helped him took off the shirt from my body. The cold embraced through the deepest of my skin as I was only left with my black lacy bra. Half naked in front of the eyes of this man. We were just talking a moment ago but now we're already taking off our clothes.I saw how Wyatt's eyes darkened with desire, definitely mirroring mine. I never had imagine being this intimate to a man, especially to this man.From my lacy bra he divert his attention to my face. I gulped because of the sudden nervousness I totally forgot."Such a beauty," he whispered sensually. Enough for me to hear it. My cheeks blush because of such compliment coming from him. Before I could even utter a thank you, he crushed his lips into my mine while unhooking my bra. He throw it over his shoulder. He stopped kissing me and take off his shirt and did also throw it over his shoulder. I heard he unbuckle his belt and take off his pants. Now that he's only on his boxer shorts, I can clearly feel his alrea
Chapter 19.1"Ouch!" Wyatt exaggeratedly screamed. I just sighed and ignored his antics.We were both sitting at the foot of our hotel room's bed. After the hotel staff took Fred away, Wyatt brought me here. I decided to tend to his wounds and bruises since he refused to go to the hospital.So stubborn!I tried many times to convince him to go to the hospital to get treated, but he was persistent too. He kept saying he was fine even though he had bruises on his face. Good thing he didn’t get hurt too badly.We're just sitting across from each other. Wyatt has been the only one talking since we arrived. I stayed quiet even though I wanted to yell at him for making me so worried.But I didn’t speak, because I felt like I didn’t have the strength yet to tell him the truth. I was scared.I can’t even look him straight in the eyes right now. I feel like he’ll instantly know what’s on my mind.After applying Betadine to the side of his lip, I grabbed a new cotton ball and dabbed it with mor
Chapter 18.2I moved away from leaning on his chest and looked into his eyes—he looked back at me.I saw the dimming in his eyes and the pain that passed through them."What did you find out?" I asked. He fixed my hair."Sometimes, for us to be able to forget the things we don't want to remember, we must forget an important part of our life—no matter how hard it is," he answered."Huh?" I asked, confused."The last time I celebrated my birthday was also the day I learned the truth about myself. I felt so guilty that, in order to forget the guilt, I stopped celebrating it. And perhaps, it worked.""You may never forget that part of your life, but I want you to know that you don't have to carry that guilt forever. It's not your fault," I answered him. He just smiled and stared into my eyes."Seeing the consequences of the truth... I just don't know if I can do that.""What really happened for you to say that it was your fault?" I asked, eager to know the truth."It's still not the right
Chapter 18.1I woke up lying alone in the middle of a soft bed in a room. The first thing that greeted me was the white ceiling. I sat up and looked around the whole room.I was in a spacious room. In front of the bed was a large TV with a small cabinet below it. The entire room was painted white, even the curtains, which made it feel so fresh and relaxing to the eyes.I could hear the sound of waves crashing nearby, which made me even more curious about where I was. I couldn’t find Wyatt in the bathroom.I got up and walked barefoot toward the veranda right beside the bed. A sheer white curtain separated the room from the veranda. Because of the strong wind, the curtain was being blown inward into the room.The salty scent of the sea air greeted me, but it was oddly comforting. I closed my eyes and felt the cool and soothing breeze from the shore.I stood there with my eyes closed for a few minutes when suddenly, someone hugged me from behind. He kissed my cheek and then rested his c