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Chapter 31: Reminiscence: A Chaotic Ally
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After a lengthy talk with Lacey, I temporarily bid her goodbye, after her parents’ voice interrupted us. She didn’t even want to hang up but had no choice as they were pestering her. We’ll see each other anyway. Like always, I kept myself busy by strolling at the park. Despite the unpleasant morning, the sunny weather was calming to the nerves. Going through my favorite shops and places, I didn’t even notice that the sun has already set, judging from the gradual noises building up around me. Noises coming from people on their way to the stations to get home and rest. Checking my phone, I still haven’t receive a single text from Sammy. Looks like he’s really busy. Realizing that he might be too busy to pick me up, I picked up the pace and decided to head back at the bus stop. I felt my legs getting heavy at the thought of going back to that awful place again. Hmm…should I get myself a place of my own? I doubt it…there’s no way that they’ll allow me though, much less give me
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My hand suddenly froze. “You kicked the bin or something? How did you know?” I was just saying it as a joke but realizing that he went silent and cleared his throat, I blurted out laughing. Did he really lash out at the trash can yesterday?! Gosh, this man… He’s unbelievable! I was laughing my wits out just by imagining that my stomach hurt. “Okay okay.Yeah it was. My 18th actually.” I was now teary-eyed, but eventually stopped the teasing after hearing his simultaneous groaning. “…why were you there yesterday? Shouldn't you be celebrating with your family?” I was taken aback. Not just with what he uttered, but by the way he spoke it. He sounded so mellow….as if careful enough not to cause a trigger. I puffed a sigh. Family, huh? He might be thinking about that certain kind of family setting. However, I have no such thing. If I did have a family, it wouldn’t be them. My thoughts then wandered to the figures of the people who truly cared for me. “...you dislike celebrations?”
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"What?!" "Yup!" I giggled in excitement as soon as I broke the news to my dearest best friend. After Rue's proposal that night to live with him in a newly-bought apartment, he asked me to become his girlfriend. And I did. The very next day, I called Lacey to announce it to her first hand. As one of the most important people in my life, I want her to know my happiest moments. This might be the happiest I've been in years. However, the smile and excitement I've been carrying for the past 16 hours slowly went down the drain. "LIA! WHY?!" Lacey's voice thundered inside the cafe we always frequented at. I could hear the murmurs from the neighboring tables directed at us by her sudden outburst. "Why, Lacey? Aren't you…happy for me?" I felt my heart racing faster, anxious by what would transpire in this conversation. I thought…she'd be happy for me. But why? What's with her reaction? "Happy?! No! I'm furious! Why would you agree to that stupid idea?!" What she just voiced out in exas
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Uhmm..Do I really need to go?" "Don't worry, love. Nothing's gonna happen. I swear. Besides, she can't hurt you when I'm here. Most especially, when he's there. He called us." "I know but…"my hesitations flew to the air as I sat on the sofa. I was sweating buckets despite the air conditioning. However, I felt him kneel in front of me, reaching my damp palms. "Please? Just for a little while…besides, I want to introduce the girl I love formally to that man. I want him to meet the girl that changed me for who I am right now. My most important person…" Rue uttered sweetly. I could feel the edges of my mouth forming into a smile on their own. Damn. This man, really. He definitely knows how to make me soft. If I could see right now, those puppy eyes of his would have greeted me. "Okay…" Having no other choice, we headed out to his car as he drove off to his family residence. During the ride, my heart was already palpitating like crazy. "Sir Rupert. Your father's expecting you. He's a
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"Are you sure about this, Lia? I mean, I could ask somebody to fill in–""No. There's only one person that deserves that spot, Rue. It's only her. No one else.""I know that, love. But, it's been a year since you last saw her. I also went my way to search for her tracks but she just…disappeared." I shut my eyes tightly, remembering my last encounter with her. Certainly. It has already been a year since my last conversation with her. Back at that busy cafe, we always frequented before.My deaf best friend…"The wedding is in 3 days, Lia. I'm sure I could find someone to–" With a careful tone, Rue tried to persuade me once more yet I just shook my head. I understand his sentiments, but that day will be the most important day of my life. And I want the most important people to be there to witness it."No, Rue. It's either her or no one else. She's–one of the rare few I know among the crowd. My best friend. I don't care if there's no bridesmaids or anything. However, only she is fitting t
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Alexander Kilmer. The eldest son of Bernard Kilmer. And also, Rue's half brother…Not once did I meet him but judging from the rumors circulating that man, he was truly a respectable one in the business field. As Kilmer's eldest and heir, he was said to be so brilliant in everyone's eyes, that my dear Rue was completely overshadowed by his achievements.The eldest…truly…I remembered what Rupert said before."I wasn't really born as a Kilmer, Lia. In fact, I only became one when I was ten, when my mother declared my true identity to my father, leaving him no choice but to accept me in his house.""The moment I entered the house, what greeted me first was neither the beautiful landscaping nor the fancy details of the gigantic mansion. Normally, as a kid who knew nothing but common life, it was supposed to be eye-catching. But no. Rather, the one who greeted me was a kid, just a few years older than me. Despite looking so angelic and innocent, his eyes were full of disgust and scorn, as h
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My feet felt heavier than usual. Every step I took, brought forth the dread within me.There's…something wrong…I can definitely sense it…Reaching for my cane, I exited the cab and found myself on the busy entrance of the Kilmer Group head office. Murmurs circulated the moment I stepped foot inside the crowded lobby. Like always, insults flared whenever I bumped to anyone, though moments later, they distanced themselves, still aggravating the chatters.They definitely recognized me. After all, despite everyone's disapproval, they couldn't help but attend the wedding for image purposes. "Mrs, Kilmer?!" A shriek from the usually-composed Joanna, greeted me the moment I arrived at the floor where Rue's office was located. The heaviness in my chest felt heavier by her reaction."Hi Joanna…Is Rue inside?""Uhh…uhmm that–""What's wrong?""Ahh…Mr. Kilmer is c-currently sorting papers out!""Sorting? Isn't that your job?" I blatantly replied. Joanna stuttered, making me realize my tone was
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"Who are you?" The words left a bitter taste out of my mouth. "Oh. I'm Eridessa Joseph. I don't know if you've heard of me but I'm a friend of your husband." Wait…I've heard that name before…isn't that the name of that famous model on the event earlier…? My breathing staggered. Realizing the identity of the unexpected person currently standing in front of me, my hands automatically reach for my robe, bringing the silk in a crisscross above my chest."What…why are you…with my husband…?" I asked, tone full of inquiry and confusion. My mind already made some theories but I want to hear it from her.I'm…feeling something off from her…"Oh. Don't misunderstand this, Mrs. Kilmer. I'm just here to drop Rupert. He kinda got wild on the drinks earlier." "...drinks? wild..?""He didn't tell you? I had an event earlier and he came to support. You know, friendly cheer, nothing significant. He stayed for the after party and he seemed to have relieved some stress out earlier, seeing him chug a
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