I stayed silent the whole time we're on the air. I just ignored Luke's curious eyes.
From the air, I observed the entirety of said beach resort. It's amazing hotel, casitas and magnificent coast told me that it's, indeed, an exclusive resort. I also remembered Tita Alandra's remark about this place. I realized he was right. This a nice choice of place for vacations and events.
When the chopper landed at the hotel helipad, we were greeted by staffs and the general manager. The smiles of the staffs as they looked at me were almost unforgivable. The middle-aged manager stepped closer with the staffs lining behind her.
"Welcome to Club El Fuego, Miss Kaia. We know you're coming today so we're here to assist you."
"Thank you ..."
"Mary, take Miss Kaia's belongings and bring them to her suite," she commanded which I immediately stopped.
"No!" They were stunned. "I mean, don't bother. My bodyguards will take care of those."
I told Luke that
Recognizing the person who just arrived, my body froze and my heart leaped in shock and frustration.I could feel the gradual stiffness of my legs as I watched Sage slowly approach the long table. It's like you're stuck on the floor that I can't move.He shook his wrist so that his rolex will fall on the right place. His every precise step creates a clicking sound in the fine marbled floor. His eyes were rayless. With his dark suit, unreadable eyes and authorative air, he looked formal and vicious.Luke and Rita mumbled something while my eyes were just fixed on the man in front. I cursed in my mind when I realized why he is here!He owns the resort!I sighed."Mr. Mongreco!" Luke exclaimed. He even stood up to greet it.Luke glared at me, gesturing me to stand up too. But I ignored that and turned to Sage without emotion. He was looking at me, I couldn't read what was on his mind.I want to just walk out from here. I don't wan
"Oh my goodness! I can't believe you! Mr. Mongreco showed hospitality to us after this? I'm the one who said everything is okay with you! You're embarrassing me, Kaia!""I didn't. I politely refused, Luke. Don't push me anymore because I won't let you do what you want.""But–""Luke, please! I said, no! I won't take back my words. The meeting is over. I already declined. This argument is useless.""K, what's the problem?" This time, his voice was calm.I was tired of sighing. I know I'm being insensitive. I know I'm being unreasonable. But who can blame me? I was just hurt."My mind just changed, Luke. I can't do the ad campaign. I'd rather just focus on my upcoming project ..." I trailed off, marking my sentence with a deep sigh.Luke frowned and scrambled to sit up in bed."Now, what does it look like I'm going to present to Mr. Mongreco? It's gone!""Let him think what he wants to think. I have every right to re
I angrily turned off the cellphone when I received a call from the producer who promised me there on a project. He said that he would no longer take me as the singer for the film. He didn't tell me the exact reason. But I’m sure it’s because of the issue!All day, I was just in the suite. Luke left for Manila at two o'clock. He strictly instructed Rita not to let me go out alone because someone might recognize me outside.The news of Zeus' death right now is all over the Philippines. And since Lyka points to me as the reason for that, I am the one most blamed.I am the talk of the town now, the villain in the eyes of many. I have received different types of criticism on social media. Some were creating memes with my face. Some were even threatening me to be really below the belt.I am not guilty. I'll never be.That was my latest tweet in twitter. But the people didn't believe it. I received many hate comments. I even saw the trending p
I texted a bodyguard and was told where I was. A few moments later, they arrived. I was reprimanded for a while for their sudden disappearance. Their reason? He took a shower for a while. They sewed at the same time, right? I didn't buy the alibi but I don't have a choice but to let it pass.Sage was left on the patio of the casita and watched us leave. I didn't look back and walked fastly.I don't know if what he did earlier was a true act of generosity or he only wanted to change my mind about the ad campaign. But does he still need me there? With my stained name, I don't think I'll be an effective endorser at this point. As long as the issue doesn't subside I'm sure it will only take criticism. I can't risk the resort's credibility. One more thing, I don’t want him to be a client!"Oh, ma'am! Where are you from? Sir Luke called! I slipped and said I wasn't with you so that's why, I'm so angry!" said Rita when I
"What else are you doing? Why aren't you leaving?" I tried so much to maintain a cold demeanor. But when I remembered I had no right to tell him that because he was the owner of the resort, I regretted my words.He looked down, looking so bruised at my words. Damn it! Annoyingly, I just want to take back what was said and let him stay!"Oo nga pala. I can't boss you around since you're one of the owners here. But as a guest, I demand privacy."Maybe that's okay than just letting him go! Of course I'm not as heartless as him!"Alright. I'll leave ..." he surrendered. But he didn't leave right after he said that. With his eyes directed at me, he slid his hand on his pocket. He pulled the phone out of there. He typed something.He stared at the screen as he typed. It was quick. Then, he turned to me again. I raised my brow. He didn't speak anymore and just turned away. I watched his
I scratched my forehead and bit my lower lip. I didn't imagine this situation could become worse than I imagined."You? Are you okay? Do you have wounds? I'm going to see you, Luke! You don't have a family there so–""Don't be stubborn, K! Rose will come here later so don't worry. Rose has a powerful family behind her and there are many bodyguards so she can't be approached. You're the one I'm worried about because besides you are the closest to me , that rightful actor has been mad at you for a long time! "The possible danger made me feel so much horrified. I suddenly remembered what had happened to me before. I got cold."I'm confused, Luke ... Why did they plan to kill him? What's their relationship?""They are a couple, K. All I heard was they were arguing about the incident. Lyka asked if the scene was very clean and made sure there wasn't any evidence that Antonio ki
"K, what did I hear from Rita that you plan to leave there the other day? Are you out of your mind ?!" Luke sighed that night when he called.I swallowed the sensei and leaned against the headrest of the bed. When I returned to the suite earlier, Rita immediately followed me and told her that we would be leaving the other day. And now, the news reached my hot-tempered manager."Can you please calm down? That won't improve your condition. How are you? Did they treat you well there? How about the security? Did you make sure it was tight and-""I appreciate your concern but I am very fine here, Kaia! My concern is you! I beg you, don't leave the resort first! That's the safest place for you!"I couldn't help but stare at the last thing he said. Sage just told me that earlier. How does he make sure of that? He doesn't even know him! If he only knew what I went through at the hands of that man I'm sure he
"Why are you doing this? Did Luke promise you a great amount? But even so, I know you don't need anyone's money. Now, I can't see the point why you are meddling with my life. Can you , just let me leave peacefully! And if anything happens when I leave here, I will take full responsibility of my decision- ""Shut up!" he angrily cut me off.My lips parted, taken aback by his harsh words.With dark, brooding eyes, he withdrew his hold on the swivel chair and walked towards me. His jaw was clenched in a brutal manner as his precise steps became closer and closer. I was overwhelmed by the darkness of his eyes and felt the softening of his knees. I want to run but I can't move my legs.When he confronted me I was forced to look up. With our small distance, I can see the unfathomble rage in his raven eyes. Anger only flared up in his eyes as he looked at me more closely.Is that anger for me? I'm not sure ..."Do you think I'll let anything bad ha