Chapter 6

"At your house? W-Wait, why am I going there? I mean, I can't leave yet—"

"And why not?" he asked irritably while staring at me intently. "Let's go. Just text your friend that you're with me. Or maybe someone else wants you to go back inside? Who, Mike?"

"No, it's not that!" I refused. He opened the car door and let me in. I really don’t know what this man is up to, but there’s something in myself that is saying I should I go with him.

"Come in," he commanded. I hesitated to look at him but eventually I decided to just get in the car. The way he looked at me seemed to say that I had no choice but to follow him.

I just sighed as he started the engine.

I picked up the cellphone that was inside my sling bag and saw five missed calls from Lalaine. There were also messages from him asking where I was. I immediately typed a reply.

To: Laine

Don't worry about me. I left. I'll explain everything to u tom. :-)

"Who's that?" I looked at Raxon who frowned. "Your friend?"

I nodded. He didn't ask anything more so silence enveloped the whole vehicle. I really don't know why it entered his mind to take me to his house even though we are not close to each other. In fact, it's already been two months since the last time we had a strange encounter. Then we had a little argument. So a big puzzle to me now is his sudden approach to me. But even with many questions running through my mind there is only one thing I am sure of. I know and I'm sure that even though this man looks so rough and dangerous, he won't make any move that can hurt an innocent person like me.

Fifteen minutes passed before the vehicle stopped in front of the Bermudez mansion. When he came out I also came out immediately. The big mansion looks so peaceful in front of their wide plantation. You really can't deny the super wealth of the Bermudez.

I came back to reality when Raxon touched my wrist. He looked at me with his dark eyes.

"U-Hey just wait--" I tried to stop him but I couldn't. He walked straight into the gate while dragging me.

"Good evening sir." the guard greeted and looked at me in surprise as if he had never seen Raxon with a woman.

"Brother Lando, just get in my car." he formally promised. I just bit my lip because of nervousness. I know that no matter what I say, he will not listen. Don't I really like it? E, why do I seem so excited?

Damn! Get down — you’re not Amara!

When we entered the mansion I was almost stunned. The whole place is incredibly grand! Every corner you look is screaming in luxury. From the floor, chandeliers, furnitures and all.

The maids stared at us. They greeted him while they just gave me a curious look. Rax did not speak. Instead he continued walking so I followed as well. We headed to the living room. There we were greeted by a fairly elderly woman.

"Oh, Rax. Why are you coming home so fast? The party is over?" then her eyes drifted to me. "Is she your girlfriend, son?"

My eyes widened and immediately shook. "Oh, no!" I don't even know why this person brought me here e. Then can my girlfriend be mistaken? Just what the F?

"She's a friend, manang. And you know, I don't like parties that much. So my thirty -minute stay there was too long." Raxon. He loosened his grip on me so I disappeared.

"Ah all right. I'll leave you first."

"Please prepare some food. I will feed this guest of mine." the old man grinned playfully as I felt like I had diarrhea.

He turned to me and looked at me darkly. I tried to look calm as possible, but hell! Just the way he looked at me I seemed to be out of breath.

"Sit, Amara." he commanded and so I did. When I sat down on the sofa he immediately sat down next to me but there was a small distance between us.

"You haven't eaten yet, right?"

I looked at him. "You're right! I was supposed to eat there at Mike's party and then you suddenly pulled me out of there. So how can I eat ?!" I really don't know where my courage to scold him comes from.

One corner of his lip lifted. He looks so amused. While I was irritated.

"Easy, baby. I'll feed you here. So don't worry."

He took off his tuxedo and put it somewhere else. She folded her white longsleeves up to her elbows so she didn't look that formal anymore. I just swallowed when I realized how handsome he was in every corner I looked. He looks so dashing and indeniably hot.

"How old are you?" he asked all of asudden. I intertwined my fingers as I look at him directly in the eyes.

"I'm turning seventeen by the end of this month."

She sighed and ran her fingers through her hair.

"In two months, how many have been your lovers?"

Why does he ask me such things? We're not even close for pete's sake!

But I still answered. "I didn't count them. I'm not interested. Why are you asking, by the way?"

"I just want to know what happened to you here while I'm in Manila for two months."

Wait, Manila? Does that mean, so I haven’t seen him in two months he’s not here in San Alfresco?

I would have asked him what he did there I restrained myself. I don't even want him to think that I'm interfering too much in his life even though we're not close to each other.

"Uh .. Are your parents here?" I will ask. Maybe her parents suddenly appeared. It is difficult to be unprepared.

"Nope. They're not here. They're in Manila, someone is taking care of them."

I nodded. A few minutes later, Manang called us because the food was ready. Raxon leaded me the way to the dining area.

A long table with lots of food met my eyes. At first glance, you will be appetizing. But why does it seem like the crowd? For as there is a fiesta or any celebration. Or is it really like this when you are rich?

I just chose to keep my mouth shut and sit down when Raxon pulled me out of a chair. My cheeks grew hot when I saw how some of the housemates looked at me because of what Raxon had done. Even Manang smiled playfully before letting us know that he had something to do. He also gestured to the other maid to leave Rax and me alone. The awkward continuity of the atmosphere.

"What do you want?" He asked after sitting beside me.

"Uh, anything." Actually, everything looks good so I don't know what to eat. Also, it would be too embarrassing if I had to sue myself. I don't have a problem with food because I eat anything.

He didn't speak anymore and he himself put the food on my plate. I was devastated when I saw him fill it with different dishes. What the heck? Why the rummy ata?

"Y-You know, I think you put too much in. I might not run out."

He looked at me badly. "Just eat, Amara. After that, I'll deliver you."

‘That’s what he did. After that dinner, he delivered me to us. When I got out of his car I waited for him to run it again. But a few moments later he still hadn't started the engine. I was about to knock on his window but it opened.

His cold eyes bore into me.

"Why aren't you leaving yet?" I will ask.

"I'll only leave when you're inside."

I tightened my grip on my slingbag. How come, the strength of my chest.

"S-All right. Be careful on the trip."

The next day, I woke up early as usual during class. As soon as I entered the classroom, Lalaine immediately greeted me with questions.

"What happened Amara? Why did you suddenly disappear last night? Why didn't you tell me?"

I sat in the chair before facing him.

"Just one at a time Laine. The opponent is weak."

"Fine! Why did you suddenly disappear last night?" he asked curiously.

I sighed as I spoke. "Didn't I let you know that I'm going to be a CR?" he nodded.

"So, that's it. I was CR. But unexpectedly, when I came out, Raxon was there. Then .."

Her eyes widened and her mouth fell open. "Then what?!"

"Lower your voice Laine!" Maybe someone will hear more of us and I'm still machismis. That idiot is still known all over campus.

"Don't hang me!"

"W-We went out. We went to their mansion."

"Oh my God! Then what did you do there? Don't say you gave up the boy ?!"

"Lalaine! Stop overthinking!" I rebuke him. "Nothing special happened. We just ate. Then, he took me home."

She looked at me with her twinkling eyes. Obviously, a conclusion had been drawn in his mind.

"I think, he's hitting on you girl!"

My cheeks warmed at what he said. The thought of it made my heartbeat grown wild and furious. But I know it's impossible for you to happen. He's like the moon in the dark sky to me. I can see how it shines above me, but I know I'll never be capable of reaching it.

He's unreachable. Even our worlds are from different dimensions. So why the hell would I think that he might like me?

"That's just a pure nonsense."

Our first subject teacher came in. I stayed attentive to her discussions the whole time. I never let anything else eat my brain while in class. My studies is my number one priority that's why I should focus on it more.

That day I did not see Raxon. Not by suspicionp ko him but I just noticed. I don’t know here on my own. I feel like something has changed.

"Are you okay son?" I stopped thinking when Mom asked. It's half past ten and we just closed the karenderia.

"It's okay. Why did you ask that?"

He poured water into the glass from the pitcher and drank it before sitting down in front of me.

"It seems like the depth of what you're thinking. Is that in study or is there some other reason?" he asked calmly. Mama knows me so well that she can read even my small actions.

"You know, it's not bad to tell me how you feel. I'm also from that age so I know a lot of things are bothering your brain. Is there a problem?"

I smiled sparingly. "I don't have a problem, Ma. I'm just thinking about our school project." I promise even though I'm actually thinking about meeting Raxon at the party. I don't even want to give mama a headache. Also, it's just a small thing.

"Are you sure?"

"Yes. I'll tell you when there's a problem."

"It's good then. It's okay to go to sleep because your class is early tomorrow."

Friday. The last day before the weekend. I was about to enter the classroom when suddenly someone stopped me. I looked up because he was tall. It's Josh. A guy from the lower section. She is holding a bouquet of roses. He is handsome. ‘It’s just, there’s a playboy aura.

"Hi, Amara." She handed me the bouquet of flowers. And my echocherang classmates approached us to see what was happening.

"For you. You know, I really like you." I hesitated to look at the flowers. The flowers look amazing. But if I accept that, he might think I'm giving him a chance to flirt.

I smiled sparingly. "There's no need for flowers Josh. You know I don't accept those, right?"

He smiled. "I know. I just want to try. Don't worry, we're in a hurry. I just hoped that you'd give me a chance to prove myself."

"I'm sorry. Being in a relationship is the least thing I am concerned right now. I hope you understand."

He forced a smile. "It's okay." He walked away while holding the bouquet. I just sighed before entering the classroom. My classmates immediately returned to their seats.

"What a pity Josh!"

"Yeah! He's so hot so!"

"Because it's focused on studying so it doesn't entertain the boys."

"The amount he nabasted ha."

I just ignored their comments and went straight to my seat. Lalaine's seat is vacant. Where is that woman and hasn't come yet? Even if it's like that, he doesn't tend to be absent.

I picked up the phone and typed a message for him.

To: Lalaine

Where are you? It's only 5 minutes before our class starts.

Our English teacher just came in and Lalaine still didn't come. What could be his reason for being absent? He also did not reply to my text. Damn that girl. I'm worried.

The teacher started to discuss about the new lesson. I'm listening, alright. But I can’t help but think of Lalaine. Maybe he got sick or something. Her parents are not always in their house. So, I made up a plan. I'll go see him later. After dismissal.

"Class dismissed." Promise of our last subject teacher today. I immediately put away all my belongings. I grabbed my bag and quick steps made it out of the room. I almost crashed because of the rush.

When I came out of the building I saw the man who suddenly accompanied me on my walk. It was Harrold. He's a senior and one of my suitors that I rejected. But he is also one of my persistent lovers who even though binasted is still in the mood.

"Oh, why do you seem to be in a hurry?" he said equalizing my every step.

"Please. Not now Harrold. I'm in a hurry. I need to go to Lalaine."

"Why, is there a problem? I have my big bike with me. I can take you."

I looked at him. If you think about it, I will be able to get to Lalaine faster if I accept her offer. One more, fill the tricycle now.

"Are you sure?"

I think, I'll just accept his offer. Just this time. I just have to hurry because maybe that's what happened to that witch.

He smiled. "No prob. Just you."

When we reached the gate he immediately approached where his black motor was parked. He handed me his helmet. I hesitated to look at it.

"What about you?" He only has one helmet so if he gives it to me he won't use anything.

"I'm fine without that. What's more important is, you."

Before I could act, he put a helmet on me. He also locked it.

I smiled. "Thank you."

I was about to board but I was stunned when myy eyes suddenly foumd Raxon's dark and dangerous look at me.

He is already outside the gate. He's standing a few meters away from us while leaning on his black car like he's waiting for someone. And the way he looks at me made feel the fire in his eyes.

He's mad. But I don't know why.