Third Person's POVWhen Jeff looked at John Dave's unconscious body he backed away because he remembered how he had been punched before. He was scared so he slowly left the room and approached the four people who were eating."After you eat, blindfold him and tie his hands and feet to the big tree outside.""Dude, it's early in the morning. He won't wake up right away because it takes a long time for our sleeping pills to wear off," Nilo whined."We can drink wine later," Mario added happily."Yes, while guarding that sleeping merchant!" Bert agreed.Jeff could do nothing but give in to his companions. After eating, the four of them were drinking with him.His companions were making a lot of noise but no one could hear them because their hideout was far from civilization.They continued to drink alcohol while Jeff was just lying there. He doesn't want him to be completely drunk because his colleagues can't do what he's asking them to do.He didn't make a mistake because the four q
Natalie's POV"What kind of feeling is this? I've been nervous for a while but I don't know the reason. I am not drinking coffee either to get nervous." I said in my mind while I was tossing and turning in bed.I got off my bed to grab the TV remote control from the bottom drawer of the cabinet. When I grabbed the remote control, I immediately turned on the TV.I brought the remote control to my bed, sat down and set the movie to watch. Yes, I will watch it first because until now I can't sleep.I still don't want to be visited by sleepiness, I'm not always like this. I swear this just happened to me.That's right, the show was a comedy and my favorite actors performed. I adjusted my position on the bed and put the remote control down on the bedside table.I pulled the blanket and covered half of my body while I laughed with what I was watching. It took me a while to watch so I decided to look at the clock hanging on the wall.My lips parted because it was only ten o'clock at ni
Natalie's POVI held my senses because I was thinking about the dream I had about John Dave. Did something bad happen to him that's why I didn't see him earlier? How could something bad happen to him when he doesn't have an enemy and it's been a long time since he and Jeff happened.Speaking of Jeff's name suddenly made me nervous so I shook my head because of my thoughts about that man. Just then I glanced at the clock and it was past nine o'clock.I knew the mall was open so I hurriedly got dressed. When I came down, I hadn't met my parents yet, so I said goodbye to Aling Mercy.I immediately went to the garage and started my car. I would pass the school where John Dave teaches karate so I planned to stop there in case. I thought it was disturbing so I just continued driving to the mall.I spent my time shopping alone until lunch time and I ate at the restaurant with my favorite food. I'm walking around again and it's window shopping now and I'll buy next time. After window sh
Join Dave's POVThe cool breeze touches my skin. My feet are tingling and my body feels heavy.My eyes were also closed while thinking about what I did because my body responded differently. I tried to open my eyes but I could not see any light.I tried to move my hands but I felt pain. I moved my feet next because I was numb. I couldn't explain what happened.Why is it like this? I quickly understood the situation and knew that I was tied and my eyes were blindfolded so I could not see any light.My suspicion was correct because I moved my body several times but I was just in pain. Who did this to me? What do they need from me? Who are the people I've fought with or bumped into?What about my karate students? They are still children and they all follow my teaching. I thought deeply without moving. Wait, last night I felt something strange until I smelled something unpleasant and that's why I got dizzy. But before I lost consciousness I heard someone talking. Could they be
Third Person's POVSince, August Balajo received a call from his client the Figueroa family about the young man John Dave, he has not stopped just to find the young man.Good thing someone told him where John Dave's house was. He went to see him but he was not there at his house. He did everything to get at least one clue to trace his whereabouts, until he thought of looking for a house with a CCTV camera and did so next to the shop where John Dave bought the food the night before the incident.A copy of the CCTV footage was immediately taken and then studied. He saw in the copy the two men who were in the distance secretly watching from a distance that the young John Dave was not aware of.There is a rush in what he does so he has to use his expertise when technology comes just to get the information of the two people he suspects.When he got the information he had to get, he saw the plate number of the car of the two people watching John Dave.The private investigator couldn't be
Third Person's POV While August Balajo was in his car, he winced because of what he saw earlier when the hideout that was brought to John Dave that his client was looking for him arrived. The police took to the hospital the people they saw who were all bruised up. They are currently on the highway going to the hospital with August Balajo's car in the back. August called Mr. Figueroa and delivers the news that he had found John Dave and that he was sorry because he had been beaten. He saw them stop at the nearby private hospital. He told Mr. Figueroa the hospital where John Dave and the others were taken. His client asked him that if possible, he would take care of John Dave first because he was on his way. August was very happy because of his clients, the Figueroa family will pay triple if he pays for his services except for the tips he receives. His big tip is what he uses for people who beg for his services without charge. Even so, the service he provides is the same whethe
Third Person's POVThe Valenzuela family did not expect the news that their son Jefferson is currently in the hospital.The shocking thing about all the news is that he was involved in kidnapping and physical injury that his parents did not think he could do because of his father's mayorship.His father didn't panic because he was thinking about his connections. But before everything, he first asked who was the victim of his son.The mayor almost died laughing because his secretary found out about the kind of people who were victims of their son, Jefferson.He repeated the word, "merchant" in front of his secretary. The secretary's answer was a steady nod.Eventually the mayor stopped laughing as his brain processed how miserable the merchant was just in his mind.He was alarmed because his son still didn't wake up with his group. The mayor sat properly in his swivel chair. He had a lot of problems to solve today but his son added more.He was about to get up from his swivel chair
Natalie's POV"John Dave, I've missed you," I whispered to the wind as I looked out the window.I was standing as I watched the acacia tree outside the gate of our house. John Dave and I always hang out every afternoon under the acacia tree but now I only see it through my window.My chest suddenly tightened and I felt its weight. I breathed deeply and released air to ease my chest. I am still waiting for an update on him as my parents reported him missing to the police.I secretly prayed that God would guide him and keep him away from harm. I was in that state when Mommy knocked on my room.I calmed myself down first, combing my hair with my finger. I took a deep breath and exhaled into nothingness. I turned myself to face the direction of my door.I walked and when I reached the door I opened it. A dressed and very beautiful Mommy appeared to me. I smiled at her to show my appreciation."Yes, Mommy? Anyway you are so beautiful tonight." I sincerely said.Mommy took a bite fir
Proverbs 16:3 "Commit your work to the Lord and your plans will be established."*****John DaveI am always busy but I must start my dreams for me and Natalie. This is to start the process in my Plans when I discover the money left for me.I did a lot of investigation and research to get everything right. I approached the best construction here in the City and none other than the Figueroa company. As you know, I have confessed to Mr. Figueroa with everything I had and he wasn't even surprised.It was also there that I found out that they owned the bank where I deposited my money. I was embarrassed and felt belittled when I found out. Mr. Figueroa even laughed at me. He and his wife said they knew about me and I wasn't shocked by that. I apologized for my secrecy but they said it was my right because they understood everything.Whatever my plan is, they will support me and they won't talk to Natalie. I am lucky with them, especially with their daughter. I feel better about everyt
1 Corinthians 13:4-5Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy,it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others,it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs.*****NatalieI'm sitting on the long sofa here in my room while watching a movie. Mommy's cat Chessy was on my lap. I caressed it's back up and down.Suddenly, the two employees I talked to earlier entered my mind. I smiled at the scene I saw on both of their faces. Fear and anxiety were depicted on their faces. They thought maybe it seemed I was going to eat people. Anyway, they apologized and I forgave them.They promised not to do it again and I believe them. If they can't do it, that's on them. They are grown up and know that it is wrong to gossip about anyone.John Dave entered my mind. I felt compassion for him because of what I heard from the two employees, especially the word simple. Yes, my boyfriend is simple and I am proud of him. Do you know why? He is
Matthew 18:15 “If your brother sins, go and reprove him in private…” *****Third Person's POVBefore the end of the workday at the office, Natalie talked to the head of the department where the two architects Minerva Santos and Jenevieve Vargas were working.Miss Herlyn Davis, the head of Architects and Consultants, was surprised by the news, but she was the one who asked for a dispensation for the two architects.She called the two and talked to them. Minerva turned pale because she knew that she was the first to open the topic to the two of them."I'm not mad at you, but please. Next time, don't talk to each other in the office about things about fellow employees and especially our bosses. It's just working.""I'm sorry, it won't happen again," Minerva replied humbly.Jenevieve laughed because of Minerva's look but Minerva gave her a hard time. That's how annoying it is to a friend. Jenevieve wanted to lecture her friend but was not allowed to continue."Miss Natalie will talk
Proverbs 20:19 “He who goes about as a slanderer reveals secrets, therefore do not associate with gossip.”*****NatalieAt the table, Daddy did an orientation because of the incident that happened to me yesterday. I can understand him because of our situation in life and business. It is impossible to know the intentions of the people around us. "Who are our enemies, Daddy?" It came out of my mouth spontaneously that I didn't even think to say. I was looking for an answer from him but Daddy only answered me with a sigh.I also reciprocated in the same way when he didn't speak anymore. I have a hunch who it is but I don't want to think and say. Maybe I can just observe it myself.After we had breakfast, Daddy and I used a car. When I got out of the car gate, my eyes saw John Dave. Suddenly, my chest pounded with excitement when I saw his sweet smile.Daddy stopped driving and they talked for a while. I waved to him saying goodbye to Daddy. I moved closer to him but also smi
2 Corinthians 4:16-18So we do not lose heart. Though our outer self is wasting away, our inner self is being renewed day by day. For this light momentary affliction is preparing for us an eternal weight of glory beyond all comparison, as we look not to the things that are seen but to the unseen things.*****Natalie He sighed and smiled and secured his answer in front of me. I raised my eyebrows when his lips half-opened waiting for his answer. What took him so long to answer? I sighed and turned my back to him when he answered."Yes, sweetheart we will eat now." I stiffened and smiled wide to move back in front of him."Oh, I love it sweetheart when we're eating together here at home. Come on, let's go to the kitchen now."I stood up first and held his hand to help him stand out. He relented and we walked hand in hand to the kitchen. He grabbed me by my waist and pulled me closer to him.I looked up at him and was stunned when his mouth landed on mine. My world stopped temporaril
Philippians 2:4"Not looking to your interests but each of you to the interests of the others."*****NatalieWhen I woke up, the light of my lampshade was on in the room. I fell asleep on the long couch. I was stunned to remember what time it was. I got up and looked for the clock that I knew was just hanging on the wall.It's eight o'clock in the evening. What? My goodness! Why didn't I wake up when John Dave and I were going to meet? I raised my hands and cupped my face with my two palms. I felt crying and sat slowly on the couch as if I was a failure.I found hope that I could call him and let him know that I missed our meeting at our meeting place. I'll just call him like that. I was about to get up when someone knocked on the door."Come in, please." The door opened and Mommy's smiling face greeted me. My forehead is wrinkled."You woke up already? Fix yourself and you have a visitor." I can't believe what Mommy said."How come I have a guest, Mommy? No one called to
Psalm 16:1"Keep me safe, my God, for you, I take refuge."*****NatalieBeing busy, I didn't bother to check my cell phone to see if John Dave had a reply or not. It was lunch break so I took the opportunity to check my cell phone.I smiled when I saw that there was a message so I opened it. I read John Dave's name. It's good that he has a message and I don't have to worry about him.JD: I miss you and love you more, sweetheart.Well, I was thrilled by my boyfriend's message. My smile widened as I read it."What made you smile, hija?" I was surprised that Daddy just spoke in front of me."Ah, just a message Dad, from John Dave.""Oh, well. After you read that, follow me, let's go and eat at the Hotel.""Wow, Daddy, I love it.""I know that just follow me.""Yes, Daddy, coming now."I quickly replied to John Dave's message and as soon as I sent it, I immediately grabbed my handbag and followed Daddy. I hurriedly walked to catch up with him.I caught Daddy in the lobby. He turne
Philippians 4:8"Fix your thoughts on what is true, honorable, right, pure, lovely, and admirable. Think about things that are excellent and worthy of praise."*****NatalieI didn't notice my Daddy coming home last night from his meeting. Besides being the CEO of the company, Daddy has other businesses. I am an only child but my parents are very hardworking.I hurriedly showered and dressed in my office uniform. Of course, I will see my hard-working boyfriend later. It's good that I see him before I go to work because I'm always inspired.After I got dressed and put makeup on my face and lipstick on my lips, I took out my beige shoes from my shoe closet, the same color as my handbag slung over my shoulder. I left the room and went downstairs.My bag was put down on my couch and my shoes with heels were next to our main door. I went straight to the kitchen to eat breakfast. In the morning and evening, we only have Mommy at the table."Oh, there's our daughter." Mommy was the f
1 Peter 3:9 Do not repay evil for evil or reviling for reviling, but on the contrary, bless, for to this you were called, that you may obtain a blessing.*****John DaveWednesday came and that's when we met Mr. Figueroa. I didn't tell Natalie about our meeting with her father.I came home early because I sold my goods early. After I fixed my cart behind my house I went inside.I need to rest before I take a shower so I sit on my couch in the living room of my house. I stretched out on the couch and felt comfortable as I lay down.I didn't realize that I had already taken a nap. I was distracted by a dream. Maybe it was because of my tiredness that I dreamed. I sat on the couch and washed my face with my palms.I calmed myself down and stood up from the couch. I felt hungry but it was a waste of dinner that I was going to if I was going to eat.I entered my room and prepared my clothes. After I got ready, I went to the bathroom to take a shower. Just the right lump on my bod