Marissa's POVI had already dragged Diego away from the entrance and we attacked the bar counter where we went through two groups of people who were drinking and partying. After the bartender gave the pile of cocktails to one group, he then regarded the two of us with a huge smile and enthusiastic eyes."Good evening! What can I do for both of you, ma'am and sir?" the bartender asked us."A bottle of tequila please!" I said and smiled at him."I got you, miss!" the bartender said and then turned his back to prepare for my order.As I sat on the stool, I felt a hand snaking around my waist. Shivers went through my spine as I looked at Diego who sat beside me on my stool as we waited. I was taken aback, but when I looked at him, he was just casually looking.Okay, Marissa. Just like what you said, everything between the two of you would be both casual and comfortable. So calm down.He stated that he is just protecting you from anything that would possibly transpire. Clubs are also one o
Marissa's POVThe disco lights made his eyes sparkle in the middle of a dim place. The music was loud, but its loudness did not disrupt how strong our connection was at this minute. And if I would be given a chance, I wish we could stay like this forever. Because in his eyes, I feel like I am in a haven.“So!” I enthusiastically spoke in the middle of our silence. “To fuck off the world, we will be dancing the night away. We will forget the people who hurt us. Cut off the people who betrayed us. And give our love to ourselves. Just the two of us, Diego.”“Hmmmm,” he hummed and shifted his weight just to face me completely. “I like that. Just the two of us. It could make a perfect movie title.”I laughed when he threw a silly joke like that I had to hit his shoulder. He was so shocked by what I did that he widened his eyes and barked out numerous guffaws. It made a lot of people look at us, but we barely cared.“We will have fun, okay?” I said. “And we will have the best night. Like ev
Marissa's POV Flashing memories went behind my mind. Brylle’s smile when he was introducing Nica in front of his family and relatives. My best friend was even smiling politely and greeting all of his visitors in the restaurant.And I was just there…Collapsing…Betrayed by the people whom I deeply cared for.But someone caught me…Diego Montero brought me to a place of fun and magically made me forget all of the painful memories of that moment I was betrayed. I could not thank him enough.And then, our faces went closer, our lips brushed each other, and began to kiss as our heat became one. His touch was warm and gentle. And his caress was comfortable.But suddenly, it became blurry. He began to vanish. That was when everything went dark suddenly. After a minute, a blinding light appeared in front of me and my eyes became conscious and discerning.Why is there so much light? White light?I slowly opened my heavy eyes as an odd light penetrated and moved my head. My eyebrows furrowed
Marissa's POVHe chuckled and then removed his hands from me. His fingers went through his hair and ruffled it as he sat up on the bed. I gulped because of how handsome he was even early in the morning.Why is God so unfair and all of the beauty of men was rained down on him?!"That's fine. I know that it was not your intention," he justified and smiled a little."Yes!" I answered immediately and I felt my cheeks heating up. "I am so sorry.""But still," he said and winked at me, "you kissed me."I sighed aggressively. "Yes, and I regret it,” she said.He shrugged. “But you have to admit,” he whispered under his breath. “You did like it.”I bit my lower lip and deeply felt the coldness of the aircon. His manly scent was filling my nostrils, and it was addicting. Slowly, he leaned over so that he could near to my face. I do not know why I am not retreating my head. I just let his head move, and when his lips almost landed mine, I covered my mouth with the back of my hand. He furrowed h
Marissa's POVI shook my head because I found myself spacing out after staring back at Diego from downstairs. Without any further ado, I proceeded to go down the long, wide staircase. I was petrified by the sounds my heels were making that were echoing inside the mansion.As I walked down, I was still amused by the mansion's beauty and elegance. It was giving off the old money, rich families where Diego belongs. I mean, it is already expected since he comes from a wealthy family and the country knows them in every aspect like businesses and high socio-economic status among others. They are well-respected and reputable as if they are some royalty.He went towards me with a huge grin. I still cannot forget when he decided to just let me go on my way and did not continue kissing me a while ago. He cannot just torture me like that!But well, I have to let it go. Maybe next time will do.Wait, what? How could I think of that? My cheeks flushed red and shook my head indulgently."Are you hu
Marissa's POVHe just smiled back and went to another chair that was only in front of me. I was still astonished by how he was slowly changing his attitude towards me. It is like it is a new Diego in front of me, and the arrogant one? He was already gone! No trace from him.I wish he was like this all the time. We could have a good relationship while doing our jobs. No pressure, like all those past years that have gone by as if there was a wall between us.I like what we have right now."Come on. You can eat now," he invited me and pointed his palm on the utensils in front of me. “I am so excited for you to eat them.”I looked at all of the breakfast dishes he had prepared for me, and my stomach growled in starvation. I grabbed one small fork and a dining knife to cut the pancake. When I tasted it with its sauce, it was like I tasted heaven for the first time, making me close my eyes and savor the taste.Tender. Soft. Not sweet but tasty. It even has a good smell!"It's very delicious
Marissa's POV"Marissa!"I only shook my head in dismay as I went outside the mansion. Diego kept calling my name, but I did not budge. I was so disappointed by what he said to his mother.Like what? I am pregnant with a child? He did not even consult me to say that before he said it to his mom!Sometimes, he is fun to be with, but he is also so unpredictable that I don't even know how to react the next time I know it. He could have just fuck himself, then. For now, I am so pissed off by what he did.Did he even see the face of Madame Margarita Montero inside? Her face was not even pleased for a bit. He was the only one who felt like it was time for celebration!Ugh!”Hey, I'm sorry..." he said and managed to pull my hand before I could even arrive at their gigantic gate. "Marissa, will you please talk to me first?"I faced him just like what he wanted. I made sure that the daggers from my glares would surely give him deadly warnings."Why would you even tell your mother that I am pre
Marissa's POVThe park was not far from the apartment building. Usually, there would be many children playing, but today, it was empty. It was a school day, so they might have gone to their classes. The sun was hot, but because there were huge trees surrounding the park, it was shaded. The playground was in peace, but I saw a man turning his back while swinging. I furrowed my eyebrows because he was wearing a corporate dress shirt, black slacks, and shoes.What is a working man doing there, sitting on a swing, like a little child? I shook my head and could just ignore him, so I entered the gate of the playground. The benches were not far from the swing. It would happen to be near the man, but I do not have to regard him, right? While walking towards the benches, I pouted my lips when I saw the man licking a pink ice cream on a cone. Ladies and gentlemen, a pink ice cream!Does he not get embarrassed that he is here enjoying his ice cream in a children's playground? And man, he even wa