Chapter 26 Cynthia POVArriving at our destination a few minutes later, I realize that he brought us to a fancy restaurant. My dream one at that. "Do you like it here?" He asks as soon as walks inside the spacious restaurant, and I nod my head. This is more than beautiful, I must confess. "Yes, I love it," I reply to him, and he nods his head before he holds my hand romantically, making my heart fluster. Asher knows how to treat a woman, I must confess. Who would've ever thought that the same man that treated me like a piece of trash a few days ago, would be here, acting all lovey-dovey with me? The waiter came to take our orders as soon as we have our seats. "So, tell me about yourself," He begins as he stares at me with a serious look on. "My name is Cynthia, twenty-six years old, and the only child of my parents who are now late. I work in the same place as Adelie, and we are quite close," I reply to him, and he squints his eyebrows. "Is that all?" He i
Chapter 27 Adelie POV I pace restlessly in the living room. It's almost midnight, and Asher is not home yet, nor pick up my calls. I'm not worried about him, but Cynthia. I can't possibly be fine, knowing that my best friend is with my despicable brother at this hour of the night, right? What if he does something crazy to Cynthia? What if he forces himself on her? I won't ever forgive myself, knowing that I pushed him to do this, just to please my innocent friend. Slumping on the couch, I dial his number for the umpteenth time, and as expected, he didn't answer the call. "Shit!" I curse under my breath as I scroll through my phone, and finally dial Cynthia's number. I have been scared of calling her, but I don't think I should hold back anymore. I have to make sure she's fine. Luckily, she answers the phone on the first ring. "Hey, Adelie," Her cheerful voice sounds from the other end, and I heave a sigh of relief. "Cynthia, you're ok? Where's Asher? I've been
Chapter 28 Adelie POV With my hammering heart, I tighten my fingers around Raymond's as we walk side by side toward the entrance door of the mansion, as many thoughts keep lingering on my mind. As much as I don't want to think about it because Raymond asked me not to, I still feel a part of me nervous. He pushes the door open after he inputs the password, and we walk inside the spacious living room. Just my dad's own, the living room is quite large and beautiful. The couches look extremely expensive, a big chandelier light is hanging on the ceiling, and the place smells really nice. "Sit here, babe. I'll go get mom and my sister," He says to me, and I slowly nod my head as I sit and wait for him, feeling a bit uncomfortable. Barely three minutes that he left, multiple footsteps descend down the staircase, and even though I want to check out who the people are, I'm just too nervous to do it. "Wow! Is she the one? She's so beautiful," A feminine voice whispers, a
Chapter 29Adelie POVI spent the whole day at Raymond's house, and I also plan to spend the night there, since we'll be attending a party together tonight.Sitting in front of the mirror, the door creaks open, and Raymond walks in with a smile playing on his lips."Did I disturb you?" He asks as he comes to stand behind me, tucking my hair behind me as he leans forward and pecks my neck."No, you didn't," I reply to him after he pulls away, and he slowly nods his head. His hands are still on my shoulders, and with admiration on his face."You are gorgeous," He says for the umpteenth time, and I blush hard. He never ceases to tell me how gorgeous I am, and that only makes me fall more and more for him. Did I forget to talk about everyone in his family? Well, they are all fun to be with, especially his mom. I was thinking she won't like me, but she loves me and also thinks that I'm good for her son, which I'm glad about."Thank you," I blush hard, and he giggles softly."You look cute
Chapter 30Cynthia POVI check the screen of my phone for the eleventh time, and I sigh briefly. I have been waiting for Asher to come to meet me for the past fifteen minutes, and he's not yet here. I invited him to go with me to my ex-boyfriend's birthday party, which he promised to be here. I just hope he doesn't disappoint me because this means so much to me. I will lose face. Before I broke up with that bastard, I told him that I would show up at his thirtieth birthday with my boyfriend that will be hotter and more handsome than he is, and I need to fulfill my promise.After what seems like forever, he finally shows up, and even though he's late, I'm still so happy that he was at least able to make it. I may lose my mind if he didn't show up."I'm sorry I came late. I had to deal with something," He hops out of the car and walks over to open the door for me."Thank you. It doesn't matter, since you're here," I reply to him."You look sweet tonight, by the way," He winks at me as h
Chapter 31Adelie POVAfter Raymond introduced me to his friend, whose name is Alex, we were all discussing something, and getting to know each other, when we suddenly heard the sound of a broken bottle, and we look in that direction to see that the villa is already in chaos."What's going on there?" Raymond asks as he springs up to his feet, and Alex follows before I stand up too."I'll go check it out," Alex says before he walks away, and we follow him too.As we approach the place, I quickly recognize the person standing, whose back is facing us. It's Asher. What the hell is he doing here? But when I spot Cynthia too, I didn't need anyone to tell me that they came together."What is going on here?" Alex asks once he arrives at the place, but his expression changes as soon as he spots Cynthia, and the way they stare at each other, tells me that they know each other from somewhere."Nothing serious, I was just trying to teach your mannerless waitress some manners," Asher turns to him
Chapter 32Adelie POVYesterday's event was crazy, and what Asher did for me was epic, and still hard to get off my head. If anyone ever told me he would do that for me, I wouldn't have ever believed.Waking up beside Raymond this morning is really a good feeling that I love so much. After the party yesterday, Ray took me to the nearest mall where he got me cloth to wear, after which he brought me to his place, and the strange thing was Asher not saying anything. The Asher I know would never allow Ray to take me away. Who knows, maybe he's now in love with Cynthia. I think I did a good job convincing him to date her. That way, maybe I will have peace of mind henceforth. But I'm still scared for my friend. What if Asher is up to something? What if he's planning to harm her?"Good morning, babe. Did you sleep well?" Ray asks as he walks out of the bathroom with just a white towel hanging around his waist, and his body dripping wet. He just had his bath since it's morning already, and he
Chapter 33Cynthia POVForcing my eyes open after sleeping all night, I stare up at the ceiling as memories of yesterday night fill my heart. It has been so long since I was so happy. The look on Alex's face yesterday makes me feel satisfied, and each time I think about it feels as though I've gotten so much achievement."Urgh!" I groan tiredly as I sit up on the bed and run my fingers through my hair. I woke up quite late today, so I have to hurry up and get dressed so I can get to the office early enough.With all the strength I found in me, I drag myself from the bed and walk sluggishly into the bathroom, slamming the door behind me.'You don't mess with my woman' his words rings in my head as I stare at my reflection in the mirror, and I blush hard as I cup my cheeks in my palms, feeling on top of the world, because why not. Asher is the sweetest man I've ever come across, and I'm glad he's my boyfriend now."You are late, can you stop daydreaming already and get ready for work?"