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2024-10-29 19:42:56Thursday came abruptly, Jace and Arianne, after sending their friends in the airport, went to work as usual.
Arianne did felt all the glares and heard the buzzing of numerous people but hardly understand what is it. She just shrugged her shoulders to whatever it is they’re being busy with.
When lunch time came, she inform Jace that she wants to go down to the cafeteria. She asked him if he wants something but replied that whatever she wants it’s fine with him.
When Arianne enters the cafeteria, she notice a moment of silence. As if they’re talking about her. Weird! Or so she thought.
The Farris’ people wave at her and she wave back while walking straight to the counter to order her meal as well as Jace to be delivered on his office.
When she’s done, she join the Farris’ staff.
“Hi guys!” she said smiling to all of them.
“Ms. Arianne, you are one lucky girl! How did you end up being the date o
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"We then all live peacefully. My father goes back to work and so is my mom. She found a work in the hospital as a nurse. We are a picture of a perfect family, until our path crossed!" Arianne said looking lovingly into Jace. "By that time, my mom seem to be the typical mother. She would be a friend if I needed one and an enemy whenever she disagree with my choices. All in all we really get along well. Jace thought that he will get to know what happen after high school and he can't help but perk up his ears wider. "When you're still in Italy with your parents, Mom got a call from my Aunt Irene..." Arianne paused and look up to Jace, she's not sure if he still remember her mom's sister and Deacon's mom. Jace knowing what she's thinking, nodded and she then continue her story. "She called up to inform my mom that my grandma was in the hospital. She fell on the stairs and had a heart attack. You know I love my grandma so much that's why when mom asked
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Arianne suddenly struck with a gut feeling. "Omg Jace! Where is the bedsheet that we used before? I just hope you wash it yourself!" she said in a serious tone. Jace laughed heartily. "First, I keep it somewhere where no one can see it! Lastly, I plan to used it against you." he said smirking. "And mind to tell me how will you do it?" "I don't have definite plans yet but let's see!" Arianne tried to push Jace in irritation but he didn't even budge. "Do I have to remind you what you did to me when Mr. Farris introduced me to you? You acted as if you never even know that I exist!?!!" "Well, I was really disappointed and upset when I woke up and found out you're gone that very morning! Again, my stupid self thought of so much nonsense! When all I plan to do when I woke up is to talk to you about what you told me earlier." "Don't lie to me, I heard you talking to someone on the phone about your ex and the suppos
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