ASTRA"What was that, Ma'am? I don't think I clearly heard you?" I asked in utter amusement, my attention now being divided between him and my phone, where I'm currently texting with Lee to continue our getting to know well stage.Sirius shrugged on his seat. "I don't know, just a random thought. I'm afraid we'll get bored out of Paris in a while so why not travel to another place? Use this opportunity to explore and see the world?""Hmm..." I thought of it for a moment as he continued eating in front of me, occasionally giving my phone a hard glare. That's actually a nice idea. And he's right, somehow. I've been staying here for a while now and I'd soon get bored and look for a brand new surrounding. "Okay!" I agreed later on. "But you just got here, Sirius. Let's tour you around Paris first before we fly to another place. Where do you suggest we go next?""London, perhaps? I've only been there once for a photoshoot so I wasn't able to look around. Let's stay for another three days
SIRIUSI browsed through the photos I took on the camera hanging around my neck and smiled in satisfaction. Astra is naturally friendly in cameras and no wonder why she’s not only a successful actress, but a highly demanded model as well. And I… maybe I will excel in photography if I manage to find the time to focus in this new found hobby.I turned off the camera and decided to approach Astra who’s staring at a huge classical painting hanging on the great white wall of the museum. She smiled at me and clung on my arm, and I frowned. I didn’t realize how fucking clingy this woman is before I offered friendship to her.She’s constantly messaging me. Updating me with whatever is happening to her as if I asked about it. And even gets mad one time when I wasn’t able to update her earlier about my supposed canceled visit.But somehow, I understand and couldn’t blame. She never had any friend her whole life. I know ‘cause we were schoolmates back then. She’s a loner and eats by herself at t
ASTRAI huffed in an annoyance as I marched my way to my unit. He really isn’t thinking straight when he made that announcement to Sally Shelby! I’m sure the fans and everyone else are laughing at us right now! And I’m sure my management would be mad about this news. I’m betting they’ll be ringing my phone in less than twenty four hours to confirm all of these from me.I showered quickly when I got to my room and plopped down on my bed grumpily. This is our last day in Paris ‘cause we’re moving to London tomorrow. We haven’t decided just yet how long we’ll be staying in there but it’s already in talk and suggestion that Greece is our next destination. Preferably in Santorini.I was on the verge of falling asleep when my phone pinged beside my pillow. I groaned in annoyance thinking it was Sirius but then replaced by a tiny smile when I saw Lee’s contact number on my lock screen.Lee:Hey! How is it going? Enjoying Louvre?My lips slightly pursed to stifle my smile. My fingers quickly
ASTRA (part 2)Since it was an open home, I could perfectly see from the living room the way Lee is moving expertly in his kitchen. He was wearing a black apron while standing in front of the stove and mixing something in a white casserole. I lick my lower lip and sighed dreamily at the delicious aroma of the food scattering all over the house. My stomach is beginning to grumble and my tongue is salivating in excitement! I can't wait to have a taste of his cooking! He is such a boyfriend material but sadly, he's not for me. Long distance relationship isn't my thing...I grabbed my phone when boredom finally struck me. I turned it off earlier so I won't be bothered by Sirius. Well, I still wish him a nice dinner for tonight even though he's been annoying to me for this day.I saw a few missed calls from him. I grinned naughtily when I thought of something!I aimed my phone at the kitchen where Lee is cooking silently and took a quick picture of it. I sent it to Sirius, giggling and pr
SIRIUS“Stupid girl!” I grumbled under my breathe as I continuously walk around the streets of Paris without any direction. Just looking around hoping to stumble into them in these many restaurants all over the famous city of love.“I’m really gonna drag her back to the hotel using her hair once I see them!”I tried ringing her phone once again but it really is no use since she turned it off! So much for her telling me that her management isn’t allowing her to date for the mean time and yet here she is, out in the middle of the night meeting up with a stranger we barely know! That man could’ve been a freaking weirdo!I looked around left and right, squinting my eyes carefully at every food pub to make sure I won’t skip or miss them from all these crowds of lovers. My stomach is already grumbling in hunger but I couldn’t give in to its wish right now, not until I find her!After some time, my phone vibrated in my hand and I nearly jumped in sheer happiness when I saw Astra’s name on m
ASTRAI woke up feeling anxious and scared to open my eyes. I was scared to know and confirm that Lee succeeded with his vile plan against me. That he managed to bruise and ruin my womanhood. And that I know that it would scar me forever.But then, my surrounding felt peaceful and warm. I feel fully clothed under the thick sheet of comforters. And somehow, I could smell the familiarity of the blanket and pillows all over me. It smells like... the ones in my hotel room?Or I was just imagining things, hoping to wake up in my bed and pretend that all of those were just mere nightmares. But it felt real! It is real! Even when I hope it is not...Bravely, I finally took the courage to open an eye out. My forehead immediately creased seeing the familiar white ceiling and diamond chandelier above me. And then I closed my eye. Pressed them shut tightly, then opened them both to confirm what I was seeing.I'm back in my room?!I sat on the bed and looked around my surrounding, taking my time
ASTRA"Why don't we, uh..." I looked away from the airplane window and shifted my gaze to Sirius beside me. He was scratching the back of his head and smiling awkwardly at me."What? Are you saying something?" I asked with knitted brows."Well, uh... I'd like to suggest that," he cleared his throat and gulped. "Why don't we just rent the same room? I-I don't see the point of renting separately when we're also staying at one room all the time. I think it's a waste of money."I blinked a few times and think..."Hmm... you're right. Fine, let's stay together in one room. Have you searched for any hotel we can book at?""Y-yeah! I spotted one in Camden. I already called this morning for a reservation and thankfully they still have a vacant room. You know that city is very famous in London so we're still lucky I got us one.""Oh! Camden!" I chirped in excitement. "I've heard it's a fun and lively neighborhood. Good choice, Siri. Can't wait for this plane to land.""Well... I think we're v
ASTRAI plopped down on the hotel mattress as soon as we got inside the room. It's a double bed room and way more spacious than the ones we got in Paris. There's even a tiny kitchen on the right side of the room and a wide veranda on the left, overlooking the fun city of Camden and the markets lined up in the streets.A smile made its way to my lips. "Already liking it more than Paris. I'd love to walk downstairs tonight.""Uh-huh. It's one-thirty. Aren't you hungry? We haven't eaten lunch yet.""So call for room service."Sirius walked towards me, holding onto the sides of his waist with a stern expression. "They don't offer that here. It's self service Miss Ma'am. They have a cafeteria downstairs.""Oh! That sucks," I frowned. "Well then, I'll just change and maybe freshen up a bit then we'll head down for lunch.""Okay. Just meet me downstairs."I nodded shortly before hurrying to open my luggage and stepping inside the bathroom. The main door closed loudly and I began stripping o