ASTRAI wasn't sure how long did the talk with the private investigator lasted as I already fell asleep on the bed after immersing myself with some fun online games I've downloaded and deleted quickly right after I was done. When I woke up, Sirius was seated on the edge of the bed, his back facing me. I looked outside the window and was greeted by the dark sky, and glittering lights from the neighboring building surrounding our condominium. I stretched for a bit which caught his attention.Sirius turned to me. His lips slightly pursed while clutching on a piece of paper in his left hand, which I assumed was a summarize report from the investigator."What is that?" I asked, leaning closer to him to take a peek on the paper. Though, he quickly moved it away from me as he shot me a hard glare."Your fries are already soggy, dummy.""Oh," I blurted, remembering what I've asked from him earlier. "I'll just heat it up later. What's that, by the way?" I asked, pertaining to the paper as it
ASTRAI felt a lot more better now today than I was yesterday so I went back to the hospital to look after my father. He's already stable but the doctors suggested that he stay for three more days to further monitor his health.I thought Sirius would want to tag along once again. But then, my father's conscious state must've scared him off so quickly declined when I asked if he'd like to sleep over like the last time.I yawned in boredom as I snuggled on the couch with the phone on my hand. It's past twelve in the evening and my father's already snoring in his sleep. Sleep couldn't seem to find me so I've redownloaded some games to entertain myself. I was in the middle of killing off an opponent when my phone began vibrating as a call registered on the screen. It was Sirius' contact name!I glanced at my father briefly, making sure he's dead asleep as I didn't want to disturb his resting with this call. I swiped the answer button and made sure it wasn't on speaker just in case this
ASTRAI giggled in excitement as I reactivated my social media accounts upon redownloading the apps back to my phone. It's been weeks since the last time I've seen the internet. I was told that my case have already mellowed down and it shouldn't be the top conversation anymore so perhaps it is safe for me to return.I typed in my username and password as I watched it loaded on my screen. I was fidgeting and kind of nervous for what's about to greet me. For sure, everyone would be notified immediately the second I reactivate my account so I'm readying myself for the incoming notifications. "You done?" Sirius asked, slightly peeping on my phone. The screen blinked quickly and my timeline appeared, showing a few posts of the people I'm following. "Oh my God! I'm back," I squealed silently as my fingers began scrolling down my timeline, excitedly checking out the current happenings among my colleagues. And then a direct message notification from Sirius appeared. I clicked it quickly an
ASTRA"Matt," I said monotonously, acknowledging his presence as I reluctantly widened the door open to let him step inside my apartment. I heard him snickered as he followed me to the formal living room."Can you at least pretend that you're happy to see me?" He teased as if we weren't fighting just a few days ago. I rolled my eyes as I slumped on the long sofa; while him on the single couch across me. "I went to the hospital earlier, I thought you were there. You weren't answering to my calls.I shrugged boredly. Obviously, I don't want to talk. "I'm glad that your father has woken up," he continued. "Come on, Astra. Are you still mad at me?"I rolled my eyes and huffed in annoyance at him. "If it isn't so obvious to you..."Matteo exhaled deeply. "Fine, I'm sorry. You know I just want the best for you. And as far as I can see, that man isn't someone who you should associate yourself with. Especially if you're aiming to save and revive your stained image to the public.""I'm tired,
SIRIUSMy phone hasn't stopped vibrating since that silly stunt I pulled with Astra the other night. I literally had to log out and turn off my notifications 'cuz even Johnny wouldn't stop laughing at me. I made a brief glance on the internet to know of the fans thought about it. And just like I expected, most are crucifying me for being around Astra following the reputation I've gained these past week. And of course, she wasn't entirely free from the people's hate just because she managed to clear up her case. Now they have found a new thing to scorn her for- calling her an enabler for supporting and associating herself with a 'sexual abuser' like me. People on the internet are really bunch of weirdos."Where's your disguise?" I quickly locked my car door when I caught Johnny trying to step out without a single cover on his face. He turned to me, confused."What disguise?""You idiot," I glared as I leaned slightly to pull his hair. My manager winced and glared back at me. "In case
SIRIUSI pocketed my phone without typing in a reply for Astra. I then followed Johnny to the department store who's already checking out some of the displayed shirts. "These are nice. Which color do you think I should get? This?""Absolutely not," I shook my head as he grabbed the orange variant of the shirt he was checking out. "You know damn well that's not your color. Fucking tangerine."He laughed out loud before grabbing the blue and dark grey variants of the cloth. We then sashayed to the lined up stores, checking out their products- mostly Johnny, as my head was clouded of Astra's text message. I gritted my teeth and rolled my eyes mentally. She's alone with her manager slash ex-boyfriend? Is she still in the hospital or did she went home and then that man made an unannounced visit in her apartment out of nowhere? The latter is actually making me seethe. That man must be harassing her if she have to text me asking for help. "What's wrong?" Johnny asked as we stopped in fron
SIRIUSI immediately start the car as soon as the call finished. I wasn't sure how fast am I going but I thought I saw Johhny through my peripheral vision clutching aggresively on his seat as soon as I let go of the brakes. I think I even heard him cussed silently.The car came to a halt in the parking lot and I quickly unbuckled my seat belt before hurrying out of my car. I heard Johnny chuckled behind me as we marched towards the elevator. I looked around warily for paparazzi when I realized I've taken off my disguise. Thankfully, I didn't see any moron holding a camera to their neck. Maybe I just didn't notice for they are carefully undercover inside these heavily tinted vehicles. We got in the lift and I swiftly pressed Astra's apartment floor. Johnny continued giggling behind me so I turned to him with my arched and confused brows. "What is it?" I asked, irritated at the malicious tone of his laughter. "Can you stop?""Hmm... jealousy is an illness." He said knowingly, purposel
ASTRAA few moments after Sirius and Johnny arrived, Matteo decided to finally leave. I walked him to the door, the fake apologetic smile remained plastered on my face, as if I was really sorry about those two suddenly showing up here and interrupting us."I'm sorry. Maybe we can hangout next time," I said fakely. "About the contract... give me a few more weeks to decide about it. I'm not really sure if I want to continue working for the agency or if I'm just exhausted and I'm not really in a good state to continue working in general."Matt sighed and nodded. "I understand. But please, visit the management sometimes so you can personally discuss this with them. Maybe having you in there in person, we can come up with some good compromising arrangements with you."This time, a genuine smile appeared on my face. "Thank you, Matt. And I will, just give me some time."He nodded one last time before finally turning to leave. I exhaled deeply before walking back inside. Johnny was laughing