“What’s up, man? I brought something along on my way.”
As soon as the door opened, he talked to Aiden who was sitting on his chair. Looking at his friend then in me, it was as if it was something that he always sees. Like it was normal that I am here. He didn’t even let himself spare any more time to look at me. So, he really doesn’t know that I was left on the lobby?I just quietly sat on the sofa. He didn’t even let himself spare any saliva to talk to me. The two of them talk to each other as they let myself be focused on my phone. I was busy reading some articles that he wanted me to read. Who knows this would be asked to me one time and when I have no idea of what to tell, he would just give me a bunch of papers that I needed to finish.
“It is really a surprise to me to know that you are already married. Like man, you didn’t even tell it to me one time. And to think of it, it was so long ago that you two got married. Isn’t it some kind of cheating? I am your best friend. So why didn’t you tell me?”“It is not as if you would behave if I brought you along. And after all, it happened so long ago. So why nag me now? “
” That is what I am telling. You married and didn't even spare any time to tell me? Idiot”
With that, Aiden didn't say any more words.
“But for you to get married, it was really impossible.”
“Just shut up.”
“Yeah, yeah. But why did you even bring her along?”
“Can you just shut your mouth up? You’re so noisy.”
With that being said, I was now being questioned by the man who was named Elton. He really is a nosy person.
“So, Mrs. Lazarus? How did you meet my friend? Is he the one who reached out to you first or—”
“Elton, just shut your fucking mouth. You’re so damn noisy.”
Well, maybe I do not need to answer his questions. After all, even Aiden himself doesn’t answer.
With just censoring all done with a small smile, he seems to be tired from not getting any answer from me. And with that, he left.
“I didn’t know that he would last long in bugging you.”
I heard Aiden mumbled to himself. Wait, is he talking to me?
Not clearly hearing his words, I just look at him waiting for his mouth to repeat those same words that he had said. But it was as if it is something that would be impossible to happen. He didn’t repeat his words, leaving me be full of questions of what he just said.
Minutes passes by until it became hours. Some of his assistant brought food for our lunch.
They didn’t even say any words and just leave the table full of foods that was neatly presented. Address if we are inside a restaurant, if I may say.You know those kinds of settings that you can see on the television?
“You eat first. I still need to finish this.” That is what he said. So, I was here sitting alone in this table for two. I didn’t even know what I should eat first or what I should be doing right at this moment. It is not as if I am hungry at any bit. I just read some few articles and then stare in daze.Getting some slices of food that was presented in front of me, I can say that it seems to be tasty.
It also looks the same of the food that we got in the mansion. Well, I can say that even with that kind of tension, I can differentiate foods. I can tell whether they are related to each other or not, or if they have similarities or in a completely different version. Maybe that is one of my hidden talents. I’m not really sure thoughI was sure halfway eating when I hear his chair moving. He was finally dining with me.
“What did you do in the lobby?”He asked me as he gets some slices of food.
"I talked to a girl downstairs and… I saw your friend. He brought me here along with him."“That’s all?”
“Yes.”
He didn’t say any other words and eat his meal. And before I even know it, we already finished eating. Right after we finish our meal, some people enter the room to clean up those things. Maybe this kind of thing is natural for him. Who knows?
“Do you have anything that I should do? I mean, do you have any works that I can make?”
“No need”
Those simple words make me be quiet. Well, it is not as if he would be needing my help anyway. He can do it on his own. And after all, isn’t it good for me to be here? I mean. If I am here, I don’t need to work on the papers we got at the mansion.
Smiling at my thoughts, I didn’t notice that I fell asleep.
As soon as they open my eyes, I was wondering where I was. And as soon as my memories flash back into me, I remember that I am in the office or the building company of Aiden.
Yawning, I can’t even tell why I feel so sleepy, even if I just got awake. Maybe I shall... take a few more minutes for a short nap
And there, my eyes closed.
“Hatchu”
I shouted, sneezing as I felt the cold air touching my skin. Even if my dress is somehow thick, I can still say that I am feeling cold.
How are you feeling like this? Putting my hand in the corner of my bed, I tried to get my blanket, but to my surprise, I can’t touch it. I can’t even find where it was.Opening my eyes, I was surprised to see darkness embracing me. Being startled, I stand upright after sitting
And yes, it was a bad idea. I had my head be an ache as I did that kind of thing. But even if my head is aching, there is no use of it, for I was feeling scared to see only darkness in front of me.
A small gleam of light was seen coming from a place that far from where I was. It looks like a big window who was covered with a thick curtain.
There is a thousand of stores from the outside. The view from below is also something that I was amazed it was full of lights, as if. At the sky above was just reflecting the things from below.
Now that I remember it, I was in the office of Aiden.
Laughing at myself, I wanted to blame me from not waking up and the right time. It is not as if I am not aware of one of the characteristics of that guy. He didn’t even notice that he left me in the lobby, which is why I am certain that he wouldn’t even notice me once he gets back to his mansion.
So, what now? What should I do?
I really don’t know… almost bursting to tears, it didn’t let out as I heard the door opening and joined with the lights turning on. In just a small while, I blocked my emotions to hide them. Even I can manage to do so.
There... just as I thought. It was Aiden. It seems like he remembers he has a wife he left in his office.
Hah… just like what Elton said… he is really a jerk.
Tik tak tik tak Letting out a sigh, I wonder if there are things that I must do. Ever since that day he left me on his office, things been complicated. I need to finish those files he dumps to me unless I have no liking of eating for the day. Standing up, I confirmed to the butler that I already finish my job. It was even harder than the last time. It was as if, as time passes by, the number of papers I am attending to are increasing with no stop. “Please enjoy your meal” As a slave… that was bought by Aiden, it wasn't something that I am complain to. He bought me which is why he must have his reason to use me whatsoever he likes. But… still… I didn't know that Aunt Estrella can do such thing… “It seems like you have no appetite” It was him. None other than Aiden. The man with a cruel heart. The man who has no idea about the things that are happening to the people around him. He is self centered and didn't care any bit about others as if he just saw those people as a mere tool
“I give you my greetings, Lea and also Aiden” Smiling so gently, she really is a kind person. Aiya suits Elton well. I hope the two of them get along. It is also a good thing that we manage to fix things. I have no reason to make enemies after all. “It is my pleasure as well, Aiya” With that, things went the way it should be. That is what I thought. The place was so nice. Everything is luxurious. I can say that it is not some simple occasion. Greetings here, greetings there, they don’t seem to be having a hard time talking to so many people. I wonder if Aiden knows each and every one of them. Isn't it so much of a trouble? Luckily, he didn't force me to remember all of their faces. Which is why I am glad to sit here while waiting for him finish his conversation with some gentlemen. “Do you like the food here?” Aiya sat beside me as it seems like she is finished in her route. Maybe it was now time for her to take some rest. “Yes, they are all nice” I said as I smile while bei
With a slightly embarrassed face, I was worried that she might find my action insulting. After all, I did learn that people with high status always see things in a different way. “Laughing at others is not a good attitude at all. It was rude of you Miss” Her eyes show a bit of annoyance. Oh no, she really did think of it that way… it would be bad… “I don't mean it that way… I was just… surprised to see another person here... And… I smiled because I find you adorable… sorry if it leads to a misunderstanding…” With her acting embarrassed, so do I… I can understand why she was worried like that. After all, no one would want anyone to see them do things as that… specially if you are a rich person. Although that case is different if you are close with that person. “You find it cute?” She asked as if I said things that as out of the world. Slightly nodding my head, I hear her laughter forming. Wow… that was cute too. She looks like a living doll if I may say “Aren't you interesting?”
The answer to my question, I soon find it as Aiden went to my direction as he holds my hand. With Sylphia not finding it nice, she just gives off her annoyed look. Strangely, the moment our eyes met, she smiles. What is… with her? “There is no need for you to interact with her” “But why?” “Because most of the girls don't like her. If you know what I mean, then do what I said” Not wanting to ask more question, I was still left puzzled why the treat her like that. I mean… it would really be bad if I would be in trouble just because I talk to her. But… she seems nice… so… why… “Just eat here and don't be bothered with her” We sat in our table and there we saw the couple. Aiya and Elton talking to each other. As soon as Elton notices our arrival, he asked me in curiosity “Oh, there you are. Where did you two go? “ ”…“ I didn't say anything since it was Aiden who give him a question as a reply ” And are you my father to ask me? “ ” Well, even if it is your father who asked you,
He didn't even wait for me to be discharged. Just like what he did before, he just leave me by myself. The sound of the door shutting close was heard. I have no idea what would happen now. Day by day, he becomes more distant than what he usually is. I know too well that he was the one that bought me in that auction… that I am but his slave that he need not give any of his care but… Holding my chest, I can feel my heartbeat… somehow… it hurts. It… really hurts… So… this is the feeling of not being cared… I didn’t even get to feel this kind of feeling. After all, what was given to me is nothing but… warmth of love… “Granma… I miss you…” With a sour face written on me, I give no care about how I look. More than that… I just want to go back to the time when I can still live freely. With my grandmother… Seconds turn to minutes. Minutes turned to hours. And no matter how much time passes by… what was left in me was nothing but a broken piece of heart. . . . “Welcome back madame”
I still can’t believe in what he said… what does he mean by saying that to me?? I was lucky that he didn’t doubt the relationship between me and Aiden, just like what Aiden wants to happen but… Frowning my face in the part where the man beside me can’t see, is the world going to end? Why is he saying that Aiden cares for me? There… is… no possible reason why he would care for me. He even left me in the hospital and didn’t even dare wait for my discharge. Why is he saying that his son does care for me? For me that his son's slave? Slightly shaking my head, I brush away those thoughts as I want to think that he was just joking. But… his smiling face is blinding that I have no will to say that he was just joking. If it would be fine for him then I guess it would be alright for him to think like that… As soon as we arrived in the garden, just like what magic was, everything was settled. As if they already prepared it in advanced. Looking at the look alike of Aiden, it was scary to t
I wonder why he was giving his all. It is not as if he would die if he doesn’t finish it today… but…it was the first time I ever saw Aiden be like this. Although we really haven’t had the time to be together for me to notice it… seeing him work his self out… I can’t help but think that he was just like me. Holding the pen and paper I borrowed, my hands are shaking a bit. I still can’t believe how I can handle such big pressure! How can he easily say that?? “You have an idea? Right? Jot it down and I will read it. But do make sure that it isn’t a waste of my time” Just… just how can I even write it down!! Who knows… if he even gets mad about what I have written, he would surely cut my head off… Shaking my head, I can’t let that happen. I need to focus! His company was being copied by the other company. Although… I think that it is one of the problems that each company have the problem with. ‘Spy’ I was lucky that one of my grandmother’s hobbies was reading journals written by m
Not being able to say any words, Aiden was left stunned by the words of his father. Laughing as he wants to hide his anger… he stops midway and gave Menandro a scowl. Taking a step forward, Aiden put distance between the two of them. “And who do you think is the fool between the two of us? If I were in your situation, I would be a man to save mom back then. I am not a coward like you-“ “You don’t know anything!” Raising his voice, Menandro can’t contain his anger and let it out and raise his hand. With his voice shaking, Aiden was surprised to see his father act this way. The two of them never really had the chance in having a conversation like this. After all, even if the two of them meet up, all they do is beat around the bushes. “What?” Aiden smirked, he can’t believe how his father raised his hand at him. Even though he never really intended for his hand to hit him since he stops it midway, just the thought of him hitting Aiden is enough for his son to be left with disappoint