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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 that he shall not heed no bother to take care of.Not speaking, I continued eating the meal that was prepared.
So, the reason why it was tasty today was that he is also going to dine with me. I should have known it sooner so I finish my food early.“I just want to remind you that tomorrow, you will be joining me in a gathering. Suit yourself and don't taint my name. It would also be better if you would not talk to anyone so they would not have any suspicions”“Yes”That was it. That was how my life continued. It was as if… things wouldn't be going in the way that would treat me better. Maybe… this was my punishment. For not being able to keep my grandmother alive…The day that he told came. It was early in the morning and all the maids are doing lots of things preparing me. I just sat there and let them do what they need. Everyone was being careful. It was as if, their lives depend on the result they would see.There, it was finally done.“She looks beau—”Not being able to finish her words, the door burst open as if someone who did that have no patience left to wait.“Not done yet?”Looking at me, he verified that they already finish their job.“At least you look like a real human being”Maybe that was a compliment coming from Aiden.Looking at myself in the mirror, I do look… nice. They really did a great job pulling this off. “Hurry, no one even dares make me wait any bit longer. If you are done, go move already”As soon as we arrive at the place, everything looks dazzling. All the decorations on the outside of the place seems to be made up of materials that are not cheap.Even the people that I can see outside this car wear dresses and suits that shine as if they are shouting how much price they've cost.
“To all of them, you are my wife. Do your best in it”
“Yes”
I have no idea of why am I acting his way ever since that time. It was as if, that event made me realize things. Hah… I should just do just as what he has said. It is not as if I would want to die soon. I still want to live… since that is what I promised…“I hereby present, Mr. & Mrs. Lazarus! Shining like the dazzling stars above, just as the rumor said, the ideal image of a couple”It seems like their words held exaggeration in that. Dazzling stars above? Rumor about what? Us being a good couple?I had no time to ask him of what those things mean but it is not as if I would have the courage to ask him about that Giving me his hand, he guides me as we walk in the red carpet in front of the eyes of many people and the media. “It wouldn't be bad if you smile to let them know you are happy in this occasion”He simply mumbled as he realizes that what I am doing would make suspicions. I forgot about that. Clinging may hand it is in a manner that does not look so weird, I simply let them feel like I am such a genuine and loving wife who find it a little embarrassing to be seen together with my husband. Smiling at them, everyone is still looking at us as they have no other person to look at. Why does this place of red carpet make a long way in order to get inside? I had no idea that it would be this long…“You two finally came. We have been waiting for the two of you”It was Elton who greeted us. It seems like he arrived first. Together with him was Lea. She waves at me.
Hah, now it makes me be reminded how we met. She does looks so scary back then… I almost thought that I would die in an instant'She was together with sir Elton. I have heard that she is the wife of Sir Aiden but why is she always with him?'Due to the fact that I was constantly being asked to do many things as if I was some new recruit that must do things like those. Still, it is not as if I can disobey. If he told me to do so, what left for me to do is do just as what he said. 'Thank you for going with me again''No worries, it would be bad if you get lost again'
Elton being friendly to me is something that I am thankful to but… the fact that he was being kind to me makes me be worried…For there has been a word circulating about him being associated with me but even so… this Aiden… he seems to not care about those words.
'You… so it was true. You find a girl you are interested in which is why you are always here in Aiden's place. Elton… I didn't know you are like that…''Aiya? Why are you here and what are you talking about?'A girl came. She was beautiful. Even her clothes suites her well but… just like how I can clearly state the fact that she was a beauty, I can also clearly see how her eyes look so hurt.
“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
As soon as the wind blows, the two of them look at each other. A small figure then jumps in front of Lea’s view.“Ahh!” Lea then jumped in surprise as it touches the hem of her dress. With her moving hastily, the paper that she was holding gets crumbled and soon touches the ground.Sitting on the dirt, she heard little barks coming from the small figure that scares her.“You really got scared just because of that?” even if it was dark, the smirk on his lips can be seen visibly for the moon was shining so bright.Slightly taking a step forward, he bends his knee to see the small fur ball that scared Lea.“I was… surprised…” she said while catching her breath. Whistling to call the attention of the fur ball, it was as white as snow. Cute little eyes with the matching color with Aiden’s hair, his small little nose sniff his way to where Aiden was.‘So, he knew what was it all along… but he still… what is wrong with this guy… trying to scare me… I really thought that was a ghost or what!