“Babe? You have to eat.” I am currently at the balcony starring at the sky when Cameron came. “I don’t want to.” “I didn’t ask if you want to eat or not. Food is essential. You have to eat.” “I’ll eat later.” “Babe—” “Just leave me alone! I’ll eat later!” I angrily shouted as I turn around. “Being stubborn won’t help us find Aviana! Stop doing this to yourself! You’re just making things harder!” I turned away and just took a deep breath while holding back my tears. “Savannah, being like this won’t help us find our daughter. Aviana needs us, so we have to stay strong.” “I... I keep thinking that all of this is happening because of me. Our daughter has to suffer because of all the mean things I did in the past.” I turned around and looked at Cameron. “How can I eat when I’m not sure if Aviana already ate? How could I sleep when I don’t know if Aviana is comfortable wherever she is? Cameron, I feel bad for doing to this to you. You are also her father, and I know that! But I keep
We left the Zach’s residence and went to our mansion to talk with dad. I was anxious on the whole ride. I feel like talking with dad would be tougher than dealing with the kidnappers.Minutes later we arrived. I saw dad as soon as I entered the house.“Dad—”“I saw the broadcast, and you know my answer. Also, if you’re going to pay that ten million, make sure not to get it from the company.”See? See what kind of man he is?! I wanted to shout, curse and call him names but I have to control my anger knowing that I’m asking him a favor.“Dad, I know you don’t care about Aviana. You never cared about us, your own children, so why would you care for your granddaughter? I know—”“You’re the one asking me a favor but you dare talk to me like that?!”“Sir, please... we want to bring our daughter back,” Cameron pled.“Then think of another way. It’s your responsibility as parents.” I lost it. I laughed as I glare at him.“Responsibility as parents? Who are you to say that to us when you never
I went back to the car where Cameron is waiting.“What happened?” he asked as soon as I entered.“I thought I was going to die there. What about dad? Did he arrive?” “Not yet, did they tell you anything?”“Nothing. They told me nothing. I wasn’t even allowed to ask any questions!” I drank a whole bottle of water because of nervousness. “This is not the first time someone aimed a gun on me, but that was scarier this time. Their aura was different. They really look like some professional killers who can really easily kill me at one shot.”“Because they are in an organization. Who knows, they could be a mafia?”“M-Mafia?!”“Let’s head back home first.” We hurriedly headed back home. Everyone was monitoring dad by the body camera he’s using.“He just arrived?” I asked.“Yes, he just did,” Stefano answered.“Damn! It’s spooky and creepy. Can dad handle that?” Sylvester said. Which was answered by mom.“Your dad isn’t a child anymore. If he has the guts to cheat, he would also have the gut
“No! No! On the left!” “Use the sniper!” “I said left!” “No! Now we’re dead! It’s game over! We lost the game!” “How could the great-genius Stefano lose a simple game?!” “What simple?! It’s hard and also stupid! What kind of person would be alive even after five shots of bullet? Is that dude immortal?” “It’s a game character! It’s fictional! What kind of boring life did you live that you don’t even know how game logic works?!” I just shook my head and sighed as I listen to the childish fight of my brothers. It’s been three weeks and I’m now having the last fit for my wedding gown, and I don’t know why those boys came with me and mom for the fit check. They’re so noisy like a child. “I can’t believe the famous Harris brothers are this playful,” said by the gown designer who’s helping me dress-up. “Yeah, I’m like taking care of three toddlers at this point.” “You’re all set! Wow, the gown looks to pretty on you! Of course, you’re the great Savannah Harris after all.” “It’s goo
We are now having a family dinner, together with the Zach, at a fancy restaurant and I keep glaring at Sylvester who’s sitting across me. Since mom brought out the topic about Cassandra earlier at lunch, he’s been pissing me off by pushing the idea of him dating Cassandra.I gave him death glares but he just smirked and wink like he’s teasing me.“The wedding will be in a week. It’s been postponed for so long, and finally it’s happening,” Cameron’s father said.“What difference would it bring? This ceremony is just for formality after all.” I turned to dad who didn’t even bother lifting his gaze when speaking. I wanted to say something but I just stopped and controlled myself.“I’m sure you’ll be the most gorgeous bride! I’m so excited to see you on your wedding gown, dear,” Cameron’s mom said, trying to brighten up the mood. I just smiled at her as I take a bite from my food.“Where are you two planning to go for honeymoon—” Cassandra wasn’t even done yet, but me and Cameron firmly s
“Cass!” “I’m holding you! You won’t fall. Just trust me.” “Aren’t we there yet?” “We are! Just few more steps!” Two days passed and today, the bachelors party and bridal shower are happening simultaneously. I’m blindfolded while Cassandra is assisting me. I actually said I don’t want this since I don’t really have friends to go with, but Cassandra won the argument. “We’re here!” “Can I take off the blindfold now?” “Yes!” I took it off and blinked for a few times. “Surprise!” When my vision was cleared, I looked around and saw Irene. “Irene? Why are you here?” “Same question. Why am I here? It’s not like I can decline the offer of the Cassandra Zach.” Cassandra pulled me and Irene closer. “What’s with you two? Aren’t you cousins? Both of you are the only female Harris, you should have been besties!” “Besties? Yeah, right. More like mortal enemies,” I said. “Come on! Forget the past and try to build a friendship! The three of us would be besties from now on!” “I can’t belie
I booked another room where Cassandra could sleep. After I put her to bed, I decided to take a stroll on the hotel to calm myself down. Irene really doesn’t know how to take a break. How could aunt Gianna have a daughter like her? She’ really too different compared to her mother. I walked out of the room, but I suddenly saw Cameron on the hallway. “Oh? Why are you here?” I asked when I approached him. Oh, gosh, seeing him doesn’t help me cool down from my desires. “The bachelors party was being held there.” He points at the room on the other end of the hallway. “How about you? Is the bridal shower also held here?” “Yeah, it’s right there.” I pointed out the room. There was an awkward silence between us for a few seconds. Why is it so awkward? Oh gosh, why is it so hot in here? “Cassandra is sleeping inside this room. She passed out.” “Are you drunk?” “No, I’m just tipsy but I’m still at my right state of mind.” “Why did you leave the bridal shower?” “U-Uh, it’s getting messy i
“So, I was right... there were girls in the party,” I said as I take a bite from my salmon.“I don’t know if Cameron was loyal or was afraid to get punched by your brothers. He didn’t even lay his eyes on the girls,” Kevin jokingly said. “Sylvester didn’t even last five minutes in stopping his urges.”“That’s why I left the room. Good thing I did,” Cameron said and winked at me which made me blush.“I wasn’t even the one who hired those girls. Sylvester really hired them for his self,” Stefano said.“Why? What about you?” I asked.“I left the room after Cameron. I even saw the two of you kissing while entering the room. Then I booked another room for myself and just slept.”“Boring,” Sylvester said while shaking his head.“What about Skyler?! Did you let my baby see that?!”“Baby? He’s old enough to make a baby!” Irene said. I glared at her but she just smiled sarcastically.“I didn’t even get to see the girls arrive. I had to leave to record a song for my upcoming album. I just retur