MasukI decided to sunbathe that afternoon after swimming in the sea. The sun wasn't too harsh, and its rays felt warm. I lay down on one of the empty sun loungers and rested there. Because of the gentle sound of the sea and the breeze, I didn't realize I had fallen asleep. I was startled awake when I suddenly felt like someone was watching me. When I opened my eyes, I was shocked to see Cedrick Miguel standing in front of me, blocking my view of the sun. His hands were planted on his hips, his posture rigid, and his gaze burned into me. From his aura and the way he was looking at me, I could sense his anger and irritation as he looked down at me."So here you are, basking in relaxation, without a care for those you left behind in the Capital! I was nearly dying from worry, scouring everywhere for you, and you're here living the best time of your life!" His voice was laced with anger and resentment.I slowly sat up, rubbing my eyes, questioning if this was real. I was stunne
The weight of my heartache was a physical burden as I packed some of my few clothes. I decided to travel and flew south. In times like these, I usually run to the Tamayo's, but this time I couldn't bring myself to go to Santa Lucia. To be honest, I'm still ashamed to face them because of what happened between Inigo and me. Even though Aunt Eleanor had called and told me before, telling me not to worry and that even though Inigo and I are no longer together, she still considers me like her child. She said that she and Jimena aren't angry at me and that I should continue to visit whenever I want or feel like it. I'm happy that they don't hold any grudges against me, but the shame still lingers, and I can't face them, not after what happened with Inigo.I left the capital without telling anyone, not even Cedrick Miguel, and simply emailed my resignation letter to the office. Only Kaycee knows where I am. Although my friend tried to stop me from leaving, I couldn't be swaye
I was walking down the hallway, heading back to the office, when my phone buzzed with a call from Allyssa."Hey! What's up?" I greeted, trying to keep my tone light.But the moment I heard her sobs on the other end of the line, a knot of dread tightened in my stomach. "Hey! What's wrong?" I asked, my voice laced with concern."Gav... Leanna's been taken to the hospital. She... she tried to commit suicide. She slashed her wrists."The words hit me like a physical blow, stealing the air from my lungs. My blood ran cold, and a wave of numbness washed over me, leaving me reeling in shock. "W-Where are you now?" I managed to stammer, my voice barely a whisper."I'm on my way to the hospital," she choked out between sobs."Okay, I'm going there too. Send me the details of which hospital she's at," I said, trying to sound more composed than I felt.Hanging up, I rushed out of the office, driving to the hospital without a word to anyone
It was late afternoon, the office day nearly done, when Leanna's unexpected arrival stunned me. Despite the shock and nervousness I felt that she might cause a scene here in the office, I still faced her and let her in. I expected her to shout and confront me, but she didn't, which surprised me."Can we talk?" Her voice was barely a whisper, laced with a desperate plea that tugged at my heart."S-Sure!" I stammered in response upon seeing her. I immediately left my computer and stood up to guide her to the sofa cushion so we could talk there.I watched her quietly sit on a sofa before I sat on the cushion next to her. Then, to my surprise, she suddenly moved closer to me and reached out for my hands, begging."Please, Gav, I'm begging you, leave Cedrick Miguel to me. I love him so much, and I can't bear the thought of him being with someone else," she pleaded."L-Leanna..." I'd never witnessed her like this, so utterly broken and so consumed by mis
That same night, my father summoned me to come home and talk. Even though I already knew the reason and felt a knot of dread tightening in my stomach, I still went, clinging to the hope that I could explain myself and be understood. Cedrick Miguel insisted on coming with me to explain things, but I refused. I wanted to handle this alone first, hoping my father would believe and understand me. His and Allyssa's opinions meant the world to me.When I got to the house, only Aunt Chelsea, who looked furious, and Dad, with his unreadable expression, were there to meet me."Leanna can't even bear to face you. She's been crying all day. We already know everything. She told us she saw you kissing Cedrick Miguel at their mansion earlier when she visited his parents. How could you do this to your stepsister?" Chelsea spat out, her words hitting me like a slap, each syllable laced with venom."Cedrick Miguel and I have been together for almost two weeks now. I chose
And just as I promised Cedrick Miguel that I would spend my weekend with him, he took me to his yacht, and that's where we spent our weekend. His yacht was complete with crew and amenities for all our needs. We went island hopping, snorkeling, watched the sunrise and sunset and had a romantic dinner date and stargazing on the deck.He was tireless and seemed so thirsty for me when night came. During those two nights together, we made love countless times. Good thing I was taking pills because I remembered that he wasn't using protection in the few times we had been intimate before.I felt his gentle caress on my hair after our passionate lovemaking that night. We were nestled together in bed as my head resting comfortably on his firm chest. It was the last night of our yachting trip, and we would be returning to the capital tomorrow morning. He was always like this after our lovemaking, stroking my hair and sometimes kissing my forehead. Often, he also liked to cuddle,







