“What kind of gift?” Belle glanced behind her shoulder, eyeing Avina. “We had no idea they were married and, how come you said they got a wedding gift from us? We brought nothing but only our suitcases.”
They had no time to shop for any gifts when they arrived in Ferland. They went touring the city, hoping to find Jennet among the crowd. So, the thought of buying her a gift never crossed their minds.
“The Happy Pills, my love.” Avina winked, revealing the truth.
“What?!” Belle was perturbed in her seat. She eyed the three of them, “Whose idea was it?”
“Mine,” Rosey admitted in confidence.
“Why? That’s outrageous and, you know it.” Belle was worried. Very worried.
“It’s not outrageous at all. We’re helping the couple to escalate everything in their relationship.”
“But, why? They’re married and, everything is going fine between them.”
“No, nothing is fine. Hue told us they never made it because Jennet had cold feet in t
“Yes, popcorn of love is popular among couples. We must try it because we are a couple!” Hue clasped his hands and squealed again. Nothing could stop him from getting excited. Jennet drove the vehicle with a dead expression. It was clear that she was not interested in going to the cinema. Or eating the popcorn of love which sounded so childish to her ears. She agreed to go on a date with him because she wanted to be responsible for what happened. And also to make sure he stopped pestering her for any more dates. When they arrived at the cinema, there was a long line at the ticketing booth as people had swarmed the place earlier than them. Jennet had never gone on a date before, so she was awkward within the crowd. Not to mention, standing beside Hue gave her a lot of pressure because not only was he taller than everyone present, he was also so handsome. He, alone, attracted a lot of attention. Sadly, he had no idea about the influence he had when he stood ma
Hue threw himself on her at the sofa and pouted his lips for the long-awaited kiss. However, Jennet covered his mouth. “Give me a minute!” she nagged. Hue stopped for a while. His eyes locked on her brown eyes that looked at him sharply. He saw fear in that pair of eyes. Oddly, he was happy that fear visited her soul. So, he leaned forward, aiming for her luscious lips again. Jennet pushed his jaws and, her body sunk into the sofa. “I don’t want to kiss you in this position!” she cried out loud. “Oh, my bad …” Hue said and moved away from her body. He sat comfortably beside her. His eyes closed and, lips still pouted. Jennet covered her mouth and, her face contorted, trying to hold her laughter that threatened to jump out. Her side was aching too. Her feelings were mixed up like a scrambled egg. She wanted to get mad but, she also wanted to laugh. She couldn’t keep her cool at all. Meeting him changed her life into 360 degrees. “Hon-nay, I yam
The next day at the company Jennet was busy replying to emails from the clients when their department’s manager, Jerome Banner, showed up with a piece of paper. The thirty-five years old man walked towards Jennet and placed the form on top of her desk.“I need your help in getting the names of associates who would like to join the upcoming trip to Country N. The trip is next week.” He said and smiled.Jennet took the paper and read through the content. Then, she raised her face, eyeing him. “Why am I the one who is handling this?” The task was supposed to be done by Mira. However, Jerome wanted her to handle it. Won’t Mira get at her later for taking over the task?Jerome Banner smiled apologetically, “Well, it’s because you’re reliable and you are easy to work with. Plus, I heard you got a ring from Mr Tybelg. Helping me means you’re helping him too.” He winked after glancing at the golde
Luca laughed when her face tightened. “I’m sorry for laughing. You’re just so adorable whenever I see you,” he raised an eyebrow in delight. He continued to adore her awkward mien.Jennet was flustered but, she hid it. She coughed politely to brush away the awkwardness that came to pester her calmness. No one within the company had paid any attention to her. But this man said she was adorable. It would be a lie to say that she was unhappy because she was on cloud nine. Suddenly, Hue’s pouty face came into her mind. The joy that visited her shuffled away in a hurry.“Ahem, it’s unexpected that you would compliment someone like me. I am not as how you pictured me, Luca. You better get it off your head,” she said after she sobered up from the fantasy.Luca played with his glass. “You’re different from the rest of the women I’ve associated with. You’re humble, adorably cute and shy.”
Luca kissed her! No!Luca pulled back a bit, eyeing her wide eyes. His finger caressed her lower lip, “I have always wanted to do that,” he whispered. He leaned towards her again but, she pushed him away.Jennet wiped her mouth hastily as if she had kissed a frog. She wished to flee, to wash her lips because Hue won’t be happy about it if he knew she was kissed by another man. Eh, wait, why did Hue enter the picture now?“Let me out of here!” She cried when the door won’t open when she pushed it. The door was still latched. Luca unfastened her seatbelt and unlatched the door, “Jennet,” he called her name softly. “It’s normal to be frantic after we kissed. I promise to treasure you. So, you don’t have to be on high guard around me.” He leaned his cheek on the steering wheel and smiled, “I, as your boyfriend, will respect your decision if you wish not to make our relationship pub
Jennet inhaled deeply. Gosh, her ears would get all hairy because of his answer. She never agreed to be his woman yet because it would not be going to happen!“Luca, I need to tell you that everything is a misunderstanding. I am-”“I refused to accept any excuse from you. I know you are insecure because of my past relationships. I won’t blame you. But, I am honest about my affections towards you.” Luca butted in with a determined explanation.“But, please listen-”“We’re both not married yet. It’s not a problem between us. Don’t listen to what other people say about us. I am honest. Truly.” Luca continued to stop giving her any room to explain herself.“It’s a misunderstanding!” Jennet cried. “I need to tell you the truth about everything.”“I understand your concern. It was not a misunderstanding from anyone’s side. You’re
Jennet stopped crying. She had not expected to see him burst into tears. That was something that shocked her.Hue ignored the confused look on her face as his eyes roamed her body from top to bottom. “Tell me, had anyone hurt you?” The expression on his face embodied concern. Tears still flow down his cheek like streams.Jennet bit her lips, her thought shuffled. Then, she shook her head, “I’m used to their abuse. But, I could die for real because of you.” She blamed him.Due to the blame, Hue broke into tears again. He sobbed as his body trembled. His handsome face was wet with tears, and he looked so pitiful. Gosh, pity knocked on Jennet's heart.Jennet bit her inner lips, pushing pity away. It was not the right time to ogle his adorable crying face. Just because he had a look that could swoon anybody does not mean he could escape punishment for his wrongdoings. She must pass the judgement on him, at all cost!Hue ra
Growl!A piece of mood-killing music resounded, stunning the couple, and they looked at each other speechlessly. The sound was so loud. It was clear it came from Jennet’s belly. The orchestra team in her belly continued to play the same music, sending alarming news to the husband.Mayday, Hunger had emerged!On reflex, Jennet pushed Hue away from her body. She rolled to her side, back facing him, and covered her red face because embarrassment was laughing at her pitiful state.“Homewrecker…” Hue cursed in his breath as he sat down on the bed. The surprise that took him a moment ago had reverted his eyes to their original colour. His mood had gradually changed to how he was before his fit of madness.“Homewrecker!” He got off the bed, rearranged his messy attire and hair. “Hunger in this house is not to be tolerated. It must be taken down at all cost!” He said, angry at the hunger that befriende