HIS WORDS hit my heart so hard that I couldn’t move. I swallowed his word, but my heart didn’t seem to accept it, so I shook repeatedly.
“No, it can’t be happening. You can’t do this, Calix!” I blurted out.
He furrowed his brows and looked at me with dark dispassionate eyes.
“You don’t have to shout. I’m still the boss here,” he said seriously.
My eyes widened, and the resentment in my heart slowly rose. Why would he ever tell me who he is and what I am to him?
“I-I’m sorry,” I utterly said.
I had to bend down and bite my lips hard to stop the tears from falling. So this is it? Is this the answer I was waiting for?
The truth finally spoke up! I endured the pain and swallowed his exact words.
“Look, I don’t want to hurt you, but if this is my only choice, I’d rather tell you the truth so you don’t have any expectations from me.&
“ENOUGH, CHERRY. You might get drunk,” he said seriously.“Come on! You like it, don’t you?! You make me sit here and drink, then you don’t want me to get drunk?!” I bravely pulled out the bottle of vodka from him.He did nothing because I immediately pour the brandy into my glass shot. Gradually, I felt the heat on my cheeks when I drank it. This was how it feels to be drunk, how delicious it feels.“For Calixto and Amanda!” I said aloud with a bitter smile.“Cheers!”“Listen, I don’t want you to get drunk,” he continued. He almost whispered those words to me.“I’m fine, Calixto. Why don’t you just mind your girlfriend instead of me?” I said with my stern lip. I raised my hand to press it to my cheek.His jaw tightened as I did. “I’ll take you home.” He grabbed my wrist.“No, I’ll take her home.&r
“MISS BANAAG, make sure that your dad will take his medicine on time. All fatty foods are prohibited. Fruits, fish, and veggies are better.”I nodded to the attending doctor of my father.“Dad, eat healthy food and have a good lifestyle. Don’t ever come back here,” the doctor said to him with a silly smile on her face.“Thank you, Doc!” Dad smiled at her before the doctor straightened up and faced me again.“Ah, Doc, thank you so much.” I wanted to hug her, but I restrained myself out of embarrassment.“I am just doing my job.” She tapped me on the shoulder before smiling.“I’ll fix your release paper and you can come out anytime. I already talked to Mr. Rexon Del’Torre about this matter.” I noticed that she smiled broadly as she mentioned Rexon’s name. “And he was asking me on a date!” Her lips turn up wide while her cheeks turned red
I LOOKED UP at the large building in front of me. I took off my sunglasses and slightly glanced at the indicated names of the company in front of me, Del’Torre Corporation.I didn’t spare the beauty and modernity of its workmanship. I can say they are very successful in the field of business. Not because he is famous but because of the extent of the business his family has.I winced when I heard my cellphone ring in my pocket.“Where the hell are you?!” I heard a loud voice to me as I answered the call.I brushed up my hair and rolled my eyes before I speak. “Already here,” I said reluctantly.“Good.” Then he turned off the call. Again I blew a violent air into my chest before stepping my feet inside the building.“Good morning, Ma’am! How can I help you?” a receptionist greeted me with a wide smile.“I was about to meet Mr. Rexon Del’Torre?” I politel
IT’S TOO LATE to avoid looking at him because he turned to me before consuming the contents of the glass again.“Let’s go!” he said to me, then put down the glass of wine and pulled his leather jacket from the hanger rack.Jeff, Zach, and Skye went one by one to follow Rexon outside.I stood up and followed them out. But I would have taken a step back when he stopped walking.He was now one step ahead of me since he turned around while his leather jacket was slung over his right shoulder.“Faster!” he said impatiently.I immediately stepped closer to him without saying a word.For Pete’s sake, why did I gave him the power to control me? I couldn’t utter a word to say while we were inside the elevator. It’s not crowded because there were only five of us, but why were Rexon and I almost standing shoulder to shoulder? I could feel every time he releases a deep breath next to me.
I sat alone in a chair that was set back from their table. After telling the staff that I was Rexon’s personal assistant, they asked me to sit here.Today is the launch of their new album, so many fans were flocking to buy Logistic’s limited edition album.The function hall was packed with fans waiting in line to buy an album and have a chance to sign with the band. Unfortunately, the fans I saw outside didn’t get inside because there was limited space in the function hall.If you look at it, the crowd was mostly women. Most of them were teenagers, and the others were still wearing their school uniforms. They also have a different attraction to the youth because of their looks.I shook my head repeatedly. I was starting to get a severe headache. My migraine was getting worse. I also feel dizzy because of the noise and screams of people.I glanced at Rexon, sitting next to the band, smiling at the fans and happily signing the album
“WHAT HAPPENED?” Jeff asked curiously. He stepped closer to us.“Her dad passed away.” His voice seemed powerless as he answered.I saw his limbs tightened due to intense emotions. The man that idolized by many and full of self-confidence suddenly gave up just because of one call.Who’s the lucky girl?I softly asked myself.“Let’s finish this first, so we can be there together,” Skye said to him.He did not answer but went back to his seat.“Where the hell is Dawzon? He’s the one who should be responsible for this. Especially now that he needs her as his wife!” Jeff’s jaw inevitably tightened as he spoke.I remained standing in front of them. My mouth fell open at the conversation I witnessed. Again, I said nothing.“So let’s start this again to finish early,” said Skye, who was already on the drum set.“Okay, l
MY HEARTBEAT was not returning to normal because Rexon was still holding my hand towards the table where the band members were eating.Instead of me taking care of Rexon, he was the one who put the food on my plate.“Thank you,” I whispered.He just shrugged his shoulder and started eating. I had only a few bites when Rexon left for a smoke. He didn’t even move his food.I slowly followed him with my gaze while taking a deep breath.“Hi!” Suddenly, someone sat on the chair in front of me.“Devon!” I said in shock.“How’s your food?” he asked while looking at my plate.“Did you eat already?” I offered my soft smile again.“Yup, in the servant quarters,” he replied.“I thought you had a lunch party?” I frowned at the question.“Yeah, if the book signing ended early. Maybe some other time.”I bare
IT’S BEEN almost a week since Rexon called me for work. I’ve also been fermenting here at home for a week.I want to apply for another job but I can’t. After all, Rexon didn’t give me a regular job.I haven’t talked to Calixto since that night happened at the bar. I also don’t receive any calls or texts from him.Even though I was in pain, I chose to ignore it. Perhaps he isn’t the right guy for me, and I should look for someone else.I want to forget Calixto. I want to bury my feelings for him, no matter how sick and hard it is.What I was worried about was our expenses and medications of my father. I need to find a real new job soon.“Dad, I’m here!” I chirped after buying some groceries for the whole week.But my feet stood still when I saw Calix talking to my father in our living room.“Cherry, your boss Calixto is here!” Dad gave me a big smile.