BUT I FELT his warm palm on my arm and snatch the suitcase I was holding. I shut my eyes with anticipation. The truth is, I didn’t want to let go. I wanted him to hold me like this for as long as possible. But I was hurt. I was devastated and humiliated. I wanted to stay in his arms, but I just can’t.
“I have to go,” I barely whisper to him and snatch my bag from his grip.
I could feel his rejection of what I said and some violent breathing before speaking.
“I’ll drive you home,” he finally said.
I smirked. “You don’t have to. I can go alone, and I don’t need your help!” I shouted. I also tried to pull my arm away from him, but I only got weaker.
“Let’s talk. There’s something you need to know.”
I chuckled. “What do I need to know? I heard everything I needed to know last night. It’s clear to me. So stop making excuses, Mr. Saavedra,” I expelled angrily.
He let out a sigh and looked at me for a long moment, then shook his head.
“MARGAUX, IT’S GOOD that you came. We’re all worried about you,” Julia told me with so much concern. “Yes, it looks like alcohol was bad for you in the past, ah?” Allysa groaned as Julia stopped her by tapping her at the shoulder. “Are you okay?” Samantha asked while keeping her eyes on her cellphone. “I’m okay, thank you,” I shyly said, both cheeks turned red with embarrassment because of the full attention they gave me. I also saw Cindy and Carrick coming with Elliesse and Lawrence. I didn’t want our eyes to meet this time, so I just decided to avert my gaze. “Everything is here, come on!” William shouted before pulling his girlfriend Allysa to a mini-boat to board a yacht not far away. One by one, we boarded the yacht that Lawrence allegedly owned. I just shook my head at what I found out. If I only knew, I would not have come and just went straight home. We stayed in the room reserved for us because the yacht was so big tha
I WAS SUDDENLY startled when someone stands next to me. My eyes instantly turned to my side, which made me gasped. “Are you done eating?” he asked me softly. “I lost my appetite,” I mumbled, looking back at sea. My heart violently raised as he bowed to the railings where I was holding. He leaned closer into my side and looked intently to my eyes. I was stunned from standing. I thought I could meet his stares, but my eyes remained on the strong waves. He let out a heavy sighed that sent a shiver down my bones. I tightened my grip on the railings because any moment now, I might fall off the curb. “Maybe Elliesse is looking for you,” I said to Lawrence after a long moment of silence. “She’s taking some rest at her cabin.” I smiled bitterly. “That’s why you are here,” I sarcastically said. He did not answer, but I heard his violent sigh next to me. “Margaux,” he started in a softer voice. But I chose
“WHAT DO YOU mean?” I asked with furrowed brows. “You are a good actress, asking and begging for the sympathy of everyone knowing that the evil side is within you,” she fearlessly added. She now stood beside my bed with crossed arms. “I don’t know what you’re talking about.” I remained calm and composed. “You pretended to be Lawrence’s girlfriend and acting like a real one. How was that?” Her gaze deepened on me. “Now he wins me back, so here you are now, chasing after him as if you were an official!” I swallowed the thunder forming in my heart. She already knows the truth. What should I say? “Oh? Why can’t you speak now?” I looked at her with disgust. “If you’re here to fight, you can get out because I don’t have time for that.” “No. I don’t stomp down to your level. I just want you to know who I am in Lawrence’s life and where you should be!” Her voice was full of sarcasm. I chuckled lightly, causing her face
AS SOON AS I entered my car, my cellphone rang. But before I could answer it, the call ended. I put the handbag on the shotgun seat before starting the engine, but my cellphone rang again. I took it quickly to answer, but I did not move when I saw Lawrence’s name come out. My pounding heart is almost choking me. The familiar pain hit my nerve unexpectedly. I stared at my phone for a beat second, not knowing if the call would be answered or not. I drew out a breath and decided to turn off my phone. I want him out of my system, and I can only do that when I can completely avoid him. I drove quietly home, but my forehead furrowed when I saw the familiar car parked opposite our house. I was in the car for a few more minutes while staring at the car in front of me. “This can’t be happening . . .” I shook my head repeatedly. I crouched down on the steering wheel and tried to calm my submissive heart. Eventuall
“ENJOYING THE COLD and breezy night,” he said casually. “Damn it! Stop playing around, Mr. Saavedra!” I scolded and shot him a disgusted look. “I’m not here to play games with you, Margaux. I’m just here to apologize.” I just ignored him and quickly turned around to get out of the water. I picked up my clothes one by one. “Please, Margaux, let’s talk.” He stopped my arm. I shut my eyes firmly. The night air filled my chest before I turned to him. I had prepared my sigh and kicked him out of the mansion, but my lips felt his. I blink, closed my eyes, and blink again. He’s wearing nothing but black boxer shorts. Water from his dark hair is dripping on the textile and slowly runs down to his broad shoulders. I stared for a moment with admiration. His strong chin, hanging jowls, slack mouth, and neck muscles were his drumhead tight. He looked like hell. All of it can easily bring me down. Easily. Even though I didn’t want t
“GOOD MORNING!” HE greeted me with a hottie smiled on his face. I glanced at some of the staff he was talking to, who were scrambling to leave in front of me before looking back at him. I simply nod, subtly cross my arms across my chest and try my best to act normal. “What can I do for you, Mr. Saavedra?” I ask. His dark eyes lock with mine. He looks even better when I’m this close. I sighed and quickly averted my eyes. “Your dad called me early this morning and asked me to help you out for the party,” he said in a serious tone. I scoffed and let my eyes wandered around and end to his deep-set eyes. “As you can see, everything is in order. Your staff is really hard-working, so you don’t have to watch them anymore,” I stated. “Margaux—” I hold up my hands to cut him off. “Mr. Saavedra, I’ll just call you if there is a problem. Maybe you understand what I want to happen?” He did not answer; only the sloe-e
CARS WERE ALREADY lined up in the hotel parking space when I arrived. I’m wearing a white halter dress, matching with my silvery purse and my half-inch stilettos. I went straight to the main door, where the entire function hall was almost filled with selected guests. From here, I could see Mom and Dad, so I quickly approached them. “Mom, Dad!” I kissed them both on the cheek and hugged them slightly. “Where have you been, hija? You’re late.” Dad asked me in a baritone voice. “We thought you weren’t going to attend the party. We’re worried about you. We’ve been calling your cellphone.” Mom added, “I’m very sorry.” I apologized. “The important thing is you’re here. And before I forgot, your friends are already here. They were looking for you earlier.” Dad nods in their direction. I smile widely because Julia, Samantha, and Ally are already there. Even the boys are complete—Jocko, Santino, William, and Jeremy. Cindy and Ca
I WOKE UP early Monday to prepare for my maternity checkup with an ob-gyn. I simply bun my hair into a half braid. A little make-up and lip tint are also applied to improve my simplicity. I was also wearing a basic red shoulder strap with flat shoes. I smiled when I heard the doorbell rang from outside the door. I pulled my sling bag vigorously and quickly opened the door. “Peter?!” I suddenly paused for a bit seconds. “Oh, hi!” The shock was undeniable in my voice. I know he’s the one behind the door, but when I saw how handsome he is today, I feel like I have been blank for a while. He stood in the doorway, wearing a huge smile on his face. “Are you ready?” I blink my eyes and nod. “Can I have your hand please, beautiful lady?” he extended his arm to reach mine, which I freely gave. I couldn’t help but laugh at his gesture, and I find him cute. He offered me to see a gynecologist because he said he knew a doctor who c