Noah brought a chair, placed it beside me, and sat on it. He was also looking after his brother."There wasn't any single time that I could remember I had been a good brother or at least treated him in a kind way…" he spoke, breaking the silence between us.I looked at him, and then he continued, "But you know what's ironic? That was despite me obviously despising my own brother, he has always been there for me. He was saving me, protecting me. Even before, since we were young and I wasn't yet aware of his existence, of my real identity, he was already helping me in silence. He always got my back, and though he wasn't getting anything in return, he was always willing to do something for me because he always wanted to see his brother being so well.”I knew it. I have really fallen crazy in love with an absolutely selfless man!"You know what, since then, he's really been there and always ready to save my life from harm or any danger. He never leaves me... Even if his own life would be
SIX MONTHS LATER... "Long live the newlyweds!" "Best wishes!" Everyone cheered and applauded after Trey and I were declared husband and wife. He lifted my veil to kiss me and I responded eagerly as I wrapped my arms around his neck. Everybody was happy for the both of us and they wished us a healthier and abundant marriage, most especially the Gregoris—Trey's parents, cousins, and even his brother, Noah. "Congratulations, lovebirds! Remember our deal? You're going to spend the rest of your lives making each other happy every single day, okay?" He reminded us. Both Trey and I nodded sincerely. Above everyone in the celebration hall, the two of us were the happiest ones. Genuinely happy that finally we were able to turn our dreams into reality. He tapped Trey's shoulder and they gave each other a warm brotherly hug. "Thank you so much, Noah. Thank you for understanding and thanks for giving way for our true happiness," I said from the bottom of my heart. And for the last time,
(Camila's POV)Noah trailed hot kisses on my neck, his hand fiercely caressed my thigh, and lifted the hem of my short sexy nightgown, making me gasp for air. Those wet, sensuous lips traced my sensitive skin, leaving love bites all over.I encircled his nape with my arms and savored all of his touches. Making out with him always brought me different kinds of pleasure because of how wonderful and tempting it was."Noah!" I moaned his name."I wanted no one but you, Camila..." he whispered, leaving my earlobe a soft bite.All I could manage to do was sharply close my eyes and take a forceful deep breath. He was driving me so insane I couldn't help but run out of air!"I always wanted you… Only you, my Noah…"I ran my other hand down his chest to his abdomen and felt his abs against my skin. Holy crap, it felt so good that it turned me on, and longed for more!He was topless above me while we were in bed making out. I was resting beneath his muscular body, wearing thin black sexy, darin
If only I could turn back time, I would've never let him leave by my side…I let out a sigh when I heard the car stop in front of the school gate.Before leaving, I gave myself one last check in the mirror. This is it. After five long years of mourning and hiding away from the world, suffering a devastating loss when the man I loved died, I have now decided to go back to school.I looked at the gate and the buildings inside it. A part of me was missing going to the hallways, sharing laughter with friends, and especially walking with Noah after classes, and then we would go to food courts to bond and date while doing our assignments together…In addition, a part of me was afraid thinking what if I wouldn't do it this time? What if I wouldn't succeed anymore? Now that he was no longer here and the people from our batchmates had already finished their courses.Things have never been the same since the last time I remember I stepped foot in this place. This school used to bring back so ma
I sat in an indoor arena bleacher after running away from that firsthand embarrassment I just had experienced.After today's shame, I felt so small. I mistook someone to be my late fiance when all along I knew that it was impossible for Noah to return back to life since he was gone for five years now.Remembering how I lost him that one horrible afternoon stung my heart over and over. I suggested a week before the wedding that we take a trip to the beach together to celebrate our upcoming nuptials and the fact that, as husband and wife, we would then be free to travel anywhere we wanted. That was my only wish for the last few days that I was his girlfriend I was so excited about becoming his wife, and it was also my biggest mistake. Perhaps he would still be here with me right now and alive if I hadn't been so insistent.I was busy grilling for our snacks when he went sailing alone. He was strong and loved beach activities, so I was sure he would be safe, without knowing that that wou
After placing my order at the counter, I walked with my food tray to the first available seat I saw. Settling in, I began to eat.I really never mind eating alone. Some people might raise their eyebrows and glance at me warily at first, but then they'll shrug and return to what they were doing. Not an issue for me. I have no friends, and I don't care if people would think I'm a loner."I have not yet finished my assignment. Can you let me borrow yours later, my dear beautiful cousin, Barbara?""Sure, dear. You can.""That's it! Thanks! You're really a life savior, and I love you!"The girl chuckled."Come on, Jude! Stop taking advantage of Barbara's kindness! It's f*cking annoying!"Their group laughed and grinned.I looked at the Gregoris, and as usual, every time they were around, people would glance their way and would admire them. They are cool and a bit loud when walking and talking.Yeah, I could not even blame our schoolmates. They really appear to be cool people. All five of t
"Camila?"I glanced at the person who called my name while I was walking alone in the corridor one morning.It's been a week since I went back to schooling, and so far I could say I gradually adjusted somehow…The middle-aged woman with graded eyeglasses was smiling at me and seemed to be following behind me all the while.She appeared somewhat familiar.In order for me to recall her clearly, I stared at her longer.She was smiling as she cut our distance."Camila? It's really you! I thought it was only a rumor when I heard you're back in the university."As she was near me, with her smiling, genuine face and almost motherly eyes, I ultimately recognized her."Mrs. Alcantara?"She nodded. "Yes. I'm glad you still remember me, my dear!"I was so happy to see her again. "Mrs. Alcantara!"She hugged me, and I hugged her, too.Mrs. Helena Alcantara was once a professor of mine and Noah's in one of our subjects years back. And we were both close to her. She was almost like a mother to both
"Bend your knees a little more. Yes, like that!"Physical Education class was ongoing, and I was one of the students in the gym learning and playing Volleyball for grades."Camila, your turn. Step forward and face the net."I followed the coach's instructions. I went in front of the net, bent my knees, and when the ball was thrown at me, I hit it on-point within the enemy's court enough to gain a score."That's right. Very good. Next!"I stepped back and let my other classmates do their turns of tries, too.After some warm-up, our coach let us practice and do some friendly plays court to court. She excused herself and said she had to attend to some urgency in the office, so she left us for a while, and we used our time to play.I belonged to a team, and we were eager to score every now and then against the opponent's court.Took my turn to be my team's server, I positioned myself to the server's point, ready to give it a hit, when suddenly my attention was drawn to where some of my cl