CHAPTER 25

"Thanks for your honest answer. At least, now I know that I am not actually the one for you," I said in a low voice.

I felt a sudden tightness in my chest and a pain in my heart.

It's a bummer! I was brave enough to get hurt.

It's really risky what I asked.

"By the way, join me tomorrow," he casually said as if he didn't hurt my feelings.

But he is not aware of that.

It's scary to tell him that I like him, that I love him because I already know what he will answer.

I might just get hurt even more.

"Where?" I managed to ask.

"At the party tomorrow night. There is a new fashion clothing line opening here in the Philippines. I told you last time. We will be the ones who will supply the fabrics they will use. And as one of the elite in the business world and as their business partner, I am one of the guests. I don't want to go there without a date. So, can you?"

I just forced myself to nod. "Alright, there's no problem with me," I replied.

"Good. For now, let's rest. You worked so hard ea