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Emilly, Thompson.

"I heard the driver's voice say, 'Miss, we're here.'" With a small smile, I handed him the payment and gave him an extra tip before stepping out of the car. I was filled with immense joy because tomorrow is mine and my boyfriend's third anniversary, and I had decided to surprise him with a visit. He had no clue that I had traveled all the way from New York to Manhattan just to see him. Some might call me crazy for taking such a risk for a guy, but when you experience love someday, you'll understand. Maintaining a three-year relationship is not easy, especially in a time when relationships and marriages often fail. I am grateful that we have managed to stay faithful to each other. My name used to be Emily Jackson, but now I go by Emily Thompson. My life was once a happy family with my real parents until they tragically passed away in an accident when I was twelve, thirteen years ago. I was devastated, thinking my world had come to an end. However, my best friend Jessica's parents legally adopted me as their own daughter, and from that day forward, I was treated like a real princess in their prestigious and influential family. I will forever be thankful to them for taking me in. As I stood in front of the Mavis hotel in Manhattan, I smiled once again, filled with happiness. Just as I was about to grab my bag and the gift box I had prepared for my boyfriend Xavier, my phone started ringing.

I greeted Brandon with excitement as soon as I picked up his call. Brandon is my older brother, well, I consider him my brother since I am already a part of the family, right? Our family consists of our parents, Brandon, Janet who is right after him, Jessica who used to be my best friend but is now like a sister, and lastly, me.

"Where are you?" he asked angrily.

"In Manhattan," I truthfully replied. The fact that he sounded that way meant that he already knew where I was. It wouldn't benefit me to lie.

Brandon has always been a sweet, protective, and caring brother, but sometimes he can be annoying. He is always protective and possessive.

"To see that bastard again?" he cursed, causing me to roll my eyes at his comment.

"He's not a bastard, Brandon. He has a name. Besides, it's going to be our anniversary tomorrow," I whined.

He never liked Xavier at all. In fact, he despises him. He always complains about him and tells me that he doesn't love me, but only uses me.

I know why he keeps saying that though. I am the reason Xavier has come this far. He got a well-paid job, all thanks to me. If he truly was taking advantage of my feelings, he would have broken up with me a long time ago, especially after landing the highest-paying job in the country. There is no way he would have stayed with me for this long.

"After tomorrow, come back home. I don't want you spending another night over there," he said.

"No, I'm going to spend at least two weeks with him. Furthermore, my dad has given me his permission," I grumbled, even though he couldn't see me.

"Don't make me cancel your credit card, Emily!" he threatened.

"But I-"

"Fred is getting married tomorrow, and you have to be there," he insisted.

Fred is just one of his friends, not even a close friend. I don't understand why he's forcing me to go so badly.

"I don't have to attend his wedding! You're not the one getting married, Brandon!" I complained.

"Be there tomorrow. Don't make me do something drastic..." he threatened before ending the call.

I let out a frustrated sigh and grabbed my luggage before entering the hotel.

I tried calling Xavier, but he wasn't answering.

That's strange. It's unlike him. He always answers my calls right away. I wonder what went wrong today.

I tried calling him again for the second time, but he still didn't pick up.

As I looked around, hoping to catch a glimpse of him since he wasn't answering his calls, my eyes nearly popped out of my head at the sight in front of me.

Sonia?!

My heart started beating faster. What is she doing here?

Sonia is my best friend. We've been friends with Jessica since elementary school. We're like the three musketeers!

In fact, we spoke on the phone this morning, and she told me she would be staying with her grandma in Paris for two weeks.

Is this her grandmother's house? Is this her so-called Paris?

I followed her with my eyes as she continued to talk to someone nearby.

She stood in front of the lift, still with the phone in her ear. The lift opens, showing Xavier's face and...... My goodness!

They just kissed!!!

The gift box in my hand fell and I don't even care about that right now. I was waiting for them to stop lip-locking but they won't. They keep kissing as they entered the lift together.

Before it could close, I ran as fastly as I could and placed my hand in between, stopping it from closing.

They both saw me and Xavier's eyes widened in horror. "Em... Emily?!!!"

He looked scared.

Well, I still can't say but this bitch right here didn't look remorseful one bit for her action.

Did she not realize I just caught her with my boyfriend?

"How are you here?" She asked in a bitchy and nonchalant tone.

The fact that she looks so calm and unbothered right now is making me boil in anger from within but, I'm trying so hard to control myself from bursting out.

"Is that question for me or, should it be directed to you? Is this your grandmother's house? Is this the Paris you told me you'll be going to?" I question back in a cold tone.

She rolled her eyes and I walked in the lift with them. The atmosphere all of a sudden becomes dry and awkward.

Well... I believe that's for Xavier because, as for Sonia, she looks too relaxed for my liking.

"For how long has this been going on behind my back?" I asked, going straight to the point.

"2 years and two months" Sonia answered bluntly again.

"Sonia, please..." Xavier attempted to caution her against speaking.

After 10 months of agreeing to be his girlfriend?! I can't believe this has been happening right under my nose.

"Why are you trying to stop me from speaking? Besides, you never liked her. You've only been with her because of her connections. And now that you've secured the highest position in this company, you don't need her anymore." My chest ached as she uttered those words.

Brandon has always been right about this deceitful Xavier!

"Em... Emily, I... It's not what-"

"Congratulations to both of you. And Xavier, we're finished! It's over between us!"

"Emily, we can discuss this, okay? We can ta-"

"Sonia, you are one of the best friends I've ever had." I turned towards her and delivered a forceful slap across her face, catching her off guard. "You must have taken me for a fool all these years," I added, with a fake smile on my face.

"Emily, let's talk about this, okay? You need to understand that-"

"Stop making her feel so important, Xavier. Just tell her that we're already expecting our first child. She needs to know her boundaries now," she interrupted and hissed.

"What?!!"

"Yes! You heard me correctly. I'm pregnant with his child."

I gazed into her eyes and all I could see now was anger and hatred. I can't believe I used to consider her my best friend.

She was an enemy in disguise.

I have always had strong feelings for her, and this is how she chooses to repay me after all the things I have done for her - I thought to myself. At that moment, the elevator doors opened.

Xavier seemed unsure about leaving, but I gestured for them to go ahead.

It's surprising that I am feeling so calm about the whole situation. The Emily I know would have caused a scene, so why am I not bothered? I am hurt, but I can't seem to find the tears.

Why is that?

Just as Sonia was about to step out of the elevator, I forcefully pushed her from behind, causing her to fall roughly onto the floor.

She was in pain and groaning on the floor, but I couldn't care less!

"I hope she dies!"