Zeb's pov.Dad was not expecting me. I often told him to wait two days before giving him a visit, but today's visit was just sudden and unplanned.He smiled when he saw my car, and as usual, my driver just dropped me off."Dad!" I get near him, and I tap his shoulder.He hugged me tight!"This is a surprise, son! Why didn't you tell me?" Dad asked and he led me into the house. Maybe I just have the right timing because he just finished with his client."Well, I just need to see you. I missed you, though." He laughed silently. He washed his hands and offered something to drink. "How are you doing here, dad?" I asked.."Well and good. People came to realize that this shop is still the best. But of course, your company will always be number one." He said it with a wide and sincere smile.There was a sudden silence between us, but it didn't last."Is there something I can do for you?""Why did you ask, dad?""Zeb, you're my son, and I know you. I know you from head to foot, and I could
Raven's Pov.. "Raven! Are you not done yet? I don't want to be late!" It was Axel who finally decided to attend the party. His plus one is none other than Mommy Carla. My plus one was my dad, while Rhane decided to take mom with him.A complete family but unhappy.I have been standing in front of the mirror looking at my reflection, and I don't know how long I have been standing there.I wore a black backless nightgown with a slip on its side. I tied up my long hair so my shoulder and back will be exposed. I am still pretty, and I think nothing has changed. I put on light make-up so my sad face will at least become more colorful tonight.I smile in front of the mirror and finally put on my high-heeled, black, glassy shoes.I have seen how Axel got amazed as I get downstairs."Wow! You looked so beautiful, Raven! I love seeing you that way.." mommy Carla said, and she kissed me."Thanks, mom, and you too. You look beautiful as ever.""You should look good, Raven.I don't want anyone t
Zeb's pov I could say that the party was successful enough. I have seen how everyone was amazed at how Zebastian Dawson looked. Finally, everyone had seen me. in person and on TV. I already prepared myself for a life in public. I know my father's neighbor is also shocked if they are watching television.For eight years, I never introduced myself. I did everything that I could to hide my real identity. I lived a simple life as an ordinary human. No one knows what I have, no one knows what I can do, and no one knows what I can give.Some just kept their eyes on me and were obviously surprised as I stepped up on the stage.Axel, his mom, Raven's parents, and some of the businessmen who used to humiliate me every time they saw me inside the Dream High companyI drank the wine from the bottom up. I grinned as I remembered how Axel and Raven walked out of the hall. I have seen that, and I should be happy, but why can't I feel any happiness? What I can feel is sadness and madness towards th
Raven's pov.It's been two days since the party. Today is Monday, which means another hectic schedule for everyone.I was expecting Axel to stop me from going to work. I woke up earlier than I usually do so I could leave the house peacefully. I need to do my job. I am assigned there not because I want to see Zeb but because I am thinking about TEMPO's situation. If it's not for Axel, then at least for Mommy Carla and Daddy Mateo, who care about me.I go downstairs, and I am shocked when I see Axel having breakfast."If you will stop me going to work, then at least show that you already backed out of the contract you have signed." I said, and I don't have plans to wait for his words.He madly looked at me and showed me the contract he had signed."What was that all about?" I asked."See the last part for yourself."I took the contract and read it. I couldn't believe it when I read it.There is no way to back out. Once the contract is cancelled by any of us, the company has the right to
Zeb's PovAfter what happened at the party, I decided not to show up or even to talk to Raven. I went to several meetings, but I didn't ask her to come with me, as it says in the contract. I know that there is no way for them to back out, because it was stated on the last part of the contract that once they change their minds, the company has all the rights to sue them.It's been a week, and I have been keeping myself busy. I never answer calls, especially when they are not about business.As my day off came, I decided to just stay home. I know dad will understand because I already told him what happened. I called him, and I heard how proud he was. I should be happy, and that's the only feeling that I should possess, but why can't I feel even a bit of happiness?I know Hattie is also wondering why I don't pay any attention to her calls, her messages, or even at the office. I am not in the mood to talk to anyone."So you are here? " I looked behind me, and I saw Hattie standing right
Raven's Pov"Sorry, dad, I'm late. I'm happy to see you here." I cried as I hugged him.He was patiently waiting for me. While I'm on my way, I feel nervous, thinking that he will not come and meet me."It's okay, Raven. Actually I just arrived 1 minute earlier than you." He smiled at me.He handed me a cloth and a letter."What is this, dad?""That is yours; when we saw you, you had that in your body, and enclosed was that letter. I intend to keep them because I know that this time will come. Now, you need them. It might not give you the exact location of your mom, but I am sure that it will help." Dad said as his tears fell from his eyes."Dad, you should not be crying. Thank you because you keep all this. This will help me a lot to find out who I am." I said as I gripped his hands."I'm sorry, Raven. I'm sorry if we led you into a situation that you don't deserve. My mind had been clouded by your mom's ideas. I loved her so much that I never had the courage to oppose her decisions.
Zebastian's PovThe kiss that I thought I wouldn't do. The kiss that I thought I wouldn't taste anymoreI smiled while looking at Raven out of my office. That is the essence of having her near my office. I can do whatever I want, and no one will stop me.She's lying! I could feel it in the way she kissed me back. I know that Raven still has deep feelings for me. I understand why she will not admit it. She's been tied up in her marriage to Axel. A marriage that has no meaning at all. They don't even have a baby.I closed my eyes thinking about her. Those nights when she's with that jerk!"Hi!" I quickly opened my eyes when I heard a voice from the door.It was Hattie, and obviously she's going home."Hey! What can I do for you?" I asked as I sat straight to face her."It's already five in the afternoon. Are you not going home yet?" She asked.I don't know if I should say yes or no; I know her.She will make her ways to stay."Of course I'm going home. How about you?""Well, I came here
Axel's pov..I am in front of my personal computer, and yet I can't focus on what I am doing. How am I going to do it if I know that my wife is there, just near her ex-boyfriend? The man I used to humiliate.. the man I thought wouldn't go anywhere.. but look at him now? He is such a big shot that none of us expected it to happen.He's a threat! He's the biggest threat in my life now! Raven may change her mind and go with him. But of course I will not let that happen. I did everything to make her stay, and I won't let Zebastian Dawson's return ruin everything.I have almost lost everything just to be sure that she will stay. I gave her everything that she and her family need and want, except for one thing, and that was to have a baby. I am not ready for a bigger family; I want her attention to be mine only. I might be selfish, but that was me, and I don't need to change anything to please anyone.My secretary opened the door."Sir, someone wanted to talk to you.""If it's important, th