LOGINFor almost a quarter of the way through the tail, Pandora's eyes were always on the man beside her. Glancing at Kingston. Remembering how he didn't say much even when they were saying goodbye to Chris who suddenly left the room. Chris was probably distracted by the faint noise. Until Pandora felt uncomfortable, she felt Kingston was being too cold, even though her father didn't mind responding to anything Pandora said—even saying she was sorry about Kingston getting into the car first. It was
We have to go....When Kingston said those words, Pandora should have known... she wouldn’t be given much time to simply avoid the situation. She’d already put up a lot of resistance, but the man was a master negotiator.“It’s spring now, Pandora.”“You’ll be marrying me soon.”“I’ll let you work, as long as you’re still very angry. But that’s only while you’re still angry. I know you haven’t forgiven me yet. It’s fine, and I don’t mind. At least you’re willing to do what Aceli asked.”All this was said while Aceli slept in Pandora’s lap. Meanwhile, Anna had already gone into the dorm first after Kingston had held Pandora back to stay in the car. There was no reason for Anna to interfere in such an important matter. It was better that way so that Pandora and Kingston could find a solution together.“If you know I’m still angry, then let me get out.”Kingston might have often noticed Pandora deliberately breathing heavily. But there was no escape as long a
A promise had already been declared the most important thing here. If spoken words could be taken back, Pandora would never have given Aceli hope, just like the irises of the eyes gazing at Pandora with a sparkle.“Sister Panda, you’ll do it, right? You'll forgive daddy?”“Yes. Of course.”The corners of Pandora’s lips curved bitterly. She might forgive Kingston on Aceli’s behalf, but to truly accept him completely—Pandora still needed a long time.“Thank you, Sister Panda.”Aceli’s sweet gesture of wrapping her arms around Pandora’s neck indirectly drew her gaze toward Kingston. The attention was so intense that the adoring gaze, too deep, slightly overwhelmed Pandora’s feelings. She wondered why Kingston had to show his interest in such a way.“Does Aceli want some cake?”The best way to avoid any fluttering in her chest and clear away the source of her unease was to end Aceli’s touch.Pandora gave her a small bite. Aceli accepted it with full enthu
“Enjoy your meal, Sir....”With those words and a faint smile, Pandora stepped back. She was about to leave the hustle and bustle of the restaurant’s busy service. Her gaze happened to catch the flow of people just as a man appeared, head bowed—focused on guiding those small steps through the doorway.Something different. A magical sight that was a new look for the two of them. Pandora was transfixed for a moment. She saw Aceli as a little princess in a sparkling white dress. There was a crown on her head and her hair was neatly bunched up, with beads adorning it to add a luxurious touch, making her innocent face look so radiant.One more thing....Pandora’s attention fell on the man in a matching shirt and a suit that stood in stark contrast. Kingston’s haircut and the way he combed it back gave him a fresh look, especially the clean shave along his jawline—a signature part of his style.For nearly three days, Pandora had felt hopeless, but Kingston’s appearance
“Due to various commitments, Mr. Zade, the instructor for the Dramaturgy course, will be in Sydney for the next three months. Therefore, I will be filling in for him for the time being.”“We use a rotating schedule.”“I will teach for the first three months until the midterm exam, and then Mr. Zade will resume teaching the course until the final exam.” “There are no different rules in my class compared to Mr. Zade’s. 30% of the grade comes from each exam, 30% from assignments, and 10% from attendance.”“If you’re absent more than three times without a note or any excuse, I won’t allow you to take the exam. And that means you’re guaranteed not to pass. You’ll have to retake the course next semester.”For the first time, Pandora couldn’t focus properly while Mr. Lee was at the front of the class. He was explaining the course rules at the start of the session with the monitor screen already on.Her body and gaze were indeed in a room filled with several people,
“Why are you staring at me like that?”Pandora set down the glass of ice in her hand, puzzled by Anna’s intense gaze fixed on her.“It’s nothing. I was just thinking about Mr. Nolan, who’s dying of thirst, while you’re here happily sipping a glass of coconut water without a shred of guilt.”Should Anna have spoken so bluntly? Her words made it seem as though Pandora were the cruelest one, while Anna had no idea what or why—since Pandora had only told half the truth, never able to voice the real reason behind this outburst.“He’s not clueless about what to do when he’s thirsty and hungry. He could go home or buy something he needs.”“That’s not the issue, Panda. But don’t you see Mr. Nolan was willing to wait for you all night? Are you sure you still don’t want to forgive him?”For whatever reason, no one could describe Pandora’s feelings up until the moment she had never actually stopped thinking about what decision she could make. Just as she called this the
“Are you sure you don’t want to come with me?”“No, Marco. I can make it home on my own.”Pandora gave a faint smile as Marco, her coworker on the night shift, finished locking up the restaurant, which had stayed open an hour longer than usual.“But it’s really late,” Marco said, tucking a few keys into his pants pocket.“It’s okay. I’m used to it. Besides, it’s only about 300 meters from here to the dorm.”“Still, you’ll have to walk. No arguments, Pandora. I’m taking you home.”“No. Did you forget the last time you walked me home? It really made Aluna angry. I don’t want that to happen again. Your house isn’t on the way either.”It was enough that Pandora had been the reason why Marco... hadn’t been focused at work the other day. The man had to overcome his tendencies and stand his ground with his girlfriend because of one major bout of jealousy.“She already understands that you’re my coworker.”“Is that so?” Pandora nodded, but no longer... sh
"Are we stopping here?" The lake before Pandora lay still. A location where she had no idea Kingston would halt their journey and tie the horses under a tree. Pandora glanced around the forest. There was no one. It was quiet. Deserted. The two were quiet amongst the serenity of the lake.
Early in the morning the sound of horseshoes stomped loudly, drawing Pandora's attention to peek out from her open balcony. She clung to the guardrail. It was a rare sight—something Pandora almost never thought was happening. Kingston's and Aceli's bodies shook in the midst of horseback riding.
"Sister Panda, I'm bored. Why doesn't Daddy still want to open the door? I want to see him...." Aceli complained disinterestedly, leaning against the railing of the stairs while playing with her stuffed pony, which she said was given to her by Kingston. She often looked glum as she looked up at t
"Where is Aceli, Miss?" Pandora frowned as Helios' voice suddenly entered the kitchen and startled her. She turned to find him beginning to pace slowly. "Aceli is in my room. Asleep." Satiated. Sat up for a while. Falling asleep. That's what happened to Aceli after adding three mor







