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34. Emotions
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The Girl Named Mirage 35. Anniversary
' I couldn't take this anymore. 'Nicolo made up his mind. He will face Mirage head on and make her say whatever it is that she's been going through. Not knowing that Mirage, herself, doesn't know what's happening with her.He opened the adjacent door without knocking just to find out that Mirage's room is empty. He checked her closet and bathroom but she's nowhere to be found.His eyes wandered around the room and it fell on the coffee table. He walked towards it and lifted the cover of the tray. The food were untouched.' And now what? 'Frustration, anxiety and worries were eating Nicolo away.He quickly go out of her room just to be nailed on where he stands. He was surprised when he heard a faint sound of a piano. He even close his eyes to confirm that his ears weren't playing tricks on him. He knows where exactly the sound was coming. It sounded melancholic and emotional at the same time. He took one last look at his surroundings before he turned and headed towards the sound.
The Girl Named Mirage 1. It Started with a Goodbye
Belle walks toward Elven who's carrying their 1 year old daughter who's fast asleep. He's looking at the vast ocean in front of him. He seems preoccupied as he doesn't bother to respond when Belle calls his name." Hey babe... "And she planted a kiss on his cheeks." Hello! " she said abruptly and turned away, avoiding his eyes.Her face was reddened as she was surprised by her own gesture. She's embarrassed. It wasn't anything special, just some light peck or small kiss but it still affected her. They were in a 5 year relationship and 2 out of that 5, they were married and blessed with a beautiful daughter. And yet, she still acts like a teenager having a crush!The man didn't seem to react much though, only slightly turning his head and a little smile graced his face. It was a genuine smile with a bit of amusement.She took in the scenery. The sun is shining brightly over the surface of the ocean. The waves are crashing against each other creating a loud sound. The air is cool but n
The Girl Named Mirage 2. Unfortunately
As soon as Belle settled on the bed beside her baby, Elven came with a covered tray filled with food. " Here's our dinner, babe. "He puts the tray on the table beside the bed." Sorry it took so long. I helped a newbie crew at the ship's restaurant to clean his mess. He stumbled and fell due to the rough waves hitting the ship and he got sea sick."Belle smiles a little. She was happy that Elven was there to help someone. But she's getting worried.What if the next wave is going to hit them and all of their belongings will be tossed overboard? She'll never forgive herself if something happens to her baby!Elven has these worries as well but he's just trying to hide it from his wife." Is that so? This rain isn't stopping anytime soon, I guess..."Belle trails her words as she gets up the bed. She doesn't want to sound so worried. " And it's getting heavier... "And as if a cue, a big wave hits the ship and it almost turns over.As they felt the impact, Belle's mother instinct kicked
The Girl Named Mirage 3. Strand of Hope
Elven opened his eyes and then closed it again. The big waves that tipped off the lifeboat where Belle and their baby boarded flashed before his eyes. He abruptly opened them again and jumped off the bed. The surroundings spun and he almost fell on the ground. Luckily someone grabbed his arm. His head hurt so bad. He touches his head only to feel the bandages. The pain is excruciating. He staggered to stand firm." You need to lie down. Your injury isn't a joke, sir. "He recognizes the crew's voice. He's the one who saves him. He didn't want to lay on the bed again so he decided to just sit down. He still holds his head, pain written on his face." Where's my wife and my daughter? Did they find them? Are they okay? "The man in front of him doesn't answer but instead helps him in a sitting position. He obviously tries not to fall down even though he's sitting. Elven leans back and feels more comfortable. He looks at the other people in the room. They were the doctor and the nurses tha
The Girl Named Mirage 4. The Search is Over
Elven wakes up when he realises someone is staring at him. His eyes transfixed to someone who's sitting on the side of the bed. His mother, Leona Sanford." Are you feeling well, son? "She asks and she sounds more like a concerned parent than anything else. He blinks twice and takes a deep breath in and out." We quickly went here when we heard about what happened, dear. "She said and turned to look at his first older sister, Eliana who was standing on the other side of the bed. Elven doesn't realise she's there." You must be so devastated. "Elven heave a deep sigh. What he is feeling right now is unfathomable. He can't even distinguish which pain he's trying to endure more. If it's the seething pain of his head injury or it is the longing for his family. " Son, you need to go to a much bigger hos-""No."Leona was cut mid-sentence by a dead straight no from Elven." Stop being so stubborn! You being here wouldn't make a difference! They must be dead somewhere already! "Eliana sh
The Girl Named Mirage 5. Twisted Fate
Nicolo Esquibel walks out of the mansion because of a heated argument with his grandfather." What the hell is he thinking? "He muttered to himself annoyingly." Sir Nick, wait. Please. "Cris Adams, Nicolo's right hand man follows him in a quicken pace cause his boss' strides were long and quick." Go back, Adams. I want to be alone. "" But, sir. Your grandpa will kill me if I go back without you! "" Huh! That's absurd. Stop poking my conscience, you fool. I don't have one. "Adams paused. He can't help but scratch his head. He knows it's just a bluff but Don Augustus Esquibel scares the wits out of him whenever he's angry. And Sir Nick always makes him mad as hell. ' Do I sin so much in my past life to suffer like this? 'Before he realizes it, Nicolo was out of his sight." Sir Nick! Where are you? Please go back with me, you know how scared I am of your grandpa! "Nicolo gets out of the forest and heads to the shore. He can still hear Adams pleading but he didn't bother. He nee
The Girl Named Mirage 6. Out of Nowhere
Attorney David Mendez arrived at the hospital after one hour. He is one of the cream of the crop lawyers from LE Firm. A well-known law firm based in the United States and branches out in different countries. Atty. Mendez is the current CEO of LE Firm that was based here in the Philippines." Don Augustus. Sir Nicolo. "Attorney Mendez says as he shakes hands with both gentlemen with a thrift and polite smile. " Thank you for coming on such short notice." Nicolo said." It's no trouble, Sir Nick. I understand that this is important. " Attorney Mendez said politely. " I need you to take care of some papers. And I need you to get us permission to fly in the US right now with an emergency patient and her daughter. "" I understand Don Augustus. "Atty. Mendez sits in the waiting area and flips open his laptop and starts typing documents and makes a lot of phone calls through his phone. The lawyer then went to the nurses station and walked back into the waiting area holding some copies
The Girl Named Mirage 7. Familiarity
Esquibel's private plane arrives in the US in no time. They were met by an ambulance owned by the hospital Dr. Travis is working. And Dr. Travis goes out of his way and meets them himself. It’s been a while since anyone has seen him. He looks a bit different than when they last saw each other. His hair is shorter. More mature. He wears eyeglasses, but it’s hard for anyone to tell if he really is older or younger looking at his age, as he is an Esquibel." It's been a while, Don Augustus. "He greeted him politely." Ah, yeah. You're always so busy saving lives that you don't have time to meet your grandpa, Dr. Travis. "Dr. Travis flashed a thrift smile and gave his grandfather a warm hug." I miss you, Gramps. I'm sorry I can't visit you at all. "" I understand, son. I understand. "They break the hug and Cris Adams walks towards them." Excuse me, gentlemen. Dr. Travis, good to see you again. The patients are already in the ambulance, we're ready to go. " " Looking good, Adams. Se
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