As soon as I reached my apartment, I got out with the folder on my side. Popping the keys in the knob of my apartment, the door opened with a faint creak. I slid onto my slippers and went over to the kitchen for a cold drink. I placed the black folder on the countertop before opening my fridge to fetch a glass of water. I drank from the glass and glanced down at the sealed folder. Upon opening it and turning the pages, I furrowed my brows when I saw the ID picture attached to the paper. “Zakael Dela Priego,” I read the name of my supposed client. I couldn't believe it's him. Is Aunt Ruby playing with me? Is this what she meant by “He's a hottie?” I scanned the papers and saw his address and all the important information about the man. Zakael Dela Priego will soon be handling their family business, the Dela Priego Real Estate. He is now working alongside his father, the current President of DPRE. Zakael also owns his own restaurant. I couldn’t help but raise a brow, “So, he’s a bus
The moment I left my client’s mansion, I got in my car and drove straight to Clementine. I got inside the club with a frown on my face upon seeing Wendy waving her hand towards me. Wendy was gesturing to me that I must go behind the counter now. Right, I have to work. I looked around the whole club, but there was not a shadow of Zakael Dela Priego. His father told me Zakael might be at Clementine though. I waited behind the counter as I worked, glancing at the people entering the club from time to time. Where the hell is he? “One Margarita, please.” My head shot up as soon as I heard the familiar voice. The frown was then replaced with a wide grin as I glanced at the face of a friend, it was none other than Miguela Rossi. “Migs.” “Zally,” Miguela said, a smile playing on her lips. I couldn’t help but smile at the nickname Miguela created for me. It’s cringey, but I have grown used to it. “Still alive, huh?” I asked jokingly. I grabbed a cocktail glass and started making Miguela
Are these the people threatening the Dela Priegos? I eyed the rugged jackets and tacky pants. They look like gangsters; they’re also bulky and tan. I saw from my peripheral view that a man pulled something from his jacket. I knew exactly what it was, and before the little fucker could get it from the pocket, I aimed at his hand, and the bullet flew fast the moment I pulled the trigger. A moan escaped the man’s mouth holding his bleeding hand. Both men are down. I squatted in front of the man and looked at his face intently. He seemed like the leader as he was the one giving orders to his friend. The man could only glare at me; his ribs might’ve been broken from the strong kick a while ago. The woman can fight, but the man didn’t look impressed. He looked annoyed while I picked something out of the pocket of his jacket. A smile slowly appeared on my face eyeing the man’s identification card. I turned to the man with the bloody hand and also got his ID. I slid the cards in my back poc
Zakael let out a low grunt when I shoved him to his bed. “Aw!” He cried. My brows knitted as I eyed his curled-up body. So now he can talk? Is he playing with me? “Hey!” I slapped his foot dangling out at the edge of the bed. I saw him smile. “You bastard! You’re awake, and you made it hard for me to carry you here?” I hissed, beyond annoyed at how childish he acts when he’s either drunk or high. “I'm awake but I'm still dizzy.” He explained and sat up in his bed. He caressed his head and blinked. He let out a groan and frowned to himself. Is he just acting or what? I frowned. My eyes roamed around the room. The walls were high and painted darkly. His room was simple but manly; with a flat screen in front of the bed, a tall lamp, and a fluffy carpet. There’s also a black couch on the side and a door, surely that’s the bathroom. I opened his closet, and my eyes feasted on the shades of blue, white, and black clothing. Most of them are corporate clothes, so I just picked out whate
I left Zakael's bedroom to return the first aid kit back where I found it. Afterwards, I carried my luggage up the stairs to the guest room. Zakael told me to pick any room on the second floor as they are all vacant. I had to open every door, and once I found the right room, I quickly laid my things inside and started unpacking my clothes and guns. I got the tape from my bag and began strapping the weapons in some area around the house; in the bathroom, under the bed and tables. It took me a while to do so, and then I decided to go for a shower. The water was warm, and steam started rising inside the shower. My body felt relaxed as I let the water run down my spine. After a couple of minutes, a light knock interrupted my peaceful bath. “Come down for dinner once you’re done.” It was Zakael. I stayed silent, my eyes closed. Then I heard footsteps going away. After a minute, I decided to turn the shower off and come out. I grabbed a towel and wrapped it around my body. I sat on the e
A groan vibrated from my pillow. I blinked before turning to my right side. My eyes widened. It wasn’t a pillow but Zakael’s stomach. I fell asleep beside him—on the carpet of his freaking living room. Wait, what exactly happened last night? I withdrew my gaze from Zakael and glanced over to the clock. My eyes narrowed when I remembered. Damn, we pretty much lazed around yesterday. It’s already morning, and the last thing I could remember was drinking wine with Zakael. Now, look at us sleeping on the carpet. I stood up immediately and decided to go outside for some fresh air. Opening the double door, I took a step outside and inhaled deeply. The cold morning breeze felt good in my lungs, especially with a mild hangover. My phone beeped inside the pocket of my oversized hoodie. A frown reached my dry lips. It was a text message from Miguela. The woman asked how my first day at work was just to annoy me. In the end, Miguela disappeared again. Bad habits really die hard for that woman
Zakael also got out of the car. In front of us were three ladies. One had dark, long hair and she wore a white top and dark skinny jeans. The other blonde got glasses, and she wore a pink sweater and denim pants. Another blonde wore a sparkly dress with a small bag in her grip. “If they aren’t your friends, then who are they?” Zakael asked, eyeing the girls. A nervous laugh escaped my lips once I met Ciara’s eyes. “Az! Great! You’re here. I was calling you, but your phone was off.” Ciara approached us, gracing us with her green, sparkly party dress. The woman was ready to party. I frowned, “I’m on a mission. You can’t be here.” “Oh, come on. You promised we’ll go out and party,” Ciara whined, her tongue clicked in annoyance. “Ciara,” I called in a warning tone. The lady could only smile fakely. When her gaze reached Zakael, she raised a brow. Ciara wore a smirk as she eyed him up and down. I know that look; she’s probably thinking of ways to lure him. “Oh, hello there. I’m Ciar
"Zakael," My eyes widened at his sudden approach. "What are you doing?" I asked, moving my face gently away from his touch. My hands were trapped behind me, holding the edge of the sink in case my knees gave up. I didn't like it, how troubled I am right now. "I'm not doing anything, Azalia." The sound of my name rolling out of his tongue was heavenly. It was my first time hearing him say my name, and it made my legs jelly. It must've been the alcohol. Zakael wasn't smiling playfully, as he normally does when his finger moved to the side of my face. Dark eyes looked at the little strands and slowly tucked them away from my face. "There," He paused, watching me intently. "Beautiful," Without meeting my gaze, Zakael gently pulled my chin up with his fingers, staring at my parted lips of the darkest red. It was as though something was whispering things to him; lean closer. Hence, his lips grew closer, painting a soft brush against my lips. It was slow and agonizing. They barely touche