“G-Gabriel?” Evina uttered in disbelief. It didn’t matter to her anymore if she called him by his first name in the board of directors meeting.Gabriel was still standing tall, opposing the Chairman, his father, in front of everybody. His nostrils were flaring. But he managed to keep his calm and still acted in a civilized manner.The other directors’ jaws dropped in bewilderment at the CEO’s horrendous action. They have known Gabriel as one who was collected and unperturbed, even when things were going haywire.It was fortunate of them that there was a pitcher of cold water and glasses. Some directors quickly grab one in an effort to moisten their throats and make things less awkward.The Chairman, Gabriel, Evina and the directors were all in the same room, supposedly to discuss a merge between their companies.But it seemed that it would not be feasible. The Chairman declared his outright defiance against the CEO of

“I won! Now you have to grant me a wish,” Evina boisterously reacted with her fist in the air.Her feet jumped up from the sofa and flashed a warm smile at her father. William scratched his head as he shrugged his shoulders.They were playing chess after dinner while Maria and Simon washed the dishes. Evina decided to take this opportunity to ask him to meet up with Chairman Yang.Though, she has no idea if he would agree with it or not.“All right. What is it that you want?” William sighed, giving in to the whims of her daughter.He then put back the chess pieces to their case. A grin made its way to his face.Evina drew in a deep breath. She knew this would not be easy.After The Elysian Inc cast him out, he runs away and never lets anyone see his face again. How would she make him show up again?She picked up a huge throw pillow and embraced it as she contemplated how to open up.“I went

Chairman Yang paced back and forth at the floor. His hand flew to rub his neck as he checked on his watch. He was already an hour late. “Did he opt to back out at the last minute?” He sneered. He has been waiting for him inside the car. But since it was taking him a long time, he decided to get out of the car and wait for him outside. “I did not,” A voice behind him replied. Chairman Yang turned to his back and saw William approaching him. He chose to meet up at the first office of The Elysian Inc. Building. It was part of a shabby commercial complex then. But now it deteriorated to extinction as there were no tenants left in the place. Instead, it was an old abandoned building filled with exposed pipes and loops of loose wiring hanging through holes in the ceiling and torn-up flooring. He wanted him to be reminded of their good memories that he destroyed. With a sarcastic smile on his face, he smirked as William walked towards him. He

The characters in the movie were so hilarious, Evina couldn’t help but laugh hysterically. To her surprise, Gabriel laughed along with her. Evina was stunned. She has never seen Gabriel laugh that hard before. “I didn’t know you have a funny bone under your sleeves, sir,” she elbowed him with enthusiasm radiating in her face. Then she rubbed his arm in a loving manner and smiled at him. They were both in the movie house as they awaited the outcome of the meeting of their fathers. It was already getting dark outside the mall that they were at. Some of them were already on their way to restaurants or fast dining to have their dinner. But the two lovers decided to stay and enjoy the time that they missed while they were away from each other’s arms. Even during the time they were a couple five years ago, they weren’t able to have a proper date. Most of the time they were at the office or at the fields doing their jobs. And

Evina felt her blood boil to its highest degree. She has already forgotten how it feels like to be this angry with someone.How could this man have his father’s watch? He also attacked her and Gabriel!She heard the man snickered as his chest heaved up and down. It was as if he was amused at her rampage.“You’re still as smart as ever, Evina. I am not surprised,” the attacker uttered behind his tortoiseshell.Evina’s eyes widened as her lips turned pallid white. How could he know her name?Was he after her, and not Gabriel? Her lips trembled as her hand reached for Gabriel.To her surprise, Gabriel pulled away from her.Her forehead scrunched as she thought about the sudden change in his affection.To her surprise, Gabriel walked to the attacker at breakneck speed and pinned him back to the car.“Who are you?” He growled as he forcefully removed his hood from his face. It was fas