Nicole’s POVAfter Mike said that he thinks he loves me. I lost the strength to hold back my tears from streaming down my cheeks. But I could not respond to his words. I did not want to change my mind and take my words back when I told Mike I was going abroad. But his words left a deep impact in my cold and foolish heart. I was worried my sudden disappearance would affect him badly enough to lose focus in his studies. So, I tried to think of ways on how I can protect him in my own and discreet way. I could help him find a better source of income while he was taking his studies in so many ways but I did not want to rub on him the power of money that my family possesses. I am quite sure that without a doubt, once Mike realizes such a move, he would despise my family more than he already does. I was just not ready for that! And I think even if time passes by, I wouldn’t get to prepare my heart to see and find out Mike hates me and my family, despite everything I am doing now is an abs

Mike’s POVI felt so lost after that wild and unforgettable weekend I shared with Nicky for the last time. I knew she would have been so far and practically, literally, or virtually, and whatever just about word that would fit to describe the distance between us just to say she wasn’t within my reach. Near or far.But I couldn’t help feeling so lost and down. I accept everything. I was glad and grateful I got to create friendship and good, if not best, memories with her, and she wasn’t someone I could expect to stick around. She obviously was someone who just happened to swing by in my life, but I think the taste of that joy made me want to greed for more. “Cheer up, man!” Justin handed me a bottle of beer. I mindlessly stared at the fridge where he got that bottle. I noticed it was full of drinks, like this man was expecting someone to come over to his place and have a drinking party with him. I wanted to ask if he was indeed waiting for someone. I was going to leave soon, if that

Time went by…Mike continued his studies. Justin did not leave his side the entire time they were in University. Nicole and Justin’s deal did not push through when Nicole got into an accident but when Justin sent the information that proved Charlie Green’s involvement in the accident, Justin did not reveal himself, but the Parker couple did not let the chance to reward the person who helped them bring the criminal to justice just slip away. As a result, Justin was given a huge sum of money through a cheque that was sent to his mailbox. It took Justin a while to decide if he would turn the cheque into cash because he was waiting for Nicole’s next move regarding their agreement. But when nothing came after two months of waiting, Justin assumed Nicole was not in a condition to keep her end of their deal. Considering she had an accident and according to the information that Justin had gathered, Nicole was still in recovery, including her memory. Mike did not know what happened to Nicole

Mike’s POVThree years had passed. I have been so busy living my life. Not because I needed money to survive. It was mostly because I wanted to keep my mind busy. I could not let my mind wander and think about Nicky, so I made sure my body was exhausted enough to doze off as soon as I lay my head on my pillow at night. As a result, my diligence and perseverance were acknowledged, and I was given more opportunities to get busier. I was asked to do more modeling gigs, fitting my schedules according to my priorities. I might sound crazy, but it felt like fate was somehow trying to lift me up. Because as soon as Nicky declared she would cut ties with me, I was sad, yes, but I tried to understand that we were from two different worlds. Of course, she should not mingle with someone like me, especially when her mom does not agree. So, I wanted to build an identity of my own. I wished to be successful in my endeavors, not to prove to her parents that I could be good for their daughter, bu

Nicole’s POV“Fadz?” I received a message from Fadz, so I excused myself from class and dialed his number to know what was wrong. I wanted to hear him say his reasons because Fadz would not do such a thing unless it were an emergency. “First, I have to apologize that I am at the shopping mall with the young Boss Mac right now,” Fadz answered with urgency. “But we bumped into Mike Wilson. I don’t know why, but Boss Mac wanted to pretend he was lost and ask Mike for help. Boss Mac told me to stay at a distance and keep an eye on him discreetly. When I tried to disobey, he glared at me. I froze in my spot. I have never seen him with such a scary face. Now, he is with Mike Wilson. What do I do, boss?”“Just keep an eye on him,” I answered calmly. “Let’s see what Mac is going to do,” I added. “But what if….?” Fadz asked worriedly. I had an idea of what he was worried about. I know no one is allowed to mention Mike to any of my kids, but it wasn’t because I did not want my babies to kno