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9 Kabanata

Chapter 1

"Dad, I'm coming home to Jonkerville. I'll go out on a blind date with that student of yours," I said, utterly dejected as I called Dad while stroking the intimate photo of Mitchell and my sister I'd found in the wallet."That's good. It's been so many years, and you're finally coming home to me. But Gaby, your voice… Did someone make you cry?"Although Dad sounded happy on the phone, he could still tell that something wasn't right with me.I sniffed lightly and tried to sound as lighthearted as possible. "Of course not! I just want to go home to you as soon as possible because I miss you. I was just too overwhelmed with my emotions."I'm sure that your student must be brilliant. I'm wondering what he looks like already. Dad, don't let me down, okay?"Dad chuckled, his voice warm with pride as he replied, "Of course, I'll never let you down. You can trust me to choose only the best for my precious little Gaby."I'll share all of his information with you later. I've already done s

Chapter 2

I turned off the alarm clock when it woke me up at 7:00 am the next day. The smell of something cooking in the kitchen drifted into the room.I turned my head to the side. The pillow next to me hadn't been slept on all night. Apparently, its owner hadn't been home all night either.I grabbed a random cardigan and threw it over my shoulders as I climbed out of bed, still yawning.Mitchell was wearing a couple's apron I'd bought for him in the kitchen, stirring something in a pot. It smelled like chicken stew."You're up, Gaby. Come here and let me give you a morning kiss."I took a step backward and made a protesting sound. "I just woke up and haven't brushed my teeth.""It's not like we haven't kissed without brushing our teeth before. Your hubby's not going to complain about it," he said, referring to himself.He moved toward me again, making me frown and push him away.He then grabbed me by the arm none too lightly, aggravating the wounds on my arm. I cried out in pain as tea

Chapter 3

It was almost the release date for Mitchell's title track for his new album, and he was plenty busy with Isabella over the next few days. He would leave early in the morning and return home late at night, saying he was still perfecting the melody and lyrics with her. Eventually, he stopped coming home altogether.Meanwhile, Isabella kept posting stories on her Instagram every day. There were videos of her strolling on the beach with someone, their fingers intertwined as they held hands, her happily laughing and flying kites with someone, and watching the fireworks at night with someone next to her.I knew that she was doing this on purpose just to show off to me, to rub it in my face, but I didn't care about Mitchell anymore.Before leaving Havenridge, I sold my most prized possession, my original song and lyrics, to an up-and-coming singer, Altair White.Everything went smoothly. After we signed the contract, he insisted on treating me to dinner to express his gratitude.We had

Chapter 4

Isabella held Mitchell's arm. She sounded dejected as she asked, "You two are dating?"Mitchell looked panicked. After deliberating for a while, he finally shook his head and said, "No. She's just someone you and Mr. Clarkson asked me to look after. I only treated her as my little sister."I dug my nails into my palms.'Yeah, I'm just a little sister, after all.'I got to my feet, keeping my head down, and hurried out of the place.…On the day Mitchell's new album was released, he attended the press conference hand-in-hand with Isabella.Meanwhile, I stood in the airport with my suitcase, staring at the huge screen.Everything I'd ever wanted, he'd given to somebody else.After the incident that day, Mitchell never called or texted me again. Also, staying with him had stopped feeling like home.Before I left, I had taken one last look around the place. The house seemed to be full of things, but it hadn't taken long to clear out. Mitchell didn't own a lot of personal items. M

Chapter 5

Back at Havenridge, Isabella was close to pulling her hair out."Why isn't he calling me back?"Why isn't he picking up my calls anymore?"He blocked me! How could he block me? I am his daughter!"Isabella was so mad that she hurled her phone to the ground. She then spoke to Mitchell in a demanding tone, "Is Gabriella happy now that she totally destroyed me? She's so evil! She'd always been taking everything that belonged to me ever since we were young!""I'll go back and have a look," Mitchell said, turning to leave without looking back.Isabella was so mad that she stomped her feet in rage.Mitchell gripped the steering wheel tightly as he floored the gas, speeding home. He felt greatly uneasy.When he arrived home, however, the cold stillness made him take a step back.He kept calling out my name as he rushed into every room and dug through every drawer he could find, but he couldn't find a single trace of me. It was as if I'd never existed in his life."Gabriella Clarkson

Chapter 6

I knew what I did was wrong. However, I really didn't know how I was supposed to face the situation. I didn't even know what I was supposed to say to him.Sure, Cyrus was undeniably handsome, but I wasn't sure if I was ready to jump into another relationship just yet."Gaby, go ahead first. I need to answer a call real quick."I heaved a sigh of relief when Dad left me alone for a bit at the door.I went upstairs to the private room. I was on the stairs when I suddenly heard someone playing the piano from behind me. It instantly captured my attention. Was this a self-composed piece?The piano was hidden behind some translucent curtains. I could kind of tell that it was a man playing the piano.Not wanting to interrupt his playing, I sat down next to the fountain. I took out my notebook and started noting down some of my comments on his tune and melody.After the man was done playing, I gave him my feedback. I shared how I felt during certain parts of his piece and gave him sug

Chapter 7

Since Dad seemed to like Cyrus a lot, I decided to try my best and get along with him.I thought that my life would continue peacefully like this. However, an uninvited guest suddenly showed up at my doorstep.It was none other than Mitchell Zahn."Gaby, why did you go back to Jonkerville by yourself? I told you I'd come home with you last time."Mitchell appeared at my door with a gift basket in hand. He was smiling widely as he greeted Dad with much gusto.I had only opened the door because I thought it was Cyrus. I had promised to go out on a date with him today.I gestured toward Dad, inadvertently telling Dad to take care of him.Dad didn't look happy to see him. "You showing up out of the blue like this? There's got to be an ulterior motive. Gaby and I were just about to leave, so it's best if you don't stay."Mitchell didn't listen to Dad, however. He pressed on, "Mr. Clarkson, I'm visiting you today because there's something important I want to tell you."Gaby and I ha

Chapter 8

"Please don't say it anymore, Gaby! I was wrong. I was wrong all along!" Mitchell cried. "It wasn't what I meant—you were never a replacement! You're Gaby, the only person I've ever loved! You're my wife, and I'm your hubby!"Mitchell fell to his knees before me, wrapping his arms around my leg in desperation.I looked down at him and continued, "That hum of agreement you gave Tom in the waiting room was like a knife straight through my heart. You've already killed the Gaby who loved you with all of her might."Mitchell, you're making me think that falling in love with you was the most disgusting mistake I've ever made."Relationships have their ups and downs, and it would make sense for us to break up if we fell out of love with each other. But you didn't even bother salvaging my dignity and chose the ugliest, most disgusting way out instead."When I left Havenridge, I had hoped that I would never have to see you again. Have I not made it clear enough with what I did?"Mitchell'

Chapter 9

After being together for some time, I realized that Cyrus liked acting weak and helpless around me so that I'd feel sorry for him.In actual fact, he was like a wolf in sheep's clothing. He could be sly and cunning if he wanted to."I've lived together with Mitchell for seven years. We—"Cyrus immediately came closer and pressed his lips against mine, effectively shutting me up.A long while later, I pushed him off, panting heavily. If we hadn't stopped when we did, I was sure that he would have claimed me then and there in the living room."Gaby, it was only for seven years. I can also live together with you for seven years and more! As your lawfully wedded husband!" Cyrus said, making me feel less insecure about myself.…The news that day was full of articles about Mitchell and Isabella. Meanwhile, not a single photo of Dad, Cyrus, or myself was published.Cyrus never backed away from danger. He kept me very well-protected.On the other hand, Mitchell was completely ruined.

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