Maddox invites me to our favorite place on the campus, the park. I'm excited and quite nervous at the same time, thinking about the snuggles Maddox mentioned on the phone last night. Suddenly I caught myself smiling like a fool with Maddox in my thoughts. I shift onto Maddox; confusion crosses his features. "What is it?" "Nothing, why?" "Then why are you smiling like that? You seem so naughty today." "Me?" I pointed at myself. "No, way, don't be ridiculous?" "Ridiculous? Me? Well, I am not the one smiling like a child for no reason." "Okay, enough with this. Let's take a seat," I invited Maddox as

I don't expect to see Maddox outside of the guidance counselor's office; he is wearing his beautiful smile that enlightens my mood immediately. His smile automatically made my day. Standing with Maddox is our class adviser Ms. Jerselle and on the other side are Cassy's friends.   "Hey, how was it?"Maddox asked as he gave me a hug.   "Everything is fine, don't worry," I answered happily in a low tone. I intend to have the conversation for just the two of us.   "Cassy, how are you, girl? We came here when we saw Maddox with teacher Jerselle." I overheard Chloe when Cassy and her mom came out of the office.   "Thanks, girls, we're not done yet. But mom will handle it," Cas

A month had passed, and surprisingly, all the issues about me within the campus disappeared. Without a doubt, Angelo Tan has something to do with it, but I refused to inquire further. Maddox, Sam, and Luke know everything between me and my father's short conversation. We all agree that my father has taken action to stop all the rumors about me in the school. Even Cassy and her mom are no longer pursuing the case about Cassy's injury. Avery, Chloe, Scarlett, and Cassandra are distant from me after the cafeteria commotion. It was the day Angelo Tan appeared in front of me. There's a place in my heart that celebrates but half of it stays in alarm whenever they plan to attack me again. I let all the issues wear out, including the stress and pain that goes with it. As long as I can study conveniently and hang out with my favorite friends

Arriving at Pearl Farm Samal Beach resort, we directly settle in each  of our rooms. I'm staying with Lea as we requested while the others have their rooms. Our Samal suite has a private beach which is accessible using our private stairs. The interior of the room was a distinctive design of Samal culture. It's my first time staying in a luxury room, and I'm amazed at how the staff treated us like royalty. Extra special with so many amenities that go with the luxury room we get to enjoy, just for Lea and me alone. "Oh my God, beautiful. Lea, look, our private beach," I said, removing the curtain. At the glass window, the beach is viewable. Even at night, the water shimmers to the light reflection. "Wow, Angel, this is a dream come true for me." 

I wake up with a strange feeling of not being alone in my bed. And my guess was right when my vision landed on Maddox's cute face. He is still sleeping peacefully; I love to stare at his face without him knowing it. I remember making Maddox's arm my pillow last night and the other arm wrapped around me like my blanket. It was sweet to have his warm and soothing embrace until I closed my eyes to sleep. It was good to exchange partners in our room as Lea wants to stay with her boyfriend, Glenn. She requested it at the last minute after we were back from the bar. Who am I to refuse? While staring at Maddox, a scene of him kissing me flashes in my head, making me touch my lips. Thinking of last night's kiss, I check on my sleeping dress immediately. I am relieved to see myself s