Chapter VI
Awkward silence.
I avoid looking at his eyes again and brought up a topic.
“I-It’s getting dark. I think we should go home.”
“Right.” He drove me home and I wasn’t able to say good bye nor good night because I was so embarrassed!
I just finished my skin care routine when I decided to open my phone and it was bombarded with messages and notifications.
I clicked one and it was an article published about Kade and I.
Kade Doyle and Isla de Catalina, our ideal couple!
April 14, 20**
Singer Kade Doyle and supermodel Isla de Catalina had been spotted on a famous restaurant sporting a matching look plus photos of their perfect sunrise kiss at the beach was captured by a fan.
It was weeks ago when Miss Isla accidentally posted a picture of her television where one of Kade’s music video is playing. ‘I love your music so much, love!’ she captioned which made everyone go frenzy. Fans were speculating that she may have supposed to post it on another anonymous account but accidentally hit it on her real account. The two were speculated to be in a relationship for quite a long time and both are keeping it private. The two were pictured by paparazzi’s having their sweet moments while eating inside the restaurant. A fan also captured them in the sandy beach, sharing a sweet kiss in the beautiful sunset. Miss de Catalina and Mr. Doyle is trending on twitter right now with the hashtag, #OurIdealCouple. What more would we expect from this lovely couple?
I went to twitter to find out how legit the article was. It was on top of the trend list. It featured several photos of us in a sweet moment.
I dialed Mama Honey’s number.
“Mama, what should I do?”
“Your boyfriend had already executed the solution, hija. Don’t worry. He called me earlier about the article and assured that he already has plans.” After saying those, she hanged up.
My relatives, friends and classmates kept bugging me with text messages of how happy they are to me.
I couldn’t sleep properly that night. I kept on thinking what would happen next plus the kiss was bugging my mind and kept on replaying, over and over again.
The next day, I have dark bags under my eyes. I couldn’t function very well. I showered and went out of my bedroom then smelled something delicious. It tickles my nasal system that sends signals to my brain, telling my stomach that I’m famished. I didn’t quite eat last night. First because I was full and second, because my mind was too busy thinking about things.
My parents couldn’t be here because they are on their Europe trip with my brother. I was thinking of Mama Honey because she has the duplicate key to my house but then a broad muscled back welcomed my eyes.
“Kade?”
He turned his gaze. And oh god, he’s shirtless!
“Yes, girlfriend?”“What are you doing here?”
“Well, I ask your manager for your house keys.”
“And?”
“I want to cook for you. As your boyfriend, it is my responsibility to make my girlfriend happy.”
I agreed and decided to cook for him as well. He made me fried-eggs, sausages, back bacon, tomatoes, mushrooms, buttered toast, baked beans, hash browns and hot chocolate. I made him a sausage and egg sandwich, huevos rancheros, waffle, double-down burger and pork sausage and egg casserole.
I took a photo and so did he. We both posted it on I*******m.
‘Breakfast for you (heart) ‘
I know it’s too much but we have enjoyed the meal nevertheless. And that’s what matters.
“That was a meal full of meat. I could have gained a lot of weight.” I complained.
“Don’t worry. We could burn those calories in a very fun way.”
He then gave a naughty smile which made my heart beat erratically.
The music was blasting on the speakers, the 2000’s hit songs as we sweat and danced to its rhythm.
We are doing Zumba! Can you believe that I thought of a naughty thing but what he means is us doing Zumba. Glad that I didn’t tell him that or else another embarrassment is listed in my book of experience.
After two hours of intense dancing and burning calories, we’ve showered individually. I showered on my room, he showered on the guestroom. He said he brought spare clothes.
“What shall we do next?”
“Maybe watch a movie?”
“Sure. I love movies!”
He did something in my television and it shows my favorite movie series, Harry Potter!
“How did you know I love this movies?”
“Wild guess?”
“Ah-huh.”
He first played Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone.
“I also prepared some popcorns!” he said excitedly.
We were so indulged in the movie that we almost forgot to have lunch. We were just reminded when my stomach grumbled.
“My girlfriend is now hungry. Stay put and I’ll cook our lunch.”
“Sure.”
I let him spend his time in the kitchen while I enjoy watching the fifth installation of the series.
“Lunch is served, mademoiselle. “
He cooked butter chicken and curry. The first bite of the butter chicken exploded in my mouth. The flavor was so exquisite that I had to close my eyes to savor the taste even more.
“This is so delicious, Kade! I didn’t know my boyfriend cooks very well.”
“Thanks for the compliment, babe.”
I fed him and he also do the same to me. I did have like a lot of rice because I couldn’t get enough of it. My stomach has been telling me to eat and eat and eat. I couldn’t help it!
After that meal, I fell asleep.
“Can I be your pillow?” I nodded.
I rested on top of him and closed my eyes to oblivion.
I woke up and he made me dressed up because we are going out for dinner. He was talking to someone on the phone when I woke up so I thought that he must be talking to his girlfriend or manager.
We went to a nearby restaurant which everybody calls, ‘the best in the country.’
“A reservation for Kade Doyle, please.”
We were led into a room. A fancy one decorated with lots of roses and candles.
Just right after we took our seats, the waiters served us the foods.
“Enjoy eating!”
I was still in awe so I did have just small bites of every food in front. After being full, I stopped. Kade stood up and went out then came back with a guitar. The one he uses on stage.
He started strumming the guitar.
She wants somebody to love
To hold her
She wants somebody to love
In a right way
She wants somebody to love
To kiss her
She wants somebody to love
In the right way
And when he finished the song, I thought to myself.
‘And I know that somebody is you, Kade.’
Chapter VIIA year had passed like a blur.Kade and I have gone stronger. Right now, we are in his condo and are cuddling with each other. We are not really in a relationship. We are in what they call mutual understanding but we consider ourselves as a couple already.I am currently staying in with him since its weekends. During weekdays, we have to sleep in our own place. He also sometimes sleeps in my place. We cook meals together and literally do everything together.“Hey, I got a package coming. Would you like to help me build it?”“Sure!”After a few minutes spent on the bed, we got up as someone was outside the door. He came back to the bed with a yellow combined with blue box.“What’s that?”He opened the box and it was a photo of a movie cartoon character. Kade is really adorable so I decided to take a video of what we are doing.“Girlfriend?”“Ye
Chapter VIII‘Good luck for tonight, baby. @NotIslaRae’It was really sweet for him to tweet something like that. I am currently preparing for a fashion show by Bailey Sabrina Gutierrez clothing line. She is basically Michael’s stepsister. We were called that day because Miss Bailey wanted me to be on her fashion show. He even showed me the designs for her latest collection and I just fell in love so I said yes.And now I am here, preparing to take over the stage.Kade, my boyfriend will also be here as an audience at the front row.I’m kind of nervous. It’s a big event.Rare Beauty is a well-known clothing line, locally and internationally. Every fashion show is sold out and the most awaited brand every year to launch their fashion show. They set trends and styles. And this year, they also extended their business to cosmetics.With the release of new designs of clothes, they would also be releasing the c
CHAPTER IX“How are you and Kade?”I am currently on a show interview by Giovanni Magazine.“My boyfriend and I are so fine. We spend a lot of time together and even looks out for each other.” I happily told the interviewer.“So, photos of you and Kade wearing the same clothes are all over fan accounts. Are you getting two of each clothes or the other way around?”“Actually, we really love to share clothes. I rummage through his closet and he does to mine.”“What do you usually have from his closet?”“I do mostly shirts, polo’s and head wears.”“What does Kade usually have from yours?”“I have a huge sunglasses collection and he would always go for about two in my collection to match his outfit.”“We basically steal clothes from each other.” I added.The interview lasted for about an hour and a
CHAPTER XAfter the dinner with my family, I intend to sleep early because my flight tomorrow would be early also.Early in the morning, my family wanted to drive me to the airport. I wore simple outfit consists of a boyfriend tee, two-toned cargo pants and sneakers then tied my hair in a high ponytail.“Ingat ka doon anak, ha?”“Yes, mommy.”I gave them a hug and cheek kiss before I was called for my flight.I am with my co-models.“Keesha!” I greeted my friend who is seated beside me.“I miss you so much, Isla! I haven’t seen you since like forever. Busy ka kasi sa love life mo.” Nagtatampo niyang sabi.“You’re also busy kaya.” We both laugh at my statement.I tried calling my boyfriend before we take off but he doesn’t pick up. I was thinking he was in a rehearsal or something.Our flight took like eternity. It was exhausting t
CHAPTER XIIt has been a six months since I arrived from Paris. I pretty much didn’t allow an interview. I took a break and focused on my hobbies more. I painted, tried gardening and cooking specialties that are exotic.I kept myself occupied for the past weeks since I don’t want to think about him again.I took some language class and learn five languages. Russian, French, Chinese, Japanese and Spanish.After having done those things, I decided to work again and get every job offered. There is no room for resting for me.“Are you okay, Isla?”“Yes, mama Honey. I’m fine.”“Ayaw mo bang magpahinga?”“Ma, I have been resting since I arrived from Paris and that was months ago.”“Pero-““I’m okay lang po, mama.”I had endorsements shoots and offers for a runway show in New York. I had taken them all plus I am started
CHAPTER XIIFive months.I’ve been preparing for another fashion show for about five months. This would be the biggest show for me and I’ll be flying to New York.I am now painting something for a customer. I am on a break from school and I have been taking serious art classes since we arrive from Maldives and I’ve been posting these works on my website. The proceeds are donated to a shelter where they take the babies whose parents are not yet ready to take the responsibility or cannot afford to raise the kid.Luckily, a lot of people buy my paintings, my artworks and I have a big sum to donate plus I also add half of my income to the donation.“Ate, si Kuya Louise daw susundo sa’yo sa airport.” My brother barged in.“Noted.” I informed him. He went inside, closer to my paintings.“Ang gaganda, ate.”“Well, thanks. Ginagalingan ko para sa mga bata sa orphanage.&r
CHAPTER XIIIIt is D-Day!We’ve been in this room since 6 o’clock in the morning. We had salads and tea for lunch and early dinner.Louis is not part of the team but he was invited to be in the front-row of the show. My parents are also here. They arrived yesterday but I was not able to meet them as I was too occupied about Kade’s reaction.While I was munching my leafy salad, Louis came to me.“Let’s have some pics. Mommy wanted to see you and they cannot attend because of a business trip.”“Sure!”He had his front camera open.“Say money!”“Moneeeey!”I had a piece sign and tongue out while he had a pout.“This is perfect!”“By the way, I’m going to post it on Instagram.” He continued.“Sure,” I agreed.I asked my make-up artist.“Who will be the guest star fo
CHAPTER XIVTwo years later“Let us welcome the highest paid model and actress, Isla de Catalina!”I walked towards the center stage and shake hands with the host.“Have a sit, Isla.”“Thanks,”The audience were screaming my name. It was bustling in the studio. I can’t believe how time flies swift.“So Isla, how are you?”“I’m fine, Michelle.”“So glad to hear that!”“How about your reality show?”“I am kind of M.I.A in the show because of constricting schedule. But I am ecstatic that people actually love the show.”The audience then screamed before I can continue.“Sorry to interrupt. I’ll just hand Isla her drink. She might cry.”I cackle and accepted the lunch box.“Bye, everyone.”Applause followed.“That