I stared at the list for a couple of seconds, ensuring that I read the correct name. I immediately closed my eyes along with the folder in my hands.
I opened my eyes again and looked ahead; the driver was already waiting for me. I did not waste any more time and walked into the car. When I entered the vehicle, the driver immediately started the engine and left the current place.
While inside the car, my phone suddenly rang. I lowered the corporate folder I was holding to my side before looking at my phone. It was a notification coming from our group chat.
Chris: What’s the matter, Gands?
Tara: Are you alright? Why would you be gone for so long, GD?
Clark: If you have any problems, Dhara. You can talk to us.
Chris: We can’t let you go for that long without telling us the reason.
Oh, right! I did no
“Miss Alejandro, here are the things you told me to look into,” Jay mumbled as he reached a pile of folders in front of me. I removed the eyeglass from my face and took the files from his hands.“I don’t expect you to finish it in such a short time,” I said and stared at his wakeful eyes. It’s been three days since I ordered him to take a background check on those names. I thought that it would take a week before he could comply with everything.“There is no point in staying awake late if I can’t finish this. Do you need something else?” I shrugged.“I will call you if I do. Anyways, you should take a rest. Thank you, Jay.” he nodded and immediately left my office. Also, for three days, I was just in the office and waiting for Jay’s update about what I told him to do.I let out a deep sigh and leaned on the head
“I’ve been looking after her for a long time.” my brows knitted on Denver’s words. I stared at him to see if he was joking, but he was wearing an intense expression.“What do you mean?”“I liked her since then.” my left brow raised. This man knew Tara? How come?“Are you serious?” I asked, but I calmed myself from shouting. Denver nodded. “So, do you know each other?” he nodded. I remained silent as I observed him. I can see that he’s not lying, and he answered my questions wholeheartedly, but why did Tara say he met with a stranger?Is my friend lying?“I know that it’s hard to believe my words, Ma’am, but we once go to the same University.” I let out a deep sigh. Tara did not mention this; I mean, I came into her life after she went to University.
“Why did you lie?” I asked that, making Tara’s brows raise. There’s a puzzled look on her face.“Huh?” I gave her a stingy smile and cupped her hands. I let out a deep sigh. I rushed here because of this, and backing down will put it to waste. I need to ask Tara directly!“That baby in your womb...” I stared at her eyes for a second, then brought my gaze to her belly. “You don’t really know who the father of that child is?” I asked and looked back at her. From her bewildered expression, it changed into apprehension. “Don’t lie, please,” I added that, making her lips wary.It took a moment before Tara let out a frustrated sigh and took her hands from me. She brought her eyes in front with her face as long as a fiddle.“Yes, I lied. I’m sorry, GD.” Tara apologizes without looking at m
The next day, I woke up while my body was in pain. I screamed silently as I sat up from lying down. I closed my eyes and tried to remember what happened last night.“I missed you.”I almost choked when Zygo’s voice suddenly came inside my mind. I don’t know, but my body suddenly feels hot. Gosh! What is he thinking? Saying those words in front of me while I was drunk!Remembering what happened last night just worsens what I’m feeling right now. I let out a deep sigh as I roamed my eyes around the place. I was really in my room. Well, thanks for that tycoon. Even if I could go home without anyone’s company, he insisted just to make sure that I arrived safe and sound.I closed my eyes for a moment and then opened, looking directly at the glass wall in front of me while some of the sun rays were hitting my direction. It was kind of nostalgic in this
“You guys, what are you doing here?” both of them immediately looked at each other and brought their faces back in my direction at the same time. They remained, their mouth sealed, “Why are you together?” I added with confusion on my face.“It’s a coincidence.” Zygo and Alchy said in unison. I stared at them intensely. I think my headache was back again because of these two. I let out a deep sigh and crossed my arms as I leaned on the door. I raised my left brow that made them gulp.“I heard that you got a fever, so I just want to check on you,” Zygo said while he was trying to avoid his eyes from me. I stared at him, and what he said last time suddenly came into my mind. I secretly shook my head and left Zygo’s words unrefuted.I brought my eyes to Alchy. My forehead furrowed when he also averted his gaze away from me.“I
It’s been three days since I’ve recovered from my fever and when those guys visited me at home. I was confused when Alchy usually acted that day. He should be asking why I lied since it’s already apparent that I’m his former captain’s daughter, and I keep it from him.I let out a deep sigh as I bit my lower lips. I can feel the frustration building inside my body. I leaned on the headboard and gently removed the eyeglasses on my face as I stretched my body.When I looked at the clock placed on the table, it was already two in the afternoon. I closed my eyes and massaged the side of my forehead. I have already recovered from the exhaustion, but I can still feel uncomfortable.I looked in front when I heard a knock on the door. “Come in.” after I said those words, the door opened, and Jay came rushing in. “What’s the problem?” he was bathing with
“Are you okay?” I swiftly brought my gaze to the front and stared at Alchy, who was at the driver’s seat. I nodded. “Are you really sure about this?”“Yes.” after hearing my answer, Alchy turned his eyes in front and positioned his hands on the steering wheel. Without wasting any time, he started the engine.“Captain...” my gaze turned to Lieutenant Grey, who’s sitting next to Alchy. He glanced at me before continuing, “We can’t afford to bring an outsider inside Bridi. It’s a battlefield. How can we go there with this woman? Other than that, we still have an assignment to finish.”I was sitting at the back, facing both of them. I caught Alchy glance at me using the rearview mirror. I don’t know, but my throat suddenly went dry. I moved my head to the side and leaned on the window while the car moved.
“Are you okay?” I nodded to Alchy’s question as I felt him sit next to me. We are in front of the tents, sitting facing the bonfire. It’s already nighttime and probably eight in the evening. We’ve just finished eating our dinner and taking a rest before going to sleep.“Yes. I expected less about this place.” I said wholeheartedly. I heard Alchy sigh and a creak from his direction, but I did not mind looking at him. My eyes were focused on the burning fire in front of me.“Maybe, this is a good time for you to fulfill the deal between us, Gandhara.” I looked at Alchy in shock as my chest throbbed intensely. “Your expression says it all,” he added while his gray eyes were focused on me.“Since when?” I asked when I finally calmed myself. I was taken aback because of Alchy’s sudden approach. I’m still shocked, but I