Gideon's POVTumungo ako sa aking kwarto upang maligo at mag-ayos. We had a few meetings and I became busier that I thought. I could barely see her.I checked the time and it was already 2:30 pm. “Sh*t.” I cursed.I skipped my lunch. I grabbed my coat and my phone before heading out the office.I sighed. ‘Kumain na kaya siya? Did she like her breakfast? Damn, she better not be skipping meals.’Naglaro sa isipan ko ang mga katagang iyon. I headed straight to the canteen. Binati ako ng iilang tauhan doon na agad kong tinugunan ng tango at mga matatamis na ngiti.“Good afternoon, Chairman.” Bati ng isang babae. She looked younger. Wearing a nurse's outfit.“Good afternoon.” Tugon ko pabalik at pumila. I can actually just order them to fetch me something to eat. But as much as possible, I don't want them to think that I'm being superior. Kaya kapag natitripan ko ay pumipila ako.Sumunod naman sa akin 'yong nurse kanina. “After you.” I offered and she giggled.“Thank you, Chairman.” Nahihiy
Crimson's POV‘Is this it?’“Run! I'll find you.”‘Is this the end?’“No! We'll go together! I can't leave you now. Not like this.”‘Is this what I've been fighting for?’“Don't you wanna know who she truly is, Eliora? You've come a long way just to find someone who was standing infront of you all this time!”‘Is this the only chance I have to survive? My last play. My last bet. My last card.’“You've won. Time to go home.”‘I'm free.’***“You're late.” Bungad sa akin ni Hellios. Naupo ako sa tabi niya, nasa dulo kami ng silid kaya hindi masyadong makikita dahil madilim sa parteng ito. They closed the window blinds as Vyel was presenting something in front. They started the meeting without me.“I slept in. I was tired.” Pagdadahilan ko. Naging bulungan lang ang usapan namin.“Maaga niyo raw natapos 'yong gawain kahapon sabi ni Shun.”I sighed. “Just focus on the meeting.”“Coming from someone who was half the hour late.” Biglang sumulpot kung saan si Thyne. Nakatanggap siya ng masaman
Crimson's POVWe finished our meal and headed out the canteen. I took a take out and sneaked into Gideon's office. Nag-iwan ako ng pagkain niya roon at ng isang note. I headed back to them.“Crimson, sorry na.” Nakangusong usal ni Thyne. I ignored him and walked beside Hellios.“Hey, are we alright?” Nag-aalinlangan kong tanong sa kaniya. He just nodded. “You should change, malagkit 'yan sa katawan.” Saad niya at nagpaumuna. “Hanako, move your feet, come with me.”“Saan kayo pupunta?” Tanong ko.“Utos ng Director, don't come.” Was it just me or was he really cold? Napatigil ako sa paglalakad at napakapit nang mahigpit sa díbdíb ko.“Thyne, stay with her.” Utos ni Hellios.“I will, be safe.” Yumuko na lamang ako habang nag-uusap sila.“Hoy, ayos ka lang?” Baling sa akin ni Thyne. “Oh! Bakit ganiyan?!” Gulat na turo niya sa mukha ko. I sniffled and my eyes were already teary.“Is he mad?” I asked like a child who got scolded.“Hellios? No... No, he's not. 'Wag ka na umiyak.” Pagpapatahan
Crimson's POV‘Don't look, Eliora. Avert your eyes. You'll hurt yourself.’I want to but something is dragging my eyes to stare at them.‘Umalis ka na. Just run. Walk away. Masasaktan ka lang kapag itinuloy mo pa.’I kept telling myself those words but I couldn't. I can't move myself.I can't utter a word. I just watched them. I chuckled. ‘How long do I have to stand here?’‘How long until you finally notice me?’ Para bang narinig niya ang tanong na iyon dahil saktong lumingon siya sa akin. I smiled to myself when he tried to push the girl away.Nakakatawa kung paanong itinulak niya ang babae palayo kung kailan nakita ko na sila. Why did he do that?My lips trembled when I felt a hand covering my eyes, blocking my view. Before I could utter a word, he dragged me out of there.Habang tumatakbo ay ramdam ko ang unti-unting pagbigat ng mga yabag ko. I felt numb. Empty. Like I was slowly being pulled by a blackhole. Dragging me into a void.Hindi ko alam kung gaano katagal akong nakatayo r
Knythe's POVI leaned against the wall as I watched Crimson sob on Alaric's arms. I looked away and gritted my teeth. Wala man lang akong nagawa. If only I got there on time...If only I had the chance to pull her away, she wouldn't be suffering like this.flashback...“Oo na, akin na. Now, go and get changed.” Pagsuko ko. Ngumiti naman siya sa akin at saka nagpaalam. Nagbihis din ako dahil nangako ako kay Bullet na lalabas kami.“Where are you?” I asked him on the phone call.[Paalis pa lang ng kwarto.] Tugon niya.“Okay, I'll wait in the lobby--” I stopped halfway when a lady in front of me stopped.“Excuse me, do you know where I can find Gideon's office?” Tanong niya. She flashed a sweet smile pero hindi naman na kailangan. Napakaamo ng mukha, maputi at may katangkaran. Maganda ang hubog ng katawan at bakas sa pananalita niya ang pagiging matalino.You can tell she came from a wealthy family.“Bullet, I'll call again later.” I hung up. “Sorry, you were saying?”“Gideon's office, wh
Hellios' POVI watched as Crimson walk away. I didn't stop her. I chose not to.She's right. Who am I to give her this kind of treatment? I'm just like any other guy who broke her trust. The only difference is,‘I love her.’“Hellios.” Tawag sa akin ni Hanako. She looked at my eyes, asking me if I was okay. I gave her a soft smile before patting her head.“Let's go. Baka abutin tayo ng dilim.” She agreed at my statement. Habang nagmamaneho pabalik, walang ibang pumasok sa isip ko kung hindi siya.Siya lang.What she said back there. How she said it. And how it felt.Maybe I hurt her a lot. Maybe I went too far.Tahimik lang kaming pareho buong byahe. The silence was interrupted when Hanako asked, “did you hear about it?” Pertaining to the girl on Gideon's office.Umiling ako, nakatuon ang atensyon sa daan. “Where did you hear it?”“Trainees, kumalat agad sa sector namin.” She sighed.Hindi na ako nagsalita pa pagkatapos. Maya-maya pa ay, “I'm sorry about earlier.” Usal ni Hanako.“What
Crimson's POVDays has passed and all the good I did was to avoid Gideon. At all cost.*Good day, all. Death Legion's Soiree will be commencing soon enough. Attendees of the soiree are expected to dress in star-studded attire. You are required to bring your plus one to the event. Well-known guests and patrons will be participating. See you there!**Good day, all. Death Legion's Soiree will be commencing soon enough. Attendees of the soiree are expected to dress in star-studded attire. You are required to bring your plus one to the event. Well-known guests and patrons will be participating. See you there!**Good day, all. Death Legion's Soiree will be commencing soon enough. Attendees of the soiree are expected to dress in star-studded attire. You are required to bring your plus one to the event. Well-known guests and patrons will be participating. See you there!*I scoffed and glared at the speaker. ‘Talagang sumakto pa 'yang event na 'yan.’ Inis na saad ko sa isip.Every year, the who
Knythe's POVIt was quarter to 9:00 pm already and the party will start at 9:30. Still, no sign of Crimson!Kaya ako nauna ay dahil akala ko pwede na pumasok, ngunit pagpunta ko rito, ang naging bungad sa akin ay,flashback...“You're here alone, Sir?”“Uh, no. I'm waiting for my partner.”“I'm afraid you can't come in without an assistance. The Director ordered us to be strict because we are tallying the numbers of guests.”“But, she'll be here soon. Can't I come in?”“You'll gonna have to wait on the lounge, Sir.”end of flashback...“Damn it, Elle. Where are you?” Pabulong na tanong ko sa aking sarili. I stood confidently, exchanging smiles towards the other guests.This is my way of coping up. If I sat on the lounge while fidgeting with my phone, it'll make me look like I lack self confidence. And that's the last thing I want right now.“Thyne?” A voice called out to me. ‘Great, just when I thought this day could get any luckier.’ Nilingon ko siya at bahagyang ngumiti.“Good evenin