8 months later Jane smiled as she watched Brian and Renz running on the beach. She sat on a beach chair, gently caressing her belly. She was already eight months pregnant, but she still wanted to go on vacation. She had nothing else to do but lie down and gaze at the vast ocean. She had been considering buying a house near the sea. A gust of wind blew, and Jane leaned back against the chair. Her family was with her. Even Rico and Jaxon were in the Philippines to accompany her during her childbirth. After everything that had happened, Jane was slowly moving on, especially now that she was pregnant. And yes, Rodrigo was still the father. A month after Rodrigo's death, she found out she was pregnant. At first, she didn't know what to do with the baby. Some people suggested that she have it removed. But when Jane saw Renz, she quickly dismissed that idea from her mind. She couldn't do it. No matter what Rodrigo had done to her, she couldn't bring herself to take away their child. And
"What happened to you?" Lana asked me with a curious tone. "Why did you scowl at the two of them?"I didn't answer her. I pretended not to hear anything as I took out my clothes from my suitcase. We were inside our room, and to my misfortune, our room was opposite Lawrence's room. It was just announced that there was a change in our dormitory.Why did it have to be like this? Why did the dean even think of that? Doesn't he know that it's not right to put the rooms of boys and girls side by side?I've moved on from Lawrence. But, I don't know. The guilt I feel doesn't go away. I know it's been a long time. My God! It's been five years already! Hopefully, he has forgiven me by now, right?"Jane!" Lana called me again.When I looked at her, she was already standing beside me, with a puzzled expression. I stopped what I was doing and looked at her."What is it?""It's embarrassing!""What's embarrassing about it? I don't want to talk to them. If you want to talk to him, then go to their r
Perhaps if you're watching this now, I'm already dead. I just hope you're not one of them. I am James. I used to work for Rodrigo Navarro, who is now the governor here in Eastern Samar. I was his bodyguard, and I followed all their orders. Wherever he went, I was with him. So I knew everything he did. Until the past two months. Boss was furious. We stormed Governor Marco's place. He ruthlessly killed the governor! Governor Marco didn't give up the wealth they acquired from the land where they built the new university in Artiche. The boss knew there was hidden wealth there, so he bought it, but Governor Marco's men were the first to find it. And Governor Marco didn't hand it over. He just told Boss they didn't find anything. So when Boss found out the truth, he killed Governor Marco. That was the first time I saw Boss like that. He looked insane while he was killing the governor. I couldn't do anything but watch him, fearing that I would be next.We seized all the wealth Governor Marco
"Are you okay?"My heart started beating faster. I felt even weaker because of the person holding me. Rodrigo Navarro. How did he end up here? Does he want to make sure they killed James? I quickly stood up and gently pushed him."Yes, thank you," I replied curtly. I was about to leave, but he suddenly grabbed my arm. I widened my eyes as I looked at him."What is your name?" he asked.I furrowed my brow and tried to pull my hand away, but he held it tightly and just smiled at me. I have to admit, Rodrigo Navarro is good-looking. If I didn't know anything about James, I might have been one of those girls who would admire him. But it's not the smile of a handsome man that I see now. It's the smile of a demon."Jane!"I glanced at Rodrigo's back. His grip on me loosened, so I quickly moved away from him."Jane. So, that is your name," he grinned even wider.I wanted to ask him why he wanted to know my name. I didn't want to think that he saw me last night, so maybe he's interested in me
It was late when I returned to the boarding house. I'm glad I made it before curfew because I didn't want to pass through the back of the school. The forest is scary at night. Before leaving the apartment earlier, I edited a video to release some of the things I found out. I mentioned in it that the Navarros were the ones who killed James because he discovered their plan. Yes, call me foolish, but I did it to bring justice to James. I wouldn't be able to keep quiet if I stayed silent. I'm sure my conscience won't leave me alone.I also searched for a bank where I could hide the gold I found. At first, I was terrified that they might ask me where I got it. But luckily, they didn't question me and immediately rented me a safe deposit locker. I took some gold from one bag because they asked for a high fee. I trust that it won't go missing since my fingerprints are needed to open the locker, and I still have the key. I turned it into a necklace and went home.Lana was already asleep when
"W-Wait, what do you want? Is this legal? You're inside the school!" I exclaimed when I saw the men outside our room. They just looked at me and without a word, entered inside. "Get out," they ordered. Lana held onto my arm tightly. "J-Jane, what's happening?" "W-Why? Who are you?" I tried to sound brave, although I could hear the pounding of my heart. The men didn't answer. Instead, they started rummaging through our belongings as if searching for something. My mouth dropped open as they scattered our things and threw them on the floor. "Wait, mister! What are you doing? Those are our belongings-" "Shut up!" One of them suddenly turned towards us and pointed his gun. Lana and I both stepped back. Lana was already crying while clinging to me. "If you don't stop, I'll blow your heads off!" he threatened. I took a step back. I tightly held Lana's hand and quickly pulled her out. Let them do whatever they want. But before we could leave the room, someone blocked the door, causin
From now on, you are mine.I repeatedly hear those words from Rodrigo Navarro in my mind. I don't know what he means by those words, but I don't like it. I can still feel the forcefulness of his kisses. It's as if my lower lip is slightly swollen because of it."Jane? Just tell me if someone did something to you. We'll report it right away," Lawrence said, concerned.I just sat silently at our dining area while the three of them cleaned up the mess caused by the three men earlier. It's still noisy outside due to the commotion caused by Rodrigo Navarro's men. I can feel the fear in the screams of the students outside. Who wouldn't be afraid of men carrying guns? It's as if they're going to war, even though it's just a school."To whom? How? Rodrigo Navarro is the Governor. What can we do?" I said, feeling defeated.Lawrence sighed and approached me. "Anything that can help us."I just smiled wryly and shook my head at him. "No one can help us." I stood up and wiped away my tears. Cryin
I couldn't stop crying as we traveled. I didn't know where Rodrigo was taking me because he didn't say anything either. I was squeezed to the side of the car. I tried opening the door, but it was locked.I flinched when Rodrigo suddenly placed his hand on my left thigh. I immediately removed it and pressed myself closer to the side."W-What are you doing? What do you want?!" I asked fearfully.Rodrigo looked at me. I shivered when I saw desire in his eyes. His gaze traveled down my body, making me even more uncomfortable. I started crying even harder. He hadn't said anything yet, but I felt like I knew what he was planning to do. His gaze was so cold, it sent chills down my spine. I wanted to get out of this car!"Why are you so afraid of me? Shouldn't you be happy that you're inside my car with me? A lot of women want to be in your position."I couldn't believe what I was hearing. "I would never want to be close to you! You're soulless!" I shouted. His gaze suddenly turned sharper. I