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Just A Job (English) CHAPTER 41
Verania's Point of View"You know I can't possibly do that! I'm protecting you, and what's the point if I leave you?" I exclaimed in frustration, but he just sighed in response."Verania, for now, you should focus on Aunt Andromeda!" he yelled back, making me catch my breath."What if the same happens to you?""Verania, please, just listen this once!" he shouted, and even though it was painful to leave him, I quickly ran to where Miss Andromeda was.I hope you'll be okay there, Ares.I forced myself to move faster until I finally reached the restroom, where the only people present were Olivia, Aunt Charlotte, and Sir Roosevelt. I noticed Claudia, Miss Andromeda's daughter, was there too. I had planned to ask where the others were, but Olivia pulled me down to sit, and that's when I saw the state Miss Andromeda was in.She was struggling to breathe, and I gasped when I saw the shattered wine glass beside her."What happened?" I asked immediately, grabbing my handkerchief to wipe away s
Just A Job (English) CHAPTER 42
Verania's Point of ViewI couldn't count how many times I glanced at my phone to check the time.Right now, I was racing against two things: time and, of course, Ares, who was being held by their enemies. I needed to hurry for his sake. If I took too long, he could be in danger, and if that happened, I might forget my high-ranking military position.I closed my eyes tightly when the endless line of cars in the traffic startled me. I looked at the address in front of me. My route was correct, so I had no reason to be nervous. Besides, after the next turn, the traffic like this would disappear, as the address given by the guy we caught with Alder earlier was located in a barangay. I couldn't blame the road for getting congested; it had probably been that way for a long time.
Just A Job (English) CHAPTER 43
Verania's Point of ViewShe suddenly froze as she heard me inquire. Slowly, she turned to face me, studying my every detail."They need you... alive," she whispered, then swiftly departed.But why, I wondered?As the woman vanished from my sight, another figure emerged before me, as if summoned by fate.What could possibly be the purpose of this new arrival?When our eyes met, my forehead involuntarily furrowed. My astonishment deepened as I scrutinized her face.Former Mayor? Wait... Is she involved in this too?"Good evening to you," Former Mayor Eduardo Saldivar greeted me with a sly grin.He had served as mayor before Uncle Stan.Even though he had spoken, my face still bore the expression of disbelief. Goodness, who wouldn't be shocked to suddenly encounter someone like him, only to discover their involvement in such activities? Unbelievable! The Mayor who once served our town is also a criminal! Well, if I ever get a chance to escape from here, his reputation will surely be in r
Just A Job (English) CHAPTER 44
Verania's Point of View Arriving at the hospital, Ares was immediately greeted by his parents, Uncle Stan and Aunt Charlotte. I noticed Olivia was with them as well. I wasn't surprised when our eyes met, and she gave me a disdainful look."Are you okay, dear?" Aunt Charlotte anxiously asked Ares. I shifted my gaze to them, and my lips quivered, especially as Ares looked at me with displeasure while Aunt Charlotte examined him."I'm okay, Mom. We were supposed to go home, but Vera insisted that I should be checked by a doctor," Ares explained, causing Aunt and Uncle's eyebrows to furrow, their attention shifting to me."What about you, Verania? Are you also alright?" Aunt asked, her eyes scanning my body."I'm fine," I replied softly. "Ares needs to see the doctor. He was hit on the head earlier and needs to be checked.""Alright, Verania. Charlotte and I will take care of him for now," Uncle Stan said, reassuringly patting my shoulder before they left.Olivia remained, her gaze still
Just A Job (English) CHAPTER 45
Verania's Point of View"He's inside, always busy with the piano. Mom enrolled him in piano class, and he's been really enjoying it," she explained, and I nodded like a child.We were currently eating when Congressman suddenly arrived. I felt a sense of nervousness; I don't know why, but Congressman Donatelli's presence always felt intimidating. I'm not sure if it's just me who feels this way.However, my eyes shifted to the people following Congressman—was that Clara?As they approached, I realized it was indeed Clara and Sandra. Did Alder invite them too? Or is it just a coincidence that they're coming here now?"Oh, Ares, how have you been?" Congressman quickly asked upon reaching us."I've been good," Ares replied politely, and Congressman turned to us."I'll go ahead, I just peeked in here because there were a lot of people, I thought someone else came. By the way, Ares, say hello to my Dad for me!" Congressman said cheerfully before chuckling slightly and leaving for good."Ate
Just A Job (English) CHAPTER 46
Verania's Point of ViewAnother pleasant day lies ahead of me. Ares and I were left with the household staff in their home, so I'm starting to get a bit bored. There's just nothing much for me to do here."Ares!" I called out loudly to him.We were currently inside the office and study room in their house. It's my first time entering this room, despite spending a few months with them. It's like a restricted area; I can only enter with permission, like today, when Ares allowed me in."Are there comics here? Or maybe some joke books or something?" I asked, curious, scanning the bookshelves I passed by.He arched an eyebrow and looked at me."We only have novels here and some children's books, but what you're looking for, we don't have," he answered seriously, and I pouted."So, what are we going to do here?" I asked, turning to him quickly.I'm not really into reading, so I didn't bother checking the other contents of their bookshelves."Dad asked me to organize the books in this sectio
Just A Job (English) CHAPTER 47
Verania's Point of View"Why, do you like me?" he suddenly asked, momentarily silencing my lips, and quickly turned to him to briefly exchange glances."You're so full of yourself, dude," I whispered, chuckling, but he looked serious.Tss, he knows I have a different boyfriend and yet he asks that. Crazy! I could've left Alder if I liked him!As I mounted my motorcycle, we headed home, but before that, we stopped at a fast-food joint to grab lunch. It was already one in the afternoon, and I was feeling the hunger.After eating, we continued on our way home. I was driving when a heavy rain poured."Oh great!" I muttered and quickly stopped the motorcycle at a side where I could park. It was beside a waiting shed, and we took shelter."Should we wait here for a while?" Ares asked, most likely surprised by the abrupt halt."No, we need to get home. It's not safe for just the two of us here," I said and opened the storage box of my motorcycle.There, I found the raincoat I often used, whi
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Verania's Point of ViewI'm still lying on my bed, unmoving from the position I was in earlier, wrapped in Ares' embrace. I felt like a statue, remaining there while Ares slowly woke up.As my gaze remained fixed on Ares, it involuntarily shifted when I heard my door open.My eyes quickly darted in that direction, and there stood Olivia, her eyes wide as saucers when she saw the scene in my room.She just stood there, and as for me, I became even more rooted to my lying position. Damn it, Ares, why did you have to sleep beside me? This is bound to be a misunderstanding.I felt so embarrassed that I wanted to hide under my blanket."Good Morning, 'Liv!" Ares greeted cheerfully, a wide grin on his face as he looked at Olivia.Olivia furrowed her brow, shaking her head as if trying to convince herself that what she was seeing wasn't real."What is the meaning of this?" Olivia nearly raised an eyebrow as she asked us.I bit my lower lip and closed my eyes tightly, feeling the embarrassmen
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