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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
Just A Job (English) CHAPTER 48
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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Verania's Point of ViewWhy does it feel like this, huh? I didn't do anything wrong to her. In fact, I'm not at fault for her breakup with Ares, so why do I carry this sense of guilt? Why does the burden of blame weigh on me, even when I haven't done anything to harm her?"Why not consider rekindling your relationship?" Olivia's voice softened as she inquired.Once again, they fell into silence, but I kept my gaze trained on Ares. I was determined not to let my eyes waver from them, despite the itchiness compelling me to glance at Clara."Why shouldn't I consider it?" Clara echoed Olivia's question."I don't know, she's moved on. She's set her sights on someone else," Olivia explained, prompting my itchy eyes to return to Clara.Her eyes were fixated on Ares and Bernice. Clara forced a smile to grace her lips, yet it seemed like a mere facade. The undertone of sadness was hard to miss, a layer of hidden emotions beneath that strained smile. "That isn’t the girl I thought that Ares li
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Verania's Point of ViewEven in Clara's absence, I find myself unable to attain serenity, and the reasons for this disquiet elude me, casting shadows upon my contemplations.Undoubtedly, my current state is partially a consequence of acquiescing to Clara's desires. Truth be told, I am reluctant to assist her, for I anticipate another wave of Ares' ire crashing upon me. I have grown accustomed to his vexation, but should I proceed with Clara's request, I am certain Ares' fury will reach unparalleled heights.A sigh escapes my thoughts, burdened by the weight of consideration. It is undeniably stressful, for I recognize the immense help my compliance could be to Clara, yet my conscience restrains me relentlessly."Are you alright?" I was nearly startled at Ares' sudden appearance by my side."Huh? Y-Yes, of course!" I reply, my response accompanied by a hand instinctively pressed to my chest. "Did I startle you?" he inquires, a smile playing on his lips.I quickly nod in response, atte
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Verania’s Point of ViewWe were currently on the road when I spoke up again."Why do you refuse to hear my answers?""I know what they are. They're all indirect rejections," he responded seriously, raising an eyebrow."Then that must be a sign for you to stop your feelings for me.""Is that a joke?" he asked, still serious."Nope. Did it sound like it was a joke?" I queried him while my eyes were fixed on the road."It's not like avoiding love is easy," he retorted, and I glanced at him for a moment.Well, maybe it's not, but if he tries, I think he can manage it. His feelings for me are still fresh, and I know that once he finds someone better, he'll immediately forget about me."By the way, what are your plans for the wedding?" he suddenly asked, opening up a new topic that made me quiet for a moment.A few minutes passed before I could come up with my answer."I don't really think about it," I stated, and we fell silent once more. I took the wheel once more, aiming to divert my at
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Verania's Point of ViewDays have drifted since Ares agreed to give it another whirl with Clara, and wouldn't you know it? He singled out this very day to pay Clara a visit at her abode.As per Ares, I'm unsure where he dug up his intel, but according to him, Clara won't be clocking in for work today—thus, he seized the opportune moment.Here I am, casually leaning against the door of the flower shop we strolled by earlier, the place Ares is currently sifting through for blossoms."Which flower do you reckon is the epitome of beauty?" Ares queried while perusing.My eyes canvassed the array of choices right beside me."A flower, you said?" I echoed, to which he nodded, then redirected his gaze towards me."This one," I replied, a grin playing on my lips, pointing at myself."Tss, you're not a flower. You're stunning, but not a flower," he replied with a certain gravitas, prompting me to purse my lips and avert my gaze. I found myself in a quandary, uncertain if his response should el
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Verania's PerspectiveAfter our brief conversation, I followed Alder as he headed straight to Clara's dining table for lunch. The household staff had prepared our meals, and we began devouring the dishes on the table.I was in the middle of eating when Alder struck up a conversation."It's good that you're going out. Isn't it dangerous?" he asked."It's not far, and it's a specific location with not too many people.""That's true, it's safe here," he said, nodding, and continued eating.I kept eating, not paying much attention to Ares and Clara who seemed engrossed in their own conversation. They were seated in front of me, so my eyes were focused on my plate.When I raised my head, my gaze immediately met Ares'."You have rice here," he said, pointing to the side of his lips, making me nearly choke.I searched for it using one hand, but I couldn't find it."Let me," Ares was about to stand up to come over, but Alder beat him to it."Like a child," Alder chuckled, and I playfully slap
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Gabriella's Point of View"Hi!" I greeted enthusiastically as I took my seat right at the front of the bartender."A cocktail, please," I said with a grin, adjusting my beret."Noted, Ma'am!"While waiting for my order, I let my gaze roam around the bar."This seat is a good choice," I whispered to myself as my eyes continued to scan the area.I'm here to observe my surroundings. This is the place that Captain Victorino instructed me to investigate. He wants me to look for Armando del Prado, another person who contested against Mayor Stanley in the last election.He might also be a member of the group aiming to eliminate the Mayor and his son, Ares.When the bartender placed the ordered cocktail in front of me, I immediately tasted it and, of course, enjoyed the flavor. I then returned my eyes to the surroundings, observing carefully. My eyes narrowed as I noticed a group that seemed rather unusual and suspicious. There were three men seated closely together at a table, and their man
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