Emiliana I could barely remember and understand the words my math teacher was saying as my attention was not on her, but at the wall clock right above her head. Why is the time moving so slow? This is not how this usually works? “Emilia? Why are you so fidgety?” I looked up at my seatmate. Clara’s left brow was in a perfect arch as she stared at me with puzzled expression. I quickly tore a small piece of paper from my notebook and wrote my reply to her. “I want to go home. My sister caught the flu and she’s alone.” I slowly slide the paper to her before paying my full attention to Miss Alvizo, even though I don’t understand a word she’s saying. Clara did not strike a conversation with me after reading my reply to her. It’s nothing new. I calmed myself down in order to not bother Clara anymore. She doesn’t usually strike up a conversation with me… but I guess she was really pissed by my behavior just now. Five minutes left. I must endure this anxiousness and worry for five mor
Emiliana It was already glooming outside when I got discharged. And just like what Nico said, he really did pay for my bills. Even Scott got me a place to stay. A unit in his owned condominium building, which we are currently in and at the reception area to take my keycard. At first, I wanted to reject it since I also have my own unit–or I could stay in one of my parent’s properties, however Scott insisted with the reason that Clarence might come after me to explain himself. I doubt that he would have a face to show in front of me after what he had done. But still, I considered Scott’s reason and accepted his help. If it weren’t for this incident, I would not know that Scott and Nico are cousin’s, and Scott is from a wealthy family. That’s not all, he also has his own fair share of businesses even if he is still a high school student. Well, it’s surprising after all since the boy is humble from head to foot. “Oh, right! I have a question. Is Nico part of the basketball team? I ha
Emiliana My eyes never left them as I waited for their response. My heart sank when all I got was silence from my mom, and dad… he averted his gaze back at Trisha. Well, I guess this is my answer. They just proved to me that I am nothing to them. Maybe they never think of me as their daughter, but an expense and disposable asset when they have the chance to do so. I turned my back on them. I don’t care anymore if they view me as an ungrateful daughter. I know in myself that I have been a good daughter. I was always a good daughter. I always make sure to follow what they want. I didn’t get myself in trouble while growing up because I didn’t want them to worry. As I walked out of our house, my tears started making my sight blurry that I couldn’t help but halt my steps. I harshly wiped the tears in my eyes. “Let me send you back to the condo,” I hear Sebastian whisper to me. I felt his hands on my arms, guiding me back to the car. They didn’t even follow me out or yell for my nam
Emiliana Five years later~ “Over here! Look over here, Miss Vergara!” I smiled while posing for the camera and the never-ending flashes continued. Today is the launch of my cousin’s new business. And as the chosen muse of his company, I have no choice but to attend the after-party. If only I had a choice not to come, I’d be inside my study room and probably buried in a ton of blueprints. Once I felt that they had enough photos of me, I walked towards the entrance of the hotel where the party was being held. As soon as I stepped inside, I could already see some of the guests coming towards my direction. I had the pleasure of conversing with some of the women whom I saw at the launch earlier. I was present at the launch, however I was hiding in my cousin’s office. “Miss Emiliana!” The minute I heard the familiar voice, I roamed my gaze around and it did not take me seconds to find her. I immediately excused myself from the guests and slipped my way towards the woman dressed in
Nicholas “Are you going to Mr. Ambrosia’ new business launching tomorrow?” Scott inquire for the third time. Followed by a cuss after losing his game on his phone. And for the third time, again, I didn’t bother to give a response to him. I am too preoccupied with the pile of documents stacked on my office table. I did not plan on staying at my office for too long, but after seeing how my secretary was stacking these documents earlier, I quickly change my mind and now it’s already gloaming outside. “I heard Mr. Giordano will be attending. Aren’t you planning on expanding your hotel and restaurant in Venice?” I heard him speak again, from my peripheral view, I could see him typing something on his phone. What Scott informed caught my attention. I did not know that he will be present at the launch. Or maybe I was just too lax to inform my secretary to get me the list of attendees for the launch. And indeed, I was planning on expanding the business but because I don’t have anyone w
Nicholas The after-party was organized in a more grandeur style than the launching event. There were even more guests in attendance than earlier. I could sense that Valentino must have organize this set up to attract more connections. A sea of paparazzies also appeared outside. I was glad that I came earlier than them. They were not able to take at least a photo of me. That’s the last thing I want to happen tonight. Scott messaged me earlier that he won't be able to attend the after-party as Melanie was already throwing tantrums. The woman was already drunk from the champagne she had at the launching event. Scott also did not forget to remind me of why I attended the launch event and after-party. I know. I came here because of Mr. Giordano, but my plan on meeting him is not as important as seeing her again. I can still meet Mr. Giordano by scheduling an appointment with him. Right now, as I am seated on my table... alone. My eyes never left the entrance of the hotel. Valentino s
Emiliana I started my day stuck in a phone call with Maximillian. She’s already in the office and she wanted to let me know that my office phone is getting so much calls. Its ring after ring. Because of the party last night, I had a hunch that people might have known who I am, not just Valentino’s cousin and the face of his modeling agency but as one of his trusted intern architects. Though I am still an intern—well it was my choice in the first place to not leave the position as an intern—Valentino and Team A which was headed by Mr. Williams were kind enough to let me help in some big projects. And I always make sure not to leave my full name on the credited architects. Valentino said an initial will suffice. “Mr. Takashima wants an appointment with you, Miss Vergara.” Informed Maximillian in a polite tone. “Does he want an appointment today?” I inquired. Putting the call on speaker, I laid my phone down on the side table. I listened to her as she filled me in while I brought my
As we headed out from my office, I could feel my teammates gawking at us. I even saw Tania giving me a thumbs up when I turned to her direction.She was clearly enjoying this scene I’m serving her.But there’s no harm in letting them enjoy as this would never have a second chance. I know men enough to not trust them anymore.Once they show interest in you, they will do everything to get your attention. And when they had enough of you, they’d treat you coldly. They would start hiding secrets, and even worse, cheat on you.But I wonder if Nicholas is different from them. I look up at the man who’s walking beside me. Lost in my own thoughts as I watch his blissful expression.Will he also get tired of me if I won’t let my walls break? Like the other men who wanted to date me. They had given up the second day when I turned down their invitations.I wonder if he would last a month or two. Or even longer than that.“Miss Vergara!” I snapped back from my thoughts when I heard Mr. Williams vo