The other executives didn't even had the chance to speak up or defend the CFO who is known for being close to every employee of this company.I clapped twice then smiled. "So much time has been wasted. Shall we start?"I handed them the files I have prepared."I reviewed everything about the whole corporation. Its history, planning of our businesses, our employees as well as the smallest stuffs that have lead me into entertaining a certain idea.""And as all we know, we owned hotels, restaurants, bars, condominiums, subdivisions and resorts. We are also connected to airlines and different types of vehicles because of partnerships.""And how does that concern losing a hundred dollars?" Kuya River asked.Could he not let me finish what I am saying?"We're always involved into luxurious type of businesses. I was thinking of dropping one, especially the minor partnership we have. But I have came of an idea to put another business instead of dropping one.""What? We're just going to create
He was about to hug me when the other pair of my shoes hit his face."Aww""Shut up! I don't miss you! Do not go assuming things just because something so far from it was mentioned, you bastard," I said which made me face redder.Why the hell did I stuttered?"Yeah, that's a hundred percent believable, wife."I crossed my arms. "I have something to ask.""Is this connected to the text you sent me?"I had the urge to hit him with my bag but this is a gift from dad so I just can't."Why are you insisting that I am still your wife? You signed the divorce papers back then, Exiquel."He smirked. "Oh, that? I didn't want to let go of you so I retrieved it when you left. Then I burned it together with the copies you prepared."My jaw dropped upon hearing that. "How dare you put my money and efforts to waste?"He laughed. "Don't worry, wife. I'll give them back to you, twice. Even a million times if you ask. Anything for you," He replied then wiggled his eyebrows."What if I do something unfo
My gown for tomorrow is already lying on my bed when I arrived.Its color is fading from cyan blue to gorgeous green which perfectly matches the color of my eyes. I'm pretty sure my dad chose this. Kuya has no taste when it comes to fashion and girls.I put on the mask that came with the gown. It's a simple blue mask embedded with small pieces of emeralds. It just covers half of my face.I took the large suitcase hidden at the corner of my closet. Preserved gardenias and tulips and a necklace welcomed my sight when I opened it. I took 'em out of the suitcase and replaced it with clothes I will be taking with me when I leave."You seem restlessly fine," I jolted in surprise when someone suddenly spoke behind me.I threw a piece of cloth on her. "You somehow terrifies me, Cali! How can you seriously walk around a place without creating any sound?" I said in an irritating way.She chuckled then waved her hand. "Long time no see, Assia," She cutely replied.I snorted. "It's just been week
I was pouting while signing some papers as my past time.It is kind of boring since Kuya River already prepared everything. I just hope it is not that extravagant because if it is, I would probably kill him. He's using my money for Pete's sake and I still have other important things to take care of which requires significant amount of money.I glanced at the book placed by the window. It has a leather cover and has over five hundred pages based on its thickness.To think that I have no interest of reading at this moment is just too surprising since I have been with them all of my life.I stretched my body when the clock strikes at four.I took the box of my gown, as well as the necessary things and drove to my condo.Exiquel told me he'll fetch me and I can't risk telling him Vista Mansion's address. Maybe later. I put some extensions on my hair and tied it in a princess's bun. I wore a light make up for a natural look.It took me quite some time zipping my gown since I have no one t
She watched the video with her trembling hands. It was me, playing with her daughter. I dressed my niece like an angel while I was wearing an all-black outfit. I licked her daughter's earlobe at the end of the video."Don't you dare," She mumbled. "Don't you dare harm my daughter, Athijha!" She yelled while pointing the dagger at me. Then she laughed. "You can't. I know you can't hurt an innocent child."I snapped my fingers. "Remember when the both of you almost died from a road accident?" I asked then laughed. "I was the one who planned that. Sorry to tell you this but, I can.""Dad will protect us. You stand no chance against him, against us, Athijha. We have our sword pointed at your neck. Our gun pointed at your temple," She hysterically said."And I am just about to cut your head, darling. Do you want to save your daughter's life badly? Then just stand at the corner and watch me ruin all of you just like how you ruined me years ago. Watch me. Just watch me and do not join the wa
I tried to speak but the sound I was only able to make is faint.Their eyes were suddenly on me. They were panicking as if I just came back from my grave.Exiquel held my hand before my brother does while my dad was in the phone, probably calling a nurse of maybe a doctor.Clea, on the other hand, was just standing at the corner and doesn't know what to do.The nurse checked on me before letting me drink some water for hydration.I never averted my gaze to my brother. He's sitting on a wheelchair and his left eye is covered with white bandages. He smiled at me."Do you feel okay, little sis?" He asked.I tried to reach up for him as my eyes starts to water. "Kuya," I called, almost voiceless. "Kuya," I repeated in much clearer voice.He chuckled a bit then drove his wheelchair to my side.It's like I forgot about my painful back when I sat on my bed to pull him into a hug."Your eye," I mumbled as I hide my face on his shoulder."You're thinking that I've gone blind, are you?" I nodde
I chuckled the moment I let my tears escape my eyes. It was because of joy though."You lost me. I lost you. Then we lost ourselves," I wiped my cheeks with my blanket which is damn embarrassing but completely comfortable. "Just how stupid are we in this lifetime, Exiquel?"He gave me a pat on the head. "Stupid enough not to stop even if were broken, I guess."We stared at each other then laughed at the same time.I sighed at the back of my head.This reminds me of how we were when we're younger.In the clinic. I, sitting on the bed and him, sitting beside me."Quel, find yourself a great woman, okay?" I said.There is no assurance that we'll meet again. And if we ever do in the future, I am not quite sure if he still feels the same because I know it will take years, or even a decade before our eyes collides for another time.He smile and nodded.That reassured me.Now, I don't have to worry about how he will go and move forward."You know what, someday, I will introduce you to someon
"Well, the only reason I can comprehend is that you're working for your family, the Millers," He clicked his tongue. "It is damn complicated. You have four families, so..."I raised my eyebrow. "Four?" I showed him my three fingers. "I had the Alonsos, Millers, the Vistas. I only have three.""You also had the Saavedras, Assia," He clenched his jaws.I pouted. "About the Millers, I really had a temporary amnesia caused by major depressive disorder. I couldn't remember anything for one and a half week. Mr. Miller is my dad's right hand and instructed him and his wife to take care of me for a while because he was worried that my mental health might go haywire again if I am so close to violence and to the people who might remind of... uh his death.""So, you really can't remember me when we met again in the train," He mumbled."Yup, I didn't," I said and smiled a little. "I was only reminded by everything when you brought me back in that shitty mansion.""Why were you-""Why was I still