Nicholas stepped inside Sebastian's room with a bottle of beers inside of the plastic bag he was holding. He remembered walking slowly and holding his breath each step that he makes so he will be able to surprise his friend but it turns out that Sebastian was already awake and was waiting for him inside the kitchen. They planned to get drunk that night because Sebastian have something to confess to him and Nicholas thought that with the influence of alcohol his friend would be able to speak to him in all honesty. He remembered seeing Sebastian's irritated expression as soon as his eyes met his which made him chuckle. He put the plastic bag of beers on the countertop then he sits on the stool, next to Sebastian. Nicholas knew that there was something in that night that he couldn't name. He feel like the laughter that they shared will be the last time they would be able to share, that made him feel like spending the night with Sebastian like it was their last. "So, how are you?"

"I don't know what you're talking about," Belmont said as he put both of his hands on his back to prove to the man that he doesn't have any intention of fighting back and making a scene. "You're following me. I'm not stupid not to know that. Instead of denying it, I suggest just answering my question. In that way, we wouldn't waste each other's time." Belmont wanted to curse. The reason why he's in the hospital is just to find Lander but he ends up getting threatened by someone he just follows because of his curiosity. "I am Michael," Belmont answered. "Oh, Michael." The man chuckled. "It's quite ya know, familiar." "I don't know what you're trying to say. Look man, I don't have an intention to fight you; no need to point a knife on me just so I can answer your questions. I'll answer them all, willingly." The man glanced to the surroundings and find people throwing glances at them and was probably wondering what is happening and why his arm is around Belmont's neck. They're

"Relax." Teddy tapped his shoulder. "He'll be here soon. He's the son of Venedict, expect that like his father, he likes to be late as well," he said then he remove his hand on Bonifacio's shoulder to get a glass of vodka martini to the waiter that passed by them with a tray of martinis in his hand. "Vincent is my son. Not Venedict's," Venedict corrected his friend before he take a sip of his brandy. "Woah, that's a strong one," Teddy blurted before he put down his glass. "Sorry, my bad." He paused to lick his upper lip before he speak again, "Anyways, I want to ask you asking. But before that, let me just be clear on this one. I'm asking this because you're my friend and I don't want you to fight over something which could just lead to disappointment and embarrassment. You know what I mean right?" Bonifacio nodded. "Yeah, continue." "How sure are you that Vincent is really your son? What I mean is, that Vincent's mother is married to Venedict and even though she cheated, it does

"Ouch," the boy said softly. He couldn't help but smile because of the pain he was feeling in his knee. He had been running in their yard for almost an hour with a backpack on his back containing heavy rocks. "Stand up! That's not enough punishment for being a rebellious kid. Learn to obey if you don't want me to make you do worse," his father said emphatically his eyes burning with anger. He was scared of those pair of eyes that he couldn't remember when was the last time he looked at them. His father pulled him up violently by picking his bag up even though he was still wearing it. With the weight of what he was carrying even his father had to use force to lift it and remove the bag from him. A throbbing pain from his knee made it difficult for him to stand properly. But even so, he still forced himself to stand properly for fear that his father would be even angrier with him if he saw the tiredness in him. His father simply dropped his bag containing rocks on the grass and

"Here's your breakfast," Balthazar said before sliding a plate onto the table where Sophia is. She is staring blankly in the open window of the dining area as she tries to fully wake herself up. Last night, she did nothing but rest inside Balthazar's condo unit while he is away to attend a party. Staying in his condo and being alone the whole night gives her the freedom to do the things she wanted to do without being shy or worried about what will Balthazar think if she does that certain thing. Balthazar sits on the chair across from her and put his plate on the table as well. Sophia's eyes are still on the window and she didn't even move a muscle. "Still sleepy?" Balthazar asked in an attempt to get her attention but her eyes remained on the window. She seemed too preoccupied. He moved his chair closer to the table and cleared his throat while his eyes is still on Sophia. But no matter how much noise he make, she still did not move so he decided to give her a tap on her should