Quinn.I looked at everyone around the place. They're all busy talking to their partners and friends. I walked around freely, observing everything. They don't know me yet. All their attention is on Amara and my father at the moment.I put a cherry in my mouth and ate it. Few staff are filling the Deli sections with goodies and cocktail drinks. Everything looks fancy and way different from how I was back then.I remember I was like a prisoner and was not allowed to talk to anyone back then. It's the opposite here. I can talk to all the guards, kitchen staff, and maids without an order. My father doesn't seem to care, but I presume it's part of his tactics."Tomorrow, Father will announce you to everyone as part of our clan. You will become an official El Prestino. It would be the start of your hell. And if you are not prepared for that, you better keep your act together and leave the place before the announcement. That's the only way you can save yourself, Quinn. I can't help you with

***Three years later***Quinn."Thank you," I sweetly smiled at the attending nurse, Marie, when she passed me my grandmother's pills."You're welcome, Miss Quinn. By the way, I told Chef Maximo about your request. It will be ready by dinner, he said.""Oh, no! You did? My goodness. I was only joking, Marie.""No, you're not! I know it's your favorite one. Don't worry. I'll take care of it. Byee!" She waved fast enough and headed straight to her shift.I shook my head. I can't believe this. She's a character and has been doing all these silly requests for a while. It's surprising how Marie remembers everything about my story tale and favorites."Is Marie retaking your orders?" Grandma asked. She had just finished her shower."Yes, Gran." I shook my head with a smile on my face. "Here, take this." I handed the pills together with some water to Grandmother."Thank you, my dear." She took it quick. She knows I will wait until she'll gulp everything."All gone, and I'm ready for the day,

Quinn . Oh, my heart. I looked at him, feeling lost at the moment. I don't know what to say to him. I haven't prepared for this and didn't expect this to happen. I wish I knew this ahead, but I didn't. Now, seeing him after three years is nerve-wracking. Not just my heart but my entire being is shaken. I miss him so much. He was still the same guy that I loved three years ago. . . Tall, lean, broad shoulders, and still bloody handsome, gorgeous-looking man. He looks good. So much better than how he used to be back then. Our eyes locked, and my breath cut off guard. I could no longer move. "Good morning, it's Xavion Xavier Mondragon." He extended his hand to me, and I looked at it. Is he pretending not to know me? Is that it? My heart throbbed. I can't blame him. It was me who hurt him deeply. I cleared my throat and cut my thoughts. "Q-Quinn Langley. I-It's n-nice to meet you, Sir," I stammered. Our hands touched, and his tight grip on my hand melted my heart. I smiled, but

Quinn . A slap on the face! Yeah, I deserve it. Marie gently massaged my hair. Instead of going home, I walked like a zombie all the way to Marie's apartment. It's closer to where The Monde Suites building's location. A walking distance only. I felt defeated, hurt, and neglected. And what do I expect? I deserve this. I'm crazy. I know that. Xavion is still attractive to me. He is still my world. I never stopped loving him, and that's the truth. All these years, I never dated anyone. I was waiting for him. I had suitors, but I did not entertain them. It was only him I wanted. "And what's your ex look like?" Marie massaged my scalp. I shut my eyes. "FLG," I sighed. "Hm?" As I open my eyes, I notice that Marie has stopped moving her hand, and one of her eyebrows is raised. "Finger lickin' good," I said, twisting my lips. She laughed. "You are crazy, Quinn." She shook her head. "Did you tell him everything?" I shook my head. "There's no point in telling. He won't listen. I kn

Quinn . When I arrived at my unit, my tears constantly flowed. It was never-ending. And now that the sun shines, I have no energy left, and here I am, still hugging my pillow, thinking of him. My eyes are red and swollen. I can't go to work like this. So, I sent my boss a message and asked one of my assistants to get the legal document I had with me. "It's all good, Quinn. Have your rest. You did great. Just bring it with you next time when you feel a lot better. At the moment, I'm scanning the documents you sent me. This will do at the moment. Thank you, Quinn." Mr. Jason expressed his gratitude in the line. "It's my job, Sir. Thank you for understanding." "Your voice seems so down. Is there something wrong? Have you had your breakfast?" "I don't feel like eating, Sir. I will be fine." "Okay. Food will be delivered today for you. Don't worry," he said in his bubbly voice and laughed. He ended the call after that. I sighed as I headed towards the toilet. I'm thankful that Mr.