Emilio Mendez*"Are the decorations ready?""How about the drones? Are they already on standby?""Lucas, are the men ready?""Where's the pilot?""Get ready! Be on standby. I would not entertain any failure.”It's still early in the morning but here I am blurting out orders to my men as I stand supervising each detail. My hands are already shaking in anxiousness but I have to finish this in no time. I cannot delay this anymore. I glance at my phone and my hand has been itching since yesterday to dial her number. Damn. One day of not seeing her or hearing her voice is making me go insane and restless. I clench my fists trying to stop my hands from trembling in agitation but I groan when a slight piercing pain shoots from my right hand still wrapped in a bandage."Sir, the helicopter's ready." Lucas suddenly informs me. I look around the island for a final look and bark some more orders for the men before walking towards the helicopter. Lucas and I get in and he updates me with the ongo

Bethy Hillstorm*It's a clear bright sunny day and the roaring sounds of propeller and metal blades coming to life are filling the area. I settle comfortably in my seat with Emilio beside me his arms draped around my shoulders. Today, we will be getting back after a week of stay here at the island.We spent our days here making more memories together and showing how much we love each other. Every morning, he would greet me with breakfast in bed. I love the way his food tastes and his cooking skills are really excellent. It's as almost I'm eating a chef's specialty everytime he cooks for me.Sometimes, we spent the afternoon just staring at the sunset and sharing deep thoughts while enjoying the calming radiance of the broad sky with its blazing red and orange streaks stretching across.After much persuading, I get to know of his past relationship with Claire, He was reluctant at first while trying to assure me that all of it are already in the past but I just wanted to learn more abou

Bethy Hillstorm*I look away from Emilio speechless at Mrs. Mendez sudden question. Honestly, Emilio and I have never talked about that."Mother.” Emilio reprimands and Mrs. Mendez seemed to have gotten the clue."Oh, sorry, dear. My bad." She stands up. "Ill leave you two behind then. No need to see me out.Enjoy!" She winks at us and strolls out.I bite my lip trying to avoid his gaze. Damn it.I feel my cheeks blushing."Bethy.”"Hmm?" I look down at my fingers."Hey, look at me, please." Emilio cups my cheek forcing me to look at him. He heaves a deep sigh."Baby, we'll take it slow, if that's what you want.Let's not pressure ourselves, okay?"He's right. We can just focus on our present status and let our love flourish through time. I nod and he plants a soft kiss to my forehead."Your mom... I can't believe she knew all about it." I whisper.Emilio shrugs. "It turned out well so let's not worry about it anymore. Mom's right. That was right, That was all in the past. As long as

Bethy HillstormI nervously fumble with my fingers as I walk insideEmilio’s Villa. Lucas was at the entrance waiting for me when I arrived and he said I would find Emilio at the balcony.I walk into the foyer then stop at the sight before me. Even in my nervous state, I could not help but gasp in awe at the evident effort in dolling the place up giving off a romantic vibe.Candle lights are lined along the floor leading to the balcony. Red helium balloons are hanging in the ceiling and a soft and gentle music is playing in the background. I suddenly feel out of place due to my appearance. I only thought we would have a simple dinner together so I didn't dress up and just put on some jean and turtleneck sweater."Bethy." I hear Emilio’s gentle voice and I look up to see him standing at the balcony. He looks so breathtaking in his black suit and his face is glowing under the moonlight as he lovingly smiles down at me. His dashing appearance renders me speechless for a moment as he come

Bethy HillstormI grip my chest in utter shock as I read the text message again. I had hoped it would disappear and maybe my eyes are pulling tricks on me but the large black words showing in my screen are clear asday.Break up with Emilio or die a miserable death!Who the hell would send me a message like this?There aren't that many people who knew about my relationship with Emilio. Mrs. Mendez, Lilian and Lucas are the only people who knew about us.Could it be Kyla? But that's impossible. kyla seemed like a nice delicate girl who wouldn't hurt a fly when we had a small talk the other night.Oh, right, she lied about one thing but would she go this far?My hands are already shaking in panic and I curse under my breath. Suddenly, I'm thankful I'm in the comfort of my own apartment and Emilio’s security men who are outside. Slowly, I calm myself down.Supposingly, the sender is Kyla. Would she really kill me? Did she mean it literally or what?What if she would harm Emilio? I know t