Chapter 8

Chapter 08.1

I pushed him quickly. I gave him a deadly look but he just teased me. I just clenched my fist and restrained myself from slapping him.

"Don't be mad munchkin. I'd been asking myself how that lips taste. Now I know. You taste so sweet. See you tomorrow baby munchkin,"

The smile he let out was playful before he left in front of me. I couldn’t get past the rapid change in his temperament and I couldn’t help but be nervous. Is it right that I let him flirt with me? Do I really like him? Or maybe I wanted him then but not now?

I want to slap him for stealing a kiss from me. I feel like he has no respect for me unlike Luhence. I felt his respect for me in every action and word. They are very different. I wonder why um-yes I still have Luke.

What he brought to me was misfortune. Especially with Cassandra. Even if he stops, I know he will come back to me when he has time to marry me. I shook my head and then quickly went to Ly and I's room.

***

"Where did you go, your majesty? It's past 10 in the evening. It's dangerous for you to go around without a guard," said Dwight's guardian.

He adjusted the tether on the horse before facing the old man. He released a breath before he walk passed by the old man.

"I'm with Nash earlier. And I can handle myself," was his short reply

He entered the palace-like mansion. The servants immediately bowed when they saw him.

"Majety, the food was already prepared," their head cook said with a nod

He sighed, "Send it to my room,"

"Yes your majesty,"

The woman in front of him quickly disappeared with some helpers. The young man was about to go up when he heard his mother's questioning voice.

"You're not with us earlier. Where did you go Prince Luhence Dwight? You're a responsible man. You know it's dangerous outside for you to spread darkness," the mother's voice was serious.

He just sighed again. He knows he need to go tell her the reason but not the whole reason. He's sure his mother will be mad when the lady finds out that he's getting crazy over woman.

He almost forgot that he was just going to marry another woman. And that idea even make his chest tightened. He hates it already.

"Leave us," he commanded the people around

Only when they were removed did he speak.

"I'm in the old palace the whole day that I didn't realize the time. When I'm on my way home I saw some things that catch my .... interest so I stay there for awhile before I came home "I'm sorry mom for missing the meal with you and dad,"

The young man's words seemed lifeless to hear but he didn't care anymore. He just wants to lie down now and think of the girl because that's the only place he can like it.

"I see, Prince Luhence Dwight. You're going to spend your time on something interesting especially if I really like it. But be careful Iho. Just admire not fall in love," the mother said meaningfully.

He went up to his room and just ignored his mother. He already know that. No need to slap him the truth. He knows his responsibilities and he knows that the girl with ocean blue eyes.

Will never be his.

***

I'm tired of sitting on the sofa. In those three days. Even though I was asleep, I felt like I couldn't rest. My eyes wanted to fall when I heard Dad's voice.

I was drowsy and turned my gaze to papa who was sitting on the sofa next to me.

"Pa? Aren't you in today?" I'm sleepy question

My eyes are really falling. I was about to go to sleep when suddenly papa spoke again. I went straight to my head when it suddenly hurt.

"Why don't you go up high princess? You look so tired. I'll talk to you later," papa

I nodded and made my way to my room. I collapsed on my bed and couldn't get dressed. Drowsiness consumed me quickly.

***

I don’t know how many hours I slept. I just woke up to the sound of my alarm clock which shocked me. I got up quickly and looked at the clock. My eyes widened.

"U-it's morning?" I couldn't believe my whisper

Maybe because I didn’t eat last night. Suddenly my tyan rang so I frowned. I went inside the bathroom to take a shower and fix myself. When I finished fixing my hair, I picked up the bag on the study table and walked downstairs to the kitchen. I saw dad and mom there eating. For some reason, I felt that they were talking about something serious and confidential.

I waited a few minutes just in case I found out what they were talking about so their faces were very serious but I heard nothing. The surroundings remained quiet so I just sighed and then went into the kitchen. I just look crazy.

"Good morning, ma, pa," I greeted with a smile

Mama smiled at me but it didn't reach her eyes so I quickly concluded that something was wrong. I sat on the stool next to papa while mama stood up and prepared me something to eat.

"Are you all right? There seems to be something wrong?" I will ask

They seemed stunned, but Dad answered my question right away. He laid the newspaper on the table.

"There's something wrong, Vy. And it's too big now. It's too messy," papa

"A-what? What's the matter?"

"Herbert! What are you saying !?" Mom shouted angrily

For the first time, I saw mom get angry. Now I thought I didn’t know my parents very well even though we had been together under one roof for several years.

I looked at mama and papa confused. They are both serious but the anger can be seen in mama's eyes. He also gripped the spoon he was holding.

"She's about to find out the truth! We're running out of time mylene! So get ready princess. A lot of people are watching you because you have gold on your head," papa

"That's enough. Let's talk privately Herbert. Not in front of our son," mama

"I'll go to work first. Be careful princess," papa

It was as if something had touched my chest when papa stood up and silently came out of the kitchen. I can't help but think that his attitude toward me seemed different when he uttered those words. I looked at mama who was bent over.

"Mom, don't torture me anymore. Tell me the truth," my eyes spoke

A few seconds passed before he spoke but that was not what I expected.

"You'll find out soon. Not yet but soon, son,"

That was all he said before he left me in the kitchen full of questions in mind.

"How did you say so?" Ly while sipping softdrinks

I took a bite of the burger I was holding and chuckled before I could reply to him, "Dad admitted to me earlier and mama was furious. For the first time Ly. I saw him get angry. So I know the problem of our family now, "

"If that's the case. What's that problem?" Ly

The astonishment was obvious on his face. I laid the food on the tray in front of me and sighed.

"I know papa really wanted to say everything but mama just didn't want to. All I know now is that something has changed between papa and me. Something is wrong. It just hurts because I don't know what it is,"

"That's a big and chaotic problem then. But you're brave and strong Vy. I know that. Don't let your family be ruined because of a problem you don't know where it came from and what," Ly

I nodded at him and sucked on smooties, "You're right Ly. I'll find out what that is and if I can, I'll solve it. Just don't ruin my family,"

"Go Vy!"

I sparingly smiled at him. We were quietly eating the food on the tray when I noticed the sudden silence of the entire cafeteria. I stared at the shadow of the man in front of me and I couldn’t help but feel nervous.

"Do you think I'll let you steal my Luke! Huh! I warned you but you still had the gut to flirt with my boy!" Cassandra shouted

Those close to us are gradually leaving. Ly was able to sit up but I kept looking at the tray.

"Well, if I can't warn you with words then better warn you with my hands,"

I sighed as he grabbed me by the arm and violently pulled me upright. For a second, his palms hit my face but no one helped me. I rubbed my cheek aching from the pace of his slap.

I can not talk. I couldn’t defend myself because I knew I was wrong too. I knew this was my destiny but I still allowed Luke to get close to me.

Maybe I deserve it

"V-vy ..," Lily

He tried to join me as he held Tiffany's arm. He shot it an evil look.

"I'm fine,"

"You think Luke Cervantez will really like a poor and cheap person like you? No. Never! He will just use your body until he loses his body heat and he gets bored of you. After that, he will discard you like a piece of sh-t! Remember this Elvira. You're nothing but a cheap pathetic bitch who's trying to flirt with my boy and if I ever happen to see you with him again. That's not the only thing you'll receive. Bitch! "

He hit my shoulder before he walked away. Tiffany let go of Ly's arm and quickly approached me. There was concern in his eyes.

"V-vy .."

"I'm fine Ly. I deserve that. He threatened me but I still let Luke woo me. I'll talk to Luke later and I'll tell him to stop,"

We both sighed. I said goodbye to him to go to my room. My three subjects finished quickly. I put away my belongings before I went to the gate and waited for Luke. We have a date today so I know he will wait here. Now I'm going to tell him he's stopped. This is not the right place but I have to tell him right away that I might be damned later.

Just as I expected, Luke's car parked in front of me and he had a wide smile on his face. I hugged my own arms and averted my gaze.

I have to do that. For me and mama to go home and then papa is my pro-problem.

"Baby munchki ---,"

"Stop calling me that," I said seriously

He should know that I am serious and I will not change my decision so that he will not tease me again in the next few days.

I sighed and looked into his eyes full of astonishment and irritation.

"What's with this mood of yours? Did I do something bad?" He asked irritably

"Nothing but the woman who likes you, yes, Luke. I don't want trouble so I'll direct you. Don't flirt with me Luke because you won't get anything. Yes, I liked you then but now Luke is different. I've realized You don't belong to me so stop me. I hope this is the last time you talk to me. I'm sorry, "

I turned my back on him and was about to walk as he gripped my arm tightly.

"Is that all? You're just gonna say those words and leave? What do you think of yourself huh Elvy? A rare gem? You're just a piece of shit but if you can act like you're tall. "You should be happy that a man like you was courting a cheap and poor girl like you," he said firmly.

I pulled my arm from his grasp and slapped him hard. The tightness of my chest because of the insults I handed him. This man is so shameless! That's right Cassandra. My body is just chasing this man!

"Someone like me who is poor but with dignity doesn't deserve a stinking trash like you!" I looked at him

"May I remind who's the trash here Elvy. If not because of the businessmens' money you'll never be able to enroll here. Don't be proud because you're just a trash educated fellow who is rich," Luke

I clenched my fists and did not speak. I know that if I hit him, the tire won't end. I didn't speak anymore and just shook him then he silently turned away.

"You will regret discarding me you hoe!"

I closed my eyes tightly and then ignored his insults. And when I got away from him there my tears fell.

"Are you okay?"

I was distracted by someone appearing next to me. I quickly looked at him and my eyes widened when I found out who he was.

"L-luhence ?! What are you doing here?" I can't believe my question

"I want to see you,"

I remained standing as he began to approach me. I just closed my eyes when I felt his hands on my cheek wiping the fallen tears.

"Why are you crying?" There was concern in her voice

I quickly shook my head and forced a smile to hide the embarrassment I felt. I looked embarrassing before. Why does this man suddenly appear?

He nodded and smiled at me then as if someone was looking behind me.

"Are you alone? Where is your friend?" He asked

"I'm still waiting for him," I replied

He nodded again before we were surrounded by a long silence. I had no intention of saying anything so I also remained silent while we waited for Lily.

"Lady blue?"

My heart beat faster when I heard that endearment from him again. I quickly looked at him and asked.

"I heard what you said with him. Do you still like him after what he said?"

To be continued...