Cara followed Keith into the kitchen. “Why did you say no? The broker offered me a $100 discount for the first three months.” She watched him whistle while chopping the vegetables. “Answer me!” She couldn’t help but smile back as Keith flashed her a cheeky grin and a wink. “Are you all right?” “Yes?” He lifted an eyebrow. “Do you find something wrong with me?” “I’ve never seen this side of you. Cheerful. Happy. Enjoying! What’s up with you?” She asked. Keith shifted his attention from the vegetables to Cara. “So, you want to see me tired, snooty, and rude?” “That side is detestable to me!” Keith chuckled and resumed his tasks. “But why aren’t you letting me shift to a new apartment? I have a job. I can provide for myself.” She took a stance by the kitchen island and confronted him. “Spare me your pity.” ~ KEITH~ As soon as I heard the word ‘pity,’ I let out a deep breath and released my grip on the knife. Cara’s beautiful eyes went wide as I trapped her to the kitchen counter.
Outside the Genovese house, a black car pulled up. Janet made an appearance in a black, floor-length gown. She had her golden hair elegantly tied up in a bun and her diamond earrings were gleaming in her ears. The scarlet carpet guided her to the door, and her eyes widened as she observed the elite gathering within. A girl approached her with a tray of masks, and Janet chose a silver one. “Thanks!” Smiling, she donned the mask and joined the party. “Just finish your job and get out of this madness!” She said in her heart. “God, I hope I don’t bump into anyone from the past.” Standing under the opulent golden chandelier, she surveyed the room for Sebastian, but he was nowhere to be found. The lights slowly dimmed and as Janet turned to look for him, she came face to face with the hypnotizing black eyes. “Are you looking for me?” Sebastian stepped forward. “We need to talk!” Sebastian snaked his arms around Janet’s waist, pulling her close to him, and she felt his warm breath on h
[MATURE SCENE AHEAD] Amidst the hustle and bustle of the cafe, Cara spotted Keith’s car parked outside through the clear glass window. The sight of him waiting for her made a smile spread on her lips, causing her to finish her work quickly and rush out to meet him. “Hey! I didn’t expect you to make it for lunch?” Leaning against the car door, Keith wrapped his hands around her waist, pulling her in close. “I was missing you!” He smiled. “Look what I got for us!” He took out tickets from his pocket. “Bali!” She looked up at him with surprise in her eyes. “Let’s escape for a week!” He whispered in her ear, and Cara nodded like an excited child. “Now let’s eat something! My stomach is growling.” Cara chuckled as they walked into the café. They enjoyed lunch together and she couldn’t help but steal glances at him. He seemed to be preoccupied with something, and she wondered what was troubling him. “Is everything okay?” Keith glanced up from his food. “It’s nothing! Just work stre
“Why are we in the garage?” Aries’s father was puzzled. Aries gestured to Mike and he pulled off the red velvet cover, revealing a stunning vintage blue car. Ace’s face contorted with surprise, and his eyes widened. “Oh, heavens! Where did you get this from?” He touched the car and then faced Aries. “My father had wished for it. I had to fulfill it at any cost!” Aries responded, causing Ace’s eyes to well up with tears. “I apologize for interrupting. I’m intrigued as to why this car is so exceptional?” Mike couldn’t help but ask. “My father, George Grayson, was a famous car designer. In his final days, he designed this and sold it to the company. Only three cars were made for this model. White, red, blue. I found two other cars, but not this one.” Ace gazed at the car, then turned to Aries. “Aries promised to get me this car! I am so proud of you!” He held his shoulder and smiled. “Thank you very much!” “Come on, Dad! Your wish is my command. Here are the keys!” He forwarded his
“I’m sorry, Genelia!” Keith made an apology. “My family caused humiliation for you. I had no inkling of their intentions. They talked to your family without my knowledge.” “It’s fine. I get it, you don’t like me.” Tears glistened in her eyes as she smiled at Keith. “It’s not true! Of course, I like you. It’s just I love Cara! Please forgive me for breaking your heart.” “I am curious to know what makes her so special.” Her lips tremble, but Genelia manages to keep her composure and not break down. “What does she have that I don’t?” “I don’t need any other reason to marry Cara except for my love for her.” “Marry?” The news left Genelia stunned, her eyes widening in disbelief. “I am planning to propose to her tonight!” The shock Genelia felt was indescribable. Her body froze in place. “D-don’t you think it’s too early?” The moment Keith noticed she was in tears, he decided to disappoint her for one more time, hoping everything would be better and they could start anew when they me
“Shit!” Hoping it was Keith, Cara quickly grabbed her phone and opened the door, only to be taken aback by Aries standing outside. “Keith requested me to stay by your side until he returns,” Aries spoke, his attention was drawn to her phone, and when he saw his picture on her mobile screen, he couldn’t help but smirk. Following his gaze, Cara quickly turned off the screen. “I can take care of myself, Mr. Grayson!” Aries paid no attention to Cara and strode inside. He reclined comfortably on the couch and picked up a magazine. “Can I have a strong coffee, please?” Cara stood still for a moment, contemplating how to ask him politely to leave, but eventually, she walked to the kitchen, kicking off her heels. Milo was overjoyed to see the guest and greeted him with a wagging tail. “Hello!” Aries extended his hand toward Milo. From the kitchen, Cara observed everything with keen interest. “Milo doesn’t welcome….” She was about to speak, but her words died in her throat when Milo whine
Aries knocked on the door several times, but there was no response. He gently pushed the door open and his eyes immediately fell on Cara, sprawled across the disheveled bed in a deep slumber. Milo lifted his gaze and observed Aries taking measured steps toward them. “Cara!” As he muttered her name softly, he couldn’t help but notice her thick lashes, straight nose, and plump lips that looked so kissable. While his grey eyes remained fixed on her, Cara’s face twisted into a deep frown and she eventually turned to the other side, sobbing. In the process, she kicked the blanket off and her long shiny legs were on the display. Her cries grew louder, piercing the silence of the night. “Cara!” Aries sat on the edge of the bed and gently shook her, but she remained unresponsive. “Hey, wake up!” He shook her harder this time, and she jolted awake, sitting up on the bed. Her chest rose and fell rapidly as she breathed through her mouth. Aries locked eyes with her. “Is Keith home?” “Not Ke
“Aries, what's with the attitude?” His grandma shot him an angry look. “How could you abandon such a pretty girl at the party all alone and leave with another woman? Who was she?” “Keith’s girlfriend! He asked me to take her home and I couldn't turn him down.” Aries answered and shifted his focus to Isla. “And Isla wasn’t alone. She was with Genelia.” Isla's throat tightened as she held his unyielding gaze. Last night, it seemed as though Aries was absorbed in his world and oblivious to her presence, yet he was aware of everything. “I left the driver and car. I had to leave to accompany Cara. It was important to me.” Cynthia's heart burned, but she maintained composure by smiling gracefully. “Cara! That’s a lovely name.” Cynthia and Isla noticed the enchanting smile on Aries's face as his grandmother spoke. “Aries, it’s so nice to finally meet you!” Cynthia said and Aries’s attention shifted to her. “Am glad to meet you too, Mrs. Glaziers!” He smiled and sat next to his father. “