I can’t believe this is happening. All I wanted was to get a teacher, an ordinary teacher but here sitting in front of me is the person I didn’t even have interaction with him in my past life. How unpredictable is that?
“So, you’re the student Mister Ancajas talked about.” His voice broke the awkward silence between us. Ever since my dad introduced us to each other, we’re in this awkward state. My dad was kind of busy so he sent us to his favourite restaurant where we can discuss this tutor life. Gin was willing to comply.
Also, it’s not a big surprise that Gin wants to be a tutor, even though he’s one of the famous bachelors in town, he still needs money. From what I’ve heard he has three sisters. He’s the oldest among them so he needs to earn a lot because both of his parents are sick and needs treatment and their company is falling apart. In a social hierarchy, it is obvious that I am above Gin since we have a lot of money.
In my first life, I’ve heard a lot about Gin and other bachelors in this town described as young, perfect, smart and handsome men. I never paid attention to this kind of thing in my first life because I was too focused on June and our relationship.
Gin is undeniably handsome and cute. He’s not one of those people who have a very intimidating aura around them, in fact, my first impression about him is like a ball of sunshine-
I blushed in embarrassment. Why am I thinking weird thoughts right now!? It makes the situation even more awkward!
“Miss?”
“Ah yes, what were you talking about?”
He licked his lower lip, “When will we start?” Said Gin while holding the cup of coffee.
“Tomorrow,” I stated and sipped my own glass of milk.
The restaurant doesn’t have too many customers and I thank God for that. Someone who might know me comes in, at any moment so I need to finish this discussion of ours as fast as I could. Why did I agree to come here? We could just go somewhere more private in order to avoid the people who might misunderstand this situation and I can't even say he's a tutor since that's supposed to be a secret. If I invite him to a secret and private place, will he think I'm a pervert? I don't want to risk that. Plus staying at my dad's office is a huge NO because my auntie might come. She also works there so it's very risky.
Ah, whatever. I'm here and I'll just finish this quickly.
"Anyway, my dad told you about what I want right?" I said and puts down my cup. He looked at me and smiled slowly.
"Of course I've heard it. I understand. Anything you want to add?"
"No just keep this a secret and let's meet at the villa my dad recommended. It's kinda far from here, will you be okay with that?"
"I'm fine. Anyways how about-" I cut off his sentence when I shushed him. We're in the corner of the restaurant and we've ordered a table for two so it was easy to reach his face and clamped my hands his mouth with my hands.
"Fuck..." I mumbled while peeking at the two people at his back. It was none other than June and someone I'm not familiar with. It's a girl but I'm sure it's not Navia. Still, it doesn't matter if it's my sister or not, I still need to hide. They're sitting three tables away from us and I'm glad he didn't notice my existence.
"What is it?" Gin whispered when he slowly get rid of my hand. He also took a peek quickly from his back and turned back at me again, "Your boyfriend right?" I didn't realize that I was so close to his face, and only when I smelt his coffee breathe made me jump back in my seat.
"Is that June?" He asked once again.
"Shh, lower your voice. Also, how'd you know?" I whispered slightly.
"The Ancajas family is no joke, of course as the heiress I would know who you're with," Answered Gin. He was right. Everyone who knows my family knows about June and our relationship.
"Ah dammit, I never expected him to be here," I uttered and lowered my head more, afraid that June might notice me. I know that I'm not doing anything wrong and he's the one suspicious but I can't afford to lose him when I still need something from him. So right now, I need to get out of here without him acknowledging my presence.
"Aren't you curious about the girl?"
"Why would I?" I raised an eyebrow at the guy who seemed to enjoy what's happening right now. His eyes are twinkling in excitement. Is he a drama lover? I frowned.
"Well, because he's your boyfriend?" He chuckled quietly.
"Probably." I shrugged, "But that's not important right now. We need to get out of here. ASAP."
"Why don't you wanna go and confront him?" said Gin mischievously.
"Shut up and follow me." I hissed while grabbing some cloth from the table.
"Why would I?" He mocked my voice as he asked that stupid question. I glared at him. Forget about being a 'ball of sunshine' impression, right now he looks like an asshole.
I rolled my eyes afterwards and wrapped the table cloth around my head and my face. After that, I was about to stand up and leave this jerk tutor behind when he grabbed my wrist and smiled, "I'm just kidding." He gave me a peace sign and stood up. He then puts his hand on my shoulders.
"What are you doing?" I gritted my teeth as I asked him that.
"Helping you."
Then he started walking while making me lean on his chest. I cannot resist or even shout since I need to keep my identity a secret from June. I thought Gin would go straight to the exit door but he stopped at June's table. My heart pounded. What the hell!
"Sir, is that your girlfriend?" Gin innocently asked them. I gritted my teeth even more. I pinched him at the back secretly. What is he trying to do now?!
The next words that came out from my boyfriend made me numb. It was unexpected and it made my heart clench tightly. Even if he did kill me in my past life and is now planning to cheat with my step-sister, the feelings I got for him were still not erased although it's getting weaker by the day. Still hearing those unexpected words...
"Oh no, she's my wife."
“Oh really? I was curious since you both looked perfect so I came here and asked,” Gin laughed. His words made me want to throw a punch on his face. What an excuse.“I see. Is she your wife too?” June pointed at me, hiding in the cloth. I buried my face harder on Gin’s chest, trying to hide my wet eyes. I wiped it using the cloth that I hung around my head.“Probably.” Gin’s voice almost sounded like he’s angry but maybe I just didn’t hear it correctly. His grip on my shoulder tightened even more but not to the point where it hurts.After wiping the tears of the sudden shock, I looked at them again. The girl was just sitting quietly. Her long brown hair was covering her face and she’s crouching so it’s hard to see most of her features but I saw some bruises on her wrist.“Oh.” June laughed at Gin’s remarks. He then tapped the shoulder of his wife, “Say hello,&r
“I-I saw Miss Freya going into your room…”I scratched my ears as I listen to their nonsense story. The same thing happened before. My dumb self was framed and no one believed except for Navia who acted like a savior right in front of me. Well, now that I know this, I prepared a little bomb to drop for them.“What?” My grandma raised her voice, “Are you implying that my apo is the culprit?” (‘Apo’ is the Tagalog of ‘grandchild’) Her angry voice boomed and I saw how the maid’s hands shook in fear. I almost smirked but I kept it in. If it was in the past, I would cry immediately and deny things and that made everything worst. So right now, I’ll let my grandma handle this.“N-no, ma’am.” I can hear the maid’s sniffs. Poor girl. Bribed by the money of evil, now she’s in that situation.“My goodness!” Grandma t
“What the hell are you doing here?” I half-shouted at the man climbing towards my window. When he finally gets inside my room, I smacked his head.“Harsh.” He groaned but then laugh after. He faced me and waved a brown envelope in front of my face.“What’s that?”“Your weapon.”I scoff at his response. What? A weapon? Did he bring in some lethal things so I could get my revenge?“Are you stupid?” I glared at him. If looks could kill, he’d probably be dead by now.He shrugged and handed me the envelope, “Look at it,” Said Gin and sat on my bed as if nothing happened.“I’ll look at it after you tell me what the hell and how did you get in here?” I put my right hand on my waist and raised an eyebrow at him.“I sneak in of course.” He laid on the bed comfortably and closed his eyes, “It was a little difficult hone
“M – Marry?” I almost shouted in shock. This guy is making a deal by getting us tied? “Yes." His tone of boredom made me more nervous. This guy is something else. How could he talk about marriage like it's no joke? "Ah, seriously." I closed my eyes and calmed myself first. He's so annoying! How can a person be like this? Even the sound of his breathing annoys the hell out of me! “Think about it, pretty lady. Use that head of yours.” He rise up and went to my window, “I’ll get your answer next time we meet.” He winks and opens it. My eyes went wide when he just jumped off without hesitation. I quickly ran to see his state. I know that my room is located on the second floor and it’s not that high but still it can cause certain injuries if you jumped from this floor. “Are you crazy?!” I mouthed at the guy who’s standing like he didn’t just jump from a high place. He waved his hands at me and turned his back around before starting to run.That guy!
I was waiting for the painful impact but I felt none after a while. So I slowly opened my eyes to see my condition, maybe it’s a miracle that I can still walk or use one of my hands after this. I’ll surely find out who pushed me off!“You okay?” An unfamiliar voice caught me off guard. I look up to see blinding blonde hair and shining blue eyes.Who’s this?“Who’re you?” I raised my eyebrow instinctively. He looks like an American and I’ve never seen this man before. Not in my past nor in my current memories.“I’ll tell you once you get off.”I gasped when I finally assisted what situation I’m in. Basically, when I fell, this guy out of nowhere appeared and saved me like a knight. He has fast reflexes, I suppose. But who’s he?I quickly escaped away from his embrace, even if I was struggling in shock, he made sure to let go of me slowly and gently. I couldn&r
"Good morning, lady. You’re even shining today though you’ve always been this bright,” He cheered.“Please be quiet, I can’t even hear myself losing the will to live,” I groaned. This man can’t be serious. Why is he here, early in the morning? And what’s with the introduction of being my fiancée? He’s making my head hurt more.“As a proper fiancée, I need to make sure my future wife had a good sleep.” He raised his shoulders, offering me his assistance. Of course, I hesitated at first but I accepted it anyway.“Accepting that means you said yes to my offer?” He sneered which made me roll my eyes and almost retrieved my hands away from his grip but the hands that snaked around his shoulders were sandwiched even more. I frowned.“No, take backs.”“What are you, a child?”“Probably, if you want me to.”I realize
“What the hell, Freya?” The angry voice from June roared. I saw the sky outside getting gloomy, it feels like a sign that today will be another stress in a cup. “June,” I called his name once again. His eyes drifted down at my hands that were holding Gin’s wrist. I can see how it angered him more. He openly gritted his teeth so hard that I saw his jaw move. I let Gin go and gave him a knowing look. I need him to stay out of sight for a bit so things wouldn’t get messy. “Alright,” He backed up. June took wide steps to reach where I stood. He even tried to grab Gin who’s walking towards Navia and Van but I immediately stopped him by snatching the hem of his white polo t-shirt. “Let’s talk.” June’s expression softened when we met eyes. “Freya.” Now that we’re standing close, I can see how pale he is. His breath is shaky and heavy. I grabbed his hands and guided him to the place where I should’ve brou
Hearing his word made me realize how much of an asshole he really is. He’s not the June I imagined him to be. I was so blinded by love that even his flaws became perfect to me and I ignored the red flags before thinking that he’s just an imperfect human being that loves me too. I went on my knees to look at June’s eyes. “You’re not the man I love.” “After a year you’re going to have a change of heart? We promise each other!” He cried out. “You probably love me because of my money, right?” “Freya, t-that’s not it! I love you, honestly-“ A slap landed on his face again. “Leave,” I stood up, “You’re not welcome here or in my life anymore.” With that, I opened the door and went outside. I waited for him to get out before closing it. “Freya…” He called lovingly. It made my heart sting in pain again. How could he sound so sweet despite the things he has done? I want to shout at him. To question him why he pushed