"Adam, by the way," I said as we simultaneously introduced ourselves, speaking our names in unison. I briefly lowered my head after shaking hands with him and quickly pulled away.At that moment, when our hands touched, it felt like I was shocked. Especially when I saw Adam smile at me. Ugh! Lola! What is happening to you?!"Anyway, we have to go now..." Laurene paused for a moment and faced Adam."If Lola and I happen to see you again, we would be glad to spend time with you. Just the two of you, right?" she said, emphasizing her words while looking at me as if she wanted me to nod along with her silly idea. She then looked at me and then at Adam with an evil smirk.Both Adam and I looked away from each other simultaneously. I suddenly cleared my throat.What is Laurene saying? Urgh! It's so embarrassing in front of Adam!"Let's see each other next time and talk about a lot of things, especially with Tyler. I know he would really like that." I said, looking at Tyler, who nodded with

I lowered my body onto my bed, spread my arms, and now I'm staring at the ceiling. The room is dimly lit, with only the lamp post outside the house reflecting into the room, casting a reflection on half of my face.I closed my eyes briefly due to drowsiness, but before that, Tyler suddenly entered my mind. I briefly thought about telling him that I am his true sibling and the real biological father.What if I tell him the truth while he's still young?Although I know it will cause him pain and disappointment, including Salde--my father, I believe that at his young age, he will understand the reasons why we decided to take him to the orphanage.In fact, besides the plan I made to visit my father in the province, I will also bring Tyler with me. Because I have already made the decision to take him to Monte House and let him live in the province for a while. I will take a leave from work to spend a few days with my father, together with Tyler. And if it is possible, although I want to li

"Oh! Lola! You're already here!" Jane greeted me happily as she approached Summer and Candice."You're so damn gorgeous! You outdid us with your outfit and beauty tonight!" Candice jokingly remarked.Speaking of which, Summer was wearing a white satin dress with a slit, while Candice had a black top that revealed her cleavage and went down to her thighs. Meanwhile, Jane was wearing a dress with a deep V-neck and a lantern print with a touch of polka dots. It was pink, matching her skin tone just like mine."What else can we expect? Duh," our crazy friends laughed together and high-fived.They tried to examine me from head to toe, and Summer pretended to be shocked as if she were choking. I just rolled my eyes, and we all chuckled.Crazy. Well, I know I look good and so do they, of course!"By the way, where's Laurene? Isn't she with you?" Summer looked around, hoping that Laurene might be there."Well, she's probably taking longer because she's with her boyfriend. But they're probably

"Oh, by the way, congratulations on the successful conference today. I know your company will continue to thrive," I said, trying to steal a glance at him, a slight smile on my lips. Then I shifted my gaze away from him, focusing on our path, while my hands held onto my small red purse."Thank you, Lola. Well, I hope so. And I know that through this, many opportunities are waiting for me," he replied, a sense of joy on his face as he spoke."Yeah," I said, nodding along. Then I continued with a playful tone, "And when was the last time I heard that your business didn't make it to the top? You even surpassed me." We both laughed as we continued walking."Not like that," he chuckled softly, scratching his head and sliding his hand back into his pocket. Then he continued, "But in my opinion, I can't compete, especially when it comes to painting. You are the most talented and skilled girl I know, and that's the compliment I've heard from others when it comes to you."Based on what he said

Adam LopezI leaned against the wall, took a cigarette from my pocket, and lit it using the lighter I also had in my pocket. I took a deep breath before exhaling the smoke. For a moment, my teeth clenched in frustration because I didn't expect to see that earlier."Darn it! Fuck! Did they do it on purpose? Right in front of me?!" I almost shouted because it felt like my heart was about to explode with unknown emotions.Yeah. I don't know why I'm not happy with what I saw earlier between Heaven and Lola, especially when I witnessed that idiot Lola just allowing herself to be kissed like that by that damn Heaven.Damn! Why should I care about him? Shit! I should stop this! I shouldn't have bothered them earlier. Stupid! What is she to me anyway?! I said to myself."Hey, man! Why are you here? Do you have a problem? Are you heartbroken? Share it with me, maybe I can help you," I almost angrily threw the cigarette butt on the ground after quickly taking a drag. I composed myself and faced