Leilani looked at him, lost, then blinked once, then twice, before she uttered something really stupid. "I wasn't staring"He arched a brow. "I never said you were. " His teeth were so white and straight she had never noticed."So why did you ask that dumb question?" she retorted.His grin widened. "What question?" She frowned "Don't play dumb"Picking up two plates "I do not know what you're talking about" he chuckled.She gritted her teeth. "Yes, you do. " He served the food on two plates. "What? that you think I'm hot?""Yes. " her eyes widened at what she just said, clasping her hand over her mouth. Aries laughed.Dropping the yummy looking plate of food in front of her "So honest angel"Stuttering, she tried to defend herself, licking her lips "I meant no. " taking the glass of water he gave to her, she drank it to calm her heartbeat. It wasn't working. "Just because you're handsome doesn't mean you should be cocky about it." She wanted the earth to open and swallow her right
All the staff complimented him as he left the stage "So handsome" he them whisper among themselves.Anastasia walked towards him, holding a towel and a can of drink. "Being a rookie actor is hard work, here drink up. " She handed him the drink and towel.Reluctantly, he took it from not wanting to seem suspicious. "It would be nice to have you as the lead actor. What's your name again?" He held his breath as hit him with the question he hadn't been expecting "Alexander" "Okay, Alex see you tomorrow and here's a tip whatever he tells you, do it," she advised him to place her hand on his chest. He took a step back.Putting on a cheerful smile, he said, "Thanks for the advice"Laughing awkwardly, she waved him goodbye. He cursed through clenched teeth. That little bitch if he could break her neck for ruining his career, he would. She should just wait he will end here.Softly, he knocked on the office door. "Coming in"Aries walked into the office. It wasn't big small to be honest. Ther
Leilani currently sat across from him on the table, passing him the contract. "I'll pay you one million dollars every month for as long as you are married to me."His eye twitched with annoyance, but he kept his cool look at the contract. "No physical contact, no emotional conversation, no sexual interaction..." he burst into laughter.Arching a brow, she cleared her throat. "This marriage is business and we must act professional. I am introducing to my parents on Christmas Eve." She cutting into the garnished food on her plate with a knife.Drinking a glass of water, she continued, "I asked them to give me a couple more weeks, to find a suitable husband, but really I'm busy fudging an identity for you".Relaxing into the sit, "I have to deceive my entire family and you have to as well, which is why I'm trying so hard to get you a lead role in a new movie."Picking up the remote, she turned on the TV.To Aries surprise, the director was on the news. "they have arrested Director Han St
A body dropped from the top of the stairs to the ground. Aries heart thumped hard in his chest. He knew he better feign blindness or he would end up like the lifeless body on the ground.The old man, he had seen him for the first time in the mansion he had previously worked in. He came downstairs with Sharon's arm around his. Everyone was in a bowing position.This man's aura was so terrifying. Aries held his breath as he walked past them. Everyone one followed behind him. Aries could sense the man was angry, yet he dared not speak unless asked.Taking their sits he respected himself a stood, since he naturally loved breathing. "I don't know your name, but you have impeccable manners, young man"Aries still didn't raise his head. The old man's voice echoed in the dining room, "And you? Who exactly are you?"A man who Aries hadn't noticed before sat beside Sharon stammering, rubbing his hands nervously on his lap. "Father, I am Sharon's boyfriend" The old man cocked his head to the s
The movie played as he set the popcorn. Sitting to watch it, he really couldn't believe the man on the screen was him. He had to admit the doctor did an excellent job because even he didn't recognize himself.Leilani joined him in the parlour with her own bowl of popcorn. She watched his every move on the screen. "You are unbelievably good at acting. " She seemed impressed, he could tell.He smiled, turning his gaze back to the TV. "That's because I've been through what the character has been through: the humiliation, the suffering, the abandonment, the betrayal"Chuckling, he felt her glare boring into his head. He looked into her empty eyes. "I didn't mean to spoil the mood"Her eyes clouded with emotion. "You didn't""Your mother was silent today" he questioned chewing a mouth full of popcorn.She frowned. "eeww, chew with your mouth closed. Women don't share opinions in my godfather's house. It's better to be silent or my godfather will really silence you"Curious, he probed furth
The morning was very grey; the sky filled with a storm as he walked into the abandoned warehouse. The place was a dump site. Crushed car remains, trash, rotten food and empty containers formed a wall as he walked through the narrow path.As soon as they sighted him, they ran, opening an umbrella over his head. The others went on their knees, their heads touching the earth. "Welcome, master"They lead him underground. The place was bright enough. Everyone seemed busy, some working on their advanced technology and other's training in brutal combat.It was an illegal gang filled with hardened criminals. "My Lord, it's been almost a year since we saw you. We have missed you dearly. Everyone bow to the master. " In sync, everyone bowed except one. "I refuse to accept you as my master. " Another man pulled at the arrogant huge man's pants, trying to reason with him. "I don't think you are fit to be our ruler. I challenge you"He stared at them intensely. He knew he looked different. They
Aries nervously swallowed. He and Leilani sat opposite his entire family. His father and stepmother, Viana, Greg and Suzy. Suzy looked taller now. Had it been that long? He wondered. He avoided their gaze so they wouldn't recognize him.They filled the breakfast table; the food was abundant, and the godfather seemed to be in a great mood.The man kept looking at Aries throughout the breakfast. Eros joined them at the breakfast, making Leilani uncomfortable, though only Aries would notice because she was so calm even when troubled. An unreadable expression on his face, god father cleared his throat to gain their attention "Good morning children" we all mumbled a greeting in response "I have good news, Viana and Eros with Alex and Leilani will get married on December 23rd by noon"Sharon slammed her glass on the table. "pardon me"Viana spat the wine she had been drinking, followed by Leilani choking on her wine. "What! 23rd is seven days from now," Viana retorted." godfather, I have
Leilani and Aries sat on the balcony overlooking the entire forestry scene. "Tell me, how did you find out?" She looked at him, opening a bottle of scotch. "About what?"He stayed quiet. "Oh that, I saw them. The day he broke up with me, Sharon was in the car." A painful smile displayed on her lips. "She must have really loved him for her to look at him like that"Deep in thought, he questioned, "Doesn't that mean there will be a conflict between her and Viana?"Staring at the sky, she replied, "I guess not that I care. Sharon is too ambitious and territorial. If Viana isn't careful, she can make Viana's life a nightmare"The atmosphere was chilly, the evening snow pouring softly. "So, are you going to tell me who you want revenge against at least? I seem to tell you everything, but you never tell me anything." Leilani pouted.His face was expressionless as he spoke. "Once upon a time, a kind woman ruled the world. Everyone envied her and wanted what she had. Even the one who she lo