"Marco, you still haven't told me who you are going to meet," Raina said.Marco sighed for the umpteenth time. This is all he has been hearing since he woke up. It's like Raina didn't sleep at all."I am going to see my godfather,""Don't play coy with me, Marco. I had no idea you had a godfather." Raina pointed out.Marco shrugged, "Well, Raina. There are a lot of things you don't know about me."Thank you for telling me." Raina rolled her eyes."It's always one thing with you, do you enjoy fighting with me? Because I swear that's all you do." Marco said.Raina's eyes blazed as soon as he said that and Marco knew he was going to be late.Raina stood up, glaring at him."Excuse me?" she asked, she placed her hands across her chest."What is it that you want from me?" Marco asked.He turned to to give her his full attention, maybe that's the problem. He has not been paying attention to her."What do you mean by that?" Raina glared at him."I am asking you, Raina." Marco snapped."I wan
Raina stood frozen, staring at the closed door as if she was in a daze. The sound of the door shutting echoed in her ears, causing her to flinch involuntarily. She couldn't believe what had just happened. Marco had just walked out on her. She had never felt so alone in her life.She had no idea if he broke up with her or if he needed a break. Raina sighed to herself.As she waited for a minute, she hoped that Marco would come back, that he would change his mind and apologize for his behavior. But as she heard the sound of his car door slamming shut and his car driving away, she knew that it wasn't going to happen. Marco was gone, and she was left to deal with the aftermath of their argument.Raina slid down the door, her tears flowing freely down her face. She felt like her world had just collapsed in on itself. She blamed herself for being so insecure that she wouldn't trust him. She knew that her insecurities had been a problem in their relationship, but she had always hoped tha
The restaurant was a trendy and upscale establishment with a warm and inviting ambiance. Marco stepped into the restaurant, taking in the warmth and the delicious smells that wafted through the air. The interior was tastefully decorated with modern furnishings, soft lighting, and colorful artwork adorning the walls.The restaurant was divided into several sections, including a main dining area with tables arranged in a semi-circular shape around a central bar, a spacious lounge area with plush couches and armchairs, and several private booths.The restaurant attracted a diverse crowd of people, ranging from well-dressed couples enjoying a romantic dinner to groups of friends catching up over drinks. The majority of the patrons were young professionals in their twenties and thirties, dressed in stylish attire.The restaurant also had a vibrant and bustling energy, with the sounds of lively conversation and laughter filling the air. The waitstaff was attentive and courteous, moving
Everywhere was silence, you could drop a pin and it would be loud.Raina was frozen, she blinked twice to make sure she heard Marco well."What?" she asked quietly so Marco could hear.Lily stood with both hands on her hips as she glared hard at Raina who kept her gaze steady on Marco.Seeing as Marco wasn't going to say anything, Lily did for him."You heard him, he asked you to leave." Raina scoffed, she stood quietly and glared back at Lily."Who do you think you are?" Raina asked Lily."Not a bitch for sure, now get the hell out." Lily snapped.Raina burst Into laughter as she stared at Marco who had his head buried in his hands."Marco, are you going sit there and let her talk to me that way?" Raina askedLily scoffed, she muttered profanities to herself.She sighed and turned to Raina."Look, can you like keep your insecurity aside for now? Now is not the time." Lily said in a pleading tone.She looked at Marco and all she felt was pity, she could imagine how hard it was gettin
Everyone froze except Lily. The silence was tight and the sound of labored breathing could be heard.Lily let out a scoff, "Wow, you are even a bigger bitch than I thought."And just like that the spell was broken. Raina gaped and she realized she had spilled the beans.She took a look around and found Kelvin glaring at her, his eyes darted between her and Marco.Marco leaped from his seat, eyes blazing as he advanced on her.His heart split into two as he glanced at Kelvin, the betrayal clear as day in his eyes as he stared at his friend."Is this true?" he asked Raina.Raina kept quiet, her eyes wide like saucers as she stared at Marco."Marco..." she tried to plead but Marco looked away and back to Kelvin."Kelvin, is this true?" he asked.Kelvin opened his mouth and closed it again, the words didn't pass his throat.He leveled a glare at Raina, who shifted her eyes away from him."Is this true?" Marco yelled startling Raina. Kelvin snapped out of his reverie and took a step towar
Marco trudged up the stairs, he held onto each railing for support as he took them one at a time.He was exhausted and he wanted nothing more than to lay on his bed and sleep till daybreak.Marco slowly made his way up the stairs, his feet dragging with each step. He felt the weight of his body bearing down on his knees and his chest heaving with each breath. His muscles ached, and his heart pounded against his chest as he struggled to climb the endless staircase.As he reached for the railing, he felt his grip slip, and panic began to rise within him. He tightened his grasp and steadied himself, taking a moment to catch his breath before continuing up the stairs.Marco's exhaustion was overwhelming, and his body begged for rest. His legs felt like lead, and every step was a struggle. "Marco, are you sure you are okay?" Lily called out.Marco turned to her, "Yes I am okay. For some reason the stairs look longer than usual today." he said."Or you are exhausted." Lily chirped in.Mar
"Marco, you in there?" Marco slowly stirred from his slumber as the sound of a persistent knocking roused him from his sleep. His eyes are still heavy with sleep, he squinted as the bright light of the morning sun streamed into his room. He held his hand to his face, shielding his eyes from the harsh light. The knocking continued, louder and more urgent now.Marco sat up in bed and listened closely. He could hear a faint voice calling out his name from the other side of the door. He rubbed his eyes and swung his legs over the edge of the bed. He stood up and took a deep breath, trying to shake off the grogginess that still clung to him."It's Lily, I need to know if you are okay," the voice called out again.Marco groaned, "Yes, I am okay."He padded to the door and opened it, Lily was standing with her fist in the air like she was about to knock again."Hey," he said tiredly."Hey,"Marco turned back and headed back to bed."No, no, no. I know you are not about to lay in bed again
"This is so good," Marco said, his mouth full of burgers."I told you, this is the best burger." Lily gloated."You have only been here a few days and you already know this?" Marco asked.Lily shrugged, "I travel a lot. I have been here before. " Marco's face lit up with interest, "Really?"Yeah, when you have a lot of time on your hands. You use it carefully. Besides I had no idea we were coming to see you.""I am as surprised as you. It's funny because Raina and I fought over this." Marco revealed.Lily's eyes went wide with surprise, "Really? Why?""I don't know. She gets jealous these days and I brushed it off at first but this one she took personally." Marco said.His face pinched when he thought about their argument.He felt his heart constrict again at the thought of Raina. He knew there was no going back after this but a part of him felt empty."Do you miss her?" Lily asked.Marco nodded without hesitation. "I do, what we had was special but it's over now.""I am so sorry."
The grand decorations adorned the ballroom with an air of regal elegance as if it were a fairy tale brought to life. The theme of the night was none other than royalty, and every corner of the ballroom was beautifully adorned with twinkling lights, cascading flowers, and royal insignia.Transporting everyone into a world of fantasy and dreams.All eyes were drawn to Marco and Lily as they stepped into the hall. They looked good and on the theme. They made for a truly captivating sight as if they had stepped out of a storybook. The music played, Marco's eyes locked with Lily's, and he couldn't resist the opportunity to seize the moment. With a playful glint in his eye, he adopted a charming British accent, saying, "May I have the honor of this dance, my lady?" Lily giggled."Why, of course, kind sir," Lily replied, mimicking the accent, her laughter like sweet music to his ears. She placed her delicate hand in his outstretched arm, and together, they gracefully made their way to
"When I tell you that you are crazy, believe me," Lily mumbled.She rested her head against the headrest and covered her eyes with a sleeping mask.Marco grunted and did the same, it was going to be a long flight.Marco and Lily's flight touched down at the bustling airport, and they both let out a sigh of relief. Stepping off the plane, Marco felt the warm breeze of London enveloping them, and excitement filled his nostrils.Lily, with a slight yawn, turned to Marco and said, "You know, after this long flight, we should go rest a little before we go to the big house."Marco, however, seemed hesitant. "I understand that you need rest, Lily, but I need to take care of it now. If we get it done quickly, we can then relax and have a great time leading up to the prom back home."Lily smiled understandingly, knowing how important it was for him to come here. "Alright, I get it. Let's do what we need to do first, and then we can enjoy ourselves without any worries."They collected their
"What the hell is going on here?" The voice bellowed startling Marco from sleep, he gazed with sleepy eyes into the eyes of Anthony.Marco looked around him and discovered that Lily was still sleeping with the sheet covered but it would take a fool not to guess what they had done.He sighed, not making a move."I believe I asked a question," Anthony said."You know we live together, were you expecting something else?" Marco asked.He got up gently, thankful he had slept with his boxers.He put on his shorts and headed downstairs, well aware that Anthony was following behind."Marco," the man questioned.Marco went to the fridge and took out a bottle of water."I am talking to you, boy."Marco leveled him with a bored look, "What do you want?"Anthony stepped towards him in a threatening manner."I told you how I felt about sleeping with my daughter.""Was this before or after you shot my dad?" Marco asked. Anthony stood there, his eyes locked onto Marco, his mouth hung wide open in
Marco said nothing.He just stared at Lily wide-eyed."You what?" he asked.Lily shrugged, "I thought we could sit down and talk about us when this is all over but the issue with my father is hanging over my head."Marco took a step closer, "Lily,""No, hear me out."Marco kept mute and just listened, Lily took a deep breath."I love my father, I do but what he did is unforgivable. I am not going to lie that I will be sad if you kill him but I understand.""So you will hate me?"Lily shook her head, "I will be sad but like I said, I understand."Marco nodded.Lily stretched out her hand again, this time Marco took it and they went home. "Stay here, Marco," Lily said, her voice trembling slightly. "I need to grab something from upstairs."Marco nodded, trying to hide his anxiety. He trusted Lily's decision, but this situation was unlike anything he had ever experienced. He had no idea what to do.As she disappeared up the stairs, he was left alone with his thoughts and the haunting s
Marco sat alone at the dimly lit bar, his fingers wrapped tightly around a glass of amber liquid. The scent of alcohol filled his nose and calmed him, the chatter and laughter of the other patrons. But Marco was lost in his world of turmoil, his heart pounding in his chest like a drum.The bar was his refuge now, a place where he could drown his sorrows and numb the pain that was gnawing at him. The whiskey burned his throat, but he welcomed the sensation, hoping it would distract him from the storm raging inside. His thoughts were a chaotic whirlwind of anger, fear, and desperation, threatening to consume him completely. Tonight, everything reached a boiling point, and Marco felt like he was losing control.He glanced around the bar, observing the carefree smiles on the faces of others. Envy gnawed at him. Why couldn't he be like them? Why couldn't he let go of his anger and simply enjoy the moment? But the darkness within him refused to let go, gripping his heart like a vice.
A bang woke Marco up from sleep.All the shopping yesterday had worn him out. It was worth it.Seeing the smile on Lily's face made him happy.He rubbed his eyes all weary from sleep, and looked around to wonder what jolted him awake.Marco could have sworn he heard a bang.He stood up and padded to the door thinking Lily was knocking, when he opened the door, there was no one there.He took the stairs to check the front door, switching on the lights at the same time.He turned on the porch lights and frowned when he noticed an envelope lying on the floor."What the hell?" he muttered to himself.He looked around before he picked it up. He slammed the door shut.Lily came out of her room, rubbing her eyes."what's going on?" she asked."Fuck if I know," he muttered to himself.Lily came down the stairs and looked at the envelope."What's in it?""Lily, I just picked it up. Haven't gotten a chance to see it yet."Lily ripped the envelope open and let out a sigh, "It's a flash drive.""
*Flashback*With the drink in hand and a frown on his face, the boss looked like the epitome of business.A call had woken him up this morning, the voice on the other end asking for a meeting. The boss had frowned.He didn't set up any meetings and there was no plan for one.He had questioned the caller but wasn't the least suspicious because the caller he knew very well. He took a shower and prepared for the impromptu meeting. While showering, he remembered his son and decided to give him a call later because they were yet to talk.He had a cheque to give his son but he hasn't gotten the chance to. He wanted to talk to his son about his move to London and now stoked he was.They could finally be together and be an empire just like he had envisioned.Boss hummed a tune he knew all too well, he had a brooding feeling in his belly but he didn't want to dwell on it.Lots of things go wrong in his line of business but he had no reason to fear.Anthony was his best friend and he had his ba
Chris paced the floor, almost wearing a hole in it. The movement made Raina so dizzy."Would you stop doing that?" she snapped.Chris turned to her sharply, "Are you mad? You are the cause of all this.""How? Forgive me for trying to rectify your mistakes." Raina yelled."My mistakes? You are the one who went to confront Marco.""Yes only because I believed your lies."Chris laughed, "Oh don't act so innocent in all of this, you were there through it all. You played a part in it too."Raina gaped at him, "You are such a bastard."Chris laughed again, "I know, isn't that why you stuck with me? The bastard who gave you everything you needed."Raina glared at him, unable to believe he was telling the truth.She had come back here after Marco had left her speechless.Unable to believe the look on his face when he told her off. She was guilty but what made her so irritated was him being strong.She always assumed he would always be the same starry-eyed boy that adored her and looked at he
"So, what kind of dress are you looking for?" Marco asked, glancing at Lily's reflection in the dressing mirror."I want something elegant and timeless, but also a little unique. I'd love a dress that makes me feel like a princess," Lily replied, a dreamy look in her eyes.Marco rolled his eyes, "Fucking bull." he said.Lily scoffed."I need you to make the right decisions today," she said."Lily, I swear I am trying but I am tempted to let you go to the ball looking like a half-wit."She pouted, "That's mean.""So is dragging a man out to go shopping with you.""Well suck it up, I have no other friends and you will do the trick."Mars sighed, there was no winning for him, he has lost this battle.From when Lily dragged him out of the house, he has been grumbling about unfair life is to him, she has shushed him each time he heard him.Marco willed himself to get into it. Lily looked excited and he guessed he should be too since she was doing this for him. The first boutique they visit