Chapter 29

HIS POV (STAY)

"Kuya! What the hell?! I thought you're over with this? When will you let go of her?" My sister just barged in my hospital room.

I gritted my teeth when I moved my broken arm to sit up. "Never."

"Sampong taon na kuya. Aren't you tired of mourning for her? You need to let her go.. baka pati siya nahihirapan na kung saan man siya." she came up to me and held my side rail.

I looked away and felt the numbing pain inside my chest again.. just by thinking about how I've lost my first and greatest love..

Up until now, I've been wondering how the hell I've managed to survive with all the accidents I've encountered.

"You're trying to kill yourself Kuya. Pero hindi kaba nagsasawa? They all failed! That means Gia wants you alive, be happy and continue your life. Why can't you do what she wishes you to do? Be happy.. love again.."my sister clutched the rail and cried. I swallowed hard.

I knew exactly where she's coming from.. both of us.. have lost someone we love..

"Tito, I want some pasalubong when you come back.."my niece Patriss said with her sweet voice then hugged my leg.

I shook my head and looked at my sister through the mirror.

After my accident, she always brings her twins in my penthouse and now I'm bound to America.  She was supposed to attend to this conference for our company but since Second is sick, she couldn't come and asked me to take her place.

How could I say no to them? When nephew needed his mommy?

"Tito.. I want the same bangle as mommy.. please?"her blue eyes were sparkling in excitement. My attention went back to the little girl hugging me.

I smiled remembering something. Of what my baby said before.. she loved everything about my sister that she wanted us to have a carbon copy of Shanelle as our daughter.

I knelt down and combed her dirty blonde hair. Her small cute face showed fully. My heart ached upon seeing her expectant expression.

She could've been our girl.

"I'll see what Tito can get for you okay?" I swallowed hard and kissed her hair.

She just flashed her bigger smile and lunged at me for a hug.

"I love you Tito." She giggled.

"Spoiled Patty." Princess said then rolled her eyes on us but had a smile on her face.

I opened my eyes and blinked a couple of times. I realised I was alone..again.

I sat up and cracked my neck.i was still in my flight to America. I closed my eyes and propped my elbows on my thigh. My heart was painfully thudding inside my chest.

I always dream about her. At night, when I closed my eyes, I felt happy whenever her face comes up the moment sleep took me in.

If I could only stay asleep and be with her, I'll do it with a heartbeat.

I just didn't know, what purpose I have to stay in this earth and be alive.. I felt lost and empty for the past ten years.

I wanted my baby so bad..

I've been waiting for here to take me.. and be with her finally.

I'm tired of everything. I just wanted her again.. back in my arms..

Why couldn't I be with my baby? Why couldn't she take me and love me again?

Why? Couldn't I close my eyes and not open it forever..?

I couldn't move on..

Because I'm her man who can't be moved..

I shook my head after I sent another text message to her. This was the first time I've encountered a girl that wasn't interested in me. And it frustrates the hell out of me.

"Hola Kuya!"Princess greeted me rather joyously.

"Are you with Gia?" I looked at my phone with my furrowed eyebrows when I heard someone giggled. I swore in my head. They  seemed having fun..

"Oo! Maghapon kaming magkasama. Inggit ka?"

"Damn.. what's she doing? Is she teaching now?"

"Bakit hindi mo siya tanungin?"her tone changed. I could feel something wasn't right.. why can't she just answer me? Damn it.

"She's not answering-"

"Ah.. busy kasi sila sa pagpaplano ng school anniversary. Tsaka may tuturuan siyang mga gwapo ngayon.. kaya siguro hindi ka maalalang replyan.." my insides churned. I thought I'm the only she likes? Why was she paying attention to some boy, or boys?

"What the hell? Tell her-"I couldn't help but to swear now.

"Biro lang. sige bye bye na." No.. no.. no.. definitely you're not kidding me.

"Princess, I swear-"

"Walang lalaki. Biro lang. sige na. Para makapagsimula na kami. Bye!" Then she fucking ended the call.

I stepped on the gas just to get in Alaminos earlier than what I told her. Just to see her. I gritted my teeth in annoyance. She couldn't just cheat on me like that..

My phone beeped for incoming call so I answered it immediately thinking it was from Shanelle.

"Princess, don't you ever-"

"Buongiorno! How's life?"Coles deep voice greeted me.

"How's your stalking?" I asked directly.

"Fuck you! I stopped doing that fucker!"he said hotly.

"Calm your tits down. I just want to ask something, do you know where's your girl right now?"

"Of course. My girl texts me all the fucking time not like someone I knew. Getting grumpy because his girl's too busy-"

"Shut it. Maybe you should start stalking her again."I snapped. My blood was boiling just by talking to this idiot friend of mine.

"What do you mean?!" I could hear him gritting his teeth. I hit a sensitive spot, ey?

"If your girl's with Shanelle, they're with some fucking boys right now." I said darkly.

The line became quiet then the call dropped.

I stood up when they left their table. I wanted so bad to talk to her but I had to wait patiently. And patience wasn't in my dictionary before.

I walked towards her. She stared back at me and my heart skipped a beat.

"You didn't reply to my texts baby..I was worried.." she just smiled.. how could she be cruel to me? she didn't care about my agony? How could I love a girl like her.. cold and heartless?

"If you're busy.. will you let me know? Please baby.." I begged. I would keep begging her if that's the only way she'll spare some of her time to me.

"Sorry ah.."her expression changed to guilt.

Yes baby.. be guilty.. I would use anything just to make you text me..

"I had to drive here as fast I as could.. just to see you."

Her gorgeous eyes went round then shook her head. She then walked closer to me. Her sweet and floral scent assaulted my nostrils. How I loved to dip my head and sniffed where her perfume's coming from.

"Hwag ganoon Ashmere. Paano kung madisgrasya ka?"now she's worried.

"Do you care? You can't even reply a single letter to my texts." I couldn't help but to tell her my pain..

"Sobrang busy lang talaga.. sorry na." I felt all my frustrations and heart aches went away.

I wrapped my arms around her small back and kissed her soft and long black hair. Everything about her was so perfect in my eyes.

My heart swelled when she leaned on me and wrapped her arms around my body too.

"I asked you if you care about me.." she withdrew and licked her full lower lips. How I wished I can kiss her again..

"O-oo naman.."

"I can't feel it! You said I'm your crush.. but how come I do the chasing?" I asked while gritting my teeth. Was she playing with my feelings? A seventeen year old girl was playing with a proud and experienced man like me?

She smiled again and reached for my lips but she couldn't do it with her small frame. I saw her annoyance when I didn't lower my head. What a lovely sight..

"Ashmere! Ibaba mo yang mukha mo!"she ordered me like my boss. Baby.. I'm the boss everywhere I go.. but when it comes to you.. i wanted to shake my head.

Damn..

"Why? You can't just kiss me when I'm still talking to you.."

"Ano ba kasing gusto mong marinig?"she jumped and jumped just to reach my lips.

I tried to keep my smile. Not yet. I wanted to hear something I want from you baby..

"You make me chase you. And yet you're the one who likes me." I said with my serious straight face.

"Oo nga. Crush kita. Pakiss na!" She confessed again then jumped. I felt relieved. Damn..

"Kiss? Why would I give you that if you haven't even said you missed me too. I've been away for five days baby.." i sulked. Please baby.. tell me that you missed me too.

She stepped back angrily. I suddenly became conscious with my action. Did I over do it? Damn.

I caught her waist, but she pushed me away with her furrowed eyebrows and a scowl.

"Okay then.." i conceded and gave her a peck on her luscious lips. I relaxed when she wrapped her arms around my nape and hugged me tight.

I felt happy and even if it was fucking corny.. I felt like some angels were singing in my ears..

"I missed you too Ash.." she whispered sexily. I withdrew to see her gorgeous face. I knew I was wearing my emotions on my sleeves but I fucking don't care.

"I missed you more baby.. more than you'll ever know."

I was planning to see her today. She's in their rice stall. I didn't know what to expect so I wore the simplest clothes I could get.

The thing I love so much about her is she doesn't care how she looks. She's simple yet gorgeous. My taste completely changed because of her. Before.. I would never look at a simple girl like her.. but now, fully made up and sexy women makes me want to throw up.

I heard her calling people to buy her rice. I couldn't help but to take a photo of her while smiling. She looked hot and adorable at the same time. She was wearing a simple black shirt, blue jeans and black converse.

My smile dropped when she offered her kisses and hugs to anyone who would buy her rice. Fucking hell? She's mine! There's no way I would let some dick head touch what's mine!

I managed to kick her suitors away. But for a second, I thought she would give me away when one of her customer asked for a kiss from me.

"Kilala mo akong mahilig magbiro Bea! Nagpapatawa lang ako kanina. Tsaka kung sakaling totoo nga ang free kiss at hug. Ako yong gagawa non dahil negosyo namin ito. Samin. Hindi kanya." She shot back annoyed. My heart swelled with the way she fights for my kiss.

"Wala ka pala eh. Hindi ko na pala bibilhin yang bigas nyo! Mas mataas ang presyo sa iba! Dito lang naman ako bumibili dahil sinabi ni Kuya ko na maayos ka sa mga suki mo. Pwe!"

Angrily, she placed the plastic of rice on the floor and sat down on their old bamboo chair. I squeezed myself on the chair.

"Hoy..hoy!! Saglit lang naman.."she protested but gave me some more soace.

"Baby.. I thought for a moment you'll gonna make me kiss her.." I pulled her up and made her sit on my lap. Her sweet and natural sexy scent made my senses alive..

"Ashmere.. mabaho na ako.."

"Nope.. i love your smell. Sweet and floral." I couldn't help but to sniff her neck.. it was from here..her sweet smell..

"Pawis na pawis ka na Ashmere!" She noticed and pushed me away. Grudgingly, I let her go.

She pulled her big bag again and pulled some shirt from it. My eyebrows furrowed. Where the hell did she get this?!

"Here. Magbihis ka muna at baka matuyuan ka ng pawis kapag binuksan ko yong electric fan."

"This is a men's shirt. Who's this from?" I asked annoyed.

"Akin yan Ashmere."she took the towel then wiped my sweat off my face. I closed my eyes and let her take care of me. I wanted as much attention as she could give me.

"Who gave that to you?" I asked quietly then looked at her. But her attention was now on my chest. I could see her want to take my shirt off me..

"Baby.." she snapped her head towards me and swallowed hard. I could see that she's distracted..

"Ah.. ano.. kay Megan at Arana. Mahilig kasi akong magleggings kapag nasa bahay kaya binilhan nila ako ng sangkatutak na tshirt."

"I'll strip my shirt off for you." I offered and stripped it off me. She swallowed hard again and feasted her eyes on my chest. I wanted to pat my back for being healthy and fit. Now, I could get her attention just by showing my body to her.

She went mad with something I couldn't understand. All i want was to kiss her full lips..

"Baby.. wipe my sweat now..please.." i asked pleadingly then I guided her hand to my neck down to my abdomen. My senses were back and kicking..

"I never knew that wiping my sweat off would be this sexy.."

"Do you know how hard it is for me not to kiss your sexy lips? Hmm?.." I stepped forward and made her lean on the wall.

"A-Ashmere.. b-baka may makakita sa atin.. ayokong dito mavirgin.." fucking hell!  Of course! I would never do that! Damn this girl.

I smiled seductively and shook my head.

"If I make love to you.. it'll be in my bed with rose petals everywhere baby..and my ring on your finger. "I said and let her go. I wiped my sweat again and put the shirt she lent me.

"Get change baby.. I don't want you to get sick."he said then left me.

I woke up really early in the morning and texted my friends to remind them about our job today.

With lots of complains, they still obliged and was able to shoo her suitors away and be replaced by us.

I would never let anyone be with my girl.

"I can't imagine a high and mighty Ashmere Monteverde will do this shit just to impress his girl. Is that really you?"

"Quiet. I'm concentrating!"i sneered then listened to my trainer as he teach us how to carry a sack of rice. Everything was new to me but if this is the only way I could get my baby to pay attention to me, I wouldn't mind going through this all the fucking time.

"Fucking hell! Why do you have to drag us here? You have plenty of men waiting for your order!"Lindsey cussed while carrying the rice.

"They will just ogle at my girl. So just shut up and do your job. I'll treat you later."

"Dude.. how many sacks do we need to carry?" Peter asked in disbelief when he saw pile of sacks in the big truck.

"No idea."I gritted my teeth and walked quickly. I was still sore from yesterday. And I couldn't believe that my baby had to work hard all day every Saturday alone.

My annoyance went high when I saw how she checked out my body without looking at my face. Was she expecting her suitor Torio?

Her mouth dropped when she saw us, she froze and looked at us in disbelief.

I just went passed her and put the sack down where they were placed before and left to get some more.

When we finished, all of us were panting in exhaustion. My body was really sore, and trembling with lack of food.

"Fucking hell!" Coles were cussing non stop.

"I never knew that I'll be doing this! I'm the boss in a multi billion company." He said massaging his shoulders. Then he squeezed himself to sit on Gia's old bamboo chair.

I continued tapping my phone and sent my text message to her. I didn't know where she'd gone but I'm thinking she'll be here soon.

"Shut up! She might be here any minute. I'll break your arm if you complain some more!" I was fed up with their complains. Maybe next time, I'll just get someone who's married or old to help me here.

I'm really regretting my decision of asking their help.

When she didn't answer, i got worried..

"She's not answering her phone! Damn it. What happened to that guy dude?"

"That's all sorted out. Don't worry."Coles answered and leaned on the bamboo chair.

Peter and Coles fell backwards. Epic! I wanted to take a picture of their shameful fall but my baby decided to show up and ran to check on them. So I came up to them and acted as if I care and stood beside her to check my two moronic friends.

She then ordered us to wash and change. I wanted to smile at us for obeying her without complaining. A small girl ordering four high and powerful men deserved to be on the tabloid.

And soon my hungry friends wolfed all the bread buns she gave us.

"Kung gusto nyo, sa bahay na kayo maglunch.. pero-"she offered to us.

"Sure!" They answered excitedly and smiling. She smiled then continued slicing some cheese I never had before.

I told Coles to go home now but he refused. When I warned him, he just shook his head stubbornly.

I got annoyed so I twisted his arm.  He howled in pain. Like I broke it. I wanted to roll my eyes. What a drama queen!

My baby asked him and when he complained about what I did, she looked at me sharply. And reprimanded me. I just quickly nodded my head. I would never want her upset. When she caressed my shoulder and handed me some buns, I quietly took it.

I looked at Coles sharply who has a victorious smile then it changed when my baby looked at him concerned.

Damn you! I would definitely get back to you fucker!

"Dude.. I want to come clean.." Peter burst into my office one night. He looked agitated and nervous.

Coles came in with Lindsey behind him.

"Finally.. it's been a long time now Peter."Coles placed his hands on his hips.

I nodded for him to talk. I wasn't born yesterday. I knew something's going on between him and my sister. But I didn't know the details.

But what I've heard made my blood boil. She was fucking fourteen when she became Peter's girlfriend? And what did he said? They almost made love? Fucking hell!

Even if I wanted so bad to kill him myself, I gave him to Coles and Lindsey. He's still my friend and since he confessed that he still loves my sister, I'll let him go. And probably help him.

He's better choice.

I would stick to the devil I know.

After sending Peter to the nearest hospital, I called my baby while drinking with Coles and Lindsey. She was busy with their school anniversary preparation that I just talk to her for few minutes. I would always feel good all day after hearing her sweet voice.

"You know what Dude, don't spoil her so much with your attention. Or she'll get tired of you and look for another one." Coles advised his eyes were heavy with sleep.

Lindsey snickered and shook his head after taking the shot of brandy. The glass fell and rolled down the carpet. He tried to pick it up but he just bang his head on the table.

"Tell that to the marines." He said after swearing.

"GAgo! Totoo! Megan told me that Gia often gets tired of boys who are chasing her like a mad dog! She likes the chasing game.. But you should let her chase you!" I lent both my ears on what he was telling me.

I would never want my baby to get feed up with me..

"Totoo? Baka ibang Megan yan? Sumbong kita sa totoong Megan!"Lindsey laughed out loud. Then leaned back on the chair.

"Ulol! Tignan mo!" Coles flushed cheeks were telling us that he had enough alcohol in his system. How many did we finish already? Three? Four? I was lucky enough to have the highest alcohol tolerance in our group so I can still keep going without embarrassing myself.

I snatched his phone and read his conversation with My Baby, heart, heart..

The fuck? So fucking corny.

Good thing mine was just mybabylove.

I gave it back when I finished it. Some were just his awful slash cringey pick up lines that I couldn't even stand! Maybe that's why she hasn't said yes.

"My Baby, heart, heart? What the fucking name is this?"Lindsey commented and laughed until he fell off the chair.

Coles snatched his phone away from him and stood up.

"What about you huh? Loveydovey? Tang'na lang! Kung maglalapagan tayo ng mga pangalan ng mga asawa natin, yours is more terrible! Bitch please?!"Coles shouted drunkenly.

I almost facepalmed. I think they had too much to drink. I picked up Lindsey who was still laughing on the floor.

"Wait until you see Princess's name in his phone.. "he hiccuped.

I looked at them. Quite curious what he had on his phone.

"Loveylovelove!"they both laughed.

I rolled my eyes on them.

Crazy.

"Kuya, I can't give you her new number. Sorry talaga."Princess said apologetically. My heart dropped. Something went wrong?

I stopped texting and calling her for a couple of days as what Coles advised me to do. But what was happening now?

"D-do you know why she changed her number? Can you hand your phone to her so I can ask her myself?" I was getting breathless from the pain in my heart.

"Eh.. kasi kuya.. "my sister was really hesitant.

"Princess, just give it to her if you can't answer me!" I gritted my teeth. I was too angry and desperate.

I still have few days here to get my project started and I just couldn't leave right now.

"K-kasi sabi niya n-nawalan na siya ng gana sayo."my sister stammered.

I fisted my hand and punched the wall.

"When's your school anniversary?" I asked angrily.

"B-bukas na.."

"I'll be there."

"I was trying to make you miss me baby.. I just thought.. maybe.. if I stop texting you for a couple of days.. you'll flood me with your texts and calls.." i said sadly. Watching her expression.

But her face was blank of emotion. How could she keep that straight face while I was here sweating and begging her?

How could she be so cold and heartless? Then she smiled wickedly.

"May napala kaba?"

I shook my head, too anxious of what will happen. I pulled her body onto me and hugged her. I felt relieved that she didn't pulled back anymore.

"Nothing.. instead, you told Shanelle that you lost your interest in me.."i pouted and looked at her with my puppy face.

She once told me that she likes how I pout my lips..

"You're too cold towards me baby.. you said you like me.. but I always end up chasing you.." I kept on. But I was smiling now. I really missed my baby..

"Kung nagrereklamo ka, maghanap ka na ng iba!" Her scowl came back and pushed me away. I prevented her and caged her again.

"I love chasing you baby.." I confessed with a pout. Then her smile came back.

What a cruel girl I've fallen into..

But nonetheless, I still love her.

"You know what, if you want to keep her, give her everything. Money, clothes, jewelries." Coles advised me again.

I looked at him sharply. His advise nearly fucked me up before..

"Who'll say no when you offer everything you've got? Dude trust me on this!" He insisted.

We were all gathered for a drink tonight. Just talking about of what's happening and business.

"Dude, if you won't do what I said, her mother might send you away! I've heard she likes rich and generous men for her daughters, mind you!"he said like a gossip monger on the street.

"That's easy Dude. And don't forget to put some aircon in their shop. It's too hot and you don't want her to suffer right?" Lindsey said.

I massaged the bridge of my nose and nodded slowly. I hated how she had to go outside to wash herself. And I didn't trust her stepfather at all.

"Di ba Ashmere sabi ko itigil mo na yong kakabigay kina Ina! Kung saan saan lang nila ginagastos yong perang pinagpaguran mo!" She was so gorgeous with her fiery eyes and scowl. It amazed me how she could manage to be hot and adorable at the same time.

"Nakikinig ka ba?"she shouted again,

"Yes baby.." i said while looking at her.

I missed her so much.

I've to attend to this boring building conference to get more ideas and more connections..if I could only bring her here in America..

"Anong sinabi ko garud?"she said with her sexy accent.

I cleared my throat and looked at her eyes. I could get lose in those eyes.

"Ashmere!" She shouted again.

"Okay.. okay.. I'll stop sending money. I just can't say no to Tita baby.. she said you need it."

"Alibi lang niya yon. I have my own job! I don't need your money! Ibinigay mo na lahat sa kanila! Baka sa susunod round the world trip na ang hilingin sayo!"her voice became hard.

"Yes I know.. I know..you're independent and gorgeous and hot."I managed to say.

"Umayos ka dyan. Kapag nalaman kong nagbigay ka ulit, you'll never hear from me ever again Ashmere."she warned me. I nodded distractedly and watched her talk.

"Iho.. baka naman pwede kang magpadala sa akin? O kaya kay Gia nalang kung wala kang tiwala sa amin. Nagastos ko kasi yong pambayad para sa inorder kong stocks sa bigasan namin. Pinambayad ko sa tuition fees ng mga kapatid ni Gia." Tita Guia said apologetically.

"I'll send it straight away Tita. No worries." I tapped on my computer for the online transfer.

"Nako.. maraming salamat talaga. Wag kang mag alala.. lagi kong binabantayan si Gia para sayo." I nodded happily. I wanted so bad to get her approval. And now it was working.

"Done Tita. You'll get it in few days." She thanked me and bid her good bye.

I didn't mind helping my baby's family. I would be willing to give everything I've got if I need to.

"Okay. Got it." I ended Shanelle's call and got out of my car. I looked at the big building.

I was in New York City Health and Hospital to asked for some documents my sister needed for her twins.

I cracked my neck and pocketed my car key while climbing up the stairs on the main entrance.

I noticed a small woman rummaging through her bag while talking to someone on the phone.

I felt the urge to see her face.. she looked so familiar.. so painfully familiar to me.

My heart beat so fast while waiting for her to glance up from her bag. But she never did.

So I intentionally collided onto her. I watched as she looked at me with her wide eyes full of surprise, and luscious full lips slight agape.

My heart almost jumped out of my chest in excitement.

My babylove.. is alive..