Chapter 12:

I've been dating Kiel for quite a while now, but this past few days, Kiel was busy with his upcoming drama with Zafira. I lay down on my bed and sighed while looking at my ceiling.

"Should I get out and go shopping? But shopping by myself was kind of boring." I grabbed my phone from the table and dialed Clay's number.

RINGING.....

Why did it keep ringing? Answer it, Clay. I dialed her number again and waited for her to pick up.

Clay: Yes, darling, why are you calling in this early in the morning?

I heard Clay yawning on the other line.

"I want to go shopping; no, I want to go on a beach." I heard a loud noise on Clay's side.

"Finally, I heard a good idea to wake up. I was bored this week and exhausted by my schedule at work. Wait a minute, I saw Kiel last night with a girl; it wasn't you, isn't it?" My hands tremble.

"Of course, I'm with him."

"You're not a good liar, aren't you?" "When was the last time you saw him?"

"Let's meet after two hours; I'll call Morisette and Aria to tell them about it."

"Trying to avoid, huh?"

"Byeeeee..." I ended the call and dialed Aria and Morisette's numbers after calling them. I pick an outfit to wear on the beach, and Morisette and Aria will bring their boyfriends. I look at my phone and open my Twitter account. I was shocked when I saw Kiel and Zafira's photos trending.

"Kiel Calvin Lopez confirmed he has been dating her on-screen partner Zafira Ajax for quite a while now." I can't stop my hands from shaking. But where is the dating right? I laugh hard and wipe my tears away. I pack my things and take a bath.

I can't help but cry inside the bathroom. I knew this time would come, but why was it breaking my heart into pieces? All in all, it was just a plan. I went out of the bathroom and picked out a nice, sexy dress to wear. I laid my hair down and started combing it while it was drying. I put on pink lipstick and powder, took my bag and hat, and went out of my condo. It won't be an excuse to be sad and feel broken after reading that article. If he can date someone, why haven't I dated someone too? I unlocked my car and drove fast into the beach area. I pop the hood of my car and sway my hair. The sun is shining brightly today, making it a perfect day to unwind and forget about whatever is clouding my mood. After a long drive on my way to the beach under the sun, I reach the beach, I take a deep breath, and I go out of my car and lean on it.

"A great lady should not be here alone." A guy walked towards me while smiling.

"Did I interrupt you?" Sorry, what's a fair lady doing here, alone?"

"To enjoy and wait for my friends."

"You're coming with your friends, but where are they?"

"They are on their way; I just called them earlier."

"So you wait for them here; it's too bright to be here. What about waiting inside and booking a room for you guys?" I scratch my nape and smile.

"Thank you for reminding me." I go now. "I walk and go to the information desk for booking a room.

"Good morning and welcome to Aeris Resort. How may I help you?" A young lady smiled at me.

"I would like to book a four-person room."

"We have a deluxe room on the second floor with a view of the sea. We also have a Lanai room available on the fourth floor."

"I'll take the Lanai room."

"Happy to assist you with your room." She took my information and, after processing it, gave me the hotel keys. I went to the fourth floor and unpacked my things. I lay down on my bed after unpacking. I took a deep breath; this vacation should be nice, so I forgot everything that happened.

I change my outfit into a red, deep-v-neck one-piece monokini swim suit. I grabbed my red hat and went out by the seaside. I look around and take pictures while waiting for them. I saw a minibar and went in. The bartender was turned back and picking a bottle of alcohol."

"Can I take your order?" The guy from the parking lot? I thought he was a guest here; I can see his expressionless eyes taking a serious look at me while wiping the cocktail shaker.

"Whisky on the rocks."

"That's kind of hard for a pretty girl like you."

Nah, I used to drink hard drinks way back. I want to try if I can still manage myself." He gave me my drink and a plate of chips.

"On me, don't worry if you can't handle yourself; most of the time, I can take you into your room. I usually take guests into their room once they can manage themselves; don't worry, I will not harm you." I smiled and looked at him while taking a drink.

"Some of the guests are coming here just like you, trying to hide everything by just running to their problems; brokenhearted are most of them. And by looking into your eyes, even without saying a single word, I can tell that someone broke you into pieces. No matter how big or small the problem, we can solve it in a way we never expected would be the answer. If that guy broke you, maybe he never knew how to treat a girl like you with more seriousness. He never knew if he could see someone like you; you may change the way you look, but I knew it was not you. Taking a break was good for you. Another shot?"

"Sure." A call broke our silence; it's Morisette calling.

"Hey girl, we are here." "Where are you?"

"On my way into the parking lot, I just took a drink while waiting on you guys." I grabbed my drink and went out of the minibar. I was walking on my way to the parking lot when, in the distance, I saw a couple kissing under a tree, but I couldn't see their faces clearly, so I continued walking. I saw Morisette with her boyfriend, along with Clay and Aria. I run towards them.

"Girl, you're freaking hot. I like those vibes." Aria said while walking around me and slapping my butt.

"Trying to be different, huh, I love it. If I knew that seeing that article would change you immediately, I would call God to make that article go viral. Oh sh*t, this is totally different." Clay said to hug me tight. I gave them their keys and went to their room after they had unpacked their things. We went to the restaurant. I look at all the photos I took earlier and notice a person behind my back. It was Kiel? What was he doing here? I thought he was doing his upcoming drama? I have a lot of questions on my mind. I didn't notice; I forgot I was holding my phone. I hold it tight and let go of my anger. Clay suddenly went beside me and hugged me.

Hey, are you okay?" Clay, grab my phone and take a look at the photo I was looking at.

"That asshole!" She stood up and was about to leave when I held her wrist. I bitterly smile at her.

"I'm okay; don't worry." They hugged me tight and let me burst into tears. When our order came, I tried to fix myself while they were brushing my hair. Anthony and Clark were trying to make the ambience different; they tried to make us laugh with their jokes, but it was hard for me to focus my mind on Kiel. Is that Kiel under the tree kissing someone? It looked like him. I saw Kiel and Zafira entering the restaurant. I never knew choosing this beach would be the worst decision I made. I saw Zafira look at us.

"Oh, hi Odette, nice to see you here? Did I interrupt you guys?" Clay, Morisette, and Aria stood up. I saw them looking at me. I shake my head and take Clay's hand to sit down.

No, you didn't." I look at Kiel, but he avoids looking at me.

"Are you guys here to take a break?" Kiel asked me to come here for a break after the heavy schedule we had last month. She held Kiel's hand, and he didn't refuse to let it go.

"Of course, after all, this beach is not private property, so we can't come, right?"

"Of course, I think we should go now, love." Zafira went to the other table and asked the waiter for the menu. I hear Clay murmuring.

"That girl was clever; it seems she did that for you to get annoyed. But look at it, you are prettier than her, and that old-fashioned bikini girl—you nailed it. Your body was the perfect fit for every swimsuit you wear." I laugh at her. Of course, I was better; I was not desperate to get someone. They seemed close, but when it started, maybe I was too busy to notice that Kiel was not serious about me after all. I focus too much on my work.

"After the project with Mr. Montemayor, you seem free." "How about we go to Paris next week?"

"That's too clever. Aria, did you forget that Odette's father's birthday will be next week, and knowing Uncle, he won't agree that they will not be in the party because they are not complete? We tried once before, and what happened?" After we ate, we decided to take a banana boat and go diving. It's been a while since I took a break from work. A hand holds my wrist, and I look at the person holding me.

"Let's talk?"

"What for?"

"Just hear me out." I was about to leave when he tried to stop me.

"Zafira forced me to do it, and the management agreed with it, so our fans will be attracted to us to watch our upcoming drama and movie. I'm sorry if I forgot to tell you if I didn't think of what you can feel. I promise that after this I will catch you up. I hope you understand me. I knew this would not help you, but Odette, I love you, and I realized that when we were apart. I hope you understand me." He kissed my forehead and hugged me tight; my heart wanted to listen to him, but my mind wasn't listening to me. I hugged him and followed my feelings.

"I trust you. I will give you time to do those projects. I will understand you now." He kissed me on the lips, and I knew I liked it, but I distanced myself.

"I promise next week I'll be with you, together with your dad's party."

I smiled and hugged him tight. He was brushing my hair while holding my other hands.

"I miss you and your smell; can I go to your room later?"

"Sure"

A call broke our hug. Kiel looked at his phone and smiled.

"I need to leave. Zafira just texted me that we had an immediate photoshoot and we needed to leave now. I'm sorry, but promise later I will come to your room." He kissed me again and ran to leave me. I was standing there watching him run when I was caught off guard.

"So he was the guy who was the reason behind your so-called break, said Kiel Calvin Lopez; that's why you seem familiar; you are his fiance, don't you?" I turned around and saw the bartender standing behind me, and I smiled.

Yes, I am his fiance."