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Sir, nandito na po tayo." I went back to my senses when I heard the driver telling me that we're at my destination already.

Of course, I can't avoid people speaking in Tagalog since I'm already in the Philippines. It would be weird if I tell them to speak English.

I looked up to the building and saw how elegant and manly it is.

So, this is how it looks already. Looks like my brother made a huge shot.

"Here, Kuya. Keep the change." I said and gave him an extra so that he could go home already. He's probably tired. His family must have been waiting for him.

"Maraming salamat po, Sir." I saw how his face brightened as he was saying his gratitude so I just gave him a smile before grabbing my bag.

"Go home to your family now," I said and gave him a salute when I closed the door.

I walked inside the building and went straight to the reception area to ask for my brother's office.

A girl standing in that area looks like a tomato because of how flashed her cheeks are. She was just staring.

What's wrong with this girl?

"Hey, didn't you hear me?" I asked and waved my hand in front of her.

"Uhm. That way, S-Sir." She said and pointed somewhere behind me.

I quickly turn to where she is pointing and walked as I was putting my jacket in the duffle bag.

Right now I'm just wearing a plain black v-neck style t-shirt and black jeans. Black rubber shoes as well.

As soon as I look forward in that direction, I got caught off guard in an instant.

My eyes widened with what I saw and I hurriedly turn around, worried that he might see me.

My heart is beating so fast and I blinked a lot of times just to make sure I'm not hallucinating.

I took a glance in that direction and it's real!

He's really here!

Gulf...

Beautiful as ever.

I was about to run after him when someone caught his attention.

I couldn't hear what conversation they have but Gulf seems uncomfortable.

I didn't want to interfere because I don't want Gulf to see me.

Why is he here?

Is he visiting my brother?

But why?

Why does he look like someone who's working here?

Base on the looks, he's wearing standard office attire.

I hurriedly went back to the girl at the reception to ask if she has any idea of that person talking to Gulf.

"Hey, do you know that guy? The guy on a suit." I asked, still fidgeting.

"Sir, he's one of the major shareholders here. He's always here to visit Gulf, that's why he proposed to be a shareholder. Do you know him, Sir?" She asked and I can't help but look upward with an expression of contempt.

"Would I ask if I know him?" Slow.

I went to look for Gulf again and there I saw him trying to get out of the situation.

I have to do something.

That guy looks like, pervert.

I walked to his side and he probably didn't notice me coming.

"... working hours. If you don't mind, I'll be heading back to the office.” That's what I heard Gulf said.

Working hours?

Is he working in our company?

What?

And Kuya Tong didn't even bother to tell me?

A lot of questions filled my head but when I heard what the old man said. I'm on the verge of punching him right away.

“Oh, come on. You know I can provide for you. Just do what I want.” And gripped Gulf's hand.

What the hell?

He's holding Gulf's hand tightly! And what is he saying?

Provide for him?

Is he some kind of a sugar daddy?

I faked a cough so that I can get the old man's attention.

I wrapped my hand around Gulf's waist.

I felt him stiff and he was about to throw his fist on me but he stopped and his hand was hanging when he saw me.

I saw his name tag.

Secretary

What the fuck is this?

Who's secretary is he?

My brother?

And for the second time, Kuya Tong didn't even tell me?

Is he for real?

I know he's staring at me with wide eyes but I can't let this old man continue his desire.

I'm sorry, Gulf. I just want to protect you.

"Sir, don't you have a family? Do you know that you’re harassing someone already? Why are you forcing someone when he already rejected you?” It may sound rude to meddle with their conversation and to say that to someone older than me, but I don't care.

Age isn't the degree to look at if you're talking to someone who's literally immature.

Besides, Gulf is not like that. He's not someone you'll just pay and be a slave to you.

How dare he say that?

I felt Gulf loosen up from being stunned.

“Sir, please remove your hand, please. I don't want any commotion, please let me go.” He whispered and I noticed how he put a distance between us.

I felt a pang of pain when he did that.

Why would he just let this pass every single time? This is not the Gulf I know. He would fight for his right and will not let anyone look down on him.

What has happened?

Is this how much he loathes me? He doesn't even want me to protect.

This is the last time, Gulf.

Let me.

“And who are you? Why are you meddling with us?” I saw how Gulf got startled when that old man raised his voice.

He even had the guts to get mad when he's the one caught in the act? What an ass.

As much as I don't want to boast about the position I have, I'll make use of it. This man needs to know his limitation not because he's a man with wealthiness.

”Mew Suppasit Jongcheveevat, Sir. CEO of MSJ Group of Companies. I’ve heard that you’re one of the major shareholders here. I can pull you out of the company in just a minute if you keep harassing my employee. Do you comprehend, Sir?” I said.

He might have been offended because he was in for a physical fight in an instant.

I just gave him a smirk because I know that he won't downgrade his dignity in front of these people looking at us.

If it weren't for Gulf, this man would be lying on the floor already.

I didn't want to fight back because Gulf will not like it. He doesn't want me to be involved in such fights before.

I thought the old man was going to punch me but I guess power wins over arrogant people.

When he left, I didn't want Gulf to leave just yet and I was worried so I asked if he was okay or was hurt but then I felt that he doesn't want me around.

I saw how he flinched when I gently held his wrist, worried that it might cause a print because of how the grip was tight. I felt how uncomfortable he is.

It took me seconds to realize why. I get a hold of myself and quickly put a distance between the two of us.

Oh, right. He's mad at me.

“Uhm, I'm good, sir. Thank you.” He said and with that, he left.

Should I chase him?

No. I shouldn't chase him. He's maybe asking for privacy.

I didn't want to be a bother to him that's why I took the elevator and went to my brother's office.

"Gulf, did you send Deim - Mew? Why are you here?" He stood up in shock.

Who did he send?

"Really, Kuya? When will you tell me that Gulf is working here? In our company!" I asked furiously.

"What? Did you saw Gulf? Where is he? Did he saw you?"

What the fuck? I didn't get my questions answered!

"Yes! And so I'm asking you, how could you keep this from me?" I swear to God, if he's not gonna answer me at this point, I'm about to punch him.

"You know nothing." He said and left.

I was taken aback and I didn't know how to react to his statement.