Chapter 37

Chapter 15 (Full Chapter)
Vy's POV
I burst into tears because of what I had discovered. Is it possible? Me? Is Samara Venice? The missing princess of Ihmapuleya? Am I the next queen? Heir? So are the words that mama and papa utter when they are serious always meaningful? So did I hear them talking about sitting on the princess"s throne? Is it because I'm not their parent? Because my parents are the dead king and queen?
It was as if my heart was breaking at the thought of my parents being dead. I didn"t even see them in person, hug or get to know them. I do not understand? Why is this happening? Why did I only find out now ?! I sobbed steadily as I hugged the book.
"P-they're dead? This can't happen? What will happen to me? Do they know I'm alive?"
I wiped away the tears but they just kept flowing. I need to be firm. That's what Dad told me. Yes, he is not my real father but he raised me. It's better that no one knows about it until I confirm if it's true. There is only one way for me to know if I am the princess. When mama and papa come back but for now. I will first hide this book and my identity from anyone.
Even with Lily
I was startled in my seat when suddenly my phone rang. I took it and read the message. That was from Lily who said she couldn't go. I replied okay just" and went back to leaning back in the chair.
It would have been better if Ly hadn't come today. He might wonder why my eyes are puffy. I don't want to tell him why. I will find out the truth first before I tell him. So far. My brain was still digesting the information I saw.
Because of what I found out. I lost my appetite and chose to just lie in bed and rest myself. I was just staring at the ceiling when suddenly our doorbell rang. I was suddenly nervous. They thought it was papa. I hurried down to the living room and opened the door but they did not open it for me.
I smiled at him, "Luhence? What are you doing here?" Somehow I felt relieved
"I'm here to see you. Can I come in?" He smiled at me
I nodded quickly. I forgot what I saw earlier because of his sudden presence which is good. We went inside. I locked the door. I turned to him. I was surprised when he pulled out a red rose stem behind him. I stared there. Here is my fast heartbeat again that can't be stopped every time he's there.
"I'm sorry if I can only give you one flower. I went through the flowershop but they are closed. Forgive me lady blue. I will make it up to you next time," Luhence
"You don't have to apologize Luhence," I said while staring at the flower padin "I don't need a lot of flowers. The important thing is you made an effort to give me even hard. One flower is enough luhence,"
I smiled broadly at her and took a rose petal in her hand. Enthusiasm returned to her smile and eyes. I brought the rose to my nose and smelled it. I smiled as I smelled the natural scent of roses.
I was stopped by the smell of Luhence parting a few strands of hair that blocked my face and placing it behind my ear. I stared into his blue eyes.
"You're so beautiful lady blue. I wish I was him,"
There was the crease and bitterness in his eyes again that I couldn't understand why. A man like him is perfect for me so I wonder why he even compares himself to another man.
I saw him stop when I held his hand. I looked into his eyes and smiled.
"You don't have to compare yourself to others Luhence. You alone was perfect enough. I guess I'm the lucky one because you like someone like me," I laughed slightly.
He also laughed but immediately stopped and his face was serious, "No one can resist a beauty like you Lady blue even me. With just one look in your blue eyes. I feel like I'm going to be lost in it. You are my favorite lady and I only had one, "
I smiled at him. He stiffened in his stance when I brought my face close and kissed the side of his lips then brought my lips close to his ear.
"I forgot to say I like you too luhence. I love it,"
Her lips parted as I moved away a little. I laughed at his reaction.
"Did I hear you right lady blue?" Luhence
"Yes. You heard me right,"
The smile returned to her lips and it widened even more. I did not protest as he held my arm and hugged me very tightly. This time, he kissed me, to which I responded with all my heart.
"I can now finally call you my lady blue,"
***
That night went well despite what I learned about my true identity because of Luhence. It is true that after grief there is a regrettable reward. I can"t believe the day will come when I will meet someone like Luhence.
We talked to the offender as I leaned on his shoulder. I have nothing more to ask for because of the warmth and security he showed me that night. Then we cooked and ate. I felt that he respected me because when I asked him to sleep there because it was too late at night, he refused.
He kissed me on the forehead and lips then said goodbye. He also told me that he would pick up Ly and me to go home later but in secret because I didn't want anyone to see him. He might even get involved in my trouble.
As for the book. I hid it in the drawer at the bottom so no one could see. Although I was shocked by what I found out, I tried to act correctly and forgot about it. I'll deal with that later when mama and papa are here. Somehow the excitement in my mind was reduced.
All they had to do was tell me the truth.
Whether I am really Princess Samara Venice I or not.
"You look in a good mood right now? What happened?" Ly
I smiled sweetly at him, "Long story Ly. Just eat that,"
He frowned, "Spill it out! You thought I didn't see Luhence come out of your house last night? Did you forget that my window was directed at your house's door?" Ly
I just shook my head at him. There is nothing wrong with me telling him about Luhence and me. I know suddenly but I don"t want to undo. Never. I like Luhence. I really don't want to let him go. I took a deep breath then told the story. When I finished, his lips were pitying.
"Oh my god. They said so! There's really something about Luhence! I've always wanted her for you but I just don't want to push you because I know you like Luke. Well, you made a very right decision Vy! Im happy for you! " Ly said excitedly
"I'm also happy for myself Ly,"
We just kept talking about how we would be stopped because of Cassandra's arrival. The way he looked at me was sarcastic as if he was challenging a fight but I didn't scold him.
"What do you need?" My question is calm
He grinned, "You just declare a war with the devil Elvyra! Because of what you did. I'll make sure every day you go to this university will be hell! Just like how you stole my Luke and put my name into shame Elvyra!"
I stared at his sharp stare at me, "Mark. My. Words!"
I did not respond to his threat. I followed the look as he left the cafeteria. When he left, I just breathed a sigh of relief. Ly and I stared at each other.
"Iron ..." Lily
"Don't worry Ly. The fight between the two of us started a long time ago,"
***
The hair ended all day well. I didn't see Luke for an unknown reason but it's okay. Maybe he thought that he wouldn't really benefit from me like I told him.
About Cassandra. I didn't see him after he told me in the cafeteria but I knew he was planning something so I was preparing myself for whatever it was. If only he had done something bad. I'm sure he'll do worse now that he's full of anger and envy of me.
I don"t know what else he should envy me for. She is beautiful. Rich. But here he is and he is very angry with me. She forces herself on Luke even though she can find another man. The sober one will take him seriously.
I waved at Ly when I saw him approaching me, "Is Luhence out yet?" He was born
"Of course. Let's see,"
I walked him outside first. We chose to move a little away from the gate so that no one would notice us and there we waited. We were stopped when Luhence's car opened up to me. From the inside, Nash came down and bowed slightly to us then Luhence came out.
My smile widened when I saw him. He approached me and held out his hand.
"You look so beautiful my lady," he whispered
My cheeks warmed at what he said before accepting his hand. We entered the backseat while Ly was in the passenger seat, obviously annoyed with Nash. I don"t blame him. Nash is a bit rude and strict. He's not the type of person you can make fun of right away.
"There you have dinner at home. I will cook for you," I invited
Luhence's expression softened and I put a few strands of my hair behind my ear. His sweet gestures! Then smiled sweetly.
"It's an honor to taste my lady's self-cooked food. We will come," Luhence
I smiled at him. I looked to the front and I accidentally glanced in the front mirror and saw a bit of surprise in Nash"s eyes. Doesn"t he know my relationship with Luhence?
I just ignored my question and leaned on Luhence's shoulder while one of his hands was in my hair and gently caressed it.
"Did you dye your hair lady blue?" Luhence
I shook my head then replied. "Weird but that's really the color of my hair,"
There was amazement in her eyes because I replied, "If that's the case. You have the most beautiful hair. Maybe you got it from you mother,"
Mother?
I felt the bitterness in my own voice. Sure. I may have inherited it from my real mother or my father. I can't say because I haven't seen them and met them and then I won't see them again. I sighed and pressed my head even harder against his neck.
"Maybe,"

Chapter 16
Vy's POV
I stopped in thought and turned to Luhence with a worried face, "Are you okay?" He asked
I nodded quickly, "Y-yes. I'm fine. I just remembered something," I answered weakly
I secretly thanked him for not asking what it was. He seemed to notice that it wasn"t good for us to talk to my mom. He held my hand tightly until we got home. When the four of us got out of his car. Lily quickly said goodbye but I didn"t let her.
"Ly ate here. I know Tita Liana hasn't come home yet so you'd better stay here until later. Then we'll have a movie marathon, right?"
"I'm sorry vy. Just next time," he averted his eyes
I frowned, "Is there a reason ... you don't want to have dinner here?" I will ask
I noticed her pause and the blush on her cheek. I quickly figured out the reason so I secretly laughed. It's just because of Nash. What is there between these two?
I walked over and held her arm, "Here you have dinner Ly. It's hard to be alone at home. Isn't it Nash?"
Nash's eyebrows rose like a robot standing next to Luhence. I have never done such a thing. Being a matchmaker but I see Nash as a good person. It's just rude and doesn't seem to care all the time.
"I prefer being alone lady," he replied to me
Lily blew air and pulled me inside the house. I laughed a little then said goodbye to Luhence and Nash to cook the food. When Lily and I were alone in the kitchen, I teased her.
"Why are you so mad at Nash Ly? That looks different ah!" I'm teasing
"Because he's squeamish! I'm trying to make him smile but he still beats the menstruating woman! I don't know what he is and you know I can't stay with that kind of people. It's very hard to approach!" He complained
I would laugh as I cooked up her stories when Nash brought her to her house. She was very annoyed because of how it treated her though she wasn't being abused but she was always insulted and blocked which I knew Lily didn't want. As he told the story. I couldn"t help but notice the chemistry between the two of them. An optimistic, brave and reliable Lily plus a gentleman but rugged and robot Nash. Hmm.
He stopped speaking when we heard footsteps heading into the kitchen. At the door Luhence entered as Nash followed. I noticed that Nash always followed him but I ignored that.
"Can I talk to you my lady?" Luhence
I smiled and then nodded, "Of course. You're here first Ly. I'm cooking!"
Her eyes widened and I was ready to protest as I quickly pulled Luhence out. We headed to there was a balcony in the backyard which faced the garden.
"Why in a hurry?" Luhence
"Playing matchmaker. Those two can't get along," I said laughing
He also laughed but then he hugged me from the side and kissed me on the lips. I smiled as I responded to his kiss. He stopped first and kissed me on the forehead. He smile showing his perfect set of pearly-white teeth.
"I thought you were going to talk to me? Why does it seem like the conversation you want is different?" I laugh at the question
I heard her soft laugh before she hugged me tightly, "I just want to be this close to you my lady blue. I can't believe you are me. I don't want to lose you my lady blue. If I had one thing to be afraid of. It was losing the rights to call you mine, "
I felt sadness in her voice, "Is there a problem Luhence?" My poor question
A few minutes passed before he spoke. My heartbeat quickened when he said, "I love you my lady," he said softly
My lips quivered at what he said. He already loves me? T-is that true? Is he sure? I tried to loosen up so I could see his expression and when I could see if he was telling the truth but he hugged me tightly.
"Don't leave Vy. Stay,"
Because of what he said I didn"t move anymore. I let him hug me for a few minutes before I spoke.
"Luhence ... are you sure ... you love me?"
"If isn't love then why do I get when I saw him kissing you back in the Filifia? If isn't love then why do I want you close to me everytime? If I don't love you Vy then why do I feel like going insane when I can't see you once a day? What is it then if isn't love my lady? " He cried softly
I remained silent because I honestly didn"t know what to say. Because I"m still not sure how I feel right now. Yes. I like him but love? Do I love Luhence anymore? Yes, I have a strange feeling every time he is there but I want to clarify what it is instead of saying that I love him too but the truth is I doubt it. It isn't fair.
"I want you Luhence but give me time to make sure I go there too. That I might love you too. I'm sorry but I want to be fair to the two of us,"
He let go of the hug and introduced me to him. He put his hands on my waist and smiled.
"I understand my lady. I knew you would have the same thought," luhence
I frowned, "Huh?"
"I also ask myself if I just like you before but I realized that it wasn't just that simple lady blue. I like you when I met you in the falls but I fall in love unknowingly to who you are. You have all the time to realize what you really feel my lady because I'm willing to wait to matter how long it will take me, "
***
As I expect in someone like Luhence. We had a good conversation because he listened and understood all my reasons and I respected how he felt. I was happy because he understood me and he promised to wait. I'm not sure how long but I hope he can wait until I know if I really love him. I want to be sure because I want us to work.
Luhence took us earlier and Ly and I are in the garden now, sitting while I hold the book and she is taking care of something on her laptop. I stopped reading and looked at him.
"What happened when you talked to Nash? Is it okay?" I asked
"Yes. Somehow. At first we fought because I can't handle his behavior anymore but we also got along. Nash was a good person but grumpy,"
We both laughed but it stopped when someone called my name. I smiled at Alex as he handled the entries for the news writing contest. He smiled slightly and approached me. I stood up.
"Alex? How are you? Did I enter the contest?" I hope the question
He grinned which made me nervous, "I'm sorry Elvyra but no. I also don't know why but the head said you can't enter the contest. I'm sorry Miss Ashton,"
He disappeared in front of me but the disappointment and frustration were still there, "W-how come my entry didn't come in? Did I write something wrong?" It was as if my heart was choked because of what I heard
Ly approached me, "How did that happen? You're one of the best writers but you didn't get in? Are they upset?" Lily
"I don't ... understand," I whispered softly
I could feel my tears welling up but I held back my breath. Maybe ... maybe I just didn't pass well so I didn't get along. Babawi na la -----
"Poor you! You don't deserve to be with people like you who are feeling smart in a contest like that. I don't wonder why they terminated your work because you are worthless bitch trying hard to pretend she was good!"
Ly and I turned to Cassandra with a wide grin on her lips. My jaw tightened as I thought that he might have something to do with what happened to terminate me. It's impossible for them to just not accept me for no reason!
Even though I was simmering with anger. I still managed not to rush him. I have no evidence of my allegations so I better keep quiet. I might be even more damned if I fought him even more.
"Stop that Cassandra. You won't be rewarded for what you're doing to Vy. You're just being desperate right now!" Ly
"That's where you're wrong! I can just see that the woman who kidnapped Luke is hurting and suffering. I can tell that I am the happiest woman on earth. That's how I hate you Elvyra! I wished that you never existed in this world!"
I didn't speak and just kept staring at him, "I'm just starting VY! I'll make sure you cry blood next time. Remember that!"
Luhence's POV
When we reached her university. I hopped off the car and opened the door for her. I felt happy just seeing her face.
"We'll go first. Be careful," she plastered her smile
I smiled back and kissed her lips softly, "I will my lady. We'll fetch you later,"
She just smiled and went inside with her friend. I released a contented sigh. We were about to get into the car when a voice stopped us. My jaw clenced when I heard his voice.
"Now I knew why the f-ck Vy was pushing me away! Because of you f-cking moron! I should have known that you'll be going to be a threat when I saw you in Filifia! Leave my munchkin alone assh-le ! " Luke
I looked at him dead in the eyes. He was blazing in fury, "Don't you disgrace the Pri ----,"
"Nash! Stop!" I demand
"About ---,"
I glared at him before looking back at him, "I can't do that because she's mine!" I stated in a finalize tone
There's no way I would surrender my lady to him. Never. Just by the thought of it. The devil inside of was getting alive. Reading to ripped his head off.
"Bullsh-t! She wasn't yours and she will never gonna be yours !! Leave her the f-ck alone!"
He raise his fist and was ready to punch my face when I held it and use my elbow to hit his chest. He groaned in pain and used it as an advantage to push him away.
"She's my girlfriend that makes her mine. I'm not the one leaving. It's you,"
His jaw clenched but was replaced by arrogant laugh. I remain silent.
"You sure she's yours huh? Don't forget that she was mine before you. Boyfriend? My man. Even you were her husband. There's no way you can stop me from stealing her. Motherf-cker !!" He shouted
Nash is pissed and was about to punch him when I raised my hand, stopping him from what he was about to do.
"Let's go,"
"M-majesty?"
I don't answer back and hop inside the car. He immediately followed and sit in the driver's seat before driving off the road.
"Majesty? You sure you're still doing the right thing?" Nash
I looked at his eyes. There's a hint of disapproval in his eyes but I don't care what he thinks, because he don't know how I feel. He don't know how torn I am right now between choosing my lady and country.
I knew this was wrong but I can't help it. I wanted her so badly. I'd never felt this way before to anyone just her and I don't wanna lose it.
I don't want to lose her.
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A/n: Okay my babes haha. There are many explosions after this chapter. Please! Be patient. I have a lot to point out. About his parents. Just chill. On the way they are hahahaha.btw, the real purpose of this story is about women. Woman Empowerment, that is. Half muna tayo next haha.
"Life was never been easy. You need to sacrifice, endure and experience humiliation in order to be strong, harder and smart,"