Chapter 26

After four years I can say that, there's many changes. I got used to living here in Italy and with in four years, I repeatedly dreaming about Sav. How weird right? I thought it was true what happened then ... but I woke up the next day in my own apartment and there was no sign of outrage. I asked Marrie how I got home. She said I texted that I got home? But heck! I don't even remember anything! I also don’t remember me texting her but maybe that was a dream right? I woke up inside my room safe and clean.

I graduated Business Management. I want to study how my dad's company went around. But fate is playful. Because I want to earn my own money, I accepted a part time job. Modeling is one of them. Until I signed a contract to Elite 'Favoloso Modeling Company. I modeled their different kinds of fancy clothes, perfumes, and expensive bags that captivated the market. Every day I became hectic. Luca, my gay manager manipulated my career while Giuseppina my P.A listed down all my schedules and etc.

"Watch here, beautiful!" the camera man shouted and click the camera. I did all the poses in different angles.

"Well! Feroce '!" he requested for a fierce expressions so, I did. Every click of the camera I make different poses. I did it great because I'm used to it. In the four years I’ve been doing this.

We had break time so I went into my own dressing room.
"You did great, Bella!" Luca came in with a small silver bag that I knew was worth a few dollars. He's my gay manager. Half pinoy half Italian.

I smiled genuinely to him and started to took off all the make ups on my face. "I'm used to this Luca, so that's it."

"Oh no! You are so in demand on the market ! They really like you for our products. Good thing I discovered you! I will surely earn a lot because of you. "
I just shook my head and laughed. In the past year, here in Italy I have been to many places. I explored the different sights of Italy like, Venice Canal Grande, Tuscani Homes, Windows of Portofino, Cliffs of Capri and different wine shops.

Marrie has also returned to Philippines. Caleb also changed his apartment when Marrie left but he always visited me. And we were planning to go back in Philippines. Even just thinking about that my chest was already pounding. I would like to apply for any position in papa's company even if I start in the beginning because I know that I haven't enough experience in business. Modeling is the only thing in my experience. Luca teased me because of the flood of flowers in the dressing room from my fans.

"I'm not wondering why men drooling at you like a puppy. You're balortivo 'bella'." Luca praises me.

I put on a silky robe. "You’re kidding me."

He rolled his eyes at me. "By the way, you're invited tonight in Mille 'Miglia Fashions gatherings! You will represent the Favoloso Company! The dress and other things you will need are ready. Giuseppina! Vieni qui! Come here!" he called my P.A. to find out my schedule. I also learned that large business men and architects in different countries were invited. I was even more nervous when Luca told me that I was going to go on a rampage wearing one of Favoloso's gown.

"You can do it!" he said briskly to me before nightfall I was ready for fashion gatherings. Wearing a silver dress that was only up to my thigh and it was backless. It glows with every move I make. It pair with six inches gray stilettos. There are long earrings worn and a pair of glowing necklaces. My hair ponytailed and with a light lipstick and a light eyebrow I was ready to leave.

"You look really beautiful Roxette." Caleb praised me as he got out of his car.

"I know about it Caleb."

"Brat!" he chuckled and kissed me on cheeks. He's making fun of me.

I sneered at him. "Caleb! There’s lots of cameras heck!" I laughed at him.

He suddenly became serious and looked at me intently. "I'm sorry for all the trouble Roxette. Just a little patienc.." I smiled bitterly. In the past several times he has apologized. I accept it. We were both just stuck in the situation and I saw how he changed.

"I hope so ... Caleb. I hope so too."

He suddenly squeezed my cheek. "I'll let you go too! Don't worry." I blinked and laughed. We hugged each other for a while before I entered the grand hall. Shit! I regret why I didn’t bring my P.A. or even Luca at all! On the grand door the camera man's flocked on me. I'm thankful there are guards there to support me.

"Lady Roxette! Just a photo for my favor!" the other camera men requested.

"Ovviamente." I nodded and posed. The light of their camera immediately flashed.

"Thanks' Bella!"

"Thanks." I answered before finally entering. I was overwhelmed by the sea -like people. Gold is the only color inside. The long and wide table was covered with black fancy cloth.

With all smiles and poise I faced them all. There was a table full of people who I thought were business people stopped and looked at me suddenly I was nervous. I don't know why I was so nervous.

My grip tightened on my gray pouch. "Ma'am, you're Roxette Dela Rama right?" there was a woman I think american talked to me.

"A! Yes!"

"We are waiting for you. You're the next ma'am." She seemed hurriedly telling me to be restless. I suddenly remembered that I had a ramp now. Shit!

"Oh! My gosh. I'm sorry I forgot."

"It's alright. You still have a minute. This way.” She lead me backstage.She straightened me up immediately but my clothes were still the same. This is because Favolosa is so good that I will represent my jewelry.

The emcee spoke until I heard my name and the red cloth parted on stage. With confident and best smile I walked through the stage gracefully. My hips swaying side by side. When the first came, they applauded. I turned slowly and walked to the other side. There was a look of amazement on their faces. I also couldn’t help but be proud of myself. As I c I looked at the crowd. My eye was fixed on someone I didn’t expecting.

My jaw dropped literally. Savier sitting while there's a hard liquor on his hand. Throwing daggers look at me. His gaze was piercing and stinging. I saw how he looked down on my body sensually then back on my face. My legs turned into jelly. I melt just like that, fuck! In my four years of ramming , it’s just now that I am very neevous. His jaw tightened before he averted his gaze. There I saw who was next to him. Jezel wearing a black long dress looking at me coldly. Damn it!

Excruciating pain exploded in my system. My chest tightens. I was able to finish the ramp on stage even though I don't know if I showed a real smile? After the ramp I hurriedly ran to the rest room. My muscles trembled at the sight. I didn't even see them holding hands or anything but they were together. Jezel changed a lot. Is this what Marrie wants to tell me? But I just didn't give her a chance to tell me that.

"Shit!" I was just shocked and in front of the mirror of the comfort room. I ignored the two women who came out when they heard my swearing. I looked at myself in the mirror. I changed a lot. I looked like a matured woman now. I don't look friendly. Luca said I was intimidated by look Which is true. But now here I am crying. My eye liner smudged so I took the handkerchief and wiped my eyes. It really hurts. I could do nothing but cry .

"You can do it Rox! Just don't look at them." I comforted myself before going to the bathroom. I tried to enjoy the night and forgot what I saw. I socialized and mingled with models like me. I also talked to a male model. In the dark part and a bit far from the others. I chose the view here above because I can see the sky scraper of Italy. Very beautiful.

"I would like to have a project with you. I can tell my manager!" Gerald said to me. A Calvin Klein model of America. I didn't expect to talk to a big man like him.

I sipped my wine before answering him. "Yes, ofcourse! It's a big opportunity for me."

"So that's a deal?" He raised the goblet. I did the same with my cup as we both drank.

"Deal."
My smile faded as Gerald slowly backed away and someone took his place. My heart pound wildly watching Savier's jaw clenching dangerously. His both hands inside his pocket. Even though I am wearing a six inches in heels, I couldn't match his height. He changed a lot from his body to his deadly handsome face. I just stumbled.

I blinked and struggled to say something but the word seemed strange to me. He crossed the distance between the two of us until my back was stuck to the cold railing. The wind blew my hair languidly. I shivered when he held both his hands on either side of my railing. I immediately felt the heat of his body that when he breathed into my hair. I looked down and closed my eyes.

"W-What a-are you doing here?" I tried to sound normally but I was confused. I felt him take the drink he was holding in my hand and he finished it.

"How about you?"


I close my eyes to the coldness of his voice. My heart seemed to be piercing and beating violently.

"What does a married woman do in a dark place with a man, hmmm?" I tried to looked at him. I tried my best to look at him badly but when I saw that his with seriousness, I just avoided him again. I could still feel the heat when he stared at me. I think I'm going to faint.

"G-Gerald is a f-friend."

He nodded and moved his lips closer to my ear.
"Liar." he whispered and bit my ear. It’s tickling me. Fuck Savier!

"How many men huh? How many men have you bed? Except for me and your husband Caleb? How many Roxette?" he stressed himself to me. His words were like a knife. I was hurt by what he said.

"You know nothing." I said it boldly and averted my face but he pushed me.

"Let go ofe! What!?" I hissed madly but he forcefully grabbed a handful of my hair. I looked up at him. I was hurt when he grabbed my hair.

"What?!" My tears flowed. I cried with so much emotions. I closed my eyes.

His nose touched my cheeks and he whispered.

"You're a whore." I could do nothing but accept what he said and just cry. I didn’t expect it. I didn’t expect to see him here after four years.

"Let me go." I said to him and pushed him away a little. He gripped my jaw tightly and stared at my lip. None of myself bit my lip and I heard him curse. In an instant I felt him pushing me violently against a wall on the side of the railing. He scooped me and pinned on the wall. I was nailed by his body to the wall while violently kissing me. He's ruthless and rough but I like it. I like his kisses.