Chapter 30

It wasn’t my habit to go out especially someone I didn't know. My life has revolved around my best friends, mostly with Rosy my personal assistant.


“Let’s just meet at exactly 11 pm.”


I sent the message. Maybe this is good to be around with someone else. You’ve been too comfortable to people around you that you forgot to know other people as well.



You need this stranger’s energy for tomorrow. You'll need this guy to keep you occupied. This is good to distract myself, because thinking about what will happen tomorrow already stresses me out. It wasn't exhausting, but I'm not sure why I get so stressed and exhausted every time I see Hope's boyfriend. Every time I was with him, I prayed to the clock that time would pass quickly, and if he was leaving, I prayed that the clock would run so slowly and so long that he would not return sooner.




Hayes is a nice guy, at least the way he presents himself to me. To be honest, the moment I saw him, I feel scared. I have doubts about him. He was like a guy who were going insane because of the bad habits.



Behind that, he is god to me.



I'm just glad he respected my decision to keep this private. Nobody knows about my condition, and I want to keep it as private as possible. I'm glad Hayes has no intention of telling anyone else. I just don’t want people to know my situation or treat me differently after hearing that news. And now, another reason added, I don’t want Kairus to know about it too.




Ramsey, my manager, advised me not to make this information public. I did it to protect everyone, including Hayes. I want to protect his normal and quiet life away from the media.


Hayes believes that because I have Hope's heart, he will continue to see me as he does Hope, but I believe the mind knows and can read. I, too, had Hope’s heart, but it is very different from who I am and who she is. I'm still Aime, and if Hayes asked me to be his girlfriend, I'd decline. Hope's heart, I believe, understands it as well.


I can read Hayes' actions well, but I know he's just making his time, everything slower and smoother. I shook my head to shove those thoughts away.


I just checked my phone because I noticed the time and noticed that my brother is still not answering or responding with my calls and text.




Where is he? Why is so busy that he forgot to read my messages.



I get out of bed when the clock strikes eleven o'clock at night.

I’m just wearing a jacket and a pajama and a cap in the evening. I also brought my phone and wallet. I wanted to keep my face with a light make-up or even just a tint, but wearing those make-up made my face feel heavy, so I decided to show their bare face with no make-up.


I'm not going to impress him or anything, and I believe in my natural beauty. I'm only there to eat and try to be in someone's company.




I'm already in the corridor. I looked out my window at the restaurant. I could see them all through the window glass, and there were a few customers inside. In the center, I noticed a man in a maroon suit crossing his arms and staring at his phone on the table.



His posture is masculine and good. I texted him to see if he was the guy, and we'll see what happens.




I saw him quickly pick up the phone after the message was sent. Indeed, it was him.


“Yes, I am already here but no worries and pressure. You can take your time. I’m not in hurry.” He replied.



I didn't respond since I’m going to him now, anyway. As I passed by, the guard smiled at me.


"Ma'aam, good evening." He greeted.



He let me out by opening the door. In response, I smile. "Good evening as well.”


I'm dressed simply and am confident that no one will notice me. When the traffic light turned green, the car came to a complete stop on the road, so I dashed off before I ran out of time at the traffic light.


The guard in the restaurant opened the door when he saw me in front of it. He didn't recognize me, so I averted my gaze and went inside. I think wearing this camouflage outfit is good. No one even glanced my way. Even the guy who's going to have dinner with me didn't notice me either. He was looking calmly at the phone on his table.

When I cleared my throat, he became aware and looked at me quick. His eyes rose in surprise and I smirk while standing in front of him.


He’s handsome with soft features of his face like a guy with a gentle soul.


"Hello," he said, surprised. He looked at me, stunned and surprised. He whispered, looking at me mesmerized, “"You came,"


Maybe he thought I was playing a joke on him or tricking him. "You came," he said, stunned.




I laughed and held on to the chair. "Of course, I said yes to this-



I came to a halt. One look and the world stopped defeaningly. I was so preoccupied with him and his table that I didn't notice the other people around.


I stopped.


Kairus is also seated behind our table, facing me. I was completely taken aback when I saw him. I was so taken aback that I stared at him for that long. He was also staring at me as if he knew me at all.


He’s now wearing a shirt, and next to him was a woman dressed in a dress.




“Miss Anderson, are you okay?” This guy asked, and glad that I snapped back. I sat down quickly after averting my gaze.


He smiled in a complete white teeth. The expression on my face changed as I remembered Karius. This guy in front of me, noticed it immediately. He looked around. “Did they recognize you?” He asked, “Is this place safe for you?”


“I’m okay.” I said, warmly somewhat recovered from that sudden incident. I tried to peek behind him, but he was still staring at us. I bowed slightly and drew closer to the jack's head to hide my face. When I tried to move my gaze, the customer looked at me strangely and curiously.


“I forgot to introduce myself. I’m Clarence Williams, and perhaps you remember me now?” he asked a little bit hopeful.


I chuckled. “I’m not really good in remembering.” I said, and I stared at him and scorching my eyes closer. “hm… You seem a little bit familiar but… I don’t think I saw you.”


He softly laugh. “Let’s forget about it. We need good impression to let the other way remember us.”


He’s lighthearted. I was curious but my eyes was even more curious behind him.


Who is she? Is he married? Maybe…oh, he’s not going younger. The last time, I recalled he was twenty two when I was 18, and now that I was twenty, maybe he is already 26, perfect age for creating a family.



I’m glad that I survived the years of not seeing him around and now, why would our world would turn like this?


He suddenly stood up so I immediately bowed. Why am I guilty right away! I can pretend I don't know him. I don't remember him anymore.


"Aime, are you okay?" Clarence asked. I almost forgot that I was with him and now I’m so preoccupied. Damn you, Aime.


“Come again?” I said, and sighed.



“Do you prefer wine, coffee or water?”


“Wine is better.” I uttered. I need that to doze quickly to sleep. I don’t want to have nightmares again with him. I already buried him away from my wall.


I noticed that the food is not yet served in our table. I lifted my head and didn’t notice that Clarence was talking to me and I hear but it didn’t sink to me.


“Can I go to the restroom?” I asked, nicely. Clarence nodded.


“Sure, no problem.” I stood up, and walked away from our table. I also heard the creeks of the heels. As I walked toward the restroom, I saw Kairus walking, and beside him was the woman who was holding his arm.


Ofcourse, he attracts big butted sexy girls.