Chapter 128

❤️EVE❤️

DAYS LATER.......

I ruffled Lulu's fur as I rested my eyes on my phone. I am currently in my apartment and in my bedroom waiting for a text or a call from Adrian, but I am getting nothing.

And it has been days now.

What is going on?

Lulu yawned, moving her body as I caressed her fur.

A beep from my phone took my attention, making me grab my phone instantly.

It was a text from school.

Disappointment filled me as I put down the phone.

I laid on my back, staring at the season as I thought of what could possibly be the problem.

He doesn't read or return my texts anymore.

What is wrong?

Is he okay?!

Or is he busy?

But it is going to a week now.

Sighing, I sat up as Lulu moved around my bed.

I got on my feet and walked towards my window. I stared at the city lights that never cease to look beautiful every night.

I folded my hands, staring at the sky as he clouded my thoughts as always. I closed my eyes as I recalled the moment at the beach.

Our first night together.

And the fact that he kidnapped me.

The beautiful moments we shared at his second mansion.

God, his gorgeous gray eyes, warm touch, tall glory and commanding Aura.

I miss him so much.

I miss you Adrian.

Why aren't you answering me?

Are you okay?

And can't even call anyone else to ask after you.

This is so disturbing and frustrating at the same time.

Lulu made a sound, making me look her way.

I walked towards the bed and picked her up. I carried her in my arms, caressing her fur as I stared at my phone.

I got a beep and I quickly reached for it. I unlocked it instantly, only to see a text from Imogen.

I let out a disappointed sigh as I moved towards the couch and sat on it.

I dialed Imogen's number and placed my phone close to my ear, still holding Lulu with my other hand.

"Hey," Imogen sang over the phone.

"He has not answered me yet," I said without wasting a second.

"Who? You mean....."

I nodded. "Adrian has not replied yet."

She heaved a sigh.

"I don't understand what is going on anymore. I know he doesn't reply that fast, but this is the longest he has delayed his reply," I said, getting worried.

"Okay, calm down. If it wasn't late, I would come over but just wait for another day. He might reply tomorrow," Imogen said.

I scoffed. "It has been days now, Imo. Something is wrong. I need to do something."

She scoffed. "Do what, exactly?  Go to his place?"

I lowered my gaze on Lulu as my heart tightened a bit.

"You know you can't do that. Especially on your own," she said.

"I tried calling during the past days, but his line didn't go through. I have been texting and texting but no reply. What does it mean?" I asked.

"Well.....that could mean he blocked your line or something."

I furrowed my brows. "What?"

"Evie...."

"Why would he do that? I didn't do anything wrong. Our last chat together before he stopped replying was peaceful. Why would he block me all of a sudden?" I asked, feeling a lot of things.

"Maybe he realized what is doing to infidelity and has decided to stop and focus on his marriage," she said, making me more worked up.

"Imogen,"

"Or maybe you are just over reacting. You know he is a busy man. A Don for Pete's sake. Be patient and give him some time," she said.

I lowered my gaze, nodding a bit.

"I guess I am overreacting. Let's just wait a bit."

"Good. That's the spirit. How is Lulu?" she asked.

"She is right here," I said, caressing Lulu's fur.

"Aw. Nice emotional support animal. I am glad she is there with you. I can imagine how your brain is functioning right now," she said.

I let out a sigh.

"I just miss him, Imo. I am slowly losing my mind. He never takes this long to send me a reply," I said, feeling my heart tightening slowly.

"I know. Just give him some time, okay?"

I nodded.

"I have to go. I am not yet done with the new project. What about you?" She asked.

"I haven't even started yet," I said, getting on my feet and walking towards my bed.

"You need to take your studies seriously. If you want to be a Don's girl, you need to be educated, so people will not look down on you." She said, making me roll my eyes.

"You are sounding like I am going to marry him or something."

She scoffed. "Uh duh. You are literally crazy about him. Don't you want that?"

I placed Lulu on the bed, and she walked on it as I sat on the bed.

"I haven't thought about marriage since he came into my life. I am just living a day at a time, getting more deeply involved with him. Besides, he is still married to Candela," I said, rolling my eyes.

"Yeah. Just relax, okay? And do your school work. I will see you in class. I love you, bye." She said, hanging up.

I stared at my phone. I moved to call log and sighted the Don's line.

I bit my lips a bit and dialed his number. I placed it on a loud speaker, hoping to hear his voice.

But........

"The person you are trying to call is not available at the......"

I hung up, laying on my back as I let out a sigh.

Please be okay.

Please.

NEXT DAY........

IN CLASS.......

Seated in our slightly filled and slightly noisy class, I moved my gaze to the entrance door for the umpteenth time since I walked into class.

I am waiting for Mario to walk in through the entrance. If he is wearing a bright and happy face, then his father is okay.

If he is wearing a sad face or doesn't come in at all, then.....

My heart picked up as the thought of something bad happening to the Don gave me the creeps.

No, no, no, Evelyn. Stop the negative thoughts. He is fine.

There must be some kind of explanation for this.....this ghosting.

"Did you touch your project last night, Evie?" Imogen asked.

"Huh?" I asked while looking away from the entrance door as some students walked in.

None is Mario.

"Evie,"

"What?"

"What are you looking at?"

Sighing, I looked at her. "What did you say?"

She scoffed. "Why are you staring at the entrance?"

"I am waiting for Mario," I said, moving my gaze back to the entrance door.

"Why?"

"I want to know if his father is okay," I said.

Imogen scoffed. "Seriously,"

Mario walked in, making my entire being light up.

"He is here," I said, smiling.

God, his father is okay. Mario's presence just confirmed it.

"What are you going to do, ask him after his father just like that?" Imogen asked.

"Shhh," I hushed as Mario got closer.

"This is ridiculous," I heard Imogen say as Mario got to our seat.

As expected, he gave me a smile. I smiled at him too.

"Mario," I called.

"Evie, hey," he said.

"Hey,"

"You look lovely as always," he said.

"Thank you. You too," I said, staring at his black and white attire. He look nice too.

"Hey, Imogen," he said to Imogen.

"Hey," Imogen said, smiling at him but giving me a look.

"Um....how is Mimi though? I figured I haven't asked you about her since the incident with Neo," I said.

"She is great. I literally dropped her off at school before getting here," he said.

"Oh. What about her driver?" I asked, getting closer to the question I wanted to ask.

"He is busy. My dad needed more hands, so I had to drop her off. I need to get ready for an emergency quiz. I will see you later," he said, smiling at me.

I nodded. "Alright,"

He walked towards his seat.

I let out a sigh.

"See? The Don is very busy. He even needs more hands. Can you be calm now?" Imogen asked.

I lowered my gaze on my notebook as HE filled my thoughts again.

I know he is a busy man.

But is he too busy to just say hi to me?

It can't be work.

It can't be because he is too busy.

Since he is fine and all, something else could be the reason.

What is it?

DAYS LATER..........

I walked along the busy hallway with a lot on my mind.

Actually, with one person on my mind and a lot of questions about the fact that it's been almost two weeks and I haven't heard a word from Adrian.

His line is still not going, and he has not responded to my million chats.

Imogen concluded that he had blocked my line and had ended things between without letting me know.

A huge part of me can't bring myself to believe or accept that.

I am trying my hardest not to lose my mind completely. I am kidding myself in check till I get answers myself.

So, I am going to take this move and get him to say it to my face, the reason he shut me out.

I got out of the school building and headed towards the parking lot. As expected, I spotted Mario standing close to his car and talking to whoever was on the phone.

This is your chance, Evelyn.

I let out a breath before walking closer to him.

"Alright. I will send a message to them right away. "Bye," he said to the person on the line, and hung up before looking my way.

"Evie," he called, smiling.

I smiled too. "Hey,"

"Hey, I thought you must have gone home by now," he said.

"Yeah, about that..." I paused, lowering my gaze on my fingers.

"Is something wrong?" he asked.

I looked at him. "I need to ask you for a favor, if you don't mind."

"No, go on. Anything for you," he said.

I gave a tiny smile.

"Um....the dormitory where I live is having a lot of problems with um.... reptiles and disease-filled insects."

He furrowed his brows.

"The dormitory owner asked us to stay away this weekend so they could fumigate the entire dorm. I heard the smell is bad for people, so they advised that we uh....we stay away." I said as my heart pounded.

He kept staring at me.

"I wish I could stay at Imogen's, but their house is filled up with their relatives who visited and her mum still hasn't accepted our friendship up until this moment. So I was wondering if I could....um.....spend the weekend at the mansion," I said.

He smiled at me. "Really?"

I nodded.

God, I hope he buys it.

"Of course. You could just move back in, Evie. I told you that filthy dorm is not for you," he said, making me lower my gaze.

He doesn't know I have gotten a new place.

"No offense though," he added.

I nodded, looking at him. "None taken. But I can't um....I can't move back in. Your mum will....."

"Let's not talk about her, okay?" he retorted.

I nodded slightly.

"Don't worry about her. Just hop in, let's go," he said.

"Right now?" he asked.

"Yeah. I am heading home. Is there something you want to get at your place?" he asked.

I shook my head. "Not really,"

"Let's go," he said, opening his car.

Damn, that was easy.

I am sorry, Mario.

I don't mean to take advantage of your affection for me.

But I can't breathe anymore.

I need to see Adrian.

I need to see him badly.

I am coming to you, Adrian.