Chapter 129

"What about your cat?" Mario asked as we pulled up in his compound.

My heart picked up as I stared at the mansion with the thought of one certain person in mind.

"You didn't bring her along," Mario said, making me look at him.

"Huh? Oh, Lulu. I took her to an animal care center. She will be there till after the weekend," I said.

He furrowed his brows. "Animal care center?"

I nodded.

"Wow. I didn't know that existed. Come on, let's go in," he said, taking off his seatbelt.

I took mine off too, but nervously, and we got out of the car.

I walked around the car, and he extended his hand to me.

I gave a tiny smile as I reached for his hand. He held my hand and led the way into the mansion.

My heart pounded as I thought of Mimi.

Oh God.

Just think about Adrian.

He gives you strength and courage. You are here to see him and know why he shut you out.

Ignore everyone else.

God, I sound selfish.

Adrian has affected so deeply.

All I think of is him.

Getting into the mansion, my luck was punctured the minute I saw Candela, Mimi and her mum in the living room.

I let out a breath as my heart pounded super fast.

"Good day, family," Mario said, walking proudly without letting go of my hand.

I locked eyes with Mimi, and she scowled at me as she and her mum got on their feet.

Mario and I stood close to the sofa, looking at them.

Mimi threw daggers at me with her eyes, making me lower my gaze.

Candela heaved a sigh.

"Son, what is she doing here?" She asked.

"She is my guest, and she will be staying for the weekend," Mario said without looking back.

"What?!" Mimi and her mother asked in unison, making me look at them.

They are looking at me unpleasantly.

Mimi most especially.

Oh Geez.

What if she spilled out what she saw that day?

How do I get out of it if she does?

I don't even think Adrian is at home.

"Mario, just go. I am so not in the mood for your drama today," Candela said, sipping her drink.

That was unexpected.

Mimi scoffed as she and her mother looked at Candela, who didn't seem to care.

"That's awesome. Come on, Evie," Mario said, taking me towards the stairs.

"Mario, you....."

"Not now, Mimi." He retorted as we walked up the stairs.

I looked at Mimi momentarily as we walked. She is unsettled and scowling at me. I averted my eyes from her and focused on the stairs.

I let out a tiny sigh of relief the minute we got to the hallway.

That was intense.

"Don't worry, you will have no problems throughout the weekend," Mario assured, smiling at me.

I smiled too.

"Thank you,"

"Nah. Anything for you," he said as we looked ahead.

Liliana was approaching with a tray in her hands.

Her face twitched the minute she saw us.

Which reminds me.

That's the same look on her face that night I hugged Mario.

"Liliana," Mario called as she got closer.

"Yes, sir."

"Get Evie here something to eat." He ordered, making Liliana look at me momentarily.

I pursed my lips slightly as she nodded.

"Bring it to her room immediately," he ordered.

"Yes sir" she said.

"She will be spending the weekend with us so you are in charge of her welfare," he said, making me look at him.

"Um that will not be..... "

"It is, Evie. You are my guest, and you need to be treated rightly," he said, returning his gaze to Liliana.

"I believe you heard me correctly, Liliana, "

"Yes, sir. I did," Liliana said.

"Good. Now off you go," he said, walking past Liliana without letting go of my hand.

"Your room has been waiting for you," he said, smiling at me.

I smiled too but looked behind me.

I caught Liliana looking our way, but she quickly faced her direction.

I turned to my direction, processing her behavior a bit.

"This is you," Mario said, and I realized we were in front of the room that used to be mine.

He opened it, and he gestured to me to walk in first.

I did, walking into the room and my eyes moved to the mirror stand.

I recalled Adrian placing me on it and kissing me passionately.

I also recall the first moment we had when he fingered me.

God, I miss him so much.

Gosh.

"Is that how much you miss this room?" Mario asked, snapping me off my thoughts.

I looked at him.

He is standing a bit close to the door, looking at me with a smile.

I lowered my gaze.

"I still want you to move back in," he said.

I shook my head, looking at him.

"I can't,"

He nodded. "It's okay. I am glad you are here though."

I gave a tiny smile.

"I need to go take a shower and head to the warehouse. My dad needs my help right now," he said, making my heart race.

"I will see you later, okay?" he said.

I nodded. "Okay,"

"Call me if you need anything. Your things are still in the closet." he said, heading out of the room.

I let out a sigh as I looked around the room.

It's been a while.

I do miss it.

Mainly because of the memories and priceless moments with Adrian.

He is busy at the warehouse.

I can't wait to see him.

I need to be patient.

Let's take a shower first.

ALMOST AN HOUR LATER.....

I stared at myself in the mirror, brushing my hair. I am dressed in one of my sit-at-home dresses, looking like I used to look those times I was here.

A knock came on my door and I walked towards it.

It must be Liliana.

I grabbed the door knob and opened the door, revealing Liliana with a tray in her hands.

She gave me a tiny smile as I moved aside so she could walk in.

She walked in and I closed the door.

I watched as she moved towards my bed and placed the tray on it that had a covered plate on it.

"Thank you," I said as she stood up straight.

She looked at me. "You are welcome. It is good to have you back."

I nodded, lowering my gaze.

"Excuse me," she said, walking past me.

"Um...." She spoke up, making me turn to her.

"I don't mean to intrude or invade your privacy, but are you um....are you two back together?" She asked.

I didn't respond but studied her face.

Her face twitched a bit.

"Um..... forget that I asked that and forgive me. I will just go now. Enjoy your meal," she said nervously, masking it with a smile as she turned away.

"No," I said, stopping her on her track.

"Mario and I are not back together," I said.

She looked at me.

"And we are not getting back together. I am just here for some reasons," I said.

She nodded slightly. "Oh...."

The door opened, shutting her up and revealing Mimi.

My heart picked up.

She walked into the room while scowling at me.

Oh God.

"Leave us, Liliana." She said without looking away from me.

"Excuse me," Liliana said, walking out of the room and closing the door after her.

I am left alone with Mimi.

"Mimi....."

"What on earth are you doing here, Evelyn?" She snarled.

"I just....."

"Is it your plan to ruin my cousin and my uncle's life and relationship?" She retorted.

"No. You got it all wrong. That's not my intention," I defended.

"What other intention does a girl going after her boyfriend's dad, a man old enough to be her father have if not to cause problems between father and son?" Mimi asked.

"I don't want to cause any problems, trust me."

She scoffed.

"Mario is not my boyfriend. I was never interested in him." I said.

Her face twitched.

"I only see him as a friend. And I am here because my....my place was fumigated," I said.

She scoffed.

"I have no place to go," I added.

"You are a bloody soulless liar, Evelyn, and I can't believe I trusted you with my cousin's heart," she said.

I lowered my gaze, feeling terrible.

"You are here because of my uncle. You want to see him, don't you?"

I looked at her.

"You had to lie to Mario so you could come here. How freaking cunning can you be?" she asked.

"Mimi, please....."

"Forget that shit, Evelyn. You have Imogen's place to be. Instead you decided to come here," she said.

I heaved a sigh.

"I don't know what your plans are, but my uncle and cousin are very important to me and I will not let some worthless girl come in between them," she said.

I felt tears coming as I stared at her.

"Take my advice and leave. Go far away and out of their lives for good. You are nothing but a home wrecker," she said, walking out of my room.

A tear rolled down my eyes, but I wiped it off as I sat on the couch.

I stared at nowhere in particular as Adrian came to my mind.

"I am sorry, Mimi. But I can't leave till I see Adrian."

I am sorry.

NIGHT HOURS.......

I walked out of my room and closed the door behind me gently.

I took slow and quiet steps along the quiet hallway, leading to the main hallway.

Everywhere is very quiet, which means everyone is asleep.

But I have a feeling that I might run into HIM.

I looked to my left and right and I didn't see anyone. I walked along the main hallway till I got to the stairs.

I was about to descend the stairs when something caught my eye in the living room.

It was HIM.

My heart picked up, racing as I stared at him.

He is seated on the couch and has a laptop on his lap.

He is wearing a black tank top and gray sweatpants, focused on his laptop.

God, I knew I would see him out here someway, somehow.

He looks more divine whenever I look at him.

I made an attempt to take a step down, but he got on his feet with his laptop and headed towards where I know as his office.

I looked behind me for a clear coast before descending the stairs. I made my way towards the living room and headed towards the hallway leading to his office.

I got to his office door and I grabbed the door knob. Opening the door, I walked in, and I saw him on his feet and looking at something on his desk, but his attention moved to me instantly.

My heart raced.

His face twitched as his eyes rested on me.

"The fuck?"

"Adrian," I called.

"What are you doing here? How did you get in?" he asked, looking confused and surprised at me.

I don't think Mario told him I was around.

"I came with...."

"What are you doing here, Eve?" he retorted, sounding harsh.

"I came with Mario to...."

"Why?" He retorted again, staring at me in a way.

I furrowed my brows a bit.

"I wanted to see you," I said.

He scoffed, turning and walking towards his window.

"You have been ignoring my texts and your line has not been going through for almost two weeks now," I said, staring at his back, which was facing me, as he placed his hand on his waist and ran his fingers through his hair a bit.

"What is going on?" I asked.

He didn't reply.

"It almost felt like you.....you were shutting me out," I said, hoping to be wrong.

"That's because I am," he said without looking at me.

I furrowed my brows.

"What?"

He turned to me and walked closer to his desk, staring at me with those mesmerizing gray eyes that look different right now.

"I am not just shutting you out, Eve. You no longer exist to me."

A sharp pain crossed my heart as tears approached my eyes.

"Wha....what does that mean?"

"You don't exist to me, Eve. Leave right now."

I let out a breathless scoff.....