Lucy POV
I woke up and found myself lying on my mattress. I felt strange since I didn't go back to my room last night. Did Gale carry me all the way upstairs just to place me inside my room? I feel careless because I didn't remember that I fell asleep on the terrace.
I quickly put my toes on the floor and ambled out from my bed going to the bathroom. I made a quick shower and open my dress cabinet to choose what kind of outfit I will be wearing for today. It's my me-time so I have my freedom to go anywhere I want. I decided to wear a plain white t-shirt and baggy pants to go to the supermarket for groceries. Adidas white sneakers would be attractive. I love wearing comfortable clothes especially when I'm not inside the penthouse or office.
I sat in front of my make-up area and saw my reflection in the mirror. I saw myself but in an aura of a different person and not the coward Lucy from the past. While thinking about what happened back then, the worst nightmare I had with Eloisa and Kent and inside the prison, my dad quickly arises inside my thoughts. I don't know if he's okay or not inside the home for the aged facility. I feel bad for myself for not visiting him after the police discharged me from the cell house. I had no idea that I just died two months ago. It's hard to tell the assigned officers at Harmony House for Aged people that I am Raphael's daughter. They will also recognize me as the owner of Zeus Palace and will take pictures of me and posted it to the media. I can't do that since das will know that it's me on the television and not just anyone. He knew it because he's my father.
I have one person in my mind to do my task as Lucy. I will visit my friend Cassandra as soon as possible after meeting my son Austin at Eloisa's house. I guess they won't suspect me for any reason since I'm now Greta and Lucy vanished in the world two months ago. I miss my son so much. This was the only way to see and spend time with him without him knowing that I am his real mother.
I took my wallet and put it in the pocket of my baggy pants. It's a hassle to bring a handbag and wearing high heels. I want to feel a normal life since I'll go to public places. Anyways, wearing a black cap made them think I'm not Greta Stone, the wife of a businessman millionaire Gale Stone. Besides, we’re not officially married in the eyes of God. It's only a revenge contract for his brother and Eloisa. We're only using each other to avenge the people who hurt us. We had the same advocacy about what we are fighting for.
I put a little red lipstick as the final touch on my make-up. I pressed my lips together to blend it and fix my hair a little by combing it one last time. I just let it fall down my back.
I ambled downstairs and saw Gale having a coffee at the dining table. He had an important meeting I guess since he woke up so early. He heard my footsteps. He looks up and greeted me with his ear-to-ear smile, but it faded when he saw me wearing a simple dress I used to wear back then. His eyebrows crossed after he sips one drink of coffee into his mouth.
"Oh, why are you wearing that dress? Don’t you recall what I told you?” he said with his serious gaze, but I walked closer and sat in front of him with a sweet smile on my face.
“I know but I just miss this outfit. Don't worry, I'll be careful!” I promise him and reach out his hands to hold it. He took my hands too and pressed my palm.
His face changes and a wide smile appeared again on his face.
"Okay, but where are you going? Can I come?” he asked me.
I shook my head.
“Remember you have a meeting. I'm just going to our supermarket to buy groceries!” I mumbled.
He was confused.
"We can close it if you want to be alone. I'll call manager Ko to close the mall for you, Lucy!” he told me, but I won't accept it. I can't just close the mall for groceries only. What if some people badly need to buy something today that only our mall had?
“It's okay. I'll be quick. I won't cause any scene. Don't worry about me." I said and Gale finally permitted me to go.
He took a deep sigh after. I'm stubborn and he knows that.
"Okay. Just call me if you want me to pick you, okay?” he said, and I nod my head as a sign of yes.
I just drink a coffee before going. I ride in the cab and tell the driver to bring me to the GS Supermall. When I stepped outside the cab, I feel glad to see numerous people going in and out to go shopping. I wish I can bring Austin here and buy him another cone of mango ice cream.
I wear my cap so no one can recognize me. I walked out first to the fruit section since Gale loves fruits and vegetables so much. Living with him made my tummy puff a little since he was one of the great chefs in New York.
I slowly pushed my cart towards it when someone bumps his cart at my back. I got angrier. Who was the careless person to hit me on my butt? I furiously looked back and about to shout at him because of his recklessness when I realized that this man looks familiar. He froze also to see me. Our eyes met and I can't hide the fact that I still feel the same even many years had passed. I should have slapped him and choke him to die but why couldn't do it now? I could hear the loud sounds of my heartbeat through my ears. I was blinded by my deepest love for him. He destroyed and left me broken.
I just got back from my senses when he called my name. My new name.
“Greta, is that you?” he asked me with his surprised look.
I quickly bent my head to cover my face from anyone. I won't cause any scenes here. I simply nod my head and smiled at him.
"You're Kent, right? My husband's brother?” I said trying not to act like Lucy in front of him. If he found out that I'm only faking my identity, our plan won't work.
I can see in his eyes that he's talking to Lucy.
“Yeah, yes. We met at the party, right? Um, can I ask you something?” he said while looking into my eyes.
It's a bit awkward to look at him too so I'm not even looking directly at his beautiful eyes.
"What is it? I'm in a hurry so can you tell me now?” I said while looking at my wristwatch.
He walked closer and hastily hold my hands. I tried to let go but he cupped it hard.
“Tell me if you're not Lucy and I won't bother you anymore. Please, I know it's you, Lucy. I'm sorry and I miss you." He said like crazy.
"What are you doing? I'm not Lucy and I don't even know that girl you're talking about! Do I look cheap to you, Mr. Stone? Get off me. I'm not Lucy whoever she was!” I said while struggling from his grip.
I shouted so everyone notices us. He quickly set my arms free and finally, he went back to his senses.
“I'm so sorry. I may go!” Kent left me as I took a deep breath to calm myself.
I could feel the damp in my eyes but tried to hold it.
I won't cry anymore, and I won't be coming back as Lucy Mason ever even in my death.