[KHALI] “Tell me what’s going on, Khali. You wouldn't have asked my help if there wasn't something happening. How did you know that Carmine is here in South Korea? And what are you really doing there in Thailand? Didn’t you ask me just yesterday about Jane’s whereabouts? Then suddenly, you have flown to Thailand, claiming that it is for business purposes. I don't understand why you are suddenly there, particularly given your past reluctance to return, even when your parents urged you to do so!” Jey’s voice echoed inside my car as my phone was set on loudspeaker. I felt like I just spent a whole minute listening to the pastor’s sermon. After receiving confirmation from Jey that Carmine had returned to South Korea, she bombarded me with questions. Jey can be quite difficult to handle when she becomes suspicious, and I am aware that she wouldn't cease until I revealed the truth. I was driving to ND Telecom and planning to pick up Jane. I couldn’t just stay put, knowing that Nicholas cou

[KHALI] I’ve been noticing Jane getting out of focus. She would stare down or elsewhere, getting lost in her thoughts. It bothered me not knowing what’s on her mind, so from time to time I would swipe my hand on her thigh to pull her out of her trance. She would blink her eyes a few times and would look at me as if nothing is wrong, flashing a small smile at me. She thought that would work to hide her uneasiness at that moment. Did I say something wrong? Did anything about our conversation made her feel uncomfortable? Was it Nicholas? I panned my attention to Nicholas who was just glaring in our direction. As much as I want to enjoy his fuming expression, I couldn’t since I was being distracted by Jane’s behavior at that moment. “What’s wrong?” I whispered to her as I leaned closer to her ear. She just shook her head and flashed a small smile again, and that fucking added up to my frustration. Was it because of that forehead kiss? I s

[JANE] It’s like everything was a dream. I’m back here in my office, together with the pile of documents on my desk that I needed to review and sign. Remind me again why I need to be a CEO? Oh, yes, because of my dad. My dream of being a professional photographer is now a pipe dream. How can I do that while I'm tied down here with all of my corporate duties and, of course, with Khali? I sighed as I stared down at the piece of document that I’ve been reviewing for almost an hour now; I couldn’t focus on my work; my head was full of thoughts of Khali. Something was bothering her on the day we arrived at the airport, and she refused to tell me about it. She won’t tell me about it even if I force her to. I wonder if it’s about me or us. “Fuck this,” this is pointless. I've got to get my thoughts straight. I wonder if Reese can go out with me today. I sighed again as I retrieved my phone and dialed my best friend's number. “Jane?” she imme

[KHALI] I woke up when I felt a pair of lips grazing down my jaw. I felt a weight on my chest and looked up to see a set of eyes staring back at me. Those weren't the eyes I expected to see first thing in the morning. Fuck. "Good morning, babe," she kissed me down my neck, to my jaw, and then up to my lips. I didn't feel anything but a heavy feeling inside my chest when her body pressed against mine. Disappointment and regret; I was disappointed in myself for allowing her to play me once more, and I regret giving in to her demands. I sighed deeply and attempted to stand up, pushing her body away from me. "Where are you going?” she whined and pouted, but I didn't answer and started to get dressed. She was still wrapped under the covers, and it would have been preferable if she stayed that way so I could easily leave, but she hopped from the bed and hugged me from behind, her arms around my waist. Not again. My jaw clenc

[KHALI] "Hey, Khali! I didn't see you for days!” Wearing the usual cheerful smile on his face, Thomas greeted me as soon as I got out of my car. I shrugged and tossed my keys, which he instantly caught in the air. "Yeah I had to go to Thailand to attend to some important matters," I told him dryly. I wasn't in the mood these days; I was drained, annoyed by what had happened to me the day before; I just wanted to go back to how I used to be, but I couldn't stop myself from thinking and worrying.  “Bad day?” Thomas asked though I sensed he was being cautious with his remarks. I just heaved a deep sigh before nodding at him. I shouldn’t vent out my anger to everyone. “Is Hannah there?” I asked him, changing the topic. Hannah is one of the people I entrust with our company's affairs. When I have to deal with important matters outside of the country, she takes over my task. She's reliable and trustworthy, but my faith in her didn't gr