Gulf's POV
I've been staying in Pops' mansion for 6 days already. I am pretty sure Mew will not go to our unit but I just want to avoid everyone. When I am here, no one would dare go to my room. It's the rule here. My cousins and siblings don't stay in their respective rooms for now so here I am, alone on this floor.
I was absent for a week already. I just keep on sleeping but today I decided to go out for a walk.
"You look like a zombie."
"Most handsome Zombie." I didn't even spare a glance at him. I am not in the mood for a talk.
"I agree," Cirrus said.
I just walk past him and went to the garden.
I didn't know that he followed me too.
"Go back to school, you're dad will be furious to know that his son is just sleeping his ass for a week already."
"I don't mind you following me but can you at least shut up? Are guards supposed to talk with personal matters with their boss?"
"Can we have a simple chat between Cirrus and Gulf just for today?" He asked.
"Don't try your luck. I am not in the mood. If you don't want to leave, act as a top guard like how you should be. Just stand, no talking." I pointed to his co-trainees who are just standing in the corner. They are the future premium security guard of this household. For now, trainees only guard the parameters of the mansion. They can't come with pops outside. Pops security is the main priority.
"If you miss him that much, why don't you give him the second chance that he deserves? Stop acting tough just because you are a Kirigun."
"You really don't know how to fucking shut your fucking mouth?" I grabbed his collar. "You are not my friend. I don't just befriend anyone. So stop acting like you can give me advice or something. I don't need anything."
"Call me if you need a lift."
He said in a serious tone.
I know I am being too much. I turned around to see him still standing a few meters away from me.
Am I allowed to have guy friends? No one will get mad at me now for being close to someone.
"Cir, let's go to a club. Have you been there?"
"Of course. I know a place." He said smiling. Bipolar guy.
It took me more than an hour to prepare and when I went outside the house, I saw him looking so fresh.
"You look good." He really has the guts to talk to me. The servants were looking at him like he killed someone after hearing how he talked to me casually. No guards or servants are brave enough to talk to me. I am not Thea who hangs around with anyone and gossips with the maids.
"You look like a human at last. Congratulations." The way he dresses up, you will be convinced that he was a Traips too.
"I will take that as a compliment. Shall we, sir?"
We've been in the club for more than an hour already. I just keep on drinking while he keeps flirting with the girls out there.
I browsed my phone reading Mew's messages. I missed him so much.
His last text was about two hours ago.
He said he was doing overtime to check the inventory. He still tells me everything.
That's why I keep sleeping to restrain myself from texting him. I want to say I miss him so much I could die. I could not change the fact that I broke up with him already and I am not someone who goes against my words.
"You know if you just lower your pride, you'll be happier." I didn't notice that he already returned to his seat.
"Done making out?" I just replied.
"I am not." He cracked up. "I was just curious how does lipstick tastes and it's fucking terrible. So? Should I drive you there?"
"Can we just check on him but I am not going to show myself."
"Noted, sir."
We were now parked on the street across their store. I saw him hugging the woman, his co-employee. This is what I am talking about. I was standing outside the car looking intently at how Mew flirts in his work. This is what he does during overtime. I am glad I broke up with him.
He saw me. I saw him running towards me.
"Cirrus, please speed up. This is your fault."
I am so mad. Why did I expect him to be sad like me? I thought he will at least feel bad about what happened between us but he was not.
"I am sorry. Stop crying now."
"I am not crying stupid," I yelled.
He stopped the car.
"The next time you feel like crying, please don't do it in front of me." He told me.
Mew's POV
I am making myself believe that Gulf is just on a week vacation and will return to me after relaxing. I still text him my whereabouts and what I am doing. This is one step to get him back. I realized that he was right, I almost have no time for him. I reread my messages for the past months and all my texts are always about picking him up. I miss Gulf so much.
I talked to dad about the position I am aiming for now. I asked for a branch manager position at least, I'll aim higher after the experience.
I explained to him how I am losing my time with Gulf. When I mentioned him, dad agreed. I got the position again because of him. He is my lucky charm as always.
I texted him that I'll work overtime since this is my last day with this branch. They asked me to eat out but I declined. Gulf hates it, right?
The manager walked in front of me. She is just six years older than me but acted like my mom here.
"Everything will be alright, Mew. He loves you and we all know how devoted you are to your boyfriend so go, win him back." She opened her arms wide for a hug.
I just hugged her. "Thanks, boss."
"We will miss you here. Just keep doing what you are doing and you're dad will see that you deserve the spot."
I hope so. I will try to win him back now. One week has passed already.
I turned around to see him standing across the street. It was dark but I can see his blank expression from where I am standing.
He quickly gets inside the car.
He misunderstood it again. Fuck it.
I tried calling him but he was not answering.
This destiny is fucking playing with my life.
Gulf's POV
Now my decision is final. I just made the right choice. I keep talking to myself in front of the mirror.
I am going back to my condo.
I won't be afraid of meeting him again if ever.
It was Sunday morning and I was just busy reorganizing my unit.
I put Mew's stuff in a big box. He has a lot for heaven's sake.
"Will you get your stuff or you want me to just donate it? Everything was placed in a box already." I messaged him.
"I am coming baby."
I felt anxious after reading his message.
"I will sleep. Just get it and leave right away. No need to wake me up." I covered myself with a blanket and forced myself to sleep. I don't want to talk to him. After I sent the message my phone battery died. I charged it and went back to bed.
Two hours have passed and I still can't sleep. All the sounds from outside make me feel uneasy. I always thought that it was him already.
I heard the door opened finally. Now I am sure that this is him.
"Baby?" I felt my bed moved.
He kissed my cheek. "I miss you so much. Please give me another chance."
I just ignored him.
"I realized how ass I was. I will give more time to you. I was promoted already. Dad gave me a higher position, not my dream position but still better than the old one."
He just keeps speaking. "Can you give me that one week trial too? The one you gave to Joss after you broke up. Give me a chance to make it right, if you're still not satisfied then I'll accept it."
"You have no right to tell me what to do. I am decided. Thanks to you."
He pinned me on my bed.
He was about to kiss me. I am longing for this. He was licking his lips while staring at mine.
I almost closed my eyes when I heard a loud knock on the door. Who could that be?
"Do you have a guest?" He asked.
He stood up and opened the door.
"Why the fuck are you here?" Mew yelled.
Cirrus ignored him and walked towards me.
"I have a buzzer there why knock? Stupid."
I teased him.
"This is no time for jokes Gulf. Why did you turn off your phone? I tried calling you several times." I pointed to my phone on the bedside table which was attached to a power bank. "Let's go now." He grabbed my hand.
I saw Mew fuming with rage. "So this is why you don't want to fix our relationship because you started already with a new one."
"Shut up. You don't know anything." Cirrus is being serious. He turned to me. "I'll explain to you, all your family is there already. They are waiting for you."
I stood up and followed him. I don't know why I was nervous.
"Mew close the door when you leave," I asked him.
"Lock it yourself. Just donate everything." He walked past us.
I turned to Cirrus. "Now breathe and tell me what happened."
"Security was heightened in the mansion. Everyone is now alert. Your grandfather was shot and currently in critical condition. So let's go."
Pops was shot. I can't breathe. He held me for support. "I am here, okay? Everything will be alright."