Arc 1: 1. 12

Ivan got no word to oppose Lance's decision because he thought that lance should have a reason that he chose Belinda out of all people. He wasn't sure what the reason was, but when he thought of her flexibility and the adaptability of her in the workplace, it seemed possible.

So Ivan just nodded at Lance indicating that she could replace him temporarily. He went back to work when a sudden phone called distracted him. On the screen of his new phone was written 'Fred'. He had no choice but to pick it up.

A sexy and low voice filled his ears, "Kitty, how about going for dinner tonight?"

Ivan thought of the possibility of whether he would tell him today or tell him nothing. He cleared his throat for a moment and replied to Fredrick, "Alright, I got something to tell you."

"Okay, I'll be waiting."

The call ended with Ivan hung it up first and he continued to do his work. His system appeared out of nowhere and nearly got his heart attack.

[Host, you don't know that the female lead was so excited like she won a million dollars lottery!]

[I know. After all this time, what she did was very obvious that she wanted to get closer to Andres. I mean, well, she's quite good if we don't look for her bad things even though she doesn't have much of it.]

[Host, what about the one who is pursuing you? Did you have a soft heart yet?]

[What do you know about human affairs? The human heart is a fragile thing and easy to change.]

[Do yours include?] 

Ivan paused a little bit and ignorantly answered, [Of course not!] 

However, in Ivan's small heart he thought to himself 'of course it also includes me.' He stopped thinking about the useless staff and carried on his tasks.

At 5:30 PM, the usual time that he left work. He said goodbye to Lance and Andres and promised them to complete his duties that he was assigned to.

When he stepped out of the building, he saw the usual dark silver Lamborghini parked in front of the building accompanied by a handsome man.

Everyone that passed by, were all stared at by the man in his car as if he tried finding someone among the people passing by. Some of them even turn their head to look again even though they were already far away.

The handsome man's eyes sparkled when he saw the person who he's looking for. The handsome man called out the person in a suit while walking toward him.

Ivan's lip curved up and formed a nice smile. They walked together and went inside the car under the envy gaze of everyone.

The man who was driving suddenly lean-to Ivan and planted a peck at his left cheek. The one who was being kissed jolted a little from that action. He turned to the man and reprimanded him.

"Geez! Don't you know that you're driving right now?"

"Oh! So that means that I can kiss you when I stop driving?"

"That's not what I mean!"

The man's laughs echoed throughout the car and it made the one who was being laughed at a pout.

"Alright, what do you want to eat?"

"I don't know. I can't think of anything right now."

"Then, let's taste some home-cooking then."

As Fredrick said, he made a sudden U-turn and drove off to another road. Ivan didn't say anything because it's not like it was the first time he went to Fredrick's home.

All the employees at their and Fredrick's parents welcomed him as if he was their owner and the one who provided them the salary.

However, he was quite happy that Fredrick has a warm home such as this one, not like other rich children that were ignored by their own parents and household.

When Ivan thought of the topic home, he found himself a little bit sad. Thus he decided to turn on the music program in Fredrick's car. The song 'The Other Side' was on.

(A/N: The other side sang by Jason Derulo)

In the beginning

I never thought it would be you

When we were chilling

Smiling in the photo booth

But we got closer

Soon you were eating off my spoon

You're coming over

And we would talk all afternoon

Tonight we'll just get drunk

Disturb the peace

Find your hands all over me

And then you bite your lip

Whisper and say, "We're going all the way."

Tonight

Take me to the other side

Sparks fly like the Fourth of July

Just take me to the other side

I see that sexy look in your eyes and I know

We ain't friends anymore

If we walk down this road

We'll be lovers for sure

So tonight

Kiss me like it's do-or-die

And take me to the other side

This could be perfect

But we won't know unless we try (try)

I know you're nervous

So just sit back and let me drive

Tonight we'll just get drunk

Disturb the peace

Find your hands all over me

And then you bite your lip

Whisper and say, "We're going all the way."

Tonight

Take me to the other side

Sparks fly like the Fourth of July

Just take me to the other side

I see that sexy look in your eyes and I know

We ain't friends anymore

If we walk down this road

We'll be lovers for sure

So tonight

Kiss me like it's do-or-die

And take me to the other side

This song made Ivan thought of something else when he heard that sentence 'We're going all the way.' Ivan's face flushed red instantly and lowered his head even more down.

Frederick caught the sight and chuckled slightly at Ivan's reaction. He thought 'This is such a good reaction, sadly I can't eat right now.'

"What're you thinking about? Care to share with me?"

"N..no... no. I think of nothing. Just drive!"

Ivan avoided making eye contact with Fredrick. Otherwise, this sly man will know his thought at the moment.

"Alright, we've arrived."

A gorgeous mansion appeared in his line of sight. No matter how many times he looked at it, it was always beautiful. With a big fountain in front of the main entrance, accompanied by a rose garden located side by side the stone path, it made the mansion looked magical.

The exterior design of the mansion simply incredible. The detail was so defined in every nook of the house and overall land. How much did Frederick actually spend on this mansion?

Ivan never dared to ask about the money spent on this mansion because he was afraid of fainting due to see many figures of the actual amount.

Frederick drove around the fountain and parked his car in the garage then they proceeded to the main entrance.

The row of maids and butlers were always caused him speechless every time he came over to dinner or spent the night.

An elderly voice spoke in an unhurried manner, "Welcome back, your highness, and welcome Mr. Ivan Coleman!"

Ivan made a 45-degree bow to an elder butler who stood between the row of maids and butlers right in the middle of the hallway.

"Eddie, don't call your highness! Didn't I choose to be called a young master rather than that title?"

"Oh, yes! My old completely forgot about your highness's order. Oh, no! Young master's order!" then he snapped his fingers and the whole hallway was echoing, 'Welcome home, young master and Mr. Coleman!'

"Alright, you guys go prepare the dinner."

Then another 'Yes!' filled the hallway again.

The dinner was prepared on a beautiful long table in the dining room. The decoration of this room had a similar style to all the rooms which had black, gold, white, and red mixed together.

Fredrick led Ivan to the dining room where the food would serve. He made Ivan sit to his right side as they sit down in the middle of the table.

There was a variety of food and the taste was so delicious that Ivan ate more than he used to.

After the dining, they went to the sofa in the living, sitting down watching some movies.

Ivan thought now was the right time that he needed to tell Fredrick.

"Fred!"

"Hmmm? What is it?"

"The day after tomorrow, I have to go to C country to take over management there for 2 weeks due to the manager there take a leave because she near her due date."

Fredrick tried to interrupt Ivan but Ivan still continued, "So after I come back from my trip this time, I will give you my answer."

Ivan looked calmly into Fredrick's eyes and he saw that in his eyes there was an excitement and nervousness within it.

Fredrick tried to calm himself down but he couldn't. This news was too unbelievable because it had been a few months since he'd been chasing Ivan. Ivan didn't show any sign to him at all after all this time.

And now he heard that he would give him an answer. He was thrilled and also it was nerve-wracking too.

Frederick didn't know whether Ivan's answer was to accept him or reject him. Nonetheless, he was still satisfied when Ivan told him like that.

"Alright, I'll wait for your answer when you come back."