I abandoned my car and crossed the road in a jiff. I hurriedly stepped into the cinema, worried that I might miss her. She could be in any of the rooms watching a movie, and if she were, I would have to wait for two hours for her to come out of there. My eyes skimmed the whole floor and finally rested on her back. She was facing the board, nibbling on her index finger, pondering whether she should or shouldn’t watch a movie. Which movie? I couldn’t care less. As long as I get to talk to her and get to know her, it’ll be enough for me.

“Should I or shouldn’t I?” she mused.

“Whatever it is, I think you should,” I answered from right behind her. Then she slowly turned around to face me.

Her long and wavy brunette locks swayed as she pivoted. For that moment, my breath caught in my throat as my blue eyes locked with her hazel ones; sparks erupted in me.

“You think I should?” she asked, looking straight into my eyes.

“Wholeheartedly,” I replied softly.

“Which would you prefer?” she continued.

“Whichever your heart desires,” I bantered, eyes glinting.

“Hmm… Have you watched The Martian before?” she spoke again in her husky tone.

“Nope,” I smirked.

“Do you want a gist of it? I won’t tell if you hate spoilers,” she smiled.

For a moment, I was rooted to the spot by her carefree and beguiling smile. Man, I am hooked. Totally and unconditionally hooked.


My Curvy Italian Queen

It might seem inconceivable, but the thought that somebody in the company could have been that mastermind was one of the things that I had considered. Watching Ami’s face go pale upon hearing Loretta’s name confirmed my suspicions, and I know exactly what is on her mind. Yes, Loretta is on my list of suspects, and so are the other few who I figured has a vendetta against Ami. However, I still couldn’t figure out the connection between Loretta and Richard, if they have any. Loretta has never been married, and in her record, she never had any child.


I strode outside to the balcony overlooking the Manhattan Bridge that spans the East River. Amidala was looking at the skyline, tears rolling down her cheeks. I clutched her to my body from behind and cradled her with care. She rested her head between the crook of my neck and sniffled.


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