Chapter 8

Chinny's POV

It felt like I was floating off the ground—like someone was carrying me. I slightly opened my eyes and was startled by what I saw.

"Luci?" I frowned as I looked at him. He was carrying me in a bridal style.

"Shit! Don't move. I might drop you if you don't stay still. Sorry about earlier—I was trying to stop you from drinking," he said thoughtfully. He didn't even bother to look at me. Aside from Khairro, who was handsome, cold, and had that boy-next-door vibe, and Rhysand, who looked like a charming playboy, here was another handsome guy—Lucifer.

"I came to fetch you. I saw you earlier, and Angelo called me, too. It's perfect timing since we have a gig tonight."

"Ah… okay." I bit my lower lip. Why didn't Angelo just come himself? He even had to call Lucifer, probably knowing they had a gig tonight. What a bother—he even gave his friend an errand.

"He said Jessa fainted, so he needed to accompany her home," Lucifer added. I was suddenly irritated by what he said. Why would Angelo prioritize Jessa over me? Shouldn't I come first before anyone else?

I didn't bother to argue anymore. Why would I even care? Let them be together—they suit each other anyway. Trash belongs with trash.

Lucifer brought me home. Angelo still wasn't there. I shook my head. Why am I even thinking about him? I headed straight to my room.

I hope Kilorn's father is doing better.

While resting, I checked my Facebook account. Seeing Karma's uploaded picture with her whole family made me sad. I could see the joy in their eyes.

I jumped when my Skype rang. I immediately answered the call.

"Hi," he greeted. Gosh, he's so handsome. His hair was messy.

"Hi. How's uncle?" I asked with a smile. I felt like hugging him so tightly.

"Dad's still in the hospital, resting. He can't be stressed," he said, winking at me. "You're so beautiful, Chinny."

"Haha, you're flattering me. I missed you." My cheeks felt warm. I was feeling giddy, like crazy.

"I missed you too. Dad's work is tiring and stressful," he said, laughing. I could see the exhaustion on his face.

"It's obvious. By the way, maybe you've found someone else over there?"

"There's no one as beautiful and kind as you. Go to sleep now—you look like you've been in a fight." I laughed while nodding. "Good night, and I love you."

I blew him a kiss.

"I love you too." I ended the call.

The door to my room slowly opened, and there he was—my annoying husband, looking stern.

He irritates me! Why didn't he pick me up earlier? Holy cheese! I'm not affected.

Angelo's POV

"So, I heard you skipped work earlier," I said dryly as I entered her room. "Fuck! You're ruining your future just because of that guy." I was calm but holding myself back from yelling at her. She's throwing her life and future away over Kilorn, who didn't leave permanently. Her brows furrowed.

"Are you happy now? He's in Japan, and I'm stuck here with you. I wish you were the one who left, and he stayed instead," she snapped. I pressed my lips together. She's hurting me emotionally. "The person I never want to see is the one here. FYI, I'm not ruining my life or my future. Why would I? You're the one who ruined my life. Remember this: once I can handle our family's manufacturing company, I'll pay back everything your family did for us and file for an annulment. I regret ever meeting you."

I let out a deep breath.

I gave her a bitter smile. Hearing those words hurt me, I pretended not to be affected by everything she said.

"Do you even think about what you say before you let them out of your mouth? Think first if you're hurting someone," I said, smiling slyly. "If you regret this, I regret ever liking and pushing myself onto you. I was just worried about you; this is how you repay my kindness. From now on, we'll stay out of each other's business!" My voice rose. She froze, her lips slightly parted. I turned my back, but before leaving her room, I spoke again.

"Maybe I'll get tired of loving you."

Sometimes, hoping for something that won't happen is exhausting.

Did I say the right thing? I can't even gauge her attitude toward me anymore.