Chapter-217

Engage no more

Jay-jay's POV

Percy is sick. Felix's mom said he had a fever when she called me a while ago. I feel like he's sick because he didn't sleep last night. He keeps calling me and is obviously anxious. There are also times when he whispers something and repeatedly says 'my pride'. I don't even know if he has one. I called him on his cellphone to find out how he is. It rang three more times before he answered. Jay He said in a hoarse voice. Seriously. What happened to you and Honey. I asked and I heard him sobbing again. Every time I asked him, that's always what happens to him. He'll cry and then say something until the call ends. My pride. Jay. I heard her sob. She pushed me away. It was hard to tell if she was serious or not. I sighed. Seriously. If you don't tell me, I'll go to Honey. WATCH. . She shouted so loudly that I had to move my cellphone away from my ear. Don't do that. That girl is so strong Her voice was so loud. It was like she was being possessed. Her voice was hoarse. They were getting close to becoming Golum's troops. Maybe there was something wrong with her. What did she do to you. She let out a deep sigh. There She asked. She went out. She went home I frowned. I really didn't understand anything she said. If I had just been in front of her, I might have slapped her. You're a mess. I didn't understand anything you said. I said, annoyed. Iihhh. He's right He's teasing me. He said as I heard a noise from his side. His head seemed to be rolling around on the bed. Disgust appeared on my face. Eeww What did you guys do. . No, ah. But he made me happy----he made me excited. I didn't want to ask. I let my imagination play with what he said. It was better not to tease him. Alright Get some rest. You might get sicker. I didn't wait for what he would say next. I immediately hung up the call. This guy would ruin my sanity. He was so right. I didn't know which part of what he was saying was true. I knew when he was serious but now it seemed like he wasn't. I didn't know what to believe. That's why they stayed in the CR for so long. That's why Honey smiled at him like that. That's why . That's why . It's better for him to just rest. I was about to put my cellphone down on the table when it rang and a text message came in. I winced when I saw the name of the person who texted me. From. GagongBaliw Message. My life I miss you. Even though I didn't reply to him anymore but he was still so mean. This person is consistent with being GagongBaliw. Add to that the feeling thatI knew him. Instead of replaying, I just put my cellphone down on the table. I lay down on the bed and after staring at the ceiling for a long time, I fell asleep on my own. I woke up because of the sound of my cellphone. It sounded like someone was calling. I got up and picked it up from the table but the call ended just as I picked it up . It was Yuri who called. I just shrugged and looked at the clock. It was already 6pm, I had slept for a long time. I felt hungry. I put my cellphone down on the table again and walked towards my room door. Just as I was opening it, Yuri's hand reached out to me. It looked like he was about to knock. What are you doing here. I asked a bit irritably. W-what B-because He rubbed his neck while looking away. His head was semi-formal. As if he was walking or something. One eyebrow raised as he waited for his answer. Until what time do I have to wait for your answer. He sighed. Remember. Dinner with the Head Master. Which Head Master. I shook my head slowly. I don't remember anything. Who is the Head Master. Why is that. I'm doom. He whispered while bowing. I felt that he was giving me a hard time. I was about to ask him to leave but the word dinner rang like a bell in my ears. Food . Free . Please I can't go back home without you. He asked. My eyes narrowed at him. There. I'm Japanese too. So. What should I do. I'll introduce you to the Head Master then Dinner. Dinner .Dinner .Dinner .Food. What if I don't want to come. His shoulders slumped while forcing a smile. I understand. He was about to take a step to leave but I stopped him immediately. Wait a minute. He looked at me in surprise. My sushi. Even though he was surprised by what I said, he slowly nodded. Wait for me. I'm just dressed. I said and quickly closed the door. I went straight to my cabinet and picked out some clothes. I looked for something that could match Yuri's outfit. At least I could say I belonged where I was going. Semi-formal Dress . I looked confused as I combed my messy hair. It was tangled in my hairpin earlier. There, it looked like a witch's hair. I must have applied something, I even applied deodorant to my hair. After all the flirting with my body, I went out. Yuri was still bowed down while leaning against the wall. Let's go. I'm waiting for sushi. I said and let her walk ahead . She followed me with a frown. Aunt Gema greeted me in the living room. She was still smiling while talking on the phone. Are you leaving. She asked us. Yes Yuri answered. I'll drop her off at 10pm. Okay. Be careful. Okay, Aunt. I said before going out. No one moved from us since the car started. She was focused on driving while I was just looking outside. Food. Food. Food. Food. We were almost at their building when she suddenly stopped. I thought it was because of the traffic light but it wasn't. I looked at her who was slightly bowed down while holding the steering wheel tightly. Jay-jay She called to me in a whisper. Please do me a favor. I frowned slightly while looking at her. I waited for him to say something. He swallowed a few times before raising his head and facing me. What ever happens don't tell them our exact status. He said while his eyes were talking to me. when the Head Master finds out the truth, he might do something to you. So please .don't talk about our situation. Even though I didn't understand what he meant. I just nodded. For sushi. He started the car again and we headed straight to the basement parking lot of their building. I was about to open the door but he stopped me. Don't get off. He said before he hurriedly got offand approached the door next to me. He opened it and helped me get off. I wanted to punch him hard because I didn't understand what he was doing. The idiot was acting like a gentleman. He also held my hand as we approached the elevator. I was really annoyed by what he was doing. We weren't okay yet, and I only went with him because of the free food and sushi. Food is life. When we got into the elevator, he was still holding my hand. I looked at him evilly. I have to do this. Sorry. He said and looked away. I could only think about the food. Thank goodness I was hungry otherwise I wouldn't have come with him. Food all the way. When the elevator door opened, no one greeted us. There were no women in kimonos greeting us in their language. Yuri took off her shoes and I did the same. She held my hand again as we walked. This is getting too much. I'm going to slap her. We stopped in front of a door made of wood and paper----the kind that slides like in an old Japanese house. I heard someone inside laughing loudly. Yuri sat down and was about to bow but suddenly looked at me. You have to do this too. He whispered. I don't want to. I had no answer. He grabbed my hand and tried to pull me to sit down. I fought him off by pulling him. Jay What is it. . He said annoyed. That hurts my leg. I don't want it. I said while pulling my hand away. Don't be naughty. I was annoyed. I only came here for sushi. He pulled me again and I was so annoyed, I kicked him in the face but at the same time the door suddenly opened. Shit. I was stunned as I looked at the people inside. Their laughter stopped as they looked at me and Yuri. I shifted my gaze to Yuri who was currently lying on the floor and also looking at them. I was forced to sit on the floor like he told me to. The person next to me got up and returned to his seat. We were both just bowing. The sushi looked like it would turn into stone. Konbanwa. Chikoku shite sumimasen. Good evening. Sorry for being late Yuri said. I didn't understand anything. Can I eat now. I've been really hungry for a while. Anata no fiance. Is that your fiancé. The man in the middle, sitting at the end of the long table, asked. I didn't know him. I knew he wasn't Yuri's grandfather. He was scary to look at compared to the one Yuri called Tanda. Hai, heddomasutā. Yes, Head Master. The one next to me replied. What were they talking about. Suddenly, the old man Yuri was talking to laughed out loud. He was still holding his stomach, thinking that what they were talking about was so funny. Maybe they were making fun of me. . Tsuyoi on'na. Kare wa anata o utsu koto ga dekimasu. Strong woman. He can beat you down. I was almost annoyed by this old man. I didn't know what he was talking about. He was so annoying. Come here, eat with us. Yuri's father said to us. I looked at Yuri as he slowly stood up. I did the same thing but he immediately helped me up. We bowed as we entered . Yuri pointed to my seat. Long time no see. How are you. Yuri's mom asked. I-im good. I hope you are too. I answered. I'm hungry. Can I eat. Yuri's mom laughed. Yes, I am. I tried to smile but I knew I was making a face. It was annoying. This sushi is so disgusting. Suddenly the old man in the middle spoke. I didn't understand what he said so I just stared at him. He asked for your full name. Yuri whispered to me. J-jasper Jean Mariano po. I hesitated. Yuri spoke and seemed to be explaining what I said. The old man smiled and nodded. I had already started eating when Yuri handed me a bowl full of rice. I ate slowly because of these stupid chopsticks. Where is the sushi. The old man in the middle kept chattering while we ate. They had a chance to laugh so I felt out of place. Did I know what they were talking about. After a while, the old man looked at me again and said something else. I waited for Yuri to whisper what the old man had said to me but he just looked dumbfounded while blushing. Hey What did you say. I asked him. W-what S-if it's possible We can have a b-baby after the wedding. He said while trying to avoid looking at me. I lrace in all things The old man spoke again and Alliah continued. Yuri, who you are going to marry, is my granddaughter by my youngest brother. I was just dumbfounded. Alliah said Tagalog but I felt like it was another language. What a mess. A whole lot of mess. I think my head hurts. Is there no sushi here. Okay I-I know. Alliah translated what I said again. The old man said something to Alliah and even before she finished speaking, he translated it to me. I don't really like you. You are far from the woman we want for Yuri. You are not Japanese, you cannot be influenced, you are a bastard and you are nothing but trouble My fist clenched at what he said. I wanted to retaliate cheaply but since he was old, I remained silent. I just didn't know how he knew those things. Alliah continued. you also lack manners. If I were the one to follow, I wouldn't allow you to marry my grandson The old man took a deep breath and continued speaking, so did Alliah. Yuri is just really smart and learned her skills as an heir early on. She used that to get what she wanted. I don't know if I have the right to answer. What this old man did to me was just insults. I really wanted to let loose like a cheap, cheap guy but I was still ashamed. I was at their house and he was the one who said I didn't have manners. I didn't want him to prove that I didn't have any. The old man spoke again and Alliah came to the rescue by translating. I want you to come to your senses. Fix yourself because when we bring you to Japan, no one in the family will accept you. She sighed. There's no more sushi, there's still a bad guy. That's okay I don't accept myself to be part of your family either. I continued to say. Alliah was clearly shocked and hesitant to translate what I said. But I motioned for her to continue. I didn't want to be rude but what could I do. My pride was being trampled on by what this old man was saying. It felt good to be slapped back to back. Alliah told the old man what I said. Suddenly her eyebrows met and she shouted words I couldn't understand. Alliah was still shaking as she looked at me. You have no respect You don't respect me anymore. Where did Yuri pick you up from. You haven't studied anything. She said to me gently. Wow You feel like you have it, right. I didn't want to increase her anger and make her have a heart attack. I stood up and looked the old man straight in the eye. If all you're going to say to me is insults, I'm leaving I bowed. thanks for dinner. I didn't wait for him to say anything. I quickly went out and walked towards the elevator. I saw Yuri but I just kept going. While waiting for the elevator to open, I tried to put on my shoes. I was annoyed. I couldn't put them on properly. I was going to throw them away. Jay-jay. Yuri called to me. What happened. What did you say to the Head Master. I just looked at him with a look of annoyance. The elevator door opened just then. When I got in, he followed. I pressed the button in annoyance. Jay-jay what. . What did you say to him. . I took a deep breath. I had been feeling like stepping on him for a while now and if he didn't stop, I would step on him. Stop this. I said calmly. Jay Stop this, this is a wedding. He stopped and just looked at me. I didn't know if he was shocked or what. The elevator door opened and I quickly got out but he immediately grabbed my arm. My fist moved involuntarily to hit his face. He fell to the floor while holding his cheek. I wanted to follow. I could have just slapped him but my body was tired and there was no sushi yet. Badtrip. Badtrip. He slowly stood up. Jay W-why. Why. . Pvta. Is that a question. . I shouted angrily. Stop it. You're the only one who wants this. Your family doesn't want it, I don't want it and they're being forced, Aunt Gema. He bowed his head while clenching his fist. He knew that, I didn't have to tell him. Y-is that really what you want. He asked calmly. I took a deep breath. I needed to calm down. He might follow up with my punch. Yes. Okay. He answered quickly. I'll stop it. I wanted to scream in joy. My irritat