Chapter 7 

Nalzen
Why I like it! What should I'm going to do? It's like he wants me to suffer for telling him that it's only lust.
That's why he is punishing me with an aggressive kiss.
This bullshit body is killing me! This is supposed to be a fake relationship, but why our romance is real?
Yeah, you better answer that question, Nalzen.
Aaron deepens the kiss and, this time, with care and full of passion.
And it drags me down to a feeling of unexplainable desire.
I can feel his hands down to my bre*st and I let out a soft moan.
This is crazy, I need to stop this!
His kiss went down to my neck while caressing my proud Mount Everest.
And I'm going insane.
But how can I stop?
And thanks to God I was saved by the Bell when his phone rang.

It's Andrea!
I can see it clearly on his phone. And he is watching it for a second until he finally answers it.
“Hello Babe, How's your vacation in the Philippines?” She asked.

Vacation? Aaron is taking a vacation? Well, it's their private life. I want to avoid listening anymore, so I go out in the car.
I walked around, breathing the fresh air.
What's gotten into me? The more we've known each other. The more dangerous and tempting it to be.
Can I continue?
But I need to take back our company.
So hang on Nalzen and don't be tempted.
I felt a hot breath at my back that gives me a chill down to my core.
I know it's Aaron, but I can't face him. Likewise, I'm ashamed.

“Let's go, it's getting late. You will go to Germany tomorrow.” He said.
His voice sounds serious, so I looked at him. The cold face is back. And he didn't even glance at me while driving.
This is what I want, but how come it hurts me so badly? His, giving me a cold treatment, freezes my heart and feelings.

We sleep that night without looking at each other.
We are both facing the wall.
I fall asleep with a heavy heart.

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This is our last day and the moment of truth to see Nathan. I should be more excited and alive, but I felt like dying inside.
Aaron is just beside me without talking. He didn't mind me at all, since her fiancée Andrea called him.
He loves her, Nalzen, so you better back off and focus on your future.
Yeah, that's what I'm going to do. No more lust and playing.
I miss Nathan, and hopefully, he will be surprised upon seeing me.
And I am now wearing the red négligée ayiih...
We check in, to the nearest hotel. I ask Aaron if he would like to roam around and visit some beautiful places, but he just said that he is tired. So, I leave him at the hotel.
And now I'm going to see Nathan.
Am I excited? But why do I feel tired?
No, Nalzen! You should stop your nonsense illusion.
Smile! You will see Nathan, for goodness’s sake.

I decided to stop over first at Nathan's company.
Aaron is not here, so I am renting a taxi.
“What can I do for you, Miss?” The girl at the information desk asked me.

“I'm here to see Nathan,” I answered.
Then she suddenly raised one eyebrow.
“Nathan who?” She asked.
I find her very annoying. But I need to keep calm. “Nathan Madrigal.”
There's a shock in her eyes.
Is Nathan's name so shocking with her?

“You cannot talk to Mr. Madrigal without an appointment, Miss, and today he is not here.” She answered.
I'm getting angry! “And why is that? If he is not here, then I am wasting my time. I better go to his house.” I said sarcastically.
But she only gives me an annoying smirk.
“That is if you are invited to their wedding.” The last word rings a bell in my ear, so I stop walking.

“Wedding? At Nathan's house?” I asked confused.
“Yeah, don't you know?” She smiles.
“Huh, don't you think I will ask if I know? I'll better go in there if there's a party.” I left her alone.
She would only ruin my day.

Until Nalzen went out of the building, the girl immediately dialed her phone.
“Yes, Ma'am, There's a woman in here that is looking for Sir Nathan. No, Ma'am, I don't know if they have a relationship or what. Yes, Ma'am, thank you.”

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That girl irritated me. But hey! I don't care. I am very curious now as to who gets married to Nathan's family? Maybe his sister?
But I didn't hear his sister having a boyfriend or so what.
I'm getting near Nathan's house. And the girl was right! There's a wedding party that is about to happen.
I looked at my outfit. It's not appropriate for the said wedding. I am only wearing jeans and rubber shoes.
And inside I'm wearing the red négligée.
But I guess this négligée will not be of use as of the moment because I know that Nathan will be very busy.
I decided to call him. But no one answered. Just where is he?
I texted him but no reply.
I am here, and the gate is guarded. There are so many security guards that are scattered around.
How can I pass?
I will try.
I try to enter the gate, but two guards block my way.

“Your invitation card, Ma'am.” He politely said.
Omg, Why it's so hard to see Nathan in here? Do I need an invitation?
“Ah, I don't have any,” I answered.
“Then I'm sorry, Ma'am, you cannot pass.” At least the guards are polite, unlike the girl at Nathan's Company.
I think this red négligée is very unlucky. But I saw Nathan! Thanks, God. I am still lucky.
I hurriedly run into the gate, but the guards block my way again. So, I shout Nathan's name.
“Nathan! Dear, I'm here.” I happily waved my hands to him.
He finally looked at me. But Why he seems unhappy? He comes out at the gate and drags me to the darker side of the gate where people are not passing by.
“What are you doing in here?” He asked unbelievably.
What's gotten into him? He looks pale and nervous.
“My dear, it's a surprise!” I answered and hug him.
At least he hugged me back. But there's something off about him. It's just that I can't tell what it is.
“Is there a wedding happening now?” I ask curiously.
But his facial expression changed. Is he nervous?
“I-it's a wedding of my Dad's business partner. A German traditional wedding that is being held here in our mansion.” He explains with perspiration all over his forehead.
“Can I come in there? Oh! I don't have an invitation card.” I suddenly remembered.
But he is just busy looking around, as if afraid to get caught.
Is he hiding something from me?
Then the people become noisy.
The bride is coming! I heard someone shout from afar. And Nathan becomes more uneasy.
He suddenly walked around without saying goodbye.
Then in the middle of the road, he turns around and looks at me.
“Dear, I have to go. I'm sorry I cannot let you in. I will be very busy, and I can't accommodate you properly. Not only that, but I will call you, okay?” But there's sadness in his voice and eyes.
Just what is happening?
“Sure, but are you okay, Dear?” I ask worriedly about him.
He hurriedly runs back and kisses me. There's a gentleness on Nathan's kiss, but Why do I'm loving more of Aaron's aggressive kiss?
Stop it Nalzen! Nathan is on your side now. Don't think of another man.
But how? I am kissing Nathan, but my mind is thinking of Aaron?
What a day it is.
Nathan stops the kiss and runs away again. But this time he didn't look back.
Then I saw the bridal car.
And the bride is beautiful.
But wait. The girl on Nathan's Company is with her?
What is their relationship? I'm puzzled, but I guess I don't care at all.
I am just sad…
Why Nathan is acting like that. He just left me without spending time with me. Maybe he is very busy as what he said.
But I felt that something is bothering Nathan. I hope that he is okay.
The red négligée that Nica gave to me, seems unlucky. I better go home and wait for Nathan's call or text.
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I went back to the Hotel where I left Aaron. And he is just there drinking while watching television.
Wondering why he drinks?
It's none of my business anymore, as he is not looking at me.
Or perhaps he is just pretending?
Whatever just leave him be. It is much better.
I sit down on my bed and watch.
Aaron is watching an action movie.
Then I suddenly remembered where we watch a movie that turned into a heated desire.
Forget it Nalzen!

“So, did you enjoy wearing your red négligée?” Aaron suddenly asks me.

Just what the hell? He didn't ever forget this unlucky red négligée of mine.
“Well, not so,” I answered.

He didn't speak again.
He just continues what he drinks. Furthermore, he drinks directly into the bottle.
Does he have a problem?
That bottle of wine, surely, is expensive and strong, but I didn't mind? As long as he is enjoying it.
This is supposed our honeymoon. And I want him to enjoy himself at least.
After finishing up. Aaron throws away the bottle of wine at the trashcan forcefully.
Just what happened to him?
I decided to sleep and face the wall again.
Maybe he has some personal concerns.
I am about to close my eyes when I felt a heavy force jump into my bed.
And it's Aaron!
“Hey! Your bed is right there.” I shouted.

But he is just right there lying down looking at the ceiling.
Then he looks at me.
“Why you are still wearing that négligée?” He asks angrily.

Huh! What happened to him?
“So what? I like it. Will it bother you?”
But wait…
How did he know that I am still wearing my red négligée? I appreciate his perfect vision.

“Yeah, it's been bothering me and I want to tear it apart.” After saying that. He grabbed my shirt and tear it!

“Hey, stop it.” But Aaron just continues what he is doing.
I get up, but he pinned me down on my bed.
Now he is at the top of me.
What to do now?
Temptation is waving again…