He Finally Found Her!

"Leonica, is that you?" Christian asked, his tone and expression filled with disbelief as he took a step forward.

The said female nearly shrank back at the sight of one of Gabriel's closest friends. She had not expected to run into him here, as a matter of fact, she had not expected to run into him at all. This was bad, she thought as he her on Ashely who was now sound asleep, tightened.

Maybe she could wriggle her way out of this..

"I'm sorry,

but I think you've mistaken me for someone else." She quickly dismissed him. "I'm not quiet sure I know who you are." With that, she turned and continued heading for the door.

Christian however, did not relent and rushed after her.

"It's me Leonica, Christian, Gabriel's friend."

'Of course I know that.' Leonica thought, increasing her pace.

She couldn't understand why the man was insisting on talking to her, or rather, she couldn't understand why the universe was working against her.

"You're not gonna believe me if I say I don't know who you are, are you?" Leonica asked, trying to remain polite.

"Nope, sorry." Christian answered and Leonica sighed.

"I'm sorry, but I'm kinda in a hurry right now, so could we do this some other time, perhaps?" She asked, her fingers crossing as she prayed the male would. agree.

Unfortunately, luck was not on her side, again.

"It'll be fast, I promise." Christian reassured.

Leonica could only sigh. "Alright."

The male smiled, "Thank you."

After that, he paused, his gaze drifting down to the child in her arms. He could only see the back of Ashely who was peacefully sleeping in his mother's arms.

"Who is he?" He asked. Leonica followed his gaze and her visage tensed. Sensing this, Christian tentatively asked. "Is he...by any chance yours and Gabriel's...?"

"No!" Leonica quickly interrupted him before he could finish. "No. He's uh, my...godson. His mother, a close relative on mine was busy so I'm just filling in for her." She added after calming down from her alarmed state. Christian blinked, a bit surprised at the speed of her reply.

"I see," He replied, although not quite convinced but not choosing to pry further either. Changing the topic, he asked. "How have you been this past few years?"

a brow, her

Why was he acting like they were friends and not

fine," Leonica

mouth opening and closing, as if searching for

good. So uhm... you're back in town,

the mention of Gabriel, the atmosphere around Leonica

it's groove, but now, she very well resembled one who was ready to take out an entire community. "You know, just

13

basically strangers now, so I believe he doesn't have any right to know by

asking.

pressed her lips into a thin line,

going." With subtly bowed

standing in the lobby.

the engine, she fished out her phone and quickly dialed Leonardo's number. "Leonardo speaking."

it's me, can you do me a favor." Leonica began, not

course. What is

no one's keeping tabs on him? I happened to run into some unpleasant company and I want to

sudden request. After a few

adjusted her top mirror,

so don't bother yourself. No one's going

arrives in a blink of an eye. Influential figures were dressed in their best attires while walking down the plush red carpet set

the entrance, Gabriel stepped out of his Maybach, dressed neatly in

With the help of the valet, he stepped into the venue and was met with the sight of hundreds of guests mingling about, some taking part in the games while others were conversing, or having their pictures taken. "Mr.

who had called him.

person

who was clad in a stunning silver gown that had a slit down the middle and a deep plunging neckline. "Megan," he acknowledged the only one of Leonica's friend who had kept in contact with his despite everything that had happened five years ago. "What a coincidence." She smiled, stepping closer. "You're actually

"Indeed, I am."

scanning the empty space beside him. "Where's your little. hussy?" she asked, referring

who had very much gotten used to Megan's way of speaking, brushed off

let's hope she doesn't end up getting lost in the sea of people." Megan said with a hint. of sarcasm lacing her tone as she raised her glass briefly before

clenched and he released a

like Angelina was

their problem

of wine from a passing waiter. Just as he was about to drink it, a few businessmen that he was acquainted with approached

surprise to see you here tonight." One

Gabriel's shoulder.

acknowledged with a light nod, taking a sip from his wine

your space today?" Carlos questioned. "Are you perhaps one of those men who came here just to get a glimpse of society's hottest

The Novel will be updated daily. Come back and continue reading tomorrow, everyone!

Comments ()

0/255