Courtney could not stop loving the restaurant. it was spacious and had waiters moving to different tables to serve the customers.
She didn't know how she ended up here, all she knew was that Jacky asked her to eat and she agreed due to fright. she thought she would regret it but she loved it instead. she looked at the guy who brought her here. he wasn't smiling as expected and she couldn't let him ruin it and looked away.
They continued walking until they were at a table. only few people were here and all she could here was business while some who was talking to they partner wasn't listened to because they patners will be with they phone or look at them.
He drew out a chair for her to sit. when she sat down. he also sat on his chair. they didn't say anything until the waiter came and handed them the menus.
She looked through the dishes. they were quite expensive. She looked through the menus uncountable times looking for instant noodles.
Courtney didn't realize Jacky has already ordered his food. she gave up and kept the menus on the fancy round table.
she sighed in annoyance. Jacky noticed her and knew why she did that. he signaled the waiter to go.
They were still quiet until the waiter came. the waiter served them spaghetti and some wine.
She looked at the spaghetti. the food looked like normal food but she knew they were expensive. she glanced at the wine. she didn't care if it was alcoholic or not. she just wants to eat them. she smiled widely which was unnoticed. she then remembered a familiar scent was here and she adjusted her sit. she sat up straight.
He knew she wanted to devour the food but was impressed by how she maintained herself.
He passed her the bowl of spaghetti and he took the other. he placed the wine properly on the table.
he looked at the waiter who nod and walked away with a tray.
She took a cultery and ate but was slow. she knew how to use it but she wanted to taste the food. Her eyes sprung in delight and ate fast not caring if someone was with her.
She took a mouthful of spaghetti and then was when she heard the hoarse voice.
"you like it"
She noticed his voice and the food which filled her mouth. she suddenly became embarrassed. she felt the ground should swallow her.
she knew that even if he didn't say it, she felt ridiculous and swallowed the food fast.
"yes" she still felt embarrassed.
"I know that's why I brought you here"
he used a cultery and ate a little bit. he chewed it making his jaw line look perfect. he was so handsome Courtney forgot her food.
but this guy always stops her
" why do you work"
she felt embarrassed because he asked. she spoke " I work so I can have enough money... my mum has done a lot and I can't trouble her"
"you work quite well"
"thanks but it's nothing compared to my mom works"
"I never had a mom"
She was surprised but regretted why she spoke about her mother. she wanted to apologise but saw he smiling and eating. he didn't look awkward.
"sorry I didn't know"
"don't worry"
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Oliva was on her King size bed. she looked troubled. she kept remembering Courtney words about not having a mother.
Thought suddenly filled her mind. she tried remembering anything but that was when she realized she didn't even know her.
with rage she threw the quilt covering her and stormed to her father study room.
she saw him flipping files. he wasn't reading or maybe he was but fast.
"dad can i speak to you"
Marcos heard his daughter voice. he looked at her and had a warm smile.
it was only Olivia who could drag the monster out of him.
"yes speak" he closed his file and focused on her.
taking steps to stand in front of him she said " where's mom"
Marcos never expected Olivia to ask of her mom because he never spoke of her. he was dazzled but had to put up a lie
" I told you she's no more"
"If that's true why isn't any of her picture in this house... or are you hiding something"
what.... nothing. he knew the matter will get worse if he doesn't clear her suspicion. he stood up and put his hand on her shoulder having a calm face.
" honey there's nothing to hide.. promise, she died while having you. I didn't have her picture because I didn't want to feel sad I know you miss her but so do I"
Those words suddenly melt Oliva even if she had a strong look but within was soft.
she smiled and hugged him." sorry dad, I shouldn't have said that" she said and left the room.
Marcos smiled at his achievement but that wasn't the end. knowing Olivia won't give up a frown appeared. he knew he had to do something before it get out.
Olivia looked at the behind and knew she had to find the truth. even after what her father said she wanted to see her mom and she will make sure nothing stops her.