Mila's eyes glistened with tears as she listened to Tristans heartfelt plea. "What do you mean you can't Mila... you can't do that to me. Please you're all I ever lived for. You're my Angel, my Cupcake, my life, my entire world. You're the one that I want, the one that I need. Let me be with you always, my love, my everything," Tristan whispered, his voice filled with desperation.
Feeling overwhelmed by his emotions, Mila's heart ached. She melted into his arms as Tristan pulled her into a tight embrace, as if afraid she would disappear any second. "I can't breathe, Tristan," she managed to say, her voice barely a whisper.
"Sorry," Tristan murmured, his voice filled with tenderness. "I just don't want you to go. "He gazed deeply into her beautiful eyes, refusing to let her go, and held her even tighter, savoring every moment they had together.
"Tristan wait...let me explain, you have no idea how much I love you, and you are my entire world as well, but I love Alfonso and Chad too and I can't choose or rather I don't want to choose, so I decided to not choose any one of you and just focus on my life and career for once and get my life in order." Mila tried to explain.
Tristans heart sank, and he took a deep breath, refusing to accept her explanation. "Mila, I love you. And I know Chad and Alfonso love you too, but that doesn't mean we have to compete for you. What if we all just...share you?"
Mila's eyes widened at Tristans suggestion. What do you mean Tristan? You're talking about a whole different love world, and I wish that it could be possible but it's not, you boys are from three very different worlds, and you have your own lives in different countries and not to mention you want to kill each other every five seconds. It won't work Tristan, I'm sorry,
Tristan reached out and took her hand. "What if we learn to tolerate each other and even become friends?"
It won't work Tristan, I'm sorry," Mila's heart racing with anticipation.
Tristan gazed at Mila with intensity. "Is that what you really want Mila? Because if you turn your back on me now there won't be a second chance, I will turn around and walk away and you will never see or hear from me again."
Tears welled up in Mila's eyes, "Yes, Tristan, it is," she whispers, her voice shaking.
Tristan's heart broke at the sight of her tears. I don't believe you, but if that's what you want yourself to believe, I will respect that, Mila." he said turning to walk away.
Mila watch as he grabbed his white shirt and put it on, revealing his muscles and eight pack. "Like what you see?" Tristan asked, keeping his gaze on her the entire time.
"I...uuuu...Tristan please don't make it harder as it already is." Tears welled up in Mila's eyes, again, tracing delicate paths down her cheeks.
Tristan, unable to bear seeing her in pain, walks over to her and embrace her again. "Ssshhhh, don't cry, my love. I will leave now and arrange for my private jet to take you back to Singapore. But remember you will always be in my heart, I love you Cupcake.... be good, he whispered, placing a tender kiss on the top of her head. Reluctantly, he turned and walked out the door.
5 MONTHS LATER...."
"Anna, you have to be here. This is my 3 final shows, and you absolutely have to be part of it. No more excuses, just get on a plane and get your ass over here." Mila spoke over the phone.
"Mila ever since you broke up with the gang, Phoenix has vanished onto thin air. He doesn't even answer my phone calls. And to top it all Alfonso has become my personal shadow. I can't even go the bathroom without him following me. What the hell have you done sis?" Anna paused for a moment and then spoke softly. "Tell me Mila, have you heard anything from Tristan or Chad?"
"No Anna, I didn't," Mila answers. "But hey, look it's been a peaceful couple of months. Father even gave me permission to stay in Singapore for another year. And what's more father and mother is going to be at the show. So please Anna...remember I helped you with you photo shoot six months ago," Mila pleaded.
Anna sigh, "Mila, please don't remind me, that's where I met..." Anna paused suddenly.
"Anna are you still there?" Mila asks, knowing very well how heartbroken her sister is.
Anna continued. "You know I love you more than life, but I don't know if I can forgive you for this Mila, and if and let me rephrase that IF I decide to come, you know that Alfonso will make sure that he comes along.
Mila took a deep breath before responding. "It's fine Anna, bring him it would be nice to see that heartless Italian again."
Anna Chuckled, her icy demeanor melting into a warm smile. "HA....he's everything except heartless, Mila. But alright, I'll bring him along. We'll see you the day after tomorrow then. And promise lots of wine and Chinese food, you know how much I love it in Tokyo."
Mila shook her head, "Again, Anna, its Singapore. So just make sure you buy tickets for the right country."
"Don't worry sis, just be at the airport to pick us up, okay?" Anna said with mischief in her voice.
Mila just smiles on the other end of the telephone line and spoke. "Yes, Anna I will be there.... ready and waiting."
It was the day that Mila was supposed to pick up Anna and Alfonso, but she was completely lost in her own world. Her mind was preoccupied with rehearsals, and she had completely forgotten about her sibling. Anna kept on calling her sister, but she didn't hear it as her phone was lying in her bag.
"Uugg... I'm going to kill my sister, I told her the exact time that we were landing, and I'm the one doing her a favor! The last thing she could have done was being here for Heaven's sake! Anna raged her nostrils flaring in anger.
"Calm down baby sis, I will get us a taxi that will take us to her apartment you just keep on calling her and see if you can reach her." Alfonso said trying to diffuse the situation.
"I'm not your baby sis, Alfonso, and don't tell me to calm down." Anna snapped. "I don't want to be here in the first place, I might bump into Phoenix, and he is the last person I want to see."
"Okay, Okay, I understand, just call your sister, I will handle the rest." Alfonso said while dialing a number for a taxi.
Mila was running up the stairs to her apartment, panting heavily. As she swung the door open and came face to face with a very angry Anna and a surprisingly cheerful Alfonso. Mila's excitement quickly turned to apprehension.
"Anna, I'm so sorry...I got so caught up..."Mila began, her voice trembling.
"Save it, Mila. This is the second time and I'm not going to forgive you!" Anna snapped, her eyes ablaze with frustration. "Do you even know how irritating this guy can be on a plane? And you gave me the task of sitting next to him for more than 11 hours!"
"I'm really sorry, Anna. I will make up for it, I promise..." Mila pleaded and she gave Anna the puppy dog eyes.
"Mmmffff..." Anna let out a sigh as her anger melted away. "You just know how to Mila." Relenting she pulled Mila into a tight hug.
"Air, Anna, I need air," Mila managed to squeeze out.
"What about me? Aren't you glad to see me, Mila?" Alfonso jumps in, wearing a mischievous grin.
Mila smirked and gave him a playful push. "Off course, I am. Come here your heartless Italian..."
Alfonso mockingly gasped. "I don't know why you call me that! because I have a big heart...just for you," he said dramatically placing a hand over his heart.
Mila stepped in and gave Alfonso a warm hug. "I know that" she said softly, "But enough about that, come on, let's go. We need to be at the restaurant in two hours. The first show is going to start, and we still need to show you your part, Anna."
Anna's eyes widened. "What?! You didn't say that the first show is going to be tonight! And why at a restaurant?"
Mila smirked, her eyes gleaming with excitement. "Well, you didn't ask baby sis. This show is for my music video, so the people in the restaurant doesn't know about the show. We need them to look surprised in the video, so we decide to keep it a secret.
Anna's surprise turned into disbelief. "What?! Music video? Since when do you sing?! she exclaimed.
Mila shrugged nonchalantly. "I don't. It's just a onetime thing I wanted to try. So, are you coming? We need to leave now."
Anna couldn't help but feel a rush of curiosity and adventure. With a smirk of her own, she nodded. "Alright, let's do this! let's go make some magic happen."
In the bustling backstage area of the restaurant, the energy was high as everyone prepared for the show. Anna listens intently as Mila explained their routine. "Okay, so Anna, I'll be sitting opposite this guy at the table. When the music starts, I'll stand up, shift my chair, and use it as a step to step onto the table. As soon as I put my one foot on the chair, you and the other two dancers follow, got it."
Anna nodded, her eyes focused. "Yeah, I got it. But why do we have to wear schoolgirl skirts and bobby socks? I'm sure there are better clothes to wear."
"It's going with the theme of the song, Anna. Trust me it's all part of the charm. Plus, it'll catch everyone's attention. Now let's get ready to rock this place!" she shouts enjoying every moment.
Inside the restaurant, the atmosphere was lively as people chatted and savoured their meals completely unaware of the hidden cameras and dancers blending seamlessly into the crowd. Mila walked hand in hand with her date leading him to their table. They sat down across from each other, immersed in conversation. Then unexpectedly, the lights suddenly went of causing everyone to glance around in confusion. Just as panic threatened to ensue, vibrant, multi-coloured lights began to flash, accompanied by the opening notes of a song.
Mila's heart raced as she summoned her courage, although she's done this a thousand times before, she's still nervous when she performs. Taking a bold step, she climbed onto the table, drawing all eyes towards her. As she looked up and raised her gaze, her eyes locked with Tristan and Chad's who were seated at a table adjacent to hers. The atmosphere darkens as they observe her. Both their expressions clearly a warning. Mila could see Tristans jawline tighten, and his usually brown eyes is almost black. She looked at Chad, his eyes are narrowed as he has a piercing gaze that scream possessiveness. Mila froze in her act, and she just knew that something bad is about to unfold.