???…… Into
My World ……???
(She’s real)
Authoress FG…
CHAPTER 15 ~~
AUTHOR’S POV
Tristan came out of the restroom then head back to his desk. On his way going, he noticed some of his colleagues were gathered around Max’s desk.
What’s going on there? Tristan questioned in his head then had a glance on what they were doing.
“Don’t you think Ryan have feelings for Deena? He’s making it obvious with his moves. First he volunteered to coach Deena and now he’s flying out of the country with her”
“I think they will be making it official before they come back from Spain” Some of the employees gossiped and Tristan frowned.
“Isn’t it too early to gossip and stop going around spreading false rumors or as-suming what’s not real” Tristan blurted and everyone ran back to their desk.
“Tristan are you sure you won’t go to the airport? At this rate you will explode” Max uttered out and Tristan went back to his desk ignoring Max’s words.
~ “The atmosphere right now is so tense” ~ One of the employees texted on their group chat.
~ “It’s so obvious Tristan is jealous” ~ One of the male employee dropped.
~” I’m so jealous of Deena. Tristan is so in love with her and she doesn’t even know it. I wish he would look at me in that way” ~ One of the female dropped as well.
~ “Stop dreaming” ~ One of the male employee dropped.
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MR GU’S MANSION
Deena was seated on a couch with her mum in her bedroom.
“Deena I noticed you haven’t been yourself for the past few days. Ever since you car back from Hainan so much changed about you. You’re over working yourself. You will break down at this rate” Sansan pointed out worriedly.
“I’m doing exactly what dad wants and it’s also helping me keep my mind off certain things” Deena uttered mas-saging her legs.
“What are keeping your mind off? Have you heard from him since then?” Sansan asked and Deena looked at her in surprise.
“Who are you talking about Mum?” Deena asked playing dumb and Sansan chuckled.
“I know you miss him and I’m hoping you reach out to him before you leave. Don’t let your Dad’s decisions ruin your happiness” Sansan advised.
“It’s my decision to join the internationals and luckily I was elected. I’m finally getting closer to my dreams and Dad have quit his nagging because of this great achievement. It’s for the best, I’m hoping he moved on already” Deena said with a sad smile.
Sansan stood up from the sofa.
“You’re my only daughter and the only thing I wish for you the most is your happiness so stand up to your feelings. Trust in what you feel and not threats. Come down for lunch, you can’t keep on skipping lunch just to avoid eating with your Dad” Sansan instructed then went out of the room.
Tristan how are you doing? I’m hoping you arrived safely. Have you really moved on or it’s ha-rd for you as well because I go throu-ghhell whenever I remember all those things I said to you. Deena whispered in her head sadly looking out to the window.
Minutes later Deena went downstairs for lunch.
She avoided talking to anyone, including her mum.
“I’m glad you made it for lunch today. Did something good happen? You came down for lunch today” Gu inquired with a smile.
This is the first time I’m seeing him smile. This internationals is really something he’s always dreamed of. Deena uttered in her head.
“This is my father’s house. Must there be good news before I come down for lunch?” Deena uttered coldly.
“True… Of course you don’t to have good news to come have lunch with us but I’m glad you’re joining us today” Gu said jovially.
“Deena enjoy your meal okay” Sansan cut in with a smile and Deena nodded.
“Of course Mum” Deena said with a half smile then they started eating.
“Emm… Deena have you thought of finally announcing your relationship to the public?” Gu asked and they all looked at him in shock.
Is he talking about Tristan or Finley that pervert? Deena questioned in her head confused.
“Dad I have no idea what you’re talking about” Deena protested.
“Of course you know what I’m talking about, everyone’s talking about it every where that you and Ryan might be in a secret relationship” Gu said and Deena gave him a striking glare.
“This is one of the reasons why I don’t come down for lunch. Dad why do you always listen to such ridiculous rumors? If you hear such things next time, I’m hoping you put a deaf ears to it. What’s rhw point of listening to what’s not real” Deena protested with a frown and just then one of their maids walked up to the dinning table.
“Sir, we have some guest heading in” She informed and Sansan looked at Gu with a curious look on her face.
“What guests?” Deena asked curiously and swiftly Layla, Evan and Ryan walked in.
“Dad what’s she doing here?” Deena asked seriously.
“How am I supposed to know?” Gu said.
“I guess coming downstairs to have lunch was a bad idea. I will go back to my room” Deena said coldly then stood up from her chair, heading to the stairs.
“Deena where are you going? Why do I have the feeling you’re leaving because of me?” Layla asked with a pretentious smile.
“I’m glad you know that. Why are you visiting today? Did something good happen in your favor?” Deena asked sarcastically and Ryan cut in sharply to avoid conflict.
“Deena, you’re hurting my feelings. How come Layla is the only one you noticed? I also came visiting and it’s all because we want to spend some time with you before you leave the country” Ryan pointed out and Deena exhaled tiredly.
“Uncle!” Layla called out with a fake smile as she walked to the dinning table.
“Oh it’s Layla. Layla you guys came at the best time. I’m pretty sure you guys haven’t had lunch yet right?” Gu asked with a little smile and Layla held her stomach.
“Exactly uncle” Layla concurred and Deena rolled her eyes.
“Greetings uncle. It’s been a while uncle” Evan greeted as he walked to dinning table as well.
“Wow Evan what do we owe this pleasant visit? I can’t believe you took out time from your ti-ght schedule to join us, I’m honored. Please join us for lunch” Gu said with a smile.
“It’s been awhile so I decided to tag along as well. How’ve you been aunty?” Evan asked with a half smile.
“I’ve been good Evan” Sansan replied.
“What’s he doing here as well?” Deena asked with grimace.
“What else? We’re all her to visit you. Come on join us at the dinning table. You wouldn’t want to let Layla make things awkward for your folks right” Ryan suggested.
“This is majorly why I don’t like guest visiting. I have to for-ce myself into doing something I don’t want to do. Let’s go” Deena Gr0-ned and they walked together to the dinning table.
Gu smiled on seeing Deena and Ryan together.
“Greetings uncle. How have you been uncle? Aunty I heard you had a slight fever the other day, hope you’re better now?” Ryan asked warmly and they both smiled.
“We’ve been good Ryan and it’s so good to see you here” Gu said with a smile.
“Thank you for the concern Ryan. Please join us for lunch. I will go get you more dishes” Sansan said with a wide smile and left for the kitchen.
Mum must be really happy right now. She loves aunty Weiwei’s boys visiting. Who knows what she’s thinking whenever they visit? Deena uttered in her head having a secret glance at everyone.
“Layla I heard you would be competing for the internationals in few months time, how’s training going? At least you’ve got some time to spend with your parents before you travel out again” Gu said with a smile.
Some maids walked up to the dinning table and served the dishes.
“Yes uncle, I’m lucky to have do such quality time to spend with them and I’m also lucky I’ve got enough time to pursue my biggest dream here in Shanghai” Layla said with a wide smile.
“Wow, that’s impressive but what’s that biggest dream if I may ask?” Gu asked curiously and Layla smiled.
“I don’t know if it’s normal for me to say it out but it got something to do with my happiness” Layla said smiling.
“Give up on that dream. You can never achieve that, you and I know that” Deena cut in with a sm-irk and Layla frowned.
“Deena!” Gu called out in glaring at her.
“It’s okay uncle, I don’t think Deena knows anything about what I’m talking about so it’s fine” Layla said putting on a fake smile.
“Of course I know exactly what you’re talking about. You were trending days back and it was so obvious, that was your biggest goal” Deena said sarcastically.
Deena caught Layla right at her weak point. This lunch wouldn’t end well. Evan uttered in his head staring at the both of them.
“What are you implying exactly?” Layla asked trying so ha-rd not to express her anger.
“You will get everything you want but you can never have that” Deena smi-rked and Gu hit the table.
“Deena have some respect for everyone on this table today. How can you curse your cousin right in my present? Where’s your manners?” Gu scolded and Deena exhaled with satisfaction.
“Layla I’m sorry, that wasn’t intentional I’m hoping you will un-derstand” Deena said with a malicious smile.
“It’s okay, I’m not that petty to hold on to such things. Anyways I heard you traveled with someone to Hainan? Who’s that exactly?” Layla asked coldly and Gu looked at Deena, hoping she doesn’t flop this.
“News spread so fast. Anyways it’s something confidential so I can’t tell you sorry” Deena said calmly then started eating.
Very good Deena, I’ve raised you well. Gu uttered in his head with a smile.
“Let’s eat everyone” Sansan announced as she came back to the dinning table.
That’s a cold answer, I don’t think Layla will let this slide easily. Ryan said in his head.
NEXT DAY..
At the airport…
Deena and Ryan arrived at the airport already and just like they expected, reporters were everywhere. Taking shots of the two of them and biding them farewell.
Deena turned to the reporters bowing to them, hoping she would see Tristan among them.
Deena let’s go, I think the greeting is enough. Ryan whispered to her.
He really didn’t show up. Does this mean he has really forgot about me? Deena questioned in her head almost in tears but she held herself strongly so she doesn’t give out the wrong idea to the reporters.
“Can we wait up or say hello to the reporters for at least five extra minutes?”
“What are you saying Deena? We’ve got to board the plane so I don’t think that’s possible. Let’s get going” Ryan said and they walked into the transit lounge.
They board the plane but they were not sitting in same place.
I really didn’t get to see him. Deena uttered in her head sadly and just then Tristan joined her at her seat.
“Excuse me” He said slowly without even realizing who he sat with.
Tears roll down Deena’s eyes as she stared at Tristan.
TBC…