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My World ……???
(She’s real)
Authoress FG…
CHAPTER 21 ~~
AUTHOR’S POV
“I was just checking up on her, you don’t have to be rude and Deena knows I’m sincerely concerned and that’s why she didn’t complain so why are you doing it in her place?” Devon asked coldly and Deena looked at the both of them.
What’s with the expression on their faces? Devon and Ryan have never been on a good sp-ot ever since they were little, it looks like nothing changed. Deena uttered in her head tiredly.
“Devon what brings you here? I heard you returned to China but how come you’re here?” Deena cut in sharply and he smiled.
“Yes I returned home after a long time of being away but when I heard of your accident, I couldn’t help but worry even more because you’re in another man’s country and that’s why I rushed down here. Anyways I’m glad you’re out of danger now” Devon said with a smile.
“Thank you but you didn’t really have to because I’m planning on going back home as well to continue my treatment there” Deena uttered and Ryan stared at her.
“You’re flying back to China?” He asked and Deena nodded.
“Tristan knows an orthopedic surgeon in Guangzhou so I will be heading to Guangzhou”
“Who’s Tristan?” Devon asked trying to join the conversation and Ryan scoffed.
“Tristan’s my boyfriend” Deena announced and Devon’s face expression changed.
“You have a boyfriend? Since when was that?” Devon asked curiously.
“You should always check up on things” Ryan scoffed and Devon glared at him.
“What’s that supposed to mean?” Devon asked him seriously.
“What else?” Ryan said coldly.
“Emm… Tristan and I have known each other for a while now or should I say decades although it hasn’t been long we started dating” Deena said blus-hing and Devon placed his hands on his wai-st frustratedly.
“You’ve known each other for a while and he’s just asking you out now like seriously. Deena he’s not good for you, I think you should break up with him. Such guys only play with girls feelings, Deena you can’t fall for such tricks” Devon blurted and Deena frowned.
“Devon why would you even say something like that? Tristan isn’t like that so I don’t think it’s appreciative of you seeing him that way. You don’t even know him” Deena pouted.
“Exactly! More reasons why you should break up with him. How’s that even possible, you’ve known for decades and I don’t know him. Does that mean he’s been hiding or what” Devon added coldly.
“Deena, suddenly I find Devon’s words positive as well. If you’ve known each other for decades, how come none of us know about him” Ryan added and Deena looked at him.
“Not you too Ryan. I thought you accepted our relationship so why are you suddenly siding with Devon? You’ve never sided with him before”
“Like I said, what Devon said made some sense and it’s not like I accepted your relationship in my own free will, I just had to congratulate you because I didn’t want to make things look awkward” Ryan said.
“Why am I discussing this with you guys? It’s not like you can stop me from going out with him. We both like each other and don’t you think you’re both un-derestimating me, if he’s not a good person I wouldn’t even hang out with him in the first place” Deena said looking away.
“What’s this ruckus all about?” Sansan asked as she came into the room and everyone kept mute.
“Good evening Aunt” Devon greeted with a wide smile.
“Oh it’s Devon, when did you arrive?” Sansan asked with a smile.
“Minutes ago” Devon said politely.
“It’s been awhile since we’ve had you around like this. I almost thought, you stopped being friends with Deena because you’re not in the same team anymore” Sansan said.
“Of course not Aunt, I’ve been pretty busy and that’s why I didn’t get the chance to come visit. How’ve you been Aunt?” Devon asked politely.
“All good, thank you. How about your parents?”
“They’re fine Aunt”
“Okay that’s good. Deena I will head back to my suite, I just finished discussing with the doctor and he said we can leave maybe end of the week. By the way, where’s Tristan?” Sansan asked looking around.
“He left a while ago, he had some work to take care of. Anyways mum go ahead and take a rest, we afford getting another hospital bed” Deena said jovially and Sansan laughed.
“Silly girl, I’m very healthy. You worry too much, I will go ahead now” Sansan said.
“See you around Aunt” Devon and Ryan said in anchor and Sansan waved at them then left the room.
“Looks like even Aunt knows of Tristan” Devon said sarcastically and Deena rolled her eyes.
“She’s my mum and that’s why. Mum actually said something very important, you stopped being in contact with me because I was no longer in your team right?”
“Come on Deena, why would you even say something like that? Of course I lost touch with you because I lost your contact and I was pretty occu-pied with work that I didn’t get the chance to get your contact” Devon explained.
“Nothing you said made sense. If she’s your friend then I’m pretty sure you would looked for all means to get in contact with her but anyways thanks for not doing that. You saved me the stress of seeing your annoying face. Let’s leave, Deena nee-ds to take a nap” Ryan reminded.
“But Deena hasn’t answered any of my questions” Devon blurted.
“What questions?” Deena asked sarcastically.
“What family is he from? Deena you can’t just go around dating a nobody, you know so well how your dad will react to it if he finds out so I’m hoping you have that mind” Devon said coldly.
“I’m sleepy, the both of you should leave now” Deena said with a blank expression then lay down, facing the other side of the bed.
“I will be outside if you nee-d anything” Ryan said and dragged Devon with him.
*****
Layla got to the restaurant where she would be meeting up with Evan.
“What’s taking him so long? He’s the one who’s got something to say and I’m the one who’s waiting for him” Layla said with a frown as she had a glance at her wristwatch.
Evan got to the restaurant and came down from his car. He looked at his phone and Ryan was calling.
“I’m sorry bro but I will have to ignore you right now. I’ve got a better deal on my plate” Evan said with a smile then put his phone on silent.
Evan went into the restaurant to their reserved table and Layla there already.
“Ha!”
“I really do have a way of calling you out without your consent” Evan mocked and Layla frowned.
“I don’t have time for your silly mockery. Go straight to the point and tell me the reason for this meeting” Layla said seriously.
“Why are you being worked up? I’m pretty sure, it hasn’t been long you arrived as well” Evan said and sat down.
“You’re ten minutes late and why did you have to go throu-ghmy manager? That’s new, this meeting related to work?” Layla asked with her hands crossed against her che-st.
“Tuesdays are always your busy days and I went throu-ghyour manager so you would come see me. You shouldn’t miss out on this information I’m about to feed you, it’s very important” Evan smi-rked.
“How would I know it’s important if you don’t share it with me. I hate suspense, cut the chess”
“Tristan” Evan uttered and Layla gave him a serious stare.
“What Tristan?” Layla asked curiously.
“Take a guess, you know so well I wouldn’t mention someone you have no idea about” Evan smiled.
“What do you mean? What does Tristan got to do with this?” Layla asked anxiously.
“Give up on him. He’s not worth all you attention and care”
“Are you trying to play with my head or what?” Layla sneered.
“I have no idea on whatever you’re thinking but I think it’s not worth it. You’ve been crushing on him right from highschool and you still haven’t won his heart over, don’t you think it’s time you give up and he’s been giving you red flag but why are you turning a blind eye to that”
“Did you call me out here to talk about my crush or you’re just being unnecessarily nosy” Layla said coldly.
“You know so well, I’m the only one who can walk up to you and tell you the damn truth. I turned a blind eye to it for too long but is that how you plan on living the rest of your life, chasing after a guy who’s not even in love with you” Evan half yelled and Layla stood up from her chair and picked up her purse.
“This conversation has no future, I better head back home” Layla said coldly.
“Layla, you should give up on Tristan. He has a girlfriend now” Evan announced and Layla gave him a serious look.
“What do you mean?” Layla asked lowly.
“You should admit what’s for you Layla and you know I’m here for you because of what I feel for you. It’s high time you put some thoughts into it” Evan said and Layla laughed awkwardly.
“What you feel for me? What’s that supposed to mean?”
“Nevermind. You should head back home, this is where our conversation ends” Evan said and stood up as well.
“You called me out here to share and important information so I will appreciate it if you show me some respect and finish up your conversation. What were you saying about Tristan?” Layla asked curiously.
“He has a girlfriend now” Evan said lowly.
“Girlfriend? Who is she?” Layla asked curiously and Evan smi-rked.
“How about you ask your cousin… I’m off” He said and left the table without looking back.
What does he mean by that? Layla uttered in her head and a notification popped on her phone.
The opened the notification and it’s latest update on Devon.
~ We had no idea, our favorite racers got this beautiful friendship bond. Devon flied all the way to Spain to visit, Deena at the hospital. So caring of him ~
“Devon flied back to Spain!” Layla said lowly then dialed Devon’s number.
“Hello, Devon where are you?” Layla asked curiously over the phone.
“I’m currently in Spain, why?” Devon said over the phone.
“You’ve met with Deena right? Did you hear anything about Deena having a boyfriend? What’s the name of her boyfriend?” Layla asked anxiously.
“Deena said something like that but I’m letting that happen. I’ve waited all my life and I can’t just give up right here”
“What’s his name?” Layla cut in swiftly.
“She said his name is em.. Tristan I guess” Devon said and Layla hung up then sat back on her chair as hot tears roll down her cheeks.
She clenched her fist angrily with anger written in her eyes as tears flow down.
TBC…
What do you think Layla ?