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[Sorry for this late update:(( Been very busy lately anyways enjoy and sorry for the typos]

Paige

"Surprise!"

We all cheered when Eloise enter the room. She'll be spending a week in the states that's why we decided to do her surprise bridal shower today since she'll be married next month.

"Oh my." Eloise brought her hand to her mouth looking surprised at the party we've prepared. We've been planning this party for weeks and even Aiden helped with the preparations.

Eloise stood there remaining shocked at what she was seeing. My heart melted when I saw tears form up in her eyes. "Thank you so much." Eloise smiled at us as she wiped a tear from her cheek.

By the back of my eye I saw Aicko and Shari wipe their tears as well. We all knew that very soon, our Eloise will belong to someone. Even if we her friends aren't her parents we can't help but feel so happy for her. When she gets married to her prince it'll be like we're giving away another child, just like as we gave away Shari.

Our support and love for one another isn't just a typical best friends kind of love. We've been there with each other for so long, we've lived our college lives together and we've seen each other's worst, I'm just glad at the end of the day, one by one, they're all getting the happiness and love they deserve.

"May we your highness?" Shari asked jokingly with Aicko by her side.

Eloise chuckled and nodded. Aicko and Shari then placed a sash around Eloise's chest with the words. Bride to be. Printed on it.

I laughed in awe when Hana came up to Eloise holding a crown in her small hands. The other guests awed because of Hana's cuteness.

"Here's your crown Mommy Loisey." Hana giggled with a crown in her hands.

"Oh Baby, how precious." Eloise laughed and caressed Hana's cheek before kneeling down. Hana placed the crown on top of Eloise's hair and Shari fixed it properly.

When Eloise stood up again with crown and sash, the bridal shower started.

We all sat at our designated tables. This was an all girls event since we thought it would be fun this way, well except for Aiden, he tagged along since he was somewhat part of our circle of friends back at Eres but he was on baby sitting duty so he took care of Hana while Shari emceed the event.

"I'll take Hana out to the park, she's starting to get bored." Aiden said to me while he held Hana's hand while he slung her unicorn backpack on his shoulder. "We already told Shari"

I raised my brow at him and chuckled. "The one you're avoiding isn't here you know, so your efforts to leave are useless."

He suddenly looked away making me laugh. "It's not because of that, Hana's just really bored." He explained.

"Daddy Andi says that he'll get me cotton candy!" Hana said cheerfully.

I laughed and poked her cheek. "Alright alright."

Waiters then came and served us food while one by one girls will come up to the microphone and give out a message to Eloise.

"Paige are you busy this Sunday?" Shari whispered while we were listening to the speeches.

I thought about it. "No, why?"

"I'm supposed to bring Hana with me to Dubai but she doesn't like to go so, can you watch over her for the day? Liam's going to pick her up in the afternoon so that they can hang out."

"Yeah sure I can hang out with Hana until your husband picks her up." I teased her and laughed.

After Shari and I teased each other we went back to listen to the speeches. I watched as Aicko let out her speech which made us all laugh, Shari's was touching, Nile and Diana let out tears as they said their speech , Isabel's was nice and sensible and Khrysie's was funny and heartwarming in a Khrysie way.

After Khrysie finished her speech, she started heading back to her table but when she saw me, I got surprised when she sat down beside me. "Oh wasn't it like only yesterday when Eloise was defending you at Eres from me." She chuckled. "Those were the days."

I laughed. "Yeah, 8 years" I nodded. "Feels good to see Shari married and Eloise engaged, feels like their life's getting better and better."

Khrysie nodded. "Two down." She then pointed to Aiko who was emceeing and at me. "Two to go."

My forehead scrunched in confusion.

Khrysie sighed. "Shari has a husband and Eloise will have one soon, Aicko has a boyfriend but what about you?" She eyed me. "The famous Ashley Bennet?"

"I-I don't really have time for that."

"Oh please." Khrysie rolled her eyes. "You're a model, People love you, what's so hard about getting another boyfriend? I mean your last one was what? 8 years ago?" She crossed her arms. "No harm in finding one again."

I laughed and shook my head. "That isn't my priority as of now."

Khrysie sighed. "I do know a lot of bachelors and fine men of our age who would be perfect for you." She winked at me.

"Oh that's so nice of you but I really don't need-"

"Wait maybe you just can't get over him?" She eyed me.

I frowned and shook my head. "No Khrysie that's not the case."

"Well if ever, just if ever you want to get back with him just let me know, I can just tell Bellona because she can make Blake do anything including meeting up with you."

"Uhm I don't really think that's necessary."

"Oh Paige." She sighed. I could tell that Khrysie was about to talk again when the doors of the event place opened again and in came Bellona looking as stunning and beautiful as ever.

Everyone suddenly went silent when she entered the room.  Everyone seemed shocked to see her since she never attends anything and because she was of higher standard than any of us now.

"Oh my God, she's actually came." Khrysie immediately stood up, before she walked away she turned back to me. "Our conversation isn't yet over Paige, if you ever want me to set you up with a blind date or if you want to get back with him, just tell me I can make it work." She winked at me before walking over to Bellona.

I just laughed. How can I tell Khrysie that I would never want any of that.

The bridal shower went on and we spent the night making memories and we all acted as if we were teenagers, having fun on a Friday night in Elite square. Pretending we were in Eres once again.

"Ashley wake up." I felt Stella's hand tap my shoulder. "We're at the resort." My eyes automatically opened and Stella and Abby's faces were the first things I saw.

"Get ready, your shoot starts in an hour." Stella said. I just stretched my body and yawned. They fetched me early this morning at my condo since my photoshoot for Euphoria's swimwear brand will be shot at a beach resort. The beach resort's located quite far from the city making it more peaceful and quiet around here.

"Abby, get her set." Stella ordered before leaving the van. I yawned and rested my head on the car window.

"Ma'am let's get you ready." Abby whispered.

"Ok." I nodded and stood up. I followed Abby to a tent by the beach where she fixed me up. "Mrs. Klein can't come since she's out of the country but her younger brother will be dropping by later." Some of Euphoria's staff that came along with us said.

Great. Just great, why do I have to run into Blake all the time?!

When Abby finished putting on my make up and fixing my hair, I changed into the summer dresses.

"How is it?" Stella asked the photographer when we were on break.

"Really good." The photographer smiled and showed Stella and me the pictures. "She's a natural."

Stella looked pleased with my performance which means I did good. The sky suddenly darkened and grey clouds filled the blue making everyone enter the tents that stood on the beach.

I entered my tent and sat beside Abby who was scrolling through her phone. "The forecast didn't say that there would be any rain today." She said keeping her eyes on her phone.

"I'm hungry." I said out of the blue.

"We'll get food inside the resort after your shoot."

"Ugh! resort food again." I groaned. I've been eating my meals at hotels and resorts lately making me feel tired of it.

"Well this place is known for making delicious creampuffs." Abby told me. "And there's a local bakery nearby that makes them."

"Creampuffs?" My eyes lit up with the idea. "And where is the bakery?"

"Down by the road, you can see it when you leave the resort." Abby answered.

I smile formed on my lips when an idea popped into my head. I stood up and got my purse.

"Wait where are you going?" Abby immediately stood up when she saw me walking out the tent. "I'll just check out the creampuffs." I reasoned.

"Does Stella know?" Abby asked worriedly. I laughed and shook my head. "Just don't tell her, I'll be back in a jiffy."

"Wait! It seems like it's about to rain." Abby stopped me. "Do you have an umbrella?"

I shook my head.

Abby turned to one of the suitcases in the make up station and took out one of my umbrellas that she keeps incase I'd need it. "Cover for me. Thanks!" I said before leaving the tent with the umbrella.

I was wearing my yellow flowy dress with my black umbrella in hand while I searched for the local bakery by the sides of the resort. Palm trees filled the beachside, only the dark clouds ruined the whole tropical vibe.

My eyes lit up when I spotted the small bakery by the palm trees. A smile formed on my face when I smelled it's baked goods. "Hello ma'am, there anything you'd like?" The lady at the front asked.

I immediately spotted the creampuffs displayed on the bakery's windows. My mouth instantly watered. I suddenly found myself digging in my wallet for some cash until I came back to my sense. Slap out of it Paige! You're on diet! I scolded myself.

The lady waited for me patiently. I sighed and looked at the creampuffs.

"You know dear, everyone who  visits this area comes by to my shop for creampuffs, why don't you try one for free since you seem like a sweet girl."

"I-I have-" I sighed. How can I possibly turn down this offer? "Thankyou." I gave the lady a smile.

"Oh there you are boy!" The lady said the someone behind me.

My eyes widened when I saw Blake right behind me, still in his business suit, one can tell that he came here straight from the city. When his eyes met mine, he didn't seem as shocked as I was to see him.

"So glad to see you again Mr.Carlisle." The lady in the counter said cheerfully to Blake. "We've got your creampuffs ready when we heard you were coming." She smiled at Blake and turned to me. "I'll get you your creampuffs as well." She then went back inside.

A second after the lady left us, the rain started to pour making Blake scoot over beside me to take shelter under the bakery's roof.

I suddenly felt awkward to be around Blake, Even if I knew that he was coming, why does it always shock me? I cleared my throat to break the silence. "Do you usually buy at this shop?"

"I come here often." He answered before checking his watch as if his time was too important.

"Here you guys are." The lady came back to us. "Creampuffs for you sir, and for you Miss." She placed down 2 paper bags in front of us.

"You're going to eat that?" Blake suddenly asked when he saw the paper bag of creampuffs in front of me. That was when reality hit me hard. What on earth am I doing?! I'm not supposed to eat sweets.

"I'm sorry Ma'am but I can't take it." I moved the paper bag back to the lady. "I'm sure it tastes splendid but I'm on a diet right now." I explained.

"Ohh, so you must be the model that arrived at the resort aren't you?" She eyed me.

I glanced at Blake who didn't seem to care about what we were talking about.

I slowly nodded to the lady. "Oh I see." The lady nodded and took back the paper bag.

"I'll get going then." I smiled at her once again and opened my umbrella. I frowned when I felt Blake's eyes on me. I turned to him and realized that he was looking at my umbrella. My brows scrunched and looked at it as well to check if there was something wrong.

Oh shit! Then it hit me. This umbrella was his! It was the exact one he gave me 8 years ago for me not to be drenched in the rain. I suddenly felt embarrassed, Why do I still even have this?! It was Abby who kept this as an extra!

"It's not yours." I took a step away from him. He raised his brow at me. "I meant the umbrella." I said. God I'm sounding too obvious.

He bit his lower lip and tilted his head to the side to hide his amused smile.

I was about to be defensive again but I changed my mind. Even if he said nothing by the looks of his face, he was sure that the umbrella was his so no matter how much I'd explain, he still wins.

I rolled my eyes. "Here." I closed the umbrella and shoved it into his hands. "You can have it back."

Before he could tease me or make fun of me, I took my chance to run away from him and the bakery. Even if it means I had to run through the rain.

"Hey!" I heard him call but I ignored it. Being seen with his umbrella embarrassed me. He can have it back, for all I care.

"Ashley Bennet what happened?!" Stella scolded me when I came to her all drenched. "Where've you been? Don't you have an umbrella?"

"I remember giving her-no I didn't give her any umbrella." Abby suddenly changed her answer when she saw my pleading face.

"Oh dear what should we do with you?" Stella sighed. "You might catch a cold because of this you should take a shower-"

"The sun's back up, we can resume the shoot!" The photographer called from outside. "Abby fix me up so we can get this over with." I turned to Abby making me successfully avoid the rest of Stella's scolding session.

"What happened to your umbrella?" Abby whispered.

"It broke." I lied but Abby took it anyway. My photoshoot went on while Blake stayed inside the resort since the resort owner is his friend.

"That's a wrap." The photographer said. Stella seemed happy with my performance making me happy as well. I hugged myself as I walked back inside the tent. I started feeling really code even if the sun was high up in the sky.

"I think that was your best photoshoot yet ma'am!" Abby praised when she entered the tent but her expression changed when she saw me. "Hey are you okay?"

"Yeah." I nodded. "I'm just tired."

Since the photoshoot ended, we all entered the resort. I spotted Blake walking with another neat looking man, probably the resort's owner. Stella went to talk to some people about my modeling business while Abby accompanied me to a room where in I could sleep before we go back to the city later tonight.

I lay down on the bed and told Abby to wake me up in an hour and I fell asleep.

I woke up and felt my heavy head. "Abby?"

"Yes ma'am?" looked up from her phone, her eyes furrowed when she saw me. "Is everything alright with you?" She stood up and walked closer to me. "You look so pale." She then placed her hand under my neck and her eyes widened. "Ma'am you're burning!"

Before I could respond, my head felt even more heavy.

At first I saw Abby standing alone, a little later I saw her with Stella, and then other people came into the scene, but I was too weak to sit up.

"We should get a doctor."

"The city is too far from here."

"She needs to go home."

Everyone was talking while Abby wiped a wet cloth on my forehead to lower my body temperature.

I frowned when I saw Blake enter the room. He eyed my condition. "What happened." He asked.

"She's got fever Mr. Carlisle." Stella explained. "It must be because she got drenched a while ago, anyhow she needs medicine but the area doesn't have any drugstores nearby."

"I don't need your help." I said to Blake making him raise his brow at me.

"Ashley!" Stella scolded. "My apologies Mr. Carlisle, she's not usually like this, she's just sick."

"It's fine, I'll take her."

I was suddenly taken aback by what Blake said.

"I have a place nearby and I have some medicine, she can stay there till she's strong enough to head back to the city."

"No!" I protested.

"Oh Mr. Carlisle, that would be wonderful but isn't that too much to ask?" Stella said worriedly. "It's alright." Blake assured her and took my hand. "Lets go."

I frowned at him. "No! I don't want to go with you! No!" I kept protesting but Blake Stella and Abby were already helping me up from the bed and before I knew it, they successfully dragged me to the resort's parking lot in front of Blake's car.

"I'm said I'm fine! I don't need him to help me!" I complained crossed my arms.

"Don't mind a thing she says, she usually spits out nonsense when she's sick." Stella explained to Blake while handing him my big suitcase with my essentials. Blake just nodded and looked at me.

I glared at him. "I think I can take it from here," He said to Stella and Abby.

And in just a swift moment they both were gone. "Get in the car Paige." He said in a serious tone.

I got shocked when I heard him say my name. My real name. It's been so long since I've last heard him say it.

I sighed and went to the shotgun seat while he loaded my suitcase in the trunk. The second I sat inside, Blake placed on my seatbelts. "You fool." He muttered. "Why did leave the umbrella."

"Because it's yours, and I don't want anything to do with anything that's yours."

He kept silent and started to drive.

I wanted to complain and argue some more but my head was still heavy and I fell asleep. I woke up again but this time, I was no longer in the car. I sat up and looked around. I was in a room, but it definitely wasn't mine, although I spotted my suitcase in the room's corner, based on the dark colors and interior it was a man's room.

There was a wet cloth on my forehead and I was wearing an oversized jacket over my dress. My head felt a little lighter now so I stood up. I went out the door and realized that I was in a condo. I immediately spotted Blake sitting down on the dining table typing something on his laptop.

His eyes went up to me when he sensed my presence. "You're awake." He said.

"Who's place is this?" I asked stupidly even if it was already obvious. "Mine." He answered plainly.

"How did I get here from the car?" I crossed my arms. He raised his brow at me and folded his arms. "I carried you."

I frowned. "How dare you? You could've woke me up, you didn't have to carry me."

"So it's my fault that you wouldn't wake up when I tapped your shoulder?" He raised his brow at me.

"Whatever." I rolled my eyes and sat on the dining table across him.  "I'm hungry." I told him.

He eyed me then nodded. "Wait here." He stood up and left the table. I thought he went to order for some fast food delivery or something but instead he returned to me with a plate of chicken and some mixed veggies.

To my surprise, it looked newly cooked. I eyed the plate when he placed it in front of me and sat back on the table across me. "Did you cook this?" I asked and pointed to my plate.

He nodded. "Eat up puppy, so I can give you medicine afterwards."

I rolled my eyes at him and eyed my food. He gave me lean chicken and mixed veggies, food that were both low in fat and what I was allowed to eat. Wow, he knows what to give me huh.

I tasted the food, wow he can cook really well now. "Since when did you become good in cooking?"

"I'm an adult." He took his eyes off the laptop and faced me. "I cook for myself everyday."

I just nodded and looked back at my food. I never knew this jerk would actually come to be a person like this. Back then I thought that he'd have maids cook for him even when he becomes an adult.

After a few bites of chicken and veggies I placed my utensils down and pushed my plate slightly away from me. I badly wanted more but I knew my diet by heart and I can't have more food than that.

Blake seemed to notice what I did. "You should eat more." He moved my plate closer to me.

I frowned and pushed it away. "No, I have a fashion show coming and I can't eat a lot."

"Don't neglect your health for your career." He pushed it back again. " No wonder you get sick immediately."

"That's none of your business." I snapped at him. "I still won't eat." I crossed my arms making him know my decision.

He raised his brow at me and closed his laptop. "You leave me no choice." He sighed and crossed his arms across his chest. "If you won't eat, then I'll feed you."

My eyes widened at what he said. "No way."

"So what's it going to be puppy? Or should I say doggie?" He asked me with a grin on the side of his lips.

I scoffed and pushed the plate closer to me and started eating again.

"Make sure you finish it." Blake added.

"Asshole." I whispered.

"Manners puppy, we're at the table." Blake said with an amused smile.

God I hate him!

It actually wasn't hard to eat his food, it was so delicious, only my conscience kept telling me to stop but instead, I just didn't. Before I knew it, I actually finished.

"Done." I showed him my plate.

"Good." He nodded. I was about to ask for my medicine but he suddenly brought out a paper bag from the his side and pushed it to me.

"What's this?" I asked when I eyed it in front of me and looked inside. My face lit up when a smell baked goods filled me in and when I peeked I saw creampuffs.  I looked up at Blake with confusion.

"Your prize for finishing your food." Blake said.

I was planning to refuse it but my mouth said otherwise. "Thanks." I then took out a creampuff and took a bite. Oh God this is delicious. A smile formed on the side of my lips as I ate it.

I glanced at Blake and he was back to his laptop. He seems really focused on his work, who would've thought that the asshole who used to bully commoners at Eres 8 years ago would come to be this business man right in front of me.

I turned back to the paper bag and my eyes widened when I found it empty. Shit did I just finish all 6 creampuffs?! Paige! How could you! I scolded myself.

I've been training to watch my eating habit for years, I thought that when I started modeling I could finally have discipline but turns out even after 8 years of model training and dieting, I am still a glutton.

I glanced at Blake and it seemed like he didn't notice anything so I just chose to act casual instead of making a fuss about it. Who knows, maybe he wouldn't notice. "I'll just wash the dishes." I stood up and took my plate and utensils, at the same time I slipped the empty paper bag into my hand.

He couldn't protest since I was already on my way to the kitchen. His penthouse was really neat and clean even if he didn't have any housekeeper, that's why it was easy for me to operate things. I slipped the empty paper bag into the trashcan in the kitchen and I started washing the my dishes. I finished immediately since they were just few, so I headed back to the dining table.

"Hey." I called his attention, "I need to get to bed."

"So do I, " He stood up as well. I stopped in front of the door of the room I came out from a while ago and turned to Blake. "Isn't this room yours?"

"Yes why?"

"Then where are you sleeping?"

"In the guest room." He pointed to the room adjacent to his.

"You sure you don't want to use your room?" I asked. He shook his head. "I like the guest room better."

"Oh ok," I turned to his room and opened the door.

He turned his back on me and opened the door to get guest room.

"Hey." I suddenly called. "What?" He raised his brow at me.

"About the umbrella incident a while ago at the resort." I explained. "It was my assistant who kept it, just to make things clear I wasn't the one keeping it, actually I thought I got rid of it a long time ago but apparently it's still here."

"I never asked about it puppy." Blake crossed his arms and leaned his shoulder on his door way looking quite amused.

"I'm just saying this so that you wouldn't jump up into any conclusions and think that I've kept your umbrella or anything because it's nothing like that."

My eyes widened when he walked towards me leaving a few inches between us. "You see Puppy, I don't really mind at all, I've already moved on." He looked me in the eye. "A long time ago."

I scoffed. "And you think I didn't?! Of course I've moved on as well, and just so you know I-"

I got shocked when he suddenly pressed his finger onto my lips. I thought he was shushing me until he slipped a medicine capsule into my mouth.

"I placed a glass of water on the bedside table to help you swallow it, get some sleep Puppy." He tapped my head before entering the guest room.

And here I stayed still with the medicine capsule inside my mouth.

The next day I woke up feeling a lot better than yesterday. I noticed the the wet cloth on my forehead was different and the glass on the bedside was refilled. Did he do all this? I wondered.

I sat up and stretched my arms before opening my phone which was fully charged. Funny, I don't remember charging it at all last night.

I was greeted with Shari's text the second I opened my phone.

From: Shari

Morning Paige, I'll be bringing Hana over to your place  a little later, she's excited to see you.

"Oh shoot," I muttered. I forgot that I was on baby sitting duty today. I immediately replied.

To: Shari

Yey! Tell her I am too!

I immediately scurried out of bed and into the shower. Good thing Blake's room has it's own bathroom. I took a quick shower and I changed into a white sleeveless top and denim pants. I paired it with my cream sandals and I dried my hair. I fixed Blake's bed and took my suitcase out of the room.

When I got out, Blake was already sitting on his couch watching tv. He was wearing a plain black shirt and shorts and his hair looked fresh from the shower.

"I need to get back." I said.

He nodded. "Eat breakfast first." He pointed to the dinning table that had some eggs and sausages with French toast and some fresh milk.

I didn't have time to argue since I needed to get back to the city quickly so I just did as told. I sat down on the table and started munching of French toast. To my surprise Blake joined me and ate breakfast as well.

I didn't strike any conversation since I was in a hurry and he seemed to notice. When we finished, we both brushed our teeth before he took my suitcase and we both headed to the car in his building's parking lot.

I sat properly in the shotgun seat and he placed on his seatbelts. He turned to me before starting the car.

"What?" I asked.

"Take this." He handed me a medicine capsule. I took it then he reached for a water flask. I accepted it as well and took my medicine. "Thanks."

He nodded and started driving.

I noticed that Stella was bombarding me with messages so I read them while on the drive.

From: Bossy Stella

How are you doing Ashley?

From: Bossy Stella

Don't give Mr. Carlisle a hard time.

From: Bossy Stella

Don't do anything ridiculous in front of Mr. Carlisle ok?!

From: Bossy Stella

Are you giving Mr. Carlisle a hard time???

I chuckled and just turned off my phone without replying. I understand that Stella wants to please Blake and his older sister but she doesn't have any idea of how close Blake and I are, I mean how close we used to be.

Blake was silent for most of the drive so I fell asleep. I woke up after an hour and realized that we were already in the city.

I waited for Blake to ask me where my condo is but it looks like he knew already. He must've remembered the directions from the last time he sent me home.

I took out my seatbelt when he parked the car in my condo's parking lot. I checked my watch. I still have 15 minutes until Shari comes with Hana. I started wearing my shades and white cap to hide my identity.

"I'll get your suitcase." Blake took off his seatbelt.

"Wait." I stopped him. "Wear a cap first and some shades."

His forehead scrunched at what I said.

"Just do as I say."

Instead of arguing he just did as I told him, he wore his black cap and placed on some shades before coming down the car.

He opened the trunk and brought my suitcase down.

"Thanks for everything." I held the handle of my suitcase. "I'll take it from here." I frowned when he took my suitcase's handle from me. "I'll take it to your room,"

"You don't have t-" Before I could finish, he was already walking inside the building.

"Ugh!" I rubbed my temple and followed him. He never listens.

The second we entered the building's lobby, people started eyeing him. Maybe because he was tall and well people seem to find him attractive which I do not get why.

He followed me up the elevator and into my condo's room. Good thing I cleaned my place before leaving the other day. He placed my suitcase down once he entered my room.

I was planning to push him out of my condo since his job was done but since he took care of me last night I chose not to. Instead I told him to sit on my couch while I went to the kitchen. There must be something that I can serve him with. I opened my fridge and frowned when I realized that it was almost empty. It only had a pitcher of water and a bag of gummy bears that Hana left from her last visit.

I barely ate at home that's why I don't have any food. I'll just ask him if he wants anything and if he does, I'll just order for a delivery.

I walked over to Blake. I raised my brow when I found him staring at the wall where all my certificates hung. It had my certificates from Eres and other certificates were from the brands that I've modeled, he also eyed the shelf below the certificates where my trophies were displayed.  He stared at them intently as if he was reading every word in them.

I frowned when I saw him take hold of one of my picture frames. "Hey!" I strode towards him. "Put that down!"

"Is this really how you used to look like?" He said in disbelief. In his hand, he had a my picture from when I was still studying in Eres. "You were so cubby." He laughed.

"Asshole, give it back!" I tried to reach for it but he moved it away.

"Wow puppy, you really changed." He eyed my picture.

"Shut up and put it down!" I yelled while trying to reach for the picture frame that he's been trying to move away.

"Does the world have any idea of how the real Ashley Bennet once looked like?" Blake asked teasingly. He raised his arm up in the air to keep the picture frame way out of my reach. He smiled at me teasingly.

I glared at him and crossed my arms. "Give it to me or else." I threatened him.

My eyes widened when he brought his head to my level and brought it closer to my face.  He then looked straight into my eyes. "Or else what?" He asked challenging me.

Suddenly, the teasing look he had faded and seriousness displayed on his face. A second there I almost thought that his eyes went down to my lips. This feeling... I've felt this before.

But I don't want to again.

My eyes widened when the doorbell rang. I was suddenly back to my senses. I immediately stomped on Blake's foot surprising him. I took the chance and grabbed my picture frame from him and ran to my room to hide it.

I heard the doorbell ring again. "Get the door! That's probably Shari." I called out to Blake while I hid my frame.

When I had my picture perfectly hidden, I walked out of the room. Blake was already opening the door. My eyes widened and I suddenly stopped walking when I saw the door open. Oh shoot it wasn't Shari.

Aiden was at the door carrying Hana, while she was hugging him on the neck sound asleep. He looked a little surprised to see Blake but he still had a smile on his face. While Blake on the other hand just stared at him without any expression.

"Where's Paige?" Aiden asked still smiling, and held Hana tighter.

"I'm here!" I rushed towards them and let Aiden inside the room.

When I got to them, Hana awoke, "Mommy Peggy!" She yawned and placed her arms around my neck. "I'll order pizza for lunch." I said, I turned to Blake.

"Do you want to stay for Lunch?" I asked. This was the least I could do for him after all he's done for me yesterday.

"No thanks, I wouldn't want to ruin the moment." He turned to Aiden and gave him a cold stare.

"I'll get going now." He said before leaving the door.

"Bye." Aiden said but Blake didn't respond.

When the door shut, Aiden turned to me. "What's his problem this time?"

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So first of all, if you didn't notice, I've changed my username from "Cassiopp31a" to "exquiisitee" recently, thought you all should now.

Only 5 more chapters to go until this book ends. Thankyou for getting this far dear readers. Hope y'all ready to part with our characters soon.

XOXO

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