Episode 08

Fernando's POV

Coming to a decision of traveling over 10hours down here wasn't an easy decision to have made, but when you need something badly you'll go any length even if it means climbing the mountain or swimming the world largest ocean to get it. When Antonio had told me where to find Micaela Alvarado, I kicked against going initially, the distance was from Madrid to Seoul South Korea was way too much. Just because I wanted and information that I wasn't so sure she even had answers to then I will have to travel all the way down to Seoul to find her. For what reason I asked myself a thousand times. Antonio was really pissed at me, he even called me a proud guy just because I find it stupid to accept his advice of taking a trip down to Seoul to find an author who wrote just an ordinary book, sorry I take that back, that book is not an ordinary book, my instinct tells me I have a connection with the writer.

My instinct wouldn't allow me sleep peacefully, so I packed a few things I needed and had my PA book the next available flight to Seoul the next day and that was how I found myself in this country and in this club. When I had got to Seoul two hours ago that was around 8pm, I didn't felt like staying in the hotel room I've made my reservations, I wanted to have a view of the city before I go back to my lodge. So I walked around close by streets to the hotel to avoid getting lost in this city because if I wander off, I bet won't be able to find my way back because I don't know how to speak the Korean language.

It was while I was walking around that I came across a classic club and I stopped to have a look of what the inside looks like. Who knows what their club looks like compared to mine in Madrid? Perhaps they might be one or two things to adopt or maybe they might be nothing at all to adopt. When I got inside, the music was so loud that it was almost deafening to my ears. I hated loud music which is why I don't go clubbing, even when I'm in my hotel club back in Madrid, I always make sure the DJ keeps the volume in check because not everyone in the club likes it noisy but rather moderate.

Anyways, it's how they do theirs here I shouldn't interfere with it but aside that the bar is really cool though. I pushed myself pass the crowd and made my way towards the bar. I can just have a bottle of beer or a glass of whiskey before I leave since I was already here.

"I can't go there and dance, they're many people there, you girls already know how much I hate crowded places" a feminine voice yelled and my head snaps up to the direction it was coming from and I halted.

My gaze fell on three ladies standing a few steps away from me, their grip was firm on the lady in their middle. From the looks of it two of the other ladies were pressuring the lady standing in their middle that was wearing a peach gown to join the dance floor. Only God knows what this girls are planning, maybe they want to set up the middle lady in the middle or perhaps they're bullying her.

"They don't bite Micaela, we're just here to celebrate your success" one of the ladies by her holding her exclaims. Wait, did she just mentioned the name 'Micaela'? "C'mon, stop being boring and live a little" the lady continued and I gave a frown. Did she really mention the name Micaela or am I just being sensitive to that name since she's the reason I'm here in this city?

'Oh Fernando, get your mind off Micaela right now and save this lady from these vultures hands' my subconscious whispered to me and I sigh and said, "She just said she doesn't want to dance in a crowded place, so let her be" my voice sounded deep and cold causing the three ladies to halt instantly. Did I just interfere in a lady's matter? Oh damnit, I was faster than myself this time around. The three of them turnaround to stare at me. My gaze diverted directly at the lady in the middle, my eyes widened in shock when I recognized her face. "I'm sure you must have forgotten what she looked like now, here's a picture of her now so you'll know who you're going to search for" flashback of Antonio's voice echoes in my head and the picture of Micaela he'd showed me looks exactly like the lady in front of me. Could fate had brought me here?

"Who the hell are you to interfere in our business?" the second lady on Micaela's right hand side snapped and I jar out of the surprise in front of me.

"Calm down Sabrina, he's my long time friend" Micaela answered. My gaze diverted to her and we both met gaze. It's her really, she's really Micaela Alvarado.

"Longtime friend?!" The other ladies exclaimed and she nods slightly.

"You never told us you have such a cute handsome dude as a friend" the other lady on her left hand side exclaimed giggling.

"Oh Kim, please not right now" Micaela sighs tiredly and returned her gaze on me.

This is quite unbelievable, I never expected to find Micaela tonight, I was preparing my mind to meet her tomorrow not tonight. Isn't this a miracle? I wouldn't have to wait till tomorrow to get my answers anymore, Micaela is right in front of me just like I wanted, and she's going to give me the answers that I see for. It's quite obvious the heavens wants my happiness. A small smile broke on my lips and Micaela raised a brow at me. I broke eye contact with her and glance at her two friends I suppose. Now I have to discharge them so that I can speak to Micaela alone.

"Hey ladies, I'll love if you two excuse us for a moment, I have something to discuss with your friend. I'll return her to you in a short while".

"What an arrogant jerk! You think you can just come here and discharge us like we're nobody? Who do you think you are, huh?" Sabrina or whatever her name is scolded at me and I snorted.

"Calm down Sabrina, would you?" Micaela asked in a calm tone.

"I think you're being so dramatic, Sabri" the second lady said.

"I agree totally with you on that one, lady in blue. Sabrina is really a drama queen, I bet she knows who I really am" I scoffed and I heard a loud gasps from the same Sabrina, this girl is trouble.

"Oh really? You call me dramatic just because I'm standing up for us? And who the fuck do you think you are?" Sabrina yelled.

"Enough already miss, I don't have all night to act this soap opera with you, so would you please excuse us for a moment?" I said sending her another shocking gasps.

"Fernando be kind with your words please" Micaela's voice sent a warning signal to me and I respected that. "Please girls, can you give us a few minutes and I'll join you girls at the dance floor when I'm done".

"I thought you didn't want to dance?" I intruded and they all send glances at me.

"Would you be the one to tell her what to do?" Sabrina asked coldly.

"Isn't it obvious that you like talking to me, huh?" I deadpanned smirking at her and her cheeks blushed but her eyes glared daggers at me.

"Ferd!" Micaela warns locking gaze with me. Did she say 'Ferd'? No one has shortened my name to that before now or no, I think Antonio has called me that just once since we've been friends. I stared into her eyes searching for nothing but I think I saw something which wasn't really clear to me. I blinked and glanced away.

"Kim, Sabrina, meet Fernando Perez my highschool friend" she introduced.

"More or less your highschool lover?" Sabrina hissed.

I groaned inwardly. Oh ladies, they'll always want to frustrate the hell out of you, their energy is so bad. I can't wait to get answers to my questions and leave this place tomorrow.

"You talk too much Sabri, just let them be. Gosh!" Kim retorts and took Sabrina's hand to hers and dragged her out of our sight.

"I'm sorry, my friends can be crazy at times especially Sabrina".

"It's okay, I'm glad you finally made friends at least" I replied glancing around. It's actually the truth because all through highschool she never had anyone to call a friend and that's why she was bullied.

When I glanced back at her she was frowning and she turnaround and began walking away from me. Why is she leaving all of a sudden without saying anything to me? "Micaela wait!" I called after her and she halted.

"What now, huh? Are you here to humiliate me more? Do you wish to tell the whole world how I was bullied in highschool because I'll gladly grant you the wish and collect the microphone from the DJ and give to you so that you can announce it to everyone here!"

"What are you saying?" I asked confusedly. Why is she talking like this all of a sudden?

"You're asking me what I'm saying? Do not try to play dumb with me Fernando, you already said it and if I give you more opportunity you'll say it all out" she replied angrily.

"Calm down, would you? What happened? Why are you mad at me?".

"What were you implying when you said I finally made friends, tell me? Weren't you trying to make fun of my highschool past?".

"Seriously, Micaela? You think this less of me?".

"I don't think less of you but what you just said got me really pissed. You made me feel like I don't deserve to have friends like everyone".

"I'm sorry if what I said made you feel that way but that wasn't my intention believe me. I was just happy you created a new life for yourself rather than the one in highschool".

Jeez! Women could be so sensitive and dramatic. She stared at me and I knew she was still in doubt. For the love of God this isn't why I'm here, I have important things to think about than her highschool life. "Believe me, I didn't mean to offend you with what I said" I continued if my apologies will sink in so that we can get to the main reason I was here.

"Fine, I've known you to be an honest guy so I think I believe you" she replied and I furrowed my brows at her.

"You've known me to be an honest guy? How must you have known me when you were never even my friend but just a school mate?" I asked. My question threw her dumbfounded and she glanced down to her foots. After a few moments of awkward silence, she glanced up at me.

"There are some things life that are better left unsaid. Come, join me outside let's get some fresh air" she said and flashed a brief smile at me.

Her reply got me inquisitive on what she meant by that. I wanted to ask her what she meant but maybe right now isn't the time.

"Still thinking about it?" her voice intruded my thoughts and I stared up at her.

"Yeah, I mean no. We can go outside if you want. Lead the way, here's your city anyways" I forced a smile and she nods and led the way out of the club. I guess tonight is going to be a long night.