TWENTY ONE

I called Alfred to pick me up at the house, informing him on where I was going. The drive to my dad's company was an hour drive, so I decided to sit back and observe my surroundings as my mind drifted off.

Why was I having these dreams, repeatedly. I try hard to see the face of the boy in my dreams but it is always fruitless. A part of my heart feels like it's been ripped out and there is nothing I can do about it. The boy in my dreams, he feels so familiar and yet so unfamiliar, like I know him but can't pinpoint where.

This is so frustrating!.

I thought of asking my family, but decided against it. I didn't want to worry them. I really need to get in contact with my doctor.

The clearing of my throat brought me out of my thoughts. " We are here ma'am. Alfred voiced out.

" Thanks Alfred.'' I stepped out of the already opened door with Alfred by the side. '' I will let you know when I am about to leave. You can drive round the neighborhood till then.'' I informed him, walking into the company. I passed the employees at the lobby as they greeted me and went into the elevator, pressing the top floor. I stepped out of the elevator when it reached up and towards my brother's office.

I suddenly remembered the times when I came here every day to visit my dad and the fun we had, now that he has resigned, he can focus on his health. There was no one at the front desk, so I decided to enter inside.

" Hey Ric, I heard about you........" I stopped mid sentence when I noticed what was going on in front of me.

The force at which she jumped off him caused her to almost fall but Ric was able to get a hold of her stopping her from an impendible fall.

" Vicky" I said shocked, I was extremely surprised to see my best friend in such a compromising situation with my brother. I watch as she adjusts her clothes with her face painted scarlet red.

" Okay this is not what it looks like or maybe it is. I...." she stuttered out, clearly shocked and felt guilty for being caught.

I stared at her in a way I knew she hated because she knows she can't read my emotions.

" Let me explain Roy, just let me explain." she said in a rushed out tone which caused me to raise an eyebrow at her.

" Really, what exactly do you plan on explaining to Vicky, it's not like I caught you a minute ago making out with my brother." I waved between the two of them and scowled when I saw a smile on my brother's face.

What the hell was he smiling about, cause there was nothing amusing in this situation.

" Okay, you are right. We were making out when you came in." Vicky said, giving out a defeated sigh.

" When did this happen?" I asked, staring at her, it was then that my mind clicked and I remembered something. I let out a gasp. `` is he the mysterious guy, you won't tell me about."

Vicky let out a wary chuckle before responding in a timid voice. " Yes, I'm sorry. I...."I cut her off before she completed her sentence.

" That was two months ago Vicky. Two fucking month and you didn't think to tell me about my brother and you."

" Actually it's more than two month, but we made it official after your wedding." my idiot brother said, his arms wrapped around her waist and she tried to pull away.

" If it was more than two months, what about Derek. " i asked Vicky, confused.

" Well, things with us back then weren't going so well. Ric didn't want to be in a relationship but when he saw me with Derek, I guess he kind of had a wake up call." She explained.

" Still Vicky, why didn't you tell me. I thought we didn't keep secrets from each other, especially one this big and important"

" You had your own issues, marriage and everything and I didn't want to add to it. But above everything, I was scared you will hate me and never want to talk to me.

" why the hell would I hate you or never want to talk to you. Yes, this is big news and something I definitely did not expect. I deserve every right to know that my brother and best friend were screwing each other."  I cringe internally.

I was hurt at the fact that they didn't trust me enough to tell me what was going on." I'm sorry Roy, please forgive me." she asked with her best puppy eyes that i could never say no.

" ugh....i can't stay mad at you for long." I whined, rolling my eyes. Vicky squealed and pulled me in for a bear hug.

" Now that we are done with the drama. What brings you here Roy.?". My brother asked, interrupting our little moment and I had the urge to throw something at him.

" Hello to you too brother. I feel so welcomed."  I said, sarcasm dripped from my voice as I took a seat on the sofa.

" stop being a drama queen."

" quit being mean to your sister." Vicky scolded. They really love each other, it was so clear. Ric couldn't even keep his hands or eyes away from Vicky.

" I'm sorry babe, I won't do it again".  He said, pecking her lips.

" as much as i am happy for you two. I still need more time to get use to seeing you together." i told them truthfully " i came to congratulate you on your promotion."

" Thanks baby sis". " I am going to leave you two alone, talk to you later and Vicky we have a lot to talk about."

She gulped nervously, " sure, i will call you." I walked out the office to the elevator, bringing out my phone to inform Alfred that I was ready to go home.

I stepped out of the company to Alfred waiting for me at the entrance and we drove home. I got home a little later than usual because of a little traffic. When I didn't notice anyone's presence , I decided to make a sandwich for lunch.

I kept on remembering the time Giovanni confessed his feelings for me,  right now there was no denying . I love him, the thought of losing him scares me to death. What if Alexander's mom shows up after getting better and demands to be returned to her rightful place. The thought alone was dreadful. I can't lose any one of them, they are an important part of my life.