CHAPTER 29: STUNNING TONIGHT

Three days have passed and Red still hasn't heard from Chelsea. He hired many good private investigators but none of them found his wife. He has called her several times but has not been able to contact her.

While staring at his monitor and deep in thought, someone suddenly knocked on his office. Miss Dein, his secretary. "Any updates?" Red asked.

Ms. Dein just bowed before answering, "They're still looking for her sir... But someone said they saw Ma'am Chelsea around Alabang. I've also sent people to check if that's true."

"It's been three fucking days! I thought those were good investigators? Why can't they find my husband?" Red said with a sigh. He's losing patience with the fact that Chelsea still hasn't been found.

"I'm sorry sir but maybe we can't see it because no one wants to show?" Ms. added That's what Red stopped. "What do you mean?" This is a serious question. "Sir... What if Ma'am Chelsea is the one making a way for us not to find her..."

Red thought deeply about what he said. Ms. Dein also has a point, it could be the reason that he can't find her because she herself doesn't want to be found by him. "Sir, these are the documents you need to sign." There are piles of documents that Ms. Dein placed on Red’s table.

"Thanks. You can go now." Red said briefly.

"Sir... Do you want me to buy you something to eat? It's almost lunch time and I haven't seen you eating yet… not even breakfast…"

"Thanks but I'm not hungry." Red replied. Ms. Dein just nodded before leaving Red's office.

When Ms. Dein got out and his attention was focused on the pile of documents that he needed to read one more time before signing. His head hurt even more when he saw how much it was.

CHELSEA

"Hi! What can I get you?" I asked the next customer with a smile. I took his order and wrote his name on the cup. After he payed and giving his order, it was time for my break. I had an hour to eat lunch, so I immediately got ready and left the shop.

I took my phone and called Angel. Since I've been living in her condo, we've talked about always having lunch together. I've been working here at Starbucks for a few days now and I can say that my progress is going well. Slowly but what is important that there is a small progress in my life.

*Rings*

[Hello, beshy? just wait... I'm going to be a little late because my meeting with my client isn't over yet. Just wait for me at Mcdonalds. I'm really sorry... Don't worry, my treat later...] she said on the other line.

"It’s fine. Take your time. I'll just wait for you. I still have an hour left for lunch..." I laughed and said to her.

[Okay! Okay! Wait for me, okay?] she said before hurriedly hanging up.

I thought of going for a walk and going around the festival mall first, because I'm sure Angel will take a long time. The first thing that came to mind was Watson. I went in and looked for things to buy. I shopped for about ten minutes, and when I finished, I went to the counter to pay. I only bought a few skin care products, and the total didn't exceed five hundred pesos.

I dashed to McDonald's after paying. I should be early because there might be a lot of people later, and it will be hard to find a seat if that happens. When I got inside, I immediately looked for a place to sit. Fortunately, there were four friends who had just finished eating. When they left, I immediately took their place.

I took my phone and asked Angel where she was. After a while, she replied that she was on her way and that she was close. While waiting, I thought of checking my email. Out of so many emails, Redemon's email was the only one that caught my attention. 74 unread emails. I was thinking about whether to open it when suddenly someone touched my back, which immediately surprised me.

"Holy sh*t! Beshy, you just had that coffee at Starbucks. Is that the effect of working at Starbucks? How did you become so easily shocked?" While adjusting the chair in front of me, Angel laughed and said.

I laughed at her nonsense.

She ordered, and when we got the food, we immediately ate.

"How is your work at Starbucks?" she asked me suddenly.

"Hmm... It's okay; it's a bit tiring, but there's no job that isn't tiring, right? How about you? How's your client?"

I just stared at her with a look of wonder on my face, "Beshy, do you know that my client is acting crazy right now? She is the most demanding client I have ever had. I was the one who designed her wedding dress, and I asked her what design she wanted and if it was within her budget so that we could discuss it properly. At first, we had a good conversation, and we agreed on the price, but when I showed her the design, she told me why it was just like that. Why is it so simple? Well, what does she want to be fancy about? It's not in her budget. Terrible! If I really can't control myself, that witch will fly to Mars!" she answered.

"You know... why are you still hiring clients and working? I thought you wanted to stop it when you went to Australia to study." I said this while eating the chicken I ordered.

"Nothing; even if I'm in the Philippines, I can hone my talent, right? Besides, you know that when I earn a lot from my clients, I can help you so that you can continue in Australia." I was stunned by what she said.

Angel is always very kind. So maybe her name is Angel because she is blessed with kindness.

"Yes, by the way, beshy. Maybe you want us to party later. I know you don't have school tomorrow, so can we go?”

“You know I'm saving, right? I still have a lot to pay. Particularly to Redemon... I have to pay him back a lot of money. Maybe if I can't pay, he'll kill me. Geez! I don’t wanna die!"

"Don't worry. It’s my treat! You won't spend anything later, I'll take care of it. Beshy, just come along. Maybe this is the time for us to find hot boys!"

"But-"

"No buts, hep hep. All we're going to do later is enjoy. Got it?" She interjected, so I didn't say a word and just agreed. After we finished eating, I took her to the parking area. After all, my workplace is nearby.

"Later? Don't forget. I'll pick you up later at the condo. What time does your shift end?" she asked.

"My shift ends around 8 pm..."

"That's fine. Alright, I'll pick you up at the condo at 9 p.m., okay? So you should be dressed and ready when I get there. Don't forget to make yourself beautiful. I know we're beautiful, but double it!" She added and got into her car.

"Yes... go ahead and be careful... Just drive slowly," I said,

Nodding and waving as she drove away.

When I saw that she was far away, I immediately checked my phone. Maybe later I will be interested, and I will be late for work. Fortunately, I still had 8 minutes left, so I ran back to Starbucks. When I arrived, my lunch break was about to end. I don't think about the bar that Angel and I will go to later. I focused on work first.

My body is aching. I can barely feel my toes anymore. I've been standing on full duty for a while now. I simply stretched and looked at the clock. My shift is almost over. It's good and I can rest now. Ah—right! Angel ask for me to come with her later.

Mhmm, can I just make excuses and not come? In the case of being so stubborn, she will definitely do it and find a way to force me.

We started cleaning the shop and when my shift ended, I immediately said goodbye to our manager that I would go first because I had to go somewhere else. After leaving the store, I went to the jeep. I looked at the very long queue and it looked like I had to wait for the jeep. I approached the man who sells candy and asked him a question. "Sir, how long until the next jeep arrives?"

"You will have to wait for more than an hour before it arrives because it just left earlier. Why are you going to ride? If you ride, you will have to wait two more hours because it looks like you will not reach the cut off of passengers who can fit in the next jeep..." It said to me.

It will take a long time if I wait here. I thanked the man and left. I'll go ahead of those riding there opposite starmall. There are buses passing by there but you need to move fast because it is moving while taking passengers and it is not allowed to stop at that part.

I know it's dangerous but I have no choice. I put my hair back and put my bag in front of me. It's hard and I might get hurt. When the bus arrived, I quickly crowded into the crowd and luckily the conductor helped me get on. It was still open so I found a place to sit. After paying and buying a ticket, I texted Angel that I was going home.

The flight was fast and I arrived at Angel's condo. After I arrived, I immediately charged my phone. I just rested a little and went straight to the bathroom to take a shower. After finishing, I looked for a dress to wear and the one I chose was a black fitted dress. I dried my hair and ironed it. When it was over, I let it hang loose because I didn't have time to think of a style for my hair. I also applied a little make up and a red lipstick. I sprayed perfume and stood up to look at my phone and check if Angel had sent a message. As expected, she’s late.

I went to the bedroom to get my suitcase and take out my small bag to take to the bar. I brought lipstick, wallet, and my phone. After a while I heard the door open.

"Beshy! Where are you?” She asks.

I went outside and her eyes widened as she saw me. “Omg! You're so pretty. Red Chandler Buenavista will really regret leaving you behind. Oh, right. Let's go?!"