Zanaya’s POV
“Are you sure you are okay?” Cali asked for the nth time as I continue my weeping inside the van.
The girls and I are on our way back home and I find it hard to pretend that I am fine after finding out that my wedding ring is currently hanging on that bitch’s neck.
I mean, it wasn’t just any ring. And even if it is just a promise ring, isn’t it right for him to give her a new one? Technically and legally speaking, that ring was mine and I will always be the sole owner of that goddamn ring.
The fact that Seth is no longer mine, I can accept that even though it hurts, but my ring? It feels like I’m being disrespected and it’s not only hurting my ego but my self-esteem as well.
Does he not have any respect left for me?
“Zaya, stop crying,” Tokyo muttered as she continued to rub my back to calm me down.
Our manager looked at them helplessly and no matter how hard I try to stop, I really can’t.
“Hey, Sky!”
My eyes snapped open once I heard Max screaming over her phone.
“Tell your motherfucker of a friend to never show himself ever again or I promise I wring his neck myself. And don’t ever bother me again. I hate you all!” she stated before ending the call and I’m sure Sky didn’t even have the chance to retort back to the bitchiness of the girl in front of me.
“You don’t have to do that,” I told her. It’s not Sky’s fault and I won’t be able to sleep if I ever know that I was the reason why the girls are avoiding the rest of SHADOW.
I’m not dumb. I can sense that something is going on between them. Apart from Tokyo who got Grey’s number from Seth, I don’t have a clue how Max got Sky’s and Cali got Storm’s.
I just hope they don’t end up like me.
Once we reached our dorm, I immediately went inside of my room.
“Zaya, come out after you change. Let’s have a movie night. It’s been so long.” Cali smiled at me.
“I think I’ll have to pass,” I told her and Cali pouted.
As much as I love to have a bonding with them, I need to think of a way on how to tell my family that I wanted to be freed of my marriage with Seth.
Grandpa will be upset but I might die if I continue this.
I grab a towel and head down to the bathroom. A cold shower will be of a great help.
Once I strip off my clothing, I immediately allowed the cold water to wash away my worries, completely clueless about what’s about to happen and what’s currently happening outside my room.
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Seth’s POV
“Max, he-” I was busy tying my shoelaces when I heard Sky answered his phone.
My eyes snapped towards his direction when I heard him groan.
His face looked like someone just stomped on his feet and he pulled away his phone from his ears a little.
Before we even knew it, the call ended and Sky’s mouth was hanging wide open.
The rest of the boys also looking at him.
“Seth…” he muttered, “I don’t think it’s a good idea to go to their place right now,” he stated and my eyes furrowed.
“What do you mean? This can no longer wait. Zanaya wants to break up with me, like forever!” I said in panic and he bite his lips in frustration.
Zaya might end up sending me divorce papers and I can’t let that happen.
“Tell your motherfucker of a friend to never show himself ever again or I promise I wring his neck myself!” Sky animatedly muttered. “That’s Max’s exact words and I want you to know that she doesn’t joke around. That punch she gave me last time hurt like a damn truck,” he added and I heard Grey laughing.
“Then what should I do?” I asked helplessly. I can’t just stay here and wait for something to happen.
I heard Storm sigh.
“The three of us should go with you.” he said as he walks towards my direction, each of his hands on Sky and Grey’s ears.
“Storm!” Grey screamed in pain. “I’m not going. I can’t handle Tokyo. She’s always pestering me!” he said as he tries to pull Storm’s hand away from his ears.
“Don’t even think about it. Max will kill me.” Sky does the same.
“If you two don’t go, I’ll make sure you eat only beans for the whole month.” Raze stated and he grins at me.
“Please, help me. I promise to treat you both to a good meal once this is over.” I pleaded.
The two stopped on their tracks and looked at me.
“Meat?” Grey’s eyes widen.
“Burger King?” Sky
“Chicken!” Demo dance and I laugh at them.
“I will treat you a feast” I stated.
“Oh yes!” Grey made a fist in the air and soon enough. Storm released his grip on the two.
Soon enough, the four of us were standing in front of their dorm.
“Storm, I’m scared.” I clasped my hands together as I look at him.
He flashed his gummy smile at me.
“Zanaya loves you and you know that. We both know that this isn’t just a simple relationship for both of you. You two have more than that. So make sure bot to mess this up. This may be your last chance kid.” he messed up his hair and Grey laughed from behind.
“I knew you were the kid between the two of us.” he snickered and I had to hold back from smacking the hell out of this kid.
I sigh before I lifted my hand and my knuckles made contact with the hard surface.
Soon enough, Cali’s worried face greeted us.
“What are you all doing here? Max will kill you!” she whispered but we all just entered the room.
Nobody is in the living room.
“Who’s that Cali?” Max asked and I had to mentally prepare myself for the curses that I might be getting.
“Is that pizza?” Tokyo cheerfully asked
Soon enough, both the girls were walking towards us and once Max spotted us, she almost lunged herself to my direction to try to kill me.
“You stupid!!!!” she screamed but before she can even reach me, Sky stopped her and pulled her in a hug.
I turned around and saw Storm carrying Cali like a sack of rice while Tokyo was mesmerized by the smiling bunny in front of me.
Thank God I have friends.
I looked around to try to search for Zanaya but I didn’t find her.
Her room. I thought to myself.
I immediately moved towards her room and my cheeks blushed when I saw her back, the problem is, she’s only wearing shorts and her bra as she was just about to pull her shirt down.
I gulped.
“Zanaya…” I muttered and she turned around.
My heart almost shattered on the floor once I realized how red her eyes are.
She looked taken aback at the sight of me but her eyes soften.
“Seth…” she whispered and I rushed to her after she started crying again.
Once her body landed on mine, I feel like I’m about to breakdown.
I miss touching her.
I miss her voice.
I miss the sound of her calling my name.
I miss her cheerful smile.
I miss everything bout her and it kills me.
Nobody can take her away from me. Even after we stop talking…
Even after we stop seeing each other…
She will still be mine and I will still be hers.
Because I love her.
“I love you Zanaya.” I hug her real tight.
Tears started streaming down my face.
“Please don’t leave me. I can’t have you without my life. Please.” I pleaded to her.
“You’re the one who said we’re over,” she said in between cries.
“Because I saw those pictures of you and Charlie together. He was cupping our face while you were smiling. Do you know how much that broke my heart?”
She pulled herself away from me.
“He was cupping my face?” she said a little confused. But then something must have clicked as her eyes widen.
“I slipped! He help me and he was cupping my face because he was trying to check if I was fine. He was passing by and his elbow ended up hitting my cheeks a little.” she explained and I pulled my hair in frustration.
“Fuck,” I muttered.
Why did I even believe Sally?
Zanaya looked at me disappointingly.
“You thought I was cheating on you?” she snarled, no longer crying.
“Is that how you thought of me?” she raised her eyebrows.
Holy Shit.
“You thought I was cheating so you kissed her and gave my wedding ring to her,” she stated and my heart dropped on the floor as I see the pained look her face.
“I did not kiss her. She kissed me!”
But you didn’t pull back and you let her!” she shouted.
“If I hadn’t told you that I wanted to end this, you will forever believe that I cheated on you. Well, who am I anyway? Of course, you would believe her. You knew her longer.” she muttered, slowly walking away from me.
“You don’t trust me..” she whispered.
Cat got my tongue because I knew I was wrong.
“You didn’t even ask me about it and just ended up believing her,” she added and I stepped forward but she signaled me to stop.
“My ring, she’s wearing it.”
“I did not give it to her. I didn’t even know it was on my jacket.” I tried to explain. “We met that day because I told her to ask her company to deny our relationship. I left my jacket on the table while we were eating and she must have taken it. I promise I will get that back!”
She fell on the floor and she covered her face as she cries.
“Zaya..”
I feel such a jerk. How could I do this to her? She had always been understanding even after all the scandals that I’ve been to. How can I not trust her?
You’re so stupid Seth!
After a few minutes, she looks up and stared at me.
“Let’s end this, please. I might die of heartache if we don’t,” she pleaded and I felt the whole world crashing before me.
No.