�The Devil's�
�Sweetheart�
[ �I HATE BOYS!� ]

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�Prologue�

�Written By�
�Author Nuella.

Who is a male? �
Who is a man? �
Who is a boy?�

• They are the other gender who are known for their masculinity and production of sperms and chromosomes.

• But do you also know that 90% of them are players, backstabbers, cheats and don't love you because of your looks or characters? They only love or should I term it 'lust' after the sweetness and pleasure a lady has between her thighs.

Apart from that, they only speak four languages which are;

��Lies �

��Deciet �

��Rubbish �

��Bullshit �

And that's why I HATE BOYS!

• I wasn't born with the mentality of hating boys, not at all! I loved boys and all male humans I had come in contact with who had a good heart. But one male in particular stood out, and that was my then boyfriend Aaron.

• Aaron had everything a girl would want in a boy. He had gorgeous hair and perfect skin. Not to mention his dreamy blue eyes one could get lost in or his handsome face and smiles that could bright up the darkest hearts. His appropriate and decent attitude was his sell point! You can never have a bad day with him around.

• I was so lucky to be his girlfriend because not only was he handsome and morally upright but he was also rich and influential at such a young age.

• We loved each other to the fullest...or so I thought.
Everything was going smoothly until one day, on our 150th date, (which was supposed to be a happy day for me because our total number of dates had just clocked a round number) It became the worst day of my life because that was the day I confirmed painfully and tearfully that all that glitters is definitely not gold!

• I got tired of waiting for him to come pick me up for the date, so I decided to go to his house and check whether he was there. Lo and behold, what befell my very eyes the moment I walked into that two faced motherf*cker house was him on the couch having a fiery romance with a half-naked slut.

• That was the worst day of my life! I ran out of his house and that same way I ran out of his black ,deceitful heart!

• After that day, I called Aaron countless of times, I texted him day and night asking him why he broke me so bad by cheating on me. But up till date, he never replied and never even apologized.

• Since that very moment nearly five years ago, I saw every male as one who speaks lies and preys on every being in a skirt. I hated them from that day onward and I swore that I'll never have any relationship with them ever again and so it has been till date.

�Synopsis�

• Crystal DeMarquez, a sweet and kind hearted nineteen year old girl had everything any girl of her age would dream of. Loving parents, lovable siblings, all her wants and needs satisfied and a perfect boyfriend!

What more could she ask for!?!

• Crystal was living the life of her dreams until one day, her perfect boyfriend ruined her by cheating on her. Since that day, Crystal has sworn not to have any business with boys. Two years later, their house was demolished...with her parents and two siblings inside. The four of them died due to this cruel act of a construction company who claimed not to know that the in occupants of the apartment were inside the house at that moment.

• Crystal didn't have enough money to sue the company and she just had to let it go. Officially an orphan left with her sister who could barely survive in society alone, Candice picked up a job in a nearby restaurant as a waitress and life has been quite ever since....

• Suddenly, Her only surviving sister becomes ill and currently needs to undergo a surgery and she has no other means to get enough money to get her treated except turning to Miguel Nicholas.

• Miguel Nicholas is a big billionaire and a business mogul. The city adores and worships him, especially the ladies who'll do anything to have a one night stand with him or be his baby mama! He's a big time player and is the type who uses and dumps girls....the type who Crystal fears.

• He has tried his best have Crystal in his bed but it's to no avail because she hates boys and she isn't a cheap commodity like some girls.

• Miguel soon discovers Crystal's weak point which is her dying sister and offers to help if she has a one night stand with him.

Will Crystal agree??
What about her hate for boys? Will it help her make the right decision?
Will she choose between her sister's life and her sworn enmity with all males?
Will she find love at the end?
Is there gonna be some untold secrets between Miguel and Crystal?
Find out in this hate-love, suspense filled and romantic story!

�The Devil's�
�Sweetheart�
[ �I HATE BOYS!� ]

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�Chapter ONE�
[ The Beginnings ]

�Written By�
�Author Nuella.

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Crystal's POV:
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• Finally! It's 6:00pm and that means my shift at this dumb excuse for a restaurant is over. I served the last batch of hamburgers to the cute couple by the counter and officially, I'm done for the day. Loosening the knot of my apron, I went to the break-room to change and get out of this stink-hole.

" Going early today?" Kylie, my annoying co-worker asked as she wore her boots.

" I always go early." I muttered sarcastically to serve as an insult to her dumb brain.

" You know? It's high time you start being nice to me. We're co-workers and we're meant to be friends." Kylie stated peevishly and I scoffed.

" Friends? Me and You? Kylie not even in your wildest dreams." I said chortling while Kylie rolled her eyes.

" Just stay away from me and my stuff and then we can make this job bearable for the both of us." I warned sternly then picked up my clothes and went to the back to change.

• I'm all in a bag of chips if you get to know me and be on my good side. I'm usually not harsh, but Kylie is a pain in the a** and being around her changes my personality completely. Thank Neptune my shift is over and I can get away from Kylie and this stupid restaurant.

Ugh! My life sucks�

• I changed into my clothes and put my uniform into my bag then hung my apron on the holder. I picked up my bag and went out of the break room and behold, I saw Jezebel clothed in a black coloured long-sleeve top that was transparent showing her two bosoms but her n*pples were covered with two diamond black studs. Accompanied with a black leather mini skirt and black boots, you could term her a live p*rn movie!

" Kylie! what are you wearing." I asked flabbergasted by her seducing outfit. She paused combing her hair and looked at me.

" And since when did I have to answer to you for my dressings." She replied sassily and I rolled my eyes then sighed.

" May God forgive Jezebels like you." I said just before picking up my coat that lied beside her and I left.

What has this world turned into����

• Away from that eyesore Kylie wore and that hell of a restaurant, I walked to the junction at the end of the street to get a cab. It was pretty chilly outside, so I wore my coat and placed the hoodie on my head.

" Taxi! Taxi! Taxi!" I called out in a bid to flag down one of the numerous taxis that blew past me blaring their ear deafening horns. But not even one stopped to know where I was going and time was not on my side.

Finally, one of the Taxis slowed down and stopped right in front of me.

" City Crown Hospital." I stated my intended destination and the taxi driver nodded depicting he knew the place.

" How much is the fare?"

" Ten dollars." He replied and I arched my brows in surprise.

" I'll pay seven dollars, it's not that far." I negotiated with the driver.

" If it's not that far, then why don't you walk the distance?" The driver said rudely, started his ignition and drove off.

• I watched him drive away until he pulled over a small distance away from the junction and stuck his hand outside the window beckoning on someone to come over. I assumed it was me he was referring to. So as quickly as I could, I ran to where the taxi was parked.

" I'll take eight dollars." He said and I nodded.

" Eight dollars is fair." I replied and entered into the taxi and off we went to the hospital.

• The taxi pulled over in front of the hospital and I alighted, paid him his fare then went into the hospital.

" Hello sweetheart." I heard a familiar husky voice say and I turned back only to see Miguel smirking at me looking all handsome.

" How many times do I have to tell you that I'm not your sweetheart!" I said as I walked to Miguel menacingly.

" You look so cute when you're angry." He said grinning as he touched my cheeks.

" Don't you ever touch me!" I half-yelled pointing at him.

" Touch you? You mean like this?" He said and grabbed my waist. Everyone in the waiting room just watched us like we were some telenovela.

" Get your hands of me!" I yelled at him and stepped on his foot hard and went my way.

" Agh!" He screamed in pain.

" I must have you Crystal." I heard him mutter clutching to his foot just before I left the waiting room.

" Curse you Miguel!" I said beneath my breath as I went towards Angelica's ward.

" Oh? Crystal? You're here already." Nurse Paula said to me as I entered the ward.

" Yes, evening Paula." I greeted her with a smile.

" Evening Crystal, the doctor said you should come see him concerning Angelica." Nurse Paula announced and I was a bit worried. What has happened now?

" Okay Paula. I'll see you later." I said and waved 'bye' to her then walked to Doctor Gareth the Paediatrician's office.

• I walked briskly to Doctor Gareth's office at the end of corridor. Walking there, my head spinned around with thoughts flying here and there on why the doctor wants to see me about Angelica. With fears and worries abounding in my heart, I nervously opened the door and went in.

" Crystal! Glad you're here. Please take a seat." The doctor said as I came in and pointed to one of the visitors chairs in front of his table. With a faint smile, I sat on the chair removing my purse from my arm and placing it on my laps.

" Good evening doctor. Uh, Nurse Paula said you wanted to see me." I said and he removed his glasses.

" Well Crystal, as you must know, it's about your sister's health. What about the money for the surgery?" The doctor inquired and I was speechless.

" Doctor, I don't have any money. But you said that surgery can be delayed for up to six months." I said hesitatingly with fears gripping my heart.

" Yes, Indeed I did say that. I went to check up on Angelica this evening and there's a new development." The doctor said with disappointment in his tone of speech.

" What happened doctor?" I asked solicitously as I rose up from my seat.

" If the surgery is not done within now and the next week, we may loose her." The doctor announced and it felt like my world had just crumbled on hearing what the doctor said. What will become of me without my dear little sister?

" Doctor! You can't let that happen. I can't bear to loose Angelica!" I lamented as the tears expressing my sadness and fears rolled down my eyes.

" It's up to you Crystal, the sooner you pay the bills, the sooner we start the treatment." The doctor said and wore his glasses back then picked up some files.

" You'll have to leave now. I have a patient to attend too." He added as he stood up and went out of his office.

• Enclosed in my own cloud of despair and grief, I walked out of the doctor's office and sat down on a chair few feet away from his office. Angelica fell sick a few months ago and I thought it was just a minor fever and didn't pay much attention to it. Her health started deteriorating right before my very eyes. Something had to be done! I took her to the hospital two weeks ago and she was diagnosed of a killer child disease. Every morning before I go work, I'll visit her in the hospital and when I close I'll spend time with her before going home and life has been such ever since...until now.

• Angelica, the only pillar that still holds my life together in one piece. The only priced possession I still have is about to die? I can't let that happen, she can't die! If she dies, I'll die with her.

• How in God's name am I gonna get a whooping sum of two hundred and fifty thousand dollars in less than seven days? Dear Lord, is this how I'll end up? Loosing my whole family in a space of just two years?

Is this how my life is going to be?

" How did I get myself into this mess!" I cried out amidst my tears and buried my face into my palms and sulked.

" I can get you out of the mess." I heard that same husky voice say and I stopped crying, raised my head up and saw Miguel with a smirk plastered on his face.

" Miguel, I'm not in the mood for jokes now okay?" I rebuked him cleaning my tears.

" Well, Miguel is no joker. I mean all my words." He said and came over to sit beside me.

" What's making my sweetheart cry huh?" Miguel asked concerned and cleaned off a drop of my tear.

" Take..Your...Hands...Off..Me." I said harshly saying my words individually and he removed his hand from my face.

Should I tell him?
Of What help is he gonna be to me?
All he's gonna do is laugh at me and try to lure me into his bed like he always does.
Typical Miguel�
Boys disgust me�

" Common Sweetheart, tell me what's happening." He further inquired and something in me kept pushing me to tell him what happened.

" Fine! If you insist, I'll tell you. But after I do, I need you to get out of my hair and leave me alone." I forewarned him and he smiled in reply.

" Well, my little sister has been sick for a long time now and the doctor just told me that she has less than a week to live if she doesn't undergo a surgery." I explained to Miguel who keenly listened.

" So why hasn't she undergone the surgery?" Miguel asked and I turned and looked him in the eye.

" I don't have money to pay for the surgery."

" How much is it?"

" Two hundred and fifty thousand dollars." I replied and Miguel shook his head and laughed.

I knew it!
I knew that he was gonna laugh at me and my condition.
Such a demon! I hate him�

" Here." I heard Miguel say and I looked at him. In his hand was a check leaflet with my name on it and he stretched it to me.

" Take, this is three hundred thousand dollars. Use it for her treatment and any other medical bills." Miguel said and my eyes nearly bulged out of it's sockets and my mouth widened in shock.

" Seriously? You'll help me?" I asked stammering and Miguel nodded in affirmation. With shaky hands, I collected the check from him and looked at it, to confirm what my ears heard.

Three Hundred Thousand U.S Dollars was boldly written on the body of the check. With my full name also written.

" I can't believe I'm saying this but, Thanks Miguel." I thanked him and he smiled then got up from his chair.

" Don't smile too soon sweetheart, I haven't signed the check yet." He said smirking and I checked the signature space and it was blank.

" Then sign it!" I said to him and he shook his head.

" Not until you meet your own part of the bargain." He stated.

" What bargain?" I asked a bit scared because I know Miguel, he may ask me for the most bizarre thing.

" I want you on my bed for the night."

" WHAT!?"
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�The Devil's�
�Sweetheart�
[ �I HATE BOYS!� ]

✝Rated ��

�Chapter TWO�
[ I Agree� ]

�Written By�
�Author Nuella.

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Crystal's POV:
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" I knew I made a mistake for telling you what was going on. You can't even help without expecting something in return?" I thundered and threw the stupid check at him then picked up my bag and left the ward as quickly as I could.

" Come on Crystal! You're poor, broke, penniless! You have no other option." Miguel said as he trailed after me.

" Leave me alone you pervert!" I fired back at him as I exited the main hospital building.

" Do this Crystal. It's just one night and your sister will be treated. Do this for her." Miguel said as I finally paused near a pillar outside the building.

He is making sense...sort off.
I have no money, I'm just a poor waitress who earns two hundred dollars a month.
Where am I gonna find that huge amount of money in a weeks time?
Who do I know?
I have no one...no one expect from this pervert.

• How I wish I had never met him. Maybe God could've brought another way for me to raise money for Angelica.
Well, as destiny planned it, five days ago when I closed from work on a early Thursday morning. I was working the Night Shift that previous day which was from 6pm to 2am the next morning.

�Flashback:�
Five Days Ago,

• After washing the dishes and tidying up the kitchen, I went to the break room to get changed and head home. After changing, I locked up the restaurant and went to the junction to get a taxi to take me home.

• It was exactly 2:35am and for the past twenty minutes I've been standing here, not one single taxi had passed.
What was I thinking?
It's 2:35am and every average person is asleep by now.
Maybe I should just walk home.

• Few steps into the journey of walking home, a Benz C300 honked it's horn at me and I paused, looked back and saw the car at a halt few feet away from where I stood. The driver was still honking it's horn signalling me to come over and I went there.

• Approaching there, the front seat passenger's window glass was down and a young, handsome guy's head peered through.

" Evening." I greeted and he nodded and smiled.

" What's the price for five hours?" He asked me with a smirk and I was confused.

" Huh? I don't understand." I replied puzzled.

" Okay, how about I give you two thousand dollars? Is that okay?" He added and that was when it dawned on me that he thought I was a pr*st*tute.

Curse my manager for making me work this shift!

" Oh no, I'm not a call girl. I just closed from work and I'm off home." I explained to him and he smiled.

" Well then sweetheart, why don't I drop you home and then we can know ourselves better." The man said with a devilish smirk and all I could see in his eyes were: ' I want to f*ck you!'

" No. I don't accept lifts from strangers!" I sternly said and walked away from his car.

• I thought that was the end of the whole drama, I didn't know it was just the beginning. Later that same day when I went to visit Angelica in the hospital, I met Miguel there. Turns out his brother was also admitted in the hospital. Anytime I come visit my sister, he'd always stalk and disturb me and also force me to accept to warm his bed for a night!

Can't he understand that I can't stand boys? Especially him! I despise him.

That's how the past few days has been...until now.

�Flashback Ends:�
Present Time.

" I'll never give you my body. So keep your f*cking money to damn yourself!" I yelled and flipped my hair in his face then strutted out of the hospital's compound and took a cab home.

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Miguel's POV:
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Who does she think she is?
No one dares refuse Miguel Nicholas.
I have any girl I want and Crystal...you are no different.

• I'll bet a billion dollars that she'll come back begging on her knees, because she loves her sister dearly. She's here everyday just to see her and I know she won't want to loose her.
She is a pauper, she doesn't have any other place to get the money from except me. That's why I slipped my phone number into her purse, I'm expecting her call anytime soon.

• I dabbed my sweaty face with my handkerchief then put on my dark shades, to protect my eyes, even though it's dark and also, to prevent people from knowing I'm around. Especially the ladies, they drool over me��.
With my hands in my pocket, I went into my car and Leo my personal driver drove me back home...a place I love to call Castle Dé Miguel.

• Do you know why I call it that? It's because it's so magnificent, beautiful, big and richly ornamented. My brother, my sister and I live in this house along with the numerous maids, butlers and servants I happen to have.

• I'm Miguel Nicholas as you must know by now. I'm New York's sweetheart and a good looking one at that� I have two oil companies and a bottling company and they flood in loads of money into my big fat bank account. But what will I use the money for? A young man of 27 years who already has all he wants and dreams of, what else will I use my money for�

Women!

• You see where there's money, that's where you see 'dem girls'. They love to flock around me and throw themselves cheaply at me. But I don't keep the girls, after being with them once or twice, I ditch them and get a new one.
That's Miguel for you�
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• I alighted from my car and went into my mansion. I saw my sister and a hot chick sitting in the living room laughing and giggling like all girls do.

" Hey Miguel. You're back." My sister said on sighting me and she came to hug me.

" Sup lil sis. How you doing?" I asked as we embraced.

" I'm alright. How's Daniel doing? Is he getting better?" She asked as we disengaged.

" Well, hopefully he is." I answered and removed my shades then took a look at my sister's friend.

" Dang! She's hot." I thought as I scanned her with my daring eyes.

" Chelsea, Who's your friend?" I asked grinning as her friend who looks like she's already smothered by me gave me sultry looks.

" Oh? This is my good friend Kylie. Kylie meet Miguel my eldest brother and Miguel meet my friend Kylie." Chelsea introduced us and I extended my hand to Kylie and she shook it.

" Who doesn't know your brother? Miguel Nicholas! The heartthrob of New York!" Kylie said enthusiastically as she released my hand.

" That's my brother." Chelsea added and I smiled.

" I must have this one." I concluded mentally admiring Kylie.

" Why don't I get you guys a drink?" Chelsea said and went to the kitchen. This is my chance to woo this chica.

" Hi," I said as I sat next to her and she smiled.

" Hey handsome." She replied with a smirk.

" I really like you." I said and she blushed sheepishly.

" Thanks."

" So how about you, me....a bed?" I said in a low tone as I caressed her exposed thighs.

" Mr. Miguel Nicholas are you asking me to sleep with you?" Kylie asked sternly with furrowed brows.

" Well..uh...." I was speechless. I didn't know what to say. Seems like she's not my type.

" Tomorrow night 10pm." She said leaving me speechless and she licked her lips.

" Oh..okay. See you tomorrow baby." I replied happily and she pecked my cheek.

" Tell your sister I had something important to attend to. Good bye." She announced and she left the house.

What!?
There I was thinking I had just been turned down and BOOM she fixes the appointment by herself!

" Miguel, you are one of a kind!" I complimented myself feeling proud of what just happened.

" Oh? Where's Kylie?" Chelsea asked as she came back with two glasses of juice in a tray.

" She said she has something important to do so she left." I told her and she dropped the tray and sat beside me.

" Then we have the drinks to ourselves don't we?" Chelsea said and picked up a glass and I picked the other one.

" Cheers!" She said and we clinked our glasses.

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Crystal's POV:
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• I feel so dumb! Why did I even tell him about my problems now he's using it as bait so I'll be in his bed. What a man!

" Crystal's life is officially over!" I said and laid on my bed about to sob.

" Huh? What do you mean?" Lolita my roommate asked as she came out of the bathroom.

" Well it's Angelica, the doctor said if I don't raise money for her surgery in a week, she's gonna die. You know I can't survive without her." I explained to Lolita as she dressed up.

" I can lend you some money." She said and I chuckled.

" It's two hundred and fifty dollars Lolly. " I said and her eyes nearly bulged out.

" What!? I'm not
" Where are you gonna get that amount of money from?" Lolita asked and I began sobbing loosing all hope.

" I don't know. You know that pervert Miguel? He said he's gonna give me some money.....if I sleep with him."

" WHAT!?! I don't have that amount of money. I'm not Alice Walton" Lolita yelled.

" Who's Alice?" I asked.

" The richest woman in America!" Lolita replied but who cares? Definitely not me.

" You have to do it. There's no other way for you to raise the money except you do what he wants!" Lolita advised but I didn't feel good about it.

" But Lolita..." It tried protesting but she cut me short.

" No buts. Do this for Angelica. She'll forever adore you." Lolita said and I remembered all the good days Angelica and I spent together and more tears flowed. I can't loose her. If it means giving up my dignity for her, I will.

" I'll do it. But where am I gonna see him? It has to be till tomorrow when he comes to the hospital." I said and Lolita nodded and pat me on the back.

" You have to see him. Do it for your sister." Lolita encouraged and I smiled.

" Where's the keychain I asked you to get for me?" She asked and I reached for my bag and began searching for her keychain.

" I didn't see it." I said still searching.

" Pour everything out and look for it." She said and I poured the content of my bag unto the bed and searched for her keychain. I was still searching for it when I came across a small piece of paper. I picked it up and examined it.

" What's that?" Lolita asked as I looked at it.

" It's Miguel's number." I replied and she smiled.

" Well call him and tell him you've agreed to his conditions." Lolita said and with shaky hands, I imputed his digits into my phone and hit the dial button.

It rang for a while and then, that husky voice answered.

� H-Hello" I stuttered when he answered the call.

� Miguel Nicholas on the line. How may I help?

� It's me." I said in a low tone.

� It's you? I'm a rich, busy and handsome man. I have a lot of "me(s)" in my life so state exactly who you are." He said rudely and I rolled my eyes.

� It's Crystal.

� Uh? my sweetheart. Why are you calling?

� I agree to your proposal.

� WHAT!?
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�The Devil's�
�Sweetheart�
[ �I HATE BOYS!� ]

✝Rated ��

�Chapter THREE�
[ Surprise Visits ]

�Written By�
�Author Nuella.

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Miguel's POV:
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� Uh? You don't say. Look who came back begging for help!" I said with a sly smile.

� Stop behaving like a jerk, let's just get this deal over with!

� Alright, meet me tomorrow at 10pm. I'll text you my address.

� Yeah, okay." She said hastily and hung up.

" Miguel gets all he wants!" I said triumphantly as I tossed my phone to my bed.

• Still in a happy mood, I went to the bathroom and had a bubble bath. Afterwards, I went downstairs and watched a movie grinning all through thinking about Crystal in my bed. The movie was over and it was bed time, I have a meeting with my father and his dumb company tomorrow and I need to be up early.

• I went upstairs to my room, switched off the lights and laid down on my bed. While I was waiting for nature to take it's course so I can sleep, I imagined all the killer styles I'm gonna have with Crystal. Lost in my fantasy imaginations, I didn't know when I slept off.
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" Rise and shine!" I heard Chelsea say and my eyes fluttered open and I yawned stretching my arms wide.

" Good Morning sis." I greeted her grunting after my stretch.

" Morning bro. You might wanna brush your teeth and shower." She replied and got off my bed.

" Why?"

" First of all, your morning breath stinks and secondly, you have that big meeting with dad's company!" She said sassily and I scoffed unenthusiastically.

" Why'd you scoff?" She asked as she came back and sat on my bed.

" I'm not interested in taking dad's company! I'm happy with my own companies and I don't need dad's." I replied a bit frustrated and she chuckled.

" Suit yourself. Anyways, if you're going for the meeting you'd better get ready fast because dad hates tardiness." Chelsea said and she left my room.

" Stupid meeting." I cursed and got off bed then went to the bathroom to freshen up.

• Wanna know why I'm not so enthusiastic about the meeting? Well sorry to be disrespectful but, my dad is kind of a jerk�
Six years ago when I was about entering the university, my dad pestered me to study medicine and become a medical doctor for whatever selfish reasons he had in mind.

• I openly declined because I wanted to study Business Administration but dad saw no sense in it. He threatened to keep me at home and not further my education if I don't agree to study medicine. He also threatened to disown me and blah, blah, blah.

• I had no passion whatsoever for medicine and my dad was an obstacle to my dream career. My mum was also in support, my siblings had no say in this matter so their opinion wasn't needed, although they were on my side. I took a drastic decision.

• Being the son of a rich billionaire, my life savings were enough to sponsor me to study medicine at an average university for six years. I packed my bags and took off, fleeing to Asia.
I completed my education in a university in Asia early this year and I flew back into the country.

• My father was informed of my arrival and he called for me. I went to see the man who didn't have faith in my career. He apologized for trying to force me into a decision and he offered me a huge, mega, large sum of money to start up my own business. Our father-son bond was...should I say restored?

• Well here I am today, the owner of three mega business empires and a successful billionaire that serves as a mock to those who didn't have faith in me, including my dad and mother.

Now, He's inviting me for a meeting.
Heck!

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Crystal's POV:
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• The fright of sleeping with Miguel tonight was all I thought off. The scare of loosing Angelica if I don't meet with Miguel enveloped me. The voice inside my head that kept whispering "Something will go wrong" continuously refused to stop.

I'm in a tough Dilemma�

" Boo!" Kylie screamed and I shouted out of shock because I was taken unaware.

" What? What? What?" I yelled at her and all she did was just laugh.

" Tell me, what are you thinking about?" She asked standing akimbo and tapping her feet on the floor repeatedly and her inquisitive face begging for answers.

" I wasn't thinking of anything." I replied quickly and faced my work; cleaning the tables.

" You've been cleaning the same spot for about fifteen minutes now and those burgers ain't gonna serve themselves." Kylie said and that was when I realised that I've been cleaning the same table ever since.

" Whatever." I grumbled and picked up the rag then went into the kitchen.

" Whenever someone is lost in thoughts, it's either the person is heartbroken or she's in love." Kylie said entering into the kitchen.

She got something right...I'm heartbroken.
But not the sort of 'heartbroken' she's talking about.

And I'm not stupid enough to tell blabber mouth Kylie about my personal problems. She's gonna make fun of me and I'll never 'unhear' it from her.

" Just get out of my hair okay?" I replied sternly as I prepared the customer's order.

" Someone woke up on the wrong side of the bed today huh?" Kylie said sassily and I rolled my eyes.

" STAY OUT OF MY BUSINESS." I said to her on my way out of the kitchen stressing my words loudly in her face.

• This b*tch is so nosy! She can't stop being inquisitive about things, especially the ones that don't have any business with her. She keeps meddling in my business and she alone contributes 70% to why I hate working here.
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• Few hours went by and it was the end of my shift. The usual closing procedure which was clean the counters, get changed and insult Kylie's dumb brain a bit was completed and it was time to go home.
My phone beeped and I checked. It was a message from Miguel, probably the address of where he wants us to meet.

• Before going home, I went to the hospital to check on Angelica as usual. The doctor urged me to pay up the bills fast. He also said that Angelica's life is going down the drain and I assured him that I'll be back with the money soon.
Shattered in my world full or problems and tears, I took a cab home.

" Look who's back?" Lolita said on hearing my footsteps and came to hug me.

" Hey." I greeted as we hugged.

" Hi, you don't look so good." She said as we disengaged from the hug.

" Yeah." I simply replied and went into the room and laid on the bed.

" Still bummed huh?" Lolita said as she came into the room.

" I'm about to loose my virginity.....because of Angelica." I said palely and emotionless. She sighed and laid next to me.

" You can't back out now. Everything has a price in life. If your virginity is gonna be the price for Angelica's life....then pay it." Lolita said and I looked her in the eye.

" But after the long run....do you think it'll be worth it?" I asked and she was puzzled. It was though I spoke in parables.

" It's already seven pm. Rest for like an hour and get ready to meet Miguel. I'll get your food." Lolita said and I nodded. She left the room and I covered myself with the duvet and sobbed softly.

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• I'm starting to feel for my dear friend. She has gone through a lot and is still going through a lot. Poor girl, I pity for her. Now she has to give up her virginity for Angelica's life.
The virginity of a woman which is her pride and now, Crystal has to up hers for Angelica's sake and worst of all, she's giving it to Miguel.

I pray this all works out in her favour.

" Lolita." I heard Crystal call out to me softly and I turned back to see her dressed in an outfit I never knew she had.

" Crystal, you look....different." I said referring to her outfit. She looked at it and then faced me shyly.

" I'm off to meet Miguel now. Don't wait up for me." She added then turned around and went out of the house leaving me dumbfounded.

Crystal of all people was dressed in a cleavage revealing red mini gown.
Crystal hates these kind of dresses and equally and automatically hates girls who wear them.

Not only is she gonna loose her virginity, she is going against her word of never dressing 'Jezebelic'

Sigh!

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" I can't do this!" I said and went into a nearby bush to change my outfit.

Nudity is bad and Crystal DeMarquez in no way supports Nudity��
I'm never gonna be a party to that sh*t and Miguel isn't gonna change that.
He only said he wanna sleeps with me, he didn't say he wants to watch live p*rn.

• I brought out my emergency blue gown I always keep in my bag in case of emergencies like spilled drinks, food or even the worst, CODE RED.
I removed the cleavage bearing dress and put on the blue gown which in no way exposed my vital body parts.

Satisfied with my new look, I threw the other stupid dress away and got out of the bush then set out to Miguel's home.
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• Arriving at Miguel's place, I decided to call him and inform him of my arrival.

� I'm at your front porch." I said immediately he picked up the call. Not wanting to hear his reply, I hung up immediately.

• Few minutes later, a primly dressed maid came out of the mansion and introduced herself as Miguel's personal maid.

He must've probably slept with this one�

• Both of us went into his house and then to the first floor and we stopped in front of a room door.

" This is his room." She said, took a bow then left.

• I gulped and nervously knocked on his door.

" Come in." I heard his husky voice say and I swallowed, then went in.

• His room was ��! His room was the size of our whole house. It was marvelous, elegant and....I'm so speechless ��

" When you're done admiring my house, come sit beside me." Miguel said and I was snapped out of my thoughts.

" Over here sweetheart. Come look s*xy beside me." Miguel said as he tapped on his bed and smirked. I was nervous, shy and anxious. I sat down beside him.

" Don't be shy." He said and pecked my cheeks then I felt his hands on my thighs and it was eew��

" Take your hands off me." I said with tears in my eyes and he chuckled.

" You're playing with your sister's life by saying that." He replied and he stroked my hair.

" I told you that I'll have you in my bed. You were proving to be a holy virgin but now you're gonna be my b*tch for the damn night." He added laughing while I cried.

" Stop being a jerk and let's get this over with." I managed to say courageously amidst my tears.

" She still talks?" Miguel said and chuckled. He leaned in closer and kissed my lips and that instant, he received a responding slap.

" WHAT!?!" He yelled clutching his left cheek.

It's a habit�
I can't stand men, I hate them.
He trying to kiss me trigged the inner rage in me and I slapped him.
Swears! It wasn't intentional. It's just the way I am.

And something tells me, my actions will trigger something bad���

" You sl*tty b*tch! How dare you slap me!?" He thundered clutching his left cheek.

" I'm sorry...It..It wasn't intentional." I tried protesting but it seems like he isn't in the mood for explanations. I just feel like I've triggered the devil in him.

• Terrified of what next may happen, I made a run for it. I picked up my purse and ran to the door. But Miguel was faster, he reached the door before me and blocked the exit.

" Miguel...Miguel...please." I begged as he spread his arms wide covering the door. He started moving forward looking at me with those devilish eyes of his and I started moving backwards terrified until I reached the end of the room.

" You have no where to run to do you?" He said to me as I motioned and mouthed pleads to soften him but he was not interested.

• Shivering in fear, I covered my face with my palms expecting the worst to happen. After like thirty seconds of covering my face, Miguel had not touched me yet. I removed my palms from my face and saw him looking at me fiercely. Suddenly, his expression changed to a more...sobber one.

" I'm sorry." He said softly and sat beside me. Still terrified, I shifted away from him to the end of the bed.

" Forgive me. I lost control." He added and I was shocked. He's apologizing?

" Okay." I managed to say. He stood up from the bed and went to his drawer. He opened it and brought out a check leaflet. He came back and sat on the bed then extended the check to me.

" Take it." He said and I was puzzled.

" Huh? But..But..But you haven't.." I stuttered and he chuckled then placed his index finger on my lips.

" Shush." He said with his finger on my lips.

" Take it. I won't sleep with you."

" What!?!"

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• There I stood, dressed in a killer outfit standing right in front of the entrance to Miguel's house. I still can't believe I'm gonna be spending the night with the Miguel Nicholas! Every girl's sweetheart...well every girl except Crystal.

I don't just get why she's not into dudes?
Even if you dislike men, you shouldn't dislike Miguel because not only is he a man but a god!

And tonight, I'm gonna taste that god�

• I knocked on the door and one of their numerous maids opened it.

" Hi, I'm here to see Miguel." I said as she opened the door.

" He's upstairs in his room." She replied as I came in.

" Where is his room?"

" Upstairs, third door to your left." She stated and I smiled then went upstairs.

• Following the maid's description, I got to Miguel's room. I was about to knock but what the heck?
I wanna take him by surprise!
Besides, I'm about to be his future girlfriend.

I opened the door and my eyes met with a great shock. I saw Crystal sitting with Miguel on his bed!

" WHAT!?!"
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�The Devil's�
�Sweetheart�
[ �I HATE BOYS!� ]

✝Rated ��

�Chapter FOUR�
[ A New Deal� ]

�Written By�
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Kylie's POV:
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" Who dares open my door without permis.." Miguel thundered standing up but on sighting me, he paused.

" Kylie?" Crystal called my name as she stood up from the bed as well staring at me like she had seen a ghost.

" I'll be leaving now." Crystal added as she picked up a leaflet from the bed and strutted outside nudging me with her shoulders as she went out.

" I thought we had an appointment tonight?" I said to Miguel immediately Crystal left leaning on the doorpost expecting quick answers.

" We did. But she came over to come collect something." Miguel replied and I laughed.

" Don't lie to me Miguel. And I still can't believe you settled for Crystal." I said to him and he looked at me with his eyes filled with fury.

" And who are you to question my choices? I said I told her to come over to pick up something and you're questioning me!" He yelled in rage and I was shocked.

What have I done?

" You're just my b*tch for the night and you have no business whatsoever with who I decide to meet okay?" He further yelled and I had to apologize before my plans are completely ruined.

" Miguel..." I called his name and I sexily strutted to where he stood.

" I'm sorry okay?" I apologized sultrily as I ran my hands from his face down to his chest to arouse him and get him out of his angry mood so we can get down to business.

" Well I forgive you pretty thing." He replied as he licked his lips and grabbed me by my waist.

" Now keep shut and enjoy the moment." I said in a low, soft tone and pressed my lips on his as his grip on me tightened and he pushed me unto the bed and the night became more interesting��

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• I ran as fast as my legs could carry me out of Miguel's house and far away from the vicinity. I stopped to breathe about 10 blocks away from his house. Panting breathlessly, I took the check Miguel gave to me and I examined it.
He has signed the check!
But why didn't he sleep with me?
What changed his mind suddenly?
Well, we thank God that he didn't do anything to me.
I'm still a virgin and I will save my sister.

" There's no time to waste. I'm going to the hospital right now!" I thought and took to my heels running to the junction nearby.

• I flagged down a taxi and I was driven to the hospital. I quickly alighted from the taxi and ran into the hospital's main building. Halfway there, I took a pause and a look at myself.

I looked like something that was chewed and spat out! My hair was scattered, my make-up was smirched and my legs were dusty.

• I located a tap nearby and I went there and washed my makeup off. It's better to have no makeup on, than to have makeup on and look like a lost but found item. After washing my makeup off, I washed my legs as well. I brushed my hair and it looked better.

• I felt more better and confident about my outfit now and I rushed into the hospital and then to the doctor's office.

" Crystal?" Doctor Gareth called my name as I came in hastily.

" Sorry doctor. Pardon my manners, I didn't knock before I came in." I apologized as I sat down on the visitors chair.

" No problem. How may I help you dear?" Doctor Gareth politely asked.

" Doctor, Doctor, I'm here to pay for my sister's surgery!" I announced happily searching for the check leaflet in my bag.

And that was when it dawned on me that I haven't cashed the check yet��
Gosh! How could I be so stupid?
I'm supposed to stop by at the bank and cash out the money then pay into the hospital's account.

I was just so anxious, I forgot to do the needful and I have to wait till tomorrow before I go to the bank because all banks are closed by 12am!

" Oh dear God. Doctor I'm so sorry, I haven't cashed the money yet." I said feeling a bit embarrassed, probably he thinks I'm stupid with low IQ. He chuckled and wore his glasses.

" Go cash the money and come back." The doctor said calmly and gave me a knowing look.

Wait?
Does he think I'm crazy or mad!?
Do I look like a psycho?

" Alright, I'll be back later." I replied and left the hospital and went back home.
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" So you're telling me that Miguel didn't sleep with you? Instead he apologized for getting angry at you?" Lolita asked after I narrated all the happenings of tonight.

" Yeah! And he handed over the check to me just like that!" I said elatedly flaunting the signed check Miguel gave me.

" That's awesome! Now you can pay for Angelica's treatment and guess what? You're still a virgin!" Lolita said and we hugged.

" Yes! Two wins for me!" I said as we hugged.

" But then a bomb dropped! BOOM Kylie walked in." I said with a dramatic expression then took a sip out of my drink.

" Oh My! What next?"

" She looked surprised probably due to the fact that her co-worker who openly disclosed her hatred for boys is on Miguel's bed. It was a real shocker for her." I narrated and Lolita listened attentively.

" So what are you gonna tell her when you go to work?"

" I don't owe her any explanation. It's my life and she has no right to know what's going on in it." I sternly said and Lolita laughed.

Ugh! The thought of Kylie disgusts me.

She doesn't even know who she's dealing with. Miguel is just gonna sleep with her once or twice and dump her like garbage!

And I'll be there to laugh at her when it happens!��

" Lolly, I gotta sleep now. I have to go to work by 9am and I have less than seven hours to rest." I said as I set my alarm.

" Good night." She replied and switched off the lights.

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• Yawn! I opened my eyes slowly and looked around. It was morning already. I stretched a bit and my hand mistakenly hit a body.

Huh? A body??
Oh! That Kylie girl was here for the night!

I rolled over and looked at her.
She's so cheap!
She didn't even let me make the first move she already fixed an appointment.

But she's good��
And pretty as well.
She black and beautiful.
I think I like this one.

" Oh you're up?" She said as she sat atop on the bed as she yawned.

" Yeah, Good Morning." I greeted her and rubbed my eyes.

" Yeah, Have a nice day. I have to get to work pronto!" She said and got off the bed yawning and stretching as she made her way to the bathroom.

" Well, okay." I simply replied and she smiled as she entered into the bathroom.
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• I went to the guestroom and freshened up then got dressed and returned back into my room. I found Kylie all dressed up and perfecting her makeup.

" Ready to go?" I asked as I came in. She sighed and got off the chair and stared into my eyes.

" Yeah. Call me when you need me." She replied and slipped a card into my shirt pocket then smiled.

" I'll be leaving now." She added and walked to the door.

" Wait!" I said and grabbed her hand and she stopped.

" I haven't paid you yet." I added and she chuckled releasing her hand from my grip.

" Forget about the pay. I hope we become friends." She said and winked at me then strutted out of my room.

Sweet!
I can have her anytime I want...for free!

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• 7am Sharp! I was up and ready for a new day, the day Angelica will be saved from the shadows of death. I had a shower and dressed all pretty, then had breakfast and was ready to go into the world.

• It was already 8:30am and I have to be at work in thirty minutes or I'll get a scolding from my boss or worse, probably a query. But who f*cking cares? Not me!
All that's in my mind now is to get to the bank, cash out the money and pay for Angelica's bills.
I don't give a damn if I loose my job or not! I crave Angelica's well being.

• The line at the bank was so long, but after about one hour of being in line it was my turn. I cashed the check and had it transfered to my account. Afterwards, had it transferred to the Hospital's Paediatric ward's account.
The process was done!
I need to inform the doctor.

� Hello doc.

� Good Morning Crystal. How may I help?

� I've transferred the money for the surgery into the hospital's account. Please start the treatment.

� Okay, I think we just received an alert. But you need to come by the hospital.

� Why?

� For confirmation and to sign a few documents so we can commerce treatment.

� But doctor! I have to go to work and I'm already late.

� Without your signature we can't start anything.

� Alright doctor, I'll be there soon" I said and hung up the phone call.

• I finished up at the bank and took a cab to the hospital and confirmed my payment then signed a few papers and the surgery commenced. In haste, I hurriedly got to work two hours late!

" Hey!" Kylie's dumb voice said and I was about to reply her sassily but then I remembered that today was a happy day for me and no devil incarnate will ruin it.

" Hi." I replied and took the tray of drinks to the counter.

" You were late for work and boss isn't really happy about it." Kylie stated and my jaw dropped in shock.

Oh no!
My boss knows I was late.
I'm in trouble.

" The Boss? What did he say?" I asked stammering after I had served the customer his drinks.

" He was mad but, I covered for you." Kylie said as she filed her nails as she leaned on the doorjamb chuckling.

" Oh? You did? Nice, I hate you a little less now." I said to her and she rolled her eyes and came to stand next to me.

" Whatever. Tell me what you were doing in Miguel's house last night?" Kylie asked with a smirk on her face and I fidgeted a bit.

" Why should I tell you?" I responded as I went back into the kitchen to do the dishes and she followed me.

" Because if you don't, I'm gonna tell boss that you weren't at work because you were out chasing pintle!" Kylie threatened and my jaw dropped as I blinked repeatedly due to shock and fear.

" I wasn't chasing pintle, I just went to see Miguel to collect something." I stuttered as I turned on the sink and began washing the dishes.

" Tell that to the boss when you're fired." Kylie replied and left the kitchen then walked to the boss's office.

I don't care about her!
I don't care about this dumb job either!
She can go blab whatever she wants to the boss.
And he'll believe her because they're dating.

I don't even know how many guys Kylie dates and sleeps with!
A disgrace to womanhood.
Ugh!
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• It was closing time already and it turns out I wasn't fired instead I was queried and let of with a warning simply because I'm always punctual. I'm sure Kylie feels so dumb right now. Anyways, I'm off the hospital now to see Angelica post surgery.

" Doctor I'm here!" I said as I ran into Doctor Gareth on the Ward's corridor.

" Hey Crystal, how a..."

" No time doctor. Is Angelica done with the surgery?" I asked and he smiled.

" Yes, she's in her room resting."

" That means the surgery was successful and my sister is finally okay!!" I yelled as I leaped for joy and cried tears of happiness.

" Yes! You're correct."

" I'll go see her now." I said and rushed over to Angelica's room.

" Hold on Crystal." The doctor said and I paused.

" Yes doc?"

" You'll need to deposit fifty thousand dollars for her dialysis and further medications." The doctor announced and my brain was at a halt.

Fifty Thousand Dollars?
That's all I have on me!
I planed to pay my share of the rent and settle some of my bills with the reminder of the money Miguel gave me.
But now Angelica needs it.

" Okay doc, I'll see to it." I answered and shuffled slowly to Angelica's room.

• I opened the door and for the first time in a month, Angelica got out of bed and ran to hug me.

" Sis!" She yelled on hugging me.

" Angel!" I called out and kissed her forehead then hugged her again..

" Are you okay?" I asked her kneeling to her height. She held my left hand and smiled lightly.

" Yes I am. Thank you for saving me." She said and I smiled. I haven't heard her voice in what seemed like ages.

" I thought I was gonna loose you." I said as I clutched her hand and tears flowed again.

" But I'm here and I'm gonna be fine." She answered and I pecked her forehead again.

" I have to leave now but I'll be back later okay?" I said to her and she nodded then I waved 'bye' at her and left her room.

My phone rang, it was a call from Lolita.

� Hey Lolly, what's the haps?

� Crystal the worst has happened." Lolita said crying.

� What happened?

� The landlord kicked us out and threw all our stuff outside. I took our stuff and kept them with the neighbors but now we have no where to sleep and there's no money" Lolita announced and it hit me like a bomb. My phone fell out of my hand and smashed to the ground, not without Lolita screaming "Hello" countless times before the phone's death.

• I sat down on a chair next to Angelica's room to meditate and clear my head. What is happening to me!?!
Where am I gonna find a thousand dollars to pay for this year's rent and five hundred dollars for the reminder of last years rent.

" Hey!" I looked up and saw Miguel in front of me.

Why does he always show up when I need help?

" I knew I'd find you here. I wanted to apologize for shouting at you yesterday." He added and sat beside me.

" Oh you're crying?" He said immediately he noticed my tears.

" What happened??" He further asked.

" The landlord threw us out because we haven't paid our rent and outstanding." I said to him and he laughed.

" Hah! Peasant!" He said still laughing and I was furious.

" You mock me, don't you?" I said rolling my eyes as he laughed harder.

" How much is it?" He asked amidst his laughter.

" One thousand, five hundred bucks." I replied and he laughed even harder.

" You can't afford that amount! You must be so poor!" He said and continued laughing.

" I won't sit here and watch you mock me!" I said angrily and he finally stopped laughing.

" Chill! I'll help you." He said and I was calmed instantly.

" You will?" I asked not believing what my ears just heard.

" Yeah. I really need a personal assistant that'll be my aide. I'll pay her two hundred thousand dollars a month and I'll give her an upfront payment the moment she agrees to work with me." Miguel said and I listened keenly.

He wants me to be his PA!?
Impossible!
Not happening!

" So....?"

" Be my P.A and stand a chance to also get a fully furnished three bedroom apartment and BMW Car." He added and I was amazed!

" So will you be my P.A or not?" He asked.

" Well...uh...uhm..."
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�The Devil's�
�Sweetheart�
[ �I HATE BOYS!� ]

✝Rated ��

�Chapter FIVE�
[ Do I Know You?� ]

�Written By�
�Author Nuella.

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" Say something." I beckoned as she just sat there moping. She will open her mouth to speak but shut it few seconds later uttering nothing but gibberish.

" The offer is still available. I'll give you time to think about it." I said then stood up from the chair. She looked at me without saying a word and I smiled back at her.

" I hope to see you later." I added and turned to leave.

" Wait!" She yelled and I paused still backing her.

" I'll...I'll be your P.A." She replied and I smiled inwardly knowing fully well that my plan is already working and in full motion.

" You sure?" I asked with a smirk as I turned to face her and she nodded affirmatively.

" Alright. You'll have to meet me at my office. I'll text you the address and the time for the briefing of your new job." I said with my arms folded and she nodded again.

" Thanks for yesterday. My sister is perfectly okay now." She said facing sideways averting her eye contact with me.

" I'm happy to help. See you later." I said and left the ward.

Yes!
My plan is working now and I feel so awesome.

I told Crystal I must have her on my bed and she doubted me�
The whole reason I didn't sleep with her yesterday was because I don't want it to be like I forced her.

But now there's a total game change!
The new plan is to make her fall for me!
She claims she hates boys?
No one hates Miguel!
I'm the only devil in this game and she must fall for me.

• I brought out my phone from my left side pocket and placed a call to Ben, my agent.

� Mr. Miguel, Good Evening.

� Evening Ben. How is your day going?

� My day is going well but now that I have received a call from you, I have a feeling that it just got better." Ben said and I couldn't help but laugh.

� Alright Ben, I need you to help me.

� Anything for you sir.

� I need you to furnish that Three Bedroom flat I have in West Manhattan.

� Okay sir I will. Are you gonna be staying there now?

� No but a good friend of mine is. So finish it up.

� Okay sir. Anything else?

� Yes, I need you to buy a BMW X7 as well.

� Alright. What about the money?

� Bill everything to my account directly.

� Will do sir, I'll not let you down.

� I trust you Ben. Good night" I said and hung up.

If a flashy car, A classy home, a job worth thousands of dollars and other beneficiaries won't make Crystal fall for Miguel then I don't know what will.

But don't misunderstand me, I don't love this girl. I just want her to be mesmerized by me then beg me to sleep with her. That's all I want.

And I must get it!

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• I transferred the fifty thousand dollars to the hospital's account and the doctor said that she will be discharged by tomorrow evening because by then, the treatment and dialysis will be completed. I thanked the doctor for everything he had done for us, he had really been helpful to Angelica and I. I bade my sister goodbye and went back home.
I saw Lolita sitting outside crying and I just couldn't wait to announce the good news to her.

But am I right for accepting the job offer from Miguel?
Miguel is a sly devil and I know what his plans are; to have me in his bed.
That's all he ever thinks about.
But I'm over boys, nothing can ever make me fall in love again!
After what that bastard Aaron did to me, I'll never love another man again!

So if Miguel's plans are to make me fall for him then he should expect to fail trying.

" Hey Lolly." I said and knelt beside her resting my left arm on her shoulder. She didn't answer me instead she continued sobbing.

" I don't expect you to be wasting your energy crying when you can convert that same energy into celebrating." I said and she looked at me puzzled having no idea of what I was talking about.

" Huh? Celebrate?" She asked sniffling.

" Yes my dear friend, because you are looking at the owner of a BMW Car and a new house. Also having a new job worth thousands of bucks." I said and turned around dramatically while she just stared at be befuddled.

" What do you mean? I don't remember your job at Fooders paying you more than two hundred dollars. Are you hallucinating? Is the trauma of being homeless making you go 'co-co'? " Lolita said with that bewildered look on her face and I couldn't hide my laughter.

" Miguel offered me a job!" I said and that was when the doubt cleared. She jumped up on her feet and hugged me.

" What the butt! I can't believe it! Miguel offered you a job. Is he the one who gave you the car and house too?" She asked as we disengaged from the hug.

" Yes! He was the one. Tomorrow I'm going to his office and it'll be finalised. We're gonna land ladies soon!" I said as we both squealed happily.

" And my best friend is gonna have a car! We're gonna cruise round NYC and paint the whole town red!" She added and we giggled elatedly.

" Plus, he also offered to pay this year's rent and last year's outstanding." I announced and he grinned.

" Can this night get any better!?" She yelled and hugged me again.

" Off course yes! Angelica's surgery was successful. She's okay now."

" You don't say? Everything is working out well." Lolita said and we squealed and giggled euphorically.

" Will you two keep shut! Some of us are trying to sleep here." Mrs. Patty, one of our old neighbors yelled from her window.

" Sorry ma'am." We both apologized and when she closed her window, we continued celebrating nevertheless but a bit quieter.
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• Lolita and I spent the night at one of our neighbor's house. When it was morning, I wore one of my snazzy office wears and some stylish heels with a perfectly matching bag. First of all, I went to Fooders to give in my resignation letter.
It was actually handwritten, not professional at all. But I don't care if they don't accept it. Either way, I'm never setting foot in that hell of a restaurant again.

" So you don't wanna work here anymore?" Boss said looking at my resignation letter.

" Yes, I have found a better place." I replied and he looked away from the letter and fixed his gaze on me.

" Another restaurant?"

" Eew no! Never shall I work in another restaurant. Somewhere much better. Anyways sir, I owe you no explanation or description of my new job. I'm off, it was nice working here." I said and picked up my bag and left his office.

" Why are you all dressed up?" Kylie said on my way out of the restaurant.

" I'm dressed for success." I said to her and she looked at me from head to toe then laughed.

" And what do you mean by success?"

" Talking to you is a waste of time. You're a very annoying creature and now that I no longer work here, I'll be free from you and your pest-like character." I said and chuckled, then flipped my hair in her face and strutted out of the restaurant.

Yes!
I'm walking out of backwardness, poverty and unhappiness.
No more annoying Faces,
No more Kylie,

Hello World!
Crystal's coming for ya�

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Miguel's POV:
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" Morning bro." My sister greeted as I walked down the stairs buttoning up my shirt.

" Hey sis." I replied without looking away from my shirt.

" Where are you off to so early? You usually get up by 12am." Chelsea said as she painted her toenails.

" Today is a wonderful day for me." I said to her as I walked into the living room. She glanced at me briefly and chuckled then resumed polishing her nails.

" The day is always wonderful when you're getting a new girl. So tell me, who's the girl for the night?" She asked covering the cute little bottle that contained her nail polish.

She knows me too well!
She's like my second mum�

" I don't have to answer that, do I?" I retorted instantly and sat beside her and she chuckled once more.

" Anyways, the doctor called this morning."

" And what did he say?"

" He said that Daniel will be discharged today." She announced and a happy feeling clouded my heart. My brother has been in the hospital for a few weeks now but he's gonna be discharged today.

" Good news! You'll have to go pick him up later." I said and she nodded affirmatively.

" I will."

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Crystal's POV:
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• I went to Miguel's Office Complex, the place where he texted me to meet him. I got there before he arrived, so I waited for him outside the building.
Half an hour later, Miguel's Lexus pulled over at the carpark and he alighted from the car wearing his glasses.

" Hey sweetheart." He said as he came over to where I stood and I rolled my eyes. Can he just stop calling me his sweetheart.

" Hey." I replied and faked a smile.

" Let's go in." He said and we went into his office.

" So, I'll take you to the house and the car is also parked there. You'll start work tomorrow." He announced as we entered into his office and got seated.

" Thanks so much Miguel"

" Send your Landlord's account details, I'll send him the rent." He added and I wrote out the landlord's number in a piece of paper and gave it to him.

" Thanks Miguel. You'll never know how happy I am. You've done so much for me." I thanked him and he smiled. Just then the door opened and a young, good looking lady and a handsome guy walked in. They both had striking resemblance with Miguel.

" Hey bro." The girl said to Miguel as she and the guy walked in.

" Crystal, this is my sister Chelsea and my brother Daniel." Miguel introduced them to me and I waved at them.

Daniel?
Daniel! That name rings a loud bell.
And he looks so familiar, where have I seen him before?

" Crystal? What are you doing here!?" Daniel asked on sighting me.
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�The Devil's�
�Sweetheart�
[ �I HATE BOYS!� ]

✝Rated ��

�Chapter SIX�
[ Oh Shit! Kylie's Here I ]

�Written By�
�Author Nuella.

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Crystal's POV:
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Why does my past decide to show up when I'm progressing?
Which one of the demons seated in hell fire decided to make my great day sour by bringing up my ugly, painful past?

" It's been a while." He said and I felt that this moment was so awkward. I smiled in reply and faced Miguel so we can get this briefing over with.

" How are you doing Dan? Hope you're feeling perfect now?" Miguel asked, standing up from his desk and going over to where Daniel was seated.

" I'm feeling perfect."

" How do you know Crystal?" He added pointing at me. Miguel faced me and smiled before speaking.

" She's my new P.A. You'll be seeing her very often from now on." Miguel answered and Dan nodded.

" It seems like you both have met before." Miguel added as he walked back to his desk and sat down.

" Yeah, we go a long way back in time." Daniel replied and Miguel arched his brows at me, asking if what Dan said was true and in reply I simply nodded.

" Alright. Crystal, shall we?" Miguel asked and sighed as he got up from his chair then picked his car keys. I stood up as well grabbing my bag.

" Chelsea, you both should head home now. I'll see you guys later." Miguel added and Chelsea nodded raising Daniel to his feet and they exited the office and we followed behind them.

• Miguel and I walked out of the complex and went inside his car. We drove off immediately and we were heading into somewhere in Manhattan, not too far from where Miguel's office was located.

• The car came to halt in front of a good looking house. Miguel and I alighted from the car and went into the house.

" Crystal, this is your new house!" Miguel yelled as we entered into the house and my jaw dropped in surprise.

This house is so wonderful!
It's like a tiny heaven on earth,
The living room was as big as my former house's living room times three!
Everything was top class!
Everything looks so rich and classy!

" This is amazing!" I complimented looking around and Miguel laughed.

" You haven't even seen the rooms and kitchen yet." Miguel said and I was so elated.

" Thanks Miguel."

" Don't mention...and that car outside is yours." He said. I didn't even notice any car outside. I raced to the window and spotted a BMW X7. I was beyond speechless.

" Wow! I can't wait to drive that." I yelled and came back to where Miguel stood.

" And before I forget, here's a check of seventy five thousand dollars." He said and stretched a check to me and I collected it wondering what it was for.

" Use it to buy yourself new clothes, shoes and jewelry. You can't work for me and look like crap nuh-uh." He said as I stared at the check feeling a bit insulted because he indirectly insulted my dressing sense

" Work starts tomorrow, 9am. You have to be in the office before me to arrange my meetings and schedule. See you later." He added and threw the car keys at me then left the house.

" Oh My God!" I yelled immediately Miguel left and squealed happily looking at the check.

" I'd better call Lolita." I said and dialed her phone number.

� Lolita, select all the good clothes and stuff we have and bring them to the address I'm gonna text you now.

� Are you in the new house?

� Yeah, and guess what? Miguel gave us seventy five thousand dollars for shopping.

�What!? I'm on my way." She said and hung up. Immediately, I texted the address to her and also informed her that I will be going to the hospital to pick up Angelica.

" Time to cruise this baby." I said and picked up the car keys from where they landed when Miguel threw them. I went outside and drove my new BMW to the hospital.

Angelica will be so happy on seeing this.
Finally, I'll be reunited with my sister. Even though she's just fifteen years old and the age difference between us is ten years, we still talk and have fun like age mates!
Damn, I miss her so much.

• I rushed into the hospital and then to the doctor's office. After being given some drugs to administer to her and some precautions to take to avoid something like this repeating itself, she was free to be discharged.

• I took Angelica home and she didn't stop asking me questions of how I was able to get the house and the new car. Off course, I explained to her. I don't hide anything from her.

" But do you know why he's doing all this?" She asked and that question of hers hit me. I couldn't find a reply.

" I'll be checking out the rest of the rooms." She said and went further into the house.

But Crystal�
Have you ever wondered why Miguel is doing all this!?
I know he wants me on his bed but this...this is too far. He has spent millions of dollars on this house and the car just to have a night with me?
I refuse to believe that's the only reason.
He has something else up his sleeve.

" Lost in thoughts?" Lolita said as she came over distracting me from my pondering. I smiled shyly in reply.

" You better get ready, remember we're going shopping." Lolita announced then went into the kitchen.

• I got off the couch and went into my room to freshen up and get changed for the outing. One day, my questions will be answered....hopefully

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" Hey bro, I really need something from you." Daniel said as he entered into my room.

" How many times have I told you to knock Dan?" I said annoyed as I put my phone away.

" Sorry about that." He apologized and sat beside me.

" What do you need?"

" Crystal's phone number." He said straightforwardly and I looked at him then laughed.

" Don't tell me you like her already?" I asked Daniel and he smiled shyly.

" No, just that we go way back and I really need her contact." Daniel replied and I picked up my phone then scrolled through my contacts and finally saw Crystal's number.

" Here." I said and gave Daniel my phone to copy the number. He collected the phone happily from me and then he transferred the number to his phone and he handed my phone back to me.

" Thanks bro," He said and went upstairs happily.

This should be fun�
So my lil bro now needs Crystal's phone number?
Seems like the Nicholas household is gonna be shaken by this girl.

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Daniel's POV:
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• Feeling triumphant, I sauntered into my room and closed the door. I immediately flitted to my bed and sat down. I dialled Crystal's number and waited for her to answer the call.

� Hello?" She said immediately she picked the call.

� Hello Crystal or should I say coffee bean?" I said with a sly smile on my face even though she couldn't see me. On saying the name 'coffee bean', she sighed pathetically.

� What do you want Daniel?" She asked and I laughed. I rose from my sitting position and began to ramble round my room.

� I want us to meet...and talk."

�Stay the hell away from me Daniel!

� Come on Crystal! Is you still have any feeling for Aaron or you ever loved him at all then you'll come meet me at Olivia's Diner tonight by 8pm." I said and she didn't say anything. The only thing I could hear was the sound of her exhaling.

�See you there." I said and hung up.

So Crystal resurfaced again?
I'm not trying to hurt her.
Hell no!
I just want to hear her own part of the story.
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Crystal's POV:
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• I slumped into the couch and my phone slipped out of my hand and dropped on the couch. My eyes darted round the room and I thought of possible reasons why the Lord sent me someone from my past to remind me of that idiot Aaron!
Thinking about the guy makes me sick.
I hate him more than all men, followed by Miguel.

He even called me 'coffee bean'
That's the pet name Aaron used to call me when we were dating.

Darn�� Old memories.

Now, I have to go on a date with my ex supposed best friend.
What the hell does he want to talk about?
If he's here to beg on behalf of Aaron then he's wasting his time because it's too late.
I'd better be with an slowpoke that loves and cherishes me than to be with Aaron.

• I sluggishly got off from the couch and shuffled my way to my room. I checked the time, it was already 7:03pm

" I'd better prepare." I said and went into the bathroom to shower.

• About twenty minutes later, I came out of the bathroom wet and dripping water. I grabbed my towel from the hanger and draped it around my body. Just then, my room door opened and Angelica came in.

" Sis! Lolita said that you should come test the dresses we bought." She announced as she came in.

" Tell her I have somewhere to go and I'll tell her all about it when I get back." I replied as I strolled to my dressing table and started to apply my various skin care products.

" Well okay. But don't be mad if we leave all the bad stuffs for you." Angelica chortled and I faked an angry face sternly warning her to leave some good stuff for me. Giggling, she walked out of the room.

• I got dressed in a crazy jean and a white top with a denim jean jacket with white Timberlands. I bade Lolita and Angelica goodbye and left the house and went to Olivia's Diner.

• I entered into the diner and saw Daniel sitting on a table far towards the end of the room. He sighted me and waved, I smiled faintly and walked over to where he was seated.

" Glad you could make it." He said as I sat down. I smiled in response and he signalled a waiter who was standing nearby to come over.

" Good evening sir. What may I get you?" The waiter asked as he came over dropping two copies of their menu on our table. We picked up the menu and scrolled through them.

" I want Spaghetti and Bolognese sauce." Daniel ordered still looking at the menu and the waiter wrote it down in his book. Daniel stared at me for a while then faced the waiter.

" And get her whatever she wants." He added handing the menu back to the waiter. The waiter collected it then looked at me expecting my order.

" I want Basmati rice and Goulash sauce to go with it." I said and he also wrote that down. He collected the menu and bowed then went away.

" So tell me, how are you doing?" Daniel asked as the waiter left.

" I'm fine." I answered not interested in having a conversation with him. He saw my unenthusiastic approach to the conversation and he didn't bother to continue talking.

• Few minutes later, the waiter served our food and we started eating. No one said a single word to each other as we ate. After we finished eating, he paid for the bills and the waiter cleared our table.

• I made up my mind that if after ten minutes he doesn't say the reason why he called me here, I'm leaving and I'll never listen to anything he says to me ever again.

" You must be wondering why I called you here." He said and I was relieved that finally he decided to say something.

" Continue." I said and took a sip out of the complimentary drink that was served alongside the food.

" Why did you leave Aaron?" He asked and took a sip out of his own drink. I knew that's why he brought me here. I knew he wanted to talk about Aaron.

" I left your best friend because he cheated on me. When I tried calling him to talk things out, he never picked my calls nor answered my texts. I didn't leave him, he left me." I pointed out clearly annoyed by that stupid question. So his best friend didn't tell him how he cheated on me with some cheap slut!?

" Look, why don't you hear me out." Daniel said in a calm manner. But no, I don't want to hear anything he has to say.

" I don't want to hear any lie Aaron has printed for you to tell me. Get behind me Satan!" I said enraged in anger and stood up from my chair about to leave.

" Crystal will you stop yammering and listen!" Daniel half-yelled.

" No!" I retorted loudly and everyone in the restaurant looked at us. I picked up my bag and left the restaurant.

Dear Lord!
What is this now?

• I went home still enveloped in rage and anger. I didn't talk to anyone and I went to bed immediately without even eating. I just wish the ground would open up and swallow me whole.

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Kylie's POV:
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�Few Days Later:�

• Miguel and I have been getting close these days and we've been chatting and talking a lot on the phone. So I decided to pay him a surprise visit at his office today. He's gonna flip when he sees me!
I can't just wait to see the look on his face.

• I went inside the complex and to the CEO's department where Miguel's office is located. I saw a young lady on a desk and I presumed she was the receptionist.

" Hi, I want to see Miguel. Is he around?" I asked the receptionist.

" Let me confirm." She said and picked up the landline and imputed some numbers and hit dial.

" Hello, a lady is here to see Miguel. Is he around?" She said as the reciever picked up.

" He's around? Okay can I send her in?" She asked.

" You want to come see her? Okay." She replied and ended the call.

" His Personal Assistant would like to see you before taking you to where Mr. Miguel is. Please sit down and wait." The receptionist said and I sat down and waited for his P.A.

Miguel's office is to the left according to what he told me, so anyone coming out from his office is gonna be coming out from the door behind me.

Few minutes later, I saw what came as a shocker for me.

• The door opened and Crystal walked out.
Huh?
What is she doing here.

" I see you don't want to leave Miguel alone for me." I snapped at her immediately she came out.

" What do you mean?" She sniggered.

" Tell me Crystal why are you forcing yourself on him? He doesn't like you, he likes me. What are you? A desperate chick who needs money or a boyfriend stealer?" I thundered at her and all she did was laugh and shake her head.

" I am none of those." She finally replied.

" Then what are you?"

" I am Miguel's P.A."

" WHAT!?"
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�The Devil's�
�Sweetheart�
[ �I HATE BOYS!� ]

✝Rated ��

�Chapter SEVEN�
[ Oh Shit! Kylie's Here II ]

�Written By�
�Author Nuella.

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Crystal's POV:
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" You're who's P.A!?" Kylie asked still not believing what her eyes and ears just met.

" Look, I'm a busy lady and if you have nothing better to say thank ask me obvious questions then get the hell out!" I yelled in her face pointing at the door to emphasize my point.

" How dare you talk to me like that Crystal? Do you know I'm your boss's girlfriend and I can make him fire you in a second." Kylie fired back at me angrily.

" Girlfriend? You wish! You're just a low class b*tch who chases pintle for quick cash and do you know what they call girls who do that? Cheap Dirty Hoes!" I retorted and she looked so pissed. She raised up her hand to slap me but I caught it mid air and slapped her hard.

" You slapped me?" Kylie yelled clutching to her cheek which had already turned red.

" And I'll do it again if you don't watch your mouth." I replied and raised my hand to threaten her and she winced.

" What in Neptune's name is going on here?" Miguel said as he came out of the office and strolled to the scene. I know Kylie is gonna tell lies to Miguel so before she could calumniate anything I went back into the office.

If this continues...
I mean if Kylie keeps coming here and displays her attitude in front of me I may kill her one day.
Miguel should do best and warn her because Crystal isn't one they mess with.
I can be calm and nice as a dove but can be as vicious and deadly as a lioness

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• Crystal left immediately and I watched her go till she was out of sight, then fixed my gaze on Kylie who I now know is fond of creating a nuisance with Crystal.

" What happened here?" I asked calmly and Kylie began to yammer and rant.

" You're going away? I thought you wanted to fight me huh? I'll deal with you Crystal!" Kylie ranted loudly and I laughed.

" Why didn't you say all that when she was here? You were trembling. You're afraid of Crystal!" I responded and continued laughing while she rolled her eyes and sighed.

" Let's go inside please." She said, picked up her bag and then we went inside my office.

" What do I owe this surprise visit?" I asked her as we entered into the office. She slumped into the lounge chair and sighed heavily.

" I missed you." She said and I chuckled. I picked up the landline and dialed my secretary.

☎ Hello Beatrice?

☎ Yes sir.

☎ Can you bring a bottle of cold whisky and two glasses? Thank you.

☎ Okay sir." She replied and I hung up then went to sit next to Kylie.

" You know, I don't really like Crystal." Kylie said and brought out a nail filer from her bag and started filling her nails.

" Why?"

" She's rude and secondly, do you know she slapped me?" Kylie answered with her eyes fixed on her nails.

" The past weeks of knowing Crystal, I've discovered she doesn't look for trouble. She only fights back when trouble comes. So what did you do to her?" I asked and she froze, she looked at me with furrowed brows and I beckoned on her to start talking.

" Well, I didn't know she was your P.A. I thought she came here to see you, I don't like seeing other girls with you." She explained and I snickered as she talked. She's jealous.

Why is she even jealous?
She's not even my girlfriend or wife. I haven't even asked her out yet or declared interest in her.
She's just a classy b*tch who will be my trophy girlfriend soon.

By trophy girlfriend I mean, a girl that'll follow me around in my Benz and go out with me to the night club and to other big events! But we're not dating, we just sleep with each other and she follows me around.

That's my plan for Kylie!
And I have to make her think I'm in love with her.

" Then you insulted her and she slapped you?" I asked and the door opened and my secretary came in holding a tray with two drinks in it. She carefully dropped them on the table.

" Anything else sir?" She asked after dropping the tray.

" No, I'll call you when I need you." I replied and Beatrice left the office.

" Well yeah. But why will you make her your P.A!?" Kylie asked and I chuckled once more. I picked up a glass cup and handed it over to her, I took the bottle of wine and popped it open. Then I poured into her glass and into mine.

" That's because I want to. Please let's drop this topic and talk about something else." I said as I took a sip out of my wine. She sighed and took a sip out of her glass.

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• I checked the time, it was half past 10pm. It was getting late and I really need to go back home. I still had ton of work to do and I haven't even gone half-way. I went to Miguel's office to tell him I'll be going home early because most Monday I usually stay till 12am before I leave.

" Hey." I said as I came inside his office.

" Sweetheart? You're still here?" He asked and I sat down on the couch.

" Don't call me sweetheart." I warned sternly for umpteenth time today.

" I call you what I wanna call you." He replied and came closer to me then used his index finger to raise my head up by my chin.

" I wanna go home early. I'm really stressed out, I may get sick." I said to him and he looked at me and arched his brows.

" Alright. But why don't you give me a hug before you go?" He said and winked.

" I'll never hug you! You may be my boss Miguel but I advice that we respect our boundaries in this office to avoid bringing out the worst of us." I said to him on my way out. He didn't say anything, instead he stared at me and chuckled. I left his office then went to mine and picked up stuff then went home.

Why can't he hug Kylie his girlfriend?
Off course!
He gave me a job here so he can have access to my body and he thinks I'll tremble and give in to him simply because he's my boss!
Never!
Crystal doesn't give in.
Men are the most selfish creatures ever.

• I hit the road and after about ten minutes driving, my car stopped abruptly. This is my first car ever since I learnt to drive and I'm not really familiar with breakdowns. I got down from the car and opened the car's bonnet.
I didn't know exactly what to check! There were so many thingies and wires.
I don't know what to do.

I noticed a bright car headlight flashing at the back of my car. The driver came down from the car and walked towards me.
He looked so familiar.
It was...

" Hey Crystal." Daniel said and I groaned loudly.

" Did you follow me?" I asked with my arms crossed underneath my bosoms.

" God sent me, I didn't know why. But now I do! I was sent to help you with your car." Daniel said and I laughed.

" I'm not letting you touch my car." I said and he gave me a knowing look.

" Oh really? Then I suppose I'll just go home and then you'll spend your night here because no one is gonna fix your car by quarter to 11pm." Daniel said and turned to leave. He's right, he's my only hope.
Although I don't like his company but I guess he's my only ticket to going home with my car tonight.

" Okay fine. Come fix the car." I said feeling defeated. He smirked and came over then started checking some things inside the bonnet.

• He located some wires that were loose and he tightened them. He told me to turn on the ignition and the car started.

" Your car is fixed." He said dusting his hands against each other then shut the bonnet.

" Thanks." I appreciated and he smiled.

" Yeah no problem."

" You can leave now. I'll be going home." I said and entered into my car.

" You haven't heard me out yet. Look Aaron didn't mean to do all those things to you, his hands were tied." Daniel explained and I laughed.

" But his hands weren't tied when he was kissing that girl and running his hands through her body huh?" I replied and chuckled.

" Please listen Crystal." He begged and I stared my ignition.

" Go home Daniel!" I yelled and drove off.

I ain't listening to one of his or Aaron's lies ever again!
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• I alighted from my car and went into the house. Lolita and Angelica were in the living room watching TV and when I entered, they fixed their angry gaze on me.

" You're late again!" Angelica said as she came to meet me.

" We're supposed to be spending time together but ever since I came back from the hospital, you're barely at home." She added angrily and Lolita got up and came over to defend her.

" Yeah you're almost never at home during the day. And now that I have a job no one will be around to take care of Angelica when she's back from school." Lolita complained and I sighed covering my face with my two palms.

" Can we talk about this later? I'm really tired okay?" I said and left their presence and went to my room to rest.

These people can't kill me at all!

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Agh!
So Crystal had the guts to slap me?
She dared raise her hands on the future Mrs. Miguel Nicholas?
How dare she!
She's gonna regret this!
I HATE Her!

• My phone rang and I checked the caller. It was Chelsea.

� Hey Kylie! Sup?

� I'm not good. I'm really mad right now.

� What happened?

� That good for nothing b*tch Crystal! Can you believe she slapped me!?

� What?? She did? Why?

� I don't know and I don't care but she has messed with the wrong person entirely.

� Calm down Crystal! Don't do anything stupid.

� Crystal is gonna pay....she's gonna pay with blood!
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�The Devil's�
�Sweetheart�
[ �I HATE BOYS!� ]

✝Rated ��

�Chapter EIGHT�
[ I'll Destroy Crystal ]

�Written By�
�Author Nuella.

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Chelsea's POV:
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� Pay with blood? Kylie I told you, don't do anything stupid alright?" I said and she laughed for a short while

� It's my problem Chelsea and only me can find the solution to it. If it means doing something stupid then I will! I just need her to stay away from my Miguel" She replied maniacally and I sighed.

She's gone insane!
She's doing this because of a man?
My brother who doesn't take girls seriously.

I'd like to see how this will end��

� Alright Kylie, do what you want. But don't say I didn't warn you.

� But I need your help.

� With what!?

� I need you to ask your brother to tell you every single detail he knows about Crystal.

� And why do you need that?

� Just do what I say and get back to me later okay?

� Whatever." I replied and hung up.

Why am I involved in this now?
And how on earth am I supposed to ask Miguel about Crystal without him suspecting me!
He's a smart dude, he senses deceit easily.
Help me Lord,

• It's quite late and Miguel hasn't shown up yet. Maybe he's caught up with work and I can't stay awake for much longer. I have to go to bed, I'll talk to him tomorrow morning.

�The Next Morning�

• I got out of bed then went to the bathroom to ease myself, thereafter I went downstairs. I went to the kitchen and plugged in the coffee maker then added the ingredients for the coffee and switched the maker on. I opened the fridge in search for this Canadian Bread Miguel always buys, it's perfect with coffee but it seems like it's finished.

I started hearing footsteps and manly laughter. My brothers came into the kitchen laughing and joking over something. I cleared my throat so they'll notice me but they didn't, they continued talking like I was invisible or something.

" Hello! Brothers I live with?" I said feeling left out and slightly annoyed. But at least it got them to forget about their discussion for a while and notice me.

" Oh hey sis" Daniel said as he grabbed an apple from the counter.

" Finally decided to notice me huh?" I asked as I switched off the coffee maker because the coffee was done brewing.

" Someone feels left out?" Miguel replied opening the fridge then he took a bottle of water. I rolled my eyes sighing.

" Miguel can I talk to you for a second?" I said pouring the coffee into a mug.

" Why can't you talk to the both of us?" Daniel asked taking a bite out of his apple.

" If you insist, I just wanted to know more about Crystal." I said and Miguel looked at me with a piercing gaze with traces of suspicion.

" And why do you want to know about her?" Miguel asked me and I began to fidget inside, could it be he's suspected something bad already.

" Well I've seen her around for a few days and I think I like her." I said hoping he'll buy it.

" Chelsea, you didn't tell me you're interested in girls." Daniel replied and I was about to protest that I wasn't then Miguel spoke.

" Assuming you did I have a lot of friends who are lesbians and bisexuals, I would have set you up with one." Miguel added and I sighed hitting my palm on my face.

" No! I don't mean I have feelings for her. I mean I like her personality." I explained a bit frustrated.

" Alright. Well she's about twenty-five I guess. And she lives in my apartment at Manhattan and she's from Texas." Miguel answered but I don't know how all of that is gonna help Kylie.

" Oh! She loves her sister so much. I think her name is Angela or something." Daniel added and I wondered how he knew Crystal so much to the extent of knowing who she loves so much.

" Her name is Angelica and she loves her so damn much! She can do anything for her." Miguel also said and I think I have enough information already.

" Thanks so much guys." I said and grabbed my coffee and raced upstairs.

• I finished the coffee and freshened up then got dressed. I drove to Kylie's work place to inform her of the information I got.

But I do feel a bit guilty.
What if Kylie uses the information to harm Crystal?
She did say she was out for blood!
And if she's caught and goes down,
I also go down because I was an accomplice to whatever crime she committed.
I have bad feelings about this!

But she's my best friend,
I'll help her.

Things we do for friendship huh?
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• I strutted into the restaurant. It looked so disgusting for my standards, I shouldn't be seen in this kind of rat hole. Can't Kylie find somewhere else to work in?
I wore my sunglasses before someone recognizes me because I'm Chelsea Nicholas, one of the elite actresses in America and everyone will wanna take pictures and all that.

• Anyways, I sat down at the bar hoping Kylie will show up and we can talk. As planned, Kylie comes out of the kitchen holding a tray of food. I waited for her to serve the food and on her way back, I tapped her and she yelped wincing.

" You scared me!" She said while I laughed. I removed my glasses as she sat on the chair next to me.

" Hey, I've got some info." I said and she grinned.

" Finally some good news today. So spill, what did you find?" She asked excitedly.

" She's 25 and she's from Texas and she lives in Manhattan." I said and Kylie groaned shaking her head.

" What the hell am I supposed to that for? How is her age gonna help me crush her!" Kylie yelled in fury as she clenched her fist.

" Well, she also loves her sister?" I said unsure whether that'll help her achieve her goal.

" Now you're talking. And I have a plan." Kylie said and I listened keenly to her plan.

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Crystal's POV:
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" Wakey Wakey!" I heard Angelica say and I groaned and turned over to the other side of the bed.

" Crystal get up!" She yelled and started hitting me with my pillow.

" Stop it Angelica!" I said and got hold of the pillow as I sat atop on the bed.

" Crystal it's morning! and today's Tuesday the 19th!" Angelica yelled enthusiastically as crouched on the bed.

" What happens on Tuesday the 19th?" I asked rubbing my eyes and she sighed.

" Don't tell me you forgot, today is bring your parent to school day and I was hoping you'd fill in for mum and dad since you know they're..." Angelica said and her eyes became teary and I quickly cleaned them. I vowed to never let her drop a tear.

" I wish I could but I have to go to work sweetie!" I said to her and got off the bed.

" But you promised you'll come." She cooed and pouted.

" That was before I started working with Miguel and I have to work round the clock to make money and get you sweet stuff like I promised huh?" I replied as I touched her pink cozy PJs that I bought for seven hundred and fifty bucks.

" But you also promised that you'll try your best never to make me miss mum and dad and that you'll always fill in for them but now I'm kinda missing them." Angelica said sadly and I sighed.

" Yeah that's why I'm doing the best I can to make you happy." I replied and she got off the bed and walked straight to me.

" Since you're not coming then there's no need going to school because it's useless going when you have no parents or have a sister who cares!" Angelica yelled and stomped to the door angrily.

" Angelica can you quit being a baby about this and stop your childish tantrums and understand that I'm trying my best for you. It's not easy remember I also don't have parents." I fired at her and her eyes became teary again.

" If being rich has turned you into this then I want to be poor. I don't even know you anymore Crystal!" She yelled and ran outside my room crying.

What have I done?

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Angelica's POV:
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• I ran into my room and sobbed for about two hours. It's heart breaking!
My own sister ditched me because of money?
I thought family comes first before everything!

I heard the sound of a car and I looked through the window and saw Crystal driving away.

Probably on her way to work.

So she meant it!?
She's really going out and leaving me here lonely.

• I wore my flip flops and decided to go outside to get some fresh air.

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Kylie's POV:
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" Alright, Crystal just left the house now." Chelsea said as she peeked through the car's window.

" Now let's go in and grab her damn sister." I said and was about to open the door when a young girl walked out of the house.

" Could it be?"

" Yes it is...my ticket to revenge!" I said rubbing my hands together maniacally.

" Here take this handkerchief and put it over her nose, it'll make her unconscious. Make sure no one sees you and bring her into the car." I said and gave Chelsea a drugged handkerchief.

" Why can't you drug her? You're the mastermind! Why do I have to do it?" Chelsea protested and I sighed.

" If I go out there Angelica is gonna run home screaming because she knows me and Crystal must've already told her bad stuff about me. Plus, you can use this to practice for the next Action Film you're gonna be acting in." I said and she gave me an unsure look.

" Alright, I'll do it. But I still don't know how you talked me into this." She said and reluctantly collected the handkerchief from me and alighted the car.

I quickly wore my face mask to avoid Angelica from recognizing me. So even if I get caught, I'll just ditch Chelsea and no one will have clue that I was involved and before Chelsea can talk, I'll be chilling in Mexico!

Don't look at me like that�
I'm not selfish��‍♀
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Anyways, Chelsea was successful surprisingly!
She has the brain of a horse sometimes and can be tricked into doing things!
I don't even know how she became so successful in the acting game.

She brought Angelica into the car and we drove off to the hideout.

" Why are you wearing a mask Kylie" Chelsea asked and I sighed.

" If Angelica wakes up and sees me that's gonna be chaotic for both of us." I explained and she nodded.

" And please don't call my name when we're around her, we never know when she may wake up." I added and she nodded again.

• We pulled over at a small abandoned self-contained building. Chelsea carried Angelica inside and tied her up.
Yeah she's doing all the work�

I picked up my phone and removed my sim card then inserted a new sim card in it then I dialled Miguel's number.

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Crystal's POV:
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Did I do the right thing?
I really must've hurt Angelica real bad.
I should call and apologize to her.
But she got on my nerves, she failed to understand that I'm simply working hard so she won't suffer!

But I'm also wrong for yelling at her. I did promise to be her mum and dad, and what better way is there than to be there for her especially when she needs me the most.

I think I can still make it up to her.

• It was 10:15am, it's not too late to show up at school with her.

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Miguel's POV:
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I was relaxing in my office when a call came in from an unknown number. I picked the call.

� Hello?

� Hello Miguel." A hoarse voice said. It really seemed like the caller was trying to fake his or her voice thus making it sound hoarse.

� Who are you and how do you know my name.

� That's not important now. I have Angelica hostage." The caller announced and I was shocked. Angelica in hostage?

" She has woken up." Someone said at the background.

" Shut up! I'm on the phone." The caller yelled at the person.

" Okay sorry. But why are you making your voice sound weird?" The other person asked and the caller sighed.

" Get out!" The caller yelled.

" Brain of a horse." The caller muttered.

� CRYSTAL! JUST RESIGN FROM WORKING WITH MIGUEL AND THEY'LL LET ME GO PLEASE!" I heard a little girl yelled and the line switched off.

Angelica has been kidnapped!?
Crystal isn't gonna be happy hearing this.
And now I have to fire her so they'll let her sister go!
I know Crystal will choose her sister over this job.
So I might as well formulate a new plan to have her scream my name in bed!

Just then the door opened and Crystal came in.

" Miguel I really need to go home early and see my sister because today is bring your parent to school day and...." Crystal continued talking and I called her name but she was bent on finishing whatever she wanted to say!

" Crystal! Angelica was kidnapped!!" I announced.

" WHAT!?"
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�The Devil's�
�Sweetheart�
[ �I HATE BOYS!� ]

✝Rated ��

�Chapter NINE�
[ Job or Sister? ]

�Written By�
�Author Nuella.

�Totally Unedited�

Before You Read: This was what the chapter posted yesterday, Facebook deleted it for reasons I still don't understand. So if you read this yesterday, kindly scroll down and drop a like possibly a share and a comment.

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Miguel's POV:
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• She was mortified to the core on announcing about Angelica's kidnap. She bent to a crouch without a single expression on her face, her eyes widely opened and her lips away from each other.

" Crystal?" I called her name inaudibly unsure of what her next actions may be. She may flare up in rage or burst in tears but I was left in the unknown as still she hadn't said anything or displayed any sort of emotion.

" Kylie." She called obscurely clenching her fist gradually and closed her eyes slowly. I was still confused...is she sad, angry or in killer mode?

Instantaneously, Crystal screamed loudly and stormed out of my office. I was really dumbstruck by that display of hers and I needed to act quickly before she does something stupid.

Pursuing after her, I tripped on a chair and fell to the ground.

" Ow!"

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Crystal's POV:
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My Angelica has been kidnapped?

• This is all my fault! Assuming I had followed her to school, she wouldn't have fallen prey to the kidnappers! My dear sister�
I know this is the wicked deed of Kylie, I can feel it in my bones.

" Hey Crystal wait up." I heard Daniel say and held my hand. I'm not in the mood to talk to Daniel, I've never even been in the mood to talk to talk to him and now is not the best moment.

" Leave me alone Daniel." I yelled and struggled to get my hand out of Daniel's grip but he held on to me tightly.

" I overheard that Angelica was kidnapped." He said and I pushed him and ran away.

He knows that she was kidnapped and yet he stands there delaying me and asking the obvious.

• I left the office complex and drove straight to the Police Station nearby to report the kidnap issue. Although, I'm not too sure it's Kylie and it could be anyone. But who on earth would want to hurt me by taking away Angelica? Probably the person wants revenge with me or to get even and who else will do that except Kylie or even....

Aaron!
That bloody, two faced, cheating scumbag can't hurt me physically but can hurt me emotionally by kidnapping Angelica.

And he must have enlisted that brother of a love-vendor; Daniel to help him. Or how else will he know that Angelica was kidnapped? At far as it seems, only Miguel knew and he told me but nobody else told Daniel!

This proves...he knows something about the kidnap!
So it wasn't Kylie!
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• I alighted from my car and ran as fast as my legs could carry me into the police station. Everywhere was calm and quiet when I entered and being that I rushed into the place like a maniac, everyone probably thought I was a psychopath.

I slowly walked to the police desk to speak to one of the cadets on duty.

" Good Morning." I cleared my throat and greeted. The scary looking cadet looked away from his journal and looked at me.

" How can I help?" He asked disinterested with the hoarse and husky voice of his.

" Uh Yeah, my sister has been kidnapped! Please I need help." I complained and the cadet nodded and gave me a piece of paper and a pen.

" You need to write a statement." He said and I collected the items and stared at them blankly.

I was just informed that my sister was kidnapped, Miguel knows what happened. I think I should call him.

• I brought out my phone and dialled Miguel's number, he didn't answer. I called him two more times and still no response.

� Hey, Why aren't you picking my calls? I really need your help at the Police Station after the intersection down town. " I wrote a text message to Miguel and hit the send button hoping he'd see it and come over.

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Miguel's POV:
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I came out of the restroom adjusting my belt and I saw my phone beeping. I picked it up and saw three missed calls from Crystal and a new text message from her.

" She's at the police station? So fast?" I said after reading through the texts. I quickly grabbed my car keys and went out of my office. On the way out of my department, I told Beatrice to cancel all the appointments I had for today and also do all of Crystal's job for today. With that out of the way, I left the complex and signalled my driver.

We entered into the car and he started the ignition but the car didn't work or move, he started it again and same thing. The third time the car jerked to a start and we drove off.

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Kylie's POV:
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" Do you think Miguel will fire her?" Chelsea asked as we ate the sushi we ordered.

" Well I don't know but I definitely pray he doesn't inform Crystal or else our plan may be jeopardized." I said and took a bite out of my sushi as I scrolled through my messages.

" And why that?"

" Well, if Crystal finds out she'll someone save Angelica and still get to keep her job. But if only Miguel is involved, he'll just fire her and we return Angelica and act like this whole thing never happened." I explained and Chelsea nodded to every bit of if. I knew her question tank wasn't empty, she still has more stupid questions to ask.

" But what about Angelica? Can't she tell Crystal that she was kidnapped and she also knows we threatened Miguel to fire her sister for her release." Chelsea said and I yawned because I was getting bored of her question session.

" That's why I have this brain wiper thingy, I'll use it on her and she'll forget everything that happened in the last ten hours." I explained waving some liquid a friend of mine gave me months back.

" Okay, but don't you think you should call Miguel again and ask whether he has fired Crystal?"

" I don't need to do that Chelsea, once he does he will be the one to call me and announce it." I answered and she nodded.

The door opened and Bobby, Randy and Sammy entered inside the room. They were the goons I hired last minute to do the job.

" Who are they?" Chelsea asked as they came in.

" Well when Miguel comes to strike the deal and get Angelica, we can't show up just like that. So these are our representatives." I explained to Chelsea and she nodded.

" Alright. I can see this plan excelling!" Chelsea said and we laughed.

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Angelica's POV:
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• My legs were chained to the wall and my hands were tied behind my back with ropes and duck tape was used to seal my lips shut.

" I need to get out of here fast." I thought and looked around for anything that'll aid my escape.

I sighted a rusty iron protruding from the wall and an idea stuck me. The iron wasn't far from me so despite being chained, I was able to reach where the iron was.
I rubbed the ropes on the irons and they started to cut.
About a minute later, the ropes were off and my hands were free.

I removed the duck tape from my lips and brought out my phone from my pocket. They didn't know I had my phone with me so they didn't ask for it.
I called Crystal's number and as expected, she answered the call.

� Hello sis" I said as she picked up and she screamed on hearing my voice.

� Where are you?

� I'm at...

" Hey drop that phone!" A hefty looking man said and pointed a gun at me.

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Crystal's POV:
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" Hello? Angelica?" I said but she didn't answer and soon after, I heard the dial button and the line disconnected.

Then an idea struck me, I can use my phone to track her location!
Genius!

I imputed her number into the app and I got the location she was, somewhere off town.

" Look sir, I need three of your police men to accompany me to where my sister is, I think I've found her location" I said to the cadet as I put my phone into my pocket.

" But you'll have to pay for that?" The cadet said and I sighed.

" Whatever, when we come back because we have no time to loose." I replied and the cadet signaled for more officers and we all went to the supposed address where Angelica was.

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Kylie's POV:
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" Uh Kylie, I think we might have a problem." Chelsea said looking out from the window.

" And what is that?" I asked.

" Crystal is here with some policemen" She announced and my eyes nearly popped out. I quickly wore my face mask.

" Bobby, Randy, Sammy!!" I called for them and they came in almost immediately.

" Someone called the police on us, I believe you know what to do." I said to them and looked at Chelsea over my shoulder and she sighed.

" Yes ma'am. Leave it to us." Bobby said and I smiled a smile satisfaction.

" Chelsea, let's bounce." I said and Chelsea came over and we ran out of the building.

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Crystal's POV:
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• The police men and I entered into the abandoned building through the supposed kitchen back door. Just then I heard footsteps and we all turned back. The men pointed their guns but nobody was there.

The next moment, all the policemen yelled in pain and I heard the sound of electric currents. I turned back and saw three hefty men holding electric tasers.

The police men fell to the floor jerking and foaming from their mouths, the men picked up the policemen's guns and smirked.

I was shivering in fear. They gave me a letter and with shaky hands, I collected it.

" What!? I should resign working with Miguel or else you won't release my sister?" I yelled summarizing the damn contents of the letter

" Yes, I'm glad you can read. And once you sign there, we'll release your sister and you'll never work with Miguel again." One of the men explained.

" So sign the contract and get your sister. Decline and we shoot a bullet right into her skull." Another one said and showed me Angelica tied up in the bathroom.

" WHAT!?"
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�The Devil's�
�Sweetheart�
[ �I HATE BOYS!� ]

✝Rated ��

�Chapter TEN�
[ Someone Saved Them...But Who? ]

�Written By�
�Author Nuella.

�Unedited�
Pardon blunders and inaccuracy

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Daniel's POV:
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• Let's see what Crystal thinks of me when I save her a**. She's gonna be indebted to me for life! Let's see how she'll avoid me now.

" It's go time." I said hoarsely and the commander in chief signalled his men and they went into the building.

I took a step closer to the window and leaned in so I could watch the action about to happen from the shadows.

• The commander and his men maneuvered the room stealthily with each of them holding a gun and their arms stretched to it's full length. The commander looked like he heard something coming from the other side of the house and he signalled his men to follow him.

I moved swiftly to the window adjacent to the backdoor. The window was a bit dirty and dusty and it was hard to see through it.

• The policemen shot one of the supposed bad guys and the other two tried to escape but they were caught by the men and handcuffed. I opened the door and went into the room.

I walked towards the bathroom and saw three policemen on the floor, I jumped over them and went into the kitchen where Crystal, the commander, the commander's policemen, Angelica, a dead man and two other men handcuffed.

" Daniel? What are you doing here! Don't tell me you're the....Woah! You're the kidnapper!" On sighting me, Crystal yelled pointing her finger at me.

" Chill Crystal.." I tried calming her down but nuh-uh, she didn't want to listen.

" Officers arrest him! I knew it wasn't that sl*t Kylie." She added and the officer smiled and tried to calm her down but to no avail.

" Calm down coffee bean!" I said and that was when she froze and stared at me. Seems like that name does wonders in her life� I knew it'll get her to shut up finally.

" If I was the one who kidnapped Angelica, I wouldn't have called the police here to come save your butt because I know you make horrible decisions when you're angry." I said with a smirk folding my arms bellow my chest while Crystal sneered at me.

" Well I guess I owe you one. Thanks for saving me and rescuing my sis." Crystal thanked me and I smiled.

" How did you know that Angelica was kidnapped?" Crystal asked and I chuckled.

" Well, I was trying to explain that to you but you were all high and mighty on me you didn't wanna hear it. Anyways, I was about to enter Miguel's office when and I overheard everything. The Crystal I know may do stupid things when she's pissed so I tracked your movements and had the cops come along." I explained and Crystal keenly listened.

" Thanks," Crystal replied and I smirked.

" Uh? Hello! I'm still tied up here." Angelica said and Crystal rushed over to where she was tied up and loosened her up.

" Thanks officers." I said to the policemen.

" Anytime Mr. Daniel. We'll be leaving now." The commander said and signalled his men and they left the building.

" You know? I wasn't really expecting you. I was hoping Miguel would come rescue us but he never showed up." Crystal said as she and Angelica came over.

" I don't know, Miguel isn't the type that's committed to doing something he promised to do. If you doubt, check his love life! He can't love someone for more than a month!" I explained to Crystal and all she did was smile and walk away with Angelica.

" You didn't even say anything." I said pursuing after her.

" That's because I don't care about Miguel nor his love life because they are unimportant to me. All I care about it working as his P.A because of all the cash and cool stuff I stand to gain." She said as the three of us walked out of the building.

" Well, okay? Have you figured out who'd try to kidnap Angelica?" I asked trying to change the subject before it gets awkward.

" Yeah, the person said Angelica will be released when I sign a paper to resign working with a Miguel. Off course that person wants me away from him and who else would want that except Kylie?" Crystal analyzed and it did seem to make sense except that I don't get why Kylie would care about Miguel and Crystal's closeness.

" I have to go now, see you again...never." She added and walked away while I just stood there stunned at what Crystal had become during these past few years.

• After Aaron, I was the next guy in Crystal's heart. We had no feelings for each other but we always had each other's back! I was like her brother and she was like my sister. I can't believe how Aaron's Mistake changed her badly andnd now....I don't even know her anymore.

I sighed, entered my car and drove away.

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• Chelsea and I entered into the car and zoomed off from the vicinity without anyone seeing us. We drove to Miguel's mansion and here we are now!

Chelsea has been panicking ever since we got back and she has also refused to say anything and it's giving me concerns�

But Heck�
Who cares?
I have a good feeling that Crystal signed those papers and I won't be seeing her near Miguel anytime soon.

My plan worked!

" Kylie! We're so doomed!" Chelsea exclaimed fearfully and I stared at her confused.

" And why do you say that?" I asked her and she sighed then stood up from the couch and began pacing round the room.

" Well you know, Crystal could be saved and we'll loose everything because she won't sign the papers and Angelica may also be rescued plus, she may even lead the cops right to us just like it happens in the movies or all these books we read on the internet." Chelsea yammered peevishly and I sighed.

" Well Chelsea, this isn't a movie or a script from one of your films and neither is it a story posted on the internet this is real life! There's no way Crystal will be rescued! Stop fantasizing." I said to her and she rolled her eyes and sat down on the couch.

Well Chelsea does have a point�
There's possibility of what she just said happening,
But like I said, this is real life and
it's only in movies and stories that the good guys win always.
This is reality and in reality the bad guys win�

• The door opened and Miguel stormed in hastily. He tossed his jacket to the couch and ran upstairs. Moments later, he's back with the keys to his Benz and was about to go outside.

" Hold up! Where are you going too?" Chelsea asked and Miguel paused, sighed then faced us.

" And more importantly, where are you coming from hastily?" I asked as I rose from my sitting position. I gave Chelsea a knowing look and she smiled faintly.

" Crystal's sister has been kidnapped and I was on my way to help them but my car broke down and I wasn't able to fix it so I left Leo the driver there and called Charles to get me another car but he hasn't come back and it's been two hours, so I decided to come home myself." Miguel explained and just as he was done, Daniel came in.

" Hey bro, sis, Kylie." He greeted waving to each of us respectively as he came in.

" Hi, have you heard that Angelica has been kidnapped?" Miguel said to Daniel.

Why is he spreading the news?!
� I don't wanna hear that girl's name again!

" Yeah, Lucky for she and her sister, I saved them with the help of Commander Duke off course!" Daniel said smiling and Chelsea and I were left dumbstruck.

" WHAT!?" We both chorused!
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" Why are you guys so surprised?" Miguel asked looking at us suspiciously.

" Well we were just amazed on how Daniel was able to save Angelica from the kidnapers." Chelsea chipped in and it seems like Miguel bought it. Thank God she spoke or else we could've been busted at the spot!

Finally, she accomplishes something with her horse brain!

" Yeah, we're so amazed!" I said to Miguel and Daniel stood there looking all cheesy. I mouthed "Thank You" to Chelsea and she gave me a thumbs up.

" Well Miguel, why don't I give you a full body massage in your room?" I asked as I went to where Miguel stood and massaged his shoulders.

" Not now Kylie, I have to go see whether Crystal and her sister are okay." Miguel said gently removing my hands from his shoulders.

" And don't you have to be at work Kylie?" Daniel said standing akimbo.

" Yeah, you've been away from work since the hour of 9:00am and now it's half past 2pm." Chelsea said looking at her watch and then it struck me that I've been away from work for so long!

" I have to go now!" I said and picked up my bag and left the house.

Well, Boss shouldn't be so angry at me?
Well even if he is, a night with me might change his mind�

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Crystal's POV:
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• Angelica and I returned back home and I was damn exhausted. She didn't say a word to me while we drove back home and I guess I know why...

" Hey Angie," I called and she looked at me.

" I'm sorry." I added and she sighed.

" It's no use. What has been done, has been done! Besides, I'm safe now. Thanks a lot." She replied and turned to leave but I held her back.

" I realise my mistake okay? I neglected you and it was my fault you were kidnapped because assuming we went to your school together, you would've been safe in my arms." I said to her and held her hand.

" No matter what Angelica, I'll always be there for you from now henceforth! That's because I love you so much and I'll do anything for you." I added and she smiled and hugged me.

" I love you too." I said embracing her.

" How about I make it up to you? This Saturday will be Sister Night! Just me and you and we'll do anything you want." I said as we disengaged from the hug.

" I'm looking forward to it sis," She said and went into the kitchen.

• I sat on the couch and brought out my phone to call Lolita and tell her all that happened but that was when Miguel barged into my house.

" You know Mr. Man, there's this new thing and it's called knocking!" I yelled at him dropping my phone.

" I have no time for your sass and sarcasm sweetheart. How are you doing? Are you alright? Is Angelica fine? Did they hurt you guys?" Miguel asked paranoid and sat beside me.

" Fine, Yeah, Yeah aaaand Nope." I said answering all his questions in one sentence.

" Oh Good, I was really worried about you guys!" He said and I smiled.

" I know you're having double thoughts about working with me after all that has happened. This is America and you have some rights. I'll give you some time to think about working with me. You can still keep the house and car either ways." Miguel announced and I was speechless.

" I just came to check on you guys, and since you all are fine. I'll be leaving." Miguel said and left the house.

He is right,
Working with him caused all this.
But should I stop or not?

• My phone beeped, it was a message from Daniel.

What in God's name does he want from me!?
I'm starting to think this dude has ulterior motives!

� Hey there" His message read and I sighed before answering it.

� What do you want?

A minute later..

� I want us to talk, there's something I wanna tell you.

� More lies? Thank you, but I'm not in the mood for that.

Forty-five seconds later.

� Please just meet me at Olivia's Diner again tonight at 8pm. Remember you said you owe me. And this is what I want.

• So he wants me to come meet him again? So he can tell me more Aaron lies!?
Hell no!

But I did say I owe him and Crystal doesn't fall back on her words,
Curse my perfect mouth for saying those words earlier.

• I went upstairs and dressed into something cozy, I wasn't going for a fancy dress party. I put on some makeup and was ready to go.

" Hey Angie! I have to go somewhere. Lolita will be back any minute." I yelled from the living room.

" Okay! Bye!" She replied and I left the house and drove to Olivia's diner.

• As the last time, he was sitting at the far end of the room and I sighed and went to meet him.

" I have things doing and I give you only ten minutes to spit out what you wanna tell me." I said to him as I sat down.

" Jeez relax coffee bean, let's eat something." He said trying to signal a waiter.

" No, I've already eaten before I came here. Besides, I have a load of food at home so I won't be hungry later. So say what you wanna say." I said to him a bit frustrated and he sighed.

" Okay Crystal, I brought you here to just tell you how I've feeling these past few days of remeeting you." Daniel said and I rolled my eyes and slumped in my chair.

" Crystal, I like you and I want us to be more than friends."

" WHAT!?"
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�The Devil's�
�Sweetheart�
[ �I HATE BOYS!� ]

✝Rated ��

�Chapter ELEVEN�
[ Love Wars -Part One ]

�Written By�
�Author Nuella.

✨Crystal's POV:✨
I sniggered then asked,
" More than friends?"

" Yes." Daniel replied and grinned with and face refuted his expectation of a positive answer.

I leaned my arms on the table and smirked at him, making sure I had direct eye contact with him.

" So you want us to be more than friends? Like you want us to date?" I asked and he smiled then gently picked up my left arm from the table and squeezed it gently as well.

" Yes," He replied.

• I released my hand from his and gave him a resounding slap on his left cheek. The restaurant's attention was on us yet again because of the echo of the slap. I eyed him from top to bottom then picked up my bag and strutted out of the restaurant.

What a pathetic attempt to ask me out!
What the hell does he take me for?
A girl who doesn't know her left from right?
One who doesn't learn lessons?
His friend gave me an injury that can never be healed and now he has been sent by the demons to completely shatter me!?

Never!
I won't be broken twice, never!

• It was raining and the downpour was quite fierce and heavy accompanied with the whistling wind that blew making the old oak trees around bend to it's force.
My car was parked across the road and it's very hard to see because like I stated earlier, the rain was damn heavy and I could hardly see coupled with the fact that I was getting soaked.

About to cross the road,
I felt a familiar hand grasp my arm and I turned back and slapped the person. I knew it was Daniel that's why I slapped him.

" Let go off me!" I said shrugging off his grip.

" Please Crystal, just let me in! Give me one chance to prove myself worthy of your love. I beg of you." Daniel said on the top of his lungs probably because the sound of the rain won't allow me to hear him if he spoke with his normal voice.

But shouting or not, that changes absolutely nothing!

" Did you just vomit that gibberish from your word hole?! I should accept you so you can finish the remains of what Aaron left? It will never happen, not even in your wildest dreams." I fired back at him and tried to cross the road and then he held my hand and made me face him. Grasping my waist, he pulled me closer to him

" Please Crystal give me one chance. You're beautiful, selfless, strong and courageous and I really want us to be more than friends." He spoke and tucked in loose strands of my hair behind my ear.

I released myself from his grip and pushed him away.

" What a ridiculous assay to make me fall for you! Look we aren't even friends talk less of being more than friends. But if you touch me one more time, I'll make sure we're more than enemies." I warned him sternly nearly pointing my fingers into his eyes.

" But Crystal..." He tried protesting but I shut him up.

" Don't 'But Crystal' me. Respect your boundaries and go tell Aaron that his plan failed." I snapped back at him then finally crossed the road. I entered into car and drove off.

I know he doesn't love me at all!
He was sent by Aaron to come and break my heart for the second time.
What has my life turned into?
This all started the very first moment I saw Miguel!
Assuming I hadn't seen him, I wouldn't have seen this dumb brother of his!
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• I arrived home and was glad, at least I'm in my safe heaven. No Miguel, No Daniel and No Kylie. Just me, my bes and my sister.

I walked towards my room and was blocked by Lolita right at the entrance.

She shook her head, hissed and folded her arms then said,
" You aren't going inside your room again without saying a word to any of us. You've changed bes." She said and I sighed.

" I haven't, how about I tell you all that happened today?" I said to her and her face lot up with beaming smiles plus, I really need to talk to someone about everything and Lolita is the right person.
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" You mean Daniel, Miguel's brother asked you to be his girlfriend? Epic!" She chortled after I had explained everything.

" I never said he asked me to be his girlfriend. I said he asked that we should be more than friends." I said to her filing my toenails.

" Same thing! Besides what did you tell him?" She asked and I chuckled.

" I slapped him...twice." I said feeling proud of myself and my actions.

" Typical Crystal! But are you sure you don't have any feeling for him?"

" Tell me which suits my nails. Blue or Pink?" I asked showing her the two bottles of nail polish trying to change the subject.

" Any colour. Now stop trying to change the subject and tell me do you like Daniel?" She asked again and I dropped the bottles of nail polish and sighed.

" I have no feelings for him or any other guy!" I said emphasizing my seriousness hitting my fist hardly on the bed.

" If you say so...time will tell." Lolita said and winked while I rolled my eyes.

• Lolita and I had a lot of catching up to do because for about a week now, I haven't said anything to her and we shared a lot of chats and laughs. It feels so good to have my best friend back...and my sister as well.
Angelica, Lolita and I watched a movie till late in the night and after that we all retired to bed and got enough rest for the next day.

����The Next Day:����

• The sun rays that emitted from the open window in my bedroom and the somewhat burning sensation caused by the rays when they landed on my cheek was what knocked me out from 'Dreams Ville'. My eyes fluttered open and I yawned heavily before stretching while trying to sit atop of the bed.

" A Brand New Day..." I muttered as I looked outside through the window and witnessed the cool arena because of the rain that fell last night. The birds chirped happily and listened to the soothing sound they produced.

I checked the time on my alarm clock, it was already few minutes to 8am. I have to get prepped up for work or else I'll be late and Miguel won't let me hear the end of it.

• I got off my bed and went into the bathroom to have a bath and brush my teeth then got dressed in one of the new clothes I just bought then went downstairs to eat breakfast, solely prepared by Lolita.
She's the cook around here�
She has awesome culinary skills and can whip off anything at all even in the shortest amount of time.
So she handles the cooking.

• I ate breakfast and offered to drop Angelica at school today in a bid to make-up for what happened yesterday. After dropping her at school, I decided to pay Kylie a little visit because I know she is the perpetrator.

Even though Angelica has refused to tell me anything about the kidnap so I'll have to find out myself.

• I alighted from my ride and went into the restaurant. I took off my glasses and sighed looking around the rathole or a restaurant. Kylie was coming out of the hole with a tray in her hand coming towards my direction. She was shocked on sighting me but nevertheless, she continued advancing towards the direction.

She served the man sitting beside me with the drinks in the tray and was about to walk away ignoring me.

" Hey stop there." I said and she froze in her tracks.

She turned back and looked at me then clutched the tray to her chest and sighed.

" What do you want?" She asked and I chuckled.

" Listen, you may not want to admit it but very soon you will, trust me on this. I know you're responsible for Angelica's kidnap." I said to her and she was about to talk...maybe to lie or deny it but I didn't give her the chance.

" You just shut up and listen! You're on my watch and you will rot in jail trust me!" I yelled in her face and sh chuckled.

" You think I did it huh? Prove it. Prove it!" She said in my face and I didn't have anything to say because I don't have any proof but the guts of a woman never lies and my guts say it's Kylie.

" There is nothing to prove! There is nothing at all to prove! The air, the clouds, the skies, the four walls of this rathole restaurant and trees are a witness to this day, this moment when I tell you that you will rot in freaking jail. Mark my words." I said to her and flipped my hair in her face and strutted out of the restaurant leaving her stunned.

• I drove to the office complex and entered into my office. I slumped into my chair and tears dropped from my eyes. Life is so unfair to me, the very moment my mother, father and other siblings were pronounced dead, that very moment an ample part of my happiness and sanity vanished!
I was left with just my sister, I had no one else. That bastard of a boy Aaron broke my heart and I concluded that this life is full of wicked beings especially men.

Now In this twisted life of mine, I came across Miguel and now my life has turned to a living hell.
Everyday there's new trouble!
But at least, he saved my sister and gave me a roof over my head so it makes it a lot bearable.

• Hours into work, my head was spinning. I was thinking about everything going on in my life and no matter how hard I try to avert the thoughts, they keep coming back in ten folds.

I can't take this anymore!
I have to get a drink.

• I went out of my office and took a drive to one of the neatest bars in town. Hillside 99 was the name of the bar, mostly because it was on a hillside.

" Whisky." I told the bar man and he nodded and went to get it.
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• Wallowing in my sorrows and drinking my senses away, I think I've had like six bottles and sincerely I can't feel any part of my body. I paid the bar man and went outside the bar. It was few minutes past seven pm and the stars and moon had come out to play. I went to the hill to view this wondrous sight.

Few minutes later, the wind began to blow and I lost my balance and slipped off the cliff but someone grabbed me.

I turned back to see...,

����Miguel's POV:����
I was in my office drafting out a new strategy for business. I really need Crystal's help on this.

I dialled her office line and it rang countless times but no answer.

" Beatrice!" I yelled summoning her presence and few moments later she scampered into the office.

" Boss." She said as she came in.

" Where is Crystal?" I asked her.

" She left some hours ago." She replied and I was surprised. She left without my permission?

" You can go now." I said and she left the office and just then Kylie walked in.

" Hey." She said and sat on the couch. I got off my chair and went to where she sat.

" Hi lovely." I replied her and she pecked my cheek.

" How are you?" She asked and I smiled.

" I'm fine dear." I replied.

" What about you?" I asked and she sighed and frowned.

" Well I'm not too fine." She replied and I sat beside her and stroke her hair.

" What happened to my baby?" I asked and she pouted sadly.

" It's your P.A Crystal. She came to harass me at the restaurant today claiming that I kidnapped her sister. I don't even know whether she has a sister or not." She explained and I was shocked.

" Typical Crystal." I muttered to myself and smirked.

" What did you say?"

" Nothing, don't worry about it. I'm sure Crystal misunderstood the whole situation." I said trying to console her.

" No, she was serious. She even threatened to get me arrested." She said and leaned her head on my chest.

" Will a kiss make you feel better?" I asked and not waiting for her reply, I kissed her lips softly.

" I love you." She said and I smiled.

" I know you do." I replied and pecked her cheek.

" I'll go see whether Beatrice has some coffee." She said and strutted out of my office.

I watched her till she left the office. She's so beautiful and sexy.

I think...I think I might be falling in love her....for real.
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�The Devil's�
�Sweetheart�
[ �I HATE BOYS!� ]

✝Rated ��

�Chapter TWELVE�
[ Love Wars -Part Two ]

�Written By�
�Author Nuella.

✨✨Crystal's POV:✨✨
Someone grabbed my hand and held me tight preventing me from falling. I turned back and saw Daniel.

He pulled me back up and I stood upright then said,
" I'm starting to believe that you follow me around this town." I said folding my arms tapping my feet on the rocky hill.

" I don't think that's the proper way for saying 'Thank you for saving my life.' " Daniel said and I rolled my eyes. I went closer to the steep and looked down the cliff. It was a really long distance from the cliff to the land beneath it and anyone who falls from it will definitely die.

" I guess I do have thank you." I reluctantly said looking away from the edge of the cliff.

" So say it." He said and I groaned loudly while he chuckled.

" Thank you for saving my life. You happy now?" I said to him and walked down the hill and he followed.

" Yeah, feels so good to hear that from you." He said and I rolled my eyes.

" Don't get to cocky about it okay?" I said to him and he sneered at me and I sneered back.

" Look even if we can't be together in a relationship. I really want to be on your good side, can we be friends at least?" He asked me as we got to the bottom of the hill and I sighed then faced him.

Well...I guess I could loosed up a bit to him,
Maybe we can be friends but not more than that!
Because I can't stand being in a relationship without another boy,
I'm gonna loose it!

" Fine, we can be friends." I said to him and he smiled.

" So can I buy you coffee sometime? Coffee bean." He said and wore a smirk.

" Why not? But not right now, I'm damn drunk and I may have a hangover tomorrow." I said and he laughed.

" You don't even look like someone who is drunk. You're so...held together." Daniel said and I chuckled.

" So can I drop you home?" He asked and I shook my head in disapproval.

" Nah, I brought my car with me." I replied and walked away from him.

" Good night!" He yelled and I paused then turned and faced him.

" Good night." I replied then went home.

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• I just woke up from my evening nap and I got off my bed then grabbed my book and reading glasses then went to the kitchen and took a glass of orange juice and then I was ready.

I wore my glasses and with my book in my left hand and my glass of drink in my right hand, I went to the living room to read this book called " Tears and Roses" by one of my favorite authors while I waited for Crystal to come back from work.
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Almost done finishing my three hundred and fifty nine paged book, the door creaked open and Crystal walked in looking quite elated.

" What's behind that smile on my bestie's face?" I asked her closing my book while she blushed a bit.

" I've never seen that kind of blush since the days of Aaron. So tell me, have you fallen in love again?" I added as she rolled her eyes and sat next to me.

" No Lolita, I am not in love with anyone and I never will be." Crystal said and I gave her a knowing look.

" Never say Never bes." I quoted and removed my glasses.

" I made peace with Daniel." She said and grabbed my glass of orange juice.

I tried to collect it from her but she had already gulped it down, then I said:

" That's mine! Get your own." I whined and collected the empty glass from her and dropped it on the table while she chuckled.

" Stop being a baby and listen to me!" She said and I shrugged and rolled my eyes.

" I'm listening..."

" I almost died today, I nearly fell off the hill but I don't know hoe but Daniel was there to save me." Crystal said and I smiled slyly.

" This is the second time he's saving your life Crystal, doesn't he deserve a chance in that cage-like heart of yours?" I said and she hit my shoulders playfully and I clutched them immediately because the hit was quite painful.

" Shut up! The least I could do was warm up to him and we're friends now...nothing more." Crystal emphasized and I laughed.

" L O L Crystal! I can't believe you left Daniel hanging!" I said to her and she shook her head in disapproval.

" I didn't leave him hanging. I gave him a big NO and two twin slaps." She replied and I laughed even harder than before.

" But do you know I had the strangest dream while I slept." I said and Crystal nodded then shook the empty glass that once contained my orange juice then pouted sadly.

" I'll listen to your weird dream if you refill this glass with chilled orange juice." She said and stretched the glass to me and I groaned.

" Ugh!"

" Please..."

She begged with the puppy dog eyes.

" Fine." I said reluctantly collecting the glass from her and walked to the kitchen.

" And add some ice cubes okay?" She yelled and I rolled my eyes then went into the kitchen.
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" I'm back with your dumb drink." I said and gave her the glass of drink and she took a sip out of it.

" Thanks bes." She replied as I sat down and she took another sip.

" Alright, I'm ready to hear your dream." She added and I sighed then spoke.

" I saw myself getting married to this handsome man, he had really fair skin; his skin wasn't tanned. He had brown hair and the eyes of a semi god and the lips of an angel. Not to mention he was muscular and......"

" Can we get to the main part of the dream?" Crystal chipped in interrupting me. I sighed and continued.

" Anyways, my point it my dreams always come through within a short period of time I have them so expect the wedding bells soon!" I announced and Crystal laughed so hard she nearly choked on her drink.

" Says the girl who doesn't even have a boyfriend talk less of a fiancee." Crystal said with a scornful laugh and I sighed.

" Dreams do come true Crystal." I said as she laughed and got off the couch.

" I'm hungry and I'd like to eat, I really want that dream to come true." She said and laughed her way to Angelica's room.

✨✨Crystal's POV:✨✨

Daniel and I hung out more often and we started to know ourselves all over again. He had really changed, he wasn't the nineteen year old softie I used to know when I was younger. He had acquired a more mature approach to life and I love that!
Miguel on the other hand has been a big ol' jerk as usual. Making pitiful advances to make me 'moan his name' as he likes to say. Meanwhile he is dating Kylie.
Such a twisted life huh�

�Two Weeks Later,�

• The door opened and Lolita came inside looking excited and happy.

" Crystal you won't believe what happened today!" She announced as she came in.

" What?"

" On my way to the market, I met this fortune teller and I decided to have my fortune read." Lolita said and I rolled my eyes.

" Wow! How awesome." I said sarcastically.

" She predicted that I'll meet my dream guy sooner than I think." Lolita said elatedly.

" Lolita Abigail Hernandez. Fortune tellers are fakes! They just take your money and give you fake predictions!" I explained to her but she didn't want to listen.
She's the type who likes to do what's on her mind and doesn't want to listen to what anyone else wants to say.

" You'll see. And then, I'll rub it in your face." Lolita said and dropped the groceries on the table.

" I going back to work." I said and wore my jacket.

" I was wondering why you came back early today." She said.

" I came to pick up something for Miguel." I replied.

" All right see you later." She said and I left the office.

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The door to Miguel's office opened and Crystal walked in holding some files, the ones she forgot at home.

" Here are the dumb files you made me go all the way home to get." Crystal said and dropped the files on Miguel's desk and they landed with a thud.

" Look this files are very important and I need them to complete the partnership documents for ACE companies." Miguel explained and Crystal just rolled her eyes.

" Whatever just don't make me go all the way home to get anything for you." Crystal warned and Miguel smirked then stood up from his chair.

" It's not my fault that you left important documents at home due to your carelessness." Miguel said as he walked in circles around the office.

" It's not my fault I have a boss that makes me take work supposed to be done in the office to my house!" Crystal fired back at Miguel and he sighed.

" I'll forgive you, if you kiss me." Miguel said and went closer to Crystal.

" Eew No!" Crystal said and pushed Miguel back. But he grabbed her by her waist and held her tight.

" Let go off me!" She yelled and hit Miguel but he didn't let go.

" I hate you so much!!" Crystal yelled and continued hitting Miguel, but her resistance was futile. Miguel leaned in and kissed her.

And just then, The door opened and Kylie came in.

" WHAT!?" She yelled on sighting Miguel and Kylie kissing.
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�The Devil's�
�Sweetheart�
[ �I HATE BOYS!� ]

✝Rated ��

�Chapter THIRTEEN�
[ Love Wars -Part Three ]

�Written By�
�Author Nuella.

✨✨Crystal's POV:✨✨
Miguel placed his lips on mine,
I slapped him instantly and pushed him away.

" WHAT!?" I heard in Kylie's voice. I turned and saw her mesmerized and stunned at the door.

" Your girlfriend is here, why don't you continue kissing her?" I said and Miguel's eyes darted to the door to behold his girlfriend's bewildered face.

" Miguel...I hate you!" Kylie yelled and ran away from the doorpost.

" Kylie!" Miguel called out but she didn't look back, she ran out of the office.

I chuckled and said,
" Next time don't place your lips on any other girl's exept from your girlfriend. love-vendor!" I cursed then strutted out of his office.

On my way back to my office, I saw Kylie crying next to a pillar. I laughed briefly then continued walking.

" Why do always love to take things away from me?" She whimpered and I paused in my tracks.

" Maybe it's because I'm real and you're fake. Or maybe because the only thing you have to offer to the society is your body. Why don't you think about it." I replied and she stared at me with tears dripping from her eyes, I was stunned.

Kylie cry over a boy?
Maybe she does actually LOVE Miguel and is not with him just for his money.
And seeing him kissing me was just an accident.
I should apologize on behalf of her pimping boyfriend.

" Look, I'm sorry. It's not my fault, it's your boyfriend who kissed me. Left to me, I don't have any business with him. You should be pissed at him and not me." I said and not waiting for her reply, I walked to my office.

����Miguel's POV:����
Damn!
Damn, Damn, Damn!

" What sort of thing is this?" I asked myself hitting my fist hardly on my desk.

Why did Kylie have to walk in now!
Is it possible to love two people?
No!

I love Kylie and I want Crystal's body!
Two different things.

So why, why can't I control myself when I'm around her.
Dear Lord, don't tell me I have feelings for Crystal.
That would be jeopardy.

• I heard a soft knock and the door creaked open and Beatrice's head peered in.

" Can I come in?" She asked softly and I nodded affirmatively and sat on my desk as she came in.

" Boss, ACE companies just sent an email requesting for the partnership documents if we're still interested." Beatrice stated and I searched my drawers and brought out the partnership files and carried the one Crystal just brought and gave them to Beatrice. She collected them and glanced through the pages.

" But boss, how am I supposed to give them the papers? They've been communicating to us through emails." Beatrice asked and I picked up my phone and dialed Cosmos, the agent for ACE companies.

� Hello Cosmos, this is Miguel Nicholas CEO of MN Businesses and I'm reaching you based on the partnership contract I have with your company, ACE companies.

� Oh? Good Afternoon sir.

� Yes, I'll need you to come to my office and pick up the partnership papers and give them to your boss.

� Will do sir, I'm on my way." He said and I hung up the call.

" I believe your questionhas been answered. Their representative will be here to pick up the documents soon." I said to Beatrice and she smiled and left the office.

Okay, now she's gone.
Let's talk about my love triangle now.

• The door opened and Kylie ran in bursting with tears. She sat down on the couch and bowed her head down covering her face with her palms and crying loudly.

" Look, I'm sorry." I said but she didn't even look up. I sighed and got off my chair then went to the couch where she sat and sat beside her.

" It was a mistake," I added and touched her back but she snapped at me.

" Don't you dare lay your cheating hands on me!" She yelled and I kept my hands to myself and she raised her head up.

" I'm sorry! She was just so tempting and I couldn't resist. I'm just so sorry!" I tried to explain to her but she refused to listen.

" It'll never happen again, I swear. I'll do anything to make it up to you." I begged and she finally looked up and stared at me.

" You'll do anything?" She asked softly.

" Yes, anything within my power." I replied and she smiled.

" I want you to fire Crystal!" She said.

" WHAT!?"

✨✨Chealsea's POV:✨✨
• I was seated in the living room watching 'Botched' on E Entertainment and it was really interesting. It's about people who go 'under the knife' and how it all goes wrong.
It's really funny and entertaining besides, watching this makes me realize that plastic surgeries are just pure rubbish and I can never do such!

The door opened and
Kylie came in looking down cast and sad.

" Hey." She greeted and slumped into the couch.

" Hi, why that face?" I asked and she sighed and dropped her bag on the table.

" It's Crystal." She said in a melancholic tone and I knew something has gone wrong again.

" What did she do this time?" I asked and Kylie began to sob.

" After my shift today, I decided to go see Miguel in his office y'know, to surprise him. Lo and Behold I saw him kissing Crystal." Kylie explained and my eyes nearly exploded after hearing this shocker news.

" Crystal did what?" I heard Daniel ask and I turned back to see him right in front of the kitchen holding a glass of wine and looking at us like he just saw a ghost.

" Nothing, she didn't do anything." I quickly covered up and he stared at me suspiciously then went upstairs.

" Try to lower your voice around here okay? Even if my brothers don't overhear us but we have pesky and nosy maids around here and they can blab whatever they hear to Miguel or Daniel." I explained to Kylie and she nodded and wiped her tears.

" So Miguel kissed Crystal?" I asked in a low tone and Kylie nodded and the sobs began again.

" Well, Miguel said it was an accident but I can't help but think that he's gradually falling for her and I may loose him at the end of the day." Kylie said and started crying loudly and I beckoned on her to quiet down a bit.

" He offered to do anything I want and I asked him to fire Crystal but he faked a call and left his office and didn't come back inside till I got tired of waiting and left." Kylie further narrated and I felt pity on her. I really want her to get married to my brother.

" Are you guys dating? Like has he asked you out and you accepted? ."

" Yes, two weeks ago." Kylie whimpered and I had an idea.

Why can't Miguel marry her?
Once a man makes commitments to one woman through marriage, it'll be very hard for him to look at another woman.

" Why don't you ask him for marriage?" I suggested and Kylie starred at me surprised.

" Chelsea, it's not really ideal for a woman to propose to a man." Kylie responded and I chuckled.

" No my friend, I didn't say you should propose to him silly! I meant you should hint him that you wanna get married to him." I suggested and she smiled slyly.

" I love that plan Chelsea," She said and I chuckled.

" And I can also talk to him today and suggest that he gets married to you." I said to her and she squealed.

" You're the best!" She said and hugged me.

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• I can't believe Kylie asked me to fire Crystal?
Does she know that Crystal manages my businesses and funds very well?
Does she also know that ever since Crystal started working with me, my business has recorded triple the gains and profits?
Or does she also know that I now have more contracts than usual?

Isn't it evident that Crystal is luck?
Is she not my good luck charm?

I can't loose her in this business so I can't fire her. Even though I may love Kylie but risking my business isn't worth it at all.

• I don't think I can stay in this office for much longer. I need to go home, take a shower and rest my head because of this rollercoaster happening in my life.

But hold on a bit,
Kylie asked me to fire Crystal, and those were the exact demands of the ones who kidnapped Angelica.

Can it be that Kylie kidnapped...
No! I don't want to think or assume that!

I like to give people the benefit of doubt and same I will do to Kylie.
But if I find out that she is the one responsible, I will tear her apart and make sure she rots in jail!

• I picked up my phones and went out of my office and told Beatrice to cancel all my appointments for the day and when she sees Crystal, she should inform her that I have left and she can go home if she wants.
With that concluded,
I went out of the complex and signalled my driver then he drove me home.
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• I alighted from the car and went inside the house. I saw Chelsea watching a movie. Immediately she saw me, she ran to hug me.

" You're back." She said as she embraced me.

" Yeah, I'd like to be alone for the rest of the day." I said and removed her arms from my body.

" Why?" She asked and I sighed and walked upstairs.

" Is it because you kissed Crystal and Kylie caught you?" She asked and wore a smirk and I was shocked on how she discovered.

" How did you know?" I asked.

" Have you forgotten Kylie and I are like 5 and 6? She just left here some minutes before you came in." Chelsea said and I sighed again.

" Look, to avoid all this temptations your P.A is bringing, why don't you marry Kylie since you can't fire Crystal?"

" WHAT!? Marry Kylie?"

✨✨Crystal's POV:✨✨
" Yes Beatrice how may I help you?" I asked as I sensed her presence in my office despite my attention being on something else.

" Well, Miguel said I should tell you that he's going home early and if you wanna go home early then you can too." Beatrice said and I was very happy.

Happy because I could get ready to meet Daniel later today but on the other hand, I was shocked on why Miguel decided to go home.

" Thanks Beatrice, you can leave now." I said and she smiled then left.

• I hurriedly packed up and left the office as fast as I could so I could get home in time.
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�At Home,�
��An Hour Later:��

" Angelica get me my necklace will ya?" I yelled from the living room as I zipped up my dress.

" All Right, I'll be there with it in a minute." She shouted.

The door opened and I turned back to see Daniel.

" Hey, what a surprise!" I said to him as he came in with a faint smile.

" Yeah, I wanted to meet you at home so we could talk." Daniel said and I was shocked.

" Talk about what?"

" Well, about you and your life." He said and paced round the room.

" I don't understand?"

" Why did you kiss Miguel?" He asked and I was shocked. Just then Angelica came into the room.

" I've got your necklace." She said and gave me the necklace.

" Thanks." I said and she turned to leave but paused and turned back then looked at Daniel.

" You're the man who saved me that day." She said and Daniel smiled.

" Oh, it's no big deal." Daniel said and she laughed.

" It is. Thanks anyways." Mia said and left the room.

Just then Lolita came in holding the toilet plunger.

" Crystal the toilet is clogged and I can't fix it can we call a...." Lolita said but froze on sighting Daniel.

" Crystal, who is that?" She asked pointing at Daniel.

" Oh, this is Daniel my friend. The one I've been telling you about." I said and the plunger dropped from her hand and her jaw dropped.

" WHAT!?"
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�Chapter FOURTEEN�
[ Love Wars -Part Four ]

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�Totally Unedited�
Bear with me and Manage.

✨✨Crystal's POV:✨✨

" I can't believe this!" Lolita said still stunned on sighting Daniel.

She started moving backwards with her gaze still fixed on Daniel and after a few steps, she ran into the room.

To say the truth, if there was a word beyond shocked, that's exactly what I feel now.

" What is wrong with her?" Daniel asked and I twitched my lips and faced him.

" I wish I knew..." I muttered to myself.

" Let me go find out. Excuse me." I said to Daniel and he nodded then I walked to Lolita's room.

I opened the door and saw her sitting upright on her bed staring blankly and her face was pale...emotionless.

" What happened back there?" I asked still standing at the doorpost. She didn't reply, she didn't even shake or move a bit.

" I believe I'm talking to a living being." I said and walked to where she sat and sighed then sat next to her.

" Lolita.." I called her name softly as I tapped her back. Her arm twitched a bit and I rested my arms on her shoulders and pulled her closer to me slightly.

" Crystal, I'm scared." She managed to say in a very low tone and I was puzzled.

Why is she scared?

" Scared? Why would you be scared? Is anything wrong with Daniel?" I asked and she shrugged a bit then removed my arms from her shoulders and got off the bed.

" I'm scared because, the one man you've found happiness in after Aaron is..." Lolita stated as she got up but paused abruptly.

" Is what Lolita?" I beckoned on her to complete her statement and she sighed heavily.

" Is the man I see in my dreams almost every night...the one the fortune teller said I'll be with." Lolita said and started to sob softly.

" Is that why you're crying? Because of a daydream you had or what that fake fortuneteller told you?!" I inquired and she looked at me with tears fogging up in her eyes.

" Crystal, Daniel has made you realize the good men exist! He loves you and deep down in that caged heart of yours, I know you love him too..." Lolita said and I was surprised.

Me love Daniel?
Impossible!

" I don't love..."

" Shush Crystal! Don't deny it. You love him but you're to shy to own up to it. We've been friends for almost five and you and I know that my dreams always come TRUE Crystal...they always do." She snapped not allowing me to protest.

" I got married to Daniel in my dreams. I don't want to be the one blocking your happiness Crystal. When you've finally loosened up a bit. It's best I leave this town." Lolita said and I got up from the chair and grabbed her by her shoulder and made her face me.

" Are you out of your mind? I never said I love Daniel. If at all I feel anything for Daniel, what I feel is just pity and because I he saved my life twice. I don't love him and if you too are meant to be then so be it!" I yelled to Lolita then turned and walked out of the room.

" You know you love him, but your stubborn self won't admit it." Lolita said softly and I shrugged and left the room.

����Lolita's POV:����

Without replying, she left the room and shut the door loudly nearly shaking the building to it's foundation.

" She won't be in the mood to hangout with Daniel after this." I thought and dimmed it fit to tell Daniel to go home and come see her another time.

• I left the room and went to the living room and saw Daniel pacing round the room lost in thoughts.

He is even more handsome in reality than he is in my dreams.
He is so dreamy and I've already fallen for him.

I don't know how my dreams are gonna come true but I sincerely hope they will...
But that will be at the detriment of my friends happiness and I'm very sure after this, she'll never love again.

" Hey." I greeted and he looked around from where the sound came from. I took a few steps into the light and he saw me, I smiled faintly and walked up to him.

" I'm very sorry for what happened earlier." I apologized shyly and he smiled.

" It's okay. But if I may ask, why were so shocked on seeing me? Have we met?" He asked and I started to fidget.

What do I tell him?
That he's my dream man!?
He'll think I'm a freak!

✨✨Crystal's POV:✨✨
• With what happened still fresh on my mind, I decided to go have a drink. I think there should be one in the living room bar.

I walked out of my room and went to the living room. As I stepped foot into the living room, I saw Daniel and Lolita talking.
I decided to go back into the shadows and hear what they're saying.

" Oh, I just mistook you for someone else." Lolita nervously said without looking at Daniel in the eye. I knew she was lying because her nervous look coupled with no eye contact is her "I'm lying face."

" No, you were really sure that you knew me. Is there anything you wanna say to me?" Daniel asked Lolita and she started fidgeting and sweating profusely. Oh no! She's panicking.

" Uh...Crystal is really not in the mood to talk to you now. Can you go and come back later?" Lolita said to Daniel and he looked at her suspiciously.

" Okay, ask her if tomorrow night is okay by her." Daniel said and Lolita nodded.

" I will." Lolita replied and Daniel smiled then turned to leave, but shortly after he turned back and faced Lolita.

" Crystal never told me she had a beautiful and gorgeous looking friend like you." Daniel complimented and Lolita's face flustered and her cheeks turned red as she blushed.

" Oh? Thank you. She didn't even tell me you were this handsome." Lolita said and a blush swept through Daniel's face.

" I really have to be going." He said and turned to leave but paused again and turned back looking at a book on the couch.

" Is that Tears and Roses?" He asked still looking at the book and Lolita picked it up and looked at it briefly.

" Yeah, it's my favorite book. I've read it over five times and I think I can read ten more times!" Lolita said and Daniel was stunned.

" That's my favorite book too. I even heard they've produced a movie based on the book. It's premiering at the Cinemas this Saturday." Daniel said to Lolita and she was excited.

" Wow! I really would've loved to watch it. But Saturday is two days from now and I'm sure they're out of tickets." Lolita complained clutching the book.

" Well that's no problem. I actually purchased two tickets for my sister and I but she canceled and said she had plans on Saturday and I was hoping to take Crystal..."

" No!" Lolita yelled and I was shocked.

Aww Daniel wanted to take me to the movies?
Wait...
WHAT!?...Why doesn't she want Daniel to take me to the movies! I hope Crystal doesn't want to back stab me.

" Why No?" Daniel asked looking confused.

" Crystal hates romance movies!" Lolita said and Daniel felt embarrassed.

What!?
I may hate romance movies but that doesn't mean I won't want to go see a movie with Daniel!

It's my duty to tell him that I don't like romance movies not my friend!.
Now Daniel may think I'm purposely avoiding him.

" Oh, I can't let the ticket waste, so why don't you go with me?" Daniel said and Lolita's face lit up like a Christmas tree and she nodded.

" Yea sure." She agreed and smiled.

" So Saturday, 7pm?" Daniel asked and she nodded again.

" It's a date...I mean sure.." Lolita said and Daniel smiled at her then turned to leave.

Immediately he left, Lolita squealed happily.
" I know he didn't willingly ask me out but spending time with him and watching my now favorite movie will be a blast!" Lolita said happily and I sighed then went back into my room.
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• Daniel is going out with Lolita this Saturday, to a movie that Daniel and I were supposed to attend.
Why do I get this feeling...
This feeling...It's very familiar.
It's exactly the same...the same I felt when Aaron was with that girl. It may not be as fierce as it was back then, but it's exactly what I feel now.

A mixture of jealously and betrayal!
Does that mean I'm in love with...
NO!
It can't be!

��Chelsea's POV:��

• I went to my room and sat down on my bed. I decided to call Kylie and tell her all that has happened so far.

� Hey." I greeted as she picked up.

� Hey, how are you.

� I'm fine Kylie. I talked to Miguel about our discussion.

� Oh wow! What did he say?

� I told him to marry you and he said he'll think about it!" I said to her and she squealed happily nearly bursting my ear drums.

� Wow! I'm so happy. Thanks Chelsea! You're the best, I love you so much.

� Save all the happiness for when you say "I do" and save all the love for Miguel when you both get married!" I said and she squealed again.

� But what did he say about Crystal?

� Well, I didn't really talk to him about that but she will be out of the way once you two are married.

� I wanna eliminate her for good y'know." Kylie said and I was surprised.

� Don't tell me you wanna...

� Yes Chelsea, I wanna kill her.

� WHAT!?!

✨✨Crystal's POV:✨✨

Lost in my thoughts, I didn't know when I slept off.

• I woke up and checked the time, it was five minutes till midnight. I slumped into my bed and reached " Shush! You don't wanna wake up Angelica and Lolita do you?" He said and sat beside me.

" What are you doing here? And how did you even get into my room." I inquired angrily and he chuckled.

" You look so cute when you're mad." He complimented and I sighed at his cheap flirt.

" Whatever, how may I help you?" I asked and laid on my bed.

" I just wanted to spend time with you since you bailed out earlier today." He said and I sighed.

" It's creepy to come into a girl's room in the middle of the night claiming to spend time with her." I said to him and he laughed then sat upright.

" You're not just any girl, you're my love." Daniel said and I wanted to blush but I cant let him see my weak point" Let the blush out. Don't be shy." Daniel teased and caressed my cheeks.

" Take your hands off me. I'm not your love as well, we're just friends and I'll appreciate if you don't bring this topic up again." I said removing his hands from my cheeks.

" Alright! Whatever the Queen says." He said and I laughed.

" Anything we can play in here?" Daniel asked looking around.

" Yeah, I have some solitaire cards, if you're willing to play." I said and he nodded and I got off my bed and went to get the cards.

• We played the cards and I won once while he beat my thrice�. I was getting tired and he really needed to go home.

" I beat you three times in a row!" He yelled feeling triumphant.

" Well I won the last round and they say he who laughs last, laughs best!" I said as a comeback and we both laughed.

" I really need to be going now. It's almost three am." Daniel said and got off the bed while I arranged the cards in a sequential manner then got off the bed.

He walked towards the window and I burst out in laughter at his ridiculous idea of coming into my room through the window.

" You came in here through the window. That's a potential robbery skill you know?" I asked with my arms folded and he chuckled.

" I wanted to surprise you!" He said and I rolled my eyes and I opened the window for him.

" You're a weirdo!" I said to him and he laughed.

" Bye." He said softly and held my hand then looked into my eyes. I looked into his and we were locked in each other' s gaze with our hands interlocked.
He pulled me closer and leaned in preparing his lips for a kiss and I really wanted the kiss but...

" This isn't right." I said pushing Daniel away cursing myself within for falling in love again.

" Are you gonna slap me?" He asked and I didn't answer.

" Just go away please. " I said to him pointing at the window.

" But..."

" JUST GO!!" I yelled more loudly and he shrieked and sighed then went out of the window.

" Don't fight your inner feelings Crystal." Daniel said as he went out. Immediately he went out, I slammed the window shut.
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It's a brand new day and today is Friday!!
Which means I'm gonna hit the club and party all night!

• There I was seated in my office, enjoying my personal company and thinking about life especially what Chelsea told me yesterday.
Settling down with Kylie is not a bad idea at all.
Besides, mum has been disturbing me to get married and give her grandkids blah blah!

The door opened and Beatrice entered into the office looking happy and holding some papers.

" Guess what boss!" She said elatedly.

" I don't guess, tell me what's happening." I replied and she squealed happily and excitedly.

" ACE companies have approved the partnership contract!" She announced and I was so happy!

" That's so nice. We need to celebrate." I said jumping up from my chair.

" Why don't we celebrate in Los Angeles? " Beatrice asked and I was confused.

" Why L.A??" I asked and she laughed.

" That's because they invited us for a business briefing there this coming Monday!" Beatrice announced happily.

" Alright, I'll let you go home early so you can pack up. We're leaving tomorrow! " I said to her and she squealed happily again.

" Alright boss." She said and turned to leave.

" Can you call Crystal. Tell her I need to see her!" I commanded and she nodded then went out.

Awesome!
We're going to Los Angeles and I'll spend time with Crystal!
I hope she gives in this time.
I don't want anymore slaps from her�

" I'm here! What do you want?" Crystal asked as she came in.

" Pack your bags sweetheart! We're going to Los Angeles. "

" WHAT!?"
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�The Devil's�
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�Chapter FIFTEEN�
[ Love Wars -Part Five ]

�Written By�
�Author Nuella.

�Unedited...I'm so tired to edit biko
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✨✨Crystal's POV:✨✨

" Come with me to Los Angeles," Miguel said again and I was still bewildered on why he wants me to go to Los Angeles with him.

" Why?" I asked and he smiled.

" ACE Companies have approved the partnership program and we are asked to come down to L.A for the business briefing this Monday." Miguel said showing me the signed and approved documentations.

" And why must I go with you?" I asked as I folded my arms and he sighed.

" You're my P.A, anywhere I go you follow. Now you can go home early and pack-up. Initially, I wanted us to take the first flight tomorrow but I have changed my mind. We're taking the last flight today so meet me at the City's airport by 10pm okay?" Miguel commanded and I rolled my eyes and left his office.

• I walked straight to my office and sat down on my chair. My phone vibrated and started to ring. I checked the caller, it was Daniel of all people.

" I don't wanna talk to you." I said and disconnected the call.

Few moments later, he called again. I grunted and disconnected the call again then turned my phone and made it face the table.

About a minute later, he called again and I was getting frustrated.

" Leave me the hell alone Daniel!" I yelled and disconnected the call and switched the phone's profile to silent.

• I was trying to think about my life and how I can rearrange it's messes up surface but I couldn't concentrate. Daniel's face, smile and voice always pops in and I get distracted and start thinking about him.
Why can't he leave my head?
My fears are coming true...am I falling in love with him?

" I know you love him Crystal, but your stubborn self won't admit it.." Lolita's words rang in my head.

" Don't fight your inner feelings Crystal." Daniel's words rang in my head as well.

• These two statements kept on racing through my thoughts. I couldn't make them stop. They just kept on coming in, repeating themselves over and over again. It was like my brain was gonna explode. I couldn't think straight, If I wanna think about something else all I hear is Lolita and Daniel's saying.
Make it stop!

" Admit It, Admit It, Admit it," I kept hearing in Lolita's voice. Oh no, I'm gonna loose it! I can't take it anymore.

" I love Daniel!!" I yelled hitting my fists on the table. Realizing what I just said, I started to sob.

No, I can't fall in love again! Not after what Aaron did to me.
I don't want to fall in love again.
Dear Lord, take this feeling away from my heart!

• I bent my head with my arms leaning on the table and my soft sob turned into tears. I'm in a dilemma now, I can't take the emotional rollercoaster I'm going through right now.

My phone's screen was on and I turned the phone upright and saw it was another call from Daniel.

" I can't give in to this new feelings I have for you." I muttered and long pressed the power up button so I could switch off the phone.

As the phone was powering off, a notification of Daniel's message popped in and I was able to sight it before the phone powered off.

� Why aren't you taking my calls? We need to talk.

But sadly, the phone had already switched off before I could answer it.

" What's the use of talking to you? I love you but you're meant to be with my best friend. What is there to talk about?" I said to myself as I picked up the phone and put it in my bag.

• I really need a distraction from all this happening. If I go with Miguel to Los Angeles, I'll be able to forget about Daniel and Lolita, I won't have to listen to Angelica's tantrums and I don't have to deal with Kylie for a whole weekend. Although I have to put up with that love-vendor Miguel but I have his medicine, a slap will totally reset his brain.

" Los Angeles, here I come." I said and picked up my bag, locked up my office then drove home to start parking.

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• I took a day off from work today because I have a date with Miguel and after that, we're gonna hit Club 99 and partaaayy all night!

I checked the clock, it was almost 4pm and Miguel will be here by exactly then and I need to prep up quickly.

• I wore my shoes then added a little gel to my hair and I was through. I still had five minutes to spare and that gave me enough time to recite the rules to my little sister Cherise.

" Cherise!" I yelled her name and few moments later she scampered to the living room.

" I'm going out and I may not be back till tomorrow morning so don't wait up for me." I said to her and she nodded and turned to leave.

" I'm not done yet, come back here." I said and she grunted then turned back.

" Don't open the door to anybody and don't leave the house for any reason okay?" I instructed and she nodded.

" But my friend Angelica is coming over. We have a science project together." She said and I sighed.

" Fine, but don't let anyone else in, because we don't know who is who anymore. Our uncles may send someone to come take away this house because this is the only thing we have left." I said to her as I picked up my bag and rose from my sit.

" Yeah, Yeah okay." She said rolling her eyes.

" Bye." I said to her and then I heard a horn outside, I presumed it was Miguel. I rushed out and saw his limo parked outside.

• The glass at the rear was wined down and Miguel's face peered out.

" Come on in." He said and I smiled then entered into the limo.
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• I have never been in a limo this big and spacious before! It's so elegant and magnificent, it's like a house on wheels! One can live here you know.
I really need to get Miguel to get married to me so I can have full access to all his wealth!
I'll be one of the high lady society queens in New York or even in the whole of America, I'll be treated with respect and show my Uncles who's boss!
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• Twenty minutes later, the limo was parked in front of arguably the biggest restaurant in the whole of America, La Cuisine.

" Miguel! Our date is at La Cuisine!" I said excitedly and hugged him.

" Yeah, Yeah. I'll do anything for you!" He said and the chauffeur opened the door for us and we stepped down majestically. Holding hands, we entered into the restaurant.

• He had already reserved a table for us earlier. The waiter showed us our reserved table and we sat down.

" Get us a bottle of red wine first." Miguel told the waiter and he nodded then went away.

" You look gorgeous in this dress." Miguel complimented and I looked at my dress, it was actually beautiful but not expensive. I can't believe Miguel likes it.

" Thanks so much. You look charming yourself." I complimented and he smiled.

" Least I forget, I will be traveling later today." Miguel said and I was confused.

" I thought you said we're going partying today!" I asked.

" I have to cancel. See I'm flying to Los Angeles for a business meeting and it came impromptu." Miguel exclaimed and I pouted sadly because I was so disappointed.

" Okay when will you be back?" I asked.

" Well the meeting will be on Monday, I was hopping to spend sometime at Los Angeles and attend the Premiere of the new Fast and Furious 9. You know they used one of my houses for the film and I also spent some money for the production of the movie." Miguel explained and I sighed. The waiter came back with a bottle of wine and two glasses. He popped the
wine and poured it into the glass.

" Your drinks kind ma'am and sir." He said placing the bottle on the table.

" Thanks, take this and get yourself something." Miguel said to the waiter and brought out a bundle of money from his pocket and gave the waiter ten hundred dollars note.

" Thanks so much sir!" The waiter said elatedly as he collected the money. Miguel smiled and the waiter bowed and left.

" So who are you going with?" I asked him and took a sip out of the wine.

" Well, the directorial team, two people from the editing team, my secretary and Crystal." Miguel said and I spat out my drink on hearing Crystal's name.

Crystal!?
Crystal with Miguel for five whole days in another state!?
WHAT!?
Over my dead body will I allow that to happen!

" Must Crystal go?" I asked him and he sighed.

" There you go again. What is your problem Kylie? She's my personal assistant and she contributed a lot to making sure this proposal goes well." Miguel stated and I was frustrated.

I have to do something quick!

" Can I come with you guys?" I asked him and he arched his brows at me.

" Don't give me that look, answer me!" I said half-yelling and he exhaled then took a sip of his wine.

" Fine! I need to go prepare the visas and get ready, so meet me at the airport by 10pm, our flight takes off by 10:30pm." Miguel said to me and he stood up from his chair and turned to go.

" Are you leaving me here!?" I asked and he shrugged.

" Yes, I believe you know your way back home." He replied and left the restaurant.

" WHAT!?"

✨✨Crystal's POV:✨✨
• I was packing up for the trip and frankly saying, I was confused on what to bring and what to not bring. Thus trip came on a short notice! Normally when I want to travel, I start packing a week before time.
But today I'm just a confused woman and Angelica isn't making it any easier. She's busy ranting about a girl who troubled her at school.

"...."

" Crystal? Are you even listening to me!" She asked and I sighed arranging my shirts into the suitcase.

" Yeah, you said Madison threw your books on the floor and insulted your shirt." I said uninterestedly arranging the shirts.

" Yeah! What is wrong with my shirt, it's so beautiful and lovely! Anyways, then this cute boy showed up and his name is Jake and he..."

" Angelica don't you have a science project to do with your friend Cherise?" I chipped in cutting her short and she was surprised.

" Oh My God! I really have to go now. Please call me when you get to L.A!" Angelica said wearing her jacket.

" Yeah I will. And don't forget to tell Lolita that I travelled." I said to her and she nodded then left.

With her out of the way, I can now concentrate fully and arrange my clothes.
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• Two hours later, I was done packing up and was ready to go. I checked the time, it was already 8pm. I quickly hit the showers and freshened up quickly then dressed up. It was all ready and fit to go.
I ordered for and uber to take me to the airport.

����The Next Day,����

Yesterday was kind of good, It was going smoothly till I discovered that Kylie was coming along with us, so much my "No Kylie" dream.
Anyways, I pray she stays out of my hair throughout our stay here.
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Monday Morning✨

• The weekend was kinda boring because we didn't go anywhere or do anything fun. We just practiced our presentation for the briefing which was today.

I was already done dressing and was putting on the finishing touches to my makeup.

" Uh Crystal, the boss said I should call you. We're ready to go." Beatrice said and I nodded and picked up my bag.

" Let's go." I said and we left the hotel.
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• We arrived at the office complex of ACE companies and we were escorted to their business hall where the meeting was to take place.

" Please get seated while we await our boss." Cosmos said as we took our seats and awaited their boss.

" Yes, Mr. Hemsworth will soon be here." A colleague of Cosmos said.

" Mr. Hemsworth...isn't that.." Just then the door opened and a man dressed in a dark suit came inside. My eyes nearly fell out on seeing him.

I thought he traveled out of the country?
What is he doing here in Los Angeles.

" Crystal, nice to see you again." He said and wore a proud smirk.

" Aaron...you're here! WHAT!?"
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�The Devil's�
�Sweetheart�
[ �I HATE BOYS!� ]

✝Rated ��

�Chapter SIXTEEN�
[ My Past Hunts Me! ]

�Written By�
�Author Nuella.

✨✨Crystal's POV:✨✨
" A-Aaron?" I stuttered still flummoxed and Aaron stared at me with such a piercing gaze, it was like his gaze was creating little holes in my heart.

" Crystal..I..I didn't expect to see you." Aaron stammered timidly. I was so dumbstruck, I couldn't pick the right words to reply.

" Can we get this meeting started? I have better things to do!" A lady from the ACE companies said and chewed her bubble gum loudly. She looked so unprofessional, she was wearing a chiffon black shirt with the first three buttons unbuttoned exposing her daring cleavage. She had piercings on her nose and tongue as well as three earrings piercings on each ear.
She looked more like a h*rlot than a professional stakeholder.

" Yeah, I don't know why we are wasting time on this." Miguel said and I sat down on my chair while Aaron sat on his.

• The meeting began immediately and they started conversing and talking about the partnership contract. I wasn't paying a dime of attention to whatever they were saying, my whole attention was fixed on Aaron.

He moved to Los Angeles?
So he's alive?
He's alive and he never took my calls and messages that year and didn't even bother to reach out to me during these past few years?

He looked so surprised to see me, is there something I don't know.

" Crystal..." I heard my name and I jolted into reality. Everyone stared at me like if they were expecting something from me.

" Crystal, you're not paying attention and they're noticing." Beatrice whispered and I smiled nervously and they continued conversing.

• Whatever they are talking about is honestly not my business. I have so many questions to ask, so many things I'm unclear about. Seeing him again has brought back so many memories and I'm feeling so nostalgic about the whole thing.
Now I realize that I really miss him and...I still love him despite all he has done to me.

" Thanks for coming and we wish you a safe journey back home." I heard Aaron sat and I looked around and discovered the meeting was over and everyone rose from their seats to leave.

• I stood up and picked up my bag and files. I felt a tap on my back and I looked back to see it was Aaron.

" Hey Crystal, we need to talk." He said and I scoffed ignoring him and turned to leave.

" Crystal wait," He said and held my hand.

" Don't you touch me!" I said in a low tone so as not to arouse the attention of others.

" We need to talk, it's been so many years." He added still holding my hand.

" If you really wanted to talk, you could've answered my calls and text messages seven years ago." I said sternly and removed my hand from his and strutted out of the business hall.

" Wait up!" He yelled continually as he trailed after me. I tried walking faster but he always caught up with me.

" Stay away from me will ya?" I said to him after he had been following me for a while.

• I entered into the elevator and he followed me in too. We were the only ones in there and that didn't sit well with me.

" Crystal please listen, it wasn't my fault okay." He said entering into the elevator. I decided not to reply him, maybe it'll make him go away.

" Look, my father was never in support of our relationship and you know that. He didn't like you because you were poor." He said and I felt insulted a bit because he called me poor. But at least now, I can't be classified as someone who is poor. I'm changed now.

" He wanted us to break up by all means. He said you were a distraction to me. That day, he sent one of his friend's daughter to my house. He wanted me to be with her instead. She forced herself on me and being a man, I felt for it and then you came in." He explained. I wanted to ask him why he couldn't resist her since he loved me or why he didn't tell me all of this before. But no, I won't ask cause I refuse to care.

" I wanted to call and explain things to you but my father threatened that if I ever talk to you again, he'll disown me. And...I had to decline your calls and ignore your messages." He added and tears began to fog up in my eyes.

No Crystal!
You can't let him see you're weak!
Dry up those tears!

" I know you wouldn't want to get back with me because it's been so long and we don't deserve each other. Seeing you here has made me realise that no condition is permanent. Seven years ago, you were an average girl and now here you are the P.A to Miguel Nicholas. Anyways, I just want you to forgive me please." He begged as I stylishly wiped my tears. I heard the "ding" sound and the elevator's door opened.
I stepped out of the elevator without saying a word to Aaron. I joined the rest of them in the limousine and we drove back to the hotel.

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• She didn't even want to listen to what I had to say.
I won't blame her because she has gone through a lot in my hands and I feel sorry for her.
I wish I can find a way to show her how sorry I am.
It wasn't my fault, it was that father of mine.

• But where his actions worth it? He claimed that he wanted me to get married to a rich, classy, elegant and influential lady but now he's no more. He isn't even alive to know whether I'll marry rich or poor! He just separated me from my Crystal for nothing!

I have to prove to her that I'm sorry.

" Boss, don't forget about the Fast and Furious 9 premiere tonight by 9pm." Dianna said snapping me out of my ponders.

" Alright I'll be there." I said to her and she smiled and left.

Just then, I had an idea. I hope it works.

I brought out my phone from my side pocket and dialled Larry. He's my cousin and he's in charge of the displays and 'technical whatevers' that will be happening at the premiere.

� Hello Larry? I need you to help me with something.

����Lolita's POV:����
" Thanks for the movie that night. I really enjoyed myself." I thanked Daniel and he smiled.

" I did enjoy myself too." He replied.

" By the way, where is Crystal? I haven't seen or talked to her for some days now. Is she okay?" Daniel asked and I wondered why Crystal didn't tell him that she was traveling.

• Crystal had travelled and the house was so boring. I had a leave from work today and since Angelica had gone to school and I had no one to talk to, I decided to invite Daniel over.
Yes I know it may be too soon to be hanging out with someone I met in person just few days back but honestly I really feel that connection between us even though he claims to like my friend.

" She traveled." I replied and looked at me confused.

" She traveled?" He repeated my words throwing it back as question to me.

" Yeah, Business trip with Miguel. You didn't know?" I said to him and he shook his head.

" No, neither of them told me."

" But now I've told you. She's coming back home on Wednesday. So you should be able to see her by then." I said to him and he nodded.

• We concentrated on the program we were watching on TV. They went on a commercial break and an advert about a smoothie shop that just opened nearby came on.
They smoothies they advertised were so palatable and enticing.

I'm drooling�
How I wish I could get some of those smoothies�

" So you wanna go out and get some smoothies?" Daniel asked as the commercial ended and I nodded in approval.

" I thought you'd never ask." I replied picking up my purse and we left the house.

✨✨Crystal's POV:✨✨
• Aaron said it wasn't his fault, that it was his fathers...
I know Honorable Hemsworth was never in support of our relationship but will he go to the extent of arranging a wife or girlfriend for his then 20 year old son?
Should I believe Aaron?
I hate him so much but yet, my heart longs for him and my body craves for his touch...like the old days.

Should I give him a chance?
But then there's Daniel who has been consistently asking me to be with him. What will I do now?
I'm torn between two guys.
Who will I accept now.

• Thinking about my current dilemma excuse for a love life, I laid on my bed to rest for like an hour before I get ready for the premiere happening later tonight.
My phone beeped and I had received a message from someone. I checked the sender and it was Miguel�

� Hey Sweetheart. The limousine will be ready by 8:00pm to take us to the Galleria for the premiere. We need to be there early for the red carpet. Make sure you wear something s*xy so I can feast my eyes on something fiesty�

" Rubbish!" I said and tossed the phone not caring where it landed.

" Now I have no time to sleep I have to get ready." I muttered and got off the bed.
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• Two hours later, I was done freshening up, dressing and prepping up. I was ready to go.
I left my room and went downstairs to the parking lot. I spotted the limousine and sighed then entered into it.

" I thought you'd never come." Miguel said as I came in and I yelped because I was startled. It didn't cross my mind that he was inside.

" Don't scare me." I muttered folding my arms and he chuckled.

" Are we the only ones in here?" I asked and he laughed. The limo's ignition started and we started to move.

" No silly, the driver and chauffeur are here too." He replied amidst his laughter and my eyes rolled ignoring his laughter. There was no need to reply him. His answer meant that apart from the driver and chauffeur, it was just two of us were in here.

" So how was your day?" He asked and I sighed and ignored him. Starting a healthy conversation with Miguel is mostly futile, he must always chip in something naughty.

" You looked really agape and benumbed when you saw Mr. Aaron. Why?" He asked and I ignored again. I am not telling Miguel about my past.

" Ignoring me won't stop me from talking to you." Miguel cooed in a high pitched voice and I grunted because he was becoming a disturbance.

" But will answering your dumb questions stop you from talking to me further?" I asked and he twitched his mouth and chuckled.

" Maybe it will, Maybe it won't." He replied and wore a smirk.

Arching my brows and sighing, I decided to reply him. Maybe it'll make him shut up.

" Aaron is someone from my past. I was just surprised because it has been so long since I last saw him." I coldly explained to Miguel.

" Who was he to you in your past?" Miguel asked and I became fed up and frustrated.

" HE'S MY DAMN EX OKAY!" I yelled at Miguel.

" But that wasn't what I..."

" AND MY DAY WAS FINE! THANKS FOR ASKING!" I added still yelling and Miguel was dumbstruck. He gave me a sombre and deplored look then swallowed nothing and faced the windows.

I noticed that my harsh tone might have hurt him. Maybe I was a bit hard on the guy.

" Hey..I-I'm sorry." I apologized and touched his shoulders. He faced me and smiled then held unto my hand on his shoulder.

" Hey...I'm use the yelling. It's the way of Lioness Crystal." He replied and I smiled.
Then it struck me that he was holding my hand, I cleared my throat and he removed his hand from mine.

" Good." I said and brought out my phone and got a message from an unknown number and also from Daniel.

Daniel: � You travelled to Los Angeles and you didn't tell me. What sort of friend are you?

Unknown Number: � Crystal, I hope you're coming for the premiere tonight. There's a big surprise waiting for you there.
XoXo, Aaron.

• Oh no! Daniel is mad because I didn't tell him I'm going to L.A. To be honest, it escaped me and I didn't remember. I had a lot on my mind that day and I forgot.
And Aaron?
Has a big surprise for me.
I'd keep an open mind.
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• Few minutes later, we were at the Galleria. It wasn't too far from our hotel so we didn't spend much time on the road.
I opened the door to alight but Miguel held me back.

" No you're not going anywhere. I want the media to be here to see us alight in grand style okay?" Miguel said and I shook my head and closed the door.

" Hey Leo? Go signal the media please." Miguel said to the chauffeur.

" Alright sir." He replied and alighted from the limo.

" Uh sir, I need to go make sure we have a reserved parking space. I'll be back soonest." The driver yelled and left as well.

����Miguel's POV:����
• It was just Crystal and I in the car and I have to admit, she looked so beautiful and stunning in that dress of hers.
I just wanted to...just wanted to grab her and kiss her right now.
That's all I wanted to do.
I can't resist her anymore.
I f*cking need her lips on mine right now�

• She was concentrating on her phone and this was my chance to steal a kiss from her. I came closer to her and grabbed her then pulled her closer and quickly kissed her. She tried to resist but my passion was stronger than her resilience.

Just then, I noticed flashes of camera lights and I noticed people holding microphones and taking pictures of Crystal and I.
The window in front of us was wined down and a man stretched in a camera and took a clear picture of us.

I released Crystal and she was fuming with rage.

" You d*ckhead with the reasoning of a rabbit..." Crystal cursed after releasing her but I quickly covered her mouth because the media is here and they're recording us.

" Shush." I said to her and she bit my finger.

" Ow!" I said in pain clutching my finger.

" Get out!!" I yelled at the paparazzi and just then Leo and the driver came back and drove them away.

" Shall we?" I said to Crystal and scoffed.

Leo opened the door and Crystal and I stepped down from the limousine and the media took pictures of us walking the red carpet as we entered into the Galleria. I made sure I held Crystal's hand and even pecked her cheek.
I hope the media took pictures of that�

��Kylie's POV:��
• It seems I'm the only one here in this hotel that didn't go for the premiere. The whole hotel is empty.
Anyways, I didn't go because what's the use?
I've never watched the movie from season one till now so what's the use for going to a new season's premiere.

I'll just stay here, have a glass of juice and scroll through Twitter.

Taking a sip of my juice, I opened the twitter app and the first news I saw was;

" Business Mogul Miguel Nicholas spotted kissing a lady identified as Crystal DeMarquez at the FF9 premiere minutes ago. Other photos of them holding hands and walking into the Galleria bellow. Is the breathtaking, handsome billionaire in a relationship? "

" WHAT THE BUTT!?" I yelled spitting out my juice.

✨✨Crystal's POV:✨✨
" Why did you kiss me!" I asked Miguel as we took our seats in the theatre.

" Don't I have the freedom to kiss who I please?" Miguel asked as he chewed down a handful of popcorn.

" No you don't. At least not in front of the media you knuckle head. Only God knows what they must have published in their blogs?" I yelled at him and he chuckled.

" Why don't you check and see?" He said and I sighed and brought out my phone.

" No phones in the theatre. Sorry ma'am." A man said to me and I slid my phone into my pocket and Miguel laughed.

" Shut up will ya? The movie is about to begin." I said to Miguel and he chuckled.

The curtains unveiled a large screen TV and the countdown to the movie began.

" 10"

" 9"

" 8"

" 7"

" 6"

" 5"

" 4"

" 3"

" 2"

" 1"

" We interrupt this movie for a special message for one of the audience." A voice said from the speakers at the end of the countdown and everyone grunted, sighed and began to murmur.

" I know I made mistakes, I know I messed up real bad. I know you don't want to hear my name or forgive me." The screens read and we were all getting confused.

" But it's not my fault dear. My life has been dull without your bright self in my world. I miss you so much and I love you dearly." The screens read again and this what getting more weirder.

The screens went blank and all the lights were switched off.
A spotlight appeared on stage and a guy walked out.
It was Aaron.

" What the f...?"

" Crystal DeMarquez, I love you from the depth of my heart and with everything in me. I'm sorry for hurting you and seeing you earlier has made me realise how much I miss and need you. Crystal, will you be my girlfriend again?" Aaron asked me on the stage and the spotlight was transferred to me.

" WHAT!?"
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�The Devil's�
�Sweetheart�
[ �I HATE BOYS!� ]

✝Rated ��

�Chapter SEVENTEEN�
[ Will You Marry Me!? ]

�Written By�
�Author Nuella.

�Unedited�

✨✨Crystal's POV:✨✨
• What!? Aaron is asking me to be his girlfriend! I know I love him and I really miss and need him but accepting to be his girlfriend all over again less than a day I met him.
I don't even know whether he is genuine or not!
Accepting this relationship may not be the best now.

• But turning him down in front of everyone is gonna be detrimental to his reputation and he's gonna be a laughingstock because almost all the celebrities are here and the media is even here to cover it!

Despite not wanting to accept his proposal so soon, I won't stand him being embarrassed.

" I'll faint." I said to myself.

I spent one year attending acting classes so yes, I can pull a faint scene off without anyone suspecting.

" I uh..I uh." I stammered and closed my eyes and slumped.

" Crystal!" Miguel yelled and held me shaking me vigorously.

• I heard Aaron yell my name from the stage and before anyone could say "Jack Robinson" Aaron was already by my side.

" Crystal, are you okay?" He said caressing my cheeks.

" Take your hands away from her face. You're the cause of all this!" Miguel yelled at Aaron and removed his hands from my face.

" Hey dude chil okay?" Aaron half-yelled at Miguel and placed his hands on my face again.

" I SAID TAKE YOUR HANDS OFF HER!" Miguel thundered at Aaron and I heard the sound of Miguel pushing Aaron and Aaron landing on the floor with a thud.

" Just stay away from her!" Miguel added yelling and I opened my eyes abit and took a peek at the environment and situation. Miguel was pointing his hand at Aaron looking at him fiercely.

" And who are you to tell me that?" Aaron asked and he got up from the floor and I quickly shut my eyes.

" I am her boyfriend and let me answer your proposal on behalf of her; No! She won't be your girlfriend." Miguel answered Aaron and Aaron became speechless and didn't reply.

WHAT THE HELL IS MIGUEL SAYING!?
Why will I be in a relationship with him.
If not I have to pretend, I would've slapped him hard!

" I don't believe you. I know Crystal and I know she won't be able to settle with a dog like you! Or you think I don't know how you sleep around with girls?" Aaron fired back at Miguel minutes later and it seems that infuriated him a lot. I opened my eyes again and saw Miguel clenching his fists and he was boiling with rage.

" How dare you!" Miguel said and punched Aaron in the face. Aaron fell to the floor again and blood flowed from his mouth and stained his shirt.

He used his hand to wipe the blood off his face. He looked at his palm and saw blood on it. He faced Miguel with apoplexy and looked at him wrathfully.

" You son of a b*tch!" Aaron yelled and got up quickly and threw a punch at Miguel but Miguel caught the punch and pinned Aaron to the wall squeezing his neck. I closed my eyes and prayed nothing went wrong between them.

" Hey are you guys fighting? There's a girl who just passed out!" Someone from the audience yelled.

" Yeah! If she dies her blood is gonna be on the you both." Another person yelled and everyone began to murmur. I opened my eyes quickly to peek.

• Miguel released Aaron and they both ran to where I laid. I shut my eyes quickly.

The both of them tried to carry me and at this point it was becoming to hard to keep still because their grips on me where to hard.

" Let go of her!" Miguel yelled trying to carry me.

" No, let go of her you dimwit!" Aaron snapped trying to get hold of me.

Miguel pushed Aaron and he fell again.

" Stay away from her." Miguel said and carried me in bridal style.

" Let's go Crystal." He said and we turned to leave.

" Just so you know, the contract between our companies of off. I can't work with someone who doesn't have a sense of reasoning." Aaron said to Miguel and he scoffed and we left the theatre...I guess.

" Finally! The movie can begin." I heard them say in the theatre and the countdown began again.

��Kylie's POV:��

• WHAT!? Miguel and Crystal kissed again? They even held hands and he pecked her!
I can't take this!
It's not even about Crystal being his P.A.
Now I know that being his P.A or not, Miguel will never leave Crystal!
He loves her more than he loves me...that's even if he loves me!

" Chelsea needs to hear this!" I said and picked up my phone and dialled her number.

� Heyo Kylie! What's popping?

� Chelsea have you read the online news!" I yelled not replying her messages.

� No, why ask?

� Just read it, I'm waiting for you.

� Alright give me a second." Chelsea said and I wanted patiently for her.

Few minutes later.

� WHAT!?" Chelsea yelled and I assumed she had seen the shocker news.

� How will Miguel kiss Crystal again!?" Chelsea added yelling.

� Yeah and they even held hands and Miguel pecked her.

� Uh, there's more news Kylie. I think you should check your twitter ASAP" Chelsea said and keeping an open mind for the worst, I opened twitter and my eyes met the worst shocker yet.

" Multibillionaire Aaron Hemswroth left in shock as he asked Crystal DeMarquez to be his girlfriend at the FF9 Premiere and she fainted. Other news has is that Miguel Nicholas claimed Crystal as his girlfriend and threw punches at Aaron. "

� Oh My Gosh! Oh My Gosh! Miguel said Crystal was his girlfriend! He even punched Aaron for her sake!" I yelled over the phone.

� Kylie I need you to calm down so you won't do anything rash okay?

� Miguel is a fool! Can you believe ever since we started dating, he refused to show me to the public. We didn't take pictures and he was supposed to take me to FF9 and not Crystal.

� But I thought you said you didn't like the movie?

� That doesn't matter! You know what? I'm coning back to New York, We need to take care of Crystal for good." I said to Chelsea and hung up.

Grunting frustratedly, I threw my phone to the bed and gave out a loud scream.

" Let's see how Miguel will feel when he sees his real girlfriend at the Movie!" I said and went to my closet to find a dress to wear.

��Daniel's POV:��

• Lolita and I were at the smoothie shop having a good time, talking and drinking some smoothie.
The smoothies are so delicious by the way�
I've been spending time with Lolita for the past few days and trust me she's good company.
At least she's distracting me from Crystal who decided to abandon me here and go to L.A with Miguel and is still not answering my texts.

" Uh Daniel? You need to see this." Lolita said and showed me her phone. I looked closer and saw a picture of Miguel and Crystal holding hands.

" They're holding hands?" I asked and Lolita zoomed in the caption.

" Read the caption." She said and I looked closely at the screen.

" Business Mogul Miguel Nicholas seen kissing a lady identified as Crystal DeMarquez at the FF9 premiere minutes ago. Other photos of them holding hands and walking into the Galleria bellow. Is the breathtaking, handsome billionaire in a relationship? "

" What in tarnation!" I yelled after reading the caption.

She kissed Miguel again?
I asked her about the first time she kissed Miguel and she tried changing the subject!

" That's not all." Lolita said and scrolled down.

" Multibillionaire Aaron Hemswroth left in shock as he asked Crystal DeMarquez to be his girlfriend at the FF9 Premiere and she fainted. Other news has is that Miguel Nicholas claimed Crystal as his girlfriend and threw punches at Aaron. "

" What!? Aaron! She met Aaron at L.A!" I said and Lolita closed the app and kept her phone in her pocket.

" I can't believe Aaron is asking Crystal to take him back."

" I can't believe she kissed Miguel."

" Why are you so bothered about her kissing Miguel?" Lolita asked and I sighed.

" I thought we shared something special. Now she threw it all away." I said and stood up from my chair to leave.

" Wait up!" Lolita said and I shook my head.

" No, I'm going home. Goodbye." I said to her and left the premises.

����Miguel's POV:����

He thinks he's better than me!?
How dare he calls me names?
My company can buy his company twice!
I'm just partnering with him because he's the best in L.A and I want my business to extend to L.A.

And now he wants to take Crystal away from me.

" You shouldn't have punched." I heard Crystal say and I was startled.

" What!? Are you awake?" I asked and she sat atop on the chair.

" Yes I am." She replied and I was puzzled.

" Well, I punched him because he was making me angry!" I said to her and she scoffed.

" And why did you tell him that you're my boyfriend?" She asked and I sighed.

" Well I did that to protect you, it was the best way I could think off. An ex is someone you broke up with because he wronged you, why will you get back together with him!?" I explained to her.

" But I love him!" She yelled and I was surprised.

" What!? You love that psychopath? Besides, how do you know all this? I thought you fainted?" I asked and she chuckled.

" I didn't faint, I only pretended to faint so I don't have to say yes to his proposal!" Crystal fired back at me.

" But I thought you loved him!" I snapped at her.

" I do! And he's not a psychopath, He's better than you a million times!" She said and I felt hurt.

" He's better than me?" I asked and she nodded. Just then the limo came to a halt at the hotel's carpark.

" Yes and you can never be like him!" She added and I sighed.

" I know what I must do." I replied her and alighted from the limousine. I went into the hotel and straight to the hotel's jewelry store.

" How much is that ring?" I asked the salesperson pointing at a diamond studded ring.

" Two hundred thousand dollars. Its our most expensive one." He replied and I have him my credit card.

He imputed the price and charged it to my account.

" Here's your card sir." He said and gave me back the card.

" Thanks." I said collecting the card from him and I removed the ring from it's protective glass.

" I will propose to her." I said looking at the ring.
I walked to the elevator so I could go to Kylie's room but then I saw her coming down from the stairs already dressed up.

" Oh so you're here?" She said on sighting me. I put the ring into my pocket so she won't see me.

" You're done kissing and romancing Crystal huh? Let me tell you something Miguel, you're nothing but a cheating scoundrel!" Kylie yelled at me and people started focusing their attention on us.

" I know you're angry Kylie. But I think this will change your mind." I said and slowly brought out the ring as I knelt on one knee.

" Kylie, will you marry me?" I asked and brought out the ring.

" WHAT!?"
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�The Devil's�
�Sweetheart�
[ �I HATE BOYS!� ]

✝Rated ��

�Chapter EIGHTEEN�
[ Regrets and Cheats- Part One ]

�Written By�
�Author Nuella.

✨✨Crystal's POV:✨✨
• Oh no! Who knows what Miguel is gonna do next?
He seemed really angry and furious�
He takes drastic decisions when he's angry and he tends to regret them after the long run.

" I have to stop him before he does anything stupid." I said and alighted from the limousine and went into the hotel.

• Everyone's attention was fixed on something near the Floor B's elevator and I wondered why.
I walked towards the scene and my eyes met with Miguel kneeling down right in front of Kylie with a ring in his hand.

" Yes Miguel! I'll marry you!" Kylie said happily and Miguel smiled then slid the ring into her finger. He rose on his feet and he crashed his lips on Kylie and they kissed. The crowd began to cheer loudly.

" I can't believe he kissed me with those lips." I thought disgusted by the fact that he kissed that LovePeddler's lips.

• He and Kylie kissed deeply for a while like they were in a private room or were about to pre-intimacy�
He finally released her lips moments later.

" I love you so much Miguel." Kylie said as she wrapped her arms around Miguel's neck and Miguel grasped her waist. The crowd cooed "aww" at how adorable they looked.

Miguel turned and his eyes met with mine. I gave him a surprised look and he winked then faced Kylie.

" I love you too Kylie." He replied and pecked Kylie.

• I couldn't take any more of it! I can't stand seeing their display of P.D.A! I hope Miguel knows that he has done the worst thing he could ever do.

" If only he knew Kylie's true intentions." I sighed and left the scene then took the other elevator to my room.

" Was it because of the way I yelled at him? Was that why he proposed to her? To make me jealous?" I asked myself on the lift from the elevator and as I walked to my room.

" This trip to L.A has been nothing but sh*t." I thought as I closed my door and sat on my bed facing the window taking a view at the soothing sight of the stars that had come out to play in the dark night sky.

" You shouldn't bother yourself about my decisions." I heard Miguel say and that jolted me out of my complacency.

I turned back slowly and saw Miguel leaning on my door with his arms crossed on each other and he was wearing a proud smirk.

" You don't know what you're doing. Kylie isn't who you think she is." I said to Miguel as I rose to my feet.

" I don't care what you think about Kylie. I love her and that's all that matters." Miguel snapped and I snickered.

" You love her yet you tried to kiss me twice? You love her yet you'll do anything to have me in your bed?" I asked him as I walked slowly to where he stood.

" I realised I was wasting my time with you and I went for someone who valued me!" Miguel fired back at me and I shook my head at his pathetic utterance.

" You don't know what you're saying. Kylie doesn't value you! She values your money and fame, can't you see beyond the cover? She's pure evil!" I said to him and he chuckled.

" There's only one cover here and it's you. You blinded me so I couldn't see the beauty and virtuousness of Kylie. But now, the cover is off and I see clearly now. You're the one who is evil." Miguel spat out half-yelling and I was surprised. I thought Miguel had common sense!

" If I'm evil for telling you the truth then so be it. But mark my words Miguel, you've made the biggest mistake of your life and you're gonna regret it. For a moment I thought you had a sense of reasoning but now I realise your brain is filled with p*rn and mental images of naked women " I said to Miguel and I picked up my coat from the hanger.

" You can say or call me all you want Crystal but that changes absolutely nothing." Miguel said and I scoffed.

" If you wanna stay here, you can. Just lock the room when you're leaving." I said ignoring his statement and wore my coat then afterwards, left the room.

" Let him wallow in his ignorance for a while. Maybe a few months with Kylie will make him realise the devil Kylie is." I thought as I went downstairs to the hotel's café.

��Kylie's POV:��
Oh My God!
Oh My God!
Oh My God!!!

Miguel proposed to me!?
After I had lost hope on his love for me?
But what about his kiss with Crystal? and the holding hands and other sh*t the blog said?
Anyways, I don't care! He is my fiance now and we're gonna be married soon.
And Crystal can be with her Aaron.
Say? Could it be the Aaron I know?

" God! I can't wait to call Chelsea and tell her that we're about to be sister in-laws!" I said exultantly as I went back upstairs

As I was walking up the stairs, I searched for my phone in my bag and I couldn't find it. Just then, someone bumped into me and my bag fell down.

" Hey watch where you're going." I said to the person as I bent down to recollect the contents of my bag that were know scattered on the floor.

" I'm so sorry Miss. Let me help you." The person offered.

" No, I'm already done pa..." I said but couldn't complete my sentence when I raised my head up and saw the person before me.

" Is...Is that you?" I asked and it seems like he recognized me that instant as well.

" Kylie?" He called my name and I nodded and he opened his arms wide and we hugged slightly.

" Aaron? It's been so long." I said as we disengaged from the hug.

" Yeah, it's been so long. Come inside." He said and opened his room door and I entered inside.

" Wow, your room is so different from the others." I complimented as I looked around immediately I entered.

" Yeah, it's a special customized room for me. I am a shareholder in this hotel." He replied and I was in awe. The room was so beautiful coupled with the fact that he is a shareholder in this big hotel.

" Wow Kylie! You've changed. I think I also see a ring." Aaron teased and I stared at the engagement ring I just received few minutes ago.

" Yeah, I'm engaged to be married." I said with a smile.

" Oh? To who?" He asked and something struck me.

The news read that some Aaron fought with Miguel. If it was this Aaron, he'll surely speak ill of Miguel so I won't tell him it's Miguel.

" Oh uhm..his name is Chris." I answered nervously.

" Nice name. I'm so happy that you've found love." He said and unsure of what he meant by that statement, I faked a giggle and he laughed.

" Sit down." He said pointing to his bed and I sat down then he sat beside me.

" So what's happening with you? What are you doing now? Where are you working! I have so many questions." He said and I laughed.

" Well I'm a model and my life is going well." I lied to him and he smiled.

" So how are you? What about your love life?" I asked him and he sighed heavily.

" My love life sucks, I asked a girl to be my girlfriend and she fainted without giving me a definite answer." He said and then I realized that he is the Aaron who fought with Miguel over a nobody like Crystal.

He still can't get over Crystal?
After all these years?
What a life!

" Can you believe I also fought with some guy? I can't take all this pressure so I'll be flying to New York tomorrow." Aaron said and I smiled knowingly.

" Tonight is just my worst night ever." He added and sighed again.

" I can make tonight better." I said and made him face me then licked my lips sultrily.

" What are you talking about?" He asked puzzled.

" This." I replied and put my lips on his and tongue kissed him.

" No Kylie, Please don't." Aaron tried to protest.

" Keep shut Aaron and let's finish up what we started. The burning flame in me hasn't been quenched yet." I said and pushed him to lay on the bed and got on top of him trailing him with sweet kisses.

" Well if you want it baby then you can have it!" Aaron replied and removed my shirt.........

✨✨Crystal's POV:✨✨
• Miguel didn't say anything to me for the rest of the night and the next morning he came up with the idea that we should leave for New York immediately and we still had one more day to go to stay here.

• Miguel, Kylie, Beatrice, The rest of the workers and I left for New York that morning and by afternoon, we had already landed and had dispatched to our various homes to resume work tomorrow.

" Hey! I'm home!!" I yelled opening the door and Angelica rushed to hug me.

" Sis! I missed you!" She said as she held unto me and I stroke her head.

" I missed you too. Where's Lolita?" I asked and Angelica released me and pointed to Lolita's room.

" She is inside with..." Angelica said and just then Daniel and Lolita came out from Lolita's room.

" Hey bes!" She yelled and rushed to hug me.

" Hey Lolly! I missed you!" I said and hugged her tightly.

" I missed you more." She replied still embracing me and I heard Daniel clear his throat. She let go of me and both of us faced Daniel who was looking at me fiercely.

" Uh Angelica, carry your sister's things and let's go in." Lolita said and carried two of my bags while Angelica carried the last one and my handbag and they went inside leaving Daniel and I together.

" Hey Daniel." I said to him looking away from his eyes.

" Don't 'hey' someone you don't care about." Daniel said crossly and I sighed.

" Daniel I can explain!" I tried to protest but he didn't allow it.

" Explain? Explain that you left New York without telling me or explain how you ignored my texts and calls or explain how you kissed Miguel again or how you met Aaron? There's no need to explain, I know the whole thing." Daniel half-yelled and I wanted to talk back but no words came out of my lips.

" I don't need your Explanation Crystal." He added and I got annoyed.

" And I don't owe you any explanation! You're not my creator! So I don't owe you any account of how I live my life." I fired at Daniel and he was perplexed.

" Crystal? Are you telling me this!?" Daniel asked and I chuckled.

" Oh yea! And I'll tell you more. Daniel you've known me for years, you know that I'll never hide anything from you. The trip happened impromptu and the kissing and Aaron stuff was not my doing neither did I do it out of my willingness! I never wanted any of this to happen so stop acting like a baby and try to understand!" I yelled at Daniel and he smiled faintly.

" I can't believe all this is coming from you. It was a mistake talking to you." Daniel said angrily and stormed out of my house.

" He can go for all I care. He never understood me." I hissed and went inside.

��Daniel's POV:��
• I can't believe Crystal said all that to me, I can't believe she spoke in that manner to me.
I'm just a friend trying to care for another friend and yet that friend doesn't value it.
Crystal has changed so much and it's all because of my dumb brother!
I'm beginning to dislike both of them sincerely.

" I need a drink." I thought and entered into my car then drove to the bar.
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• After drinking about four bottles of alcohol, I began to feel tipsy and I needed to lie down for a while to get myself a bit. I can't drive home because that's unsafe.

" Bar Man!!" I yelled beckoning for his presence and he came over moments later.

" I need a room to relax." I stammered and he nodded and gave me a key.

" Room 18. Take a turn to the left and the second room serially is your room." He said as I collect the key.

• I stood up and staggered following the directions of the barman and praying that I don't fall on the floor because I was dead drunk.
I opened the second door and I saw what my eyes can describe as the biggest shock of my life.
I saw Aaron having passionate and hot s*x with a girl.

" WHAT!?"
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�Chapter NINETEEN�
[ Regrets And Cheats- Part Two ]

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��Daniel's POV:��
• They didn't know I was in their room. They were so engrossed in their lovemaking and didn't notice someone was in their room.
It crossed my mind to record a video of them for evidence or during the later days if Aaron wants to deny this atrocity.

I brought out my phone and hit video record button and started recording them. I made sure I had a clear view of Aaron's face and the girl's face.

After I was satisfied with the footage I got, I saved the video and went to my sound recorder app and switched it on.
I'm gonna interrogate Aaron despite being drunk, I can get a few words out of him and it'll be recorded on my phone.

" Oh sorry, wrong room!" I said loudly and Aaron abruptly stopped thrusting into the girl the moment he heard my voice.

He slowly turned and his eyes met with mine.

" Daniel? Is that you?" He asked and I pretended that I didn't recognize him and then I started to look at him deeply.

" Aaron! It's been long!" I yelled after some time and he smiled heartily.

" Dianne, leave now. We'll see later." Aaron said to the girl and she pouted sadly.

" But we haven't..."

" I said leave. I have a guest now." Aaron emphasized and Dianne grunted and reluctantly tried to get off the bed but she paused and looked at me.

I sensed that she wanted me to look away cause she was naked and she wanted to get off the bed.

" Oh okay." I said and sighed then turned to face the door.

• I heard her come down from the bed and moments later I heard the bathroom door open. I also heard Aaron get up and moments later, he started wearing his jeans. I knew he was wearing a jean because I heard the thick sound of the jean fabric rubbing against each other and plus, I heard the jingles of his belt.

" You can look now." Dianne said and I turned back and saw her wearing a net crop top with some sort of padding around her n*pple area and the rest of her br*asts were left for the sight of the public. Coupled with the n*de excuse for a crop top, she wore a jean bum-short and a pair of white sneakers.

So what was the use of making me turn around?
What's the difference with what she is now that she claims she's wearing clothes and before when she was unclad?

The females of nowadays are absolutely nothing to write home about!

" I'll be leaving." She added picking up her bag and left the room combing her hair.

There was an awkward and utter silence after Dianne sauntered out of the room.

I decided to break the silence so I said;
" Dude! I didn't know you stay in New York!" He laughed and tapped his bed beckoning on me to come sit.

" No I don't. Actually I just came in this morning." He replied as I sat beside him and we hugged.

" Men, I've missed you! You just disappeared without a single trace and I was worried." I said as we disengaged from the hug and he sniggered.

" I had to go to Los Angeles to manage Dad's businesses since he passed away." He replied and I was taken aback. Mr. Hemsworth is dead? Aaron is his first child and he's
almost thirty. Mr. Hemsworth and his wife had Aaron when they were both 27 years of age. That means Mr. Hemsworth ought to be in his late fifties.
Surely, he must've died untimely.

" He died? My condolences bro." I said and Aaron smiled faintly.

" He died in a plane crash." Aaron said in a low tone and he was about to get sober so I changed topic immediately.

" Sorry about that. Uh? Who is she to you?" I asked and he arched his brows at me.

" Dianne?"

" Yeah."

" She's my secretary and f*ck buddy." Aaron replied and my eyes widened in shock.

" She's not your girlfriend yet you s*x her?" I asked and Aaron laughed.

" Girls do anything for money these days. She's just a common secretary yet she earns more than the directors at my company simply because she used what she has to lure what she wanted." Aaron said and laughed again and I was shocked. In fact I was beyond shocked, I was dazed!

This isn't the Aaron of the old days!
Now I see exactly what Crystal has been talking about!
Back in the days, I was usually the one you could term as a f*ck boy and Aaron was the one who would advice me on the dangers of premarital s*x, STI's and all others.

But now Aaron is an expert in the "down below" of girls and he's even proud to say it.

" But I thought you asked Crystal to be your girlfriend? What do you think she'll say if she hears this?"

" So you still keep in touch with Crystal? Anyways, I don't love her, left to me I don't wanna be with her again." Aaron said and I was flabbergasted.

" WHAT!?" I yelled stunned by his words.

" Yes. Look the first day I saw her, I knew she was in pain and she was sad and since it was because of me, I decided to date her for a while to ease her pain. I don't love her, all I feel is pity." Aaron uttered and I was disappointed.

" Besides no one is gonna tell her that I slept with Kylie and Dianne." Aaron added and I was astonished.

" You slept with Kylie? My brother's fiancee?" I thundered half-yelling.

" Your brother's name is Chris?"

" No, his name is Miguel. You didn't see him then because he was schooling in Asia." I said and Aaron's eyes lit up.

" So you mean Kylie is engaged to that fool Miguel? Why did she lie to me?" Aaron asked and I didn't know what to say. Why will Kylie lie that she was engaged to some Chris?

" Look, let's forget about this sh*t. You breath smells like alcohol and that just turned me on to have some drinks. So let's go to the bar and catch up over some bottles of bear." Aaron said and stood up to wear his shirt while I stared at him wondering where it all went wrong.

✨✨Crystal's POV:✨✨
" That's not what I'm asking, what I'm asking is that between Aaron, Miguel and Daniel who do you love the most?" Lolita asked for the umpteenth time and I sighed.

" Cancel Miguel, I despise him now that he has decided to marry that b*tch. Aaron was a sweetheart with his proposal yesterday but I can't accept him. I don't know much about him but I think I have slight feelings for him." I explained and Lolita smiled.

" So I guess that leaves us with Daniel huh?" She asked teasingly and I blushed lithely.

" I like Daniel the most but he's been a jerk of recent." I said meekly.

" So who do you love most?"

" None of them. They all have their flaws. Now can we please change the topic?" I insisted and she laughed.

" Okay, what do you wanna talk about?"

" I wanna talk about my best friend's love life." I teased her then winked.

" Oh look at the time? I have community service with Daniel." Lolita said as she glanced at her watch briefly.

" Don't try to avoid the question!" I yelled and laughed and she ignored me and changed her shoes to a pair of sneakers.

" Hold up! Daniel is doing community service?" I asked surprised by the fact that someone as rich as him will stoop low enough to clean the streets.

" Daniel is not like his brother. He likes to relate with the poor and also help them; He isn't proud. In fact you won't even know his status unless he tells you, he doesn't dress to impress or spend lavishly like his brother who my best friend loves." Lolita said as she wore her shoes.

" First off, I hate Miguel. Secondly, stop hyping your boyfriend! You and I know the only reason he isn't proud is because he doesn't have money of his own, he is living on Miguel's wealth. Tell me why someone will be proud over wealth he didn't acquire with his sweat." I replied Lolita and she hummed.

" Whatever. Daniel is the most humble guy I've ever met. And I think you guys should settle your differences before it gets out of hand." Lolita preached and I rolled my eyes.

" Now you better run along before you get late for your cleaning date." I teased and Lolita chuckled then left the room.

" Time for some movies!" I yelled enthusiastically and switched on the TV.

" Sis I'm going to Cherise's house for the project. Don't forget to come pick me up by five." Angelica said as she came out of her bedroom.

" Yeah Yeah, okay. Stay safe." I said and she opened the door and left.

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• Crystal won't admit it but I know she has feelings for Miguel that's why she's so pissed about him getting married to Kylie!
Even if she doesn't like him now, I have this feeling that she will later on.
Anyways, let's wait and see!

• Daniel and I signed up for the community service and we clean up the main streets of Manhattan on Mondays. I've been standing here for more than ten minutes now and Daniel still hasn't showed up.

" Maybe I should call him." I thought and brought out my phone to dial his number.

" Hey." I startled and turned back to see Daniel behind me.

" You're here! I thought you'd bail on me on the first day." I said and he smiled faintly.
I sensed that something wasn't right with him.

" Here's the face mask, the overall and the brooms." I said and gave him the sack containing all those. He wore the overall and the mask then took the broom and began to sweep.

" What's wrong with you?" I asked him after he didn't say anything to me after a while. The Daniel I know always loves to start up a conversation and keep the environment fun and lively.

" It's Aaron." He simply said in a downcast tone and I wondered how Aaron will be the reason for his sadness.
Or is he still bummed about the whole thing with Crystal?

" Is it what happened yesterday?" I asked as I began to rake the dry leaves.

" That and what I found out today." He said and I was curious.

" What?"

" I saw Aaron sleeping with a girl today and when I confronted him on why he's sleeping around when he wants to be with Crystal, he said that he doesn't love her and all he feels for her is pity." Daniel narrated and my brain couldn't carry what my ears just heard.

" You mean...Aaron doesn't love Crystal? What if she had said yes yesterday!?" I asked and Daniel sighed.

" That's not the only shocker. According to him, he now sleeps with girls for fun and gives them money. He even slept with Kylie." Daniel said and I was dumbfounded.

" He slept with Kylie? Anyways, I'm not too surprised. She can't resist anything with a d*ck." I replied and Daniel shook his head pathetically.

" I have a recording of everything he said to me and I also have the video of him sleeping with the girl." Daniel said and I was happy, at least the truth will be revealed.

" Then show them to Crystal and Miguel!" I said and Daniel chuckled.

" Show who? Crystal who insulted my personality repeatedly or Miguel who now keeps secret from his brother. And the peek of it all is that none of them agrees to their mistakes nor are they apologetic." Daniel stated angrily and I could feel his pain and betrayal.

" But that doesn't mean you shouldn't tell them. They're still your friends and one is your blood." I tried to protest and beg on their behalf but Daniel refused.

" No, that'll serve as a lesson and teach them that they shouldn't take anyone for granted and their help can come from anyone and anywhere. They should find out themselves. And I trust you enough that you won't tell Crystal or Miguel about this" Daniel said and I sighed.
What has Crystal gotten herself into?

" She is my best friend! How will I hide such from her." I asked and Daniel chuckled.

" At this point you'll have to choose between me and your sister and let Karma take it's place." Daniel replied and I felt a hole in my heart for I am about to betray my friend.

" But what if it's too late?" I asked and Daniel smirked.

" That'll be the price they have to pay." He said slyly.

��Chelsea's POV:��
" I'd like the wedding to be here in Manhattan and I want it to be so rich and exquisite. I want it to be the talk of the town and be on the lips of everyone for months to come." Miguel said and I laughed.

" Alright, I think the colour of the day should be pink and white. You'll wear a black suit of course and she'll wear a white gown as well. The bridal train will wear pink dresses while the groom's men will be on pink suits." I suggested and Miguel clapped.

" I love that Idea. I also want different types of food from different countries and a five step magnificent cake and also I'd like Arianna Grande to perform." Miguel said and I wrote all of them down in my book.

" All will be taken care off, trust me. But when is the wedding?" I asked.

" Next Month."

" Next Month!? I thought it'll be at the end of the year? I don't have enough time to plan the wedding." I complained.

" Then employ more hands. Do you expect me to be engaged for seven months?" Miguel asked and I laughed.

" Alright, but what about Crystal?" I asked and Miguel's countenance changed.

" I don't wanna talk about her and please don't bring her up in our conversations. I'm going upstairs to take a shower." Miguel said in an annoyed tone and stomped upstairs.

What!?
Did that just happen!?
Miguel doesn't wanna talk about Crystal?!

" Good news keeps coming in every day!" I said happily.
My phone rang and it was Kylie calling.

� Hey Sis.

� Sis?

� Yeah, cause very soon we're gonna be sister in-laws silly!

� Haha! You aren't serious Chelsea.

� I am, besides Miguel and I just finished talking about the wedding plans now.

� Aww! I can't wait to get married to your brother!

� I can't wait either! And guess what?

� What?

� I asked Miguel about Crystal and he said he didn't want to talk about her! Can you believe it?

� Wow! This is the perfect time to tell him to fire her. It seems they are not in good terms.

� Yes, I agree.

� Uh Chelsea, I wanna tell you a huge secret but make sure no one hears this especially your brother.

� Okay, I'm listening.

� I slept with Aaron yesterday.

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✨✨Crystal's POV:✨✨
• I switched off the TV and wore my sandals. It's 5pm and I have to go pick Angelica from her friend's house. She already texted me the address earlier.
I locked up the house and kept the key under the rug so Lolita can enter when she comes back then I entered into my car and drove to the address.
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• I switched off the ignition once I got to the house. The house looked worse than my old house to be sincere!
I knocked on the door and a young girl of about Angelica's age opened the door.

" Hey, you must be Angelica's sister. Come in." She said and opened the door wider and I entered inside.

• I sat down on the couch while the girl went to fetch Angelica. Some minutes later I heard a familiar voice talking to someone on the phone coming towards the living room.
And the person was Kylie?!
Just then, Angelica and her friend walked in.

" WHAT!? Crystal?" Kylie yelled on seeing me.

" Chelsea, I'll call you back." She said to the person on the phone and ended the call.

" Cherise? You didn't tell me your friend was coming over." Kylie said fidgeting a bit on seeing Angelica.

" Oh sorry, Angelica meet my sister Kylie." Cherise said and Angelica extended her hand to shake Kylie and Kylie shook it nervously.

" Angelica get into the car quick." I commanded and she picked up her bag, waved bye to her friend and left the house.

" Cherise, go inside." Kylie said and Cherise ran inside a room.

" That's my sister Cherise." Kylie said and I rolled my eyes.

" I don't care." I said and she chuckled

" So, I heard Aaron asked you to be his girlfriend?" Kylie said and began to pace round the room.

" I heard you and Miguel are engaged." I replied and she smirked.

" You know? Falling for Aaron is a waste of time. He hasn't changed." Kylie said and I was confused

" Changed? How do you mean?"

" He's still the same cheating scumbag as he was years ago." Kylie said and I was getting more confused and curious for answers.

" What do you mean? How do you know he cheated on me years back?"

" I didn't realize you were the girl Aaron was deceiving years ago until Aaron told me you were the Crystal he dated years back."

" How do you even know Aaron?" I asked her and she chuckled.

" That's because I was the girl that you caught making love with Aaron seven years ago!"

" WHAT!?"
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�Sweetheart�
[ �I HATE BOYS!� ]

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�Chapter TWEENTY�
[ The Wedding Drama� ]

�Written By�
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✍�✍�Author's POV:✍�✍�

�Flashback:�
May 17th, 2012�

• Crystal and Aaron had scheduled their date for 5pm that day. It was already 5:30pm and still Aaron hadn't come to pick up Crystal for the date.
Getting impatient, bored and tired, Crystal decided to go to Aaron's house and see what was keeping him.

Unaware of what was about to go on behind the closed doors of the Hemsworth's mansion between Aaron and Kylie, she opened the door.

" Aaron where are you? You've been keeping me..." Crystal complained on entering into the house but was dumbstruck the moment she saw her boyfriend romancing another girl.

On hearing Crystal's voice, Aaron released Kylie from his grip and Kylie covered her face in fear immediately and backed Crystal hence, her identity was hidden from Crystal and Kylie didn't see Crystal's face either.

" Aaron how...how could..." Crystal whimpered heartbroken and with that she ran out of the house and that was the last time Aaron and Crystal saw themselves until few days ago, present day.

" Who was that?" Kylie asked immediately Crystal left slowly removing her palms from her eyes.

" My girlfriend Crystal.." Aaron drawled sadly.

" Well according to what your father told me, I'm your new girlfriend. So shut up and let's finish what we started." Kylie said and pushed Aaron to lie on the couch and began to romance him again.

✨✨Crystal's POV:✨✨

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Present Day�
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" You were the girl with Aaron?" I asked not believing what my ears just heard and reminiscing all that happened seven years ago that fateful day at Aaron's house.

" Yes I was the girl.." Kylie answered with a sly smile and with all my might, I punched her in the face and she fell to the floor.

" You daughter of Jezebel!" I yelled with tears in my eyes as Kylie trembled on the floor.
Few moments later, she started to grin.

" You can hit me all you want Crystal but trust me, it's of no use. What has been done, has been done." She said as she wiped the blood that was now flowing from her lips with her palm.

" But, Aaron can't date you! His father is a rich billionaire and he didn't want me to date his son because I was poor so why would he allow you?" I asked curious for answers and Kylie chuckled.

" My father was a very rich man. We were one of the richest family in the city then. But unfortunately for my sister and I, my parents died in a plane crash alongside Aaron's parents. They were on a business trip." Kylie said and I was unsatisfied with the explanation.

" That doesn't explain anything..." I said in response to her explanation.

" My father and Aaron's father were best of friends and they wanted to strengthen their friendship and the only way was for them to get their children married to each other. But immediately my father died, my uncles took all the wealth left for my sister and I and left us with nothing. Aaron also disappeared as well. Ever since then, I've been a hustling chick and taking care of my sister because she's all I've got." Kylie explained and for the first time ever, I felt pity for her.

Our life story is exactly the same...
Well almost the same,
She was once rich but I was poor and I'm still managing now.

She lost both her parents at the same time and I lost both my parents at the same time as well,
I was left with nothing when my parents died even though we didn't have much and same as Kylie.
She would do anything for her sister even if it means selling her body and I was ready to do the same for Angelica.
And she was also dumped and mistreated by Aaron!

But still...I don't like her because she has plans to ruin Miguel and I can swear in the synagogue that she has a hand in Angelica's kidnap just that I don't have proof yet.

" I'm sorry for your pathetic life, but if you want all to be well with you then leave Miguel alone because I know you don't love him! You just want his money." I said to her and she chuckled and sat upright on the floor.

" Like I said earlier, I'm a hustling chick and I'll do anything for the cash. Miguel is just my stepping stone to greatness and now that you're out of the way...nothing can stop my plans to ruin him. Besides, the wedding is next month." Kylie stated and I gasped for Miguel has entered into a hot pot of doom.

" You won't get away with this Kylie. I promise you." I said to her and she laughed.

" There's nothing you or anyone can do about it for I have already gotten away with it. Now get the f out of my house." Kylie commanded pointing at the door and I was astonished.

" I said OUT!!" She yelled sternly and I sighed and turned to leave.

" Don't forget to attend the wedding! I would've given you a card but we haven't printed any yet." Kylie said and cachinnated scornfully. I sighed, opened the door and left the house.

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Am I doing the right thing?
Is marrying Kylie the right thing?
Am I sure I'm over Crystal?
Will the marriage last?

• These questions and many more raced through my head as I slowly plodded round the room pondering on possible answers and solutions to my current problem.

But Kylie is beautiful, sexy and smart.
She doesn't have any bad behavior of any sort as far as I've known her, only that she is insecure about me sometimes.
But she was right.
I did kiss Crystal and that was a mistake I now regret.
Besides...Kylie good in bed�
So why would Crystal poison my mind against her?
Why would Crystal call her names and discourage me from being with Kylie?

• Left to me, I would've fired Crystal to avoid her telling me further lies about Kylie but I can't.
Number one, without this job Crystal is nobody! She won't have anywhere else to go because I made her quit her former job and Kylie told me she wasn't so nice about it so I doubt if the restaurant will hire her back.

Secondly, Crystal is a good luck charm! My business is booming so I'll keep her as my P.A.

Boy!
I can't wait to get married to Kylie!
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Three Weeks Later: A week to the wedding�
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It's been three weeks since the Los Angeles trip and during this three weeks, a lot has changed and happened.
Daniel and Lolita's friendship has been cemented strongly as Lolita finds herself falling for Daniel day by day. Whereas, Daniel is still head over heels on Crystal despite not being in good terms with her.

Crystal has been advising Miguel whenever she could that marrying Kylie is like digging his own grave for his downfall...but Miguel fell on deaf ears. In fact, the wedding is the next Saturday from now.

Chelsea and Kylie have been going wedding shopping and having fun and zero worries...at least for now.

Daniel and Aaron have been hanging out once in a while but Daniel was irritated by Aaron's presence, he only hung out with him because he still wants to get more information from him.

But what none of them know is that the worst is about to happen�

��Kylie's POV:��
Oh! I'm so excited!
It's one week to my damn wedding!������
I'm about to be Mrs. Miguel Nicholas and nothing can stop me.

Just then...what the doctor told me three days ago raced through my head and shattered my imminent happiness.

" I have to call Chelsea and tell her." I concluded and brought out my phone and dialled her number.

� Hello, Future Mrs. Miguel." Chelsea said as she answered the call and laughed.

� Hey Chelsea. How's everything?

� Everything is going on well. My brother can't stop talking about you!" Chelsea said enthusiastically and I sighed.

� I don't think I can marry Miguel next week?

� WHAT!? Why!?

� Well Chelsea, I went so see a doctor three days ago because I wasn't feeling alright.

� So...what did the doctor say?

� Well...he said that...I...

��Daniel's POV:��
" But what if it's too late?"

" But that doesn't mean you shouldn't tell them. They're still your friends and one is your blood."

• Lolita's words from almost a month ago has been a constant ringing tone in my head and it's been giving me a lot of concern.
Maybe I've been a bit harsh on Crystal and Miguel.
I should show them the video clip and recordings.

Just then, something stuck me!
A very brilliant idea!

" I will play the clip and video on Miguel and Kylie's wedding day right before the priest pronounces them as husband and wife. Let's see if Miguel will like to marry Kylie after hearing everything." I thought and smiled to myself for a big surprise is gonna happen on the wedding day�

✨✨Crystal's POV:✨✨

�Fastforward�
The Wedding Day✍�
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• It was Saturday the 9th and Lolita, Angelica and I were getting dressed for the wedding of Miguel and Kylie which I'd like to call the celebration of doom!
I didn't want to go for the wedding because I won't want to be a witness to the rubbish union between two confused people....but I have to go nevertheless, it's the least I can do for the man who picked me up from the streets and treated my sister, gave me a job and gave me a roof over my head.
So that's the only reason why I will be attending this celebration of doom.

• I warned Miguel but he didn't listen but I pray my creator keeps me alive to witness how this marriage is gonna crash woefully.

" Crystal! We're ready to leave!" Lolita yelled from the living room as I wore my earrings.

" I'm coming!" I yelled and when I was done with the earrings, I picked up my bag and left my room.

• The colour of the day was pink and white. I'm not a fan of pink dresses but I had to go to the boutique to buy a new pink gown just because I wanna fit in with the crowd. I also had to buy a new pink gown for Angelica because on a normal basis, I would never buy Angelica a pink dress so she didn't have any to wear to the wedding. Why would you buy something you don't like for someone else.

" I'm set." I said as I came into the living room.

" Okay, let's bounce." Angelica said and we walked out of the house and drove to the wedding venue not too far from our house.
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• We arrived at the venue about twenty minutes later and I have to comment that Miguel really pumped enough money into the decorations for this celebration of doom.
Everywhere was decorated with ornaments either colour pink or white. No one was wearing an odd colour. There was a touch of pink or white on everyone's dress and that brightened up the environment and the mood of everyone.

" Hello miss...where is the rest room?" I asked a waitress who was passing by and she pointed at a room at the outskirts of the building.

" Thanks." I appreciated then gave Lolita my bag and went to the restroom.

• After easing myself, I decided to go back inside the wedding hall through the back door and I saw Miguel wearing his suit.

" Hey.." I said and he looked at me then he scoffed and continued prepping up.

" I don't wanna talk to you." He muttered dryly.

" I'm not here to fight, raise my voice at you or tell you that you're making a mistake...no. I'm here to tell you congrats and wish you a happy married life." I said to fulfill all righteousness and make peace but deep down I know this marriage is not going to be anything to be happy about.

" Thanks." He said with a smile and embraced me.

" Yeah." I said pushing him away slightly.

" See you later." I added and entered into the venue.
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• The wedding started few minutes later and the priest began the process of joining them together in holy matrimony.

" Do you Ms. Kylie Nicole Richmond take Mr. Miguel Carlos Nicholas as your beloved husband?" Father Oliver asked as Kylie grinned elatedly.

" Yes I do.." She replied and there was a light applaud.

" Do you Mr. Miguel Carlos Nicholas take Ms. Kylie Nicole Richmond as your beloved wife?"

" Yes I do." Miguel replied as he gazed into Kylie's eyes and smiled.

" Before pronouncing them husband and wife...is there anyone who opposes the legal joining of these two? Let him speak now or forever remain silent." The priest announced and there was dead silence in the hall.

" Say something." Lolita said tapping me and I shook my head in disapproval.

" I won't say anything...I warned him before hand." I whispered and Lolita laughed.

• Everyone looked around to see who will raise up their hand and say something but no one did.

" Since there is no one...I now pronounce you..."

" WAIT!!!" Chelsea, Miguel's sister said raising up her hand and the crowd gasped and faced her.
I spotted Kylie mouthing 'stop!' to Chelsea but she ignored her.

" Is there anything you'd like to say Ms.?" The priest asked and Chelsea nodded.

" Yes your eminence." She replied and left her seat and came to the podium.

" Kylie and Miguel can't get married!" Chelsea said and the crowd gasped louder and they began to murmur.

" Why?"

" Because Kylie is pregnant for Aaron!"

" WHAT!?"
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�Chapter TWEENTY-ONE�
[ Post Wedding Drama� ]

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Plus, this is also unedited

���� Lolita's POV:��
" What the heck!" I yelled stunned to my bonemarrow.

" It's a lie! Don't believe her, she doesn't know what she is saying." Kylie snapped solicitously as the wedding guest gasped and murmured amongst themselves.

" Kylie are you denying it? You told me you were pregnant for Aaron a week ago." Chelsea asked Kylie who was now trembling in fear and sweating profusely. It's evident that Kylie is trying to keep the truth hidden by calling Chelsea a liar.

" Father forget about what she's saying. Pronounce us husband and wife before she comes up with another silly idea." Kylie hurried the Father who looked more puzzled than anyone else. She quickly took Miguel by his hands and held them tightly.

The Father sighed and was reluctantly about to bless the marriage.

" Without further ado, I now pronounce you husband and...."

" NO!" Miguel yelled bellicosely and aggressively removed his hands that were intertwined with Kylie's and pushed her away.

" I can't marry someone who is pregnant for another man. My sister will never lie to me." Miguel added irascibly and Kylie was wide-eyed quivering nervously while Chelsea smiled faintly.

" I am not pregnant for anyone!" Kylie said summoning courage and just then, the lights went dim and two TV screens were lowered down and switched on.

A video clip showing Aaron thrusting in and out torridly and passionately into a girl whom I later identified as the ill-dressed lady at the business briefing in Los Angeles.

• The clip played till the end and after that the screens went void. Moments later, a recording played from the speakers. It was a dialogue between two familiar voices.
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" But I thought you asked Crystal to be your girlfriend? What do you think she'll say if she hears this?"

" So you still keep in touch with Crystal? I don't love her, left to me I don't wanna be with her again."

" WHAT!?"

" Yes. Look the first day I saw her, I knew she was in pain and she was sad and since it was because of me, I decided to date her for a while to ease her pain. I don't love her, all I feel is pity."

" Besides no one is gonna tell her that I slept with Kylie and Dianne."
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• The recording played till the end as well and when it was done, the screens went back up in the same manner they had dropped down and the lights were switched back on.

" You two faced sl*tty b*tch!" Miguel thundered wrathfully and before you could say "Jesus" Miguel slapped Kylie right across the face.

" This wedding is over. I never want to see you ever again!" Miguel yelled enraged with anger as he sternly pointed at Kylie.

" I can't take this!" Crystal whimpered in tears as she ran outside the hall crying.

" Crystal!" I yelled and pursued after her.

• She was faster than me and being that she has already started running before I did, it was very hard to catch up with her. Nevertheless, I continued to chase after her till she ran into the bathroom and shut the door against me.

" Crystal! Open up." I beckoned as I knocked the door.

" No, why should I?" She asked crying and I could hear the sound of her leaning her back against the wall.

" We need to talk." I said softly and she sighed, after some minutes she opened the door and I came in.

" I can't believe Aaron and Daniel did this to me." She said with an intermittent sob as she slowly lowered herself to sit atop on the floor leaning against the wall, joining her legs together and raising them upward to stay upright.

" Daniel? What did he do?" I asked unsure why Daniel was dragged into this.

" He knew all about this and instead of him to tell me, he made me a laughing stock out there."

" No one was laughing at you."

" They won't laugh now. But when they go back to their homes they'll call me name for falling prey into Aaron's traps. Claiming to love a man who sleeps around with girls!" Crystal said and opened bent her head, resting it on her knees and crying.

• At this point, I began to feel guilty because assuming I had told Crystal everything that Daniel told me, all this wouldn't have happed and probably Miguel wouldn't have arranged to married Kylie.

" I think you should be angry at me as well." I said and Crystal gradually lifted her head and looked at me with a puzzled gaze.

" Why?" Crystal blubbered

" I knew about all of this." I confessed prepared for the worst to happen and was as well ready for Crystal's snaps.

" You knew about this!?" Crystal yelled rising up from her sitting position glaring at me angrily.

" I did. Daniel told me and he made me promise not to tell you because you spoke to him in a manner he didn't like and he wanted revenge." I quickly explained before Crystal could hit me or kill me right at the spot.

" I'm sorry Crystal. I didn't mean to, I was..."

" You were trying to do what? Connive with your boyfriend to humiliate me? Well done Lolita, you've done a great job." Crystal chipped bawling then shook her head and turned to leave.

" Forgive me Crystal, remember to err is human and to forgive is divine. We're best of friends." I begged as tears fogged up in my eyes and mentally blaming myself for all this.

" No we are not best friends. A girl will never betray her best friend and that's what you just did. I despise you now, I never wanna see you again." Crystal said sternly then opened the door and banged it shut.

" I NEVER WANNA SEE YOU AGAIN." The heartbreaking words reminisced in my mind and broke down in tears.

��Daniel's POV:��
" Good job Larry." I said to him as I looked through the window and sighted amiss happening in the wedding hall between Kylie, Miguel and Chelsea.

" Anytime bro." He said and we high fived.

" I have to go now, I have a speech to make. Toss me the mic." I added and he threw a wireless microphone at me and I caught it then went downstairs.

" You demon." I heard Crystal utter coldly and I smirked then turned around to see her few feet away sneering at me angrily.

" How evil can you get?" She asked as she plodded slowly towards me.

" I'm sure you must've realized your mistake now." I replied but she didn't say anything instead she continued walking towards me with a pale and expressionless demeanour.

" Why will you do this to me? Why didn't you just tell me about what Aaron said and save Miguel and I from this embarrassment and shame you've brought upon us?" Crystal asked. At this time, she was standing right in front of me.

I chuckled and said,
" I would've told you but your pride and arrogance deprived you from knowing the truth on time."

" What do you mean?" She asked puzzled.

" You were rude to me and you took me for granted by insulting my personality repeatedly. So I decided to pay you back." I said proudly and she smiled and shook her head.

" Is that the reason why you told Lolita to hide the truth away from me? You made her betray my friendship?" She asked and I laughed and put my hands on her shoulder but she shrugged them off.

" I didn't have to convince Lolita to keep the secret. It's obvious where her heart lies. She choose love over friendship and most importantly, she chose me over you." I said to her and she she stared at me dumbstruck.

" You idiot, I would've punched you in the face but sadly your brain has been damaged beyond repairs and even a punch from Roman Reigns can't change that." She said then eyed me from top to bottom. She pushed me out of the way and walked past me.

" Ungrateful being. I shouldn't have shown the video clips and recordings. Maybe Aaron could've played her and Miguel would've married that b*tch." I said to myself, smiled then walked away.

����Lolita's POV:����

• I rushed out of the bathroom in search of Crystal. I need to apologize to her and make amends before it's too late or before she says anything to Daniel or else it's gonna be lethal between them.

" Hey Lolly." I heard Daniel call my name and I turned back to see him running behind me.

" Hey Daniel. Have you by any chance seen Crystal?" I asked him and he chuckled.

" Yes I saw her." He replied with a sly smile and I began to get suspicious. Could he have talked to her?

" Please don't tell me you talked to her." I drawled and he laughed.

" Oh I did, and I gave her a piece of my mind." Daniel replied and laughed again. He must've said something hurtful to her.

" What did you tell her?" I asked.

" The truth."

" What truth?"

" That you chose me over her. That you chose love over being friends with her confused self." Daniel said and I was dumbfounded.

" Why the hell will you do that!? I value my friendship with Crystal more than anything in this universe!" I yelled and all he did was laugh.

" I'm sure you'll be rethinking these words you just said by the time I'm through saying what I have to say." Daniel said and walked towards the podium.

" Daniel wait..." I said but he had already gone far. I sat down and waited for him to come back.

• I tried searching for Crystal but she wasn't here same as Kylie and Miguel. I don't know why the guests are still here?
The wedding has been obviously called of so what are they waiting for?
The food!?

Few moments later, Daniel was back.

" Where did you go?" I asked him and he smiled.

" To get this...." He said and knelt on one knee then brought out a ring and held it. I gasped on sighting the ring...

" Will you marry me?" He asked and I was bewildered.
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�Chapter TWEENTY-TWO�
[ The Accident- Part One ]

�Written By�
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����Lolita's POV:����
• Daniel stared straight into my eyes and I managed to force a smile even though I hadn't given him an answer yet. His eyes begged me to say YES!
But am I really ready to say yes to him?
I just lost my best friend due to the conspiracy between the both of us. Telling him YES now will add more coal to the burning furnace and I wouldn't wish that to happen.

My heart wants to say YES
But a still voice still echoes NO within me.

Whom should I choose? My best friend or the love of my life.

" Daniel, I love you so much." I said and took a deep snirt. But it seems like Daniel took advantage of that thinking I said yes to his proposal..

" I love you too and I can't wait for you to be my wife." Daniel said elatedly as he quickly got up from his kneeling position and slid the ring into my finger.

" No Daniel, you didn't let me finish." I said and the elated expression on his face disappeared; A vivid puzzled and perplexed demeanor emerged on his face.

I swallowed nothing then said,
" I can't do this." I sighed and summoning courage, I removed the ring and stretched it to him. He didn't collect it, instead he stared at the ring and after a few seconds stared at me. At this moment, his eyes weren't begging to say YES anymore...instead they were begging for reasonable explanations on why I turned him down.

" Look, I made a mistake. You asked me to hide a big deal of a secret from my own best friend and that was wrong. The statement 'Love is Blind' came to play because I blindly agreed to conceal the secret without thinking of the repercussions simply because I was in love with you. Now I've lost my best friend...." I said to Daniel and it seems he was already getting the picture that I was going to turn him down.

" I have to make it up to Crystal." I thought and boldly faced Daniel again.

" You asked me earlier to choose between love and my friendship with Crystal. At this point, I'd like to say....No Daniel, I won't marry you." I added with my heart compounded with mixed feelings. Daniel stared at me blankly with his jaw dropped and mouth opened wide.

" I'd rather remain single all my life, than to betray my best friend. Now if you'll excuse me, I have a best friend to look for." I said and with that I left Daniel dumbfounded and the wedding guests in awe murmuring amongst themselves.

��Chelsea's POV:��
• Miguel angrily stormed out of the wedding hall after the video clip and recordings ended and I haven't seen him since then.
Kylie also absconded but I still have a feeling she's still in the building probably looking for me.

" You traitor." I heard Kylie utter behind me. I sighed because I knew she'd come for me and I expect the worse from her but nevertheless, I'm ready for whatever thing she throws at me.

" Who is a traitor between the two of us? The one who betrays the man she claims to love by sleeping with another man, getting pregnant for him and had an ambition to dump the pregnancy on an innocent man. Or is it me who exposed the truth and the devil that you are?" I snapped as I turned to face her.

" She has the mouth to talk huh?" Kylie said and chuckled then hastened her steps towards me.

" So what do you think of yourself now? A superhero? A good girl? A good sister? Is that what you think you are?" Kylie asked on getting to where I stood. I decided not to answer her damn question and remain silent.

" I'm pregnant for Aaron...yeah, I can never get married to your brother...yeah, Everyone hates me now...yeah. But let me tell you something Ms. Chelsea Nicholas, you have made the biggest mistake of your entire life!" Kylie added and I was getting confused. How did I make a mistake, for exposing the truth?

" I didn't make any mistake. You're the one who made a mistake for thinking I'd lie to my brother just to keep our 'friendship' going." I fired back at her and she guffawed.

" This is why I prefer to refer to you as a human with the brain of a horse. Have you forgotten that we both have hands in Angelica's kidnap? And if I by chance go down you as well will go down. Or do you think I won't rat on you if I get caught just like you ratted on me back there?" Kylie said and an eminent cloud of fear enveloped me.

Angelica's kidnap didn't cross my mind at all!
Now that everyone knows Kylie is a devil, it won't take long before they realise she is behind the kidnap and once they do, I'll be traced as well.

" I know you didn't think of that because you don't reason well. You only use the left side of your brain to think!" Kylie insulted me but I have no time to reply her. I'm scared to my bones now.

" I was an accomplice to Angelica's kidnap, So what? You can't prove anything Kylie. There is no evidence that I was with you during the kidnap. The only evidence was the men we hired that were arrested. But you sent someone to kill them in the cell so there is nothing in this world that'll prove I'm guilty." I yelled in her face with a slight feeling of triumph.

" Oh really?" Kylie asked slyly and wore a smirk.

" Yes and I wish I can slap that smirk off your face for trying to ruin my brother. You know what? Just stay away from my brothers and I!" I yelled at her again and all she did was just laugh. I scoffed at her then turned to leave.

" The men may have been dead and you may think that there is no evidence. But wait till I'm caught and the police hears this." Kylie replied and few moments later, a recording of my voice played.

" I was an accomplice to Angelica's kidnap so what?" The exact words I said few minutes ago played and I was shocked.

" You recorded me confessing to the crime!?" I asked and she paused the recording.

" Yes I did! I told you I'm smarter than you. I'd like to advice you not try anything funny or pull any stunt like the one you just pulled out there or else I'll take this to the police and you know how many years we'll spend in jail." Kylie said waving her phone then laughed maniacally.

" Now if you'll excuse me, I have a husband to meet and a Daniel to deal with severely." Kylie added and laughed then strutted away.

" What have I gotten myself into!"

����Miguel's POV:����
What!?
So Crystal was right? Kylie is actually a scam, a desperate b*tch tryna earn quick cash by getting married to me!
I should've listened to Crystal when she warned me against Kylie.

But no, I insulted her and also fought with her over someone who isn't worth it.
Gosh! I feel like a fool now, I feel so used, so stupid and like a big ol' idiot!

What will all my associates think of me? What about the wedding guests? They'll turn me into a laughing stock.
And the media covered everything! The blogs will make this wedding disaster trend round the world and then everyone will think of me as one who doesn't know what he is doing.

• But they are right, I am confused! I threw away an angel like Crystal just to be with a devil like Kylie. I hate myself for this!

" Hey Miguel." I heard that b*tch say.

" If my name ever comes out of your accursed mouth I will pulverise you!" I yelled at her without turning back to see her face.

" I came to apologize for what my haters did to you. Look, I didn't do anything Chelsea or the recordings said. I can prove it by going for a pregnancy test and showing you the results. I am not pregnant, it's just people who hate me cooking up stories and faking recordings just to make you dislike me." Kylie said and I heard the footsteps of her coming closer to where I stood.

" What do you take me for? A fool that you can toy with his brains? Oh! I should sit back and watch you take another test with a doctor you must've bribed to give you a fake result?" I fired at her angrily and she giggled lightly then placed her hands on my shoulders then slowly ran her hands from my shoulders down to lower abdomen. She continued to caress my upper body as she licked my ear sultrily.

" You daughter of the devil! Are you trying to lure me?" I asked her as I turned back and pushed her away.

" I'm just trying to get you into the mood. Look, if you doubt me we can go to the hospital of your choice for the test." Kylie replied as she made advances towards me again, puckering her lips to give me a kiss.

" Get behind me Satan! You angel of darkness." I yelled at her sternly and pushed her away.
Just then, I heard someone screaming my name.

" Miguel...Miguel!" The familiar voice yelled and Kylie and I were confused and patiently waited for the person to come into the limelight.
A few moments later, Crystal's friend came running in shouting my name.

" What's happening?" I asked her and she stopped right in front of me and tried to catch her breath.

" I...Can't...Find...Crystal." She said amidst her heavy breathing and I was shocked.

" But I thought you followed her when she ran out?" I asked and she used her she mouthed "no"

" I followed her but after we talked, she ran out and I haven't seen her since then." She said and I was flummoxed.

" Come let's go look for her." I said and Lolita nodded. Kylie tried to stand up and follow us.

" Where are you going?" I asked and she pouted.

" I wanna help look for Crystal." She said and I slapped her.

" Stay away from my family and Crystal's family do you hear that?" I sternly warned her as she clutched to her left cheek which was already swollen red due to the slap I just gave her.

" Let's go." I told Lolita and we left the building in search of Crystal.

✨✨Crystal's POV:✨✨
�Two Hours Later�

• I rubbed my eyes and yawned, My breath reeked of alcohol.
I took the last sip from the bottle of Heineken in my hand and shook the bottle.
I found out it was empty.

" Bar Man, Bar Man!" I yelled aggressively and he scampered to my services.

" Get me another bottle." I instructed and he stared at me like he had just seen a ghost on my face.

" But Ma'am, you've already taken nine bottles and this will be your tenth! Are you sure you can handle it?" The barman asked and I chuckled.

" Have you ever been betrayed by your best friend? Have you ever been back stabbed by one of your closest friends? Has the one you loved ever slept with another person...your arch nemesis for that matter!" I asked stammering and the barman kept quiet.

" No ma." He later answered.

" Then you don't have the right to ask me stupid questions regarding my intake of alcohol. Now stop standing there looking dumb and get me two more bottles." I instructed still stammering because I was dead drunk.

" Okay ma'am." He replied and left.

Yes!
I'm drunk...
I'm drowning away my sorrows in the bittersweet drowsiness of alcohol.
It helps take away the painful feeling of that black hole at the center of my heart.
My best friend betrayed me,
Daniel my once friend back stabbed me.
He even proposed to Lolita and I know she said YES.

You're surprised?
You should be, I saw everything back there before I left.
He slid the ring into her fingers.
This is why I HATE BOYS, I opened my heart to love them again and they showed me their true colours.

I HATE THEM ALL!

Just then, my phone rang. It was that two faced bastard Aaron.
I decided to pick the call and give him a piece of my darn mind!

� Hey Coffee Bean..." He said as I picked up the call. I decided to keep shut and hear all that he had to say.

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� Why aren't you answering? Anyways, I just wanted to tell you that I really miss you and I'm expecting your answer over the proposal. My heart is aching because the one I love hasn't given me an answer.

� You bastardized idiot!" I managed to yell because I couldn't calculate my words well due to my drunken state.

� What do you mean?

� So you think you can sleep with girls and I'll accept you? We all know that you slept with Kylie and she's pregnant for you!

� W-What!? It's a lie.

� Oh spare me that trash!

� But Crystal, I love you." He said and I got annoyed.

� Don't ever call me again!" I yelled and hung up the phone.

• The barman brought the bottles of alcohol and in thirty minutes, I had finished both!
My head was spinning with mental picture flashes of everything I've gone through these past months and it was killing me!

" I can't take it anymore!!" I yelled and dashed out of the bar.

" Hey Miss! You haven't paid for the last four drinks!" The bar man yelled but I didn't care. I ran out of the bar with no destination.

I kept on running, running and running.

" Crystal! Crystal!" I could swear that I heard Lolita and Miguel call my name. But Heck! Who cares?
Nobody cares about me and my feelings.

I turned back and saw they were almost catching up with me. I had to run quickly.

Without looking left or right, I crossed the road and an incoming car was heading for me. He kept blaring his horn for me to move but no I won't.

I WANT TO DIE!
What's the use of living!?
Kill ME!

����Miguel's POV:����
• Just as we were about to give up the search and go home, we saw Crystal run out of a popular bar and she continued running non-stop.
We tried calling her name and begging her to stop but she refused.

" Miguel she wants to cross the road!" Lolita yelled pointing at Crystal who just crossed the road and an incoming car with full speed was coming towards her.

" Crystal MOVE!" I yelled and ran towards the road to push her away from the car.

The next thing we heard was a loud BAM! then a CRASH sound and Crystal's screams.

" CRYSTAL!!"
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[ The Accident- Part Two ]

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�Author Nuella.

����Miguel's POV:����
" CRYSTAL!" I yelled as the car hit her and she screamed then fell to the ground.
The driver was a hit and run driver and immediately Crystal collapsed, he fired his engine and drove as fast as he could away from the scene.

" Oh no! Crystal.." Lolita cried out and the both of us rushed the road to behold Crystal's half-dead body.

• She was bleeding from her nose, ears and mouth. Her legs were swollen up, it seems her legs were the main impact of the hit.
She was jerking like someone who was epileptic as blood mixed with saliva foam gushed out of her mouth.

" Crystal...Crystal can you hear me? Don't leave us...don't leave me." Lolita whimpered as she hit Crystal clutching her body to herself. The blood Crystal emitted stained Lolita's coral pink dress as Lolita wailed!

" Grab her legs, let's move her from the road." I said to Lolita and I grabbed her arms while she grabbed her legs and we moved her to a grass patch across the road.

" Are you with your phone?" I asked Lolita and she checked her sides and shook her head.

" No, I left it in my purse and it's at the wedding hall." Lolita stated and I snapped my fingers and cursed.

" I left my phone at the hall too. How are we gonna call the ambulance?" I asked and Lolita didn't reply, she simply stared at Crystal who had stopped jerking and was now still and motionless on the floor as she foamed slightly and life slowly ebbed out of her.

" We have to do something! I can't loose her. Who will take care of Angelica?" Lolita lamented then continued crying.

" I'll be back." I said and left the scene and started looking for a car that'll help take us to the hospital.

��Kylie's POV:��
What is happening!?
I've lost Miguel!
Just like that? And Crystal didn't even do anything!
It was all Daniel's doing. Him and his sisters ruined my plans.
I had so much plans, dreams and ambitions of how I'm gonna spend Miguel's money and flaunt myself as the Mrs. Miguel Nicholas.

But because of those stupid siblings I lost everything, everything I've spent the past months working for!

" They have to pay for what they've done to me...and they'll pay with their blood!" I thought and began to crack my brain to hatch a plan against them.

• Chelsea's days are already numbered because once the police finds out about the kidnap, she's gonna spend 25 years in jail. The thought of it alone can give her a premature death. So I'll leave her to her conscience.

Daniel is the one left, I have to deal with him before I am fished out for the kidnap. And I know exactly how I'm gonna do it.

" Daniel, prepare to meet your grave." I said with a sly smile then laughed maniacally and left the wedding hall.

• I took a bus to my house and everyone in the bus couldn't take their eyes off me. Probably, they might be wondering why a girl dressed in a wedding gown is inside a bus.

" Could her husband have ditched her on her wedding day?"

" Did something happen to her husband?"

" Was he killed?"

" Was there an accident?"

• I could bet all of Miguel's fortune that those were the questions that raced their minds and came out of their lips the moment they saw me.
Anyways...I don't care.
I'm on a mission.

• The bus reached my stop and I hopped down. I didn't have any money on me so I tried to sneak away without the driver seeing me.

" Hey....that girl in the wedding dress didn't pay me." The driver said in a husky and cranky voice.

" Oh no." I thought and made a run for it.

" Hey! Come back here! Come back here with my money!" The driver yelled and before he could get out of the bus and pursue after me, I was long gone into the shadows.

• The distance from the bus stop to my house isn't a long one and in few steps, I had reached my house.
I dropped Cherise at Aunt Eunice's house and that's where she'll be staying permanently.
I made that decision because I thought I was gonna get married so I dropped her there. But even though I'm not gonna get married to Miguel, she'll stay there because I'll be going to prison soon.

I slumped into the couch and exhaled the moment my body touched the soft leather upholstery.
I bought out my phone and dialled Timmy.

� Hello Timmy,

� Yo! Kylie the boss!

� Yeah, I have a job for you and your guys.

� Okay Boss, but there's a problem.

� What's that?

� I heard the group of guys that worked for you the last time were arrested and were also killed in the cell. I hope that won't be our fate as well?" Timmy said and I chuckled.

� No Timmy, it won't. As long as you do your job clean and well with no traces left.

� Alright boss, what's the job?

� You see there are two people bothering me right now. The siblings of the popular Miguel..do you know them?

� Uh? Chelsea and Daniel?

� Yes those two! In about an hour from now, they'll be at the crossroad at Manhattan. I want you to hunt down a red SUV Model 17 that'll pass there.

� Then?

� I believe you know the faces of Daniel and Chelsea.

� Yea I do.

� I want you to beat the living day light out of Chelsea then.....kill Daniel.

� No problem boss. When do we get paid?

� When the job is done. I don't give advances.

� Alright, consider the job done! We'll get back to you when the the mission is complete.

� I trust you guys, make sure you don't disappoint me.

� I won't." He said and I hung up and smiled to myself.

" The party just started." I said and cachinnated then went into my room to change.

��Author's POV:��
• Today was Saturday and the streets of Manhattan were very busy. Saturdays are the fun days in Manhattan; It's either there's a small get together downtown, a festival going on in the amphitheatre, a movie premiere, a party, picnics, weddings and alot more!
So the streets were crowded, the roads were jam-packed with vehicles of different kinds and sizes, the parks were packed with people and full to it capacity!
It's a bubbly Saturday in Manhattan!
One of the most 'bubbliest' if you asked me.
From a failed wedding, to secrets exposed and to the car accident and now an assassination about to happen.

• The Manhattan crossroad roundabout is one of the most unused roads here in Manhattan. Reasons because, this is one of the roads that link to the renowned Beverley Hills; Home To Celebrities. Only Celebrities make use of this road, but most of the time they like to take the East Route to enter Beverly Hills because that's the one closer to the main gate.

• The Nicholas family prefers to use this one because it's free of paparazzi. The East Route is crowded with different paparazzi and bloggers who always wanna meddle with your business. To avoid this, some celebrities who wanna stay out of the spotlight prefer using this route.
Kylie took advantage of this to plot an assassination against Daniel.

• Somewhere behind the bushes hid Timmy and his gang of three guys. Timmy was holding a rifle gun while the rest were armed with pistols, wooden clubs, metal clubs and machetes.
They stayed still awaiting the SUV to pass so they could devour their target.
As expected and also unfortunately, the Red SUV passed and it was time for blood to flow.

• Timmy jumped right in front of the car making the driver to panic and stop abruptly. Timmy's guys took advantage of the confused environment Timmy's stunt had created and raided the car.

" Everyone get down!" Ross, Timmy's second in command yelled and cocked his pistol. Trembling in fear, Chelsea, Daniel and the driver yelped and timorously came out of the car.

" Now lie down flat!" Ross commanded and in the speed of a beam of light, the trio were already on the ground lying faced down with their arms slightly raised up as they quivered in fear.

• Ross tilted his head towards Chelsea as a signal to the rest of the guys to commerce work on her. They came to her and used their clubs to beat the bloody hell out of her.

• Ross picked up the driver by his shirt and punched him hard on the face and immediately, the driver passed out. Ross released his shirt and the driver landed on the floor with a thud like a bag of vegetables.

• What filled the air were Chelsea's pitiful screams and wailing. Timmy cocked his gun and shot in the air repeatedly then aimed the gun at Daniel who was probably saying his last prayers by now.

" Shoot him." Ross said and Timmy grinned then pulled the trigger and the bullet pierced through Daniel's left leg and he screamed in acute pain as he turned over clutching his leg that was now bleeding profusely.

" Let's bounce." Timmy commanded and the guys that were beating Chelsea let her be and followed Timmy along with Ross.

They walked to their car that was few metres away and drove off.

But what they didn't know was that there was a passerby who hid behind the shadows and watched everything that just happened.

����Miguel's POV:����
• I've spent almost two hours looking for a car but no one was ready to assist us. Crystal's life is probably on it's last leg now and we have to do something quick or else we'll be in grave danger.

" Give me your sunglasses." I said to Lolita as I sighted a pair of sunglasses hung on the hem of of her dress.

" Why?"

" Just give it." I said and she gave me the glasses and I put it on.

• I went over to where Crystal laid and jacked her up then had Lolita assisted me to place her on my back.

" What are you doing?" Lolita asked and I chuckled.

" We're going to the hospital." I said and she looked at me with a puzzled gaze.
I started running to the hospital with Crystal on my back and Lolita trailing behind us as fast as she could.
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�� After One Hour Of Running...

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• I was sweating profusely and panting heavily. I've never ran like this in my whole life! Lolita was far behind, I pray she will catch up soon.
I dropped Crystal at the entrance of the hospital then went inside to call for a nurse.
The nurse came outside with a stretcher and we carried Crystal and put her on it. Then she rushed her to the emergency unit.

• I entered into the waiting room to sit down and wait for the doctor to call me in and give me an update on her status.
But just then, two nurses pushed a stretcher in that carried two familiar faces, although their faces were stained with blood I still cracked my brain to recognize them.

" Wait! Isn't this Chelsea and Daniel!" I yelled as the nurses carrying the stretchers zoomed past me.

" Hey! What happened to my brother and sister!" I asked but the nurses ignored me and took them to the emergency unit as well.
Simultaneously, Lolita ran in as well.

" Hey! Wasn't that Daniel and your sister on a stretcher?" Lolita asked amidst her heavy breathing as she came in.

" I wonder what happened to them." I said and Lolita sat on the chair and exhaled in and out deeply.

" How long have you been here?" She asked.

" Thirty minutes. The doctor should be out here in any minute." I replied and the door opened and the doctor and came out with a down casted demeanour.

" Oh Goodness! Doctor how is Crystal?" I asked and the doctor kept mute and walked to where we stood.

" Doctor why aren't you answering?" I inquired and he sighed and offed his spectacles.

" I'm sorry Mr. Miguel, we lost her."

" WHAT!?"
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�The Devil's�
�Sweetheart�
[ �I HATE BOYS!� ]

✝Rated ��

�Chapter TWEENTY-FOUR�
[ Is She Really Dead!?� ]
�Quater-Finale�

�Written By�
�Author Nuella.

�Unedited�

����Miguel's POV:����
" WHAT!?" I yelled not able to believe what my ears just heard.

" I'm sorry.." The doctor said and turned to leave. That very moment, Lolita fainted and slumped on the floor.

" Lolita!" I shouted and kneeled down then began shaking her vigorously.

" Doctor do something!" I beckoned and the doctor brought out his walky-talky, imputed some digits in it then hit dial.

" Hello Nurse Pam? Come down to the waiting room pronto." The doctor said to the receiver on the phone.

• The nurse came over and took Lolita into the room to rehabilitate her back to consciousness while I sat in the waiting room pondering on the shocking news the doctor just delivered.

So Crystal is dead?
How will I be able to deliver the news to everyone?
Somehow I blame myself for her death because I have contributed a large quota to her emotional breakdown which resulted to this.

Who is gonna take care of her sister?
Angelica is gonna be so heartbroken if she hears this!

I can never forgive myself for this!
Never!

��Kylie's POV:��

• I changed out of my wedding dress and went to shower and had a change of outfit.
Miguel has been erased from my life now,
I have to think of another method to get rich and famous...well at least before I go to prison actually.

" I wonder how Timmy is dealing with Daniel and horse brain." I thought as I slumped into the couch.
Just then, my phone rang. I picked it up and checked the caller; It was Timmy.

" I hope this is good news." I sighed and answered the call.

� Hello?

� The job is done." Timmy announced and a sly grin was formed on my face.

� Seriously? You mean you were able to kill Daniel and maim Chelsea?" I asked elatedly.

� We shot Daniel but maiming Chelsea...not exactly. But we did beat her to a pulp.

� This is exiting news! In fact one of the best news I've heard in my entire life!

� We are glad that we helped you set that memory. Anyways, to our payment.

� Yes, just text me your account details and I'll transfer five thousand dollars to your account.

� I trust you Kylie! You never fail to deliver." Timmy complimented and I chuckled.

� Anyways, I hope you did a clean job? Hope no one saw you?" I inquired.

� It was a clean job, I assure you.

� With that established, expect your pay in a few minutes.

� Thanks so much!

� Yeah." I replied and hung up then opened my transfer app to send the money to his account.

����Miguel's POV:����
" You're awake." I said as Lolita slowly fluttered her eyes.

" What happened?" She asked in a weak tone as she gradually sat atop on the bed.

" I had this crazy dream that Crystal is dead." She tittered as she spoke and I heaved a sigh. She looked at me bewilderedly after I sighed.

" Sadly, it wasn't a dream. It's real life." I replied and gazed at me with a pale face displaying no emotion.

" Lolita are you okay?" I asked and waved my hands at her face then snapped my fingers and she jolted.

" So it wasn't a dream?" Lolita asked herself and began to shed tears.

" I lost my best friend? It's all my fault! Assuming I hadn't connived with Daniel to hide the truth, maybe she would've been alive by now." Lolita lamented amidst her tears and I tried so hard to hold back my own tears.

" You have to go home now, Angelica is still at the wedding hall." I said to her and she nodded then wiped her tears.

" Yeah, but what will I tell her?" She asked as she came down from the bed.

" Don't tell her anything yet. If she asks you where her sister is just make up some lie okay?" I said to her and she nodded again.

" Alright take care and update me on anything else that happens, including the fate of your brother and sister." She said and I smiled faintly then she turned to leave.

" I have to see the doctor and no what happened to my brother and sister." I said and stood up from the chair and left the room.

����Lolita's POV:����

• I left the hospital with tears running down my eyes and my heart shattered into tiny pieces.
I am the cause of all what happened to Crystal!
I betrayed my best friend,
She will never forgive me and her spirit will never be at peace with me.

• I had to walk back to the wedding hall which was about a three hours walk from here. With a hungry belly and tired bones, I began my journey.
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• At exactly 6:42pm, I arrived at the wedding hall tired and weak. I could pass out again because I've only had breakfast today and since then, I haven't eaten anything.

• I searched around for Angelica and I didn't see her. It was almost night-fall and everywhere was dark and deserted; Everyone has gone home!
I went to my seat and picked up my purse and Crystal's purse. Staring at Crystal's purse made me so effusive.

" So I'll never see her again!?" I asked myself as I gazed at the purse and sobbed softly.
Beside Crystal's seat was a handwritten letter.

" Hey Lolita or Crystal, I got tired of waiting so I took a cab home. P.S I took the fare out of Crystal's purse " The letter read and I smiled and slipped it into my purse.

" At least God was able to spare Angelica who has striking resemblance with her sister." I thought and I sighed, left the wedding hall then took a cab home.
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• I opened the door and saw Angelica sitting on the couch watching TV.

" Hey.." She said the moment she noticed my presence.

" Hi.." I replied sadly as I shut the door behind me.

" Uh? Where's my sister?" Angelica asked and I became nervous.

" Uh, she uh...she's at Miguel's place. He wanted her to organize some files and she'll be staying there for the night."

" Oh? Okay." She replied and gulped down a handful of popcorn. I sighed then shuffled to my room.

��Author's POV:��
• The doctor told Miguel that there's nothing to worry about in Daniel and Chelsea's case. Reason because they were brought in here on time and Daniel was shot in the legs and not in any of his vital organs like his heart, head and stomach region.
Miguel thanked the doctor and went back home consistently blaming himself for the demise of Crystal.
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�Three Weeks Later..�

• The demise of Crystal really hit Lolita and Miguel hard. Of course, they still kept the secret away from Angelica and kept on lying to her. Chelsea and Daniel had recovered and were up and doing again although, with some bandages, POPs and stitches.

• They both heard of Crystal's death and were surprised and astonished. Daniel and Chelsea blamed themselves dearly for her death...especially Daniel.
He felt he was the main cause of her death and he wept for days.
Chelsea suspected that Kylie had a hand in their attempted assassination and she tried calling her and reaching out to her but she refused to answer her calls and texts.

• Chelsea dimmed it fit to confess to her crimes against Crystal and Angelica before it's too late or before Crystal's spirit comes to hunt her in her dreams.

" Hey Miguel..." She said as she entered into Miguel's room. He was lying faced down on his bed with some bottles of empty and half-drunk bottles of alcohol surrounding his bed.
Miguel didn't answer Chelsea's greeting. He has been a shadow of himself ever since Crystal's death.

He rarely comes out of his room and even if he does, it's just to take some snacks and alcohol to his room.
He hasn't gone to work, he hasn't gone out with his friends or done anything reasonable with his life since three weeks ago.

• Chelsea sighed and went closer to Miguel's bed and she saw what shocked her to bones. Three packets of cigarettes were exhausted and some sticks were lying around his bedstand. The most shocking was the bottle of liquid narcotic that was opened and a medical syringe near it.

" What?" Chelsea muttered as she picked up the syringe and examined it.
She dropped the syringe and pushed Miguel making him to roll over and was now sleeping faced up.
She saw a needle pierced wound on his left arm and that was when it fully dawned on her that Miguel was drugging himself.

" Miguel! Smoking and drinking is not enough? You have resorted into hard drugs! What will mum say when she hears your drugged yourself to death!" Chelsea I yelled at Miguel as I sobbed and hit him hard.

" What's the use of living when the one you love is dead." Miguel replied coldly and sighed.

" Love? When did you ever love Crystal! If you did love her, why did you marry Kylie and not her?" Chelsea asked with folded arms and he rolled over then faced me.

" I was stupid. And my stupidity was the reason why she is dead today." Miguel explained still in his cold and husky tone.
Chelsea sighed and thought it was right to confess now.

" If you think you're the reason why she died then what about me!? What about me who was an accomplice to Angelica's kidnap? What about me who worked with Kylie to kidnap Angelica and devious things. I knew Kylie slept with Aaron from the very day it happened but I didn't tell you! I couldn't bear seeing my brother get married to a devil and I had to speak the truth! Am I not the reason for her death?" Chelsea confessed and Miguel starred at her wide eyed as she spoke. He was shocked to the skull, his sister and Kylie were responsible for all this?

" Chelsea? How could you?" Miguel managed to ask.

" I was stupid; we were both stupid and that was what caused her death." Chelsea said sadly.

" You have to go confess to Lolita and Angelica, they will decide what to do to you. But first go to the hospital and bring Crystal's body to the synagogue's morgue." Miguel said and Chelsea gulped down nothing and left the room then went to the hospital.

��Chelsea's POV:��

• It feels so good to let the secret and crimes I've committed out of my heart, what I doubt now is my fate. What if Lolita and Angelica decide to send me to jail?
Anyways, I truly deserve what ever punishment they decide to give to me.
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• A few minutes later, I was at the hospital. I alighted from my car and entered into the hospital then went into the doctor's office to see him concerning Crystal's body.

" Good afternoon doctor." I greeted as I entered into the doctor's office.

" Hi Chelsea? He replied as he arranged some files on his desk.

" My brother sent me to come collect Crystal's body. We're taking her to the synagogue's morgue for now." I announced and the doctor stared at me looking so surprised at what I just said.

" Why are you taking her to the morgue?" He asked and I was a bit puzzled.

" Because she's dead." I replied and the doctor laughed and removed his glasses.

" Look behind you." He said pounding to the door. Nervously, I turned back slowly and saw the most shocking thing I've ever seen.

" WHAT!?"

����Miguel's POV:����
• I slowly stood up from the bed and began to pace round the room thinking of how I'm gonna start life again with the guilt of someone's death still fresh in my mind.

Just then, the door opened and Chelsea came inside.

" I don't want to talk to anyone now, especially you." I said to Chelsea and she sighed.

" You might wanna talk to me after you see this." Chelsea said and I was a bit puzzled.

" Turn around.." She added and I slowly turned around and what I saw Crystal in front of me.

" WHAT!?" I yelled and walked backwards in fear. I tripped over some shoes and fell on the bed. Chelsea, Lolita and Crystal started laughing at me.

" I'm not a ghost silly." Crystal said amidst her and everyone else's laughter.

" I need some explanations." I inquired terrified to my bones.

" I think Lolita can do that." Chelsea said and looked at Lolita, she smiled faintly then spoke.

" Two day after Crystal was confirmed dead, I decided to go see the doctor concerning her body. The doctor told me that there was a mistake. Crystal wasn't dead, she was just in a coma. So I decided to play a little game with the doctor. I paid for a bed space and had Crystal stay in the hospital and also had the doctor tell anyone that asks that she's dead. So later on she can come as a shocker to you guys." Lolita explained and I slowly got of the bed.

" Seriously?" I asked and all three of them nodded.

" Thank God!" I yelled and rushed to hug Crystal, she embraced me happily.

" We'll leave you two alone now." Chelsea said with a wink and I smiled. She took Lolita with her and they went outside.

" So..."

" So..."

" I really thought you were dead." I said and she smiled.

" I decided to punish you a bit." Crystal replied and winked then I laughed.

" I missed your stubborn self so much." I said and she smiled shyly.

" I...I...missed you too." She stammered nervously.

" I made a mistake." I added and she looked at me with a curious gaze.

" How?" She asked.

" I threw away the one I loved. I didn't know I loved her, I thought I just wanted her body. Not seeing or hearing her has made me realise that she was the one I really loved all along." I stated and Crystal blushed.

" Can we have dinner at Olivia's Diner by 8?" I asked and she nodded affirmatively.

" I'll see you at eight. Bye." She said, opened the door then left.

Why is she so nervous and shy?
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• It was some minutes after eight pm and I was already at Olivia's diner waiting for Crystal to show up. I brought out the crystal studded ring.

• Yes, a crystal studded ring for a girl named Crystal!
And you guessed right, I'm gonna propose to her. I can't loose her yet again.
I mistook the feelings I had for her as lust...now I know what I want from her is not just her body, but her heart as well.

• I spotted her coming into the restaurant and I quickly hid the ring in my pocket so she won't see it before the surprise.

" Hey...sorry I'm late." She said and sat down on the chair opposite me

" No problem. Actually, it hasn't been long since I arrived." I said and she smiled.

• We ordered some food and chatted as we ate. Crystal has never been this free with me before. It's either she's being sarcastic or she shouts at me or she even slaps!
I really hope she says yes...
Anyways...fingers crossed��

• We were done eating and the waiter came and took away our empty dishes. I decided to engage in a conversation with her before popping the question.

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" I didn't know you were this funny!" She complimented as we laughed over something I said.

" It's a gift." I replied with a wink and she laughed harder.

" I have to be get going now." She said and picked up her bag to leave.

" Wait!" I said and held her hand then made her sit down.

" I have something I have to tell you." I said still holding on to her hand.

" What's that?" She asked and I took a deep breath then spoke.

" I'm not good with romantic words and all that but I found out that I misunderstood myself and what I felt for you. You're one of the most beautiful women I've ever seen and I thought I all I ever wanted in you was just your body. But now I'm very certain I want more than that...I want you as a person. I've fallen in love with you over the months and now I know I can't be without you." I said and she was dumbfounded. I removed my hands from hers then knelt down on one knee and brought out the ring.

" Crystal...will you marry me??"

" Huh?!"
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�The Devil's�
�Sweetheart�
[ �I HATE BOYS!� ]

✝Rated ��

�Chapter TWEENTY-FIVE�
[ The Wedding Day� ]
�Semi-Finale�

�Written By�
�Author Nuella.

✨✨Crystal's POV:✨✨
What in Tarnation!?
Is Miguel...Miguel is proposing to me?

But do I say yes!?

" He gave you a job."

" He saved your sister."

" He gave you a car and a house."

" And I do have a tingy amount of feelings for him."

• The least I can do to say thank you is to marry him. Maybe along the course, my feelings will grow for him.

" Yes, I'll marry you." I replied and everyone at the restaurant who's attention were now on Miguel and I clapped loudly when I agreed to the proposal.

Miguel with a grin, slid the ring unto my finger and rose to his feet. He stretched his arms wide and I got up and hugged him.

" I love you Crystal.." He whispered into my ears.

" I never thought I'd say this but...I love you too." I whispered and he hugged unto me tighter.
After hugging for what seemed like forever, we disengaged and he crashed his lips on mine as the crowd cooed "oohs" and "aahs"

" You're the best thing that has ever happened to me." He added and the crowd "awwed" and we hugged again.

����Lolita's POV:����
• I've been in Miguel's house since morning. The reason why I'm still here is because Miguel told us he's gonna propose to Crystal and I wanna be one of the first people to tell her congratulations!
And another reason why I'm still here is that I'm hoping that I could talk to Daniel when he's back from playing tennis.

• The door opened and Daniel came inside carrying a big bag full of his tennis stuff. He didn't notice that I was in the living room, so he casually walked up the stairs.

" Hi." I said and he was startled and let out a short yelp.

" Hi, you scared me." He replied turning back as he slowly came down the stairs.

" Besides, why are you talking to me? I thought you're still blaming me for Crystal's death?" Daniel added and I sighed and got off the couch.

" Well I was blaming you until the doctor told me there was a mistake and Crystal was alive." I said and he arched his brows in disbelief.

" I won't believe it till I see it." He said and I checked my watch. It's getting late so Crystal and Miguel should be back anytime soon.

" Well soon you will, in about fifteen minutes from now." I said with a smile and he nodded then proceeded upstairs.

" Wait.." I said softly and he paused halfway up the stairs without facing me.

" About what you asked me the other day...at the wedding hall." I said nervously and he sighed and faced me.

" I asked you to marry me and you told me no because of Crystal?" He said and I nodded.

" Yeah, but hey...I'm ready to start a life with you now, if you're still willing." I said and he chuckled.

" I thought you choose Crystal over me? Why don't you go marry her now since she's alive." Daniel said sarcastically and I sighed.

" It's not like that Daniel..."

" Then how is it? How is it Lolita?"

" Daniel I really love you! And after I was told you were shot, I cried endlessly day and night because I thought I had lost the one I loved! The one I saw in my dreams every night, the one that nearly cost me my friendship with Crystal, the one that makes me smile and took my heart away just in a short moment of time that I got to know him. The one that...." I couldn't complete my statement because Daniel shut me up by suddenly crashing his lips on mine and kissing me. I kissed him back enjoying the moment. I felt him put something on my finger.

" You talk to much." He said after disengaging from the kiss. I looked at my finger and saw the ring on it and I hugged him.

" I love you so much!" I said as I hugged him.

" I love you too!" He replied enjoying the moment.

The door opened and Miguel and Crystal came in. Daniel and I disengaged from the hug and faced them.

" Is that a ring I see?" I asked as I spotted a ring on Crystal's finger.

" I think I spy a ring on someone's finger as well!" Crystal said looking at my ring.

We embraced each other and hugged as we squealed and giggled elatedly.

Imagine two best friends getting engaged on the same day!
Magical huh?

" I feel so left out right now! I'm the only one in this room who isn't engaged." Chelsea said as she came in with a bucket filled with ice blocks and three bottles of wine in it.

" Don't worry, the right man will come along lil sis." Daniel said as he wrapped his arm around Chelsea's shoulders and brought her closer to himself.

" Who wants a drink!" Miguel yelled as he brought some glass cups from the bar.

" We do!" Everyone else in the room yelled. Miguel took a bottle of wine and popped it. We all cheered and clapped due to the loud "pop sound" it made when it was opened.

Miguel poured the wine into five glasses and each of us took one.

" A toast, to the celebration of love!" Miguel added as we raised our glasses in the air.

" Cheers!" We yelled as we clinked our glasses together and drank our wine happily!
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✨✨Crystal's POV:✨✨
• Miguel, Chelsea, Daniel, Lolita and I drank merrily and happily celebrating happiness and the new future ahead!
Soon, the celebration was over and it was time for Lolita and I to go home.
But before we do that, there's someone I need to make peace with.

• Daniel had gone upstairs to his room so I decided to follow him.
Will he even want to talk to me?
Well he'd better, He's like the bad guy.
He is responsible for what happened to me...sorta

With shaky hands, I knocked on the door.

" Who is it?" He asked from inside.

" It's Crystal." I replied. He didn't say anything but few moments later, the door clicked open and Daniel's face peered out.

" Hey." He said and I rolled my eyes.

" Aren't you gonna let me come in?" I asked and he sighed then opened the door wider and I came in.

" Nice room." I complimented looking around as I came in.

" Thanks. Now what are you doing here?" He asked sternly as he shut the door.

" Don't be rude okay? Because of your little hide and seek game I nearly lost my life so if anyone has to be rude it's supposed to be me." I said to him and he sighed then sat on his bed.

" Why are you here?" He asked a little bit lightly.

" To say...well something I don't usually say."

" Which is?"

" I'm sorry." I said and he exhaled deeply.

" I'm sorry too. I got so angry with what was happening I didn't know my actions would hurt someone and make me the bad guy." He said and I smiled.

" It's okay...friends?" I asked stretching out my hand for him to shake it.

" Friends.." He replied shaking it.

" I have to go now. Lolita is waiting for me downstairs." I said and he nodded, waved 'bye' at me and I turned to leave.

��Kylie's POV:��
• I was in my living room watching TV when my phone started ringing.
I checked the caller and it was Chelsea.

" Ugh! Why can't she get the message that I don't want anything to do with her!" I thought looking at the phone.

" For righteousness' sake I'll answer it." I said and swiped answer.

� Hi traitor" I said to her as I answered the call.

� Look Kylie, I know you were the one who sent killers to come manhandle and assassinate us. But let me tell you this, your darn plan didn't work!

� What are you talking about? I don't know a pinch of what you're talking about." I lied and she chuckled.

� Oh you will know what I'm talking about by the time the police catches up with you!

�What do you mean?

� What I mean is that I've told Miguel about everything the two of us have done to Crystal!

� How could you?" I asked her and she laughed.

� Now you'll get a taste of your own dang medicine!

� I agree with you that I'll be getting the taste of my medicine but you as well will have a taste! I'm not going down without you, I promise you that.

� Let's wait and see how that goes." She said and hung up.

" What a scummy b*tch! I can't believe she told on us." I cursed as I dropped my phone.

• My phone rang again and this time the caller was that dingbat Aaron!

" Why are bad news just calling me today!" I yelled and I swiped answer.

� Hey Kylie.

� Hi Aaron. What can I do for you?" I asked coldly and he sighed.

� I just heard recently, that you're carrying my baby.

� Who told you that?

� Crystal did! I'm so happy. At last a junior Aaron.

� Whatever, I'm planning to abort the child.

� You do no such thing!

� Why? I wouldn't wanna be a baby mama and most importantly, I won't wanna raise a fatherless child.

� That was harsh in many ways. But I understand what you're saying. I've always wanted to be a father and this is an opportunity I won't wanna waste, do not do anything to the child do you get me?

� What makes you think I'm gonna listen to you?

� I'll be flying down to New York soon and when I arrive, I'll tell you why you must listen to me.

� Whatever dude, just get off my line." I said and hung up.

" Rubbish!" I added tossing the phone to the couch.

��Author's POV:��
• The wedding preparations for Crystal and Miguel's union and Daniel and Lolita's union began immediately.
They agreed that Crystal and Miguel will get married first then afterwards, Daniel and Lolita will get married.
On the other hand, Aaron told Kylie he was gonna marry her even though he has no feelings for her but just for the sake of the unborn child, he is willing to take the journey.
Kylie agreed to be Aaron's wife but she has one more thing to do....

Fast forward�
�A Month Later�
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Yes! Yes! Yes!
The D-Day is here and as you guessed right, today's Miguel and Crystal's wedding day!

It was an exquisite and top class wedding! Even more fancier than the initial marriage to Kylie!

Crystal is so lucky!

✨✨Crystal's POV:✨✨
I looked at myself in the mirror and smiled looking at the woman I had become over the last twenty-seven years!
I'm getting married today to whom I had least expected!
Who would've thought that I'd be getting married to Miguel?
No one right!

I'm sure mother, father, Selena and Sam wherever they are, are happy watching me attain a new height in life.

" Mrs. Crystal Miguel Nicholas..." My subconsciousness added and I smiled.

" Crystal! It's time!" The door opened and I heard Angelica say.

" I'm coming." I replied and she left. I took one last gaze at myself before I finally became a Mrs.
Satisfied with everything, I smiled and left my dressing room.
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" Do You Mr. Miguel Carlos Nicholas take Ms. Crystal to be your lawfully wedded wife?" The priest asked and Miguel grinned at me.

" Yes I do." He replied.

" Do you Ms. Crystal Happiness DeMarquez take Mr. Miguel as your lawfully wedded husband?" The priest asked.

" Yes I do.." I replied.

" I now pronounce you husband and..."

" WAIT!!" Someone yelled from the audience and we turned back to see...

" KYLIE!?"
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�The Devil's�
�Sweetheart�
[ �I HATE BOYS!� ]

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�Chapter TWEENTY-SIX�
[ The Wedding Day- PART TWO� ]
�Finale/Epilogue�

�Written By�
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✨✨Crystal's POV:✨✨
" Officers! Arrest her!" Miguel said angrily on sighting Kylie. The policemen Miguel hired to protect the both of us in case Kylie tries to sabotage the wedding sprang into action.

" Wait! Wait! Wait! Before you arrest me, I have something to say." Kylie said and the policemen stopped in front of Kylie and looked at Miguel waiting for him to give an order.

" Let her say whatever darn thing she has in mind." Miguel said and the policemen took a step backwards and Kylie cleared her throat.

" I just came here to say, I'm sorry. I'm sorry for trying to disrupt the wonderful friendship between you two. I'm sorry for trying to end Daniel's life and I'm sorry for deceiving Chelsea as well as masterminding Angelica's kidnap." Kylie confessed and the crowd gasped loudly.

" We forgive you. Now arrest her." Miguel replied and the police handcuffed Kylie.

" I deserve it. But if I'm going down, Chelsea is going with me because she is an accomplice." Kylie protested as the police handcuffed her.

" My sister isn't going to prison. She confessed her crimes!" Miguel fired back.

" Nevertheless, not sending her to prison is a corrupt thing to do!" Kylie snapped.

" I'm Miguel and I'm unquestionable!" Miguel replied and Kylie grunted as the police took her away.
The wedding guest stared at Miguel, I myself was disappointed in Miguel's decision. That was just a corrupt thing to do.

" Wait!" Chelsea said and the police halted.

" Take me with you." Chelsea added and the guests gasped.

" No matter what, Kylie is or was my best friend. Best friends stick with each other no matter what! Moreover, no one is above the law...not even Miguel's sister." Chelsea said and Kylie smiled broadly.

" But Chelsea you don't have to.."

" No Miguel, I am a defaulter of the law. I'll serve whatever punishment I'm given." Chelsea interrupted Miguel's statement. He smiled weakly and Chelsea proceeded with the policemen and Kylie outside the wedding hall.

" With further ado..I now pronounce you two husband and wife!" The priest announced few minutes after Kylie, Chelsea and the policemen left the wedding hall.

" You may now kiss the bride." He added and Miguel licked his lips sultrily- This is his specialty�
We stepped closer to each other and he grabbed my waist while I wrapped my arms around his neck and we kissed...deeply as the guests cheered happily
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�Epilogue�
Three Months Later:

• Aaron was able to pull some strings and hire a good attorney for Kylie. Kylie's twenty five years sentence was reduces to just three years.
But since she was almost due, she was given two years to birth and nurse her child before serving her sentence.
Aaron and Kylie quickly got married because Aaron didn't want his child to be given birth outside wedlock.

• Lolita and Daniel got married a month after my marriage to Miguel. Right now, they're in Hawaii enjoying their honeymoon.

• Miguel hired a good lawyer for Chelsea's case. The case went in their somewhat favour as her fifteen year sentence was reduced to either three months in jail with hard labour or a fine of five hundred thousand dollars.
Miguel opted for the three months jail time for his sister. Not because he didn't have the money to pay for her release, but because he wanted her to learn a lesson.
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She should be released in a week's time.

• Miguel and I are enjoying our honeymoon in the Bahamas.
What life is better than this?

�Two Years Later:�

• Miguel and I had our first child and we decided to name her Natasha because she was born during the Christmas season.
Lolita and Daniel gave birth two twin boys, Jake and Jace.
Chelsea is engaged to a rich engineer and is doing perfectly well in her acting career.
Angelica just graduated from high school a month ago.
Aaron and Kylie...well, I heard they had a baby boy but I don't know how their marriage is faring.
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All In All,
What starts well ends well!
And there must be a reason to rejoice after comparing who you were some years back and who you are now!
Never say Never!
I NEVER knew I'd fall in love again, talk less of getting married to the man who irritated me the most then!

I hope you learnt from my story!
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