Samuel’s P.O.V.

“What’s wrong?” I questioned, I just got home from work when Denise started ramping over my door. She started bawling her eyes out and blabbering about things that I don’t even care about. But my mother will get angry if ever I ‘mistreat’ her favorite Denise.

“It’s that annoying, ill-bred maid you hired! She’s so despicable. She actually threatened and degraded me, she said that she will win your heart then climb up the social ladder like a shameless woman!” I sighed, to be honest. I got used to her vixen type of behavior, but I can’t say anything about it. Otherwise, my mother would never forgive me. I can’t disobey her. I’m only forced to wear a façade like mask.

“Now, now, Denise. Maybe it’s a bit of a misunderstanding, you see. She’s new around here and probably didn’t knew who you were, don’t take it too heart. I believe she isn’t that kind of person.” I chuckled to myself. Maybe she could be of use after all. I just need to give her a little ‘motivation’.

“But she insulted me! Are you going to stay silent of this matter?! I should report this to auntie! If you won’t defend me, then she will!” she pouted. I just gave out a sigh and pets her head, an old habit I picked up since we were kids. To me, she’s just my innocent little sister. Yet my mother said otherwise, including her, herself.

“Aww don’t be like that Deni. I’m sure it’s just a small misunderstanding, maybe you and Cassey would be the best of friends soon enough.” I smirked as her expression darkened to an angered scowl. Just as I expected, have things my way, or nobody’s way.

“No! Never! I will never associate myself to the likes of her! If you won’t help me, then I’ll help myself!” She stormed away, wherein I could visibly see her steaming from her ears, what an adorable sight indeed. Call me ruthless, and I’ll show you what kind of description which you’re trying to bestow on me.

“Jarred, prepare my attire for tonight, and get the servants and maids ready, we’ll be leaving in an hour.” I instructed and made my way to my resting chamber. Mother would be demanding certain things tonight. Things that I don’t want to comply to at all, but she’s my mother. Regardless of how much you don’t like something that you have to comply on, yet it’s for mother. No one can say no to your mothers, they are the most special people in your life, next to the father of course and siblings.

“Yes sir, and I suspected that Master George will be present in this celebration, what should we do to deal with him?” I gave out a light chuckle, of course my dear second uncle would be dying to make a public image, just to get me out of the position.

“Let him be, let’s see how long would it take to lure the wolf out of his den.” This would be a great surprise for my beloved second uncle.

“Affirmative, Young master. The Madame wishes your presence before the banquet. Please, reconsider it Young master.” I gave out another sigh and made a signal for him to leave, my mother isn’t a normal person would say. ‘humorous’ yet she has the nerve to urge me into succumbing to her orders.

As soon as my assistant left, I took my leave as well to get changed. Mother hates inadequate behavioral display. She believes that whatever you look like will always be questioned along with your personality and etiquette.

“Young master, your suit is prepared. It is required for you to immediately dress up an have the hairdresser prepare your physical appearance. After so, kindly visit the Madame before you head to the hotel.” I gave out another nod and permits them to do whatever they needed. I also took the time in order to wear the suit especially tailored for me. It was designed by Denise’s mother, that’s what I believe.

After I finished preparing for my physical appearance, I had Jarred to escort me to my mother’s resting chambers, which is nearby the garden. I have been prepared already knowing what her exact intentions are. And it has something to do with the Javier’s.

“Mother, you requested for my presence?” I did a small bow of courtesy before approaching her. Mother seems very elegant in her appearance of wearing another one of YingYang Corp’s latest designer evening gowns, she sees too highly of those people just by a prick of fabric sewn to a delicate masterpiece.

“Of course, in two hours the banquet will begin in the hotel. I want you to accompany Denise as her partner for the night, to extinguish the both of you as betrothed. Thus, to strengthen our relationship with YingYang Corp.” she baffled out while applying lipstick, my mother is aged to her late 30’s yet she still seemed to be in her early 20’s to me. And as I expected, she wants me to be Denise’s so-called escort. She always does every single event that occurred between the corporations. Thus, for the sake of the company, I have no choice.

“Yes, mother.” I responded with another act of curtesy and turned to leave. It’s always these days when she asks too much of me enough to handle whom I want to be with. Yet which reminds me, Cassandra will be there. Enticing me for an exciting show to unveil soon enough with Denise.

“Young master, shall we go now?” I took my necessary things to bring and headed over to the private vehicle which Jarred would drive to the hotel with me. Some say that Golden Hierarchy hotel is the most prestigious hotels around here which earns the favor of countless of its customers as they host the most elegant of any occasions and events.

“Jarred, what do you think of the moon?” I absentmindedly spoke. Which earned me a slight questioning of silence before he glanced over at me, then back at the road ahead.

“It’s the 15th of the month, the moon will shine so elegant in the night sky. What do you think of it?” I could only gaze on the endless pool of darkness from above, with the shines of endless diamonds which flicks in the dark, shows a nice and soothing glow.

“You’re right… the stars are bright, but not as bright as the moon. Just like Celine…” I sighed out. Celine is gone, and there’s nothing I could do to bring her back.

“Young master, please don’t think that way. She would heavily shed tears if ever she sees you in this state. Your happiness and future are her number one priority, you know. And her death will never have anything to do with you.” Though I wish I’d be able to thoroughly convince myself, yet I couldn’t. After that fatal accident.

“Young master, we have arrived. Young miss Javier seems to be waiting for you on the grand entrance. I shall take my leave to park the car after you get off, and please. Be nice to her, you know. The Madame has a great liking to her, enough to match her with you.” Jarred once again reminded as he opened the car door for me and allowed me to get out of the vehicle. Even if he didn’t remind me, I would do so as well.

“I get it, I’ll see you around the banquet then.” I made my way to the entrance paved with a red carpet in the center, it is said that famous celebrities and people of high positions would be guests tonight, to celebrate the union of the Japan Electron-Innovations Corporation and YingYang Corp’s successful corporation regardless of both entities being very distant than relatively similar. Yet every entity has a chance to pair with another regardless of capacity and their capabilities.

“Sammy! You’re here!” The moment I stepped onto the pavilion like steps, a heavy weight was wrapped around my arm, dragging me along with the reigns of the strength. And I could ever guess who.

Yet I did strike a smile, one which lacks genuine yet deceiving, the smile I use just for her every time. It’s a hopeless case for me.

“I wouldn’t miss it for the world.” I lifted my arm slightly, allowing her to properly held onto my arm in a graceful manner, then lead her inside afterwards.

“Let me introduce you to my friends! They have been dying to meet you!” I just allowed her to drag me to a group of 3 girls. I already know them, they are the 3 prestigious daughters of the neighboring companies, which father sometimes signs contracts for the collaboration of the lakeside project one time. They would suck up on me and tried to get by means to get close to me. Typical.

“Girls! Have you met Samuel Gabriel Dencio before? My future husband?” I never agreed to the introductory yet there’s nothing I could do to change it. The 3 girls started squealing and gossiping to Denise in a very displeasing attitude of approach.

“Denise, you know very well that it’s not true. Mother planned it but I won’t agree to it, now excuse me ladies, Uncle Javier would seek my presence soon enough.” I left without hearing another word from any of the girls, getting rid of them is a burden already.

“Well, Deni. Looks like prince charming would rather waltz alone that fool around with a snotty brat like you.” I heard one of the girls simply spat out and burst into a snotty fit of laughter. But I won’t be the hero in this page. She’s driving me nuts, though I wonder what Cassey’s up to.

I took a glance over a certain area where the maids are being dispatched to serve some wine and small desserts. I finally caught a glimpse of Cassandra; it seems she would be carrying some drinks. I wonder how she thinks right now? From what I’ve investigated about her, she would crash around in this kind of events and mess around with anyone she wishes, and now she will be serving them.