THE BILLIONAIRE'S HIDDEN HEIRS

"R-Rihav!" I can’t contain the moaning because of what Rihav’s doing to me. His movements are fast on top of me. The last thing I remember was that Rihav and I had a fight over meeting Amer, my childhood friend, on Isla Fera. I don't know what happened next, I am now below Rihav. "Don't you dare to cheat on me, Fayre?" He said firmly and claimed my lips intensely. I couldn't respond to his words because the rhythm on top of me got faster. I felt a different sensation so I accepted each of Rihav's thrusts into me. I know what we're doing is wrong, I didn't come here to flirt. I am here because I have a dream for myself and my family. But I can't seem to single out Rihav. He was the first person I had a relationship with, the first to kiss me, and the first to feel this warmth in my body. I'm only twenty years old, if I had been able to study, I might be in college by now. But fate didn't agree with me, even if I wanted to study I couldn't because we would starve and drown in debt. "Ah!" I said, and my mind returned to what Rihav and I were doing. "This is your punishment because you break our rule." He said hoarsely. A few seconds after Rihav's ups and downs, I felt something warm inside me. Rihav stopped, still above me, he kissed my lips before completely leaving above me. I took the blanket from the side and covered my whole body. "Explain yourself, why did you two f*****g meets again? Don't you dare lie to me, Fayre? You don't know me when I'm angry," he said, staring at me with his sharp eyes. I had never seen Rihav like this before. He was always sweet, caring, and affectionate in his words. But now, his demeanor was completely different. This wasn't the Rihav I had liked and known. It's as if something had possessed him, and his attitude had changed. He no longer called me by the endearing nickname he used to, now just addressing me as Fayre. "He just informed me about the condition of my father and mother in the province. He didn't do anything wrong, Rihav," I said, reaching for his hand, but he pulled away. What's happening to him? Why is he like this? Doesn't he love me anymore? "Liar! I told you not to lie to me, Fayre!" he accused." "That's the truth, Rihav," I said, and indeed, it was the truth. It never crossed my mind to deceive him; I loved him too much to resort to lying. Moreover, dishonesty was not in my nature as it was something my father and mother had strongly discouraged. They instilled in me the value of honesty, and it's a principle I hold dear. "f**k you!" he swears which surprised me. Is this really Rihav? This isn't the man I loved; it can't be him. I cannot bear to hear negative things about the Rihav I knew. He promised to protect me, not to hurt or abandon me. Why does it seem like that promise is now shattered? I have no certainty whether everything he's saying is true or false. "Rihav, what's happening to you? Why are you like this? I haven't done anything wrong to you, why are you doing this?" My tears fell involuntarily. I stood up from his bed, "Stop your drama, Fayre. Your theatrics won't work on me. If you could deceive me before because of my wealth, that won't happen now." His voice carried anger. "W-What are you talking about, Rihav?" I asked, wiping away my tears. I heard his sarcastic laugh before he spoke, "And you're acting all innocent. Well, I won't let you use me anymore, Fayre. Now that I've had a tasted you, I can kick you out of this house. Suits for a b***h like you." Clutching the blanket covering my body, I stood up and slapped him with intense force. I felt the tightness in my chest from the pain of his words about me. I am not that kind of woman; I would never betray someone, especially not him. He had no right to speak to me like that. "I am not that kind of woman, Rihav. Because if I were a b***h, your bedsheet would be nothing compared to what I'd do!" I angrily exclaimed, slapping him again on the other cheek. I was furious—furious at him and furious at myself for falling for his sweet words in the past. I never expected that it would come to this. I didn't answer him because I wanted him, his money, or his power. I answered him because I saw the sincerity in his pursuit to win my approval. But damn it... the pain that came with that 'yes' is unbearable. "It's good that your true colors are finally showing, Rihav. I never thought you'd be the one to say such things to me. I gave you my love wholeheartedly. I followed all your desires even when I felt suffocated. I gave you the virginity I cherished, and this is how you repay me?! Where is the Rihav I loved and knew?" I said in succession, sobbing. His face changed, but there was still anger in his eyes. What is he so angry about? I can't recall doing anything wrong to him. "Lies! You just want to get your hands on my money, don't you?" "I am not that kind of woman, Rihav!" I shouted, oblivious to the possibility that we could be overheard. "You know that so why are you like this now? Why are you hurting me? What did I do to you to deserve this?" I wiped away my tears. "You broke my trust for you, Fay. You ruined everything. Yeah, you changed me into a good man, but you also turned me into a beast. Is it so hard to understand that I can't stand seeing that man?!" he said angrily. "Rihav, it was just a meeting because he had information about my family! Is it so difficult to comprehend that?" I raised my voice again. I didn't know if there was anyone outside listening to us or not. Our voices were escalating. Almost everyone here was oblivious to Rihav and me, except for his twin siblings, Zavia and Zoena. "Was it really just a meeting, or did you do something else? I wasn't there, but I know you two did something," he asserted. "We didn't do anything, Rihav! Your mind is playing tricks on you! Go ahead, say whatever you want to say to me, but remember this, Rihav. This blood is proof that I am not that kind of woman." I pointed to the mark that indicated I was no longer a virgin. "Also, remember this: I will never come back to you. I know you'll eventually leave me, so I'll leave you first. We are over!" I took the ring he gave me on our first anniversary along with the necklace bearing his name. I handed it to him. He stared at it for a few minutes, leaving me no choice but to throw it on the floor, and I didn't know where it ended up. I quickly searched for my clothes and dressed before leaving his room. I breathed a sigh of relief when I found myself alone near his room. I hurriedly went to my own room and unleashed all the pain I felt. I cried and cried until I heard a knock on the door. I composed myself before opening it. Zavia and Zoena were the ones I saw when I opened the door. They immediately entered and hugged me tightly. I couldn't hug them back because I didn't understand why they were hugging me. "We heard it, Fayre. I passed by earlier, then I called Zoe, damn it, Kuya!" Zav said as he let go of the hug. We were all the same age, with a three-year gap between us and Rihav. I didn't think about it much because it wasn't important. "If you ever need help, we're both here for you. We won't abandon you. You're our only friend, and you know Zav's attitude, so we don't really have other friends. I've grown tired of his face, but it seems like nobody else wants to be friends with us," Zoe said, and I chuckled at her words. She then playfully tugged at Zav's hair. "I'm okay; I won't leave because my mom is unwell, and I need to work," I replied. "I have money, Fay. I can g—" I cut Zav off, "I can manage; I might take up some extra work at my previous job." I noticed Zav rolling his eyes, "It's really brother’s fault. Isn't the salary good there? You would've had money if he hadn't stopped you!" she retorted. "Let it be; I can still go back there," I said with a smile. Everyone is busy here at Mansion Madreal; they're celebrating, so we caretakers are occupied with preparations for their party. Almost everyone is elegantly dressed. I know where I stand, so I haven't left my post. It has been two weeks since my argument with Rihav, and we haven't spoken or even exchanged glances. I avoid him, and I can sense that he's doing the same. The twins are the only ones who give me strength inside their mansion. "Can I have a juice, please?" a woman asked me, even though the juice was right in front of her where I was standing. Others just help themselves, but she wanted me to hand it to her. I didn't complain because I'm just a servant here. I handed her the juice, but she wasn't looking when she took it, causing it to spill on my clothes. The black color of the gloves got wet. "Gosh! You're so clumsy!" she exclaimed, catching me off guard. Why me? She's the one not paying attention to what she's doing... "What happened here?" Rihav's voice came from behind the woman. I saw him wrap his arm around the woman's waist. It used to be my favorite gesture from Rihav, but now he does it with someone else. What am I again? Just a maid. "This clumsy girl poured the juice on my expensive gloves," she disdainfully said to Rihav. Rihav glanced at her expensive gloves, not even sparing a glance in my direction before speaking, "Don't mind her, babe, let's go." He held the woman's waist, and they left together. It felt like a dagger pierced my heart at that moment. Now, I'm just a worthless woman in his life. I must be foolish to let myself be deceived by him. If only I had followed what Mom said, I wouldn't be hurt like this. "In the future, I'll reserve my love for myself. I won't let myself be a fool again!" "Ladies and Gentlemen, before this event starts, may I ask Dyessie and Rihav to come here on stage. Rihav has good news for tonight's event." I turned my attention towards the stage. I saw the woman I accidentally spilled juice on and Rihav making their way to the stage. Rihav still had his arm around the woman's waist, and they both wore big smiles. It felt like my heart was being squeezed, the pain unbearable. Perhaps, fate punished me for running into Amer. Why? We already have no money, no life, and now this kind of punishment? Can I just die from this pain? I discreetly wiped away the tears that had escaped from my eyes. The man handed the mic to Rihav. The woman at his side clung to him tightly. The people inside the mansion cheered before Rihav began to speak. “Good evening, everyone. I don't know where I should start..." He paused, "But today, Dyessie and I are officially engaged!" he declared, and the woman showed off her ring. I gasped in pain from what I felt. Damn it! He announced it so openly! I wasn't prepared for him to say that in front of so many people and right in front of me. I felt the ache in my heart intensify at Rihav's announcement. Our relationship was a secret because I was just a maid, and he was wealthy. It hurts! Rihav continued with his words, but I didn't hear them anymore. I walked out of the mansion and headed to the garden. I cried there. For two weeks, I've been crying non-stop because of what happened between Rihav and me. He used to say he wouldn't hurt me, he wouldn't make me cry, and he would take care of me until we grow old because we were the ones getting married in the end. But now, he's marrying someone else! What am I going to do?! After being deceived by a wealthy man, I am now in tears. I know I am poor but and now I'm being hurt! "If you're leaving now, Fay, we'll help you escape," I lifted my gaze when I saw the twins here. I stood up and hugged them both, "I-it hurts... it hurts so much," I sobbed continuously, grateful for the two people who never tire of helping me. "We saw your reaction earlier; even we were surprised. We didn't know about it, Fayre. Promise, if we had known, we would have kicked you out a long time ago so you wouldn't hear and wouldn't be hurt like this. Sorry..." Zav said remorsefully. I sniffed before speaking, "Let it be. Now I've proven that the rich and the poor don't match." I cried. "Don't say that! We know how our brother loves you; something is definitely wrong with what's happening. We'll find out for you," Zoe insisted. I shook my head, "No, let it be. Maybe I'll leave and go back to my province where I belong." I saw how saddened the faces of the twins were. They didn't treat me as a maid; they treated me like family. I owe them a great deal, and I won't forget how they helped me now. I'll never forget how much pain Rihav made me go through. I won't seek revenge on him because I don't want to see him again. "Pack your things; Zoe's car is in the garage. We'll take you to the terminal," Zav said, supporting me as I walked. I'll forget about you, Rihav. I'll make sure we never meet again...