His last wish

Chapter one

👠 LUNA'S POV 💄

I sit beside my sister's hospital bed, holding her hand and trying to offer a reassuring smile. She looks pale and nervous, but tries to smile back at me.

"Hey, Luna. Thanks for coming," she says, her voice weak.

"Of course, sis. I wouldn't miss it for the world. How are you feeling?"

She shrugs, her eyes darting towards the machines beeping around her. "Scared, I guess. This surgery is a big deal."

I squeeze her hand. "You're going to be fine. The doctors are amazing here, and they'll take great care of you."

" But...how do we get the money for the surgery..Luna?"

" Charlotte..you worry too much..I should be worried about that okay..? I'd sort that out me self.."

"Luna..what if you can't..?"

"Be positive Charlotte.."

"Right!" She nods

We sit in silence for a moment, watching the heart monitor beep steadily.

"Do you remember when we used to play hide-and-seek in the park?" I ask, trying to distract her from her worries.

Her eyes light up slightly. "Yeah! You were always so bad at finding me."

I laugh. "Hey, I was just letting you win!"

We chat and reminisce for a while,Just as I'm sitting down to wait, I hear a familiar voice behind me.

"Hey, Luna! I heard you were here, so I thought I'd drop by and see how you too are doing."

I turn to see my friend, Kaylee walking towards me with a concerned expression. She's still in her work clothes, but she looks like she's ready to take on a marathon.

"Jisoo...Thanks so much for coming." Charlotte excitedly said standing up on her bed to give her a hug.

" Charlotte be careful..." I warned, Charlotte was a big fan of Kaylee because she Born to a Korean Father and an American mom,and specially the fact that.. Kaylee was good at making More of Korea meals than American.

" Oh..my Cutie pie..you look good today.." Kaylee said as she handed a fancy bag to her..

" I bought you something you love.."

" Thank you.." Charlotte almost jumped on her bed excited,

" Charlotte enough now.. before the doctor comes in.." I Scolded playfully as Kaylee laughed and took her sit,

" Thank you Kaylee for coming..how was work today?" I asked,as she stretched tiredly..and yawned.

" Girl...I hate Sundays.." she said dramatically make Charlotte and I laugh,

"Have you heard from Nala..?"I asked,

" Girl is at home sleeping like she got screwed the entire night..." She said naughtily as Charlotte choked on her meal..

" Act like you never heard that "I warned,and Charlotte nodded.

" Are you spending the night here..?" Kaylee asked,

"Hmm!" I nodded,i mean it was the only day of the week I really get to spend some quality time with Charlotte,

" Guess what..Jisoo?" Charlotte immediately said her eyes wide open,guess what , Charlotte was have something to say..

We sit down together and I fill her in on my sister's situation. Kaylee listens attentively, asking questions and making supportive noises in all the right places.

💼 RICCARDO'S POV 👔

I sit in my study room, surrounded by books and papers, and answer the video call from my doctor.

"Riccardo it's weekend..I decided to make out free time just for you.."

"You know how I am with work..I told you I can't do this." I said as i rubbed my temple,

"Even on weekends? You don't have time Riccardo" Dr Tomas reminded me,

" How long would the Biopsy take?" I asked,

" It'll take at least a week.."

"That won't work " I immediately told him,he frowned.

" Pardon? Do you want to die?"

" It's no new Tomas..I have already used my vacation days..I don't think I can take a week off from work.."

My doctor leans forward, his expression persuasive. "Riccardo, I understand that you're busy, but your health is important too. And I'm not just talking about your physical health. I want to make sure you're doing okay mentally and emotionally as well. You've been through a lot lately, and I want to support you."

I sigh, feeling a bit worn down by his persistence. "Okay, fine. Thank you so much for your concern..I have to pick this call now..!"

"How about next Thursday at 2 PM? It'll just be very quick, I promise."

I nod reluctantly. "Okay, deal."

My doctor smiles, victorious. "Great! I'll see you then, Riccardo. Take care!"

I nod and end the call, as I took the next call.

" Hey Riccardo man.." His cheerful voice hailed from the other end,

"Please go straight to the point,I'm the middle of something.."

"Chill dude..it's Sunday. Aren't you suppose to be outside...to have fun?"

" Did you call me for this?"

"Fine..." He trailed,

"Riccardo,I just got an email application for the secretary position that blew me away," Miguel says as soon as impossible,

"Really? What's so impressive about it?" I asked, his interest piqued.

"The candidate's resume is flawless, and their cover letter shows they've done their research on the company. Plus, their references are glowing. I think we need to bring them in for an interview, pronto!"

I blinked, "You sound pretty enthusiastic, Miguel. What's the candidate's name?"

"Ah, yeah! It's Sophia Rodriguez. Trust me, Riccardo, this woman's got skills. I'll send you her application and you can see for yourself."

"Alright, alright. Send it over. I'll take a look," I said with keen interest,,

" At your service Boss.." he hanged up immediately as I rubbed my temple again feeling really dizzy.

🦋 Author's pov 🦋

Luna steps out of the taxi and onto the curb, gazing up at the imposing building that houses their company. She takes a deep breath, her heart racing with a mix of anxiety and dread.

As she walks into the lobby, she notices a familiar figure driving into the parking garage. It's Riccardo, her boss, behind the wheel of his sleek black sports car. He's never arrived this early before, and Luna's mind races with worst-case scenarios.

Her thoughts trail off as she watches him pull into his parking spot, his eyes fixed intently on her. Luna's heart skips a beat as he steps out of the car, his expression unreadable.

She quickens her pace, her heels clicking on the marble floor as she rushes towards the safety of her cubicle. Her heart races with anticipation, her mind racing with worst-case scenarios.

She reaches her desk, her hands shaking slightly as she sets down her bag and laptop. She takes a deep breath, trying to calm her nerves.

"Okay, Luna, get it together. You've got this. Just act normal."

But her eyes keep darting towards Riccardo's office, waiting for him to come,her mind wondering what he's doing here so early.

👠 LUNA'S POV 💄

I took a deep breath and walks into Riccardo's office, trying to composed myself,

"Good morning, sir," I greeted, my voice professional.

Riccardo looks up from his phone, his eyes narrowing slightly. "Ah, Luna."

I stood tall, My hands trembling slightly as I opened his schedule. "You have a busy day today, sir. At 9 am, you have a meeting with the design team to discuss the new furniture collection. At 11 am, you have a conference call with a potential client from Milan. And at 2 pm, you have a meeting with the marketing team to discuss the upcoming advertising campaign."

Riccardo nods,his eyes fixed on his laptop, " anything else?" He asked ,

my voice steady as I read out the schedule, trying to hide the tremble in my hands. Riccardo's eyes remain fixed on his laptop screen, his brow furrowed in concentration.

"As I was saying, sir, at 3 pm, you have a meeting with the production team to discuss the new manufacturing process. At 4 pm, you have a conference call with a supplier from Italy. And at 5 pm, you have a meeting with the design team to finalize the prototypes for the upcoming collection."

Riccardo grunts, his eyes still fixed on the screen. "Uh-huh. Go on."

I took a deep breath and continues,my voice steady but my heart racing. "At 6 pm, you have a dinner meeting with a potential investor. And finally, at 8 pm, you have a meeting with the marketing team to discuss the social media strategy."

Riccardo finally looks up, his eyes piercing through mine for a while..I really hoped he had nothing bad to say..or to reschedule.. "Very well, Luna. Thank you."

I exhales slowly, trying to hide her relief. "You're welcome, sir."

But Riccardo's gaze lingers on Mine, his eyes narrowing slightly, making me swallowed hard, "Luna?"

"Yes, sir?"

"Don't think you're done for the day yet. I have a special task for you. Something that requires your... particular skills."

My heart skips a beat as she wonders what he has in store for her.

" Sir...?"

"Yes...and yes.. before I forget..what is the financial manger saying about the meeting he reschedule for today...when it is holding..?"

"Actually sir...Mr Miguel has said he'd be available to discuss the investment opportunities or funding option,as well as Reviewing financial statements..."

"Marry me.."

"Yes..and profit marg..Sir?" I paused when I realized something,did I say something or I was in my wonderland of imagination in front of my boss.

" Marry me!" He proposed as he sat relaxed on his chair and hus eyes I intently fixed on his laptop,

"Sir..did you sleep well at night?" The word already left my mouth before I realized what i said,His eyes darted to me in a natural glance, unreadable and emotionless.

"Does it look like I have dark circles?"

" No sir..I mean..I'm sorry sir..I just didn't know what to say .it isn't April so..it can't be a prank.." I stammered like my heart was literally jumping,as the files on my hands were shaking,

"I just proposed Luna.. aren't you gonna say yes?"

My eyes grew wide when I noticed he wasn't joking,

"Sir..you are not joking.." I said foolishly as the files fell from my hands,

" I'm so sorry sir..i- I am sorry.." I apologized as I picked up the files,

"I know it's too early for your brain to process the news..it's fine..go think about it and give me a reply before the end of today...and I don't take NO for any answer.. already called a wedding planner.."

"Sir...?" I almost screamed,

"I need to attend to this call...go!" He instructed,and i nodded with my mouth still opened and as I turned to leave.. Miguel his friend and the General Manager bashed into the office,

"Riccardo what are you up to..? Why did you call for a wedding planner?"

" Why? I'm getting married.." He trailed,

I choked on my saliva as I ran out immediately to cough,is has to be a dream right? A proposal? Wedding planner already..I didn't even know what to say at this point..Oh my Jesus..save me from this temptation.