Spiralled

Chapter -9

The whole article was in Italian so i had to click pictures and translate it via Google.

"The prestigious Romano family name their presence known at Europe's business meet. The Romanos were seen mingling with a lot of powerful business personalities. This just might be the opportunity Romano industries were searching for to expand into the international market."

The article mentioned about the business and its influence in the domestic market. The article was seven years old.

One of the recent articles told about the net-worth of the family which was estimated to be billions of euros.

"Why were my parents with these people?" I muttered to myself. "What was their connection to each other?!"

After my little research it was confirmed that Angelina was key to uncover the truth and by hook or crook, i had to earn her trust.

I exhaled loudly, thinking about all the efforts i was going to have to put in this. Plus, i was also going to have to explain to my friends why was I suddenly interested in Angelina Romano.

I shut the computer off and took my diary. I had noted down all the information that seemed important to me about Romanos.

I was walking to the exit when my target entered, looking tired. She walked to one of the empty desks and opened her books. I thought about approaching her but decided against it. If i was her,i wouldn't want anyone disturbing me when i was studying, especially if it was a person i didn't know.

So with a better judgement i walked away.

Two weeks passed and i spent a lot of time learning about Angelina's routine. She lived in a house in one of the upscale neighbourhoods. Her house was subtly guarded by bodyguards dressed in civil clothes. That meant it was impossible for me to get closer without being suspicious.

She drove to the university in a Bentley cooper and was almost always accompanied by her two best friends. On weekends, she took boxing lessons and that was an opportunity for me to slowly plant myself in her life.

It was finally exam time and i was a little underprepared because of the stress. On top of that, i had to find a way to gain Angelina’s trust too.

“Man i am so going to fail!” Aaron groaned to Paige.

“Maybe you have studied instead of fooling around.” She shrugged.

“I thought i will cover everything in one night you know. Soak up all the knowledge in one go and be fresh for exam.”

“It doesn’t work out like that moron.” Mila rolled her eyes. “If you fail, you are treating us to a fancy dinner.”

“Why the f**k would i celebrate my own failure and empty my pockets for you guys?!” He complained.

“Its a way to coping aarryyy.” Em teased him.

“Yeah some friends you guys are.”

“Cheer up aar. You got this.” Seth patted his back. “By the way oli, you up for a little road trip after exams? We were all thinking we will go somewhere for a week or two.”

I looked at him. “Umm i dunno. I mean I’m not sure right now. I have to go back to my aunt’s and help her too, haven’t been seeing my folks a lot.” I lied partially.

I needed time to focus more on Angelina. And my holidays were going to be perfect for that. I could focus less on everything else and slowly work my way into the life of the most popular girl of the college.

“For whole two months?” He asked.

“Not sure seth. I’m not promising anything right now.”

“Alright.”

I felt bad for turning my friends away. But right now my normal life was as good as over for time being. I had a lot of investigating to do.

We all split up into the hallways since we had been allotted to different classrooms. I had mila with me.

Two hours pawed away scribbling away answers and a lot of thinking.

“God i can’t wait for exams to be over.” Paige sighed sitting down into our usual spot in the cafeteria.

“I know right. Everyone turns into a scholar in exam halls. I mean can you believe it?! Angelina romano was the most concentrated human in my class today.” Emily snorted.

That got my attention. “Most concentrated?” I asked casually.

“Yeah dude. She was writing till the end of the time and took like 50 extra sheets.”

“So brains and beauty huh?!” Aaron smirked.

“Of course. Unlike your dumbass, no brain and no beauty.”

Aaron rolled his eyes and flexed his biceps. “Who you calling ugly baby?! Women die for these guns.”

“Yeah right.” She laughed.

“I was thinking I’m going to learn how to make candles.” Mila said thoughtfully.

“That’s so random.”

“I know but i burn through like 15 candles a week so i just know that there are women like me out there.”

“What’s with girls and candles. I know like at least seven women that just love lighting random candles in random rooms.” Phil asked.

“What would you know about aesthetics and positive vibes baby!” Mila smirked.

Phil shrugged. “My aesthetics are not candles that’s for sure.”

The banters continued. I was about to get up and get lunch when Angelina along with her two friends entered the cafe looking all cheery and vibrant.

“Isn’t she just gorgeous?!” Aaron fangirled, his eyes twinkling.

“A walking Italian goddess.” Phil said.

“Oh yeah i love pasta.” Aaron joked.

“So stupid Aaron.” Paige shook her head.

I stared at Angelina, wondering how the hell was this happy go lucky girl connected with the murder of my parents.