His Temporary Wife

"MISS. Gale, you can't leave the house without letting your mummie know. I'm sure she'll worry too much when she comes home and you're not here. Then my mom will scold me because I let you leave." Liana said breathlessly to me. She's been following me while talking, but I'm not paying attention to her. I always hear that from her and I'm so used to her being talkative. We have always been together since childhood. Nanay Lourdes is his mother who is our helper here at home. Besides there are only three of us living in this big house, mummie offered to live here in the house with us. It was also my idea so that Liana and I could always talk, besides they are like family to us. Until she finally stopped, I also stopped walking and faced her with a smile. I want to laugh at the way she looks now. She was holding her knees while catching her breath. ""That's what you get for following me, Liana." I teased. She let out a sigh first. "Because you can't get out of my sight. Especially since you're planning to leave. Your mummie will be really angry when she finds out that you left without telling them." I tapped her shoulder. "Just calm down, Liana. Mummie won't know if no one tells. Besides, I'm only going to the mall for a while. I'm just going to buy something and then I'll be right back here at home. So chill, okay?" I held both of her arms and looked her seriously in the eyes. "Also, please, I've only been gone for a few months, you're back to calling me like that again, ma'am, take it off. It's crazy because we're best friends." Then I quickly took a picture of her with the camera I was holding. She even closed her eyes because of the flash so I couldn't help but laugh. "But Miss—I mean Gale, you just got out of the hospital. It's not allowed for you to be tired because something bad might happen to you again." These are the prohibitions against me again. For god's sake, it's been one month since I got out of the hospital. Then I rested at home for one month, no gadgets and healthy living is necessary. Then until now they are still worried about me? I'm fully recovered! I did everything they said so now I can do whatever I want. "I'm fine, I'm fine." I emphasized what I said. "I'm just going to the mall to do window shopping. So it's not tiring," I added. She seems convinced. "Alright, Gale... But go with your bodyguards, okay? Maybe something—-" I didn't let her finish. "Stop!" I hold back. "I've been mistaken for the daughter of a mafia boss because of my bodyguards. I can handle myself, nothing bad will happen to me." I'm serious with that. It's weird that there's always someone tailing me whenever I go somewhere. Not that I'm complaining but that's how it is. Because people I meet always stare at me whenever I'm with bodyguards, maybe they think I'm an actor but I'm not famous because they don't know me. "That's what you said before, then we just found out—-" I cut her off again. I always do that to her so she's used to it. "Just come with me." Liana was about to refuse my request but she didn't do anything because I pulled her to the car. I'm also sure that she misses our bonding. Back then, Liana and I always went to the mall, sometimes we even went to far away places. Then when we're really bored, we go to another country for a walk. That's why I really missed leaving the house! It's so boring because I've been hanging out at the hospital and home for several months. When I got to the mall, I couldn't wait for the bodyguards who were with us to open the door for me. I quickly got out of the car, carrying my camera. I didn't wait for them. I even heard Liana calling me but I didn't look at her. Even though I didn't look, I knew that he was running again now towards my direction. I feel like a child who cannot disappear from the eyes of those who watch over me. For your information, I am of legal age. The only thing I'm missing is a boyfriend, but I've never had one. Because I'm loyal to my crush. "Wait, Ma'am Gale! Don't go first, you can't get out of my sight!" he shouted. See? But even though Liana is like that, I am very grateful to her, because she takes such great care of me. We started walking. We got away from the bodyguards a bit because like I said it makes me feel awkward. They agreed because Liana was with me. While walking around inside the mall, I couldn't stop myself from taking photos of everything that was beautiful to my eyes, it's not because I'm ignorant. I was also imprisoned at home for several months, so it's like I'm out of the cage now. I miss wandering around so much! "Hey, my mom might be looking for us. We haven't told her we're leaving yet, she might get scolded—" I didn't finish her. I put my index finger on her lips. "Quiet," I said seriously. "Don't be too nervous, Liana. I brought you here so don't worry. I got your back!" I even winked in case her concern would disappear. "Alright. To be honest, I've missed our bonding like this, Gale!" Liana said shyly next to me. I anchored my arm around her. "Same! I missed it so much, of course I missed being with you even more." That's not a joke, she's really good to be with because we're both crazy. "It's just that your health is more important now, you can't just go everywhere because you might get tired—" "Stop lecturing me, Liana. I know what I'm doing, okay? I just really missed wandering. So just calm down there, I'm with you." I squeezed her cheek. She only let out a single breath. If Liana is naughty, of course I am more naughty than her. We continued walking. Until we passed by a shoe store, a luxury brand of shoes. I'm not a fan of these, it's just that this brand is really known around the world. I don't know but something inside of me tells me to go inside. Especially from what I see now. One of the heels caught my attention, it's displayed in the middle so you can really see it even if you're outside. I first signaled to my bodyguards not to follow me. Because people are staring at me again. Every time I really leave the house, they are always tailing me. I don't know about my parents, because they are too worried about me. I can handle myself. We went inside. We were just at the opening when Liana stopped walking. "I want to pee..." she shyly whispered to me. I laughed. "Go to the bathroom. You're too nervous." "Alright, I'll just send your bodyguards here so you can have someone with you." I shook my head quickly. "Don't, no need." "Are you sure? Alright, I'll just hurry up." "Okay, you might even pee here," I joked. When Liana left, I immediately went to the center where the heels were on display, which caught my attention. It's just a simple black heels with shimmering effects, that's it. I don't really like heels but its caught my attention, maybe because she looks social even though she's simple? Or maybe because I love the color black? Maybe the same. I'll just buy it and then keep it, like a collection. Maybe I'll suddenly be possessed by some spirit and then I'll wear it even though I don't really wear that kind of thing. I don't even like going to parties. I was sure that I was going to buy the heels so I was about to take them but suddenly a hand grabbed them. "Wait! That's mine!" I said in a high voice. "I saw it first," the person who grabbed my heels said emphatically. Wait... A male voice? I looked up causing our eyes to meet. My eyes widened when I recognized the man standing in front of me now. "T-Titus?" I ask incredulously. Is this real? Oh my god, is this true? That crush of mine is in front of me? From his serious expression, he suddenly frowned. "Did you say my name?" He must be wondering why I know him. "Of course! You're the crush— wrong! My love. I actually dream of marrying you! I can't believe I'm standing in front of you right now. Oh my god, you're so handsome, especially up close." Of course I didn't say that! I have to control my emotions, because he might think I am too wild. Besides, I'm too stupid to say that right away. "I'm talking to you, miss. Don't stare at me as if you want to eat me." It's like my cheeks suddenly got hot. Did he really say that I wanted to eat him? But I can also do that if he wants. Just kidding of course. I'm a good girl. "Those heels.." I pointed to the one he was holding. "I was the first one to see that, I was about to take it but you preceded me in taking it." I calmly said. Of course, my crush is the one in front of me. He nodded his head. "You're right, you were the first to see it but I was the first to get it. It means I now own these heels." He even greeted my looks at him. I was intimidated by his looks, I felt like I was falling even more, gosh! I calmed down myself. I can't exaggerate, my love for him should be just right. "Of course, you can have it! You want me too?" He raised his eyebrows. It should be right but why does it seem so obvious that I like him so much. "I mean you want me to pay? My treat," I offered with a smile that I wish I hadn't done. He smirked. Oh, my god, he was grinning! He is very handsome indeed. "Excuse me, miss. What did you say? Do you think that I can't afford it?" He seemed insulted by what I said. Why did I forget that my crush is rich? Why did I say that? It looks like I'm a bad shot at that part. I smiled awkwardly. "It's not. It's just a joke." The reaction on his face is still serious. "I don't know you but you know me, but it doesn't mean that you can joke with me like that." I bit my lip. I wasn't joking with him, I meant it. "I'm sorry right away. By the way, the name is Gale—" "I don't care." "You said you don't know me. So I'll introduce myself to you." I extended my hand to him. "I'm Gale—" "I'm not interested." He cut me off for the second time. I winced. "You're so harsh. It's a good thing I like you," I whispered. "Are you saying something?" I quickly smiled broadly. "Is that for your mom?" I'll change the subject. "No," he answered without interest. "For your sister?" "No." "Cousin? Aunt? Grandma—" He cut me off again. "Can you shut up? You're so annoying. I do not know you, miss. So please stop asking questions." The irritation on his face because of my questions was obvious but I didn't care. Why is he so cute even when he's angry? I covered my mouth with my hand. "Oh my god, don't tell me..." "What?" His forehead was wrinkled. "You bought that for s-you?" I was joking with him. The corner of his lips lifted. "What question is that? Are you saying I'm gay, huh?" I giggled. "It's just a joke." He's really cute when he gets pissed off, I fall for him even more. My heart, god! "I'm sure that's for the family—-" "These shoes are for the girl I love the most. The girl my heart beats for," he said seriously. Little by little, the smiles on my lips disappeared. That feeling when you meet and talk to your crush for the first time and then you're instantly heartbroken. I haven't even confessed yet but I was busted right away. I want to take the heels back from him and then hit my own head. Or just be the heels so that he will buy only me and bring them home. But those heels are for his girlfriend, so, no thanks. My first idea is better. I faked my smile. "You have a g-girlfriend?" I asked even though it was obvious. Why? I just want to hurt myself very, very much. "Yeah, and it's none of your business." Then he left in front of me to follow the sales lady who was carrying the heels he was going to buy for the girl—- I couldn't even say the word. It hurts my heart. Even though I'm busted and broken now, my attention and eyes are still on Titus. I just watch him talking to the female employee who is assisting him now. All of his movements are perfect in my eyes. He turned his back from where I was so I took a picture of him. I clicked one after another, all his angles. It's okay even if my camera has full storage as long as I can take a lot of pictures of him. Until he turned to my place so I quickly hid my camera. I even smiled at him, but he had no emotion. The woman handed him the paper bag, then he left. I felt depressed when he completely disappeared from my sight. Even though we met in this way, I am still very happy. I let out a sigh and then sat down on the small sofa here on the side. I didn't even realize that one of my bodyguards was by my side. "Are you okay ma'am? Did that man do something to you?" I let out a sigh. "My heart hurts so much, it's like it's been torn apart by what I found out." I was surprised when he quickly pulled out his wallkie talkie. "Emergency. Ma'am needs to—-" Before they panicked, I stopped my body guard from what he was going to say. "That's not what I meant brother! That's just a joke, you're being too serious." "Your parents strictly instructed us to be alert when it comes to you," he replied seriously. I scratched my head. "That's just a joke." I even tried to laugh. These bodyguards of mine are too serious. I understand that they are just doing their job, not just doing it because they do a good job. "Ma'am Gale, what happened? I'm sorry if I took a long time, because the line in the bathroom is long. How are you? Did something happen? I'm really sorry!" Liana who has just entered the store. The hurry was still obvious to her. Heres another one, Liana, she thought something bad would happen to me at any time. "Liana take everything you want from this store, also tell the bodyguards who are with us. My treat." "Wh-what is it?" She still couldn't believe it. "Take everything you want, I'll pay." "But what is sold here is so expensive..." she said in a whisper voice. "Just don't look at the price so you won't be afraid to get what you want," I answered with a laugh. "Are you serious ma'am?" "It's like you don't know me yet, Liana. And how many times do I have to tell you, just call me Gale. I'm not used to you adding ma'am after my name." "You Ma'am Gale? Aren't you going to buy?" I shook my head with a smile. "I'm alright." I am very okay because of what I saw today, even though I was hurt badly by what I found out. I can talk about my feelings, I can be offended but do I have the right? Of course there is none. She sat beside me. "What do you want?" "He..." I answered while remembering what happened earlier. "Him? What is he?" I looked at her seriously. "Secret no clue," I answered quickly. Fortunately, she doesn't get what I said. "Whatever it is, Gale. Just say so! I'm sure you can buy it." The way she spoke, she seemed to be really sure of what she was saying. If Liana knows what's on my mind, can she still say that? I hope the saying that money can buy everything is true.