CHAP 5
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"You are the only one I have seen who took a break from work and was not happy," Azy commented as the make-up artists fixed my hair and face.
I rolled my eyes and did not bother to talk. Even though days had already passed, the pain in my chest still wouldn't go away every time I remembered what had happened on Valjerome's and my anniversary.
"By the way, you already know, don't you?" Azy said.
My forehead furrowed as I glanced at him, waiting for him to continue.
"You will be having a partner for today’s shoot," he said.
"What?!" I exclaimed.
His lips parted, and he put his hands on his waist. "Do not tell me again that you have not read my messages yet?!" he growled at me.
I closed my eyes and then moved my face away from the artist’s brushes. I signaled them to step aside as I looked straight at Azy.
"What do you mean by saying I will be shooting with someone today?" I asked him, clarifying things.
He massaged his temples before shaking his head. "Jazzie, we can't stop this shoot. I've been paid, and I have already signed a contract," he explained before I could say anything.
"Bullsh*t, Azy! You know I do not just hang out with anyone," I reminded him.
"I am sorry, okay? I thought it was okay with you this time because you did not reply. I am used to the fact that when you do that, you let me decide," he reasoned.
I did not utter a single word and just quietly troubled myself with my thoughts.
"Is it a man?" I asked for confirmation.
He bit his lower lip and nodded slowly. I gasped and closed my eyes in frustration.
This is why I do not want to accept any partners for a shoot because I am sure that this will be a guy. No one in the world I live in knows that I'm married. That's why my fans are so excited to pair me up with anyone.
Valjerome will also get angry when he finds this out.
No, he probably already knows.
"Just let this one pass, Jazzie. I am begging you." Azy took my hand and looked at me softly. "I'm sorry. I really didn’t know," he said.
I let out a deep breath and nodded my head. "Fine," I said sparingly.
He immediately brightened and smiled widely. "Really?!" he asked in disbelief.
I pulled my hand away and rolled my eyes. "You know, just go outside and take care of the photographers there. I know you like one of them," I scoffed.
He grinned at me and came slightly closer to my ear to whisper, "I'd rather hit on the make-up artist's assistant." He giggled before finally leaving the dressing room.
I just shook my head because it looked like he wanted a woman now.
Deceptive heart.
A few more minutes later, I was done with my make-up session. I changed into what I would be wearing for the shoot and left the room as Azy started calling for me.
I calmly walked while wearing the red flowing dress with a slit on my thigh. The neckline of the dress was also a bit deep, so my chest was much more defined.
"Jazzie!" Azy happily greeted me and held my arm. "Come on, I will introduce you to your partner," he said happily.
I did not object and let him guide me to where my partner was. As we walked, I already noticed the guy sitting on a high chair while sipping his drink. Even though he had his back turned, that didn't stop me from seeing what he was doing.
"Mr. Hevion!" Azy called cheerfully.
The man stopped drinking and slowly turned to look in our direction. I stopped walking as soon as our eyes met.
His eyes.
I couldn't remember where I had seen them, but I was sure I had met him before.
"Hey, Jazzie. Are you okay?" Azy asked, bringing my attention back.
I cleared my throat and looked at my friend-s***h-manager. I smiled sparingly before continuing to walk.
The guy did not say a word. He just stared at me as if he were analyzing my actions.
Where did I see him?
"Hi, Mr. Hevion. She is Jazzie, my beautiful model. She will also be with you for the shoot," Azy said.
The guy hummed while nodding his head and then reached out his hand to me. "Chaos Hevion," he formally introduced himself, not taking his eyes off me.
Even though I felt uncomfortable with his stare, I still chose to work professionally. I was about to reach for his hand when a strong arm wrapped around my waist and pulled me away.
I was ready to pull away and scream, but I was stunned by what I saw.
"She is not working with you," Valjerome, my husband, said coldly to Chaos.
I blinked three times as I kept staring at his face. "V-Valjerome," I uttered with trembling lips.
His cold eyes slowly turned to me. "You are not working with him," he commanded.
It was like I was under a curse, and I just nodded to his command.
A sarcastic laugh grabbed our attention. From where he was sitting, Chaos slowly stood up and stared at my husband.
"Sorry, mister, whoever you are, but apparently she needs to work with me or else..." He then looked at me and smirked. "She will be imprisoned."
I looked at Valjerome nervously. I was afraid that he might think I really liked what was happening right now, but he did not look at me.
A few seconds later, I saw the corner of his lips lift. "I will pay for the damages," he said lazily.
Chaos laughed again before looking at Valjerome seriously. "Do you even know what was written in the contract?" he mocked.
I suddenly became nervous, so I focused my attention on the others. Most of the staff were silent and just remained staring. Instead of thinking about what was really happening, I looked at Azy for an explanation.
He looked at me apologetically before stepping forward. "Mr. Hevion said that if you ever breached the contract, you would have to date him for a month or else you would be imprisoned," Azy whispered just loud enough for us to hear.
My mouth parted in disbelief.
Pardon?
"Azy!" I shouted angrily and combed my hair with my fingers.
"I am sorry. I just thought it was a fair deal. I did not know you had a boyfriend, Jazzie," he explained.
Damn!
"Just give me the price," Valjerome spoke coldly.
Chaos flashed an evil smirk. "Let her work or let her date me. Choose."
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