Luke's POV
Those eyes, those words. I'm not dreaming. I know this is foolish but this girl in front of me is the girl I love. My heart is screaming and crying for her name. Elena. I tried convincing myself that this is absurd but my heart refused to accept my logical reasoning.
"Luke, I've been saying this from the beginning," as I met her gaze, a familiar feeling rushed into my soul... I want to protect this woman, her misty eyes reminded me of a woman I have always loved. "I just broke you, and the fear that I've always had deep inside my heart has now become a reality. I hate seeing you like this mas lalo nang alam ko ako ang dahilan. I'm sorry I made you feel this way... I really don't deserve you."
She averted her gaze at me and I saw small drops of tears roll down her cheeks. I touched her chin and raised her head to meet my gaze. I know this feeling... only Elena can make me feel this way. I rested my forehead on hers.
"I missed you," I said as I brushed away her tears. "It's not your fault Elena. I chose this path and have no regrets; you don't have to bear any burden. I won't abandon you, I will always be by your side, and I love you and that never changed, just like from the beginning... I love you so much."
Our faces were millimeters away before she closed her eyes and our lips finally collided. I wrapped her waist with my arms and it felt like everything finally got back to where it really belonged. Oh, how I yearned for this girl. We kissed long and passionately, a kiss full of longing and love.
We caught our breath while parting our lips. I clutched her hand tightly and locked my gaze in her eyes. I'm sure she understands what I'm saying. I grinned at my own remark, of course, she'll know. After all, she is Elena Perez.
"Only you Elena." I put her hand on my chest. "Only you have the power to drive my heart this mad. I love you, Elena."
She smiled at me and I gave her a smile too. Everything happened so quickly that I found myself lying on the floor wiping my bleeding lips. Chase Rodriguez? What is he doing here?
His face flushed and brows knitted, he angrily hissed. "Tsk. I didn't know you would step down this low just to make Elena who I honestly believe won't get jealous of what you are trying to do. She's Elena Perez for heaven's sake, Javier. Don't forget that. Find another woman to play along with your stupid act."
Chase drew May in and hugged her around the waist. Chase's words were like a bucket of ice-cold water which brought me back to my senses. The look in his eyes brought me back to my rationality. Sh*t, what the hell did I just do? This is outrageous. For a moment I thought, ugh!
"Are you really that desperate Mr. Nice guy— oh wait, what suits you is... Mr. Pathetic? I don't think Elena would ever run back to your lousy arms ever. And on top of that. You'll use an ugly sadistic—" he was using his mocking tone when May suddenly punched him.
He spits on the ground after falling to the floor. I was completely taken aback. Is it possible for someone to resemble another person so closely that you almost believe they are the person they reflect? I focused my attention on Chase.
He snorted and made a sarcastic laugh, "Isn't this a little bit deja vu, May? Remember the day you and I first met?"
He stood up, wiped down his trousers, took out his wallet, and smirked as he shoved several $100 bills into May's face. He leveled his face to May's.
"To tell you the truth, May," he remarked condescendingly. "I am richer than that bastard."
We were bounded by silence after May's heavy handed slap on Chase. Her face was stoic and cold. I got goosebumps all over my body.
"Mr. Javier, let's go," she said in a flat tone.
She turned and began to walk away. I was just about to follow her despite my hesitation when Chase rapidly grabbed her arm.
"You are not going anywhere with that bastard," he said with gritted teeth.
"Let go Chase," May ordered in distaste.
Ugh! Why can't I stop thinking of Elena when I see May like this? She actually does act like Elena, and it's not funny at all. I'm not sure why I'm upset when I see Chase with May... it's almost as if jealousy is eating me.
Chase could only let go of his grip as May walked out. May and I were already inside my car when I realized what had happened.
I glanced at May. "I'm sorry."
I did not receive a response from her. I just let out a deep sigh and begin driving away in my car. This is a complete disaster. I don't know what to say or how I'm going to face May after all of this. This is the second time this has happened, and it is not good for me or May.
I love Elena but here I am with someone else's girl. I'm now afraid that I might be the reason Chase and May's relationship will fail. I had a feeling there was something between them but now it's confirmed. Based on Chase's rage earlier, I can finally confirm he had a massive crush on May.
"Thanks for the ride, Mr. Javier," May stated before closing the door without looking back.
She got out of the car and went straight into her apartment, not looking back. Oh god, I felt like I had just betrayed Elena, but my heart tells me otherwise. This is bad seeing as I liked what happened.
May, how did you manage to make me feel this way? I smacked my steering wheel in frustration. You are crazy Luke Javier! I started my engine and drove to a bar. I need to clear my head.
Inside the bar, I could hear loud music. It's 10:30 7 pm, exactly as I expected. I took a deep breath and locked my car. Someone snagged my shoulder and started punching me. I took one blow after another and tried to push my attacker as hard as I could. I should have known better.
"Chase Rodriguez," I muttered.
He slid his hands into his pockets. Chase Rodriguez is unquestionably trouble. It's preposterous to see him try to act cool after punching me. He seriously thinks he can assault a lawyer simply because he is wealthy?
"That's for using May in your sh*tty act. Find a slut somewhere inside that bar and pay 'em or something, Don't ever think of using my girl ever again," he stated emphasizing the word my. "I'm telling you, Javier, she is mine."
"You don't own her Chase," I don't know why I'm saying this but all I know is that I'm annoyed.
This is ridiculous. I am acting like I like May. Chase shot me a deadly glare.
"She is my property. F*ck off dude if you don't want to borrow the face of your neighbor's dog," Chase demanded angrily.
What's with you, May Gonzales? You are confusing the hell out of me and you captured Chase Rodriguez's heart who duped Elena— ugh. Remembering their past relationship made me even more annoyed. And I despise how he treats May as if she were property!
"She's not yours," I retorted as a matter of fact.
"Are you actually into May?" he asked arrogantly.
I snorted at him. I don't even understand myself anymore. He suddenly punched me in the abdomen. What is wrong with this man?! Did he forget that he's literally attacking a lawyer?
"Stay away from May, Javier."
But come to think of it, I can't really blame him. I just kissed his woman and he thought I was using May. He cared that much for her... he started walking away which made me wanna run after him and make him take back what he said.
I didn't plan anything dumb, such as using May. Girls are not meant to be toyed with. And I love and respect Elena with all my heart. I won't even consider betraying her, but damn my body seems to have a mind of its own. I feel like I am going crazy.
I entered the bar and went straight to the counter and ordered a drink. I can't get rid of that scene in my mind. It doesn't make sense. How did she know? It really felt... so real. I know she's Elena and I'm going insane.
This is absurd. How can I even say May is Elena? Stop making me feel this way May. Stop messing with my mind and giving me zany ideas.
"So what made my dear brother visit my bar," I looked at the person who suddenly stood beside me. "Want a brotherly talk? You know I'll listen."
I just stared at Jake. We never really talked about anything since that fight we had over Elena, "Follow me."
I simply followed him into a VIP room. I collapsed onto the sofa. I'm just exhausted and confounded. It felt so right and wrong at the same time.
Jake stared at me and said, "You're a complete mess, Dude."
"I sure am."
I drank the beer that was sitting on the table. What on earth was I thinking? May, you're an enigma to me. How can you confuse me this way? I never expected you to make me feel this way— for you to have this control over me.
"You know Elena wouldn't want to come back here with you in this state," Jake said as he sipped his beer.
I just keep quiet and keep thinking about my delusions. Ugh, Elena, you are really making me crazy and so do you May.
"I met her." I turned to Jake. I know who he is talking about. "She's fine."
I pushed him away and tugged at my hair in frustration. I know he won't tell me where Elena is. Tsk.
"Play fair," I grumbled.
I heard him chuckle before gulping the beer he was holding. He came to me and ruffled my hair. Tsk, treating me like a kid.
"Remember the saying..." he smiled smugly. "All is fair in love and war."
I gave him a light punch and he just laughed out loud. We wasted our night acting silly and talking about lots of stuff. It's been a while and it feels great to have my brother back, especially in this mess I'm in.