KRUZ MANSION
"Nanny!" Skylar called, hopping into the kitchen.
"Yes, cutie?" Nanny Grace answered with a smile.
"Can we go grocery shopping? I wanna make spicy pasta for Warren," Skylar grinned.
"Of course, sweetheart. I'll get changed—wait right here, okay?"
"Okay." Skylar nodded as the older woman fondly smiled at her and left.
Left alone in the wide kitchen, Skylar grabbed a bowl of grapes, climbed onto the counter, and made herself comfortable before deciding to call Alice.
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PHONE CALL – ALICE
"Hello, Sky," Alice muttered tiredly.
"Hey, what's wrong? You sound down. Where are you? Are you okay?" Skylar asked, concerned.
"I'm fine... sort of. I'm at the resort... on the outskirts of the city."
"Zwater's Resort? That place is for couples, Alice! What are you doing there?"
"I know. Raymond brought me here."
"Huh?!"
"Yeah... He confessed to loving me. Two days ago."
"What the actual—?"
"I know it sounds crazy. But he really did."
"So... what did you say?"
"I... I freaked out. I insulted him. I—"
"Oh, come on!" Skylar groaned.
"I'm scared, Sky. What if he finds out? What if he hates it?"
"Enough with the 'what ifs,' Alice. You love that guy."
"I know... I'm just scared."
"It's not that bad, Alice."
"Wow. I wear that stuff, and you say it's 'not that bad'?"
"Yeah. And honestly, I don't think Ray would care."
"He should hear you calling him Ray," Alice teased.
"Hey!"
"Fine, fine. Thanks, Sky."
"Don't flatter me. I got you, girl," Skylar chuckled.
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A CAFE IN NEW ZEALAND
Inside a small café in the heart of the city, Flame and Lucy were on their first date. Ever since that night, Flame had been acting differently—softer, more open. And though he was still a little scared, he knew he loved her.
"Stop staring," Lucy said, taking a huge bite of her raspberry muffin, the cream staining her lip.
Flame leaned closer, gently wiped the cream off with his thumb, and licked it off, making Lucy blush fiercely.
"I can't stop staring... You're too pretty to ignore," he whispered.
Just outside, Venom caught sight of them through the window. Her heart shattered all over again. Without thinking, she turned and ran into the chaotic streets of New Zealand.
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ZWATER'S RESORT
After ending her call with Skylar, Alice stepped out onto the balcony—and instantly froze.
There stood Raymond. Shirtless. Wet. Only a towel wrapped around his waist. Water droplets trailed down his chiseled chest, disappearing into the towel. His dark hair was damp, framing his face perfectly.
Fuck, he's hot, Alice thought.
"You done checking me out, Vanilla?" Raymond smirked.
"I... I wasn't... I mean—uhm," Alice stammered, her cheeks glowing red.
"No need to blush, babe. I'm all yours," he said, watching the tips of her ears turn pink. God, he loved that woman.
"I-I'll go o-order breakfast," she mumbled before dashing out.
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GROCERY STORE
"Wait here, darling. I'll grab the red spice," Nanny Grace said.
"Okay," Skylar nodded, watching her disappear down an aisle.
"Hello, pretty," a stranger called, catching Skylar's attention.
"Damn, you're this pretty? Why did he have to get you first?" the man sneered.
"By the way, I'm Razor—"
"Oh, I've got this," Skylar interrupted sweetly, handing him an actual razorblade.
"Sucker," she snapped, flipping her hair and hopping into the red Ferrari, leaving a fuming Razor behind.
Moments later, Nanny Grace returned, and the two drove off—unaware of the eyes still watching them.
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KV AUTOMOBILE
Skylar skipped into the building, straight to the receptionist, who beamed at her.
"Good day, Aunt!"
"Good day, Sky. Looking for the boss?"
"Hm-mm."
"No worries. We'll take you to him," Mindy and Sonia chimed in, appearing suddenly. They adored Skylar.
"Let's go," Skylar smiled.
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CEO'S OFFICE
Skylar entered Warren's office excitedly—then froze.
Linda's head was resting on Warren's chest, both struggling with something, completely unaware of Skylar's presence.
Warren noticed first and quickly pushed Linda off, who yelped dramatically.
"Doll—" he began.
Skylar ignored him, set the food she made gently on the table, and turned on her heel.
"Mio Amore, listen—!" Warren chased after her, but she was already gone—her car speeding out of the company's lot.
The elevator she used was private. The public one was out of order. Warren had to take the stairs.
"Fuck!" he cursed, bolting to his car and speeding after her.
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BLACK EAGLE CLAN
"Calm down, Venom. He's not meant for you," Barbie said gently.
"I loved him," Venom whispered, wiping her tears. Then, after a beat, she looked up at Barbie with determination.
"Don't take too long to confess your love... or she might belong to someone else. And you'll be left shedding tears like me," she warned—loud enough for someone else to hear.
She wasn't just talking to Barbie. She knew Blaze stood behind the half-closed door.
"Okay, mommy," Barbie giggled, hugging her. Venom smiled sadly.
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WS MANSION
Skylar stormed into the house, heading straight for her room—only to be blocked by a tense Warren.
"Amore, please. I can explain. Her hair got stuck in my buttons and I—"
"How the fuck does hair get stuck in your buttons, Warren?" she snapped.
"I... I don't know, I—"
"I'm sorry if I ruined your relationship. I'm sorry if I came into your life and took you from someone you actually wanted—"
"You're the one I want, Angel," Warren cut in, stepping closer.
Skylar stepped back.
"Stay the fuck away from me," she whispered, tears stinging her eyes before she bolted to her room, slamming the door shut behind her.