Love Of My Life

Chapter 37

After a leisurely lunch date with Moon, Francisco's day took an unexpected turn when he reached for his wallet to pay the bill, only to discover that all his cards had been canceled by his mother. Panicked and embarrassed, Francisco found himself in a bind, unable to settle the tab. However, without a moment's hesitation, Moon stepped in, gracefully covering the bill with a reassuring smile, showcasing her unwavering support for Francisco in his moment of need.

Grateful yet frustrated by the turn of events, Francisco dropped Moon off at her home, their parting tinged with an air of unease. Before departing, he discreetly instructed the bodyguards to reveal themselves, recognizing the seriousness of the situation. Seeking assistance, Francisco reached out to Juan, who happened to be with Fredrick and Brandon at the time.

"Please come with us," the bodyguards relayed over the phone, their voices carrying the weight of his mother's orders. Juan, sensing the gravity of the situation, agreed to accompany them but issued a stern warning that echoed through the receiver: "Fine, I'll go with you. But if you dare hurt Moon, I'll make you pay for it." Even Fredrick and Brandon, who overheard the conversation, couldn't deny the seriousness in Juan's tone.

The following day at school, Moon's anticipation turned to worry as Francisco failed to show up. Fearing the worst, she confided in Brandon, Juan, and Fredrick, recounting the events involving the bodyguards and Francisco's tumultuous relationship with his mother. Realizing the urgency of the situation, Moon made the difficult decision to travel to London to confront his mother head-on.

Upon her arrival in London, however, Moon's day took a sharp downturn when she fell victim to a brazen theft, losing both her wallet and phone to a pair of opportunistic thieves. Feeling vulnerable and adrift in a city far from home, Moon found herself grappling with a sense of helplessness as she wandered the unfamiliar streets, her thoughts consumed by worry and frustration.

Seeking solace and refuge from the chaos of the city, Moon found herself drawn to the familiar warmth of Ms. Donna's restaurant. "Can I have some water?" she asked, her voice betraying a mixture of exhaustion and anxiety.

"Of course," Donna replied with a gentle smile, her motherly instincts kicking in as she swiftly poured a cup of water for Moon. Gratefully accepting the gesture, Moon took a sip, feeling a momentary sense of relief wash over her.

As Moon poured out her troubles to Donna, the kind-hearted proprietor listened attentively, offering words of comfort and understanding. Unaware of Moon's connection to Francisco, Donna couldn't help but comment, "He must be a nice boy."

"Moon?" a familiar voice suddenly called out, interrupting their conversation. Startled, Moon turned around to see Thomas standing nearby, his unexpected presence bringing a sense of familiarity and comfort amidst the chaos of her day.

"Why are you here?" Thomas asked, his brow furrowing with concern as he noticed the distress in Moon's eyes.

"I'm looking for Francisco," Moon explained, her voice tinged with worry. "I need to find him."

Sympathizing with her plight, Thomas offered a solution. "You can stay at my place. I live with two other roommates, but there's a spare room you can use."

Grateful for the offer, Moon hesitantly accepted, knowing she needed a place to stay while she sorted out her situation.

As they arrived at Thomas's apartment, Moon's apprehension grew when she realized that Thomas's two roommates were the very same individuals who had stolen her wallet and phone earlier. Anger flared within her, but before she could confront them, they admitted to their wrongdoing, confessing that they had already sold her belongings.

Frustrated and disheartened by the turn of events, Moon found herself at a loss for words as she grappled with the reality of her situation.

Meanwhile, Juan grew increasingly concerned when Moon failed to answer his calls. Worried for her safety, he decided to reach out to the Airbnb where she was supposed to stay, only to discover that she had never checked in. Panic set in as Juan realized that Moon was in trouble, prompting him to take immediate action to ensure her well-being.