"S-Sebastian knew about it?" I asked, stuttering. I just can't believe that Mr. Marquez will be here. "Yeah. Beatrice told me that Sebastian's okay with it and I don't understand why." he said still wiping some plates
"...a-and J-Jane, about earlier.. I'm really really sorry. I have no bad intentions towards you" he said and looked at me, "I-It's okay, Drake. I'm used to it anyway. I'm just a bit shocked from how you look at me. I feel like something's bothering you." I said and we both stopped wiping the plates. I looked at him, waiting to spill some beans.
"M-Maybe I'm just tired. And a bit mad." he said and sat on a chair beside him
"Mad? Why?"
"You know, to my Dad. He just showed up unexpectedly and the fact that he knows where we are creeps me out."
"Your Dad knows this place because he used his money here, right–"
"No. Destiny and I worked for this place, for everything we have with the help of our Mom. That man never gives us something, except bruises and shit."
"But I thought he loves you more than Sebastian because he's only adopted..?"
"There's nothing he loves more than his money, fame and his own name. Adopted or not, we are treated equally."
"He seems concern earlier when I saw him..."
"He's doing it for the show. Acting like a real, helpful Dad. Which reminds me, what did he tell you earlier? I saw you in tears. Don't lie to me."
I froze and stare on my sneakers. Should I tell him? It only might get worse.
"He thought that... I was just... Using Sebastian for money.." I said and slowly lifts my head up to face him, "Never overthink his words. The Sebastian he knows is different from the Sebastian we all know. Keep that in your mind so that I won't see you crying again because someone hurt your feelings." he chuckled and pat my head, "...I know that you love Sebastian not because of money but because you truly love him. I really admire you, Jane. You know, at first I never imagine that Sebastian will change."
"Silly. I-I'm not even doing anything good for him."
"Say what you want to say, but that's what we all see now." He said and stood up then carry the plates, "Come on, Beatrice might get angry." He chuckled and carry some of them to the dining room. I sighed and carry some to the dining room.
"What took you so long to wipe this damn plates?" Beatrice said with a voice full of authority. I put down the plates on the well-arranged table and look at her, "We discussed something, we're sorry." Drake said and helped her arrange the food, "Like what? Going out together?" then Sebastian suddenly joined the conversation. My face lit up as I saw him, but he seems mad as he stare at Drake.
What's going on?
"Sebastian, can you please be mindful on the words you are spilling?" Drake said and both of them are exchanging death glares. Peter then came in the room.
I don't know what to do! I might get punch by this two if I try to stop them, but I hate watching a fight!
"Be mindful? That's bullshit! You should be the one who is mindful! Do you think I didn't saw you earlier?!" Sebastian yelled, emphasizing word by word.
"Sebastian, that was nothing! For Pete's sake!"
"SHUT UP, YOU TWO!" Beatrice yelled and everyone shut their mouth.
"Can you please for this moment, for this day, can both of you please, please behave. You're not kids anymore! Dang it." Beatrice said and walked out of the room. I looked at Peter and gestured him to go after her and he quickly got it so he did. Sebastian then went upstairs and so I followed him. I look down at Drake and he just nod and let me follow Sebastian.
"H-Hey..." I said then he went inside his room. He didn't close the door so I got inside too.
"What's up with the both of you? I was only out for a week and now– damn it!" He cussed and threw his phone on the wall that made me froze and scared. My body trembles as I look at his clenched fist, ready to punch something, or someone. I want to walk towards him but he might only hurt me so, I stood there, frozen.
"I-I'm sorry... I shouldn't be angry but I can't take that asshole anymore."
"B-But you know that Drake paid all your hospital bills, right?" I said and he froze then slowly turning his head to my direction
"I'm not asking for him to pay everything. I'll pay him back as soon possible." he said and rolled his eyes. He laid down and looked at me, he pat the space beside him a sign that I should lay beside him but I remembered that Mr. Marquez will come over.
"B-But we're going to e-eat dinner..." I said and about to move away but he quickly grab me by my wrist and pulled me on top of him. My eyes widened as I realize how close our faces, again!
"You're getting thinner every time I look at you.." he said as he examine my face. He laid me down beside him, still not breaking eye contact. "I-I've been not eating anything. But I'm fine." I said and he stared at me.
Seconds passed and he broke the silence, "I'm sorry.. I'm sorry for being a jerk..." he mumbled and hugged me tight. I hugged him back and place my right arm behind his head to cuddle him tighter. "It's okay. Just try to be more patient in all things." I chuckled and he just hummed. So I just realize that he fell asleep on my arms.
I heard footsteps getting closer to his room. I was about to sat up and arrange Sebastian's sleeping position when Beatrice saw us. He smiled teasingly for a moment wnd turned to serious emotion, "Uh.. Mr. Marquez can't come over, for now. But he'll come here anytime soon. So... do you want to eat or...?" she said
"Why can't he come?" I asked
"His schedule was hectic." she answered and lean on the door
"I'll eat later. Just go on without me." I said and she smiled, "Everything is going to be fine." she said and walk away.
I sighed and stare at Sebastian's flawless face.
"I hope so."
