A Lifetime With You

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Kayla's POV

Days, Weeks, and Months have passed since the day I and Jericho confessed our feelings to each other. Big applause to him for courting me and getting to know each other. He knew me like no other and that made me so blessed to have him. Although I haven't said yes to him being my boyfriend I knew to myself that I really wanted to be his girlfriend. I am so happy I got to know him better than anybody else. I saw Jericho's tough and soft side. He is the most to earth person I know even if he has his issues from time to time. We have these set of problems but we always help each other.  Our only issue is that I'm from a different section which means we have different schedules and professors. 

My parents have been oh so proud of me not spending on my card at all. I haven't told them about me losing it 7 months ago. I guess money wasn't such a big deal if I used my savings and forget about the card. I am still afraid of telling the truth since I know I would get scolded for a very long time. I fear for the most out of everything when it comes to family. Jericho's family knows me very well and they practically treat me like family. I wish I could tell my family about him. I told my Yaya Rosa about him and she told me that she would keep it a secret. She told me that sooner or later I have to tell my family that somebody is courting me and soon that I would be answering him. 

It was a Monday morning yet again and Jericho is there to pick me up a few houses down so I don't get caught. I haven't been late but I'll be honest I cut classes from time to time when I want to stay at my hideout just to have time to myself. My parents haven't been called up at the principals office for a long time. I have been eating lunch at the varsity table with him. His friends JP and Peter are very close to me but Peter seems a little distant than JP. I also get home a little later than usual to wait for his training to end and while at it I do my homework there. Jericho is smart even if he is an athlete when it comes to Math he always helps me out. We have been honor students ever since the day we met. After training, if we have time we bond with each other at our spot to see the sun go down and catch up on things that happened that day. I usually pass by their house but this night was different my father called telling me that we have a family dinner. I had to pass by the nearest mall and buy a dress and shoes and go straight to the restaurant. I was hesitant about where to buy since my savings wouldn't fit for a full Gucci outfit. I  was about to walk into a department store when Jericho dragged me in the Gucci store and ask the woman to help me out. I wasn't very choosy and chose the cheapest but Jericho whispered in my ear that he was paying. The nice lady chose me a cute Pink rose dress and cream-colored heels. I didn't really want to buy this because I'm not using my money. I decided to fit it on and tell the lady I didn't want the fit on me and buy from a supermarket. I got out of the fitting room and his eyes locked on me.

"Wow... I have no words that outfit fits you perfectly Kay. You look so beautiful." I knew that he could see me blushing but as much as I would like to buy it I know it is very costly. 

"Jericho, It doesn't fit me and It's not my style. Sorry Miss, I'll just take it off" I lied but I guess it is for the good. I went out of the designer store without looking back. I was so down and I really wanted to cry. Petty it may sound but I don't buy cheap clothes or at least not branded once. I told Jericho I need to go to the restroom really quick but I didn't tell him I was going to cry a bit.  He told me to meet him near the valet and he would be waiting there. When I got out of the stall a woman approached me with a paper bag and said "Kayla right?" It was very creepy that somebody knew my name in the restroom. She smiled then gave the paper bag to me and walked away. I opened the paper bag and there was a note... 

"You look beautiful wearing this! Head to the VIP lounge. "

I was completely confused as to who gave it to me but as soon as I saw the lapel pin on my dress I knew exactly who it came from. The whole outfit must have cost close to 4,000 dollars. I rushed to the VIP lounge and told the desk manager my last name and they place on the suite area. I changed to my new clothes and left the lounge immediately. I ran to the valet and saw him wearing a very nice suit to be specific a Saint Laurent leaning on his Porsche Boxster I suppose. His arms were wide open so I came in for a hug. 

"You look so beautiful. How about we head to the dinner already?" He whispered at my ear and all I did was nod. 

We went to the fine dining restaurant and he opened the door for me. I guess he wanted to come with me to the family dinner? Why? I will get into so much trouble.

"Hey? Are you having dinner with your family tonight too? Like... here?" I asked him

"I'm having dinner with the family of the girl I love the most. It's time Kayla you have been keeping me a secret for the longest time. I don't think they would act negatively on me. Will you allow me? Please?" He seemed so much more ready than I was. I couldn't even look him in the eye when I replied YES.

We entered the place and I was so afraid of what my family's reaction would be. My God! I haven't even graduated from college and I have this problem. I really want the ground to swallow me and keep me away from this happening. 

"Sir Lim, Good evening. A pleasure to have dinner with you."

"Good evening Jericho, I didn't expect you to be here. Is your family having dinner here too? I would like to talk to Michael about something."

What? Do they know each other? I'm so confused! Why are they talking like they are mutuals? Can somebody fucking explain what's happening?

"Sir I am actually here to have dinner with you. My family is not around. I would like to talk about something to you." I saw my father glare at him and I think this is not the best time to let them know about him courting me.

"I am very disappointed Jericho I do not remember inviting you to our "FAMILY" dinner. Don't you have manners? Has Michael and Amanda not taught you that? And you want to talk to me? You have to set an appointment with my secretary Ann."  I stood in front of Jericho which made my dad look at me. The look of confusion is all I saw in dad's eyes.

"Dad, I actually invited him. I wanted to let you know that he is courting me and I have been thinking about saying yes but I need your approval."  I didn't expect this but I saw anger in his eyes. My father has never gotten this mad at me. I felt his rage by just looking at his gestures. 

"Kayla, let's go home. No excuses. Mari and Mika Let's go."  What? No!

"Dad, let's talk. Let us at least have dinner. Please." He tapped me on the shoulder and I knew immediately what that meant. I need to follow and we are going to have the talk at home. He was not happy at all. I wasn't able to say goodbye to Jericho instead he was left speechless staring at the seat where my dad sat. Blank. Nothing. No remorse. He was helpless.