Planned Baby

Time flies so fast. Surprisingly, the days have gone down quietly. It was different from what I expected since Hadley went to my office.

Ulie assures me that he will handle Hadley. And I think he did great based on what is happening right now. I just hope that it will be completely settled especially now that I am ready to accept Ulie again in my heart.

Since then Ulie was the only man I have loved. Ulie was the one who broke my heart, but he is also the one who fixed it.

I believe in love and I also believe in marriage because I witness that true love exists from my parents. But at some point, I shove off the idea of falling in love and marriage because of the heartache that I experienced.

And now, my heart is ready to accept the only man my heart allowed to own me.

I was back from daydreaming when I heard Luna’s voice.

“Earth to Penelope!”

I ignore her joke and asked her instead. “What is it?”

Luna handed me an invitation.

“You are invited to Jace’s company party. It will be his debut as the new CEO of their company.” Luna explained to me.

I look at the invitation. The event will happen next week.

We were all surprised when we found out about Jace's real status. He was the only son of Elinor and Harris Nuñez. They are the owner of a shopping mall here in the Philippines. Their mall is known for the elite.

He was named the prodigal heir of Nuñez Corporation. His parents wanted to teach him to act like a real businessman, that is why they let him live on his own.

Living on his means no support from Jace's parents.

He applied to LHI and fortunately, Ulie hire him as his assistant and secretary.

Jace has proven himself to his parents that is why now he is ready to take over the company.

Lana and Jace had a misunderstanding when we found out about Jace's real identity. Jace had been chasing Luna for quite a while. Good thing Luna learns to forgive Jace for keeping his identity a secret to her.

"Some heads up Penelope, Hadley will also attend the event," Luna said a bit uneasy.

"Okay?"

Luna sighed. "Jace wanted to tell you that he has no choice but to also send an invitation to Hadley because they are family friends."

I smiled at Luna. "Tell him it's okay. It was his company's party after all. But thank you for considering my situation with her. I appreciate his sincerity."

"Don't worry friend, I will not leave you in that event. I will not let that girl go near you. And I'm sure that Ulysses will also protect you from her." Luna said to assure me.

"I know. I trust you both."

***

"Ready?"

I smile at Ulie and accepted his hand. He tightens his hold on my hand and puts it to his lips.

"You look amazing my Quinn. I'm sure that you will be the most beautiful at the party tonight." Ulie said while looking at me intently.

My face reddened from Ulie's compliment.

"Let's just go. Start flattering me." I said shyly.

Ulie kiss my temple. "I did not say it just to flatter you. I'm simply saying the truth."

I rolled my eyes. "Whatever!" I said to stop myself from giggling.

Ulie compliment brings butterflies to my stomach. He always compliments me but I can't make myself used to it. I still feel shy whenever he makes me feel like I'm the most beautiful woman in the world. I feel like I'm back from being a teenager.

He chuckled then he guided me to the door.

The event will take place in Laertes Hotel. Luna is already texting asking my location. She is waiting for me in the lobby of the hotel.

I guess Luna can't wait any longer because now she is calling me.

"Where are you?" Luna asked me as soon as I answered her call.

I rolled my eyes. "We are on our way. As far as I know, we are not yet late. Calm down okay?"

"How can I calm down? I already saw the witch!" She hissed.

"Hey, stop calling her names. And focus on your boyfriend instead of focusing on her. Your boyfriend needs your support." I told her.

"I am supporting him okay?" Luna defended herself.

"Oh, I can't see the support you are giving him." I tease her.

"That is because you are not yet here. Tell Ulysses to hurry up. And also, just to give you another head up, there are many media here and they are all enjoying the company of the witch. You and Ulysses better be careful." Luna warned me.

"Thanks for the heads up. We are almost in the hotel I need to drop this call." I said to her.

"Fine, fine. I'm just here in the lobby."

"Got it! Bye! See you in a bit."

"Your friend can't wait huh?" Ulie noticed.

I sighed aloud. "She is being protective because Hadley is in the event."

Ulie just smiles at me. "You don't need to worry about her anymore my Quinn. I already settled things with her." He said assuring me.

I nodded at him. "I believe you."

As soon as we reach the lobby, Luna went to us.

"I'm glad you guys are here! I've been waiting for ages." She said a bit overreacting.

I rolled my eyes. "Stop being OA okay?"

Luna pouted. "I'm just worried okay."

"We appreciate your concern but I assure you, I already settled things with Hadley. You don't need to worry about her." Ulie said to give assurance to Luna.

"I don't think so," Luna said.

I just shook my head. We all proceed to the grand hall where the venue of the event is.

And just like what Luna said, there are a lot of media invited to this event. As soon as they saw us entering the red carpet going to the photo wall, they all went to us.

The media bombarded us with questions.

"Mr. Escarera are you aware that Ms. Adelson is also in this event?"

"Ms. Cabello, what is your reaction now that Ms. Adelson is here in the country?"

"Ms. Cabello, how is your relationship with Ms. Adelson?"

"Mr. Escarera is it okay to escort Ms. Cabello knowing your fiance is also in the same?"

"Mr. Escarrer is it true that you had a secret meeting with Ms. Hadley?"

"Mr. Escarrer did you meet Ms. Hadley to talk about your wedding?"

"Ms. Cabello are you aware that Mr. Escarrer is secretly meeting Ms. Adelson?"

Those questions caught me off guard. I tried to remain calm and poker face as long as I could.

Ulie has a secret meeting with Hadley? I didn't know that! Ulie didn't tell me about that.

Is that what he meant by when he said that he already settled things with Hadley?

Why didn't he tell me about it? Are they really pushing through their supposed wedding?

I suddenly felt uneasy.

"Are you okay?" Ulie asked me.

I averted from his gaze. "I'm okay. I will just go with Luna. Excuse me." I coldly said then went to where Luna is.

Luna went ahead with us when we reached the red carpet.

"Luna," I called her.

"Hi, Penelope!" Jace greeted me.

I suddenly felt shy because I didn't notice his presence. To think that this is his party.

"Hi Jace, congrats!" I just said.

"I'm glad you are here. My girlfriend can't calm down because she was waiting for you."

I scratch my head because of my best friend. Luna was supposed to give her full attention to Jace since he was hosting this event.

I feel like I am stealing Luna from him.

"I'm sorry about that. I told her to stop being protective, that I am fine but you know how Luna thinks."

Jace chuckled. "Don't worry I completely understand. She already makes it clear that it's you before anyone else. I already accepted the fact that you are the number person in her heart and I only come second." He said in a teasing tone.

"Should I be sorry for you?" I tease him back.

"No, don't worry. As long as it's not a guy. I'm good. Plus I know that it won't be for long when you and Ulysses become official. When are you planning to say yes to him?" He curiously ask.

"Did Ulie ask you to fish some information from me?"

I asked him.

He laughed. "Of course not! I'm just curious."

"The witch is going near us," Luna whispered.

I just shook my head.

"Ms. Hadley!" One of the media calls her.

We saw Hadley smile at the guy from the media.

"Can I interview you for a second?" The media ask.

Hadley politely nodded. "Sure."

"We saw Mr. Escarrer a while ago. Did you see him already?"

"Yes. We greeted each other." Hadley answered.

My forehead creased. She looks so confident and assured. Did I miss something?

"Is it true that you have a secret date with Mr. Escarrer? And is it also true that you guys are planning to continue your supposed wedding?"