Day Fifty-Eight…
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The weather got better today as compared to yesterday. Today was the second day of their vacation trip. Everyone was hoping to enjoy this trip without any more trouble. The group gathered together to eat breakfast.
Nathan was the last person who joined them in the dining area. He looked like he didn't get enough sleep. Dark circles could be seen under his eyes.
"Bro? Did something happen last night?" Aiden asked him.
"Nothing!" Nathan promptly responded, denying anything.
"Easy. I'm just asking because you don't look good. You look like Panda!" Aiden raised both hands in surrender.
Nathan just glared at him. His interaction with Jane and his erotic dream last night made him suffer until morning. He couldn't get her out of his mind. As much as possible he would like to avoid Jane today.
Though he had confirmed that Jane was Shining Star through her gameplay, he shouldn't be distracted. He went there for one purpose— to spend quality time with Abigail while hoping she could slowly remember him.
Jane, on the other hand, felt so great after waking up today. She made up with Ethan and she bonded with Nathan last night. She also confided her feelings with her sister, Abigail. Getting her support means so much to her.
"Lady Jane!" Tatsumi made sure to sit beside her.
"Just call me, Jane. You sound too formal."
Tatsumi let out a soft chuckle. "I like that. I'll call you Jane since my Big Boss is not around." Tatsumi was referring to Mr. Hiroshi.
"Do you feel better now?" Tatsumi turned her around to face him. He even put his hand over her forehead to check her temperature.
Three men automatically looked at them– Stephen, Ethan, and Nathan. Stephen wanted to sit next to Jane but Tatsumi was already there. He also planned to check if she still had a fever.
Meanwhile, Ethan didn't like to see another guy touching Jane. He could see Tatsumi as a competitor. He looked in his father's direction only to be surprised since he caught him staring at Jane.
'Eh? Is my Dad looking at Miss Jane? Or Miss Abi?' Abigail was sitting on Jane's left side so Ethan got confused whether his father was looking at Jane or Abigail.
When Nathan sensed that Ethan was observing him, he immediately shifted his gaze back to the table.
"Let's eat!" Cherry blurted out since no one paid attention to the food.
"Yes! Let's fill our tummy with healthy and delicious food to start our day!" Aiden spoke up cheerfully. He was in the mood now since the weather was nice. He could continue his surprise for Cherry.
When they began to eat, Tatsumi became more attentive to Jane with extra care. He was putting food on her plate. His sweet gesture was an eyesore to both Stephen and Ethan.
While everyone focused on their food, Abigail could only watch Nathan secretly. She was thinking of a way how she would help her sister get close to Nathan. When an idea popped up in her head, she leaned closer to Dave and whispered, "Let's go to the camping site later."
Dave smiled faintly. "Sure. I'll make it up to you. Our yesterday's plan was interrupted by the bad weather."
After breakfast, Tatsumi decided to talk to Nathan regarding Jane. Nathan just came out of his Cabin when Tatsumi approached him.
"Mr. Sparks, Can we talk?" Tatsumi asked him in a serious tone. His demeanor was different when he was with Jane. He was showing his dominance.
Nathan just arched his brow. He was displeased by Tatsumi's unfriendly vibe. This guy was finally showing his true color to Nathan. He was such a gentleman in front of Jane. But behind her back, he was like a wild beast who was ready to attack his enemy.
"What do you want to talk about?" Nathan nonchalantly asked him. He didn't have the energy to entertain this guy.
"What happened between you and Jane… in the cave, yesterday?" Tatsumi asked him firmly. There was a hint of accusation in his eyes as he looked at him. "Are you two-timing the two sisters?"
Nathan narrowed his eyes as soon as he heard that. "Watch your words." He clenched his fists. He felt offended by Tatsumi's accusation.
"I don't have any obligation to explain myself to you," Nathan added firmly.
Nathan was about to turn around but Tatsumi held his shoulder tightly.
"Let go," Nathan ordered in his warning tone.
However, Tatsumi was not intimidated by his authoritative voice. "Stay away from Jane!"
Nathan removed Tatsumi's hand from his shoulder and said, "You don't have to ask me too. I'm already doing that."
Tatsumi didn't believe him. "I saw her leaving your cabin by dawn." He mumbled through his gritted teeth. Tatsumi accidentally saw Jane. But he didn't have the courage to confront Jane. He didn't know what she was doing inside Nathan's cabin. They were alone in that room.
Meanwhile, Nathan was taken aback for a moment. He didn't expect someone to witness Jane coming out of his cabin.
"Why don't you ask her, yourself?" Nathan replied after he recovered from his stupor.
Tatsumi crumpled his face. He talked to Nathan because he couldn't question Jane. Furthermore, he didn't have the right to ask her this very personal question. But seeing her coming out of Nathan's cabin made him jealous.
"I have to warn you. Don't play with Jane's feelings. She doesn't deserve it. I will be the one to make her happy. I like her. And I will marry her someday!" Tatsumi declared to Nathan.
He didn't know why but Nathan's ears tingled in annoyance when he heard Tatsumi's last remarks. "How sure are you?"
'She can never be yours… She will not leave long unless I permit her to do so. She owes me her life. I can kill her anytime.' Nathan thought to himself, clenching his jaw.
"I'm not the kind of person who easily gives up. I'll work hard. I'll show her my sincerity. I'll make her the happiest woman. And I know… I will get her father's support. So stay away from her." Tatsumi could sense the threat of Nathan's presence. He witnessed how Jane looked at Nathan with longing.
"Just do what you want. I have nothing to say. Besides, I don't care. Just don't waste my time." Nathan left without looking back.
"I hope you will be true to your words," Tatsumi added as he watched Nathan walk away.
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