Chapter 5 Savanna Return

JUST LIKE that, I was like a toddler running around the garden again chasing the butterfly. I was smiling while doing that, and my mind was no longer focused on what was happening around me.

I suddenly missed the scene with Don Roberto. I didn't realize that I was in tears, as I remembered happy memories from years ago. But suddenly my memories of the past were interrupted when someone suddenly spoke behind me.

"Are you okay?" a male voice asked seriously. I turned around and immediately wiped my tears when I saw that Rick was behind me. He cupped his hand and stared at me.

"Yes, I'm okay. I'm sorry I just remembered something," I said to him, but he came closer and looked at the environment like me. I stared at this because of the strange aura I see on his very gentle face. It's like an innocent creature that you wouldn't think has animal behavior. A deceptive look, so I must not give in to what I see.

"This place feels cozy. A garden that removes life's problems. The air is fresh, and I feel better when I'm here. I don't know, but I feel this garden is strange," he said without even looking back at me. So I raised my eyebrows and immediately felt angry.

How can this garden not be different, it is a special garden that Don Roberto and I often hang out. This is where the old man's mood is lightened and the depression he feels disappears.

Rick turned to me so I immediately smiled and spoke.

"What you said is true, who made this garden? Is it your mommy?" I asked so that he wouldn't notice that I knew something.

Instead of answering he turned to the flowers again and picked a red rose.

"These flowers are special, and these flowers are meant for a special person." He faced me and came closer, so I was thinking and was speechless with what he was saying. He handed me the flower, so I fell asleep. Why is he giving me this flower? I just accepted so as not to embarrass him, I smelled it before I smiled.

"Thank you," I said,

"I would like to invite you to dinner later. Are you okay, Miss Savanna?" he asked me, I was still nervous and didn't respond immediately. Why is this man suddenly nice to me? When we were in Manila, it behaved differently. But when I was here, I think his behavior suddenly became the boss. Does he really not remember me or because of his many women maybe he has forgotten that we met. Well, this is a good vision. It was only right that he invited me, because he would fall into my trap.

"Sure," I answered briefly with a smile. I really show my charming smile. This is what I'm saying, there's no man who won't be obsessed with me. I'm Savanna, and I'm not just any girl.

"Thank you. Let's go inside," she told me, so I just followed.

In front of the wide dining room, Rick prepared a lot of food. But only the two of us will eat. I won't wonder why, because he really doesn't care about money. It wasn't his money, because they just grabbed the treasure that was really meant for me. I felt a little annoyed, but I didn't show it. "Go ahead... indulge yourself in the luxurious life first. Soon you will be eaten by the earth and you will be food for big worms that will consume your insides! If you think I'm going to bury you in a nice cemetery, you're wrong! You are not fit to be blessed by the priest, because you are a demon who belongs in hell!" I whispered to myself, as I gazed at Rick's handsome face.

"Ahm... I didn't know what you wanted to eat, that's why I cooked a lot," he explained to me,

"No, it's okay. You know how sweet you are! Because you are really looking for my taste," I said smiling,

He just smiled in response. Before the rice was handed to me and my plate was filled. It's not just Rick, he's just showing me his attitude when it comes to women; romantic but hiding something demonic.

"Thank you, you are so sweet. Your girlfriend is lucky. You're so romantic and..." I stared into his eyes so suddenly I looked away as if I was electrocuted.

He smiled before speaking. "I don't have a girlfriend," he said as he put the rice on his plate.

Don't have a girlfriend? Thank you! Who will believe him, hello! I was not born to be a fool no!

"Really? Is that impossible, with your wealth and handsomeness?" I promise that the smile I show is all plastic.

"Yeah, nothing really. I'm busy with business and I don't have time for other things," he said making me frown,

Really? What are you doing to me? Don't you have time to prepare me a big meal? I guess I can't believe this man's lies. Well, you can't fool me, Rick. You're not the man I don't want to kill. Even if you're still handsome, you can't pass me by your flowery lips. I know how clean you are! I really don't want to spend the rest of my life with you.

"Why me, you took the time? I'm just a scumbag you're meeting with!" I said a little excited, because maybe I can bring him under my charm.

"I don't know, and I also wonder why I did it. I'm weird!" laughing it said,

"Yes, very weird!" I agree with him even though I know what he means. He still hasn't admitted that he's attracted to me, well I won't force him. I'm not in a hurry because I'm going to love him little by little before killing him.

After Rick and I ate, I wondered why so many people came to the mansion. They were waiting in the living room and when we came out of the kitchen this is what I saw. I was surprised, because I was sure these people were all his staff in the mansion. Is it a salary today?

"A... ma-do you have a meeting too?" I asked in surprise, but Rick only answered me with a smile. He approached the workers and greeted them with a smile.

"How are you? By the way, I already understood your insurances. You can use that for one year, and your spouses and children will be covered by the insurance." Rick's message to his crew.

They were happy and spoke to each other. "Thank you, sir! The sky really fell on us," the old man said tearfully.

"Nothing, there is food prepared in the kitchen. Eat now and take all the leftovers to your family. Thank you for coming," said Rick, making his workers even more happy.

"Thank you for inviting me, I didn't expect it to be your birthday. I didn't give you a present," I said shyly, I don't know why I feel this shy. Even if I want to be upset with my feelings, I can't.

Rick smiled so I could see his even and very white teeth.

"No. I'm the one who should be thankful, because you taught me, even though somehow I didn't feel the sadness," he replied, so I just nodded.

"It's getting late, I have to go home, but my driver hasn't returned yet. He just said goodbye earlier that he was going somewhere! What happened?" I apologize to Rick, but the truth is that I sent my driver back to Manila. I would like to stay here longer, so that I can study what needs to be done.

"Doesn't your driver have a cell phone? Maybe the car broke down on the way," said Rick to me,

I was secretly laughing because I made Rick believe my lies. He is so easily deceived!

"There's no cellphone, it's broken and hasn't been replaced yet. What is that! How can we travel that far? Manila is still a long way away," I said apologetically,

"Manila? I didn't know that your trip was still in Manila," he said in shock,

I was immediately stunned. Dead! I think I'll be fine. I thought for a moment to make excuses..

"Yes. Because we have somewhere to go in Manila, so we are going there!" I still held my breath, because I was trying to say something. It's good and I succeeded.

"If it's okay with you, spend the night here first, maybe your driver just broke down. There are guest rooms there," he said, which made me very happy. This is my chance, to seduce Rick. I'm excited for it to fall into my trap.

"Really?!" I exclaimed with great joy, but immediately retracted what I was going to say. "I mean, thank you. Maybe my driver had a problem so he didn't come back right away. Isn't it embarrassing for you? Because I've already eaten, I'm going to sleep."

"No problem. This is a spacious mansion, feels at home. I'm just going to tidy up the room, so you can rest first," he said goodbye to me, before turning his back on me. I was left alone in the living room, smiling because the events were going my way. I wouldn't be surprised if it was too soon if anything can be done. Tonight, I will show what Savanna can do. And no man will say no to me, especially as I see Rick falling into my trap; the son of the criminal Cynthia.

When I entered the room, my eyes looked around the entire room. Spacious, and very clean looking. This is the room I used to sleep in. That's why I walked in with tears in my eyes and savored the past. Back then, I felt like a princess. Lives in a huge house, has own room and own things. I can't quite accept that everything will disappear. When Cynthia arrived at the mansion we were kicked out. That's why we went home to our shack house. It was as if I woke up from a nightmare when we were robbed of happiness, my parents became the family for Don Roberto. It is only fitting that we inherit his wealth. Unlike his daughter Cynthia, she is indeed his daughter but he abandoned her. I couldn't stop the tears I was holding back, they flowed down my cheeks. But my recollection of the past was interrupted when someone suddenly spoke at the door.

"Are you all right?" a voice that suddenly made my heart beat faster.

I immediately turned around and saw Rick standing by the door. I just forgot to close it.

I wiped the tear that was rolling down my cheek with my palm. Besides, I spoke and faced Rick.

"Yeah, I'm okay!" I promise with a smile,

He nodded before walking inside.

"Okay. When you need something, just tell me. Sorry if there are children's items in the guest room. This room belongs to a girl. But he hasn't been here for a long time," he said, looking around the room.

Yes, Rick! I know it belongs to a girl. I know that because I was that kid! The child you robbed of wealth. The child you kill the parents!

"Oh! Really? So why hasn't it been removed yet, if he's been gone for a long time?" I asked him,

"Nothing, I just don't want to move this room. Alright, I'm leaving, I just wanted to know if you're okay here." He smiled before turning back, but I stopped him from leaving immediately.

"Um... Rick!" I called to it, it stopped walking. He turned to me again before asking.

"What is that?"

"I would like to invite you later. Isn't your birthday over yet? Maybe we can have a drink together, just an extension when we celebrate your Birthday." I'm still smiling as I say that. What, will he agree? A few seconds before he spoke,

"Okay. I'm just going to get some Whiskey," he said before continuing to leave the room.

I was happy when I found out that he agreed to my offer, but what I was more happy about was that we were going to drink my favorite Whiskey. "Wait, why does he know what I want to drink?" I was stunned for a moment but later I just put that out of my mind. The important thing is that Rick and I are slowly getting closer.