ANN’S POV:

After Ivan and James left, I took a short shower and changed.

After fixing myself, I went down to check if the driver was already there.

I saw the car and went in. I was brought to a fancy restaurant. I went in and

saw my mom seated already. “Mom!” I called. “Ann, have a seat.” She said as

she gestured me to sit. “This is a nice restaurant mom.” I complimented. “We

used to come here Ann.” She said. “Really? Ohh.” I mumbled. “I already ordered

something for us.” She said. I just smile when the waiters came in with the food.

The two of us started eating. When we are already taking our dessert, my mom

started a conversation. “Have you forgiven him?” she asked. I already knew she was

referring to what James did before. “I guess so.” I answered as I took a sip with my

mango shake. “You guess so?” she repeated. “Mom, I don’t know what exactly happen.

But I guess it was nothing. I must have forgotten everything because of the accident.

My brain was sort of damaged, but my heart was fine. The first time I saw James, I

feel nothing. So it would mean I have forgiven him already.” I explained. “Honestly Ann,

when I learned what had happen to you and James, I was devastated and frustration to

James.” my mom suddenly said. “I trusted him so much. I thought he would never

ever hurt you. But I think we really can’t force someone to love.” She said. “Mom,

if I was James and I was asked to marry a girl whom I don’t love, I would do it. I

would run away from the deal as well.” I said. My mom smiled at me. After our dinner,

we head off home. I washed my face and fixed myself, change my clothes and went

off to bed. Another day came. I was left alone with the maids once again because my

mom was out for something.  After eating my breakfast,   I went back to my room and

had a shower. I changed my clothes and fixed myself. After doing my thing, I decided to

look for a nice dress that I can wear for the party. I went in my walk in closet and

searched for a dress. “Uhm, this would be perfect.” I said as I took a silver tube dress

which was anlong enough to cover my legs. I looked for a footwear that would match my

dress when suddenly, I heard someone knock. I went out the closet and opened the

door and saw our maid. “Ms. Ann, Mr. James and Ms. Lauren’s here.” The maid said.

“James? Lauren?” I repeated. “Yes ma’am, they’re waiting for you outside.” She

said. “Okay. I’m coming.” I said as I went out my room. “Who could that Lauren be?”

I asked myself. When I was a few steps away, I saw James with another girl. She was

really pretty. I guessed it was Lauren. “Hi Ann!” the girl greeted as she hugged me.

I felt awkward for I don’t even know her.  suddenly, I heard some coughing. It was

from James. “She couldn’t recognize you Lauren.” He said. “Oh. I forgot. Geeesh,

I’m sorry Ann. Let me introduce myself to you, I’m Lauren Reid.” She said.

“Lauren Reid? Reid? How is she related to James?” I thought to myself when

suddenly I was cut off. “If you’re thinking why do we have the same family name,

well, Lauren’s my sister.” he said. “Can he read my mind?” I thought to myself as I

faked a smile. “Nice meeting you.” I said in unsure tone. “Well, can we have a coffee

together?” she asked. “Oh, she can’t!” James suddenly butted in. “Why? You’re going

somewhere else?” she asked. “Oh, yeah, I’m attending a party.” I said.

“A party huh?” she repeated. “Oh wait. I used to make over you when you’ll go in

a party or gatherings. Want me to do it for you? In that way we can bond?” she offered.

Though I was shy, I agreed.  “Wait, how ‘bout me?” James asked. Me and Lauren

chuckled at his childish act. “Oh baby James, go look for another friend, Ann’s mine

for today.” Lauren teased. “Err..” was all James could say in defeat. “I’ll just meet

Ryan and Bret instead.” He said. “Okay.” Lauren said as James left. We went up

to my room and started chitchatting about fashion. “You’re still fashionista Ann.” She

said. I didn’t say anything but smile. “You know what, you used to be a model.” She said.

“A model? Really?” I asked. “Yup. You even design clothes.” She added.

“Wow. That’s great! I didn’t know that?” I said. she just chuckled. “Wait, have you

chosen what to wear?” she asked. “Uhm yeah, but if you can find something else, I

would love to wear it.” I said. “Oh, this perfect. But you just need some accessories

for this.” She said as she went in the closet. Oh, this would be perfect.” She said as

she handed some jewelries. “What do you think would be my

footwear?” I asked. “Uhm, wait.” She said as she went back to the closet. “So, who’s

with you in the party?” she asked as she came back with a pair of silver shoes. “Oh,

I’ll be with Ivan.” I said. “Ivan? Ivan Dorschner?” she asked. “You know him?

Oh yeah, he was James’ friend you must know him.” I said after I realize the logic.

“How did you two know each other? I thought you just have recovered from coma?

How could you know each other?” she asked confusingly. “Well, luckily, Ivan saved my

life. He was the one who brought me to the hospital when I was hit by a car.” I said. she

sat down my bed and looked at me intently. “So why are you going to a party with him?”

she asked curiously. “Uhm, I just have to go with him.” I said. I could see that she was

not satisfied with my answer, but I could not just spill the beans with her. I know she’s

James’ sister but I just can’t tell her. “Okay then, so let’s fix your hair?” she asked.

“Uhm, I think it’s too early, Ivan’s gonna fetch me up at 5 and its still 11:30.” I said.

“Well, I guess we need to curl your hair this early. Oh by the way, you don’t want to

use a curling iron. You don’t want it to ruin your hair.” She said. “I see.” Was all I was

able to say. She started curling my hair. She finished it by 1:30. It took her that long

because she was too meticulous on curling my hair. “We must have our lunch now.

I’m hungry.” I said. “Okay. I’m starving as well.” She said as the both of us chuckled.

The two of us went down and saw our maids preparing the food. “Heaven!” I said.

I looked at Lauren thinking she might laugh but I could see her bother look. “Have a

seat.” I said. She sat down and the two of us had our lunch together. Lauren’s phone

suddenly rang. It was James who called. “Maybe 4? I still have to fix Ann for the party.

Just be here before 4 okay?” she said to James who was on the other line. She hung up

the phone and started eating again. “He’s such a stubborn kid.” She complained.

I just chuckled. “Ann.” She said. “Huh?” I mumbled. “Do you still feel anything for James?”

she asked which made me froze. “I’m so sorry to ask you this.” Lauren said. “No. It’s okay.

About that uhm, I, I can’t answer you for now. I was just creating a new memory now.

In fact, we erased everything from the past and started with a scrap.”

I said. “What do you mean?” she asked. “I asked him to forget all of the

things that have hurt us before and start anew. Now, I considered him as

a new friend.” I said. “But do you think this would still be the case if you

would remember everything?” she asked. “Honestly? I don’t know.” I answered.

She kept quiet. “I think I should so your make up now.” She said. “Okay.”

I replied as we headed back to my room. I sat down the chair in front of the

mirror while Lauren started to smudge some foundation on my face. “I bet you’re

going to be the prettiest girl in that party.” She said. I chuckled and thank her.

She started painting make up on my face. After she put eye shadow, she brushed

on blush on for the final touch. “Done!” she said as raised the brushed. “Thank

you Lauren.” I said. “You’re welcome Ann.” She said as she faced to me. It was

already 3:15 and James has to pick up Lauren by 4, and so she started doing my hair.

“What do you want for your hairstyle?” she asked. “What do you think?” I asked back.

“Okay, I’ll take care of this.” She said and smiled. When she started fixing my hair,

we heard knocks from the other side of the door. “Who is that?” I asked. “It’s me Ann,

James.” he said. “Come...” I said but Lauren butted in. “Stay there baby James. I’m still

fixing Ann’s hair.” She said. We heard him groan from outside. Me and Lauren

chuckled because of it. After half an hour she finished fixing my hair. Just in

time I received a message from Ivan. [Ann, I’ll be there by 4 if it’s okay with you?”]

he asked. [Sure. It’s okay Ivan.] I replied. “Ivan?” Lauren asked. “Yup.” I said, she didn’t

answer. “I think I should change now.” I said. “Okay, I’ll just go check on James.” she said.

“Okay.” I said as I started to change. Moments later after changing, I went out to check

on the Reid siblings. When I went out the room, I saw the two talk with soft voices as if

they were talking something that was supposed to be a secret.