- One Week Later -

'You're all set, Aera!'

Aera gleefully stood up and exited the dressing room. I met her eyes and my cheeks heated instantly. She wore a strapless neon bikini which didn't cover much of her bare skin.

'You're paid to protect me, not to gawk,' Aera shouted, snapping me out of my thoughts. I ignored her and looked away. After our 'break up', she became distant and rude, calling me names and avoiding me. 

We walked outside to a large pool area. I stood behind Aera as she posed for several cameras. She stepped on top of a high podium which was decorated with feathers and sparkles.

I stood near the bottom, eyeing every photographer. Suddenly, all faces turned pale when Aera began to wobble on the podium. I turned my head to see her with wide eyes, her arms flapped vigorously in the air as she lost her balance.

I opened my arms as she fell into my chest. All photographers gasped when our faces were inches apart, Aera's green eyes bore into mine as several clicks of the camera were heard.

'That's a keeper! We're all done!' The directed yelled.

'What?' We said in unison.

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'Should I wear this?' Aera questioned as she got ready for her party tonight. Soon, this room would be filled with many celebrities.

Suddenly, my heart stopped when I heard a scream.

Aera.

I sprint