Found Again

“Here’s the journalist that Anne met last night.”

I look at the picture that Liam showed me. I took it and smirked. I know this guy. He works at Vince’s company. He is a known and credible showbiz journalist, he also has his showbiz talk show. I met him at some of the events.

“I’ll take it from here,” I said with full confidence.

“I am now convinced that you know how Anne works. All your predictions were accurate, even this.” I added.

Aside from Anne, he also predicted his family’s move. The reason why we have paparazzi when we are in the US. He feeds them of his plan of getting back with Anne. He also made his assistant act like he is on the side of the family, but the truth is, all his assistant’s information came from Liam. His assistant was the one who suggested the paparazzi to his family and sent the photos to Anne and the media.

Now that Liam’s family role is done. We are now focusing on how Anne will act. And true enough, Anne is planning to expose my relationship with Andrew and will accuse me of cheating.

“I’ve known Anne for years.” He only said.

“And you stalked her for years,” I added.

We both laughed. This scene is perfect for concluding that we are indeed in a relationship.

“Hello, Mr. Ricky Abunda!”

I asked Vince for his number. I called him and set a meeting with him, and he was very willing to accommodate me.

“Thank you for requesting a meeting with me. I know that many reporters and journalists are wanting to set a meeting with you.” He said.

I just smiled at him. A minute later, his assistant went in to place our coffee. I took a sip then I turn to him and gave him my sweetest smile.

“I know that Anne met you and gave you some information about my relationship.” I started my speech.

He looks flustered. I guess he didn’t expect that the real reason why I am meeting him is that he met with Anne. I don’t blame him though. I heard that they met in a restaurant with a private room. I also don’t have any idea how Liam was able to get the whole conversation between Anne and this guy.

I chuckled. “No need to be nervous. I don’t have any plan to stop you from exposing my relationship. The reason I’m here is to confirm the information that you got and also a good offer.”

His eyes twinkled. Who wouldn’t right?!

“I would love to hear your side. And I will surely accept any offer that you will give.” He said without hesitation.

Of course, he will. He will be the one who will benefit here the most.

“First, it is true that Andrew and I are in a relationship. Liam and I don’t have any relationship, it was pure business. I am not cheating on my boyfriend. But if Anne wants to make me look like that, then do it.” I said then smirked.

His eyes widen and a bit stunned. Who in the world would agree to be exposed as a cheater right?!

“But may I ask why?” He said with pure curiosity.

“You don’t need to know. You are a good journalist and host. I know that you will release an article that will raise more curiosity in people.” I said.

“Of course, I don’t want to be sued for libel especially now that I know the truth. Getting this big scoop is more than good enough for me.” He said.

“But I’m offering more. Don’t you want to hear it?”

He shakes his head. “No, no. Please feel free to speak.”

I grin. “I want you to release that during our magazine launch. Then a day after the event, Andrew and I will do an exclusive interview with you.”

I texted Ricky to release the article when Iya introduces Liam as Stellar’s cover. The press started to make noise. All of them were looking at their phones.

Then one reporter bravely asked when he saw me. “Is it true that your real boyfriend is Mr. Andrew Lopez and you are cheating on him with Mr. Liam Valencia?”

I saw Anne smirking at me. I just smile sweetly at her. Anne’s forehead creased, confused why can I still smile after exposing my relationship in the public? I ignore her and I just walked on stage to give my speech.

“Hello everyone! I know that all of you are surprised by the article that just release. Yes, the article saying that I am in a relationship with Andrew is true. But I denied the other allegation. That’s all I can say for now. Thank you all for coming.”

After that, I go to Andrew and left the place with him. I ask Isabel to end the event and give all the PR kits to all our guests.

“What was that Alli?” My cousin, Lance asked me as soon as they saw us entering the house.

“Can we settle down first? Don’t worry I will answer all your questions, so chill okay.” I said, teasing Lance a bit.

He just shook his head. We all went straight to our favorite place in the house. Lance, Mike, Vince, Lieo, and Iya were all there. They look so worried about me and Andrew.

“I know you guys are worried about me and Andrew. We appreciate that. But you don’t need to. It was all planned.” I said to them.Text property © Nôvel(D)ra/ma.Org.

No one is answering. They look confused and wait for me to elaborate my speech.

“From my issue with Liam, until now, all of it is planned.”

“Did you also ask that journalist to expose your relationship and question your loyalty and faithfulness to Andrew? Really Alli?! Do you think I will believe that?” Lance butted in.

“It was Anne who gave the information to that journalist to expose me,” I confessed.

“What?! How dare she do that to you and Andrew?! After all the help she got from my cousin?!” It was Iya.

“Is that why you asked for Ricky’s number? You should have told me about it. I can stop Ricky from exposing it.” Vince said.

“As Alli said, it was all planned. We let Ricky do what Anne wanted.” Andrew said.

“But why?!” Lance asked a bit frustrated.

I had no choice but to share with them everything about my deal with Liam and Anne’s real past.

“And you know how eager I am to retire from showbiz. This singing thing is not for me.” Andrew said.

“We also thought this is the perfect time to expose our relationship. We can’t hide our relationship forever.” I seconded Andrew.

“Congratulations guy! You are now free to show the world your love for each other. I am happy for both of you!” Iya said a bit teary-eyed.

Then the boys went to us and gave their congratulations to us.

“But I feel so sorry for Anne. She doesn’t deserve those things. But still, all her actions can be justified by that. What’s wrong is wrong. Revenge doesn’t do any good.” Iya suddenly shared her sentiments.

“I agree. Anne’s emotion is valid but still not an excuse for her to do those things. But who are we to judge right? I just hope that after this, Anne will be on the right path.” I said.

“So what’s your next plan?”