MY SWEETEST MISTAKE

Warning: Some of the chapters have mature contents that aren't suitable for young readers. Read at your own risk.

The beginning

[Serena's point of view]

"Breaking news: a man's head was spotted again near the head quarters of the police, they suspect that the number 1 serial killer Exodus is the perpetrator of the crime again" I didn't pay attention to what was being said in the news because I was busy working Food here in the kitchen.

"It's really scary to come out now, why hasn't that Exodus been caught yet, he's already killed so many innocent people."

"Yes, of course it's still alive, but its soul is being burned in hell." whispered our housemates at home.

I can't blame them why they talk like that to that Criminal because it is true that he has killed so many people.

I don't know why there are people who can kill their fellow human beings. They will not be blessed if they do that and they have no right to take the lives of others because they are not God.

"Perfect." I whispered as I looked at the cute cupcakes I made. I am currently in college and in a culinary course.

I like to cook and bake, I plan to build my own restaurant when I graduate.

"Señorita Serena, your parents are already in the dinning area and Senyorito Haru's family is with them." I smiled sparingly at Nanny one and signaled that I would follow.

I immediately removed the apron I was wearing and fixed my hair before leaving our kitchen. "Mom." I quickly approached Mommy and Daddy before kissing them together as well as my two snake brothers.

I sat next to Haru who was smiling at me. "What's wrong, why are you here?" He shrugged and whispered back "I don't know, they just said they had something important to say to us" I nodded at what he said.

He's Haru Arcadio and he's my childhood best friend. Like me, his family also comes from politics because his father is currently a senator here in our area.

"Serena, it's your birthday in a week. That means you're at the right age to get married, that's why we thought we'd tell everyone that you're engaged, Haru, on your birthday." My lips couldn't help but be merciful because of what Mommy said.

I looked at Haru but his head was bowed but under the table you could see his clenched fist which secretly hurt my heart.

To be honest I love him and I'm happy that we are getting married. But I can't ruin his happiness, I know I don't have a chance in his heart because he already has a girlfriend.

He already has Bettina in his life.

I smiled like Mommy and tried to cover my feelings "But Mom, is that really necessary? I mean our family is ok. Maybe we don't need a wedding right?" when I object even if it's against my heart.

"We know that, but it's better if our family comes together, each one's power will be stronger and the chance of us becoming a victim of a serial killer in this country will be smaller." Tito Hiro's long line is Haru's Daddy.

Most of the politicians who are very rich and powerful still have no escape from that man. Not everyone knows how he manages to kill powerful people who sit in government.

And it is not far that even my Daddy who is the governor will not be targeted by him. Honestly, I'm afraid for him but I know that Dad is a good person so there is no reason for that Exodus to target him.

Haru and I were quiet while we were here in the garden of our house. He bowed while I just stared at him sadly.

"Why don't you try to object? I know you love Bettina that's why you fight for her." I told him.

He looked sadly into my eyes "Serena you know I can't do that right? In the first place I made a mistake because I choose to love her. Our family is against us."

It's sad. It's like they're Romeo and Juliet. Arcadio and Chavilire are cruel enemies and Haru and I don't know the reason.

"So what are you going to do? Will you just agree to marry me? Won't you even fight for the woman you love?" It hurts to say that because I love him but I can't bear to see him regret the time he chooses to marry me.

I love him but I will still choose what is best for him. If he'll be happier with Bettina then it's fine with me. I'll just always be here for him if he needs me.

"Should I fight for her or maybe I should accept now that we can't be together? I love my family Serena and I can't turn my back on them. But I will ask you, do you want to marry me?" He gave me a withering look and I didn't seem to know what to say.

Am I going to admit it? Should I say that I've loved him for a long time and I'm ready to marry him even if he doesn't love me?

I was about to open my mouth to tell him my answer when we looked at brother Isaiah who was the one who teased to come to us.

"Ops, It's already late. Your family has left so I think you need to leave." he gave Haru a mocking look causing him to look back at me and give me a small smile.

"I'll go now Serena, goodnight." I just smiled at him before nodding. After Haru left, I looked at Kuya annoyed.

"Why did you talk to him like that?" he laughed and raised his hand.

"What, I didn't say anything wrong? I just sent him home." I immediately hit him on the arm "No you're provoking him! Why do you and brother Isaac seem to hate him when he's not doing anything wrong?"

I was stunned when my brother looked at me seriously, he held my head before kissing my forehead.