When Love Brings Pain

mmense size can rival that of an entire home. The room's feminine touches, such as its dominant pink hues, are impossible to miss, giving a clear indication of the

oman called out, her voice gentle yet

ing out to gently tap Precious. "It's time for you to wake up, my dear, or you'll find

t between the realms of dreams and wakefulness. "Oh, Nanny... just let

the far end of the bed, pulling

he bedside, "Don't be like that, my dear. Your mother has been waiting downstairs for quite some time now. And you know wha

s, her beauty was undeniable. Her long, straight black hair cascaded down to her well-proportioned nose and full, alluring lips. Her face was oval and undeniably pretty, maki

and most famous men, she seemed to believe she was on a l

ecious's eyes lit up with eager anticipatio

nging to unravel the mystery that awaited her. The old

was as if all traces of sleep had vanished in an instant," she teased playfully

y, please don't keep me in suspense any longer. Just tell me, what is this surprise you're

closer, her eyes twinkling with mischief. "Alright, fine... I'll tell you all about

he initial excitement and interest that she showed a moment earlier. She averte

oice filled with an undeniable enthusiasm, hoping that her

g a stoic expression that revealed her apathy towards her father's return. Ever since she was a child, Precious had longed for her father's attention. Frederick,

onsiderable amount of time before his return, especially when it involved international travel. These trips often spanned months, and sometimes even a ye

nd defiant young woman. As she leisurely rose from her bed, she proceeded to the bathroom. By the time she

airs, couldn't help but beam with pride. "Pr

im and walked past, making her way to the other end

ood mornin

that denoted their friendship and family bond, a practice common among foreigners. Frederick moment

ge the gap, gestured towards Frederi

te for my class," Precious excused herself, givin

pleaded sincerely with Frederi

om the table and taking a seat. "I understand where Precious is coming fr

sympathy. "But don't worry. I'll talk to her and try to make her see things from a different perspective.

*****

out, son. What's keeping you waiting anyway? You'll be late for class if you don't get out of that room," Isabell

den's voice echoed from the be

y, mother," Claire beamed,

s within me. Finally, Kayden is gradually wor

yellow shirt, paired with black jeans and white canvas shoes. Isabella and Claire were left mes

laughed, noticing the

handsome, Kayden,"

Then he looked into Isabella's eyes, noticing her mesmerized gaze. "Moth

..you look okay,"

he teased, a twi

ndsome," she replied, a smal

can't believe you fell for it," Kayden said, closing the

e, lifting her head to savor the fragrance. "You smell

moment you came out of the room. I just didn't want to get ahe

ust bought a new perfume. Even the dress I'm

didn't you tell me about it? I could have purchased it for y

about that, mother. It's not an issue, bel

it. I'm your mother, after all. You know these things are my responsibilities. Even if we're

They help each other out. Even if there was a chance to turn back time, I'd still do

to convince you. You would still go ahead and do what you want in

r," he grinned, his eye

re too. Have a seat." Isabella gestured for them to join her at the table, the convers

*****

ng with awe at the grandeur of the prestigious private university. He grippe

ized his shoelace had come loose. He quickly knelt

l carrying the intensity from everything that had transpired back at home. S

laimed, glaring at Kayden, whose

sorry," Kay

ed sharply. "Watch it!" she added, giving him a disdainful loo

he wondered aloud, before co

dly encountered another girl. Anna stood before him,

this a dream?" she w

ayden asked, snapping his finge

regained her composure. "Yes, yes...

that?" Kayden in

breath away," Anna

his ears. "What did you say?"

way, what are you doing here?" she asked, attem

've been trying to find my way to the security department. I need to

from here, just a few steps away. So

ly appreciate it if you could assist me in getting there. Additionally, I need your help in meet

y, listen. This is what we'll do: we'll drop off your luggage firs

pe I'm not causing you any trou

you could never be a burden to me. It's my choice, aft

help, really," Kayden

u look cute," Anna comp

ments from his family and neighbors. Hearing it from a person he barely knew made

filled out a form given to him by a security officer, who promptly signed it after he was done. A

Anna greeted, bowing respectful

before returning her attention to the paperwork on her desk. "G

dering around the premises on my wa

nd fixed her gaze on Kayden, who fe

ing, ma'am," Kayde

rning to Anna. "It's okay, Cruz. I'll take it from here. You

giving Kayden a quick glance accompani

rar, Kayden awaited her ne

n, what can I do for

d an email notifying me of my admission to this school, wh

. What was that your name agai

a'am. Kayden Hecha

at name rings a bell... Aren't you the one who ap

me," Kayden responded, a smi

ed, "The student from Sai

opportunity to thank you for selecting me among the

You scored 100%, surpassing all other applicants despite the challenging questions. No one has achieved such a score since the establishment of this universit

smiled gratefully, leaning closer

ur verifications have been done

All done

u have the printed copies

, ma'am," Ka

ight, let me

pped it, and carefully retrieved a varie

h this up," the woman said, signing each document. Once she had comple

ng on her lips. She made her way to her seat in front

meanor with annoyance. Unable to contain herself any longer, she tapped Anna on the shoul

itement. "You won't believe what I saw today. He's absolutely charmi

n, demanded more details. "What are you ev

guy I came across earlier. He's

retorted, "Seriously? Have you lost your mind? What do you

o be in our department. And I wasn't able to get his name either. This is actually the first time I'll ever find someone so attractive i

the students with his presence. The room fell into silence, awaiting his instruction

his domain, and the students felt a tinge of

source of frustration and confusion. The students harbored a collective dislike for the subject. As the

s, her voice barely above a whisper. "Oh girl, w

ation pressed upon them, and a

, dismissed Anna's statement. "Speak for yourself, okay?

r assistance. "Please, just let me have a look. At least you attempted

assed her notebook to Anna, catching the atten

his face as he mumbled to himself,

across the classroom, demanding an end to the murmuring. The students snapped to attention, their eyes forward, awaiting further instruction.

, who can find the value of

ally sick. How does he expect us to find something that doesn't want to b

Anna whispered, casting a cautio

ied by Kayden. The students were taken aback at the sight of him, their jaws dropping

him again?"

. I can't believe he is here." She turned to Precious, smiling, and continued,

gave her a serious look, "You know

ed, "What? But why?" she

pying. Just give it back to me already"

pted by the stern voice of their advisor, "Bonnevi

ace forward, and all the students

or a few minutes

no problem si

n by his side, intending to introduce him to the class, "Well, this

ing you would like to say to the class?" Kayden shook his h

ing his fists out of nervousness, "Um, my... My name is Kayden Hechanova. I w

understand the feeling of having to be around new people for the first time. However, what he forgot to mention is that

ts replied in unis

You should explain to him all he needs to kn

, sir." Preci

" he said and Kayden replied with a nod. Then he walked slowly past the students, his gaze fixed on the floor, until he found

looking around the books on each student's table. "That's not necessary, K

as I was saying, who can find the

em, a challenge they were ill-prepared to face. None dared to speak up, their confidence w

her, "Did anyone even a

hifting her gaze to Precious, with her voice

n mounting, snapped at Anna, "K

He waited, but Precious remained resolute in her silence. Meanwhile, in the bac

ided to backtrack, attempting to jog the students' memories. He wrote the word "SOLUTION" on the board and po

ns for the answer. And then, in a barely audible voice, Kayden m

m, their expressions shifting