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Chapter 10 - The knife

Y/N's POV

"Now he's just being an idiot." 😒

Mr. Idiot casually opened the door like he hadn't just dragged me into the wrong washroom.

Mr. Idiot: "Bro, I just came to see—this lady lost her track!" 😅

I glared at him. I DID NOT LOSE MY TRACK, YOU KIDNAPPED ME!!

The guy standing outside, his friend, turned his head to look at me.

Mr. Idiot's Friend: "Well, the ladies' washroom is on the right side." 😌

Without another word, Mr. Idiot just turned around and left me there—like I was his problem and not his fault.

I stood there, stunned. Did he just leave me with his friend?!

Nope. Not happening. I ran from there.

???: "HEY, WAIT!!" 😱

I heard his friend calling after me, but I didn't stop. I sprinted through the hallway.

"Oh my god, this is SO embarrassing!!" 😨

Just as I was catching my breath, my phone rang. It was Emma. I picked it up instantly.

"Hello—" 😰 I answered, still panicked.

Emma: "WHERE are you?! Are you okay??" 😨 Her voice was full of worry.

I took a deep breath, trying to calm myself.

"Emma, I'm fine... I'll meet you outside." 🙄

Emma sighed in relief.

Emma: "Okay, I'll wait." 😌

I hung up, only to feel a tap on my shoulder. I froze. Slowly turning around, I saw him—the same guy who was with Mr. Idiot.

???: "Ma'am, are you alright?" 🙂

I nodded quickly.

"Yes, I'm fine." 😅

He scratched the back of his neck, looking a little awkward.

???: "If you say so… Well, my name is Kayden." 😄

He extended his hand toward me.

I hesitated, but he seemed harmless.

"My name is Y/N." 🙂 I shook his hand.

Kayden: "Where are you headed? I mean, if you're lost, I can help you." 😊

I shook my head.

"No—no, I'm not lost. I was just heading home with my friend. But thanks for asking." 😅

Kayden smiled.

Kayden: "Oh, okay then. Can I walk with you? I mean, if you don't mind." 😳

He looked… kind of cute. And harmless.

"Yeah, I don't mind." 🙂

We got into the elevator together.

Kayden: "So, you didn't shop for anything?" 😄

"No, I was just here to keep my friend company." 🙂

Just then, his phone rang.

Kayden: "Excuse me, please." 😊 He spoke so politely, like a real gentleman.

"It's okay, take it." 🙂

While he was talking, I noticed just how good-looking he was. Tall, well-dressed, with a kind face.

Kayden: "What do you want now? …Oh, that? I forgot. Send someone outside. I'm in the parking lot." 😐

He hung up and turned back to me.

Kayden: "I'm sorry—" 😅

Before he could finish, the elevator doors opened. We stepped outside, and a man immediately approached Kayden.

Kayden: "Here, take this and give it to Coel, okay? Tell him I want it back as soon as the shoot is over." 🤨

He pulled something out of his pocket and handed it to the man.

I froze.

My heart pounded.

No… it can't be… 😱

It was the same knife I had seen in that thief's hand. I was sure of it.

Kayden turned to me with a smile.

Kayden: "Let's go." 😊

I hesitated. Should I ask him?

I took a deep breath.

*"What was that??" 😨

Kayden blinked, looking confused at first. Then, realization crossed his face. He chuckled slightly.

Kayden: "Oh, that? It's actually part of my unique collection from my jewelry shop. The director wanted it for a movie scene, so I lent it to them. It's just a prop." 😊

I let out a relieved sigh.

"Oh, I see." 😅

We walked into the parking lot, where I spotted Emma on her phone, probably texting someone.

"Hey, Emma!" 😃

She looked up and smiled at me—until she noticed Kayden.

Her smile vanished, turning into pure shock.

Emma: "Mr. Scott?! What are you doing with my friend??" 😨

Kayden: "Oh, I was just coming here too… Okay, ladies, I'll leave now. I have to go. Bye, Y/N." 😊

He waved before getting into his car and driving off.

Emma immediately turned to me.

Emma: "Let's go, Y/N!" 🙂

We got into her car, and she started driving.

Emma: "What were you doing with him??" 🤔

I sighed.

"He thought I was lost, so he just asked where I was going. And he happened to be coming this way too." 🙂

Emma's eyes widened.

Emma: "Ohhh. He's such a nice guy. Do you know he's a billionaire? He owns this entire mall!" 😲

I nearly choked.

"Wait, WHAT?!" 😱

Emma laughed.

Emma: "Y/N, he's everywhere! On TV, on social media!" 😉

I rolled my eyes.

"Emma, I don't have time to watch TV, and I barely use my phone." 🤔

Emma gave me a look.

Emma: "You know what? Just move into my place already." 😉

I shook my head.

"Don't worry, Emma. I can manage here." 🙄

She groaned.

Emma: "Manage?! Y/N, your house looks like a horror movie set!" 😒

I sighed, smiling softly at her.

"Emma, I know you care about me. But if I ever need help, you'll be the first person I come to." 🙂

Emma smiled back.

Emma: "Okay, fine." 😌

After a while, she dropped me off at my place and left.

That night, I made dinner, took a shower, and ate in my room. I was exhausted.

But as I lay in bed, staring at the ceiling…

I couldn't stop thinking about that knife. 😓

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Meanwhile, in Heaven 😇

A small baby sat on a fluffy white cloud, watching everything unfold below.

Baby: "Mr. God! The knife is the same!! Don't you think??" 😨

God: "I know… but that guy, Kayden, seems like a nice person." 😇

The baby frowned, then hesitated before asking,

Baby: "Umm… Mr. God, can I ask you something?" 🙄

God chuckled.

God: "Of course, my child. What is it?" 😇

The baby pouted.

Baby: "I want a friend." 🙂

God sighed.

God: "Ahh… okay, I'll do something for you." 😇

He clapped his hands, and a glowing cloud floated forward, turning into a heart shape before gently landing beside the baby.

Suddenly, the cloud yawned.

???: "Umm… what's going on?" 🥱

God smiled.

God: "This is Cici. He will be your friend." 😇

The baby stared.

Baby: "…A cloud?!" 😑

Cici's eyes snapped open.

Cici: "I AM NOT A CLOUD!!" 😡

: "Cici, behave. Meet... umm... Baby." 😅

(Cici bursts into laughter.)

Cici: "Hahahaha! Baby?! Hahaha! Doesn't she have a real name or—" 🤣

God: "Enough, Cici! I will punish you!" 🤨 (God warns Cici.)

Cici: "No, no! God, please don't punish me!" 😰 (Cici gets scared.)

Baby: "I don't want a friend like him!" 😤 (She pouts.)

God: "Baby, he's just a little naughty… like you." 🙄

Cici: "I won't laugh again! Please give me a chance!" 😥 (Cici pleads.)

Baby: "Ummm… okay. Last chance!" 😒 (Baby warns Cici.)

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