It is almost past midnight, and the party is in full swing. The DJ was deafening enough to dominate the smooth and melodious sound of the waves in the sea... while the squeals and cheers from the partiers emanated the delightful vibes all across the top floor of the cruise ship. In simple words, the celebration is at its peak. Almost everybody who came for the occasion is swimming in happiness and joy, except for one girl...... She is extremely beautiful and exquisite, yet lonely and melancholic. She is standing all alone, just a little far from where the DJ party is going on... She is deep in her thoughts, the thoughts that are totally unpleasant and painful to her. It is as if she is taking a trip down memory lane, a sad and heart-wrenching lane. To be more precise, she is present here; however, her mind, worlds apart, wandering in some endless pit of thoughts. Though she came to celebrate the occasion with others, wearing ba lack, deep V-neck sequin dress, she is no way near the cheerful vibes of the party. Meanwhile, her tall, beautiful, and slender legs were left unprotected from the lusty stares of many men. Her dress perfectly hugged her curves, revealing her sexy figure, reaching just down her mid-thigh. Her black, jet-like hair is freely waving along with the sea breeze, and her hazel eyes are fixated on the horizon. Everything about her is so alluring and magnetic, just like a dainty goddess. Her irresistible and comely demeanor, of course, attracted many unwanted flies whose eyes are already filled with lust and desire for her. However, regardless of all those sharp gazes boring into her, Brina remained in the same position, thinking of something else. Bemused, her face depicted her indifference to attending this soiree. She usually doesn’t tag along for all these parties and rich people stuff. But this time it’s different, and it was also inevitable for her to escape because this is her best friend’s engagement party with the CEO of the company in which they both work. Her best friend, Tanya Williams, will soon be marrying their boss, with whom she fell in love while working as his secretary. Everyone called it Tanya’s luck, but Brina has exactly the opposite thoughts about it. She couldn’t help but feel a bad premonition that it wouldn’t stay the same as before. She is scared that her innocent and sweet friend will face the complicated and dark side of this rich people’s society. "Brina, it’s too cold here. Why are you standing all alone...Hmm? Didn’t you notice how those drunkards were ogling you?" A man in his mid-twenties approached her. As soon as he came closer, he took out his jacket gracefully and placed it on her shoulders, hiding her from lusty stares and at the same time, protecting her from the chilling coldness of the winter night. He is her boss and one of the directors of the company in which she works. To be precise, he is the second big boss of the company and the main director of her department. His name is Chris Hillary. Despite his cold and aloof character, he is unusually friendly and nice to her. And, of course, Brina isn’t a fool to not understand the reason behind it. Chris has feelings for her, and she knew him too well to judge who he exactly is. He is a great, sincere, and genuine person who was never involved in any scandals. His feelings for her are purely based on his intention to marry her and make her his lawfully wedded wife. Chris Hillary and their CEO, Ben Cooper, are public figures and were also the most eligible bachelors of country M. Now, Ben is out of the picture, so everyone’s attention is now on Chris. Everyone is excited to see who he will marry. After all, many heiresses are waiting in line for him, trying to get his attention. However, he is in love with Brina and he is adamant to marry her... only her! "Thanks, Chris. I just got distracted, and you know me. I am not interested in all this late-night partying and noisy stuff." She politely smiled as she replied. As much as she admires him for his sincerity and kindness to her, she, unfortunately, never felt for him in that way. "I just came out to get some free air," Brina added, trying to get his attention back while he continued to stare at her, deep in his thoughts, just like her. "Uhmm...sorry..I got distracted." Chris nervously laughed while he brushed his hair with his fingers, nervously. After working for almost two years together in the company, they became a little closer than just a boss and employee relationship, but, of course, not as close as close friends who hang around and talk about some random stuff. He never crossed his limits, and she never gave any false hopes or indications to step up their professional relationship into a personal relationship. So, it is still difficult for him to act casual towards her. She looks close, but at the same time, she looks so distant and guarded as well. She is unpredictable! I was feeling the same and came out for some fresh air. So, uhm...why don’t we just walk around and find a good place to sit? My legs are aching a lot, Brina. Our boss is a bully, and he made me work out a lot." Chris said as he smiled, trying to shrug off the anxiety building in him. Brina could smile and just not look at him, aware of what was coming next. She isn’t new to relationships, to turn a blind eye. And, she is aware of what might happen if she takes a walk with him. But she also knows that she has to clear the air around them. "Sure, why not? But, might accompany you just for a small walk. I have to go back and sleep so that I can go back tomorrow to visit my family." Brina responded. Meanwhile, Chris smiled and his crescent eyes twinkled with happiness. His hand involuntarily went into his pocket, and his fingers skimmed the blue velvet box, which had a ring that signifies that he wanted to propose to her. Yes, he knew that he was skipping the important phases of the ideal love journey. He has to ask her to be his girlfriend first, and then take her on some dates before he can propose to her for marriage. Buu, he is in a little bit of a hurry right now. After his cousin’s wedding, his family will surely pressure him to attend the blind dates, and they will eventually but surely force him into some alliance. He doesn’t want that!