Hey guys! I've moved over to my Midway Rendezvous blog since managing two blogs is confusing. I'm just making an announcement here, there's comment box and everything on there you might need to contact me, so please check that blog out. BTW if I still have any readers left (haha nervous laugh) I will try to update Luxe and hopefully finish it soon. But well at the current moment Winglin isn't working for me so IDK when it'll be up. Check my blog though I'll try to post it on there. And lately school have been taking up ALL of my time because I'm actually trying to keep my grades up this semester. Ugh, such a hard task.
Loves, Angelic. <3
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Monday, October 4, 2010
Saturday, August 28, 2010
Winglin Irritates Me
Ok guys, Winglin is down again (how am I not surprised?).
Even though winglin is SUCH an awesome fan fiction site, its server crashes so often,
So now along with posting my fan fics on winglin, I will also post it on this seperate blog I have
So that readers can read them during those times Winglin doesn't work.
And also, I decided to go into poem writings too so I posted a bunch of poems and stuff on
This new blog too. Please tell me what you think ^_^
Link: http://midwayrendezvous.blogspot.com/
Even though winglin is SUCH an awesome fan fiction site, its server crashes so often,
So now along with posting my fan fics on winglin, I will also post it on this seperate blog I have
So that readers can read them during those times Winglin doesn't work.
And also, I decided to go into poem writings too so I posted a bunch of poems and stuff on
This new blog too. Please tell me what you think ^_^
Link: http://midwayrendezvous.blogspot.com/
Sunday, July 25, 2010
Luxe :: New Update :: New URL
HEY!!!!! Ok, so I finally took the time out to sort of repost or IDK but I updated Luxe on Winglin.
No, unfortunately Winglin still isn't working right for me, I still couldn't access my old account, so I made a new one for Luxe and I just posted the newest chapter, Chapter 29 on there. ^_^
Here's the new URL :
http://www.winglin.net/fanfic/angel_luxe_r/
No, unfortunately Winglin still isn't working right for me, I still couldn't access my old account, so I made a new one for Luxe and I just posted the newest chapter, Chapter 29 on there. ^_^
Here's the new URL :
http://www.winglin.net/fanfic/angel_luxe_r/
Chapter 29: Soft and Gentle is the latest chapter. Enjoy and thanks again for your continuous support, I really appriciate that. :D
Tuesday, July 13, 2010
Luxe: Chapter 28 - Faithful Encounters
Author's Note: Hey, I have been trying to update Luxe on winglin for the past couple days, but I couldn't access my account for some odd reason. Please read the newest chapters on here for the time being. Thank you.
Chapter 28: Faithful Encounters
[Raymond’s Point of View]
As I awoke I could feel her breath softly sliding down my chest. Opening my eyes, I saw Tavia’s gentle face, lying asleep in my arms. She wiggled in place as I pulled the blanket over her bare shoulders. With great care, I caressed her face, kissing her forehead as gently as I could. I saw a soft smile forming on her face as she slowly opened her eyes. It took her only a short moment to adjust to the sunlight shining through my windows, and she pulled up, resting her head on my shoulder. I pulled her closer, able to feel her warmth and gentle skin resting on me. We both looked out the open window as a warm and gentle breeze swept in.
“Thank you, Raymond.” She breathed, snuggling closer to me.
“You don’t have to thank me,” I replied. “I’ll do anything for you and you know that.”
She laughed softly, “You’re always so cheesy.” Then she suddenly hugged me tighter. “But I like you like that,” she added.
“Well thank you, but I don’t see it as being cheesy. I think it’s romantic,” I smiled.
Just then, we both suddenly heard a soft, muffled knock on my door. Tavia turned and looked. She wore a surprised expression on her face as she looked back at me. I was positive that my dad was still on a business trip somewhere in the mainland, and so the person outside should only be my mom. Since my mom already knew everything, there was no use keeping her out.
“What if your dad comes in?” Tavia asked worried about the shock she could cause.
“No, I’m sure he’s still in mainland on a business trip, and Steven is sleeping at a friend’s house. It’s probably just my mom.”
She nodded. “So should I get changed?”
“No this should be quick. Just cover up though,” I smiled as I slipped my pants on and grabbed a t-shirt hanging on my chair. As I walked over, I pulled the shirt on and opened the door. Wearing a bright smile, I expected to see my mom at the door.
“Raymond! There’s something we really need to talk about,” my dad’s voice suddenly echoed the room when I opened the door.
My heart froze immediately, and I was sure Tavia’s did too. What was going to happen next when my dad saw Tavia lying on my bed? I was caught speechless when he pushed the door fully open and invited himself in.
“Raymond, I came home early from the mainland because I’ve just found out a new improvement for AVC,” he smiled as he walked in. “How about we sit…” My dad suddenly stopped short, and his eyes fell on the half naked girl lying on my bed with only my bed covers over her. Time literally froze for us.
Tavia’s eyes were filled with surprise and shock as she returned the stare my father gave her.
“Dad, maybe we should talk somewhere else,” I suggested.
“Dominic you left your files in the study,” my mom suddenly walked in.
Now within a matter of seconds, my entire family is gathered in my room, witnessing my time with Tavia. One person allowed me to do as I wish, and the other was strict on keeping far away from my so-called enemy. Silence engulfed all of us for what seemed like forever.
“Raymond,” my dad suddenly spoke up, his voice shaky. “What is she doing here?”
I couldn’t answer him. What could I say to him after that question? “D…dad,” I murmured.
“Raymond, tell me why Tavia Yeung is lying naked in your bed!” His voice rose in an instant, and his expression shot daggers into me.
I glanced quickly at my mom, and struggling to reply him, I let it out anyway. “Dad, she’s my girlfriend and I’m serious with her.”
“I don’t care who you date, but I’ve clearly asked you to end your relationship with Miss Yeung! Why pull that thread any further when we all know that it will never end well?!”
“Dad, listen to me. I’m sorry but,” I stopped when he fell against the wall, gripping his chest.
“Dominic!” My mom called, helping him stand as he gripped his chest tightly and gasped for air. I held him up to help her, and from the corner of my eye I could see that Tavia had quickly finished dressing. She rushed over to us, wearing a worried face.
“Michelle, I’m so sorry,” she apologized.
“We’ll talk about this later Tavia,” my mom replied with gentleness in her soft voice. “Raymond, hurry and get your dad to the hospital,” she urged me in a calm breath.
I nodded and pulled my father’s arm over my head, helping him downstairs as quickly as I could. From behind, Tavia and my mom rushed quickly behind us. My sights were headed for the black sedan parked in front of my front doors, and racing down the hall I rushed my dad into the car. He was still gasping for air as his lungs choked and gagged, and my heart quickly sank with each passing second.
~*~
[Tavia’s Point of View]
With Raymond’s dad still unconscious in the hospital, I couldn’t help but feel a sense of guilt streaming through my body. As I leaned on the hard metal bar that separated me from the road, I stared out into the busy streets. I waited quietly for Raymond to get his car to drive me home, but as I waited I hated the awful silence that enveloped me. Standing in the middle of Hong Kong, I couldn’t understand why I felt the silence creep up to me. It was a horrible feeling, something that reminded me of all the past mistakes I’ve made.
“Tavia,” someone suddenly called.
I turned around, surprised to see Damian standing there. He wore a wide smile but behind his thick sunglasses I could see the dark ambitions in his eyes. I stood straight up, growing wary of him and his unpredictable self. I waited a minute for him to talk, but during that brief second, his grin seemed to have mocked me.
“Good news right?” he asked me. I was a bit confused but I continued to listen. “Dominic is in the hospital, and ironically, someone had just transferred me a nice amount of shares from the company. Someone took the troubles away from our plan,” he grinned.
I was utterly surprised to see who else would be dumb enough to take Damian’s side in this case. “Who gave you the shares?” I asked him.
“That fool, Steven Ma,” he laughed. “He racked up all the remaining shares from the shareholders and gave them to me, for a rather large amount. He wanted twelve million dollars, but of course, it was a small price to pay for something as large as AVC.”
“Steven sold you those shares?! Who else knows about this?”
“I’m pretty sure no one. This just happened this morning, and I myself was caught by surprise. No matter, now I have 30% of AVC, if I can just take up either Miss Liu’s portion or that fox Dominic’s, AVC will be ours for the taking.”
“I’m not interested in your plan so don’t include me,” I interrupted him before he went any further. “I’ve decided, and I want out.”
“Tavia, I thought that the only reason you got back together with that fool of yours, Raymond, was because you wanted his share of the company.”
“I got back together with Raymond because I needed him and I love him, not because of the stupid company,” I argued. “Besides, what do I get in return? Since Michael is still alive, why don’t he just got and fight back his company, why put me in this?!”
“Don’t disrespect your father. We’ve been trying to take the company back for years. Now we’ve finally got a chance, and I can’t let it slip away.” His voice began to rise.
“You can’t let this slip? This is all about you and him. Because of this company, my mother got killed!” I couldn’t believe what just rolled out of my mouth, but in a different perspective, it was true. Because of this stupid company and their twisted game, my mother got killed.
“Tavia what’s wrong?” Raymond’s protective voice suddenly interrupted us. I saw him walk in and he immediately stood between me and Damian, setting a clear barrier of protection for me. “Mr. Lau, I’m warning you. If you don’t stop bugging Tavia, I will report this to the police.”
“Raymond, I was only paying my niece a little visit and having a conversation with her, is that so bad?” Damian asked calmly.
“Please leave,” Raymond spoke. I could tell he was restraining himself.
“Alright, give your dad my regards. By the way, the next board meeting is coming up. I’ve got an announcement to make there if you don’t mind. It’ll be quite exciting.” He imprinted us with a smirk that harbingered something bad before he left. I watched in surprise wondering how and why I ever decided to follow him at one point in our game.
“Tavia, what’s wrong? I heard you raise your voice, and rarely do you ever do that.” Raymond spoke in the most gentle way ever. It comforted me as I relaxed in his presence.
“Nothing, he just mentioned some things I really don’t want to remember,” I shook my head, hoping not to bring more worries to Raymond.
“Do you know what his announcement will be?”
I hesitated for a moment, but thinking back, I really couldn’t come up with any excuses this time around. I sighed, “Steven sold him the remaining shares. Now besides you and Bernice, Damian holds 30% of your company.”
Raymond froze immediately. “Please don’t tell my parents, I’ll handle this myself.”
Again, I could see that Raymond was holding back a lot of emotions. I could understand his anger if he ever got angry at me. His dad was in the hospital right now, all because of me, and Michelle was worried to death. Then Raymond finds out his trusted cousin sold the remaining company shares to Damian, of course anyone would find it hard to hold back. I held Raymond’s hands tightly, hoping to show to him that I’m here to help.
In my mind though, I couldn’t help thinking and calculating. All my plans, because of Raymond I’ve put them on hold. But maybe, now is the time to bring them all out again. Besides, I’ve still got the support of another unpredictable player in the game, Kenneth Ma. As thoughts ran through my head, I looked up at Raymond. His eyes held a blank stare to somewhere far, far away. He hugged me tight as we both looked out onto the busy streets, wondering why we were the only ones enveloped by a bubble of silence.
Feeling Raymond’s warmth around me, it felt like the warmth pressed some sort of button inside me. All the plans, calculations, and risks I hid away in the back of my mind came rushing back, and that was then I mentally pulled away from Raymond. Our game has to end as soon as possible before anything or anyone else gets hurt, and I think I might have just the right move to play.
~*~
[Raymond’s Point of View]
A couple days have passed after my dad settled in at the hospital. Troubled by the many things that have appeared in the past couple days, I sat quietly in a corner of a serene café. Hoping to relax myself, I couldn’t help but think of Tavia. Ever since her change, we’ve both turned and became so calculating and questionable. In my head, I couldn’t help but wonder what her intentions are of getting back together with me. I felt hurt that I doubted the person I love, but from things that have happened to us, I couldn’t help but wonder.
“Raymond, why did you want to meet me?” Bernice’s voice suddenly rang my ears.
I looked up as she sat down, placing her heavy purse to the side as she began to stir her warm cup of coffee. “Can’t I just have a conversation with you as a friend?” I asked her, wondering why lately I haven’t been able to converse with many people.
“Sure,” she smile, taking a small sip of the coffee. “How have things been going in the interesting life of Mister Raymond Lam?”
“Troublesome,” I sighed. “Did you know that Steven sold the remaining shares from the smaller shareholders to Damian?”
“Really,” she replied with only a slight bit of surprise. “Why would he do that?”
“I don’t know. I haven’t got a chance to talk to him yet. For the past couple of months he’s been hiding out at Kenneth’s place. I rarely get to see him. I don’t know what his intentions are, what he’s planning, and why he’s doing this.”
“Maybe he needed the money?” Bernice suggested. “Not many people know this, but both you and I know that Steven has a thing with stocks and gambling.”
“It can’t be because of that. Steven hasn’t made a pit in years, and he wouldn’t be foolish enough to do this now. He must have a reason for this,” I replied, mumbling.
“Raymond,” Bernice sighed. “Everyone has a reason for everything they do, but you just never know if they are good or bad. Maybe Steven just needed the money to patch up some trades, or maybe he’s planning something else, who knows. My suggestion is, you should stop wondering, and worry more about how you’re going to make your next move with Damian now holding shares close to yours. Also, just a heads up, I won’t be giving my shares to you, mainly because I’ve suddenly found interest in your company.” A slim and devious smile followed her words.
Suddenly, something inside me forewarned a change in Bernice. The aura she gave off was no longer a warming brilliancy that allowed me to confide anything and everything to. No, this new aura of hers was something else, something so different it became shocking that such a change has happened. Again, I couldn’t help but question and wonder at her change.
“Excuse me, I have an appointment. I’ll talk to you again, sometime later.” She smiled as she left. Her trail left me in wonderment as I watched her leave the store.
When I saw her leave, it was then that the answer hit me hard. Ron, Ron Ng was the reason why Bernice was suddenly so different. Because of all the problems in my mind, I had completely forgotten about Bernice’s troubles with Ron and Nancy. But, was her love for Ron, her jealousy and rage for Nancy, really what caused all of this? Why? That was what I didn’t understand. Why would Bernice all of a sudden change, and worst, find interest in my company?
~*~
[Nancy’s Point of View]
Our forks clicked against the plates as we both set them down in unison. I could still see that sliver of a smile glued to Tavia’s face as she leaned back in her chair. It’s been such a long time since we got a chance to sit down and eat together. Dinner was a rare occasion, and watching as my old time friend set her glass of wine down, I struggled to find words to say. We’ve been apart for so long, speaking casually became hard.
“You’re less talkative these days,” Tavia commented as she leaned in to speak.
“Maybe because of all the things that are going on. I don’t know where to start,” I replied. “But, I do really want to know. What are you planning to do?”
“About what?” she asked. “Raymond or the company?”
“Both.”
I saw her thinking for a moment, but behind all the distance we’ve had, we were still friends after all. She began to speak a short moment after. “I can’t lose Raymond, I’ll tell you that. I’m hoping that when everything’s done, he and I can still be together. As for the company, I admit I was once lingering between the thought of leaving it or not. I did think of letting it go, because I got so angry when I found out I’ve been lied to for twenty years.”
She paused, and during that pause I tried to process her every word. She’s been lied to for twenty years? Thinking back and forth, the only relation she had that long to anyone was either to her father, or her mother. But they were all dead, aren’t they?
“My father’s still alive Nancy.” She spoke as if reading my mind and answering my question.
“Did you guys talk?”
She shook her head sadly. “He looked me in the eyes and didn’t even know I was his daughter. I can’t blame him though, twenty years, I’ve changed so much.”
“So what are you planning on doing now with the company?”
“I don’t know. Maybe,” she stopped to think. “Give it back to its rightful owner, and then make a decision?”
“Basically, you’re still going to take AVC from the Lams, and now you’re giving it back to your dad and have him make the decision?”
She was quiet. For a moment there I couldn’t read the expression in her eyes. But after so thoughts, they again showed a window of clues into her mind. She suddenly smiled. “Enough about me, how have you been doing?”
I wanted to question her more, but knowing Tavia, pushing it further will lead me to nowhere. I sighed. “I’ve gotten back together with Ron, hopefully for real this time. We’re planning on keeping the child in my stomach, despite Bernice’s pleading that this was all a lie.”
“Nancy, you sound doubtful. Is something bothering you?”
“I was just considering the thought if Ron left me and went back to Bernice. I think I wouldn’t be hurt as badly because it’s already happened before. And when Bernice cried to me, she reminded me so much of myself when Ron left. I’m just not sure to trust the fact that he won’t change his mind again.”
“Things are different now. Before when he left you, we were so young then. But now, you’re carrying his son, if he left you it would hurt a million times more. Don’t have silly thoughts or considerations. Someone is bound to get hurt. You’ve already gotten your share of the pain. It’s fair to you that Bernice be the one to leave.”
“But I feel so bad for her,” I spoke in.
She immediately cut me off. “What does Ron think about this? Was he there when Bernice cried to you?”
I nodded. “He was there. And I know Ron, he has a hidden sympathetic side that no many knows about. When he saw Bernice cry so hard and pain so much over him, I could see the considerations in his eyes.”
“Well ignore those,” she spoke, placing her hand gently overtop of mine. “I know he cares about you a lot now, so much more than he did back then. Raymond once told me Ron cried over you. I’m thinking for someone like him, something like that never happened before.”
I only nodded.
“And Ron has a sympathetic side? I never knew that. I just thought he’s heartless and uncaring. He got a little better with you by his side, but still.”
I tried to smile a bit. “Yeah, he has sympathy and care hidden in him. I’m glad he does though because he gives me that protective feel but also the care that I need. Hopefully he’ll still be there for me when the baby comes.”
“Stop doubting,” Tavia smiled. “I’ve seen you hurt enough and it’s time you enjoy yourself for once. By the way, when will your baby be due?”
“In about two months,” I answered her.
Talking to Tavia again was refreshing. Maybe she was right. I should just stop doubting everything and live with it. Even though to me, having Ron by my side was too good to be true, I’d rather live in this fantasy with Ron than go back into awful reality.
Smiling, I looked down at my overgrown belly, wondering what it would be like to hold my baby close to me. I couldn’t wait. Despite knowing the pain that I’ll face when he comes, to me it’s all worth it. I rubbed my stomach gently as I heard Tavia’s gentle laughter in the background. I could feel the baby’s movements and stir, and I could feel its soft kick to my side. Praying to god, I just hope that all ends well.
End of Chapter 28...
Chapter 29 will also be updated on here.
Chapter 28: Faithful Encounters
[Raymond’s Point of View]
As I awoke I could feel her breath softly sliding down my chest. Opening my eyes, I saw Tavia’s gentle face, lying asleep in my arms. She wiggled in place as I pulled the blanket over her bare shoulders. With great care, I caressed her face, kissing her forehead as gently as I could. I saw a soft smile forming on her face as she slowly opened her eyes. It took her only a short moment to adjust to the sunlight shining through my windows, and she pulled up, resting her head on my shoulder. I pulled her closer, able to feel her warmth and gentle skin resting on me. We both looked out the open window as a warm and gentle breeze swept in.
“Thank you, Raymond.” She breathed, snuggling closer to me.
“You don’t have to thank me,” I replied. “I’ll do anything for you and you know that.”
She laughed softly, “You’re always so cheesy.” Then she suddenly hugged me tighter. “But I like you like that,” she added.
“Well thank you, but I don’t see it as being cheesy. I think it’s romantic,” I smiled.
Just then, we both suddenly heard a soft, muffled knock on my door. Tavia turned and looked. She wore a surprised expression on her face as she looked back at me. I was positive that my dad was still on a business trip somewhere in the mainland, and so the person outside should only be my mom. Since my mom already knew everything, there was no use keeping her out.
“What if your dad comes in?” Tavia asked worried about the shock she could cause.
“No, I’m sure he’s still in mainland on a business trip, and Steven is sleeping at a friend’s house. It’s probably just my mom.”
She nodded. “So should I get changed?”
“No this should be quick. Just cover up though,” I smiled as I slipped my pants on and grabbed a t-shirt hanging on my chair. As I walked over, I pulled the shirt on and opened the door. Wearing a bright smile, I expected to see my mom at the door.
“Raymond! There’s something we really need to talk about,” my dad’s voice suddenly echoed the room when I opened the door.
My heart froze immediately, and I was sure Tavia’s did too. What was going to happen next when my dad saw Tavia lying on my bed? I was caught speechless when he pushed the door fully open and invited himself in.
“Raymond, I came home early from the mainland because I’ve just found out a new improvement for AVC,” he smiled as he walked in. “How about we sit…” My dad suddenly stopped short, and his eyes fell on the half naked girl lying on my bed with only my bed covers over her. Time literally froze for us.
Tavia’s eyes were filled with surprise and shock as she returned the stare my father gave her.
“Dad, maybe we should talk somewhere else,” I suggested.
“Dominic you left your files in the study,” my mom suddenly walked in.
Now within a matter of seconds, my entire family is gathered in my room, witnessing my time with Tavia. One person allowed me to do as I wish, and the other was strict on keeping far away from my so-called enemy. Silence engulfed all of us for what seemed like forever.
“Raymond,” my dad suddenly spoke up, his voice shaky. “What is she doing here?”
I couldn’t answer him. What could I say to him after that question? “D…dad,” I murmured.
“Raymond, tell me why Tavia Yeung is lying naked in your bed!” His voice rose in an instant, and his expression shot daggers into me.
I glanced quickly at my mom, and struggling to reply him, I let it out anyway. “Dad, she’s my girlfriend and I’m serious with her.”
“I don’t care who you date, but I’ve clearly asked you to end your relationship with Miss Yeung! Why pull that thread any further when we all know that it will never end well?!”
“Dad, listen to me. I’m sorry but,” I stopped when he fell against the wall, gripping his chest.
“Dominic!” My mom called, helping him stand as he gripped his chest tightly and gasped for air. I held him up to help her, and from the corner of my eye I could see that Tavia had quickly finished dressing. She rushed over to us, wearing a worried face.
“Michelle, I’m so sorry,” she apologized.
“We’ll talk about this later Tavia,” my mom replied with gentleness in her soft voice. “Raymond, hurry and get your dad to the hospital,” she urged me in a calm breath.
I nodded and pulled my father’s arm over my head, helping him downstairs as quickly as I could. From behind, Tavia and my mom rushed quickly behind us. My sights were headed for the black sedan parked in front of my front doors, and racing down the hall I rushed my dad into the car. He was still gasping for air as his lungs choked and gagged, and my heart quickly sank with each passing second.
~*~
[Tavia’s Point of View]
With Raymond’s dad still unconscious in the hospital, I couldn’t help but feel a sense of guilt streaming through my body. As I leaned on the hard metal bar that separated me from the road, I stared out into the busy streets. I waited quietly for Raymond to get his car to drive me home, but as I waited I hated the awful silence that enveloped me. Standing in the middle of Hong Kong, I couldn’t understand why I felt the silence creep up to me. It was a horrible feeling, something that reminded me of all the past mistakes I’ve made.
“Tavia,” someone suddenly called.
I turned around, surprised to see Damian standing there. He wore a wide smile but behind his thick sunglasses I could see the dark ambitions in his eyes. I stood straight up, growing wary of him and his unpredictable self. I waited a minute for him to talk, but during that brief second, his grin seemed to have mocked me.
“Good news right?” he asked me. I was a bit confused but I continued to listen. “Dominic is in the hospital, and ironically, someone had just transferred me a nice amount of shares from the company. Someone took the troubles away from our plan,” he grinned.
I was utterly surprised to see who else would be dumb enough to take Damian’s side in this case. “Who gave you the shares?” I asked him.
“That fool, Steven Ma,” he laughed. “He racked up all the remaining shares from the shareholders and gave them to me, for a rather large amount. He wanted twelve million dollars, but of course, it was a small price to pay for something as large as AVC.”
“Steven sold you those shares?! Who else knows about this?”
“I’m pretty sure no one. This just happened this morning, and I myself was caught by surprise. No matter, now I have 30% of AVC, if I can just take up either Miss Liu’s portion or that fox Dominic’s, AVC will be ours for the taking.”
“I’m not interested in your plan so don’t include me,” I interrupted him before he went any further. “I’ve decided, and I want out.”
“Tavia, I thought that the only reason you got back together with that fool of yours, Raymond, was because you wanted his share of the company.”
“I got back together with Raymond because I needed him and I love him, not because of the stupid company,” I argued. “Besides, what do I get in return? Since Michael is still alive, why don’t he just got and fight back his company, why put me in this?!”
“Don’t disrespect your father. We’ve been trying to take the company back for years. Now we’ve finally got a chance, and I can’t let it slip away.” His voice began to rise.
“You can’t let this slip? This is all about you and him. Because of this company, my mother got killed!” I couldn’t believe what just rolled out of my mouth, but in a different perspective, it was true. Because of this stupid company and their twisted game, my mother got killed.
“Tavia what’s wrong?” Raymond’s protective voice suddenly interrupted us. I saw him walk in and he immediately stood between me and Damian, setting a clear barrier of protection for me. “Mr. Lau, I’m warning you. If you don’t stop bugging Tavia, I will report this to the police.”
“Raymond, I was only paying my niece a little visit and having a conversation with her, is that so bad?” Damian asked calmly.
“Please leave,” Raymond spoke. I could tell he was restraining himself.
“Alright, give your dad my regards. By the way, the next board meeting is coming up. I’ve got an announcement to make there if you don’t mind. It’ll be quite exciting.” He imprinted us with a smirk that harbingered something bad before he left. I watched in surprise wondering how and why I ever decided to follow him at one point in our game.
“Tavia, what’s wrong? I heard you raise your voice, and rarely do you ever do that.” Raymond spoke in the most gentle way ever. It comforted me as I relaxed in his presence.
“Nothing, he just mentioned some things I really don’t want to remember,” I shook my head, hoping not to bring more worries to Raymond.
“Do you know what his announcement will be?”
I hesitated for a moment, but thinking back, I really couldn’t come up with any excuses this time around. I sighed, “Steven sold him the remaining shares. Now besides you and Bernice, Damian holds 30% of your company.”
Raymond froze immediately. “Please don’t tell my parents, I’ll handle this myself.”
Again, I could see that Raymond was holding back a lot of emotions. I could understand his anger if he ever got angry at me. His dad was in the hospital right now, all because of me, and Michelle was worried to death. Then Raymond finds out his trusted cousin sold the remaining company shares to Damian, of course anyone would find it hard to hold back. I held Raymond’s hands tightly, hoping to show to him that I’m here to help.
In my mind though, I couldn’t help thinking and calculating. All my plans, because of Raymond I’ve put them on hold. But maybe, now is the time to bring them all out again. Besides, I’ve still got the support of another unpredictable player in the game, Kenneth Ma. As thoughts ran through my head, I looked up at Raymond. His eyes held a blank stare to somewhere far, far away. He hugged me tight as we both looked out onto the busy streets, wondering why we were the only ones enveloped by a bubble of silence.
Feeling Raymond’s warmth around me, it felt like the warmth pressed some sort of button inside me. All the plans, calculations, and risks I hid away in the back of my mind came rushing back, and that was then I mentally pulled away from Raymond. Our game has to end as soon as possible before anything or anyone else gets hurt, and I think I might have just the right move to play.
~*~
[Raymond’s Point of View]
A couple days have passed after my dad settled in at the hospital. Troubled by the many things that have appeared in the past couple days, I sat quietly in a corner of a serene café. Hoping to relax myself, I couldn’t help but think of Tavia. Ever since her change, we’ve both turned and became so calculating and questionable. In my head, I couldn’t help but wonder what her intentions are of getting back together with me. I felt hurt that I doubted the person I love, but from things that have happened to us, I couldn’t help but wonder.
“Raymond, why did you want to meet me?” Bernice’s voice suddenly rang my ears.
I looked up as she sat down, placing her heavy purse to the side as she began to stir her warm cup of coffee. “Can’t I just have a conversation with you as a friend?” I asked her, wondering why lately I haven’t been able to converse with many people.
“Sure,” she smile, taking a small sip of the coffee. “How have things been going in the interesting life of Mister Raymond Lam?”
“Troublesome,” I sighed. “Did you know that Steven sold the remaining shares from the smaller shareholders to Damian?”
“Really,” she replied with only a slight bit of surprise. “Why would he do that?”
“I don’t know. I haven’t got a chance to talk to him yet. For the past couple of months he’s been hiding out at Kenneth’s place. I rarely get to see him. I don’t know what his intentions are, what he’s planning, and why he’s doing this.”
“Maybe he needed the money?” Bernice suggested. “Not many people know this, but both you and I know that Steven has a thing with stocks and gambling.”
“It can’t be because of that. Steven hasn’t made a pit in years, and he wouldn’t be foolish enough to do this now. He must have a reason for this,” I replied, mumbling.
“Raymond,” Bernice sighed. “Everyone has a reason for everything they do, but you just never know if they are good or bad. Maybe Steven just needed the money to patch up some trades, or maybe he’s planning something else, who knows. My suggestion is, you should stop wondering, and worry more about how you’re going to make your next move with Damian now holding shares close to yours. Also, just a heads up, I won’t be giving my shares to you, mainly because I’ve suddenly found interest in your company.” A slim and devious smile followed her words.
Suddenly, something inside me forewarned a change in Bernice. The aura she gave off was no longer a warming brilliancy that allowed me to confide anything and everything to. No, this new aura of hers was something else, something so different it became shocking that such a change has happened. Again, I couldn’t help but question and wonder at her change.
“Excuse me, I have an appointment. I’ll talk to you again, sometime later.” She smiled as she left. Her trail left me in wonderment as I watched her leave the store.
When I saw her leave, it was then that the answer hit me hard. Ron, Ron Ng was the reason why Bernice was suddenly so different. Because of all the problems in my mind, I had completely forgotten about Bernice’s troubles with Ron and Nancy. But, was her love for Ron, her jealousy and rage for Nancy, really what caused all of this? Why? That was what I didn’t understand. Why would Bernice all of a sudden change, and worst, find interest in my company?
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[Nancy’s Point of View]
Our forks clicked against the plates as we both set them down in unison. I could still see that sliver of a smile glued to Tavia’s face as she leaned back in her chair. It’s been such a long time since we got a chance to sit down and eat together. Dinner was a rare occasion, and watching as my old time friend set her glass of wine down, I struggled to find words to say. We’ve been apart for so long, speaking casually became hard.
“You’re less talkative these days,” Tavia commented as she leaned in to speak.
“Maybe because of all the things that are going on. I don’t know where to start,” I replied. “But, I do really want to know. What are you planning to do?”
“About what?” she asked. “Raymond or the company?”
“Both.”
I saw her thinking for a moment, but behind all the distance we’ve had, we were still friends after all. She began to speak a short moment after. “I can’t lose Raymond, I’ll tell you that. I’m hoping that when everything’s done, he and I can still be together. As for the company, I admit I was once lingering between the thought of leaving it or not. I did think of letting it go, because I got so angry when I found out I’ve been lied to for twenty years.”
She paused, and during that pause I tried to process her every word. She’s been lied to for twenty years? Thinking back and forth, the only relation she had that long to anyone was either to her father, or her mother. But they were all dead, aren’t they?
“My father’s still alive Nancy.” She spoke as if reading my mind and answering my question.
“Did you guys talk?”
She shook her head sadly. “He looked me in the eyes and didn’t even know I was his daughter. I can’t blame him though, twenty years, I’ve changed so much.”
“So what are you planning on doing now with the company?”
“I don’t know. Maybe,” she stopped to think. “Give it back to its rightful owner, and then make a decision?”
“Basically, you’re still going to take AVC from the Lams, and now you’re giving it back to your dad and have him make the decision?”
She was quiet. For a moment there I couldn’t read the expression in her eyes. But after so thoughts, they again showed a window of clues into her mind. She suddenly smiled. “Enough about me, how have you been doing?”
I wanted to question her more, but knowing Tavia, pushing it further will lead me to nowhere. I sighed. “I’ve gotten back together with Ron, hopefully for real this time. We’re planning on keeping the child in my stomach, despite Bernice’s pleading that this was all a lie.”
“Nancy, you sound doubtful. Is something bothering you?”
“I was just considering the thought if Ron left me and went back to Bernice. I think I wouldn’t be hurt as badly because it’s already happened before. And when Bernice cried to me, she reminded me so much of myself when Ron left. I’m just not sure to trust the fact that he won’t change his mind again.”
“Things are different now. Before when he left you, we were so young then. But now, you’re carrying his son, if he left you it would hurt a million times more. Don’t have silly thoughts or considerations. Someone is bound to get hurt. You’ve already gotten your share of the pain. It’s fair to you that Bernice be the one to leave.”
“But I feel so bad for her,” I spoke in.
She immediately cut me off. “What does Ron think about this? Was he there when Bernice cried to you?”
I nodded. “He was there. And I know Ron, he has a hidden sympathetic side that no many knows about. When he saw Bernice cry so hard and pain so much over him, I could see the considerations in his eyes.”
“Well ignore those,” she spoke, placing her hand gently overtop of mine. “I know he cares about you a lot now, so much more than he did back then. Raymond once told me Ron cried over you. I’m thinking for someone like him, something like that never happened before.”
I only nodded.
“And Ron has a sympathetic side? I never knew that. I just thought he’s heartless and uncaring. He got a little better with you by his side, but still.”
I tried to smile a bit. “Yeah, he has sympathy and care hidden in him. I’m glad he does though because he gives me that protective feel but also the care that I need. Hopefully he’ll still be there for me when the baby comes.”
“Stop doubting,” Tavia smiled. “I’ve seen you hurt enough and it’s time you enjoy yourself for once. By the way, when will your baby be due?”
“In about two months,” I answered her.
Talking to Tavia again was refreshing. Maybe she was right. I should just stop doubting everything and live with it. Even though to me, having Ron by my side was too good to be true, I’d rather live in this fantasy with Ron than go back into awful reality.
Smiling, I looked down at my overgrown belly, wondering what it would be like to hold my baby close to me. I couldn’t wait. Despite knowing the pain that I’ll face when he comes, to me it’s all worth it. I rubbed my stomach gently as I heard Tavia’s gentle laughter in the background. I could feel the baby’s movements and stir, and I could feel its soft kick to my side. Praying to god, I just hope that all ends well.
End of Chapter 28...
Chapter 29 will also be updated on here.
Thursday, June 24, 2010
Hush, Hush by Becca Fitzpatrick
A/N: Hey, normally I don't review books, or even bother to really read them (more into fan fictions). But this book actually got me really hooked, and I wanted to say something about it because it is a good book but it doesn't get a lot of exposure, I think.
Okay, so this book title is called Hush, Hush. When I first saw the title I thought it sounded somewhat interesting and kind of cool, so I picked it up.
Hush, Hush is written about a normal girl living in the U.S.A., and how she meets a fallen angel that changed her life forever. The two main characters in here are Nora, the female lead, and Patch, the male lead.
Nora was just a normal girl when she suddenly met Patch in her science class. Suddenly, after talking to this mysterious new acquaintence, Nora's life was thrown into a confusing loop of twists and creepy events. She later finds out more about Patch due to a required science project, and soon found herself unknowingly yet strongly attracted to him. In many incidents he tried to kill her, purposely. But in many other incidents he was the one who saved her life. Nora then finds out from Patch's own mouth and the hidden truth that Patch was a fallen angel, and he was trying to kill her because he wanted to reach his dream and become human. He too soon fell for her without knowing why, and that was when his previous relationship with Dabria, another fallen angel, enters the picture. First Dabria tried to kill Nora because she wanted Patch, but then Patch came in and saved the day. Then Nora finds out she's a descendent of a line of Nephilims, half human half angel, and that was when the final twist came in.
Overall, this book was a satisfying read. I really enjoyed the twist at the end, after Nora found out about her family blood line, she tries to put the puzzle together and finally find who her creepy stalker is. The twist occured there and I thought it was rather nice. What really interested me more about this book was its origin. This book was actually a fan fiction for "Twilight" written by Stephanie Meyer. I thought that was cool, I'm a fan fiction writer and it's cool seeing a fan fiction get published.
Wednesday, June 16, 2010
Dragon Sabre Yi Tian Review
2009 - Mainland China Wuxia Production - Dragon Sabre Yi Tian
This series is yet another remake of "The Heavenly Sword and Dragon Sabre". For my review I will not be going into detail about the plot of the story since most drama viewers do know the plot already, I think. Now I will be comparing this series to previous productions that I've watched, such as the 1986 version with Tony Leung, and the 2003 version with Alec Su.
This new adaptation of the classic novel is pretty well, it gets to the main points of the story, but somehow when I watch it I feel that it lacks some major details that would be helpful. But overall, the change is ok and able to be delt with. What I liked a lot about the series is that it has beautiful scenes with extraordinary landscapes. The thing that I didn't like about this one compared to the last two was the fighting. In this 2009 version, CGI was used a lot more than the old ones and it really brought down the action, but again, it was able to be delt with while watching this series.
Now for the casts and characters:
Deng Chao as Zhang Wu Ji [4/5]
Now to my opinion, Deng Chao isn't really the typical image I had in mind for Zhang Wu Ji. I picture ZWJ as a handsome young man, but well Deng Chao isn't really high on looks compared to his predecessors (idk if I spelled it right). But, the one thing I really liked about Deng Chao was his acting. He made this ZWJ quite enjoyable, even though he's a lot rougher than the last two, and he doesn't reveal his feelings as easily as Alec in the 2003 version. Tony Leung's and Alec Su's ZWJ as a clean and handsome look and their costumes were great, but I'm guessing the producers wanted a more manlier, rougher ZWJ in this production, and so Deng Chao's ZWJ image is a much manlier version. But I personally didn't like his plain costume, but oh well. Deng Chao's acting in this series really covered the whole appearance aspect though, and in my opinion he is one of those actors who CAN act. So overall, he got a 4/5 from me.
Ady An as Zhao Min [5/5]
Honestly before this and "Autumn's Concerto", I didn't even know who Ady was. But after watching her performance in here, I totally love this actress. Ady is also one of those rare actresses who can really ACT. Her performance as Zhao Min was unbelievable, and she's probably my favorite compared to Alyssa Chia's and Kitty Lai's Zhao Min. She can pull off those poisonous glances, arrogant smirks, and tearful ragings very well. Also a good thing is that she can be and look very smart, but doesn't come off as an annoying smart ass. Her portrayal of this wicked but not evil role was great to watch. Ady can really bring out the funny and humor in her humorous scenes, especially with her awkward but rather funny expressions. Also she can perform those sad, or emotional scenes very well, and it looks very natural, so this is great. And, for Ady's costume I totally love her costumes way more than I did with Alyssa Chia's, and Kitty Lai's. Finally for some reason whenever I watch Ady in this series I just enjoy her on screen, and thus she's now my favorite Zhao Min, replacing Alyssa Chia only by a little bit. Overall I give Ady a five because of the costume, her acting skills, and her twists like random awkward expressions that yet somehow makes sense for the scenes. And her chemistry with Deng Chao was ok, but she did have to work a bit more to pull it off unlike previous actresses, but overall I liked it a lot.
Liu Jing as Zhou Zhi Rou [3.5/5]
Liu Jing isn't ugly, it's just that the way her costume, hairstyle, and make-up is in this series, it just makes her look awkward and stiff. To be honest Liu Jing's acting isn't nearly close to the league of Sheren Tang's and Gao Yuan Yuan's, but it was bearable. The way her storyline was written, it made her evil change rather expected but I couldn't pity her like I did with Sheren Tang's and Gao Yuan Yuan's, and from the very beginning Liu Jing didn't pull off as weak and innocent like her predecessors. Also, thought Liu Jing had nice chemistry with Deng Chao, they way she sweet talks to him just makes her evil change suck, no offense to fans. And Liu Jing doesn't look good with her Song Qin Shu like the others did. Also I have to say....Liu Jing is probably the SCARIEST Zhou Zhi Rou ever!!!!! I watched the wedding scene, and her expression was (excuse my language) scary as hell!!!! Which I guess is good in some view, but Sheren Tang pulled off the evil part way better, and Gao Yuan Yuan's scary isn't nearly as bad as hers. And...in one part of watching the series I honestly couldn't stop freaking out over the fact that Liu Jing turned blue!!!! Like her entire face turned BLUE!!!! Wow, also watching the way she litterally stabbed Ady's Zhao Min in the back in episode 39, holy crap!
Overall, this series was a good watch for me. Despite the manlier Zhang Wu Ji, it was a good change actually. And if we take away the awful scariness of Liu Jing's Zhou Zhi Rou, this series was great! The scenery was absolutely beautiful, and the storyline was adequate for an adaptation. Also Ady's Zhao Min just brightens up the screen and my day.
Tuesday, May 18, 2010
:: Unannounce Hiatus ::
So, first of all I was just wowed by all the sudden unannounced hiatus us TVB fan fiction writers have gone it. Well for me it's because I'm in high school now and wow it's so busy. Anyways, since summer is coming, I'm going to start updating again, and hopefully more frequently. ^_^ Also over the long time offline, I've made some posters and gotten a few ideas for some new fan fictions, so I might or might not post them. It just depends. Here are some I like. :D
I hope that more TVB writers and readers will come!!!! Hopefully Winglin will have more TVB works. ^_^
Monday, March 1, 2010
An Uninvited Date - 2010
OMG Check it out! I think TVB is finally attempting a step forward! I think...
^ Well at least this is an attempt. ^
TVB is finally doing a long awaited supernatural series! As we can see in here, Raymond will be playing some sort of a Satan or Devil-like character. Interesting. And he'll be with Tavia, also Bobby's in here, so this will be quite interesting. :D I'm really looking forward to this series,
and those red contact lenses on Raymond are like wow. He looks evil! But it's SOOO COOL!!!!
Thursday, February 25, 2010
Winglin Not Working, Fan Fiction Alternative
So as many of us fan fiction writers would know, winglin.net net is currently down for the time being. If I'm correct, this has been the longest time Winglin is down. For some people, the boredom, the habit, the craving to either read or post fan fiction is starting to get to them. I'm one of those, so...first off:
Does anyone know when winglin.net will be back or again?
Or is it on but it's just my computer being stupid?
~and~
Since Winglin is down, I've found a pretty good alternative. Now since we're TVB Addicts and look for TVB fan fictions, this site has some but not as much. Though I believe that if we get enough TVB Writers and readers on there, TVB will grow.
http://www.asianfanfics.com/
P.S. Please check out my story Luxe on there. ^_^ http://www.asianfanfics.com/index.php/story/view/646
Does anyone know when winglin.net will be back or again?
Or is it on but it's just my computer being stupid?
~and~
Since Winglin is down, I've found a pretty good alternative. Now since we're TVB Addicts and look for TVB fan fictions, this site has some but not as much. Though I believe that if we get enough TVB Writers and readers on there, TVB will grow.
http://www.asianfanfics.com/
P.S. Please check out my story Luxe on there. ^_^ http://www.asianfanfics.com/index.php/story/view/646
Saturday, February 13, 2010
~*~ Happy Chinese New Year ~*~
From Angelic: Hey! I wish you all a Happy Chinese New Year! Year of the Tiger! We just finished all our offerings and celebrations, it was quite fun. In the morning we're going to the temple, I might try to get some pictures! GONG XI FA CAI!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Tuesday, February 9, 2010
The Storm Warriors II - 2nd Trailer
Personal Note: I think this movie is awesome, and the fact with the star studded cast is like wow. By watching the trailer, it makes me psyched to watch it b.c. I'm a Charlene fan. Nicholas Tse's character in here kinda annoys me a bit, idk why I guess it's just the character. And OMG, Ekin's character, um...kinda spooked. But cool in a way too b.c. the script is that way. Finally the CGI effects are really nice in my opinion, even though they do over-exaggerate in some parts, like the armies fighting. The rest is nice!
I'll post a review for the movie once I find an english subtitled one. :D
Monday, February 8, 2010
14 Blades Trailers
Personal Note: I watched this trailer and I thought it looked like super cool. So I'm so bound on watching like ancient style action, and seeing Wu Chun in there just made me go "wee!" but then Kate showed up. Now I've never really been a fan of hers, but then I don't hate her either. I just think her acting needs more spice. I mean if Tavia starred in a movie I'll line up to watch that. ;D
Friday, January 29, 2010
ReNewal - Restarting Angelic Wings TVB
Hey! I know I haven't posted on my blog for a while! But I'm starting again, and maybe a bit more often too because I'm in a random jittery mood and I'm taking a writing class and my teacher supports this. LOL.
Also, I'm planning on working on another story along with "Luxe" but I have a couple in mind and I can't seem to pick one. So please take a look at these posters and some short ideas I threw out. Thanks so much!!!!!! :D ^_^
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Title: Finding Memory Lane
Story: Raymond loses his memory along with everything in his past that he held dear. Now after incidentally meeting this girl, his world begins to turn, causing him to question everything he knows. Can his love reform? Or will he accept the lie set forth for him?
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Title: Lucifer's Angel
Story: Determined to find the truth about his best friend's sudden death, Raymond Lam quites the Police Force in order to carry out his own inestigation. Little did he know that once he set foot into the brightly sunlit church, his life will change forever. What happens next was a series of paradox, doing the impossible, and one man's quest for truth will hit the biggest obstacle he'll ever face.
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Title: Velvet Skyline
Story: Four very different police teams thrown into an investigation that will reveal the ultimate truths. Three of the teams aren't human, and they will face the toughest challenge yet. Stranded on an island and their only hope for survival is to win a sadistic game. The only problem...only one person can leave alive...
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These ideas I got randomly, while watching TV. But Finding Memory Lane does seem a lot lik Autumn's Concerto but it's actually not the same story, sorry! Please vote on the poll to the side! Thank you so much once again! Also these stories are just a short explanation, I haven't fully started writing any so I'm not permanent, but these synopsis are the main idea. ^_^
Tuesday, January 5, 2010
Hins Cheung - Pu Guang
Special Thanks and Credits to HinsCheungVEVO
I love this song! Cool MV too! ^_^
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