My Cursed Mate

Kazandra also met up with Ingrid who had a wide grin on her face. They entered the car and drove off to Ingrid’s condominium where she had been staying.

“You look happy?” Ingrid narrowed her eyes at her friend who couldn’t stop smiling even after they had gone home and changed into more comfortable clothes.

“When have I ever been sad?” Kazandra returned the question before drinking the hot chocolate drink she prepared herself.

“But you look happier, is it Vega?” Ingrid moved closer to her friend and bumped her using her shoulder. “Did something happen?” Her gaze then racked her friend’s body.

Kazandra shook her head and smacked her friend’s forehead. “Stop your dirty thoughts.” She couldn’t stop smiling while thinking of the kiss they shared. It was something she waited for and after a long wait she could finally hold him in her embrace.Content (C) Nôv/elDra/ma.Org.

“I’m right then, something indeed happened.” Ingrid shook her head and leaned on the couch with both of her feet resting on the coffee table. “Are you really sure that he’s the one?”

Kazandra nodded. Never in her life has she been sure like she was now. The moment that she saw Vega, she already knew that he was her beloved. There was no doubt in her mind and it was even further proven when she saw him in person.

“I’ve been waiting for him and now that I found him, do you think I would pass the chance to get closer to him?” Her grip on the cup she was holding tightened. “Besides, those people still exist at this time so I can’t let my guard down.”

Ingrid fell silent with her gaze still on her friend. She gave her a hug and patted her back. No matter what Kazandra chooses, she would be there to support her friend.

“When will you be returning to Zaithan?” Ingrid asked with her face still on Kazandra’s shoulders.

“The day after tomorrow.” She raised her hand and caressed her friend’s arm. “Will you be coming with me?”

Ingrid sighed. “How come you are leaving already? You were just here for two months and now you are leaving. How heartless.”

Kazandra chuckled. “The café has been established and the managers are doing well. The collaboration with Empire is more important right now. Although I’ve informed Ravina, I wanted to be there to oversee the preparation.”

“You are really dedicated.” Ingrid pulled her body away and pinched her friend’s cheeks. “I won’t be coming with you but I might follow one of these days. I need to settle the spring edition of Matrix first before I can travel anywhere.”

“I’ll be waiting then and don’t forget to give me a call.” Kazandra returned her friend’s hug before she pulled away and rested for the night.

Her return to Zaithan came sooner and although Ingrid was sad that she wouldn’t see her friend for a long time, she was still there to send her off. They were currently at the airport with Anathos waiting for them.

“Good morning, Madame,” he bowed his head towards Kazandra and took the bags in her hands.

“Good morning. You should have not come. I can manage this by myself.” Kazandra couldn’t help but comment.

“You already forbid me from coming with you but I can’t let you travel alone.” Anathos answered with a straight face. Kazandra doesn’t know if it was common for bodyguards to be this stiff but Anathos was overly dedicated.

“Alright, I’ll listen to you.” She then looked back and gave her friend one last hug before she bid her goodbye.

After a day of rest, Kazandra went back to work. Anathos was already downstairs waiting for her. He opened the door and greeted her politely. She opened her tablet and checked on her tablet for the schedule that Ravina sent her. Kazandra shook her head at how full her schedule was but it was fine, once she finished all the things she needed to settle, she’ll have more time to be with Vega.

Just as she was alighting from the car, she could already hear a loud voice from inside the café. By the tone and volume of it, Kazandra could already guess who it was. Ravina already mentioned that the elderly man would come today.

Mr. Greg Ravione was one of their suppliers as well as customer. He was their main supplier of dairy products and eggs. As a supplier, he was a good partner but as a customer he was a bit picky and difficult to deal with.

“Good morning, Mr. Ravione.” She greeted as soon as she entered the establishment. She had a smile on her face and immediately approached the frowning old man.

“Oh, finally you are here!” Mr. Ravione’s face brightened when he saw who it was. He met the woman half way and gave her a hug. “I told you so many times that you should call me grandpa.”

“Grandpa,” she muttered which further pleased the old man. “What cake are you getting today?”

“I’d like to have your cheesecake but they are telling me that it isn’t ready yet. How are you supposed to do your business when your products are not available?” He frowned at Ravina and at the staff.

“It’s a bit too early yet grandpa. You know that we don’t open until 9 am so all of the cakes are still in the oven. It’s still 7:30 in the morning.” Kazandra argued with a soft voice that she only uses when talking with the old man.

“Oh, is that so? Alright then, please deliver my order and don’t forget my vanilla cream puffs drizzled with chocolate.”

“I understand. I will make sure that they get delivered to your home fresh and hot.” Kazandra looked at the staff and at the pâtissier who was also there to explain the situation to Mr. Ravione.

They returned to the kitchen after receiving the signal from the owner. Kazandra on the other hand escorted the old man outside and to his waiting car. After exchanging a few more words, Mr. Ravione finally left and the tense atmosphere inside the café eased.

“You really are our savior.” Ravina gave the woman a hug right after she entered the café once again.

“You are exaggerating. Anyway, let’s go back to work because we have a lot on our schedule today.” She patted Ravina’s back.

Her secretary went back to work mode after that. They went up to the café’s second floor where the office was and started with the documents. “Have you talked with our coffee supplier already?”

“Yes, we are already set to visit the plantation any time. We just need to inform them in advance so that they can prepare,” Ravina answered.

“Good.” Kazandra couldn’t wait for Vega to come.