Lahat ng Kabanata ng Pantalon Mong May Bakat: Kabanata 31 - Kabanata 40

Lexie's POV "You're kidding, right?" I gave him a look, setting my fork down. I was just trying to enjoy my breakfast, and here he was, bringing this up again. I mean, seriously? After everything last night? Yeah, I followed him to his hotel suite—don't ask me why. Maybe I was weak, or maybe I just didn't feel like saying no to him. "I already treated you to dinner. Why are we still talking about this?" Drew just smirked, leaning back like he had all the time in the world. "Well, for one thing, that wasn't exactly the kind of dinner I had in mind," he said, looking way too smug. "Takeout from our favorite restaurant, eating on your balcony—not that I'm complaining." "So, what exactly are you saying right now?" I asked, giving him a suspicious look. Ngumiti siya nang buo, 'yung tipong walang babaeng makakatanggi. "Well, I want to renegotiate the terms of our agreement." Umiling ako habang humihigop ng kape. "I don't think I like where this is going." Saglit akong tumigil bago

Lexie’s POV Kinabukasan, bigla akong nakatanggap ng tawag from Dione. She wanted to hang out before my flight back to New York tomorrow. We decided to meet at this café near my apartment—our go-to spot whenever we were in Mykonos. Pero now that I’m here, parang gusto ko na lang umatras. The way she was looking at me, parang binabasa niya yung thoughts ko like an open book. “What?” I huffed, rolling my eyes at her. She gave me a weird look, her eyes scanning my outfit before locking onto my face. “You do know we’re in the middle of summer, right? Anong kabaliwan yung nag-possess sa’yo para mag-turtleneck sa init na ‘to? Are you okay?” Speaking of my outfit, parang nagluluto na ako sa sariling pawis. But I had no choice—may malaking hickey sa leeg ko, courtesy of her older brother last night. Not that I was ever gonna admit that to her. “I just felt like wearing one.” Dione narrowed her eyes. “Are you all right, Lex? You’re sweating on purpose.” Mabilis kong pinahiran yung

I took a sip of my iced coffee, refusing to acknowledge his presence. But even without looking, I could feel it—the way he kept glancing at me every now and then. It was annoying. Worse, it was making me feel things I had no business feeling. Habang nag-uusap si Dionne at ang kapatid niya, kunwari akong abala sa pagtingin sa tanawin sa harapan namin. Pero ang totoo? Every single word ng usapan nila, rinig na rinig ko. “That’s odd,” Dionne said, crossing her arms. “Who are you meeting today?” Drew shot her a glare. “Why are you being nosy today? Just a while ago, you were talking crap about me to your friend.” “I did not!” she huffed, looking offended. “I heard you, woman.” His sharp blue eyes locked onto his sister before shifting briefly in my direction. Napakabilis ng pag-iwas ko. No way in hell was I making eye contact with him. Alam kong kapag nagtagpo ang mga mata namin, mahihila na naman ako sa bitag niya. And I refused to give him that satisfaction. “Don’t mind my

Lexie’s POVBigla akong natigilan. I knew he was just teasing, but the way he phrased it made me feel like he was digging for something. I let out a nervous laugh. “Not exactly. I just needed some time away.” “Right,” he mused, but there was a knowing look in his eyes. “Well, whoever he is, he has an interesting taste in gifts. Ares, the god of war, for your boss? Sounds like a challenge.” Napangiti na lang ako, trying to play along. “Or maybe he just thought you’d appreciate something unique.” “Hmm. I’ll take that as a compliment,” he said, leaning back in his chair. “Anyway, I should let you get back to work. Thanks for the gift, Lexie. It was unexpected but… amusing.” I nodded, watching as he stood up. “You’re welcome, Mr.—I mean, tristan” He grinned before walking out of my office, leaving me exhaling in relief. That was close. “Anyway,” he continued, “the reason I came to your office is that I heard from Kimberly that you’re friends with Drew Spiridakou. Is that tru

### **Lexie’s POV** I glanced at my watch again. *Shit.* There was still time before the interview. I silently prayed that Drew would be late para hindi ako mapunta sa alanganing sitwasyon. I didn't understand why I was feeling on edge while waiting for Luke. *Baka nag-o-overthink lang ako,* I reasoned with myself. But just when I thought I could get away with it... *"Lexie. Sorry to keep you waiting."* Napapikit ako sa inis at napamura nang mahina sa isip ko. *Putangina talaga.* Of all the times, ngayon pa siya naging maaga. I slowly turned around and saw Drew walking towards me. His eyes were locked on mine, but there was a slight edge in them. *Great. Just perfect.* The last thing I wanted was for him to misunderstand the situation between me and his cousin. I forced a nervous smile. "You can pick the spot for the interview," I offered quickly, trying to avoid his eyes. *"I just need to meet someone first. It won’t take long, promise."* His eyes narrowed slight