Chapter 68

Because of Caitlyn Soriano's cryptic post on Instagram, the leaked photos of Joshua Socorro and the mystery girl in Daebak Park also went viral. Everybody wondered who the mystery girl is, and what is the real score between her and the actor. The fans have mixed reactions about the news. Most of them are curious about the mystery girl, and they are also glad that their favorite celebrity has already moved on. There are also those who are skeptic if the girl is deserving of someone like Joshua Socorro. Others reacted about JoshLyn. Some were mad at Caitlyn because until now, she still hasn't moved on about the breakup. There are also those who understood her, especially because the breakup was just a few months ago. But there are also those who are hoping that the two will get back together. Joshua is confused about the reactions of the netizens on the issue. That's why he went to consult Ria about it. Coincidentally, she is in Pure Act Café that time to finalize the partnership of their restaurant and the distillery she owns with her cousins. Joshua had the chance to talk to her after the meeting. Good thing James is busy with another business, so he and Ria were left alone. "Why is this happening?" Joshua asked. "Isn't it that people should be supportive with my new love life because I can't be rumored with another woman? But there are people who even hopes that me and Caith will get back together. And some are even asking if Carla is deserving enough to be my girlfriend like, what the heck!" "Hey! Easy!" Ria told her friend. "Hypertensive? You just want to go to the hospital to see Dr. Carla." "I'm serious, Ri. I'm not even sure how Carla is handling this stress." Ria did not answer. She knows exactly the answer to Joshua's question because she met Carla just yesterday, but she did not bother telling Joshua how worried Carla is about her being Joshua's girlfriend. "And I am the reason why she's stressed right now." Joshua sighed because of frustration. "Okay... I'm sorry for being quite insensitive. I just want you to relax a bit. You're getting hyped again," Ria said. Joshua just looked at her, though he's a little bit calmer than earlier. "But I understand you. I guess, that's how it is when you're in love," said Ria. "But you're right. You should not be rumored with another girl, and other people should not even think of supporting your pairing with another person other than your red thread." "But why is it like this?" "Foul play." Joshua was stunned. So that means... "You're right. Someone is plotting against you or Carla or your relationship with her – or rather, your relationship with the mystery girl." "But that was... evil." He tried looking for a less harsh word for that, but his emotions could not make him think of such word. "Sometimes, free will makes us do not-so-appropriate things," Ria said. "But yes, someone is using your viral photos for their gain. I have a feeling it has something to do with your old... flame." Joshua does not want to think bad about Caith, because somehow, he has loved her before. But he can't think of another person who could benefit from what is happening other than her. He has not heard of her since they broke up, and only now has she gained the public's interest again because of her post on Instagram. "I'm not saying this because I know she has a record of doing something... unkind but based on her recent post on Instagram... Unless, someone posted on her behalf, which is more possible than thinking that she still hasn't moved on yet from you." Impossible. Joshua is positive that even before they broke up, Caith does not love him anymore. Because if she is still in love with him, then she cannot fool him and keep her secret relationship with Tony. She still doesn't like to think that Caith is a bad person, although a part of him is beginning to feel doubtful about that belief. "As a Cupid, no one will also fall in love with you aside from your red thread," Ria said. "Well, at least we know that," Joshua said. "But not everyone knows that." Joshua suddenly felt nervous. That's when he realized that Carla does not have any idea about his immunities as a Cupid. She doesn't even know that he is a Cupid, or the reality that there are Human Cupids in the world they live in. "Have you checked on Carla recently?" Ria asked. "I mean, yeah, you might have talked to her just a while ago, but have you really asked her about how she feels about everything that is going on now?" "No," Joshua honestly confessed. "You might want to talk to her about these issues." Joshua nodded. He is definitely making that his priority. ************************************************************************ 'Sometimes I feel so stupid for making myself believe that we still could be together. That there's still a chance for us to be 'us'. I just could not make myself give up." Another viral post from Caitlyn Soriano. Again, it has received mixed reactions from the fans and the netizens. Because even those who are not really a fan of Joshua Socorro and Caitlyn Soriano are getting involved in the issue of the former reel and real-life couple. Just like Carla. Well, she has another reason why she's wasting her time reading these posts. She's Joshua Socorro's girlfriend. She's the mystery girl that everyone is talking about. She feels sad with what is happening. Of course, she wants to be happy, and she wants to be with that person that makes her happy. But how could that be? Someone is getting hurt because of her happiness. Whatever happiness she's feeling is being matched by the sympathy she feels for Caitlyn Soriano. Why should there be such sad part on her and Joshua's love story? Can't they only have happy moments? Why should someone be hurt with the happiness she feels? Why does she have to feel guilty just by loving someone? Maybe because nothing is perfect in this world? And her relationship with Joshua is so perfect it needs something to taint its perfection and make it more real. That they feel too much happiness that needs to be stopped for a while. But how could it be? How can it not be a perfect relationship if Joshua Socorro is the perfect boyfriend? Well, at least for Carla. Like how he suddenly came that morning to pick her up from her night shift. 'Good morning!" he greeted with a smile as he went to her. They are now in front of TGH, and luckily there are only a few people there. It's just the security guard and some hospital staff who are busy doing their morning routines. It's just a few minutes past seven and it's a weekend. Joshua was about to kiss her on the cheeks, but Carla suddenly felt conscious she stepped back. Joshua frowned at her. 'I don't think that's a good idea," Carla said. 'I came from a 16-hour shift, you know." 'You smell okay to me." Joshua grinned. Carla doesn't feel the same. 'I came from the hospital and who knows what microbes I've been exposed." Joshua gave her a questioning look, but he didn't verbalize his question. It was Carla who actually asked him. 'Why are you here this early?" Joshua smiled again. 'I came to pick you up." 'You didn't tell me you'll do that." 'Because it was a surprise." There goes her guilt again. How can she be totally happy knowing someone out there is hurting because of the very reason she is happy? 'Come! I need to show you something." Joshua did not bother waiting for her answer. He grabbed her hand and took her to his car. 'I'll just disinfect my car later. Will that be okay?" Joshua asked after opening the door to the passenger seat. Carla scowled at what he said. He's definitely teasing her. She just went inside the car and kept quiet. The first thing they did was order coffee from The Coffee Club drive-thru. Joshua also ordered some sandwiches for her to eat. See how perfect he is? She doesn't even need to ask. He already knows what she needs. Carla just ate while Joshua is driving. He asked her how her shift had been. She just said it was okay, then continued eating. Maybe he sensed that she's not in the mood to talk, so he just let her eat. Instead, he just told her what happened to him in Pure Act Café, and the new contents he did for his Youtube channel. Fifteen minutes later, they arrived at a two-story house. The property is spacious, and the garden is beautifully landscaped. Although the house really looks abandoned because some plant leaves are brown already. Joshua's car stopped in front of the main door of the house. 'Let's get in." Before Carla could answer, Joshua already removed her seatbelt, then went out of the car. Carla has no choice but to follow him inside.