The Billionaire's Wish

17-Past and Present

That same night at the beach, Lance and Cassie agreed that she would stay hidden at home until they devised a solution to their problem. A disguise is also needed as a precaution. Lance even flew in his stylist friend from Manila to complete the look. Cassie's black curly hair was straightened and bleached to strawberry blonde. A complete make over was done. Her tanned skin also helped with her disguise as she was very pale when she met Lance.

Even her entire wardrobe was changed and was ordered online. The clothes will be delivered to their penthouse. Yes, their penthouse. Lance felt the need to buy a new one to ensure that no one will know where Cassie is. Also, other people had access to his previous address and that is a risk that Lance doesn't want to take.

On the day of their flight back, Lance ensured that the private plane would land in a secluded part of the airport where their Limo awaits. This is to ward off the paparazzi that were reported to be swarming outside his office because of his scandalous breakup with Lindsay.

Lance was not given a chance to tell Cassie about Lindsay. He was still waiting for the right time, as he does not want to add up to her worries. Actually, he forgot about her and only remembered when they talked about her past with Miguel.

For Lance, everything that concerned Lindsay was irrelevant. All that matters to him was how to protect his Cassie.

"Honey, I said goodbye to Nanay and Tatay. She was still crying when I left her room. She said she does not want to see you go."

"She's such a drama queen babe."

"She's just emotional because she loves you and will miss you."

Lance hugged Cassie as she had been very warm and loving to his yaya/nanny whom they called Nanay.

"I'll just say my goodbye then we'll be off. You can wait by the boat. I think Anselmo is there crying. Haha."

"Go on. Don't be such an ass!" And she swatted his ass for emphasis.

"You'll pay for that!" Lance teasingly promised and then proceed to go to his yaya's room.

"Hahaha. You wish! Hey Anselmo!" And Cassie went to the dock to bid her farewell to her new friend.

"Mam Kassee, magingat po kayo palagi." Take care always. He was actually sniffing and not looking at Cassie to hide his tear filled eyes.

"Thanks Anselmo. I will. You too. Take care ok? And practice on your English so when I return you won't have any more nose bleed."

"Si Mam pani rin samtayms."

"Haha. I learned from the best. Thanks for your friendship Anselmo. Hope to see you again."

"Walang anuman Mam. Alagaan nyo rin po si Ser. Mahal nya po kayo." You're welcome Ma'am, take care of Sir, He loves you.

"I know. And Mahawl ko reen sha."

"Oh come on, stop with the drama. Hey Anselmo! Alagaan mo si Nanay at Mang Pilo ha. Pag may problema tawagan nyo lang ako kaagad. Salamat." Call me whenever you have a problem here. Thank you.

"Ser Lance, don't wori I will." And they shook hands then Lance pulled Anselmo for a brotherly hug.

"Bye for now!" Lance carried Cassie to the boat and they waved their goodbyes.

As their island came out of view, Cassie cannot help but feel sad and scared that they are now leaving their paradise to go into a jungle. A jungle filled with predators and hungry vultures.

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They reached California at four in the morning, the new penthouse was not yet ready when they arrived and they had no choice but to go to his old home. Both of them was so tired from the trip especially because of the several make out and made love sessions they did at the private plane.