Book #1 of the Campus Sleuths' Series.
Annaliese Gracielle Lobris, daughter of a famous politician and heiress to a wealthy fortune, is determined to finally break free from her parents' control - even if it meant teaming up with her equally rich ri...
"Reagan Iñigo Maccio, would you care tell us more about what happened yesterday in Castillo High??"
It was a festive Wednesday night by the Marquez mansion as dozens of reporters and journalists flocked the main gates of the residence, cameras flashing here and there as everyone wanted to get a glimpse of the socialites entering the large manor, particularly now that Rein and his father had stepped out of their fancy vehicle, wearing dashing tuxedos that would make anyone swoon.
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"Here! Here!" One cameraman said frantically, trying to catch Rein's attention who stood up straight, one hand smoothing his black tie, and the other hand in his pocket.
The family stylist was careful to hide Rein's bruises, except for the fresh cut on his cheek that his father had given him yesterday. Despite this, it was almost unrecognizable as Rein's features and dimple were highlighted instead. His messy hair was styled and tousled as well in a neat manner; and as he walked past the paparazzi, everyone's heads and cameras turned at once.
Nang dumating na sa pinaka-entrance ang mag-ama ay hinawakan ng matanda ang kaniyang anak sa balikat.
"Remember to behave." Mr. Maccio said in a steely tone before raising his shoulders to adjust his coat as he and Rein faced the formal photographer who took their photo for the event.
"I'm seventeen." Rein shot back under his breath. "Not five."
His father didn't reply anymore as the bodyguards ushered them inside. The Marquez mansion was decorated in a flurry of flowers and sheer banners with a theme for the color champagne. As soon as one would enter the double doors of the entrance, agad na bubungad ang pinaka-main hall ng mansyon. Two grand staircases from both sides led up to a small terrace on top, and every pillar or table was ornamented with a marble vase filled with fresh flowers, or various colorful limestone statues.
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