Jay's POV
My eyes widened in disbelief.
"CEO…?" I whispered.
Kuya Angelo nodded calmly.
"Yes. Keifer Watson is now officially the heir and CEO of the Watson Empire."
For a moment I just stood there, processing everything.
Keifer had told me he went to London to settle family matters, but he never mentioned something this big.
Angelo continued speaking.
"He fought for that position. It wasn't handed to him easily. He proved to everyone in his family that he deserves it."
I felt a strange mix of emotions—pride, surprise, and happiness.
"And most importantly," Angelo added, looking straight at me, "he has the power to protect you now."
My chest tightened.
"You remember what happened before," he said quietly.
Of course I remembered.
The kidnappings. The threats. The fear.
Those enemies had used me to get to Keifer.
"But now," Angelo continued, "things are different. He has security, influence, and control. No one can easily harm you again."
He paused for a moment.
"And honestly… I believe no one will take care of you better than him."
Hearing that from my strict older brother meant a lot.
My eyes softened.
"Thank you, Kuya," I said sincerely.
Angelo nodded slightly.
"So," he asked again, "do you want to go?"
A huge smile spread across my face.
"Yes."
"When?"
"Tomorrow."
He raised an eyebrow.
"Tomorrow?"
I nodded excitedly.
"I already know my answer."
Angelo shook his head with a small amused smile.
"You really love him."
"I do."
"Then go pack your things."
Before he could say anything else, I rushed forward and hugged him tightly.
"Thank you Kuya!"
He awkwardly patted my head.
"Just don't forget you still have a home here."
"I won't," I said softly.
Then I ran straight to my room.
The moment I closed the door, I grabbed my phone and immediately opened Keifer's chat.
My fingers moved quickly.
Chat Conversation
Jay:
KEIFER ARE YOU AWAKE
A few seconds later the typing bubble appeared.
Keifer:
For you? Always.
Keifer:
Why are you typing like the house is on fire?
Jay:
I just talked to Kuya Angelo
There was a pause.
Keifer:
…
Keifer:
He knows?
Jay:
Yes he saw us today
Keifer:
Great
Keifer:
So when is my funeral?
I rolled my eyes at the screen.
Jay:
Stop being dramatic
Keifer:
I'm serious Jay. Angelo scares me.
Jay:
He didn't kill you
Keifer:
Yet
I laughed softly.
Jay:
He asked if we are in a relationship
Keifer:
And?
Jay:
I told him the truth
Keifer:
You're brave
Jay:
Wait until you hear the shocking part
Keifer:
Now I'm nervous
Jay:
He asked if I want to LIVE WITH YOU
There was no reply for almost ten seconds.
Then suddenly—
Keifer:
WHAT
Keifer:
Jay stop joking with me
Jay:
I AM NOT JOKING
Keifer:
You're serious?
Jay:
Yes
Keifer:
And what did you say?
I smiled while typing.
Jay:
I said yes
Three dots appeared again.
Then another message.
Keifer:
Jay… I'm literally smiling like an idiot right now
Jay:
You already are an idiot
Keifer:
Rude
Jay:
Honest
Keifer:
So tomorrow?
Jay:
Tomorrow morning
Keifer:
I'll come pick you up
Jay:
Promise?
Keifer:
Jay I would cross oceans for you
Jay:
You are so cheesy
Keifer:
But you love it
Jay:
Maybe a little
Keifer:
Just a little?
Jay:
Okay fine a lot
Keifer:
Good because you're stuck with me forever now
My heart fluttered reading that.
Jay:
Forever sounds nice
A moment passed before another message popped up.
Keifer:
Jay?
Jay:
Yes?
Keifer:
Are you nervous?
I paused before answering.
Jay:
A little
Keifer:
Don't be
Keifer:
You're not leaving home
Keifer:
You're just coming to another one
My heart melted.
Jay:
You're making me emotional now
Keifer:
Good
Keifer:
Because tomorrow when I pick you up I'm not letting you go back
Jay:
Possessive much?
Keifer:
Very
Jay:
You're impossible
Keifer:
And yet you love me
I smiled at my screen.
Jay:
Unfortunately yes
Another message appeared.
Keifer:
Jay
Jay:
Hmm?
Keifer:
I love you
My chest warmed.
Then another message followed.
Keifer:
I love you Jay… until the scientists find the end of the universe
I stared at the message for a moment, my heart feeling unbelievably full.
Jay:
I love you too Keifer
Keifer:
Sleep well my future roommate
Jay:
Good night my shameless idiot
Keifer's POV
I stared at the phone screen long after Jay's last message.
She was really coming tomorrow.
For years my life had been filled with chaos—family conflicts, enemies, business battles.
But tonight everything felt peaceful.
Jay trusted me enough to move in with me.
I leaned back against the headboard of my bed, running a hand through my hair.
"Tomorrow," I murmured.
My mind immediately began planning.
Security arrangements.
Preparing the house.
Making sure everything was perfect for her arrival.
Because if Jay was coming to live with me…
Then she deserved the safest and happiest home possible.
I smiled to myself.
Tomorrow morning couldn't come fast enough.
For the first time in a long while, I closed my eyes feeling completely calm.
Tomorrow, I would finally bring Jay home. ❤️