MY jaw almost fell on the ground upon hearing that. It was worse than what I thought it was. He just used me and pretended that he liked me? How screwed up is that!

"Why that assh*le! He better not show himself to me or else..." Jasper was already infuriating in anger. I knew this because it was the first time I've ever heard him curse. Only Sab and I used cursing words, not him.

"Jasper..." I grabbed his hand, looking at him.

"Chastity, I won't let him get near you again. I swear that." He said to me firmly.

"That's good then. I'm glad everything's clear now." Skye said, turning around and leaving us.

I closed my eyes for a bit. And then, I felt Jasper's hand pulling me into a hug. "Chastity... I can't let him do that to you anymore... or anyone else here."

"Thank you, Jasper." I said, as tears rolled down my cheeks. I felt betrayed all of a sudden. I was so mad that I wanted to break things and shout on top of my lungs how much I hated him... how much I hated myself for actually believing in everything he said.

When Jasper released me from his hug, he wiped the tears from my cheeks with his hand. "I hate seeing you like this, Chas. I am so mad right now that I want to fracture his neck." I could see it in Jasper's eyes how much he meant everything he said. He was always like this everytime I was in a bad disposition.

"Don't hurt anyone because of me, Jasper." I told him.

"I can't promise you that." He said, looking at me.

"Jasper..."

"Alright. I'll try to... as long as that guy never crosses my sight." He said, gritting his teeth.

I smiled at him. If only I chose Jasper way before I even entered here... If only I didn't let that devil enter my life... If only.

****

WHEN the day of the voting came, I almost talked to everyone in the villa to vote me out of the show. I really couldn't stand being in the same house as that devil anymore. But unfortunately, the staff told us that starting this week, the voting would be in the hands of the viewers of the show. Great!

I wasn't even expecting that I'd still stay, but the moment that Victoria announced my name as one of the survivors, I almost fainted. Why would people still want me here? I sighed. Cheska and Bobby were the ones eliminated that night. I saw Hardin with an upset look on his face, seeing his friend leave the villa. But more than that, I couldn't believe people still voted for that devil. Maybe the editors didn't air that part where Skye told the truth about Tristan just pretending to like me.

I was planning to speak up about the truth as soon as the video would be live. In that case, they wouldn't be able to cut the video anymore. Yes, I was planning to rebel. I was playing Katniss Everdeen here remember? Oh and I was also planning to run away from this villa, if only it wasn't surrounded by guards outside. I sighed in frustration.

"Hey, a penny for your thoughts?" Someone poked my head. I was glad when I saw Sab and Jiro beside me.

"Hey, what's up?" I greeted them.

"I should be the one asking you that, Chas." Sab answered in return.

"Hmm... let's see. Aside from the fact that I failed with my plan to be voted off the show, there's nothing else I've got to tell you." I told her.

Jiro smiled. "Maybe the people outside likes you, Chastity."

"Or maybe... the staffs didn't let the people outside see what's really happening inside this damn show." I cursed out loud again.

Sab tapped my shoulder. "Chas, do you know why Jasper never had a serious relationship before?"

"Because he loves to flirt with every other girl?" I answered in question.

She shook her head. "Because she's actually in love with a girl whom he thinks would never love him back."

I blinked at her. "W-what? What kind of girl would not want Jasper as their boyfriend?"

Sab smiled. "Think harder, Chas. See you inside."

Jiro waved at me, as they both entered inside again. Meanwhile, I was still left there with questions in mind. So Jasper was actually in a one-sided love all this time? Who was that lucky girl?

****

THE next day, I was more than glad to know that girls get to pick their partners for the whole week. Of course, without much hesitation, I picked Jasper. We were informed that we'll be going for an out of town trip again. "Summer Hill, here we come." Jasper exclaimed, carrying our bags on his back and both his hands.

"Jasper, I told you I can just carry my bags." I told him off.

"Hey, don't underestimate my muscles." He bragged so I smacked his head lightly. "Aww."

I just smiled at him, as he laid the bags inside the trunk of the van. Just then, I caught someone looking at me from a distance. I saw Tristan with Skye approaching their van which was infront of ours. Skye was already pulling his arm, but he was still looking at me. I dropped my gaze at him when Jasper called me. "Chas, come on in."

I walked my way inside and saw Sab and Jiro already sitting on the backseat. "I'm glad we get to choose where to ride on." Sab remarked, looking at Jiro who just smiled back. They're so adorable.

"Chas, sit!" Jasper tapped the seat next to him so I moved close to him. "You wanna sit beside the window?"

I shook my head. "I'm fine here."

"You alright?" He asked me. He must've noticed my sudden change of mood again. Ugh. That devil!

"I'm alright." I smiled at him. Then, I suddenly remembered what Sab told me yesterday so I decided to ask him. "Hey, I wanna ask you something."

Jasper lifted his brows in question. "What's that?"

"Sab told me yesterday that you're actually in love with someone so you've never had a serious relationship before. Is that true?" I asked giddily.

Jasper's eyes widened, turning to Sab at the back. I saw Sab laughing silently with Jiro. "W-well... that's... true." He confessed, stutteringly.

"Hmmm..." I leaned closer to him. "Who is she? Do I know her? Is she pretty, smart and kind?"

Jasper looked at me. That's when I noticed that our faces were so close at that time. I gulped down. He moved his index finger on my forehead, pushing my face away from him. "She's nothing like you, that is."

I crinkled my nose, frowning at him. "Right. Well goodluck to you! You'd never have her if you keep your feelings to yourself."

"Mmm-hmm. I agree." Sab commented, smiling.

"I second that." Jiro said, raising his hand up.

"Can you just all mind your own business?" Jasper said in annoyance.

I smiled at his expression. Whoever that girl is, I swear she's one lucky itch.

****

WHEN I woke up from the long ride, my head was resting on Jasper's shoulder. I also noticed that a jacket was wrapped over me which I knew was Jasper's. He must've noticed my sudden movement because I heard him speak beside me. "You're awake?"

I lifted my head up and nodded at him. "Are we there yet?"

He shrugged. "Just sleep here." He said, tapping his shoulder. "I'll wake you up when we get there."

I looked outside. It was already afternoon. I turned to Sab and Jiro at the back. They were both sleeping with their heads resting on each other. "They're so cute." I commented, causing Jasper to look behind him.

"I already warned Jiro that if he ever broke my sister's heart, I'll kill him." He said with a balled fist.

I stifled a laugh. "Hey, you're really gonna go that far? You wanna live your life on jail?"

He paused. "I guess not. But still..."

I held his hand. "I don't think Jiro will ever break her heart."

He nodded. Then, he turned to me with a serious look. "Chastity."

"Hmm?" I looked at him.

He shook his head. "Nothing. I'm just glad that you're here with me."

I frowned at him. "Hey, where is that cheesiness coming from again?"

"I mean it." He said, still in a serious mode.

"Oh-kay, Jasper what do you want?" I crossed my arms over my chest, waiting for his answer.

"I just..." He stopped, as if he was hesitating to speak.

"What?"

"I want you to stay away from Tristan from now on. I don't wanna see you cry again."

I swallowed hard, avoiding his gaze. "I am already avoiding him, Jasper. I've been planning of running away from the villa so many times now."

"He's really a jerk. Just thinking about him makes me so mad." He said, clenching his fists again.

"Hey! Don't get so affected. I don't want you to turn into a bad guy because of someone... especially because of him. You're so much better than that, Jasper."

He sighed, nodding. "Alright."

****

WHEN we reached the cottages in Summer Hill, it was already 6 pm. We all carried our bags to our respective rooms. Sab and I got to share a room so I was really glad at that time. After dinner, they allowed us to sleep in our rooms. We had no activity for that evening. I decided to go out for a while, since Sab was already fast asleep again.

I saw Patrick and Mino sitting on a wooden bench just outside our cottage so I made my way towards them. Patrick stopped playing his guitar when I reached them. "Oh, Chastity, what brings you here?" Mino asked me, grinning.

"I just can't sleep yet." I answered, sitting next to them.

"Ah. You must've fallen asleep during the whole ride." Patrick said, as if reading my mind.

I nodded at him. "Why'd you stop playing? I wanna hear more of your music."

Mino motioned Patrick to start playing again. "Here's something we've been working on." Mino said, clearing his throat.

I creased my brows. "Working on? For what?"

"You know, for the grand ball. Just in case we get to that point." Mino answered, winking.

"Grand ball?" I asked again.

"There will be a grand ball next week and we'll be showcasing our talents." Patrick answered.

"Oh crap. I wished I've already been kicked out by then." I told them, causing them to laugh.

"We doubt that." Patrick said, as he started to strum some chords.

"Okay here it goes... this song is for the loneliest person in the villa, Chastity Gomez." Mino said, closing his eyes dramatically. I punched his arm lightly, causing him to open his eyes again.

I remained quiet on my seat, as I listened to the lyrics of the song. It was as if it was really meant for me. I looked at them. Patrick just smiled at me, as he continued to play the guitar.

"Who hurt you again? Please tell me.

Now your face is always gloomy

I wanna see your smile again

Please don't hide it anymore

Remember we're just here for you."

I bit my lip after realizing the whole point of the song. I didn't know why, but I just knew that it was really for me. After that, they both looked at me and smiled. "Chastity, what do you think?" Mino asked me.

"It's... amazing." I commented.

"You're not just saying that, are you?" Patrick asked me this time.

I shook my head.

"Just like what the song says, we're just here Chastity, alright?" Patrick told me.

I just nodded. "Thank you guys."

****

A/N: Does anyone recognize the lyrics of the song? ;)

~stayGOLD