AFTER having lunch, we left for the hospital. My mother joined us because I planned to stop by the supermarket later before going home.
I found my father asleep, his breathing deep and even. My heart ached as I looked at him. I sat quietly on the chair beside his bed. Gently, I took his hand and stroked it repeatedly. I didn't realize that tears were already streaming down my face. I bowed my head and cried silently beside him. "Olivia…" I quickly wiped away my tears and looked up at my father, who was smiling at me. "Father, it's good that you're awake. How are you feeling?" I asked in a broken voice. "I'm fine. You shouldn't have come home. What about your work in Manila?" “Father, you are more important than my work. Besides, I'm on leave from work. To take care of you here,” I smiled. I stroked his hand again so he wouldn't think anymore. “I'm strong now and can go out.” I nodded. “So you should follow your doctor's advice and take your medicine so you can get stronger and recover quickly.” “I'll follow your advice. You are my nurse!” I couldn't help but smile at him. After visiting my father, Marco took over my watch. Only one guardian could stay with the patient, and tomorrow, it would be my mother's turn to watch over my father. I wanted to stay, but my mother wouldn't allow it. She wanted me to rest for a few days, take care of things I needed to do before moving to the hospital. As I said, I took them to the supermarket to buy groceries and other things needed for the house. “Isn't this too much that we've bought?” My mother's face showed concern about the possible cost. “It's okay, Mom. Please get what you need, including things for the house and for Dad at the hospital.” “You said so, can I get some makeup?” Sofia asked, holding some lipstick and blush on in her hand. “What are you talking about, Sofia? Stop it, that's not important!” My mother reprimanded her. Our youngest just pouted and was about to put the items back in the container when I stopped her. “Put all of that in the basket, and then we'll go to the fruits,” I told her. She smiled at me. “Thank you, Ate!” The truth is, the money I saved was for them and for emergencies. I allocated all my savings and any extra money I had for this kind of thing, because it's hard to struggle when you have nothing. Especially since there's no one else who can help us. Besides, I still have a savings bank that I haven't touched yet, which is for me and my future travels. I was thinking of traveling alone and going to the countries I want to visit. But because I encouraged Kyla to save, we are now planning to travel together. “Olivia, is that you? You've changed so much. You're so beautiful now and so fair!” Sonya, one of our neighbors, greeted me. “Where else would she inherit that from but me,” mom chimed in. “You're so lucky with your children, Caridad. How is Baldo? When will he be discharged from the hospital?” “He's still there, and his sugar levels are being monitored. Hopefully, it will go down so we can be with him here,” my mother said. “I’ll bring Baldo some good luck for a quick recovery. I have to go now, I’m going to work in the field.”Sonya said goodbye. “Thank you, and be careful,” my mother replied, watching her leave. That night, I couldn't sleep. I couldn't fall asleep. Sofia slept in my mother and father's room, so I couldn't fall asleep even more. First, I thought about the work I left behind in Manila. I was determined to move here, but I hadn't given my official resignation yet. Besides, I haven't told Kyla yet. I was also thinking about Luke, who kept calling and texting me. So I decided to block him on all social media apps where he could contact me. I also sternly told Kyla not to give him my address. Another thing that bothered me was the man I met at the resto-bar. I only remember the name he gave me. But his hot kisses and touches lingered in my mind. I suddenly felt my cheeks burning. I couldn't stop the heat that flowed between my thighs. His soft touch made my heart beat fast and my body ignite. Especially when I remembered that hot encounter. I bit my lip and turned to lie down. I will never forget that night, where I surrendered my most treasured dignity to him. “Damn!” I softly hit my pillow. Why did I do that? What got into your head and made you agree to what he wanted? Until sleep took me, that strange man was still on my mind. I woke up and sat up straight from the continuous ringing of my phone. Kyla was calling. When I looked at the time, it was past seven in the morning. “Hello?” “Guess who, someone was looking for you last night here.” I went back from lying down and closed my eyes again. I knew she was coming home from her night duty, so she was being annoying early. “If it's Luke, I don't care. Didn't I tell you, don't tell him where I am?” “It wasn't Luke who was looking for you,” she said on the other line. I furrowed my brow. Who else could be looking for me besides Luke? “I don't have time, Kyla. I want to sleep more.” “Aren't you going to find out who it is?” she said, still lively. “Who is it?” “Anton is his name...” My chest suddenly tightened, and I went deaf at her words. I couldn't hear the details she said anymore because of my heart beating so loudly. "I don't know any Anton," I lied. "I think he's looking for you. He saw us at the restaurant the other day. You know, when you were crying because of your dad?" My brow furrowed even more. "Oh, so?" "I don't know, he just said he saw us somewhere. He recognized us because we were wearing our uniforms, so he knew we worked here." "Impossible, maybe he's just your stalker or a suitor?" "I wish it was that simple. He's gay, handsome, and hot! He even got my number!" I rolled my eyes. "Wait, did he mention my name?" "Yes, he said he was looking for a girl named Olivia." My heart pounded in my chest. Shit! I don't remember telling him my name? I bit my lip hard before speaking again. "Listen, if he comes back and asks for me, tell him you don't know me and that there's no Olivia working here." "Huh? Anton seems like a good boy, if I were you I'd choose him over that liar Luke!" "Just don't tell him where I am. Is that clear?" "Hmm, okay. But if he asks me out, I'm going to say yes. No regrets, okay?" My eyes rolled again, and I sighed. "Okay, fine! He's all yours!”My vision blurs slightly as I toss my hair, walking across the black tiled floor. I stride confidently, oblivious to anyone I bump into, lost in the powerful music. The spirit of the liquor fuels me, but I still carry myself with assurance.Reaching the center, I stop. I shake my head carefully and smile devilishly. I hear the crowd screaming and chanting. I begin to dance to the seductive music. I toss my purse aside, not bothering to look back.I slowly tease my skin with my fiery touch. I loosen my black spaghetti strap dress, shutting my eyes sensually. The people around me applaud, and though I'm aware of what I'm doing, I just want to have fun for a moment. I haven't felt this way in days.I only open my eyes when I feel a man in front of me. I look up, meeting his wide grin."Hi miss, need a company?" He holds a shot glass, letting one hand creep onto my small waist."Nope, I'm with some friends," I said softly, glancing towards the bar before returning my gaze to him.I smile
"Oh damn, you're so hot baby," I breathed, stroking her thigh as she moaned with pleasure."Make it harder, Anton..." she murmured, her name a whisper against my skin. A wicked grin spread across my face.I devoured what I needed to devour, inhaled the intoxicating scent that was her. My kisses were endless, a torrent of passion poured onto her.I pulled her towards me, ripping open her shirt without a second thought. Buttons flew across the floor, ignored as my hands found their way to her firm breasts."Oh, shit..." she gasped, but I quickly silenced her with my hand, continuing to move over her.I closed my eyes, lost in the pleasure she brought me. "Oh damn, satisfy me... satisfy me," I silently pleaded.A familiar voice kept trying to break through, but when I opened my eyes and met hers, a wave of disappointment washed over me. I quickened my pace, wanting it to be over. I had no desire to hold back, though my passion was waning."Aah!" I roared, pulling out and releasing my pl
My eyes ached as I forced myself to get up. My head was also pounding from the previous night's work.But I had to get up because today was my trip back to our province. I took a leave from work just to go home right away.I wore a simple shirt and pants which I paired with white sneakers. I stopped by a small restaurant to eat before heading to the airport.It had been years since I left our province to seek my fortune in Manila and utilize my nursing degree.At first, my parents wanted me to work in our town in Legazpi City, but I chose to work in Manila because the salary was higher there compared to our town.But just the other day, I received a call from my mother saying that my father's illness was getting worse and there was no one else they could rely on but me because my other siblings were still young.I let out a sigh as I waited for my flight to be called.Until I was interrupted by a call from my phone.It's Kyla.I answered her call, her voice cheerful.“Hi, I'm at the a
AFTER having lunch, we left for the hospital. My mother joined us because I planned to stop by the supermarket later before going home.I found my father asleep, his breathing deep and even. My heart ached as I looked at him.I sat quietly on the chair beside his bed. Gently, I took his hand and stroked it repeatedly. I didn't realize that tears were already streaming down my face. I bowed my head and cried silently beside him."Olivia…"I quickly wiped away my tears and looked up at my father, who was smiling at me."Father, it's good that you're awake. How are you feeling?" I asked in a broken voice."I'm fine. You shouldn't have come home. What about your work in Manila?"“Father, you are more important than my work. Besides, I'm on leave from work. To take care of you here,” I smiled. I stroked his hand again so he wouldn't think anymore.“I'm strong now and can go out.”I nodded. “So you should follow your doctor's advice and take your medicine so you can get stronger and recove
My eyes ached as I forced myself to get up. My head was also pounding from the previous night's work.But I had to get up because today was my trip back to our province. I took a leave from work just to go home right away.I wore a simple shirt and pants which I paired with white sneakers. I stopped by a small restaurant to eat before heading to the airport.It had been years since I left our province to seek my fortune in Manila and utilize my nursing degree.At first, my parents wanted me to work in our town in Legazpi City, but I chose to work in Manila because the salary was higher there compared to our town.But just the other day, I received a call from my mother saying that my father's illness was getting worse and there was no one else they could rely on but me because my other siblings were still young.I let out a sigh as I waited for my flight to be called.Until I was interrupted by a call from my phone.It's Kyla.I answered her call, her voice cheerful.“Hi, I'm at the a
"Oh damn, you're so hot baby," I breathed, stroking her thigh as she moaned with pleasure."Make it harder, Anton..." she murmured, her name a whisper against my skin. A wicked grin spread across my face.I devoured what I needed to devour, inhaled the intoxicating scent that was her. My kisses were endless, a torrent of passion poured onto her.I pulled her towards me, ripping open her shirt without a second thought. Buttons flew across the floor, ignored as my hands found their way to her firm breasts."Oh, shit..." she gasped, but I quickly silenced her with my hand, continuing to move over her.I closed my eyes, lost in the pleasure she brought me. "Oh damn, satisfy me... satisfy me," I silently pleaded.A familiar voice kept trying to break through, but when I opened my eyes and met hers, a wave of disappointment washed over me. I quickened my pace, wanting it to be over. I had no desire to hold back, though my passion was waning."Aah!" I roared, pulling out and releasing my pl
My vision blurs slightly as I toss my hair, walking across the black tiled floor. I stride confidently, oblivious to anyone I bump into, lost in the powerful music. The spirit of the liquor fuels me, but I still carry myself with assurance.Reaching the center, I stop. I shake my head carefully and smile devilishly. I hear the crowd screaming and chanting. I begin to dance to the seductive music. I toss my purse aside, not bothering to look back.I slowly tease my skin with my fiery touch. I loosen my black spaghetti strap dress, shutting my eyes sensually. The people around me applaud, and though I'm aware of what I'm doing, I just want to have fun for a moment. I haven't felt this way in days.I only open my eyes when I feel a man in front of me. I look up, meeting his wide grin."Hi miss, need a company?" He holds a shot glass, letting one hand creep onto my small waist."Nope, I'm with some friends," I said softly, glancing towards the bar before returning my gaze to him.I smile