Walang lakas, at ang natitira ay halos maubos na rin, ilang hakbang na lang ang layo ni Osiris sa kanyang sasakyan ngunit parang napakalayo pa rin niya at hindi kayang marating ang napakalapit.
Samantala, bago pa bumuhos ang malakas na ulan ay nakapunta na sa kwarto sina Legacy at Summer. Walang makakapigil sa kanilang nag-aalab na damdamin at pagkikiskisan ng mga sabik na labi habang paakyat sa hagdan, hindi pinapansin ang mga nagpaparty sa bahay ni Legacy.Hindi alintana ng mga ito ang lakas ng ulan dahil natatalo o nalalamangan ito ng malakas na party music na siyang nagpapasigla lalo slalo sa kanila kahit na lulong na sa party pills at lunod sa iba't ibang klase ng alak na kanilang iniinom.Si Osiris na nasa labas ay ngayon ay sinasabayan ng mata ang pagbuhos ng ulan sa kaniyang katawan. Ngayon lamang siya nasaktan ng ganito. Mayroong pagsisisi at pagkamuhi hindi sa babae ngunit sa kaniyang sarili.Kung sinilang lang sana siyang mayaman at bilyonaryo baka sakaling magustuhan siya ni Summer. Gusto man niyang ipagmalaki kay Summer na siya na ang bagong CEO ng CASE Inc. ng namayapang si Mr. Cesar, alam niya sa sarili niya na hindi nagmula sa dugo't pawis niya ang yamang ito, bigla na lamang dumating at ibinigay sa kanya na kailangan niya lamang pangalagaan at palaguin.Mayroong limang minuto si Osiris sa ulanan, binalik siya sa huwisyo ng malakas na kulog at makislap na kidlat. Siya ay basang-basa sa ulang pumasok sa loob ng sasakyan. Wala sa sariling nagmaneho, hindi pauwi sa kanila kundi papunta sa pinakamalapit na bar na maaari niyang pagpalipasan ng oras.Nang makakita ng bar ay kumuha siya ng damit mula sa compartment ng sasakyan, kaagad siyang nagbihis sa loob ng sasakyan. Nagsuot ng brief, pants at itim na T-Shirt. Nag-shades na rin siya at black cap dahil hindi na lang siya basta-bastang tao ngayon. May malaki siyang pangalang pinoprotektahan, iyon ay ang kanya at ang reputasyon ni Mr. Cesar at ng kompanya.Samantala, kung siya ay kumpleto ng saplot, sina Summer at Legacy naman ay nagkakaubusan na ng kasuotan sa katawan. Unang hinubad ang mga shirt, sinundan ng pants hanggang ang kanilang mga underwear na ang isa-isa nilang kapwa hinuhubad.Walang patid na halik ang ipinagkaloob nila sa isa't isa na para bang kay tagal nilang inintay ang pagkakataong ito. Tama nga naman. Ang isa sa dahilan nilang dalawa kaya hindi sila makapag- commit sa ibang tao ay dahil, hini hintay nila ang isa't isa. Ang panga ko na kailangan nilang tuparin sa isa't isa na hidi nila pwedeng gawin kung magpapatali kaagad sila sa pag- ibig lalo na't pag- ibig ng isa't isa ang mithi nila.Muling hinanap ni Legacy ang hita ng dalaga at makalipas ang ilang saglit ay naihanap niya iyon ng pwesto sa kanyang mga bisig. Gamit ang lakas ay inipit niya ro'n ang kanang hita ni Summer at bahagyang inangat upang ipatong iyon sa kanyang pinagpapawisang balikat.Nang matagumpay na maipatong ang kanang hita ni Summer sa kanyang balikat at sunod naman niyang ipinadulas sa namamasang guhit ang ulo ng kaniyang pagkalalaki upang gawing mas madali ang kaniyang pagpasok sa loob.Maririnig ang mahihinang ungol ni Summer dahil sa ginagawang pagpapasabik at pagkiskis ni Legacy sa kaniyang pagka babae gamit ang kanyang naninigas na sandata. Hindi na napigilan pa ni Summer na mapakapit sa bed sheet ng kama nang mabilis na umindayog si Legacy sa puntong matagumpay niyang maibaon nang sagad ang kanyang ari sa kanyang masikip na butas.Nagpalitan sila ng mga ungol, palakas nang palakas, pabilis nang pabilis ang pag-ungol ng dalawa. Padulas nang padulas at painit nang painit ang pakiramdam ng pagkalalaki ni Legacy. Langit ang nadarama ng bawat isa at wala nang makakapigil pa sa kanilang kapusukan.Subalit sa bukas na pinto ng kwarto ni Legacy ay mayroong napadaan. Isa sa mga partygoers na nakatunog na tila sila ay magse-sex. Kaya naman palihim niyang kinuhanan ng video ang hayok na hayok na dalawa. Lights on sila kaya naman malinaw na malinaw ang mga mukha nila. Lalo na ang mukha ni Summer.Habang binabayo ni Legacy ang dalaga ay mahigpit niyang kinakapitan ang tumatalbog nitong dibdib. Kung minsan, kapag napagod ay kanya pa itong sisipsipin na animo'y mapapawi niyon ang uhaw niyang nararamdaman.Hindi na nakapagtimpi pa si Legacy at kanyang binuhat si Summer, kaagad namang kumapit si Summer sa batok ng binata. Malayang sumabay sa pag-angat at pagbaba sa kanya ng binata. Tila ba gustong-gusto na kinokontrol siya nito, gustong-gusto bukod sa matigas na ari pumapasok sa kailaliman niya.Hindi sinabi ni Legacy na lalabasan na siya at mahigpit niyang isinagad sa kaloob-looban ni Summer ang kaniyang pagkalalaki. Gustuhin man ni Summer na kumawala ay pigil-pigil siya ng binata.Nang mailabas lahat ni Legacy ay sabay silang nahiga ni Summer sa kama, hindi pa rin hinuhugot ang nakabaong pagkakalaki habang si Summer ay naghahalo na ang pagkahilo dulot ng alak, pagkapagod, at pagkawala ng lakas. Hindi namalayang nakatulog na.Hindi rin namalayan ng dalawa na na-videohan na sila. Umalis na ang lalaking nakasaksi, at may ebidensiya na ikasisira nila, ng kanilang ginawa ngayong gabi sa kagustuhang masunod lamang ang tawag ng kalamnan.NAKAUWI na si Osiris mula sa bar na kanyang pinaglipasan at pinaglabasan ng sama ng loob. Pasalamat siyang ligtas na nakabalik sa bahay. Kaagad siyang nagtungo sa bathroom to take a quick shower and as the warm water cascaded down his body, he let out a heavy sigh.The steamy mist mingled with his thoughts, clouding his mind just as much as the alcohol had earlier. He leaned against the cool tiles of the shower, trying to wash away the image that had been haunting him all evening. His heart ached as he replayed the scene between Legacy and Summer over and over again in his mind.In the depths of his despair, Osiris realized that he had been holding onto a glimmer of hope, a hope that maybe someday Summer would see him as more than a friend. But now, that hope felt like a cruel joke. He had never felt so utterly alone.As the water continued to flow, Osiris's mind wandered back to the moments he had shared with Summer, the laughter, the conversations, the stolen glances. It was all a painful reminder of what he thought could have been. But reality had a way of shattering illusions, and Osiris was left grappling with the harsh truth.Drying himself off, Osiris stumbled into his bedroom and collapsed onto his bed, the weight of his emotions threatening to drown him. He reached for his phone and scrolled through his contacts, hesitating before his trembling fingers hovered over Summer's name. Part of him wanted to reach out, to confront her about what he had witnessed, but another part of him knew that it was too late. The damage was done.As the night wore on, Osiris's thoughts grew hazier, a mix of regret, anger, and sorrow swirling in his mind. Eventually, exhaustion overtook him, and he drifted into a fitful sleep.Little did he know, the events of that night were about to set in motion a series of changes that would forever alter the course of their lives.As the new day dawned, its warm rays stretching across the town, a surprising and unexpected piece of news was about to shake things up. Osiris didn't pay much attention to the messages from his secretary, which were all like, "Hey, where are you? You've got a bunch of important meetings today. Are you coming to work?" Those texts kept coming, but he shrugged them off for now. Instead, he unlocked his phone and checked out what was happening on social media. And guess what? He was totally caught off guard by what was trending there.Meanwhile, Summer had woken up, her eyes blinking against the morning light. As she looked at her phone, her heart raced, and she felt a mix of surprise and confusion. She quickly shook Legacy awake, her voice urgent and a little worried. Together, they stared at the screen, their faces going from sleepy to wide-eyed shock. It turned out there was a video going around – a video that showed moments they thought were private, now out there for everyone to see. Social media was buzzing with this sex video, and they were right in the middle of it.Back to Osiris, who was still trying to wrap his head around what he saw on his phone. The trending scandalous video involved Summer and Legacy, and it seemed like the whole world was talking about it. Osiris felt a mix of surprise, disbelief, and concern for Summer. He couldn't believe how fast things had escalated, and he knew that this was going to change everything for Summer, Legacy, and even himself.Ngayon naman ay tinatawagan na si Summer ng kaniyang director at producer. Ngayon pa naman naka-schedule ang premiering ng kanilang promotion interview para sa kanilang upcoming TV series.“Summer, you need to explain about this.”'Yang message pa lang ang nabasa ni Summer, alam niya na agad kung anong tinutukoy ng kaniyang producer at director.Itinapon niya ang cellphone sa inis at pinakawalan ang damdaming kanina pa gustong sumabog sa isang malakas na tili at sigaw.Nasa trabaho na si Osiris ngunit hindi pa rin soya mapakali. Matapos ang mga business meetings kanina at ngayon ay nagkakape na siya. Hindi pa rin mawala sa isipan niya ang issue na kinakaharap ni Summer.“Sh*t! I need to do something about this!” bulalas niya at humigop nang malaking lagok sa tasa niya kahit na mapaso pa ang bibig niya ay hindi na mahalaga iyon.Ang kailangan niyang gawin ay matulungan si Summer. Hindi na siya magdadalawang-isip pang gawin ito. Call him martyr or dumb if you want but he doesn't care anymore.Osiris's fingers tapped impatiently on his phone as he dialed the number of the film's director. The director, still feeling a strong sense of gratitude toward the late Mr. Cesar, wasted no time in responding to Osiris's urgent call. Within minutes, they were both seated at a quiet corner of the coffee shop."Thanks for coming so quickly," Osiris said, his voice a mix of urgency and concern. "I need your help with something important."The director nodded, his br
Under the moonlit sky, the atmosphere was charged with a mixture of emotions as Osiris and Summer stood facing each other in the park. The soft rustling of leaves and distant hum of the city formed a serene backdrop to their raw conversation. Summer's eyes were red-rimmed from tears, and Osiris's face was etched with the traces of anguish he had been through.Summer took a hesitant step closer, her voice laden with remorse and regret. "Osiris, I need you to understand how truly sorry I am. What happened between Legacy and me was a mistake, and I know it hurt you deeply."Osiris's heart clenched as he listened to her words, the pain of her betrayal still fresh in his memory. He inched closer, his voice a mixture of vulnerability and desperation. "Summer, I can't bear the thought of losing you. Despite everything, I still love you. I'm begging you, please give me another chance."With a mix of determination and raw emotion, Osiris knelt before Summer, his eyes never leaving hers. "I kno
Sa mga araw na sumunod, tila walang tigil ang pagbuhos ng sakit at hapdi sa puso ni Osiris. Ang kanyang mga mata'y punong-puno ng pag-aalala at pighati, gaya ng pag-ulan ng malalakas na ulap sa kanyang isipan. Hindi niya lubos maisip kung paano ang lahat ay nagkaganito. Ang bawat tibok ng kanyang puso ay nagdudulot ng malalim na kirot, isang alaalang hindi niya magawang itapon palayo.Nakaluklok siya sa bintana ng kanyang opisina, ngunit ang kanyang mga mata ay hindi naka-focus sa kahabaan ng kalsada. Ipinipikit niya ito at sa kanyang isip ay pumapasok ang mga larawan ng masasayang sandali kasama si Summer. Mga tawanan, mga yakap, at mga pangarap na nawasak ng mapait na pangyayari.Sa bawat paghinga, pakiramdam ni Osiris ay tila sumusubsob sa kanyang dibdib ang mga salitang hindi niya kayang ipahayag. Sa mga oras na iyon, hindi niya masilayan ang paglipas ng panahon, na para bang nahuli sa isang espasyo na puno ng kalungkutan at pag-aalinlangan.Sa gabi, habang nakaupo sa kanyang sili
As Osiris rose from his bed, he felt a sense of unfamiliarity settling in his mansion, now inhabited solely by his presence. The solitude echoed in the halls, a stark contrast to the days when laughter and shared moments filled the air. Descending the stairs, he found himself in the kitchen, an activity he had not engaged in for a while.As he started to cook, memories flooded back to him – memories of cooking with Summer, sharing the joy of preparing meals together. It was as if her presence lingered in the kitchen, guiding his hands as he chopped vegetables and stirred pots. A bittersweet smile formed on his lips, a mixture of nostalgia and pain. He realized that he was making the same dish they had often enjoyed, a dish that had become a symbol of their togetherness.At first, the act of cooking brought a sense of contentment. The familiarity of the ingredients and the rhythmic motions eased his mind, providing a momentary respite from the turmoil he had been grappling with. As he
As the door to Osiris' office swung open, a woman with a confident stride stepped inside. Her presence exuded a mixture of professionalism and approachability. Her eyes held a glint of curiosity as they met Osiris', and her smile was warm and genuine. Dressed in a tailored blazer and with a notebook in hand, she seemed ready to engage in a purposeful conversation."Good morning," she greeted, her voice carrying a friendly tone that instantly put Osiris at ease. "I hope I'm not interrupting anything important."Osiris stood up, a smile forming on his lips as he gestured to the chairs across his desk. "Not at all. Please, have a seat.""Thank you," she said with a nod, taking the proffered seat gracefully. As she settled in, her gaze met his again. "I'm Martha, by the way. Martha Ramirez."Osiris extended his hand across the desk, a genuine interest in his eyes. "Nice to meet you, Martha. I'm Osiris."Their handshake was a blend of professionalism and a spark of curiosity. As they withd
Ang kanina pa tahimik na opisina ni Osiris ay nagkaroon din sa wakas ng ingay nang si Martha ay maging handa na sa pagsasalita ng kanyang sasabihin na kanina pa gustong malaman ni Osiris. Mabuti na lamang at hindi basta-basta nauubos ang pasensya ng binata."Ang totoo niyan ay gusto kong malaman ang nangyari kay Mr. Cesar," ani Martha, ang kanyang mga mata ay tila ba napupuno ng kalungkutan na kanina lang ay nagtatago sa maaliwalas niyang mukha.Osiris nodded, his expression a mix of curiosity and empathy. “Bakit? Hindi mo ba alam ang nangyari kay Mr. Cesar? Hindi ba’t kasasabi mo lang kanina ang tungkol sa pagkamatay niya?”“Oo, alam ko pero hindi ako nakasipot noong libing niya,” Martha explained..“Kaya pala, make sense. I announced it sa charity about his death saka pinapunta ko rin do’n ang mga scholars niya. Doon siya nakaburol at pinaglamayan ng ilang araw, if you ask me why, because it felt like the place he would have chosen,” pagbabahagi ni Osiris, may bakas ng kalungkutan s
Biglang tumunog ang phone ni Martha na ikinagulat nilang dalawa. Nakasagad kasi ang volume nito at sobrang nakakagulat ang sound nito kaya naman nagulat talaga lalo na ang binata na relax na relax pa naman sa kanyang swivel chair. “Ay, sorry, sorry, Osiris, tumunog lang yung alarm ko,” ani Martha at bahagyang napangisi nang maalala kung paano nagulat si Osiris. Magugulatin pala ang binata, ‘yan ang naging impression niya rito sa lalaki. Hindi naman in a negative way but she find it cute though, Dinukot niya ang phone sa kabubukas lang ng zipper ng shoulder bag niyang hindi malaman kung anong brand dahil wala namang nakatatak at hindi kilala ang design nito. Pinahinto niya ang tunog, matapos i-snooze ang alarm ay ibinalik niya na rin agad sa bag iyong phone niya. Ngumiti siya nang tipid nang ibalik niyang muli kay Osiris ang kanyang mga tingin at napagtantong kanina pa rin siya pinapanood nitong binata na itong nasundan na lahat ng ikinilos niya. “Bakit?” tano
Parang tinatawag siya nito, ang kakaibang disenyo nito ay nagbibigay ng senyales ng mga lihim na sikretong nakapaloob dito. Sa isang umaagos na kuryosidad at pag-aasam ng kung anumang dapat malaman, dahan-dahang itinaas ni Osiris ang kahon at hinawakan ito sa kanyang kamay, ang bigat nito ay parang pangako ng isang bagay na hindi pa nabubunyag. Kailangan niya iyong malaman.Binaligtad ni Osiris ang kahon, tiningnan ito mula sa iba't ibang anggulo, ang kanyang isip ay pinaglalaruan ng iba't ibang posibilidad at kung ano-anong deduksyon. What could be inside? What had Mr. Cesar chosen to keep hidden in this box?With a slow and deliberate motion, Osiris unlatched the box, the soft click of the mechanism filling the air like a secret being whispered. As the lid lifted, he was met with a sight that left him momentarily breathless –
THE DAY BEFORE Christmas had finally arrived, and the house buzzed with the promise of festive celebrations. Summer and Osiris had been looking forward to this day, eager to transform their home into a Christmas wonderland that would dazzle their friends and family.As the morning sunlight streamed through the windows, Summer and Osiris donned their holiday spirits, quite literally. Summer wore a cozy red sweater adorned with a jolly snowman, while Osiris opted for a green one with a mischievous-looking reindeer. They both chuckled at their choice of attire, acknowledging that they had fully embraced the Christmas spirit.The first order of business was to retrieve the boxes of Christmas decorations from the attic. The stairs creaked softly as they ascended, and the air was filled with the scent of aged wood and anticipation. The attic was a treasure trove of holiday memories, filled with boxes of ornaments, twinkling lights, and garlands of every shade and texture.With a sense of re
As Osiris assembled the crib, his hands moved with a tenderness that matched the anticipation in his heart. Summer watched him, her eyes filled with adoration. This was the man who would be their daughter's father, the one who would stand by her side through all the seasons of life.With the crib in place and adorned with a pink-and-white canopy, they added the finishing touches. Plush animals found their homes on shelves, soft blankets and quilts were neatly folded, and a cozy glider chair sat by the window, offering a place for late-night feedings and tender lullabies.The room was now a sanctuary of love and dreams, a place where their daughter would be cradled in the warmth of their hearts. They stood in the center of the room, hand in hand, their smiles reflecting the joy of this shared accomplishment.Summer gently rested her hand on her growing belly, feeling the subtle movements of the life within. "Our little girl is going to love this room," she said, her voice filled with w
Cameron's voice was laced with excitement as he chimed in again. "So, do you know if it's a boy or a girl?"A playful grin tugged at the corners of Summer's lips, even though her friends couldn't see it. "Ah, the million-dollar question, right? Well, we're keeping it a surprise for now. But trust me, I'll let you know as soon as we find out."Legacy's laughter echoed through the connection, a testament to the camaraderie that had been woven through the years. "We'll be waiting for that update, Sum."As the conversation flowed, Summer felt the distance between them fade. It was as if their voices were dancing on the same wavelength, a symphony of friendship that defied geographical boundaries. She could almost picture Legacy's thoughtful nod and Cameron's easy smile as they shared in her joy.In that moment, surrounded by the invisible threads of their bond, Summer knew that even though they were far apart, they were closer than ever. With Luca's progress, her pregnancy, and the storie
They move together rhythmically, their bodies slick with sweat as they both approach their climax. "Fuck," Osiris groans out loud as he feels himself getting closer and closer to the edge.Summer's eyes roll back in ecstasy as she comes undone around him, tightening around his dick so hard that it sends him over the edge too.They lay there panting for a few moments before Osiris rolls off of Summer and pulls her into his arms. "That was. amazing," she says breathlessly.Days passed by, and Osiris once again immersed himself in the intricacies of running his company. The office became a stage for his calculated movements and strategic decisions, his presence commanding the attention of his employees like a maestro leading an orchestra. The scent of freshly printed documents wafted through the air, mingling with the faint hum of computers and the soft rustling of papers as they were shuffled around.Meanwhile, at home, Summer's role had shifted from business partner to caregiver. She w
Summer and Osiris guided Luca upstairs, their presence a comforting anchor for him as he navigated the transition from the sterile hospital environment to the familiarity of his room. The staircase seemed to creak with joy beneath their steps, as if acknowledging their return. Luca's room awaited him, its door slightly ajar, as if anticipating his arrival.With a mixture of apprehension and relief, Luca settled onto his bed. The room enveloped him in its embrace, the scent of his own pillow and the softness of the sheets beneath him offering a balm for his tired soul. The afternoon sunlight filtered through the curtains, casting a warm and gentle glow on everything it touched.As Summer and Osiris lingered in the doorway, their gazes filled with a mixture of pride and concern, they exchanged a silent understanding. Luca needed this moment, a space to process all that had transpired. Their absence was a gift, a sign of their unwavering love and trust in his strength.The room seemed to
The familiar sights greeted him—palm trees swaying in the breeze, a sky painted with hues of pink and orange as the sun began to set."Hey, welcome to Singapore," Legacy said, his voice laced with a mix of pride and nostalgia.Cameron's lips curved into a genuine smile. "Thanks, ‘Pa."As they exited the airport, the city unfolded before them. The towering skyscrapers, the bustling streets, and the vibrant cultural diversity were all part of the tapestry that made up Singapore. It was a place where the old seamlessly blended with the new, creating a unique and dynamic landscape.Cameron's thoughts swirled with a blend of emotions. Outside the airport, they hailed a car rental and were driven to their house in Singapore. After a few hours, they finally arrived at their destination. Unlocking the door, they stepped inside and turned on the lights, illuminating their new temporary home. With a sense of familiarity, they began to unload their belongings and settle in.As they sorted throu
Cameron's voice cracked with emotion as he hugged Osiris back. "I can't thank you enough for everything you've done for me and I'm so sorry for all the trouble I've caused, especially to your son, Sir."Osiris patted Cameron's back, his voice filled with reassurance. "Don't apologize, Cam. We're in this together. We'll face whatever comes and this dude right here, he’s fighting I know. Who knows? He’s just pranking us and he just wanted to have some good sleep and truancy."Everyone did their best to even make a smile at least just to support Osiris’ joke trying to lighten up the mood.Legacy, who had been silently observing, stepped forward and joined the embrace. "We've got your back, always."Cameron cleared his throat, finally finding the words to say what he wanted to say the most. "Hey, guys. Would you mind giving us a minute? If that’s okay to you… for me… to… have a moment alone with Luca?"Summer, Osiris, and Legacy exchanged nods of approval, giving Cameron the space he need
"Let's eat, son," Legacy repeated again, assuming his son was still processing what he said earlier.Cameron nodded and silently followed his father's lead, matching his steps. While he had been freed from the confines of a coma, he still felt trapped, unable to find happiness.At the dining table, they sat in silence. The clinking of utensils against plates filled the air as they began to eat. Legacy looked at Cameron, concern evident in his eyes. "How are you feeling, Cam?"Cameron let out a sigh, putting down his fork. "I don't know, Papa. It's like... I'm physically here, but emotionally, I'm still locked away."Legacy nodded in understanding. "It's okay to feel that way, son. You've been through a lot."Cameron picked at his food, his thoughts distant. "I know, Papa. I'm just trying to make sense of everything."Legacy reached out and placed a reassuring hand on Cameron's shoulder. "You don't have to figure it all out right now. Healing takes time."Cameron looked up at his fathe
Legacy remained a steady presence, offering never-failing support to both Summer and Osiris. His encouragement served as a lifeline, a reminder that they were not alone in their struggles and that their unity as a family was their greatest strength.With a gentle step back, Legacy allowed Summer and Cameron the space they needed for a heart-to-heart conversation. Mother and son faced each other, their eyes speaking volumes of unspoken emotions. As they spoke, their words carried the weight of the journey they had both endured, the challenges they had faced, and the unbreakable bond that held them together.Underneath the hospital's sterile lights and amidst the hum of medical equipment, they shared their thoughts, fears, and hopes. The air was thick with vulnerability, but also with a sense of healing and connection. The room seemed to shrink, encapsulating the intensity of their conversation.Summer's voice trembled as she leaned in, her embrace wrapping Cameron in a truss of love. "