Sariel's point of view I feel terrible that I took something important from him. As I looked at him, I took a deep breath. He is still exquisite since his figure doesn't change. Five days feels like almost five years to me. And now he's close by, but I can't seem to get in touch with him. I hope that hindi pa ito ang huling pagkikita namin. I just need to talk to him, lang naman. Pero ang sabi ko sa sarili ko, na isusuli ko pa yung folder, pero parang hindi ko na magagawa. Hindi na rin ata ako makakabalik sa penthouse niya. "So, this is Maddox Ventura, babe," she snaps, and then motions for Maddox's hand to join mine. "Maddox, this is my best friend, Sariel," she says, then slightly pushes me to Maddy. I turned to glare at her. This brat. Siguro kung hindi ko pa kilala si Maddy, kikiligin talaga ako. Pero kilala ko naman 'yan, e. Baka nga siguro, hindi kilig ang nararamdaman ko ngayon, kundi kaba. "Yeah, I know her very well," he deadpanned staring at me blankly. I swallowed ha
Sariel's point of view Fortunately, Bellatrix and her fiance are making their way to Maddy's company, and I am already eager to get back home. Bellatrix offered a suggestion to accompany them for a short period of time. Mabuti pa nga si Bellatrix niyaya pa ako. Pero 'yung isa r'yan, wala talaga akong gana ayain. Si Bellatrix naman parang sa kanya, 'yung kumpanya makapang-aya. Pumayag naman si Maddy. Kanina pa niya ako sinusulyapan, hindi rin niya ako kinikibo. Kaya hindi ko rin siya pinapansin. We're going to Maddy's company, which uses an SUV as transportation. Nasa unahan kami si Maddy sina Chandler at Bellatrix naman ay nasa likod. This is going to be the very first time that I have ever entered his office, and I couldn't be more thrilled about it. Perhaps Bellatrix and I could take a stroll through his office together. Like me, she is an adventurous person. Nang makarating kami sa kumpanya ni Maddy ay kaagad kaming umakyat sa office niya. Busy ata talaga si Maddy these pas
Maddox's point of view I didn't expect to see Sariel today. Bellatrix, Chandler's fiancé, said that she would meet someone, and I didn't know that it was Sariel. I miss her so much. However, I'm displaying a different attitude towards her; I simply don't want to draw attention to myself first. But later, I'll talk to her. I haven't asked her about the document she stole from me, as I've been busy in the past few days and forgot about it. Busy din kami ni Chandler sa ganap sa kumpanya. Pabalik-balik na nga siya dito sa Pilipinas. Sinabi ko naman sa kanya na pwedi siya sa isang bahay ko muna tumira. Kaso may mga kinakailangan din siyang ayusin sa Italy. We are meeting right now with the board members, but it's almost done. Gusto ko na nga rin lumabas kanina pa. "Hey, you think it's all good now?" Chandler lashes out, causing me to blink multiple times in shock. Sinamaan ko naman siya ng tingin. He wrinkled his eyebrows and asked me, "Why?" Tsk. Hindi ko nalang siya pinansin sa why n
Maddox's point of view Sariel already has my phone number, which I gave her yesterday. Therefore, I asked Sariel to come to my penthouse today. Of course, I want to show her my adorable little pet. Also, I'm almost done building my new home at the Jungle K, so I may ask her to talk about it. Pero hindi naging madali ang pakikipag usap ko sa kanya. Ang dami niyang rason para hindi puntahan, kaya I blackmail her. So, she has no choice but to come here. Nagliligpit muna ako ng mga kalat. Bumili kasi ako ng aquarium kaya, makalat talaga ngayon. Napansin ko kasi na mahilig siya sa animals. Meron na nga rin akong regalo sa kanya na kabayo. Hilig din niya sa mga ganun. As I'm finished with everything, my doorbell chimes. And I expect that it's her. Wala naman na akong bisita na inaasahan. I stride toward the door, twitching the knob and pulling it wide to see who's out there. And I'm so disappointed as fvck that it was my two brothers. What the heck? "So, tell me a compelling rea
☞ THE PRESENT DAY, in relation to Chapter 5, which happened six months ago ☜Sariel's point of view Six months had gone by since that terrible day, and everything had evolved. Getting back to the past, I stood at the brink of the Jungle K. Thinking about the path that had brought me here, I had once enjoyed this spot.There's a lot of change in here. Nagpalagay din siya ng barn dito. I can see the horse where I'm standing inside the stable. A week has passed, and I miss my mother so much. Isang beses ko palang ata siyang nakausap ngayong week. Maddox is still enraged at me. Well, we're going to return to strangers. We all are. Kahit ano naman atang ibuka at paliwag ng mga labi ko hindi pa rin sila maniniwala sa akin. So, why waste my precious breath? A long, heavy sigh escaped my lips. If I could make one wish, it would be to improve myself. I can't decide whether to end my crazy existence or keep on. Now that everyone has left me, I'm completely alone. Meli, my best friend, and I
Sariel's point of view Just like I mentioned the day before, I'm going to go out and explore the fresh air. Hindi naman na ipinagbabawal 'yun, kaya okay lang na pagala-gala ako sa labas. I am going to go horseback galloping. It is already midday, and the sun is not causing my skin to be as uncomfortable as it normally would be. This place is warm, and the air is clean and pleasant to breathe in. Gusto ko sana na ganito talagang buhay, tahimik lang. Kaso hindi 'to kasali dahil isa akong preso rito. As soon as I arrived at the barn where the horses were placed, I headed straight for the white horse. This is one that I enjoy. Also, the other horse is black, and his appearance seems similar to Maddox. Besides that, it is crystal clear that this white one has been chosen to be my one and only baby. "Hi, little there. You're so cute, parang gusto kitang maging alaga. Wala pa naman sigurong nagmamay-ari sayo?" I was enjoying talking to the horse. I run my palm at her head, caressing it
Sariel's point of view "You better shut that little mouth before I put it to work," he hissed. Sabi ko nga tatahimik na. Wow ha? Parang ako pa 'yung may kasalanan na nag-iingay ako. Sana hindi nalang ako pinatawag, ano? "Bakit mo ba ako pinatawag?" I inquire as I sit in the front chair at his table. He cleared his throat first before answering my question. "Well, my parents will hold an incoming fundraiser at Ventura's company. Since they're gone, I'm going to take over. The fundraiser will be next month. So, be prepared; I'm not going to accept your no for it," he exclaims, tapping his fingers on the table. I trace his hand and heave a deep sigh. Pinangungunahan talaga ako ng Maddog na 'to. Gustong-gusto ko nga lumabas dito, kasi nabuburyo na ako rito. "Okay, hindi naman ako tatanggi dahil gusto ko rin lumabas muna sa impyernong 'to,' I spit at him. Tinaasan niya ako ng kilay. Aba ang taray na rin naman ng Maddog natin, pataas-taas na ng kilay. Maybe you first consider
Sariel's point of view I was standing there, drenched in water, when I shifted my gaze to the sky. It was a very calming experience to feel the raindrops gently stroking my cheeks. I extended my hand as if I were reaching for clouds in the sky. "Hi, daddy. I'm hoping you're all doing well there. Mommy and I will survive this chaotic life. Sana nandito ka pa rin, ano? Wala ka na nga tapos, wala rin si mommy. I miss you both. Daddy, kayo na po ang bahala kay Mommy, ah. Bantayan nyo po siya, while me? I'm fine, I'm going to be fine," a small whimper out of my lips. I can't control my emotions. I don't understand what I'm feeling. The only thing I did was pray that this excruciating suffering would come to an end as quickly as possible. How can I achieve my goal of being free? I want to be free. I set out on foot, heading toward the mansion. I don't care if the water drenches me. As I approached the entrance, I noticed that the girl I had seen was already inside, standing with a tow