Seafood RestaurantWE are on the road, I keep looking at the beautiful scenery we are passing. For sure, I will miss the beautiful healthy living, on Maldives Island.I turned to Damien who was busy typing on his laptop keyboard. "Um, can I open the window?" I ask him before I will open it.He looked up at me. "Yes, you can.""Thank you,"I faced the car window again, then I slowly opened it. I immediately felt in my nose the fresh air coming from the entire ocean surrounding the whole place. I also close my eyes because of the good feeling of being close to green nature.The Maldives offers very clean surroundings; such as seawater, a healthy atmosphere, and very wonderful trees anywhere. When you were on that island, you could really enjoy your peace of mind. That's really what I'll miss most of all."For sure, you will miss the island,"I opened my eyes and looked at Damien. "Yeah, that's for sure."He shrugged. "Aren't you planning on going to see or visit before we go home?""Are
CameraI WAS not even surprised when we arrived at the airport of Maldives Island, and the private plane we were going to take us home was already there and just waiting for us."Is it your plane?" I asked him when the car stopped right next to it.He slowly nodded. "Let's go, Aurora."We got out of the car together. The driver took out my luggage to put it inside the plane.When we are going to the stairs of the plane, someone's cell phone suddenly rang in its pocket."Go on and answer your phone," I said when he looked in my direction.He nodded and moved slightly away from me to take the call.I embrace myself and I look around the airport until my eyes set on his direction again. I saw that he was smiling a bit while talking on the other line. I wonder who he is talking that time.I quickly removed my glance from him when he suddenly turned in my direction.What the heck? He always catches me looking at him. Shit... I get angry with myself.I just sighed and glanced at my surround
Workout I was inside the fitness Healthcare gymnasium with my two friends. They both invited me that Saturday. It was their day off from work so I agreed to bond with them because it had been a long time since I had been there with them. My friends and I always visit that place when I am in the Philippines. We always care about our health so that's one of the workouts and fitness that we like to go to. "When will you start your job at your company again?" I turned to Nancy when she asked me again. I rolled my eyes. "Again, on Monday, Nance. Monday." "Ah, yes... it's Monday. So, will you be busy with that again?" "I guess, yes." "Hey, friend. Are you getting married immediately?" I raised my eyebrows at Cedy's question. "That's what I know too. But I don't know when is the official date of the said ceremony." "Oh, come on. Bride to be who knows nothing?" he smirks. "Nah, what do I know? It's up to the Harrisons when is the exact date. As long as they don't keep coming to our h
First day"I'M GLAD that you finally work in your daddy's position, darling."I looked at mommy while chewing. I had my breakfast with her at that time. "Me too, mom," I answer her with a soft smile."How do you feel, darling?""Afraid, a little bit nervous, and...""And?""And—" I sighed then wiped my mouth with a table napkin. "I couldn't imagine working with that company before. But now I'm excited, mom. Knowing that I will be in my father's office. Even if not in Daddy's position.""I feel happy to hear that from you, baby.""I hope Daddy Raul will appreciate and be happy where he is right now," I smile a bit."He is babe, and I'm happy too because I know he's happy to finally get what he wanted... that our daughter will finally sit in his office to work."I just smiled even though I wanted to tell mommy that I was still saddened by the loss of Dad... but of course, I won't say that because I don't want to see her sad."How are the grapes you planted, mom?" I avoid talking about Da
Daughter-in-lawI STOPPED right in front of the building of the former company owned by our family. This is a five-star mini and bungalow hotel. It is not big but it has a height of 15 floors.I took a good look at that building. It seems that a lot has changed, it is not the same as before but if we are talking about elegance, it is considered as one than before."Move, Aurora because someone is waiting for you inside the company," I speak to myself.I restarted my car again and entered the parking area of the establishment we used to own."Good morning," I was immediately greeted by the two guards who first appeared when I entered the entrance.I smiled at them. "Good morning.""Are you, Ms. Aurora Torres?" a guard asked me immediately.I nodded. "Yes, I am."Both of them smiled at me. "Welcome, Ma'am. Mr. Harrison told me that he is waiting for you in his office today.""Okay, thanks for informing me.""Let me accompany you by Mr. Harrison's office, ma'am." Offered one of the gua
The Board of Directors I can FEEL the following gazes of the people inside that conference area. Not only to me but also to Damien who followed me. "Oh, my son and our special guest have finally arrived." Mrs. Harrison announces to everyone. "Sorry if we keep you waiting everyone," said Damien who was next to me. Damien's mother stood up from her position and then came to my side. "Let me go first, Son." "Go ahead, mom." "Ladies and Gentlemen, I have some important information for you today. I know some of you know this young and beautiful woman. Okay, let me introduce you, Aurora Torres..." I heard some of the board of directors whisper 'that's why I'm familiar.' "That's why her face is familiar because she is the daughter of the late Mr. Torres." I nodded slightly. "Yes, she is." his mom's agreed. "Starting today, she will be part of this company as an executive manager. Her office is located in the office of her late father, Mr. Raul Torres." Damien spoke to everyone. "E
HT HotelI ENJOY touring around with Damien. I just made myself comfortable while he was always around. He is nice and gentlemanly, and I proved that when we were together in the Maldives for almost a day before returning to the Philippines.Those employees are also nice. They know me as the daughter of Torres who is now a partner of the Harrisons. They greet and treat me well, so I won't have a hard time adjusting to being one of the head manager departments.After Damien toured me we went to my office. He called his Secretary to bring the papers that I should study on my first day.When I felt tired, I sat on my swivel chair. While Damien is busy on his phone, I lean back on my chair. I moved my round chair so that I can feel like I'm relaxed.When I turned to face my desk, I suddenly sat up straight. That's because Damien is looking in front of what I'm doing."Tired?"I nodded. "Yeah, kinda... I just need to stretch a little and later on, I'm fine. So, what's next, Mr. Harrison? D
Food is Life"BUSY?"I suddenly raised my head when suddenly someone spoke at the opening of my office."Oh, hi.""It's already lunchtime, Aurora." He came in and came across my table.I looked at my wristwatch. "Well, yes... oh, I'm so sorry if I forgot the time. I thought Jina would remind me,""It's okay. Besides, she was actually on her way here, but I just stopped her because I was also heading here. So, can we go out for lunch now? Or do you want us to go to the hotel restaurant?""I chose to take our lunch here... so, that I can see the hotel restaurant on this very day. Also the reason, I missed their fish fillet and vegetable salad.""Okay," he took out his cell phone from his slacks and called someone while I stood up and pulled out my handbag. "Let's go.""Yes, I'm ready, and I realized that I am already starving," I said it and just made me laugh.The employees were almost surprised when we entered the HT Restaurant and Hotel. They did not think that the two owners of such
1 Year LaterFamilyA BABY'S wail is trying to wake up my sleepy spirit. I slowly opened my eyes. I immediately smile as I open my eyes.Who wouldn't smile when you wake up and the first thing you see is your husband and child?I was just looking at my beloved husband, Damien. He is now standing at the open window while our precious daughter, Danniella is in his arms. He puts our daughter to rest on his chest."Shh, baby... Mommy is still sleeping. Come on, hush my love... Mommy will wake up with your cry. Mommy was awake last night," he said softly.Our daughter still does not stop her weak wail. Danniella is always like that in the morning. I think because she feels that in the morning his father will leave again and go to work."Hush, hush, my love. Daddy's here. Look for mommy later, hm? Daddy is here for you... Let Daddy cuddle you just this moment, baby." He continued comforting our daughter in her sobbing.My smile widened. It sounds like he was begging our daughter to stay and
A Promise"HMM..." I was distracted by someone trying to wake up my sleeping spirit."Sweetheart, wake up..." The soft voice trying to wake me up."Hmm..." was my only response."Sweetheart, wake up. It's already six in the evening,"As I hear the said time, I forced my eyelids to open. I immediately glimpse Damien's face."What time?""Six," he answered and kissed my forehead."W-what? Oh, God. My mom might be looking for me," I sat up suddenly, not minding my naked body. "Damien, get up... get dressed.""Take your time," he said just looking at me while getting dressed.My cheeks suddenly turned red. "Get up," I pulled him by the arm after I finished putting on my clothes.What I didn't expect is that he pulled me on top of his body."Let's skip the dinner, and let's stay here for a while.""No way. Come on, stand up." I stood up and pulled out myself from him. "Damien, please. Mom will wonder where I am right now,""Don't worry, I called her and said you were with me now,""Really?
Making Love"D-DAM..."Damien pinned me immediately on the door as we got inside the house. It was a house where we used to live together.I didn't protest anymore when he pressed a kiss to my lips. I relented as I wrapped my arms around his neck."H-hey, maybe someone will see us here." I Huskily said when our mouths parted."There are no other people in this house now except us, sweetheart." his eyes glint."S-so?" I stammered."So?" he's like teasing."U-um,""Don't worry because we are alone in the house."I blushed and nodded and swallowed a little. "G-good... Ahy—" I gasped as he suddenly lifted my body.I didn't even protest when he claimed my lips in an intense kiss.I felt him sitting on the wide sofa bed in the living room. I immediately felt the life of his member when I was right there in front of him and sitting on his lap."Yeah, good. Because I can do whatever I want to do with you," he whispered while his eyes looked at me.My eyes were also glittering as I look intent
Wedding RingsI IMMEDIATELY let go of my embrace with Damien when we heard someone knocking outside the conference room."Sir— oh... Where are those people?" Jina asked in surprise as she opened the door.I smiled at Jina because she couldn't look directly into her boss's eyes."Nice one, Jina.""Huh, Sir?""For your collusion with your Ma'am Aurora," he said seriously to his Secretary."Well, sir—""Tsk... Damien, leave your secretary, please? It was my plan. I'm the one who did the orders, that's why she didn't answer you earlier when you called her." I glanced at his secretary. "Jina, it's fine, you're pardoned now, right Damien?" I said while smiling at him.He was still scratching his head. It seems that my defense of her from his boss was not enough."I'm sorry Sir... Please?""I only just forgive you if you will leave us now, Jina." his face is still serious at that time.Jina nodded and smiled slightly. "Thank you, Sir, Ma'am..." Then she went out and closed the door again.Dam
My Wife"IT'S you, Ma'am Aurora..." She squealed and happily approached me. "Oh, it's really you." And she embraced me out of excitement."Hey, Jina." I shyly looked around because the attention of everyone in the hallway went to us."Oh, sorry... I just got carried away, Ma'am Aurora... I thought it was a model that had been lost in this area," she scratched her head. "Hey everyone... Our most beautiful boss,"The employee's mouths dropped. Perhaps they are also wondering what Jina said."Jina? Stop it...""Anyway, our very own, Ma'am Aurora Torres—""Come on, you're such a talkative." I pulled her towards Damien's office."Ma'am, you look even better today." she is still smiling widely."Oh, thank you. Anyway, where's your boss, Jina?""Oh, God! How come I forgot Sir... Shit, he will probably scold me again, for sure," she hit her forehead when she remembered her boss."Why?" I was surprised when she suddenly looked at some documents on Damien's desk."It's because Sir ordered me to
At the CompanyAS I expected, the Van was heading to the road where the area leading to our old house was. It's not the new house that Daddy handed down where mommy and I moved before I left for Spain last year.I suddenly wanted to ask my mother, I have a lot of questions for her but I respect her when she told me that she will speak as soon as we get home.I stayed silent, I also feel, Pasing and Fe are both muted behind mom and me.After we arrived at the house... the driver even helped us to support mom to her room which is now only on the first floor of the house.When I entered our old house, I was amazed. That's because something changed in that house of ours. Especially my parents' room. That room used to be on the second floor but is now on the first floor. It was a connecting room upstairs."Fe, I'll take care of mommy. Thank you very much." I said after we helped mommy change her clothes."Sit down here, daughter..." mom starts as Fe already gets out of her room.I looked a
Escape from Meetings"WOW...""The two children are right... She is truly here,""Shh... She is sleeping..."Those low voices awakened my slumbering spirit at that time.I slowly opened my eyes. I feel the gentle caress in my hair as I bend down and fall asleep. When I remembered where I was, I suddenly sat up properly."Good morning, baby..." My mother happily greeted me as I looked at her smiling face."Good morning, Aurora." Fe and Pasing who were standing at the foot of the bed also greeted me merrily."Good morning..." Then I smiled at them all. As usual, I approached and kissed their hands one by one, and also my mother."God bless you, darling." Mommy was smiling, she was happy to see me there. "When did you come, dear? You haven't told me to come home.""This morning, mommy. And I came here right away to see your situation. How are you doing? Do you still feel any pain?"She shook her head smiling at me. "I'm so happy to know that you are home now, baby... I thought when I wok
DextroseAFTER he spent half an hour in the hospital, I kept telling him to go home. He can't stay any longer because he will face an emergency meeting that will be held today.He nodded slightly at me and said goodbye to my friends that he was talking to at that time.I took him out of mom's room."You should also need to go home and rest, Aurora," he said when we were out of the room.I shook my head. "I will stay here, I will watch over mommy until she wakes up. I also need to talk to her doctor to clarify what happened to her and how her condition.""But you look tired. Rest at least for a few hours,""I can rest here, as long as I don't leave mommy."He took a deep breath and nodded. "Okay, if that's what you want. I'll be back here later after my meeting so that you have someone with you to watch over her," he said and I shook my head."Don't bother, Damien. I can do it on my own. My friends are there,""I will come and you can't stop me," he finally said.I breathed deeply. "Ok
ExplainingI Have never talked to him since he forced me to take to his private plane that will travel back to our country. I wanted to say no, but I didn't because it would make my trip home easier, and I was so eager to catch a glimpse of my mother.When we arrived at the plane, he approached me, and then he offered to sit behind him but I refused. I know that he can sense that I am avoiding him by sitting in the same seat.I still didn't take it. I kept looking into the distance and all I could think about was my mother who is in the hospital right now. I sighed looking out the window."Sandwich, chocolate milk?"My spirit returned because of that voice. I looked at him slightly."I don't feel like eating," I refuse it."Oh, come on Aurora. It's time for dinner. A few more hours before we arrive in the Philippines. So, here, accept and eat this food. You have to be strong for your mommy,"I sighed and reached for it. I feel hungry but I don't really feel like eating because I'm sti