GrieveTHREE days have passed since I had a miscarriage. I have been in the hospital for three days to heal the wound from my operation.I feel I am slowly gaining my energy. I already moved on from the pain of my physical wounds, but the wound of losing my child... is still there. My heart still mourns the loss of my child.I'm slowly accepting it in my heart and mind that the baby will give satisfaction to mom and me, is already gone.I immediately wiped the tears from my cheeks when the door opened and Damien entered. I avert my eyes from him.I feel he was coming closer and sitting on the chair near my bed.He took a deep breath. I feel him hold my hand. I didn't move and looked at him. I don't want to look at him because every time I see him, he brings back to me the day he abandoned me, and our child. He wasn't even delighted to know my surprise at that time."Aurora, please... Let's talk. Talk to me," he pleases me. How many times did I stop myself from snapping or pulling him
Private TalkI'M still in the hospital, and it's already my fifth day and today is the day I'm going out. Damien, my friends, my mom, and my in-laws are also there.They were also there while the doctor was discussing the schedule for me to take the medicines at the right time and how to properly clean my wounds."Mr. Harrison, can you call me directly if your wife feels any pain in her side, my phone number is written on the receipt—""Doc, my mother will handle it. Give and entrust everything I need to her. Thank you," I interrupted the doctor.Everyone's eyes looked at me when I said that. Even the doctor was surprised by what I said. But even though he was surprised, he gave all the records and prescriptions to mommy who will nurse me."Well, it is really your last day in this room. I am glad that you finally recover, Aurora. I wish for the continued healing of your wounds," I nodded slightly. "I and all my team of nurses are happy to serve you, here. I suggest that you refrain fr
Annulment PapersI WAS quietly reading a book in my room when I heard three knocks outside my door. I looked up when it spat at mommy."Darling... you have visitors downstairs,"My mouth fell open. I am immediately curious about who it is. "Who is it, mom?" my question to her. I feel excited about her answer."Damien's mother," she answered me. "Come on, dear, face down your mother-in-law."I feel disappointed. I don't even know why I feel that way. But I gathered to nod slowly. "Okay mom, I'll be going to face her in quite a while."Mommy smiled at me and nodded. "We will wait for you downstairs, baby." She said then left me in my room.I sighed. I stood up and sat in front of my dresser. I looked at my face in front of the big mirror. I lost a lot of weight because of what was happening to me."Who do you think will be your guest, Aurora? Are you disappointed right now because he's not the one downstairs? Are you expecting him to come and pay a visit?" it suddenly came out of my mou
Perfect PlanI WAS at a restaurant with my friends. It was my first time leaving the house, I didn't leave the house for a month. My life just revolved in three cycles. Sleep, eat and garden. I spent my time planting and reading so that I don't remember the tragedy that happened in my life, especially the constant crying of my lost child."What are you going to do now? Is your life really going to revolve around your house?" Nancy asked as the waiter who served our meals left.I shook my head. "No, I'm just preparing myself. I enjoy living in our house because mommy and I will leave that house at any time.""Huh? Why are you leaving that house? That's your house, right?" Cedy immediately frowned."That's what I thought when I married him. But no, now that the marriage is about to end, mommy and I will leave it. It's been theirs since the Harrisons bought the title from the bank where Daddy mortgaged it.""As in, will they take it back forcefully?" Nancy frowned.I shook my head again.
New BeginningHOTEL ALFONSO, SEVILLEThe Hotel Alfonso, Seville is a perfect example of the combined Moorish and European influences that epitomize the Sevillian style. There is an expansive garden and pool area to enjoy the sunny outdoors. There are also restaurants ranging from outdoor cafes to gourmet that is also available onsite."Hey?"I looked up at the open door of my room. I smiled and adjusted my seat."Yes, mom?"Mommy came to my bed and sat there. "Are you busy, dear?" she asked looking at my laptop."Not really, mom. I'm just doing research at the Alfonso Hotel.""Where will you be working for the next few days?" she asked me."Yes, look. Here it is..."Mommy looked at the pictures on the laptop monitor. "Nice and wonderful hotel," he looked at me. "Are you sure of your decision, Aurora?"I breathed and folded the laptop then faced her. "Yes, Mommy... I've made up my mind, especially now that I've accepted the job offered to me by the owner of that establishment."She smi
Hotel ManagerONE YEAR LATER!I AM busy helping the crew of Hotel Alfonso, we are rearranging the table and chairs. We added new ones because we were lacking so much almost every day. Hotel Alfonso is one of the places people go to in Spain. As a manager of the luxury restaurant of Alfonso hotel, I have to address everything that is lacking and needed there."I think we should put it here," I said in the English language.Well, it's a good thing that the worker there knows the English language, otherwise, I would definitely be the one in trouble.I have been working there for a year. I might say, I am already entertained and I love my job as a manager in that restaurant even more. I am learning their language, I tried but I am not speaking pure Spanish. My boss was more impressed with me, so within a year, I won many awards and competitions as an executive. My career flourished as one of the best in that field."Ms. Aurora,"I turned to the person who call my name. "Oh, yes, Maca?" Ma
Convention Ball"WOW, wow. Qué Hermosa Mujer (What a beautiful woman). Do you agree?" Said the gay make-up artist who was there in my apartment."Of course, she was so beautiful with my piece. The perfect Hazy Plunging Neck Embellished Dress for the Convention party absolutely suits her." A gay tailor who made the gown I was wearing said with a smile."Muchas gracias. And also thanks for making me beautiful tonight,""De nada, pretty." They answered me in unison.I was still smiling as I stared at my reflection in front of the mirror. I was so thankful because I didn't have a hard time putting on make-up myself, and that's because of Mrs. Alfonso. She kindly asked to deliver the gown I will wear tonight to where I live and she has also provided me with a make-up artist.When the artist is already done with my make-up, they left immediately. I, on the other hand, headed to my car to go to the Parador De Ronda Hotel.It took me an hour before I reached the said hotel. I was immediately w
Romantic DanceWHAT I didn't expect that night was to be called and be one of those awarded under the name of Hotel Alfonso. I was so glad to receive the award, I also thanked and acknowledged a lot to the good owner of my workplace.As the night continued, there were more people all around. I'm thankful that I didn't have to face Damien again.Like everyone else, I socialize with the few people I know who are there. Others I only met at convention seminars that I attend."Oh Aurora, my daughter is finally here. Come on, I will introduce you to my daughter, Raquel." The smiling statement of Mrs. Alfonso.I saw an unusual beauty approaching our direction. When I looked at her companion, I suddenly stood up straight. I didn't expect that he would show up again and that time the daughter of Alfonso will be with him.I swallowed and looked away. I gulped my wine and smiled at the lady next to me."Hola, mi Hija. Good evening," mother and daughter kissed each other's cheeks."Hola, mamá."
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