Dalisay's pov, "I have decided to liquidate some of the assets to raise capital for the company," I declared solemnly as we sat down for dinner. The dining hall fell silent as my words hung in the air. My mom and Karl looked at me in disbelief, their mouths agape. They had no idea what to say. "I know this may come as a shock," I continued, "but it is a necessary step if we are to keep the company afloat. We must make sacrifices to ensure the future of the business." My mother's eyes widened in disbelief, her brows furrowed in concern. My husband's face was contorted with confusion, his mouth agape. They both looked at me as if I had just uttered blasphemy, their disbelief and skepticism palpable. I could tell they were not pleased with my announcement, but I was determined to remain resolute, knowing that this was the only way to ensure the company's survival."It's the best idea I can think of right now, " I took a deep breath as I continued to explain my reasoning, hoping the
Luciana's Pov, "What's going on, Dali?" I asked, my voice tight with irritation as I watched Karl excuse himself from the table after Dinner. It seemed odd that Dalisay would entrust such a significant task to Karl, especially given his lack of experience in real estate. I couldn't help but wonder if her change of heart was due to her growing affection for him, perhaps brought on by her pregnancy. Alternatively, she could have simply been feeling overwhelmed by the responsibility of managing the family's properties and was looking for a way to offload some of the stress. But regardless of the reason, the decision to put Karl in charge was certainly a wrong one. "Mom, please don't start again, I thought we'd agreed to put this topic to rest," Dalisay said wearily, clearly exhausted. I could sense her frustration, but I couldn't let the matter go without some resolution."I just need to know, are you trying to give Karl more power than me in the company?" I asked my tone firm and in
Two weeks later, Amihan's POV, It was a relief to see Judith's smile returning to her face, even if it was tinged with sadness. The past few weeks had been a rollercoaster of emotions, but we were beginning to see the light at the end of the tunnel. Judith was starting to heal, even if it was a slow and painful process. I was determined to be there for her every step of the way, and I knew that eventually, she would be able to find happiness again. For now, I was just glad to see her slowly coming back to life. The deafening silence from Dalisay regarding my offer to purchase fifty percent shares in the company was troubling, given the massive losses they had recently suffered. I couldn't help but question their decision-making and business acumen, as it seemed unfathomable that they would not respond to an offer that could potentially save the company from further financial ruin. I wondered if there was something more at play, some hidden agenda or ulterior motive that was preven
Dalisay's pov, I heard a commotion at the company's gate, followed by a deep, urgent voice. "Let me in! I need to see Dalisay!" it shouted. My heart pounded as I recognized the voice - it was Adams. Why was he here? What did he want? I felt a wave of panic wash over me. Should I stay hidden or go to the gate to find out what was going on? What was he doing in my office after we both agreed to call off wherever we had since I wanted to be faithful to my marriage? For days, I had turned a blind eye to Adams's calls and texts, knowing full well that he was trying to reach me. But I couldn't bring myself to talk to him, not after everything that had happened. Our last outing had been so perfect, so full of hope and possibility but they were a mirage. As I walked to the company's gate, my heart melted as I saw Adams was engaged in a heated argument with the security guard, who was trying to prevent him from entering the Premises. Several members of my staff had gathered around, draw
Amihan's POV, As the car made its way down the familiar streets of San Fernando, I found my mind wandering to memories of the past. I remembered the times when Dalisay and I would drive this very same route to visit Adam and explore the nearby town of Cabanatuan. Those were simpler times when the future was full of possibility and hope. Now, my life had taken a very different turn, and I wasn't sure what lay ahead. But I was determined to make the best of it and to cherish the memories I had made along the way while seeking my revenge. "Are you sure Adams still lives here," Judith asked cutting off my train of thought, and I nodded. "I can't imagine Adams ever wanting to leave San Fernando, he's always been so attached to his hometown. It's where he grew up, and it's where his roots are. I don't think he'd ever want to give that up," I said, with a tone of conviction. Judith nodded, with a thoughtful expression, "It's amazing how some people can be so connected to a place," sh
Judith's POV, Even though it had been a month since my conversation with Maxwell, I still couldn't fully digest what he'd said. Each day felt like an uphill battle as I dragged myself out of bed and faced the world - knowing that nothing was quite as it seemed. Work became all-consuming to distract my mind. any possibility of interacting with him was avoided at all costs. despite trying so hard to evade him, his presence lingered persistently in my life - almost haunting me every time our paths crossed. The tension between us continued to mount during these awkward exchanges which ultimately made things worse for me internally too. I deliberately avoided any contact with him as we went about our duties in the office and the few times we unavoidably met, I always had an excuse to keep our conversation short. I had to admit, part of me still cared about Maxwell, even after everything that had happened. But I was also furious with him for shattering my sense of reality and forcing me
Judith's POV, Days had turned into weeks, and still, I couldn't shake the pain. It was like an open wound, festering and refusing to heal. I had been through breakups before, but never had I felt such agony. It was as if my heart had been ripped out of my chest, leaving a gaping hole in its place. I tried to distract myself, to move on, but nothing seemed to help. The hurt was too deep, the ache too raw. I felt like I was drowning in my misery, with no way out.I put on a brave face every day, pretending that I had moved on, that I was okay. But as soon as I caught sight of Maxwell, all the pain came rushing back, like a dam bursting inside of me. We worked together, and there was no way to avoid him completely. Even if there had been, I knew that deep down I didn't want to. I was drawn to him, like a moth to a flame, knowing full well that it could only lead to disaster. I was caught in a web of my own making, unable to break free.I longed for the day I would wake up from this nigh
Maxwell's POV, Over the past weeks, I've been on an emotional roller coaster, from the ups and downs of my friendship with Judith to the tension in my relationship with my mother. It's been a tumultuous time, filled with highs and lows. I've felt a wide range of emotions, from anger to sadness to frustration. My world has felt chaotic and out of control. I'm struggling to make sense of it all and to find my footing again. Amihan's life has been a whirlwind of activity these past weeks, leaving her little time to spend with me in person. Even though we talked on the phone every day, it's not the same as seeing each other face to face. But I understand that she's a successful young CEO, and her time is precious. I admire her work ethic and drive, even if it means we don't get to spend as much time together as I'd like. I'm willing to make that sacrifice because I love her.I eagerly counted down the hours until the workday ended, eager to spend time with Amihan at the cinema. I had mis