LOGINEver since she was young, she has been loving Cedric Miguel Villacencio but unfortunately, he happens to love her stepsister Leanna. Having an evil stepmother and a stepsister, her life couldn't be more lucky when they slandered her to her father and the latter chose to believe them over her. She may have a Cinderella life but not a Cinderella story. Cinderella was loved by the prince but unfortunately, she was hated by the prince. As growing up, she never cared about what other people thought of her. She was often being misunderstood and regarded as the troublemaker but what hurt her the most is when Cedric Miguel chose to believe the lies of Leanna over her. Running away from home, she decided to stay and live with her mother's best friend in Calor Del Cielo to move on and have a peaceful life. Years had passed and their paths crossed again in unexpected ways. Cedric Miguel apologized for misjudging her years ago and started to get closer again with her. But what surprised her is when he suddenly confessed that he like her and wanted to formally court her. Guarding her heart from another heartbreak, she tried to avoid and reject him. Unfortunately, no matter how she tried hard to hate him, the more she was falling hard for him. So to get rid of him, she accepted Inigo as her boyfriend and frankly told him that she will never like him. Will she can stand her decision of learning to love Inigo or be betrayed by her own feelings just to follow what her heart wants?
View MoreFirst impressions are often entirely wrong. People easily make judgments based on what they can see and often jump to conclusions without considering the whole picture. It is easy to form an opinion about someone, especially if you convince yourself of it or others make you believe it. I have always been used on how people look at the harder edge of me, that I am mean, selfish and conceited spoiled brat. I don't usually care for what people think of me. The less I care, the less I hurt. I have trusted people but ended up being deceived and betrayed. In this cruel world I have learned not to trust easily. Some are skilled in disguising and experts in making people believe in their goodness while secretly playing a dangerous game. They hide their true colors behind a facade of innocence just to seize what they desire. I'd say I'm not a good judge of character, but trust me, I'm often easily judged.
They say love is amazing, but love can be a dangerous game. It can be treacherous, painful and can leave scars that will run deep through the heart. It can nurture hate and anger, but it is a much more difficult thing to grasp, especially when it's unrequited. In my case, I don't chase love or attention. If it's not given freely, then it's not worth having. That's what I used to believe but not until I met Cedric Miguel Villacencio- the only man who never failed to make some havoc in my system. He's almost perfect in every way and excellent in every aspect. I know I won't stand a chance on him not only because he's way too out of my league but also because he has eyes for only one woman and that's Leanna- my stepsister. He thinks the worst of me and I hate him for always being a jerk. He can never be mine, I have known that a long time ago.
Sometimes, I hate that the heart is persistent and very hopeful. I hate that it can endure pain and can love deeply without expecting in return. That love and hate are two sides of the same coin, and in my case, it's a volatile mix. I hate him with a passion. I hate that I'm so easily affected no matter how hard I try not to. I hate that things don't always go the way we want them to be and I hate that this love is so strong, patient and selfless. But I guess, I hate myself more for keep on loving him for all these years.
I have known that life isn't always fair. That in this lifetime, we cannot always get what we want no matter how badly wished to have it. Luck might favor us in some desperate moments but there are also times that no matter how we strive hard to have it when it's not bound to be yours, you can never have it. It's the harsh reality of life, I guess. I can be a fighter, but I won't keep fighting a battle I know I will lose. Yes, I can love silently, but I won't fight for something that was never meant to be mine in the first place. I know my limits too. Trust me, I know when and how to stop. That even it will hurt me so deeply, I will still know how to let go...
I am Gavriella Dela Garza, and this is my bittersweet love story.
The days passed by so quickly, and we didn't even realize that we've been staying in this place for almost a month. It is only now that I have felt this happy in my entire life, and I never thought that it would be even happier than what I imagined way back when I was just dreaming of him. But even though we are so happy now, I can't help but think about what might be happening to those we left behind, especially him. I am aware of the constant calls from his parents, especially his Dad, about their company and businesses. I know he has a lot of responsibilities in the Company and he is the only one his parents are relying on to take care of their businesses because he is their only child. He can't stay here this long but because of me, he is staying. He doesn't say anything to me but I know that he needs to go back. That's why I decided to talk to him about it one afternoon while we were resting in our usual spot on the hammock. Beneath the blue sky, the breeze was gentle and refre
The past few days have been a dream and I had so much fun each passing day I spent with him . Picnics on the beach, swimming in crystal waters, thrilling jet ski rides, island hopping adventures, snorkeling through vibrant reefs, and leisurely strolls through bustling local markets. We've almost explored and eaten at all the unique and famous delicious restaurants in the area. We're either sightseeing or having a picnic at beautiful spots during the day, and every night he takes me to a romantic dinner date he meticulously planned. It's like we're on a blissful vacation, a world away from the life I ran from in the Capital. How I wish we could just stay here forever, far from my family, far from the people who seek to tear us apart. Now, we find ourselves submerged in the warm embrace of the jacuzzi, sipping champagne under a canopy of stars, a perfect ending to a dinner date he orchestrated by our
"When did you find out I was here?" I asked him curiously as I tilted my head back against his chest.We were both resting in the hammock placed between two coconut trees. We are both now staying in the private villa he rented right in the same resort I was staying. I have to admit that the spot of his villa is better than the room I initially rented. The brute, he really made sure I would move rooms and stay with him. He’d insisted on it, a blatant, possessive act I couldn’t find in myself to resist as well. We were both lying down, with my head resting on his chest. The view from here directly faces the beach, so you can see a few people dinghy sailing from afar."On the second day you went missing," he replied coolly."What?!" My breath hitched in my throat. And there I thought I had really hidden from him for a whole week."Do you think you can escape and hide from me that easily?" He said boastfully, a hint of arrogance laced his tone. "I
I decided to sunbathe that afternoon after swimming in the sea. The sun wasn't too harsh, and its rays felt warm. I lay down on one of the empty sun loungers and rested there. Because of the gentle sound of the sea and the breeze, I didn't realize I had fallen asleep. I was startled awake when I suddenly felt like someone was watching me. When I opened my eyes, I was shocked to see Cedrick Miguel standing in front of me, blocking my view of the sun. His hands were planted on his hips, his posture rigid, and his gaze burned into me. From his aura and the way he was looking at me, I could sense his anger and irritation as he looked down at me."So here you are, basking in relaxation, without a care for those you left behind in the Capital! I was nearly dying from worry, scouring everywhere for you, and you're here living the best time of your life!" His voice was laced with anger and resentment.I slowly sat up, rubbing my eyes, questioning if this was real. I was stunne
The weight of my heartache was a physical burden as I packed some of my few clothes. I decided to travel and flew south. In times like these, I usually run to the Tamayo's, but this time I couldn't bring myself to go to Santa Lucia. To be honest, I'm still ashamed to face them because of what happened between Inigo and me. Even though Aunt Eleanor had called and told me before, telling me not to worry and that even though Inigo and I are no longer together, she still considers me like her child. She said that she and Jimena aren't angry at me and that I should continue to visit whenever I want or feel like it. I'm happy that they don't hold any grudges against me, but the shame still lingers, and I can't face them, not after what happened with Inigo.I left the capital without telling anyone, not even Cedrick Miguel, and simply emailed my resignation letter to the office. Only Kaycee knows where I am. Although my friend tried to stop me from leaving, I couldn't be swaye
I was walking down the hallway, heading back to the office, when my phone buzzed with a call from Allyssa."Hey! What's up?" I greeted, trying to keep my tone light.But the moment I heard her sobs on the other end of the line, a knot of dread tightened in my stomach. "Hey! What's wrong?" I asked, my voice laced with concern."Gav... Leanna's been taken to the hospital. She... she tried to commit suicide. She slashed her wrists."The words hit me like a physical blow, stealing the air from my lungs. My blood ran cold, and a wave of numbness washed over me, leaving me reeling in shock. "W-Where are you now?" I managed to stammer, my voice barely a whisper."I'm on my way to the hospital," she choked out between sobs."Okay, I'm going there too. Send me the details of which hospital she's at," I said, trying to sound more composed than I felt.Hanging up, I rushed out of the office, driving to the hospital without a word to anyone












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