"Is that what it's like to have a child, Abigail? Your blooming has been different this past week. You're getting better, you bwakangshit!”I laughed at Candy. "It's broken, I just tried really hard to fix it, so my schedule is like this."They way she praise me, it's as if she doesn't see me every day. While my daughter and I were in Palawan, we made via calls every day."Ah just, you're beautiful! There must be a lot of people flirting with you there, right? Care to share, sis."I shook my head and was about to answer when Casper, who was still carrying Stacey from the kitchen, intervened in our conversation. I looked at my son, what flavor of lollipop was in his hand."Of course, I'm one of them!" He said, that's why Candy and I laughed. "Just kidding, I've been waiting for two years, still nothing?"I shook my head. Casper's face crumpled as if he was hurt even though the truth was that he accepted it and it was clear to both of us that we can only be friends with each other.I no
"You really saw him?! Oh my god, what did you do then?" Candy asked curiously after I told her about what happened yesterday.As usual, the reactions she released to me were very overacted.I looked at her, and I could clearly see how the popcorn in her bowl would fall."No, what should I do?" I asked, confused, looking away at the same time."Hug him?..." Her eyes widened.I couldn't help but be shocked. "Yes, Candy. I'm sorry, okay. When I gave birth to Stacey, that's when I realized that I was doing something wrong. Stacey, that's when I realized that I was doing something wrong. That's why I confess every week, right?"I was left speechless when I thought about how awesome I used to be. I almost ruined a relationship because of my illusion. I knew what I was doing then; I was just too blinded by my will to realize that my behavior was excessive. But since I moved out and until now, all I have asked for is forgiveness. Even if I can't tell them face-to-face, I just pass it on throu
"It's like you don't want to let your mother and daughter back into my house, Troy. You can just haul away their things." Candy commented while watching how Troy and his partner took out all of Stacey and I's belongings.Even I have the same thought. He really didn't leave one. Even though I tried to single him out, there was absolutely no way out."I think we should go; you have no more things here." Troy stood in front of me, but my friend interjected."Come on, run away right away. Can't you bond with us friends first?"Troy raised an eyebrow, apparently not liking what Candy said. "No. You've been together for a long time. And one more thing." Troy suddenly paused and again looked at me. He took a deep breath. Its eyes darkened. "Perhaps this friend of yours will decide to leave me again, and I won't be able to find you again." He turned to Candy again.Candy grinned. "You don't want that; play hide and seek again? It's fun, don't you want that?" Troy's face crumpled and eventual
"Daddy, you like me, don't you, even before I was born?"Troy and I were stunned when Stacey suddenly asked a question. We are currently traveling through Tagaytay to take a vacation.We had only been at his house for a few weeks, and he immediately invited me. Fortunately, I'm done with the board exam, so it's fine to take a vacation first.Troy turned to me and eventually met the gaze of my daughter, who was cradled in my chest."Of course, baby. Even though you're not here yet, I like and love you. Why did you ask that?" Looking back at the road.I winced. If you ask me, Stacey wouldn't be the firstborn if the first thing that happened to us went through.I scratched my head at the thought. I just turned to Stacey, who was now sniffling, and dropped her head on my chest; her face was on her father."Ahm... I just thought of you because I haven't seen you in a long time. I'm always talking about your picture, and I'm asking about it when you don't respond."Troy turned to his daught
WARNING: This chapter contains a sexual scenes. "Manang, aren't there any other eggs that haven't been splattered?""I don't know about you kid, you're just like an egg?! You haven't cooked yet? How poor your mother and daughter are."I raised my eyebrows as I went down the stairs. From where I was standing, I could hear Troy's loud squealing as if he was being slaughtered. I quickly walked towards the kitchen and there I caught what he was doing.He's cooking.Manang immediately grabbed me and I immediately signaled him not to bother informing Troy of my presence."You know manang, I should just feed my mother and daughter porridge. It's easier to do that than this pest egg that is constantly squished with---waaah! Oil!"Troy's scream made me wince and wince. Manang, on the other hand, was shaking in his position as Troy's patience was obviously running out. I looked around at the clutter on the counter top. A lot of egg shells were scattered. Even those trays that were placed in th
WARNING! This chapter contains a sexual scenes. "You didn't even let me explain, Gail. You left right away; you led me right away."I sniffed as I watched the tears fall from her mouth one after another."Can you blame me, Troy? You broke my heart several times and then I found out that you only kissed me because your ex was there. Then you were drunk and brokenhearted at the time. The last time, I knew you were drunk too let's lead to that world again."Troy's hand covered mine."But I texted you after right? I even searched the whole university because I couldn't really see you, I wanted to clarify what happened but you just ran away---""Isn't that what you said before? That I should be running far?" I grinned at him.Troy laughed and buried his face in my neck. I swallowed a little when I felt his lips touch mine again with a kiss. He can't really avoid this one, apart from my lips he touches me more often with small kisses on my neck."I know I was too stupid for you, Abigail. I
I woke up early to prepare breakfast for my lovely friends Troy and Stacey. An unforgivable sweet smile was plastered on my lips because of the scenario Troy and I shared last night. I'm not a teenager anymore, but this feeling seems to bring me back to those times.Well, what I feel is my justice, so I don't have to hold back anymore.I shook my head and started cooking. I'm not sure if this is still what Troy wants, because his son also likes caldereta. I just divined his reaction later.I was currently cooking when I heard the doorbell ring. Maybe they were still asleep, so I was the one who hurriedly opened the door. But before I could go completely outside the gate, I saw one of Troy's men approaching me, carrying a bunch of roses that he immediately handed to me."Flowers for you, my lady." He grinned while bowing.I gasped and raised an eyebrow. I was about to speak to ask why he gave it to me when I suddenly saw Troy standing in front of us and staring intently at the man.His
TROY'S POINT OF VIEW:I don't know why I deviated from the straight path in my constant search for myself as I continued to grow. I was thirteen then when I said to myself that I belonged to the federation of guys who liked their same sex. At first, I couldn't quite imagine; how could it be? But I was enlightened when Jack, my best friend and now my lover, explained everything to me. Later, I didn't question it anymore, and when I admitted to my parents who I really am, they accepted and loved me wholeheartedly.I'm happy because nothing has changed. They are still like moms to me, although mommy and I bond more because we both love girly stuff.When I entered senior high, my dearest childhood friend confessed. I thought it was gaga's joke time, but it's true! I was too stunned to even talk to her after that disgusting confession.I didn't think that when she admitted that, she would start to disturb my quiet world."I don't care if you're gay, Troy. I was hit by you, I can't do anyth
Abigail's Point of View; I felt like an idiot while walking along the hallway because I pushed myself against the wall just to avoid what I was supposed to avoid. Too messy. I'm confused. Ever since I left Troy's condo this past week, that man hasn't silenced me. I'm the one avoiding his presence, but he's the one who keeps coming. I was just surprised; he already had a bunch of roses with him and was going to give them to me all of a sudden. Candy was trying to make me explain to her what's happening, but I couldn't do it because even I was confused by Troy's sudden action, while we did have an argument before he got a fever. "You're my wife! Damn it, we're already married. We have kids; their names are Stacey, our eldest, Stella, our second, and Smael, our third born. Argh, I don't know. I don't know what to call that. Maybe it was just a dream, but it feels real. I even saw you burried—" That man. Everything was a dream to him, but I want him to punch him because why even did I
Troy Hanzou Monreal's Points of View;I don't know how I got up since I mourned the loss of my beloved wife. I don't know how I can continue my life when the only woman who gives me strength has been taken away from me by God. Is that really the life of a person? Is my wife's life really only ended there? She is not a bad person, but why was she chosen to be dead at such a young age?I don't know how to start. The ones who have accompanied me are my children, who are also shocked by the incident. They blame themselves so much, but they are not at fault. We hid it from them according to Abigail's wishes. She doesn't want to disturb our children. She wants them to make the most of their lives while enjoying their youth and zest for life. She didn't want to get in the way. It's something that makes me cry every night because I'm afraid that one day, when I wake up, she will suddenly disappear from me.I'm longing for my wife. I'm longing for the woman who makes me feel so loved and speci
"I realized my mistake in my actions, Mommy. I also know that I was not the only one who was hurt; Stacey explained everything to me. And I am the same to her. I apologize for avoiding him, I suddenly said to him. I was just afraid that we might share a heart; it didn't even occur to me that he would understand me better than I do myself." Stella gave me a long explanation.It's been a few days since she and her older sister talked. Their eyes almost met when they walked out of Stella's room together. Stella apologized profusely to the two lovers, who were only reciprocated by Lucas' smile and Stacey's hug to her younger sister. Everything is clear enough. They explained everything to each other, and eventually Stella decided to leave the country first to be healed peacefully.Troy was right. Stella will also think about this matter, so I have prepared myself.We are currently at the airport and are just waiting for Stella's flight to be announced. He was beside me with his hand on my
Abigail's Point of View;I never wondered in my entire life that my family would end up like this. Particularly to our daughters, who have misunderstandings because of one man. I can't believe it. The family I treasure was having a problem that no one could ever think of.I don't know what to say. Stella told me everything, and even Ethan did so. I don't know how to react to seeing Stella having a breakdown over something she doesn't want to feel.She's just in love. She was in love with the wrong guy, but that doesn't mean she committed a sin. while she's keeping her distance in any matter.I massage the bridge of my nose. This is absurd. In just a few days of us not having to be by their sides, this is what will happen. I really can't believe it."I take full responsibility, Mommy. I made a sin to them. I'm stopping myself; god knows how much I hate this. I didn't even think of convincing my sister to let go of her lover. I would never cross the line. I know where I should stand up,
Stacey's Point of View:It's been one week since the incident happened between me and Stella. And as I was wondering, she again pushed herself away from me and also from Lucas. Lucas told me everything; he points out those posts shared by Stella's account on social media. We're taping all those incidents that can be connected, and we are right. Stella's been having feelings since her debut. Since the day Lucas danced her on the shore in the middle of the night underneath the light moon on that July day.Feelings cannot really be stopped, because once youinterfere with your heart, it wouldn't change. In fact, it will bloom until you want to take the risk."You can't just decide for your sister's happiness, Stacey. You also need to hear what Lucas will say. You can't decide on your own because you're in a relationship with Lucas. Trust me, stop what you're thinking. That doesn't sound so good.""But I don't wanna hurt my sister—""You don't wanna hurt her, but you're going to hurt your
Stacey's Point of View;When we headed to our home, I was relieved when my parents didn't go home with my baby brother. They were most likely on a business trip with my father's team. I badly want to come with them, but I know it will be a great time for the three of them. Avoid a city with a toxic environment.I headed to Stella's bedroom, where I saw her sleeping peacefully. I heavily sighed and walked by her side. Lucas was already here. He said he's going to his best friend Thomas, and they will have a little drink. I didn't try to stop him since he's been too busy these past few days with his company. He's too stressed, and I know how he wants to spend quality time with me, but I prefer him with his friends."Why did you even try to have liquor in your body, Stella? What were you even thinking? This is the first time I've seen you like this; do you have a problem, sis?" I tried asking even though she's asleep like a princess.I squeeze her hand and hold it so close to my face.Sh
"Do you understand me, Lucas? I'll try to forget my feelings for you. But this issue shouldn't be walking to my sister's ears. I don't know anymore how I will talk to you like those normal days, and so on to her. I badly need time for this. I can't take the consequences right now; it's hard to absurb. You know what I mean, right?"I let out a breath and nodded. I understand what she wants us to do. I don't want to add fuel and set it on fire. It just didn't make any sense at all, but somehow there's something in the back of my mind saying that Stacey should know this kind of thing. After all, she's involved here somehow. But on the other hand, I can't take the act first; it must be Stella's wish."But we can't hide it for too long, Stella, just to remind you," I told her.She nodded. "I knew that; I was so ready to tell her, but then I was shocked and at the same time I was hurt seeing your scene with her inside of her office. I need her time; I want to talk to her because guilt was
Lucas's Point of View:I was let out of my words when I saw her pined post. Was it me? I immediately shook my head. Maybe it was Ethan.I sighed and checked the date when she shared it. And my, I can't help but just close my eyes."This isn't me. Probably she was referring to someone else. Yes, right. It must be someone else." I tried to convince myself.I close my phone and let it slide to my side. I can't think properly because of her account, where she shared tons of things about loving someone, but on the other hand, it's heartbreaking.I will convince myself that she's not referring to me. But I was also having a craziness of mind when I knew for sure that she wasn't friendly to others, like she is right now with Ethan.The post was shared about a month ago, before she and Ethan met and before our vacation. I am the only one who's been with her for the longest time. Should I say it was really pretty? Damn it.I was out of consciousness when I suddenly heard a noise inside my room
Lucas's Point of View:As soon as I drove away from Stacey's place, I started to call my friend. I gave him what he needed to find my girlfriend's sister right now. I saw how Stacey worried sickly for her younger sister. Of course I am too. Stella was so precious to me. Those times that I and her sister couldn't handle our friendship, she was the one who was trying to fix the damage between her sister and I. She's our bridge.But somehow, since we went back from our vacation, she's been avoiding her sister and me. She's okay with the others'. She even made a friend there, and she's had that guy until now. She is okay with her parents, her younger brother, and even my friends and Stacey's friends too. But with the both of us, I don't know what to name it.She's been very distant. Stacey burst out with what she felt towards what her sister was trying to do. She just doesn't have the strength to ask her because she thinks that maybe she's overreacting to something that's supposed to be n