“What are you guys talking about?” Daniel asked when he passed by Aila and Mindy, his co-secretaries. Aila was the vice-president's secretary, while Mindy worked for one of the board directors.
“This fella tried to trick me by telling me that he saw that stoic tiger laugh," says Aila.
“You mean Mr. Vincaster?” he asked.
“Ssshhh,” says Mindy, putting her index finger on her lips.
Daniel laughed and replied, “I saw him smile before but haven’t seen him laughing. Are you sure you didn’t mistake him for someone?”
“I was about to stay for a while on the rooftop, but it was my first time seei
Serina was cleaning the house when she noticed a black leather wallet and cellphone on top of the coffee table in the sala."Look at this sensitive guy. He used to scold me for putting my things on top of the coffee table. Guess who forgot to keep his thing in its right place," she murmured while picking it.Suddenly her curious ass gets the better of her. Serina knew laying her hand on somebody else's possession was not a good character at all, but she could not help wondering why Vincaster was mad when she tried to peek at his wallet in the past."I'm just using this chance to know the things I didn't know back then. It's not like I'm taking money from him nor stealing his black card," she said while opening the wallet. Her hand lost its grip when a picture cau
After visiting her sister Saniah, Serina went to the chairman's ward. She brought a basket of fruits for Vincaster's grandfather."You're here, Dani? Where's Caster?" Serina looked around, trying to be hopeful to see her husband for the sake of putting up a show in front of the man lying on the hospital bed."He went outside. Did you not cross paths with him?" Daniel replied."Anyway, did you miss me, grandpa?" Serina placed the basket on top of the bedside table."Seri and grandpa, do you wanna hear a funny story today?" says Daniel.Serina wore a perplexed look on her face as she tried to recall what significant event could have happened in th
Serina woke up early, as did Vincaster. He greeted her 'good morning' only to receive a death glare. When Vincaster glanced in the other direction, she scanned his left leg through her eyes. She was relieved upon seeing that he truly listened to her, though the warning sounds crazy.A sun struck on the window, then a ray of sunlight passed through. Suddenly, Serina found herself admiring the magnificent creation in front of her. She only stopped when Vincaster made a teasing statement; he said, "My wife, are you falling for me?"Serina recalled they had the same conversation, but the only difference is it happened in the dining area, not in the pathway to the kitchen. She recalled that her husband asked her the same question. She also recalled that she was thrilled by his question. However, her cowardness to tell him her true feeling
Serina was taking her break at faculties lounge together with her co-faculty, her friend Psyche, and Gregory."Daniel and I, we're planning to move in together," says Psyche."How about getting married first?" Gregory asked."That's not necessary in the modern world. We have to live together so we could test if we're compatible, then marriage will follow," Psyche replied."How about you Serina, you seem extra busy for the past months. You better spill if you're dating someone, so I could change my friends since I am the only single here. Just kidding," says Gregory."You guys need to have a life. Go get yourselves a person to spend your life with. We'
Serina woke up, and she saw Vincaster uncomfortably sleeping on the floor with his head resting on the couch. She immediately removed her hand, where his head was."Why is he sleeping on the floor? I don't understand how his big brain works." She wanted to slap Vincaster to wake him up, but her hand failed to be a war freak, and instead of inflicting pain, her hand caressed his face. Serina ran her finger on his long lashes, to his nose bridge down to its tip. She stared at him and found herself mesmerized by his looks again. She immediately slapped the back of her palm upon remembering such a scene was similar to the past.She tapped her cheeks twice and uttered, "I didn't realize I was making the same mistake again. Why did I
Vincaster went to LV and visited the school along with the director and playwright, who wanted to use the school as a shooting site for two months. If it wasn't for Serina, he would set his foot and face the visitors, but since he would see his wife too, then why would he miss this chance."We will only use half of the campus facility to avoid causing trouble to LVeans.""Sure no problem. It's a win-win situation for both of us. You gotta shoot your new movie then our school would be televised," he replied while entering the cafeteria.They sat in the middle area, five blocks away from the entrance. Meanwhile, a group of three young senior high school girls entered and sat a few closer to where Vincaster was."Isn't
Vincaster stared at the huge mirror in the bathroom while rehearsing what to say to Serina. He was also trying to smile sweetly and successfully pulled a charismatic smile but failed to execute it because it feels strange to act like a sweet boy."Good morning. Are you prepared for the camp later?""Good morning. Are you ready for today's camp?""This is so frustrating."He sighed and crouched in front of the mirror while tweaking his hair. He's been trying to start a casual friendly conversation with Serina, but always ends up in an epic fail, just like last night and the following days cuz' every time he tried to approach her, Serina would leave as if she knew that he had something to say.
'Oh well... Sh*t happens.'"Y-yeah. I like men's T-shirts because they are comfortable to wear," she replied with a faint laugh."Omaygad, same. I also brought a T-shirt I borrowed from my live-in partner."She was somewhat relieved until Pia touched one of the GUCCI Men's Black Logo-Print Cotton T-Shirts."Is this real? It's $400 in *Bay sale," says Pia.'$400? Just for this Gucci shirt? Anyway, it's not the issue here,' says Serina's mind."I don't know. It was a gift," she replied after snatching back the shirt from Pia."Wh
Psyche and Serina decided to study again for a master's degree as soon as their children turned two years of age. They are now celebrating their achievement on the lawn and garden of Liverteo's manor. Serina and Vincaster buy a bigger house with a wide lawn and garden because they want to build a playground and tree house for Vera, and hopefully, if there's another blessing to add to their family tree. "Congratulations on getting the degree, wifey." Vincaster kissed his wife's cheek. "Also, congrats to you Psyche," he added. "Congrats, Honey." Daniel kissed Psyche's lips, which made the Liverteo cringe, and they said in chorus, "The kids are watching." "They are busy playing, so kissing on lips is fine." Psy
Serina woke up feeling annoyed with her husband. She even hated the smell of the food he had cooked for her. “What’s the occasion? Why are there so many disgusting foods?” she asked. “You look thin, so I wanted to feed you,” he replied as he pulled a chair and helped his wife to occupy the seat. Well, it was true, she did not gain much weight compared to some pregnant women who usually gain a lot during their pregnancy. Maybe because she became a picky eater, which she had never done before. And, she suspected that the baby is likely to have inherited such a trait from his fussy dad. “It’s because I’m so stressed seeing you every day. Anyway, what’s the point of gaining weight?” she replied while scrutinizin
"Sister, didn't you just celebrate your first wedding anniversary last April, so why are you getting married again?" "Well, your sister promised that we will have a double wedding," Psyche interrupted. "I see. I also want to have a double wedding with my first bestfriend," says Savinah. "You're too young to get married! Mom, watch over this kid, she's blabbering about marriage," she scolded her younger sister but the latter only rolled her eyes. Then, Samira and Saniah only laughed. "Duh, I didn't say I am going to marry at this age," Savinah retracted. Serina was about to respond, but the bridal car had arrived already.
Serina was decluttering things along with Vincaster's wheelchair because he no longer needed it. Those things that they no longer used were stored in Serina's room. After all, it was unoccupied since she agreed to share a room with her husband two months ago because it is easier to tend to his needs if she's near him. Moreover, she had confessed her feelings to him, and there was no need to disclose what had happened after the confession; even a man with a cast on his right leg can still warm a bed. Vincaster was in the office, and Serina has no classes today because the school calendar is yet to start. She was kind of nervous about the school opening this August. Her husband told her that they should make a public appearance as a couple to clear the rumor of her being a mistress. Although such a topic had died eventually, still, they need to make it clear.
The sun cast shadows on worn gray stones, filtering through green tree leaves, bright yellow flowers pushing up through thick grass. One can hear the wind rustling leaves of nearby trees that defy the silent atmosphere, as there are no other people around the vast grassy area of Royale Y cemetery, aside from Serina and her company. Serina wore a white above-the-knee dress and paired it with white heels. She brought a bouquet with her, which she placed on the ground. Then, she scented a candle and prayed for the person lying six feet below the ground. She stared at the sky and watched the clouds move in a clear blue sky. "I hope you are at peace wherever you are," says Serina as she caresses the tomb with the words 'Rest in peace' engraved on it. Daniel patted her
Serina didn't know why she was standing in front of the door, holding her phone. She was back from the seminar only to realize that her feet brought her in front of the hotel room where she saw Vincaster with Hillary."What the hell am I doing here?" she asked while holding the doorknob of the hotel. Suddenly, a cold wind blew hard, along with a voice that said, 'it's about time'.Then, the next thing she knew was, her hand had opened the room. She witnessed the same picture from the past, whereas Vincaster was with Hillary, covered with a blanket from neck to toe.In the back of Serina's mind was cursing whatever force that brought to go to this place. It might sound insane, but she momentarily lost control of herself. Indeed there are truly unexplainable things that
Serina heaved a heavy breath while holding the printed copy of the petition to dissolve her matrimony with Vincaster."I have a week or so. I must live because my family needs you. I can't perish at this point, everything was fine in myfamily. I have a loving family who will grieve for my death, so stay focused on my goal," she said while walking back and forth.She kept walking back and forth while keeping the time in check. She was waiting for the hands of the clock to point to 23:00. Then, the moment she had been waiting has now come to the floor."Why are you still awake?"She didn't reply with words, instead, a paper did its part to tell what she wanted to say.
Vincaster finds it hard to sleep because of the stress brought by his wife, and he also could not sleep due to a wounded heart when she mentioned the divorce. Then, Chairman Vincreste's drastic deteriorating health had added rock to his head.He thought that if only his wealth could buy another year or so, to extend his grandfather's life, he would have purchased it by now.Vincaster closed his eyes and recalled the last conversation with the patriarch.~My wish is already fulfilled. I can now rest in peace, but remember to visit my tomb during my death anniversary. I will haunt you and your wife if you forsake my rested soul.~"I love her but I can't force love at all. Then, will you haunt Serina if she were
Serina was confused about why most students and even teachers were looking at her. Some of these people are even whispering among themselves. She went to the bathroom to see if there was something on her face.She's about to leave the restroom when she hears two teachers talking to each other, and they mention Serina'a name in their conversation. Instead of leaving, she hid in the last cubicle."You know Ms. Alpheus, right?" says Roxanne."Yeah, that girl who was always with Gregory?" Dionne replied."Guess who is with the CEO after new years eve." Roxanne flaunted a mischievous smile while swaying her eyebrow."You don't mean..." Dionne gasped, and she eve