A year after ending an old era in my life and facing challenges in my corporate life while still working on my channel, I feel so tired but my mind refuses to surrender.“You had a delivery,” Mom said while pointing at the white square envelope on the table.I got curious about it but I have a feeling that my parents know or at least have a hint of what it is about.“An invite?” I asked but she ignored me.The invite is for the wedding of Bobby and Rocio. It's no surprise that they would begin liking each other after going through their company’s ordeal but it still surprised me that it has reached this point already.“It’s for Bobby and Rocio’s wedding,” I said to my parents.They look at me without reaction on their faces. They knew it.“I know you won’t attend it,” Bobby said on the other line but he’s not mad.“But you did send an invite anyway,” I said.“That’s my way of telling you,” he said.“I wanted to call you last year when I saw you on the magazine cover but I thought it
My name is Audrey and after savoring seven sweet years in college shifting from one course to another, I am finally a graduate. My family can stop nagging at me for staying in college longer than they thought I should. However, a day after my graduation, they start telling me to review for the licensure examination. My family seems to have a problem relaxing. They always have something to do or work on every single time.“I’ve got so much on my plate. Can you let me breathe for a second?” I told my older sister Ally. “That’s because you haven’t completed enough so you think you still have a lot to do,” she said.“All I want is a break,” I said.“You’re procrastinating. You’re delaying things for what? You better think of what’s best for your life before you realize that your niece is already in college and accomplishing more than you did,” she continued.“I don’t know but I have a feeling that I don’t have to compete and work really hard. I feel that I am destined to meet some
I didn’t expect job hunting to be this difficult in real life. I realized it’s not easy to be noticed. I received invites to become salesperson, which I don’t consider a job. My idea of a job is something that puts me in a 9-5 schedule with desk, computer, and phone, with salary paid twice a month.I feel sad about being unemployed but I still don’t want to start reviewing for the licensure either. All the more I need to get connections. But where do I get them when I can’t even land my first job?My phone rang and it’s probably another invite to attend a seminar. I answered it because I have no one to talk to. I should’ve really stayed in college one more year.“Hello, this is Dorothy from IT&S. We received your resume last month. Can I invite you for an interview tomorrow? I’ll text you the details,” she said.I got the text containing the details of the interview. I am confused because it’s not the address I was expecting.“Are you sure this is the place? It’s a high-end
I look at those warm, loving eyes for God-knows-how long. They’re very mesmerizing. And to have them look back at me is heaven.“Are you sure you’re okay?” Bobby asked. I’m sure, he already asked me more than once before I came to my senses. This trip to Joaquim’s mansion made my mind wander a few times and Bobby witnessed all instances.He turned to the driver. “Jorge, make sure you show me the result of her pre-employment medical exam before you give it to Recruitment. I’m going to work closely with her so I need to know,” he joked. He did that in a way that’s not offensive. Perhaps, I am really crushing on him so I forgave him instantly.“Seriously, how did you find going to our boss’ place and meet him personally?” he asked.“To be honest, I wasn’t prepared meeting someone of that status,” I said.“But he’s so casual, wasn’t he?” he asked referring to Joaquim's get up.“Still, in my mind he’s the boss and that’s his house. It’s a totally brand new experience for a newbie l
I woke up in the middle of my sleep and realized it’s a minute before my clock alarms. This only means that I will go to the office. “I was going to wake you up but I saw that you were awake already. You must be excited to go to work,” my mother said. I don’t feel like putting a happy face when I see those few people in the office except of course for Bobby who is definitely the only one that can make me want to step foot in this place like now. I gave him a wonderful smile when he greeted me. “I was about to call you but you’re here now,” he said. I couldn’t believe he’s waiting for me. “Let’s go inside,” he said while leading me to the conference room. I couldn’t remember being invited to a meeting today. My curiosity was answered when I saw this figure I never expected here. “Hello, Audrey,” Quim greeted me. Quim looks different in his corporate attire. Although Bobby still looks better than him, I must admit that he carries his outfit well. “We received a short n
I was finally in the car that’s taking me home only to find out that it brought me back to the big house because it was nothing but a dream. I woke up to the sound of the doorbell. Someone was pressing it non-stop. My phone is full of messages and call notifications from my family, Bobby, and Quim. I checked time and it’s already 8AM. I overslept on the cozy bed.Not in my wildest dream or even in reality that I would find myself waking up one day and the first face I would see while still in my oversized robe was Quim. He stands a few meters away from the door and looks so concerned.“Are you sick?” he asked me. I immediately realized that he’s concerned about me getting the virus that can kill in a matter of hours. He might have thought that I died overnight.“I’m okay. I just overslept. I’m really sorry,” I said.“There’s a thermometer in the medicine cabinet. Check your temperature,” he ordered me and I couldn’t complain.My temperature is 36 degrees Celsius. I showed it to
Today is Saturday, which means today is the third day that I’m putting on the clothes I have been wearing since Thursday. I woke up early today to exercise and do other stuff to add more activities to my suddenly boring life but realizing this made me want to stay inside the guesthouse longer. I have already memorized everything there is to know about my life inside Quim’s compound. There’s not much of it, actually. So, to make sure he wouldn’t worry if I didn’t go out of the guesthouse, I texted him saying I would be staying in my room this morning and even sent him my temperature. Of course, receiving a response from him for matters like this is never to be expected.As I began to sulk in sadness, something told me, it wasn’t just me that needed to be checked. What if something happened to Quim overnight and I didn’t know?I immediately put on my office clothes and rushed to the big house. It’s open so that means he’s up. I went to the kitchen, which has become my go to plac
Mass online – check. Call parents – check. Talk to sister – ongoing.“Are you being honest with us? Does your female cook really stay there with you?” my sister asked.“I don’t why it is a priority to you. Just make sure to check on Mom and Dad while I am away but I’ll be home soon,” I told her.“C’mon, tell me because I have a strong suspicion you’re alone in that place with your boss,” she said.“You’re free to think of whatever you want. You’re the one who put me here in the first place. You played like a fairy godmother finding me a job and now you’re suspicious and worried as hell,” I told her.“I was just after your future and I still am,” she continued.“Alright. Oh, call time is over. Need to do other things. Bye,” I ended the call.I thought I missed that thing with my sister but no. Somehow I’m glad that I’m away from her. This place is perfect except for my situation with Quim who I should always remember as my boss and never my friend.Just the same, it wears me down
A year after ending an old era in my life and facing challenges in my corporate life while still working on my channel, I feel so tired but my mind refuses to surrender.“You had a delivery,” Mom said while pointing at the white square envelope on the table.I got curious about it but I have a feeling that my parents know or at least have a hint of what it is about.“An invite?” I asked but she ignored me.The invite is for the wedding of Bobby and Rocio. It's no surprise that they would begin liking each other after going through their company’s ordeal but it still surprised me that it has reached this point already.“It’s for Bobby and Rocio’s wedding,” I said to my parents.They look at me without reaction on their faces. They knew it.“I know you won’t attend it,” Bobby said on the other line but he’s not mad.“But you did send an invite anyway,” I said.“That’s my way of telling you,” he said.“I wanted to call you last year when I saw you on the magazine cover but I thought it
Needless to say that my parents, especially my father, are not happy with my split from Bobby. They’ve been giving me the cold treatment since that night that we broke up. He was my first serious boyfriend that they met and they were really rooting for him. I try to act normal every time I am working from home. I film my videos when they are already in their room. They thought my newfound interest was one of the reasons why I split from Bobby. Until now, they still believe that I still don’t know what I want in life and this cooking and filming interest is just another phase.“I’m glad you agreed to having additional one day working in the office,” Trevor said.“It’s fine. It’s starting to get boring at home. I see many are back to the usual set up,” I said.“Well, hybrid is the best. I won’t last the entire week working here,” he said.I smiled. It’s the first time I heard him say about his dislike about working in the office. “Anyway, your views are getting higher,” he sai
“Behind every successful man, there is a woman,” Rocio started her introduction.I feel the cringe as many eyes are looking at me like I’m the luckiest girl in the world.“How does it feel to be the wife of the youngest CEO and billionaire in the country? Not to mention – a very charming man?” a guest asked me.I can’t breathe. I don’t know what to say but I know what I want to do and that’s to run away from everyone.My phone has been ringing nonstop. I saw two missed calls prior to the current one.“You’re still awake, aren’t you?” Ally asked on the line.I checked the time. It’s still Saturday night. I fell asleep while uploading my latest videos in my online channel.“What do you want?” I asked.“Congratulations!” she said.“What? No! I’m not getting married yet!” I screamed.The dress that Auntie Blessy bought for me a few months ago is finally out of the closet. It’s simple yet very elegant. I’m still hesitant to wear it to my lunch with Bobby tomorrow.“Are you sure yo
The sight of Bobby eating with so much appetite is refreshing. But if my observation was right, he’s in need of something he couldn’t find just anywhere even with the power and money that he has.“Hey, join me. I’m sorry for devouring your food,” he said with a noticeable sad smile on his face.“It's alright. We had heavy snacks this afternoon,” I said.“Do they come here often?” he asked.“Just today. I wanted them to taste my desserts and……,” I said but couldn’t finish.“And then?” he asked.“I am also filming my cooking,” I said shyly.“You’re vlogging,” he said.“I want to try. It’s Trevor’s idea,” I said.“He’s got a great idea,” he said.I regret telling that to him. “You’re surrounded by good people,” he said.I’ve been wanting to ask him why he suddenly arrived but I recalled what my parents said that he’s not required to call in advance to let me know he’s coming. “I missed you. I missed being around you,” he said.He holds my hand while he continues eating. He looks
I spent the rest of the evening going through my old recipe notebook that contains all my imaginary recipes that I never get to try and have remained unfinished up to this day.Thanks to Bella for reminding me that once upon a time, I dreamed of becoming a chef or even just a cook. I realized once again that I spent so many years in college trying to figure out what I wanted to do in my life only to graduate, find a job, and still continue figuring out if what I’m doing now is the one that I really want.“Audrey is not with us yet,” Gelly said in the video call.I tried to open my eyes immediately. “I’m sorry. I was having a hard time sleeping last night,” I said an alibi.“We can proceed now,” Trevor said.“We will be needing your team’s assistance in our next project. Basically, we will be requesting data from your end,” she said.“Sure. We are happy to assist. Just send us your requests,” I said actively.Trevor hides his smile but I could still see it from the screen.“I sen
The sound of people talking inside our house was what I instantly heard upon opening our gate.“Where have you been?” Bobby asked as soon as I entered our house.My parents look happy being reunited with him.Is this my punishment for sneaking out to meet Quim? I completely forgot to think of an alibi before returning home. “Why are you here? Did you call?” I asked Bobby defensively.“What kind of question was that?” Dad asked as Bobby looked surprised as well.“If I knew you were coming, I would’ve not met with my colleagues,” I lied.“He doesn’t need to call to announce he’s coming. He’s welcome here,” Mom said.“It’s fine, Uncle, Auntie,” Bobby said.“Please bear with her, son,” Dad said to him.“I completely understand. I know she’s enjoying her colleagues’ company lately,” Bobby added.“We’ll leave you two here,” Mom said.“I’m also leaving in a few minutes, Auntie. I just waited for Audrey to arrive,” Bobby said.Mom shook her head. She’s probably disappointed.“Feel free t
I don’t have money, not even impressive credentials to have confidence to request to visit a property but I have the magic number.My heart beats faster as I wait for Quim to answer my call.“I know it’s kind of late….,” I started talking as soon the call got picked up.“Audrey?” a woman asked me. “Oh…I’m sorry. I dialed the wrong number,” I said.“Are you looking for Quim? He’s just getting something from upstairs. Would you mind waiting?” she asked.“Is it alright, Ma’am?” I asked carefully.“Luisa, It’s Quim’s mother. Don’t you remember me, Audrey?” she said.“Oh my God. I’m sorry, Ma’am. I wasn’t able to recognize your voice,” I said.“Ah….my voice is different from video calls. That’s fine. Anyway, here's Quim,” she said.“Thank you, Ma’am,” I said while my hand is shaking.“Auntie Luisa,” she said to me.“Who’s this?” Quim asked.“Audrey,” she said to him.“What does she need?” he asked.“Talk to her,” she said.My heart now skips a beat. I never thought I would talk t
I’ve been waiting for Leila’s call since yesterday. I want to send her a message but I am embarrassed to do so. So many things are running inside my head and they’re all confusing me.“Audrey? Hey, I’m sorry. I haven’t called you yet,” she told me on the line.“It’s fine. I was just…you know….,” I couldn’t tell her exactly what my intention for the call is but I am hoping that she has the slightest hint.“It's about my meet up with Quim, right?” she asked.“More likely to check on him. He’s in a very challenging time right now and I want to know how he’s coping,” I continued to hide my true intention.“We are flying back to the US tomorrow. Do you have time today after work?” she asked.I invited her to meet me at the nearest coffee shop to my office. I only had one cup of coffee the whole day but I feel I’m already shaking.Leila really looks prettier than when I first met her in Quim’s house but unlike the other day, her eyes look a little sadder this time.“Sorry that I bot
I was in the shower when my phone rang. I had to rush to pick it up. Manifesting is real.But we sometimes confuse expecting with manifesting and expectations always lead to disappointments.“I’ve a big favor you to ask from you,” Bobby said.“Sure. Is everything okay? What is it?” I asked.“The events are really happening one after the other. I can’t keep up anymore,” he said.“I told you that you don’t have to attend every event. You have people to represent you,” I said.“But clients want to see me there,” he said.“How did you know that?” I asked.“My marketing team is doing some sort of a survey before each event,” he said.“Well, what is the favor that you want from me?” I asked.“Can you attend an event in my behalf?” he asked.“Me? Attending alone?” I asked with obvious nervousness in my voice.“Yes. Our companies are not competitors so you could be my representative there,” he said.“But are you sure? I’m not good in business matters. I haven’t read the current event