Daphne reclined against her seat, her thoughts momentarily adrift.She turned her head to meet Edgar’s gaze seeing how serious he was about his question. Though their connection remained lukewarm, it exuded a gentle warmth. With the exception of the tender Christmas Eve kiss on her forehead, Edgar had never acted recklessly towards her.She understood the depth of his affection for her.Likewise, she cherished this relationship and was curious to see what the future held for them.After a prolonged silence, Daphne spoke softly, her words resonating with sincerity."Edgar, I have no plans of going back to him"Upon hearing these words, a wave of relief washed over Edgar. The inner turmoil he had experienced remained concealed.Aware of his own merits, being handsome and hailing from a prosperous lineage, he also couldn't help but acknowledge his inferiority compared to Griffin.Griffin possessed a prominent social status and charisma that appealed to countless women.This knowledge was
Leaning against the elevator wall, his countenance bore an icy demeanor, indicating his prolonged presence.Instinctively, Daphne made to leave, but Griffin acted swiftly.In an instant, she was forcefully pinned against the elevator wall with a resounding thud.Constrained by fear, Daphne dared not make a move, for Griffin’s arm rested upon her chest.Raising her head defiantly, she glared at him. "Mr.Reyes, what do you think you're doing?"Griffin fixed his gaze on her and uttered, "You're all dolled up tonight. Are you attending the banquet? With Edgar?"Summoning all her composure,Daphne replied, "Mr. Reyes, we have ended our relationship. It is my right to attend any banquet with anyone I choose."Griffin released his grip and stepped back."Is he the one you've come to fancy? Does he bring you the same happiness as I once did? Daphne , I refuse to believe you had erased me from your memory!"Daphne’s eyes welled up with tears.There had been a time when she lived a blissful exis
In the late hours of the night, Daphne took Layla wearily back to her apartment, their exhaustion evident in their faces.However, despite their weariness, slumber eluded them, refusing to grant them escape.Seeking to provide comfort,Daphne made a steaming cup of chocolate for Layla, hoping it would bring her comfort in their shared unrest.Filled with a desperate desire to convince Layla, Daphne longed to find the right words to sway her. Alas, the path to persuasion eluded her, leaving her uncertain of how to navigate the delicate matter at hand.Seated on the sofa, Layla cradled the warm cup of chocolate, her eyes fixed upon its contents. After a prolonged silence, she finally lifted her gaze and posed a tender question to Daphne, her voice gentle and trembling, "Daphne, do you perceive me as cheap?"With a gentle shake of her head,Daphne vehemently denied such a notion, offering reassurance to her troubled friend .She possessed a great understanding of Layla’s anguish, having wi
Half an hour later.Daphne walked into a luxurious coffee shop and spotted an elegant lady seated near the window.She bore a striking resemblance to Edgar.Approaching the table, Daphne took her seat. Sporting a subtle smile, she inquired, "Are you Edgar’s mother?"Winnie removed her sunglasses, her gaze scrutinizing Daphne from head to toe.Daphne, having weathered numerous experiences, exuded a sense of calm.After a considerable silence, Winnie nonchalantly remarked, "You are even more beautiful than I had imagined! It is no wonder Edgar fell in love with you at first sight and insisted on introducing you to me.I am acquainted with your family background, as you are the stepdaughter of my old classmate. However, I have recently heard rumors about your eventful personal life."Maintaining her composure, Daphne calmly responded, “What did you hear?”Winnie tilted her chin haughtily."Roscoe, Edgar’s cousin, has become entangled with a woman of questionable character. I've also heard
“Mrs. Figueroa, I am 31 years old. If I have to rely on my parents to resolve every predicament I create in the outside world, then I am no better than a failure! By the way... what I truly wish to convey to you is that Daphne is indeed a woman I once doted on. Yes, what I'm saying here is that she's indeed too good for your family. The truth is, I had a minor disagreement with Daphne. Consequently, in a fit of pique, she briefly dated Edgar for a mere ten days. Just ten days. You can find amusement in that fact. Regarding others, regarding the days to come..." A faint smile curved Griffin’s lips, yet the depths of his eyes remained untouched by the smile. Griffin continued, "I do not want anyone to discover that Daphne spent ten days with Edgar. Should there be anyone who dares to gossip about this matter in the future, Mrs. Figueroa, I assure you, I will ensure the downfall of the Figueroa family. I will then employ the resulting wealth to purchase fireworks and illuminate the skie
Daphne graciously congratulated Edgar on his impending engagement.Inwardly, Edgar couldn't help but wonder if Daphne had ever truly harbored any affection for him.Perhaps he had merely filled a void in her life after her breakup with Griffin. He had never truly occupied her heart...Daphne ended the call, her mood taking a turn for the worse. It wasn't because she was saddened by the news, but rather the realization that even Edgar had found a fiancee. She possessed the qualities and looks that others admired, so why was she still single?Neither Edgar nor Griffin were the right match for her.Regardless, getting drunk at home seemed inconsequential, so she poured herself another glass.In the midst of the night, Daphne found herself inebriated.The door to her apartment clicked open.Griffin entered, clutching a new key in his hand.Within the confines of her house, the heating warmed the space, while the aroma of orange filled the air from the lit aromatherapy candle.Daphne slump
Griffin then proceeded to undress and take a shower in the bathroom.Since there were no pajamas available, he opted to sleep naked, clasping Daphne in his embrace.As the night deepened, the atmosphere grew increasingly tranquil.A hint of orange fragrance wafted through the air.********The next morning, as Daphne awoke and opened her eyes, she was startled to find Griffin beside her in bed."Why are you staring at me like that? Do you want a morning kiss?”Griffin asked lazily.Daphne bit her red lips, a mix of surprise and annoyance evident on her face."Why are you in my home,Griffin? Get out of my bed, you bastard!"Nonchalantly,Griffin placed his hand on the back of her head and kissed her passionately.The kiss lingered, leaving Daphne breathless.She hadn't even brushed her teeth, yet he had no qualms about kissing her.When Daphne regained her composure, fragments of the previous night rushed back to her mind. It seemed that Griffin had come over when she was intoxicated. Th
Daphne finally had breakfast and was about to go to the music studio when her cell phone rang.The call was from Nora,she sounded anxious.“Daphne,your father…your…your father…”It sounded as if she was crying.Daphne panicked.”What is it,Nora?”“Your father woke up early and felt dizzy.He ended up fainting during his morning exercise.I had rushed him to the hospital and some tests were ran on him.The doctor said it’s a cardiovascular disease.We’re at Hope Hospital.”Daphne immediately rushed downstairs and opened the car door to get in.“Don’t worry,Nora.I’ll be there in five.”************Half an hour later, Daphne arrived at the hospital.Conrad’s sanity was still unclear.Several doctors were gathered around the hospital bed,working on the surgical plan,Nora sat on the edge of the bed holding Conrad’s hand,she was crying,profusely.Daphne’s heart sank as she watched.When Nora saw her coming,if was as if she had found her backbone.“Daphne!”Daphne gently patted her shoulder to s