“Alexis! What the heck?! Why did you punch him?!” Lenie exclaimed, then helped Lance stand up.“And you’re really taking his side? Why? Do you like him too?!” Alexis shouted, his eyes burning with anger.“I don’t like him, okay? The only reason I’m defending him right now is that you’re wrong! I already told you, didn’t I? He’s stopped whatever feelings he had for me!” Lenie yelled back.“Dude, I’m sorry if I had feelings for your girlfriend. I didn’t know at first! But now that I do, of course, I’ll stop!” Lance replied, holding his cheek, still aching from Alexis’ punch.“If you’re just going to make a fool out of me, then leave my company! Go flirt outside, not here!” Alexis shouted before storming back into his office.Lenie tried to chase after him but stopped as tears welled up in her eyes. After calming down, she returned to Lance to talk to him.“Sorry, Lance, okay? You don’t deserve this. Don’t worry, I’ll talk to him about this. He needs to understand what really happened,”
"You promised me! We already talked about this, didn’t we? We agreed not to tell him the truth!" Alexis shouted at Alice."Well, yes. That would have happened if you hadn’t left me in Davao with your child!" Alice responded.That was when Lenie’s anger flared up even more because she found out that Alexis had not come from Singapore as he had claimed, but from Davao."So, you lied to me about where you were really going? What was that for? So you could be with your family?" Lenie asked, her eyes cold as she stared at Alexis."Yes, Lenie. I lied because Alice told me that if we got along, she wouldn’t bother you anymore. I just wanted to protect you. Besides, I wanted to see my child. You understand that, don’t you?" Alexis explained."Do you really think she was going to keep her word? Look at what happened because you lied," Lenie said.She wanted to cry at that moment, but her anger kept the tears from falling."I’m sorry, Lenie. Let me make it up to you. Give me another chance, ple
After talking with Zyra, Lenie went straight to Alexis' office. She wasted no time because she was still furious with him.She took a deep breath to calm herself and wiped away her tears before speaking to her boss."Sir Alexis, I’m sorry for the sudden notice, but I am resigning from RCG," Lenie said directly."Huh? Lenie, you know it’s not that easy to resign from RCG. Besides, we can fix this, right? Just give me another chance," Alexis pleaded."Then make it easier for me! You love me, don’t you? Fire me if you can! I don’t care! My life is already ruined because of you, and now you expect me to stay here?" Lenie lashed out."No! I won’t. I love you, which is why I want to see you every day. I still want to be with you, even if it’s just here at the office. I know I can’t go to your place anymore after what happened," Alexis said, looking down."At least you know that much. But even here at the office, I can’t stand being around you anymore. That’s why here’s my resignation letter
When Lenie got home, she was surprised to see that their house door was slightly open. She was puzzled, so she quickly pushed it open. Lance followed behind her, as he had offered to carry her things. As soon as she looked at the floor, she was shocked to see her mother lying unconscious. “Mom? Mom! Help! My mom! Wake up, Mom! Please! Don’t do this!” Lenie screamed. Lance heard her as he entered the house, and he rushed over. He was equally shocked to see Lenie holding her mother in her arms. “Lenie, what happened?!” Lance shouted, immediately checking the elderly woman’s pulse. “Sir Lance, please help me! I don’t want to lose my mom!” Lenie was already crying by that time. “Lenie, she’s not doing well. Let’s get her to the hospital now,” Lance said urgently, though still trying to remain calm. They worked together to carry Hasmin into the car. Lenie held onto her mother tightly, tears streaming down her face. "Mom, we’re going to the hospital, okay? Please hold on. Sir Lance
Early in the morning, while preparing for her mother’s wake, Zyra called Lenie. Since Lenie was busy, she couldn’t answer right away."Lenie, it's good that you finally answered. I’ve been calling you for a while. Aren’t you coming to work? Sir Alexis was looking for you. He was really angry. Where are you? Are you going through with your resignation?" Zyra said, which annoyed Lenie."Can you not? Tell your boss not to act so important right now. With everything going on in my life, I don’t care about him anymore, okay?!" Lenie shouted.Zyra was surprised and saddened because she only wanted to relay their boss’s message, but Lenie seemed to be in a really bad mood."Lenie, I was just telling you what Sir said. I'm not your enemy, okay? Calm down. What’s going on with you?" Zyra asked, confused about her friend’s reaction."Zyra, it’s just that…" Lenie trailed off, unsure of how to tell her friend about what happened to her mother."What? Why do you sound so sad?" Zyra asked."Mama Ha
Zyra went there, carrying the money that Alexis had given her. She didn’t give it to Lenie right away because she knew Lenie would immediately refuse it. “Lenie, my condolences, okay?” Zyra said before hugging her friend. “Sorry to ask this, but what exactly happened to Auntie Hasmin?” she added. “I was on my way home yesterday when I saw that our door was open, so I went inside right away. When I stepped in, I just saw her lying there. Thankfully, Sir Lance was there to help me,” Lenie recounted, glancing briefly at Lance. “I was still hoping she could be saved, but no… she let go. The doctor told me she died of an aneurysm,” Lenie continued, her voice breaking as she started to cry. “I’m sorry that happened. I’m here for you whenever you need me, okay?” Zyra said before sitting beside Lenie. After a moment, Lenie remembered Alexis. She couldn’t help but ask Zyra how her ex-boyfriend reacted to the news. “So, what did Sir Alexis say? He probably still won’t leave me alone, kno
While Lenie was packing Javi’s things, Alice suddenly barged in. She was already irritated, complaining that Lenie was taking too long.“Lenie, can’t you hurry up? I still have somewhere to go with Javi,” Alice complained.“Excuse me, but how many years did Javi stay here? Five, right? Of course, he has a lot of things that need packing,” Lenie snapped back.“Does he really need to bring everything? Besides, I can buy him new things. So, can you just hurry up? I don’t have time for this,” Alice retorted, equally sharp.“Well, why don’t you help instead? All you do is talk! That’s the only thing you’re good at—running your mouth! You can’t even be a proper mother,” Lenie shot back, making Alice furious.“What did you just say?!” Alice yelled, raising her hand as if to slap Lenie.“Go ahead, slap me—let Javi see what kind of mother you really are. You want him to go with you, right? But remember, even now, he still doesn’t want to be with you!” Lenie shouted.“You’ll regret this, Lenie!
Because of Alice's frustration, she decided to go home to Lester's house. She no longer cared if her boyfriend saw Javi because she was ready to tell him the real reason she returned to the Philippines."We'll stay here for now, okay? Mommy Alice has some things to take care of before we move to the condo. Alright? Calm down now, sweetheart, don't cry," Alice said as she called for Yaya Sol."Oh, Ma’am, why did you bring Javi here? Oh no, Sir Lester is home right now. If he sees the child, we're in trouble, Ma’am," Yaya Sol said worriedly as she quickly picked up Javi, who was already crying."I don't care anymore, Yaya Sol. So what if he sees the child? What can he do about it now that he's here? Besides, he’s not the type to hurt anyone, so Javi will be fine here," Alice replied confidently."I hope so, Ma’am. I was just worried about Javi, that's why I said that," Yaya Sol answered."You know what, Yaya Sol? So you won’t be so nervous, just put Javi’s things in his room. You've alr
AFTER A YEAR. . . As soon as Lenie stepped into their house, Alexis greeted her with a passionate kiss. They didn't care if they bumped into walls or doors as they kissed intensely. Lenie, however, found the courage to stop the kiss when Alexis started removing her blouse. "Oh, why did you stop? Is there a problem?" Alexis asked, seemingly disappointed. "I-I just want to take a bath first before... you know," Lenie said, her face turning red with shyness. Alexis smiled and teased her. "Is that all? I love your scent even when you're not yet bathed." Lenie covered her mouth in shock, and Alexis continued to tease her. "Come on, please?" he whispered, caressing her body. Lenie pushed Alexis away. "Alexis, I'll take a bath first." Alexis looked disappointed, but Lenie smiled and whispered, "Promise, when I get back, you'll enjoy it." Alexis's eyes lit up, and he waited eagerly for Lenie to return from her bath. When she came out, Alexis immediately swept her off her feet
At the wedding reception alone, Lenie was already hearing all sorts of comments from the guests. Some wanted them to have a child immediately, while others thought they should wait. She didn’t know what to do. She was already feeling pressured, even though she had just become a Ramirez."Oh, please don't pressure my wife," Alexis interjected. "Besides, we already have a child—Javi, right? It’s better if we focus on him first. After all, he’s still young.""Huh? But isn’t he your child with Alice? The one who got imprisoned? You know, it would still be better if you and Lenie had a child together. It just feels different," one of the wedding guests commented.They quickly decided to have Javi moved away so he wouldn’t hear anything further. Both Lenie and Alexis closed their eyes in frustration, and Beverly noticed it."Yaya Sol, please take Javi inside. Check if he needs to rest. I’m sure he’s tired," Alexis instructed."Alright, Sir. I’ll put him to sleep," Yaya Sol responded.After
After a few weeks, the two finally decided to say goodbye to Alice. Even though they didn’t know how she would react, they still wanted to try, especially since they were leaving the country with Javi after the wedding."Are you sure about this? You know what kind of attitude that woman has. I don’t know why she still hasn’t forgiven you," Alexis said."Alexis, until she forgives me, I won’t stop. I don’t even know why I’m still hoping we can fix things, even if it seems impossible," Lenie replied."Oh, wow. I really admire you. That’s why I’m marrying you—you’re so brave. I just hope she finally forgives you, and of course, forgives herself too. She’s the one responsible for everything, after all," Alexis said before kissing his fiancée on the forehead."Ugh, you’re spouting nonsense again. Fine, I know you’re head over heels for me. Let’s go now and visit her in prison," Lenie said.They brought Javi along so Alice could see her son. Honestly, every time Lenie saw her former friend
Lenie was completely surprised when she realized that Mang Dante had taken her to a beautiful outdoor restaurant.She was even more shocked to see all the people closest to her gathered there. Thoughts started forming in her mind about why they were there, but she didn’t want to assume anything."Ma'am, I’m sorry. I was just following orders," Mang Dante said as he parked the car."Oh, that’s okay. I should be the one apologizing for thinking badly of you earlier. I had no idea they were planning to surprise me," Lenie replied.After parking, Lenie gathered her things and stepped out of the car.As she slowly walked inside, her eyes widened even more at how breathtaking the place was. She looked around and spotted Zyra and Lance. Beverly was also there, carrying Javi. Surprisingly, even some employees from RCG attended, despite not being very close to her.She was also shocked to see Gaustav, Zyra’s beloved. Her friend had always said that he rarely attended gatherings.Even Daphne wa
AFTER 1 YEAR. . .Alice was already in prison, and Lenie was happily living in the Ramirez mansion. She had returned to RCG as an employee of Alexis, with strict instructions that she should not be given any high position in the company, even though she already knew how everything worked.Her relationship with Alexis had also improved, and they promised each other that no matter what challenges came their way, they would face them together.While they were having lunch, Beverly suddenly spoke up."Lenie, when will you be having your baby? I would love for my grandson, Javi, to have a sibling."Lenie almost spit out the juice she was drinking upon hearing that. Alexis, sitting beside her, chuckled.Although embarrassed, Lenie responded, as she still felt nervous whenever she talked to Beverly."Ah, Auntie… that's not in our plans yet. Besides, your son hasn’t even proposed to me yet," she said, laughing to herself.This time, it was Alexis who choked on his drink, laughing at Lenie’s r
The next day, Lenie, Alexis, and Javi went to the hospital where Alice was staying. At first, they hesitated about whether Lenie should enter the room. "Are you sure you can face Alice? She might say something hurtful to you," Alexis asked worriedly before they entered Alice's room. Lenie simply smiled before replying, "Of course. I don't care what she says anymore. I have you both with me, so what else could be a problem?" Hearing that, Alexis also smiled. "You really are something. Alright, let's go!" Alexis said. They all entered the room together. Alice smiled upon seeing Javi, but her expression changed the moment she saw Lenie. "Everything was fine until I saw her. Why is she even here? Alexis, I was okay with just you and our son visiting me!" Alice complained. "Alice, relax. There's nothing we can do about it. Javi asked her to come. You know no one can say no to your son," Alexis replied. "Then you should have stopped him. I really thought I'd feel better after seeing
Lenie had already returned to the mansion. Edith and the other household staff of Alexis’ family immediately welcomed her.At first, Lenie felt shy since it had been a long time since she last visited the mansion. Edith just smiled at her."Where are Mommy Beverly and Javi, Edith?" Alexis asked the elderly woman."Oh, they’re in the playroom, Alexis. They don’t even know that you're coming," Edith replied."Ah, okay. We’ll go see them. Thanks," Alexis said.They headed to the playroom and knocked on the door."Come in," Beverly said.As soon as they opened the door, Beverly was shocked to see Lenie. Embarrassment was visible on her face.She immediately approached them while holding Javi’s hand. Javi, excited, also ran toward them."Alexis, son. Why didn’t you tell me that you and Lenie were coming home from the hospital? I would have at least prepared some food for us," Beverly said."Ah, sorry, Mommy. I wasn’t able to do that because I got busy earlier," Alexis replied."Daddy! Mama
As soon as Lenie arrived outside Alice's room, she felt a deep sadness upon seeing the number of police officers stationed there. She couldn't help but feel pity for her former friend, Lenie was now seated in a wheelchair."Do there really have to be this many police officers guarding her? Can’t you at least reduce the number? She probably won’t be able to escape anymore," Lenie asked, almost pleading with Alexis."I'm sorry, Lenie. That decision is up to the police, and I can’t convince them otherwise. They’re just being cautious in case Alice still has accomplices. She committed too many crimes," Alexis replied, his voice tinged with regret that he couldn’t grant Lenie’s request.Lenie simply nodded. She understood that Alexis had a point, but from what she remembered, Alice no longer had any family, which would make it difficult for her to escape even if she wanted to.When they entered Alice’s room, Alexis stepped in first, causing Alice to smile at him. However, her expression qu
While in the hospital, Zyra and Alexis took care of Lenie after their work at RCG.Lenie was happy and no longer complained about the attention Alexis was giving her. She had accepted that she and Alexis truly loved each other and that it would never change.One day, while Alexis was watching over her, Lenie suddenly became concerned about the person who had wronged her."Alexis, how is Alice? Who's taking care of her now? Did you assign her a personal nurse?" Lenie asked. Alexis just smiled, amused by Lenie's kindness toward Alice."Oh, no. There are nurses checking on her every now and then, so I think she doesn't need one. Sometimes, I visit her to check on her myself. After all, she can’t walk anymore, right?" Alexis replied."Alexis, she should have someone with her. We know she has no family left, don’t we? She needs company now more than ever because of what happened to her," Lenie said, genuinely worried about Alice.Alexis just smiled, seeing how kind Lenie was to Alice despi