"What? That ring belongs to Lenie?! So you still won’t choose me?" Alice responded in disbelief.She was furious. So, there was never any love for her from Alexis. She wanted to lash out, but she held back because Beverly was there.She sat down on the bed and rubbed her face in frustration. Alexis, on the other hand, just stood there, looking down in shame. He felt guilty that Alice thought the ring was meant for her.He tried to approach her to apologize, but she was too angry. She sat there crying silently."Alice, I'm sorry. I bought that ring a long time ago, and I still have it because I still love her. I keep hoping that one day, she will wear it," Alexis admitted, which only made Alice angrier.It was as if Alexis had just slapped her with the harsh truth—he could never love her."And you really had to tell me that? Yes! I already know you will never love me, but did you have to rub it in my face? Then go ahead, marry her!" Alice shouted, finally losing control of her emotions
The next morning, while Beverly was having breakfast, she saw Alice leaving with Javi, and to her surprise, Alice was carrying a suitcase.She immediately called out to Alice to ask where they were going. She was starting to feel anxious because she had a strong feeling that the two were leaving her care."Hija, why are you carrying a suitcase? Where are you and my grandson going?""Mommy, I’m sorry, but I don’t think I can live here anymore with your son," Alice replied.Beverly was confused because, as far as she knew, her son was still planning to marry Alice."Huh? What are you talking about, dear? Didn’t we already talk about this? You and Alexis are going to push through with the wedding. What happened this time? Are you two fighting again?" Beverly asked with concern, not wanting to be separated from her grandson."Just ask your son what happened last night. He’s the one at fault here," Alice responded.At that moment, Alexis suddenly came out of his room. He was shocked to see
On the other hand, Lester had truly befriended Lenie—not just her but also Zyra. Sometimes, Zyra would even tease her friend because so many men kept approaching Lenie. "You’ve really changed, BFF! Three guys are hovering around you now. Give me one, will you?" "Crazy! Lester is just being friendly with me. Besides, even if he were courting me, it wouldn’t be possible. He’s Alice’s ex-boyfriend. She might come after me again and claim that Lester still belongs to her! Ugh, I’m tired of dealing with that," Lenie replied. "Well, you never really know what goes on in that girl's mind. But she’s just an ex-girlfriend now, so she should stop making a scene!" Zyra responded. A few minutes later, there was a knock on Lenie’s condo door, but since she was busy, she asked Zyra to open it for her. "BFF, can you open it, please? You know I’m still working on what Mr. Martinez asked me to finish." "No problem, I got this. Are you expecting someone?" Zyra said before opening the door. She w
A few months had passed, and Alice and Alexis had been busy with their wedding preparations. On top of that, Javi’s upcoming birthday was also approaching."So, is the food tasting I booked for you and Alexis all set, dear?" Beverly asked while having breakfast."Yes, Mommy, it’s all good. The schedule is set for this week. I’ve already spoken to Miss Minerva about it," Alice happily replied."Good. My grandson’s birthday is also coming up, right?" Beverly asked."Yes, it’s coming up soon. I already asked Miss Minerva about it, and she said she would take care of everything," Alice answered before taking a sip of her coffee."Make sure to contact all the guests, okay? Alexis has a lot of friends from the company and other agencies who have kids, so I’m sure there will be a lot of children attending," Beverly said."That’s true. It would be nice for Javi to meet other kids. Sometimes, I feel bad for him because he doesn’t have playmates," Alice responded, making Beverly feel sad for he
Alexis left after eating. He said goodbye to the two and mentioned that she would first visit Javi in his room.The two women were left behind, so they continued their conversation."Is he really just busy, or does he just not want to help me with the wedding preparations? He always forgets to accompany me," Alice asked with concern."I think he's really just busy. Sometimes, he does go with you when it’s really necessary, right?" Beverly replied."Yes, he does. Sorry, I guess I still think that he doesn’t love me or that he's just forcing himself to be with me," Alice responded before continuing to eat."Alice, give him more time. You’ve only been working on your relationship for a few months, right? I think things will get even better between you two," Beverly reassured her, giving Alice hope."Yes, you know, I’m actually happy now because sometimes we go out, just the two of us. He even takes me on some of his out-of-the-country trips," Alice excitedly shared with Beverly.Beverly
Since Alexis wasn’t able to go where Alice had chosen to move, Alice was once again angry at him.On top of that, Alice saw Lester, which made her even angrier and restless. She felt like her ex-boyfriend was everywhere she went.She was now afraid to leave the mansion, but she knew she couldn't stay inside forever, so she continued with her life."Where are you going? Today is the scheduled day for us to go out with our child. Are you coming? It could be a bonding moment for you two," Alexis happily said to Alice.Alice immediately shot him a sharp look, prompting Alexis to ask what was wrong."Why do you look so annoyed? What’s your problem with me?""You and Javi should just go if you still want our wedding to happen. You didn’t show up because you were busy, right? Now I have to reschedule my meeting with Miss Minerva again!" Alice yelled.Alexis understood why Alice was so angry. If he were in her place, he’d also be upset and overthink things."I'm sorry. Things at RCG are just
Since Zyra was busy, Lester went with Lenie to do her grocery shopping.Lenie was surprised when she heard Javi. She suddenly smiled, but it quickly disappeared when she realized that Alice might be with the child.As she stood there in a daze, Lester immediately asked her what was wrong."Why do you look so spaced out? What's on your mind?""Ah, nothing. I just thought I heard the child I used to take care of—Alice’s son," Lenie replied."Oh, really? Where is he?" Lester pretended to look around for the child."Hmm, maybe it was just someone with a similar voice. Never mind," Lenie said.Lester became even more interested in what she was saying. He glanced around to check if Javi was nearby.For him, it was a good opportunity to see Alice. If she was with Javi, she might be scared to see him.When Lenie realized what she had just said, her eyes widened."Oh no, sorry! I didn’t mean to say that. I forgot that Alice is your ex-girlfriend," Lenie said."Ah, it’s fine. She’s my ex-girlfr
Before going home, Alexis first had a serious talk with Yaya Sol about what happened at the mall. It wasn’t that he wanted Yaya Sol to lie to Alice. He just didn’t want to fight with his fiancée. Besides, if Alice got mad, Yaya Sol might lose her job. “Oh, Yaya Sol. Like we discussed, I don’t want you to tell Alice about this, okay? And don’t mention that Lenie returned the child to us either,” Alexis instructed. “Yes, Sir Alexis. You can count on me. I really wasn’t planning to tell her anyway because I know we’d both get scolded by Ma’am,” Yaya Sol replied. “Okay, good. I just want to make sure everything is clear so we don’t end up blaming each other later, right?” When Alexis and Javi got home, Alice hadn’t arrived yet. So Yaya Sol put the child to sleep while Alexis attended an online meeting. Alice arrived later with Miss Minerva. Miss Minerva needed to confirm some things with Alexis before making a final decision, so she had to stop by and talk to the groom-to-be. While
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