CHAPTER 37

After making my decision, I arranged a day to meet Gemar at our home. I have the divorce papers in my bag, my hand shaking slightly as I held the envelope.

Nadatnan ko si Gemar na nagkakape sa sala. Agad niya akong sinalubong ng yakap nang makita niya ako, pero sapilitan akong kumawala sa bisig niya.

"Gemar, I have something to give you," walang emosyon kong turan.

Gemar looked at me, his expression unreadable. He had noticed the envelope in my hand, and I knew he had a sinking feeling about what it contained.

"What is it?"

"It's a divorce petition, Gemar. I've decided that it's the best thing for both of us," deritsahan kong sabi.

He was silent for a moment, his gaze dropping to the envelope.

"So, this is it? You're leaving me?"

"I'm not leaving you, Gemar. You left me when you decided to be unfaithful. I deserve someone who respects and cherishes me. Ikaw ang unang nang-iwan, pinipili ko lang ang sarili ko ngayon. "

He looked up at me, his eyes filled with regret.

"I'm sorry, J