Five-thirty AM"N-no..." kumunot ang mga noo ng dalawang babae habang nakasulyap sa kanyang reaksyon. "I... I mean, I don't want to drag one of you to my mess." mas kumunot ang mga noo ng mga ito. "Please, don't get it wrong, Ms. Aurora, Ms. Asia... I can do it alone. Gagawin ko ang—""You can face it and do it alone? How, Vanessa? Ngayon nga lang ay nanginginig ka na sa takot na makita ka ng dalawang lalaking naghahanap sa 'yo. Tell us, how can you do it alone without any help from us?" tanong ni Asia sa kanya.Vanessa only sighed. She also does not know how. Nagbaba siya ng tingin at iniwasan ang mga tingin ng mga ito. Ang totoo niyan ay nahihiya siyang tanggapin ang tulong ng mga ito at isa pa ay nag-aalangan siya dahil baka pati ang mga ito ay madamay sa gulong nasuungan niya."Asia is right, Vanessa. You should accept our help. We can help you in secret. How about that?" tanong ni Aurora sa kanya. She is also trying to convince her."But—"Nang makita ni Aurora na nag aalangan si
Caught"B-BABE..." Nanlalaki agad ang mga mata ni Ralph pagkakita niya sa kanyang fiancée. Ang diwa nito na inaantok pa sa mga oras na iyon ay biglang nagising ng tuloyan."V-Vanessa... Um..." Vicky's eyes widened as she stammered. Nagulat rin ito ng makita niya ang kanyang matalik na kaibigan sa kanyang paggising.Gulat at galit na tingin ang ipinukol ni Vanessa sa dalawang tao na sa kasalukuyan ay nakabalot ng puting kumot ang mga hubad na mga katawan sa ibabaw ng kama."Mga walanghiya kayo! Mga baboy! Mga traydor!" hindi niya napigilan ang kanyang sarili na sugurin ang dalawa at pinagsasampal niya ang mga ito ng paulit-ulit sa magkabilang pisngi.Vicky's face flushed red from her slaps. Nanakit ang mga palad ni Vanessa. She was very angry, at ang mas nagpapatindi ng galit niya ay ang pagpigil ni Ralph sa kanyang atake kay Vicky."Bitiwan mo ako! Huwag mo akong pigilan!" hindi niya napigilang muli ang sarili na sampalin si Ralph ng napakalakas. "Kaya pala!" sigaw niya rito. "Kaya pa
No PulseNAGMAMADALI siyang lumabas sa apartment ni Ralph. Pigil ang kanyang emosyon nang huminto siya sa may pinto. Naalala niyang bigla na isauli rito ang engagement ring niya na suot niya palagi. Alam niyang nakasunod sa kanya si Ralph kaya sa huling sandali ay taas noong lumingon siya sa direksyon nito.She also noticed Vicky in his side ngunit hindi niya ito pinansin at tinapunan ng tingin. "Oh, I forgot to return this," saka niya unti-unting inalis sa palasingsingan ang ang bagay na isasauli niya rito. "-here, it's yours again." then she threw it on him.Hindi na niya hinintay pa ang tugon ni Ralph at agad na siyang umalis sa harapan ng mga ito."Vanessa..." sigaw ni Ralph sa kanyang pangalan. "Please, I'm very sorry..."Huminga siya ng malalim saka nagpatuloy sa kanyang lakad. Tamang tama ang pagbukas ng elevator at agad na siyang lumulan roon. She saw him running in her direction, tinitigan lang niya ito sa mga mata habang unti-unti sumara ang elevator.Pinahid niya ang muntin
Wit's EndNAKATULALA si Vanessa habang nakatanaw sa malayo. Namumutla at namumugto pa rin ang kanyang mga mata.Isang araw...Halos sa loob lang ng buong isang araw lang nangyari ang hindi niya inaasahan na mangyayari sa kanya.In one day, she was almost raped.She caught her fiancé cheating on her with her best friend.And the worst of worst... her mother died.For her, the pain is too much to bear. Her heart ached for so many reasons. Her mom's death is the one that caused a big impact on her entire life.Vanessa is at her wit's end; her heartaches, and she is dying a hundred times.A tear suddenly fell to her cheeks as she remembered her last conversation with her beloved mother this morning on the phone."Van, you are crying again," Odette said in a pitiful look and voice.Agad pinahid ni Vanessa ang kusang tumutulo na mga luha sa pamamagitan ng tissue. Kahit paulit-ulit niya iyong punasan ay patuloy pa ring umaagos ang kanyang mga luha. She was really in too much pain."I Can't he
InvestigateBarron and Asia were in the Rocket's Entertainment Company, CEO's office.Asia went there straight from the hotel where she and her best friend Aurora stayed for a night after the banquet last night."Why are you so concerned with that woman's issues? See, umalis siya ng walang paalam even though she's in a state of crisis, right?" Barron said while busy signing the documents on his table."Yeah. But brother, I feel pity for her. Malaking tao si Matthew Sanchez, as we heard, that man is a manipulative bastard. I'm a little afraid of that poor model 'Vanessa'." Asia is full of worries at that time."So what? Pinasok niya ang gulong iyan, then she should've faced it alone. So, stop worrying about her.""But...""No but's, Ate. Hindi ko obligasyon ang tulungan ang kung sino man lalo at hindi naman nagtatrabaho sa company ko. I will not waste my time as such a woman.""But she almost raped, Barron. Hindi ka ba naaawa sa kanya? What if, ako 'yon?"Barron frowned. "I will kill hi
Vanessa's AgonyAsia Hudson's look for Vanessa's details. Kay Aurora niya iyon nakuha, good things that Aurora keeps Vanessa's private number and also her assistant, Odette's number.Agad tinawagan ni Asia ang number ni Vanessa, but her number is unavailable at that moment. Tinawagan naman niya ang number ng assistant nito.After five rings, may sumagot agad ng tawag niya."Hello... who is this please?" wika ng kabilang linya."This is Asia Hudson. Is this Vanessa's assistant?"Odette, on the other end of the line, frowned. "Yes.""Where is Vanessa? May I speak with her now?" Asia goes straight to the point at hinanap agad si Vanessa sa assistant nito."May I know what you need to Vanessa?" tanong ni Odette. Wala siyang kilalang Asia Hudson, but Hudson is very familiar with her."I am the one who helped Vanessa last night. Kilala niya ako. Just tell her I want to talk to her." wika ni Asia.Napatingin agad si Odette kay Vanessa na nakatulala habang naghihintay matapos ang cremation ng
Totally RuinedAfter the evening meeting with the Rocket's executive, Barron received a call from his trusted men in the black society.As he gets inside his office, sinagot agad niya ang tawag."Speak..." his baritone tone was heard.Rene who is following her boss heard it. Hindi muna siya nagsalita at mahina lang ang kanyang galaw na nilagay ang lahat ng documents ng kanyang boss sa mesa nito at ang laptop."Okay, send it to my email immediately!" He said.Pagkababa niya ng tawag ay tumingin siya kay Rena."Sir Barron—""Locate where Asia is at this time." Utos niya rito.Rene nodded. "Okay, Sir. May iuutos pa ho ba kayo?""Alamin mo ang status ng contract ni Vanessa sa Ellis Entertainment Company." Barron said and sat down in his swivel chair and opened his laptop.Rene frown. Hindi niya alam kung bakit simula pa kaninang umaga ay naririnig na niya sa boss niya ang pangalan ng modelo na pinaka-ayaw nitong marinig.Barron raised his eyebrows when he noticed Rene was not moving."What
Angel Memorial ParkBarron's eyes turned even colder. "You may go now," he said to his assistant."Sir?""Go home now!""O-okay, Sir. Good bye." Saka lumabas si Rene sa opisna ng kanyang boss.Barron picked up his phone and dialed Aris. Nakailang ring pa lang ng agad iyong sinagot ng kabilang linya."Barron?""Aris, I need a thorough investigation about what happened to Vanessa's mother's death. I need every detail and also valid reports. Everything..." Agad niyang wika rito."Oh-huh. Okay, I am already working on this matter." Sagot ni Aris sa kabilang linya."Good.""Anyway, why are you so very interested in this matter? As I checked, this model came from your rival agency." nagtatakang tanong ni Aris."Do I need to tell you my reason?"Aris, on the other line, smirks. "No need. Well, I think I know the reason. This Model is very stunning and she has a very strong career. You want to sign her as one of your exclusive models?""No." Barron's direct answer."Then, your exclusive woman?
Will AcceptVanessa instantly blushed sa sinabi at panunudyo ni Asia. While Barron's face turned cold.Katahimikan na namana ng bumalot sa buong dining table. Kaya walang nagawa si Asia kundi ang kausapin ng kausapin ang kapatid nito na puro lang tango, oo, at hindi ang sagod sa kanya."What a boring dinner is this!" Asia then wiped her mouth into the table napkin.Barron and Vanessa also wiped their mouths. Before the dinner ended, Barron stated."Two of you, follow me after half an hour in my study room," Barron said and left the two of them."Okay, boss..." Asia said, as Barron exited the dining area.Nang wala na sa paningin nila si Barron ay hinarap ni Asia si Vanessa. "Are you done with your dinner?"Vanessa nodded. "Yeah.""Then come, nakahanda na nag gagamitin mong silid sa itaas," Asia said as if ito ang magdedesisyon para sa kanya."H-huh?""You are staying here for the time being. Kung hindi, aatakihin ka muli ni Matthew. Narinig mo si Barron, right? Hindi titigil si Matthew
ArgumentsBarron raised his eyebrows and sneered. "I don't need your apology! After all, it's your judgment, Ms. Dizon!""Barron, you are being so harsh to my talent. Will you atop it!? Look, humingi na siya ng tawad and also she admits her mistakes. Ano pa ba ang kailangang gawin niya?" Asia said defending Vanessa.Barron pursed his lips. He stood up after he closed and put aside his laptop, and then he walked out.Asia also pursed her lips.Vanessa was very ashamed. Humarap siya kay Asia at tumingin rito. "Ms. Asia. I very much appreciate your help... but—" napatingin siya sa papalayong si Barron. "Even I want to accept the offer, but really... I don't want to bother you and your brother with my mess. Don't worry about me, I can surpass this all." Vanessa stood up and was ready to go."Vanessa!" Asia also stood up. She was going to follow and stop Vanessa from going, but she stopped when Barron stopped walking.Barron gazed seriously at Vanessa's direction. "Where do you think you ar
Exclusive TalentsVanessa froze on her feet as the man, who had a powerful appearance, raised his face. Nagkasalubong agad ang mga mata nila ng lalaking iyon.Of course, Vanessa knew that man is. Everyone knew him as a noble big boss in the entertainment industry. He is none other than, Barron Hudson, the king of the entertainment industry. Tinitingala ito ng lahat. Also, everyone is crazy in love with his very handsome and charismatic aura. Higit sa lahat, layunin ng mga tao sa media ang mapalapit at pumasok sa matatag na agency na hawak nito.Asia's corner of lips twitched habang nakatitig sa reaksyon ni Vanessa at Barron sa isa't isa. She smirked and clapped her hands a bit to wake them up.Vanessa's eyes immediately avoid Barron's deep and dark eyes."Well, siguro naman kilala n'yo ang isa't isa, right?" Asia said and then pulled Devi in the spacious and luxurious living room."Vanessa, this is my little brother, Barron Hudson. And brother, this is Vanessa Dizon. The model I chose
BackerAsia shook her head and patted Vanessa's hands, which were pressed together. "It's good that you caught them before it's too late. Mahirap na magpakasal sa isang manloloko! And anyway, I am here. I can support you in your revenge."Vanessa looked at Asia and frowned. "B-bakit gusto mo akong tulungan, Ms. Vanessa? Is it because you still want me to sign as your talent?" Diretsong tanong rito ni Vanessa."To be honest, yes. But, as I see, nasa panganib ang buhay mo. Look, Matthew strikes you and he will not stop. She harms your mother that leads to her death. Walang ibang gagawa nito sayo, as I learn from Aurora, who have zero enemies in the modeling industry since you become a model. So, tingin mo sino ang gagawa nito sa'yo. You almost rape last night by that bastard. Alam nating marami na siyang krimen na nagawa sa lahat ng mga modelo, but it didn't expose dahil walang naglakas-loob at nababayaran niya ang hustisya. Now, kaya mo bang hindi lumaban lalo at nawalan ka ng isang Ina
Scolding"Ms. Asia, are you okay?" ang nagaalalang tanong ni Vanessa kay Asia ng ito ang muntik ng masagi ng itim na kotse.Asia looks paled but remains calm and composure. "I'm fine. How about you, Vanessa?" Asia also checks Vanessa."I'm fine, don't worry."Nakita ni Vanessa at Asia ng babain ng isang kotse ang itim na kotse at sapilitan nitong inilabas ang nagmamaneho niyon. Kitang kita nila kung paano ng dalawang lalaki gulpihin ang driver.Dahil 7:30 pm na sa mga oras na iyon, wala nang masyadong tao sa buong paligid ng Memorial Park ngunit nagkakagulo ang iilang tao na nakasaksi ng buong pangyayari. Kahit ang mga security guards ng Angel Memorial Garden ay lumapit at umawat.Asia pursed her lips. It seems that she knew who their rescuer was. Of course, it was the members of the black society, which is the underworld.May pinakita lang ang member ng black society sa mga guwardiya, then those guards handed the man in the hands of the 2 members. Umalis ang mga ito at tinangay nila a
Angel Memorial ParkBarron's eyes turned even colder. "You may go now," he said to his assistant."Sir?""Go home now!""O-okay, Sir. Good bye." Saka lumabas si Rene sa opisna ng kanyang boss.Barron picked up his phone and dialed Aris. Nakailang ring pa lang ng agad iyong sinagot ng kabilang linya."Barron?""Aris, I need a thorough investigation about what happened to Vanessa's mother's death. I need every detail and also valid reports. Everything..." Agad niyang wika rito."Oh-huh. Okay, I am already working on this matter." Sagot ni Aris sa kabilang linya."Good.""Anyway, why are you so very interested in this matter? As I checked, this model came from your rival agency." nagtatakang tanong ni Aris."Do I need to tell you my reason?"Aris, on the other line, smirks. "No need. Well, I think I know the reason. This Model is very stunning and she has a very strong career. You want to sign her as one of your exclusive models?""No." Barron's direct answer."Then, your exclusive woman?
Totally RuinedAfter the evening meeting with the Rocket's executive, Barron received a call from his trusted men in the black society.As he gets inside his office, sinagot agad niya ang tawag."Speak..." his baritone tone was heard.Rene who is following her boss heard it. Hindi muna siya nagsalita at mahina lang ang kanyang galaw na nilagay ang lahat ng documents ng kanyang boss sa mesa nito at ang laptop."Okay, send it to my email immediately!" He said.Pagkababa niya ng tawag ay tumingin siya kay Rena."Sir Barron—""Locate where Asia is at this time." Utos niya rito.Rene nodded. "Okay, Sir. May iuutos pa ho ba kayo?""Alamin mo ang status ng contract ni Vanessa sa Ellis Entertainment Company." Barron said and sat down in his swivel chair and opened his laptop.Rene frown. Hindi niya alam kung bakit simula pa kaninang umaga ay naririnig na niya sa boss niya ang pangalan ng modelo na pinaka-ayaw nitong marinig.Barron raised his eyebrows when he noticed Rene was not moving."What
Vanessa's AgonyAsia Hudson's look for Vanessa's details. Kay Aurora niya iyon nakuha, good things that Aurora keeps Vanessa's private number and also her assistant, Odette's number.Agad tinawagan ni Asia ang number ni Vanessa, but her number is unavailable at that moment. Tinawagan naman niya ang number ng assistant nito.After five rings, may sumagot agad ng tawag niya."Hello... who is this please?" wika ng kabilang linya."This is Asia Hudson. Is this Vanessa's assistant?"Odette, on the other end of the line, frowned. "Yes.""Where is Vanessa? May I speak with her now?" Asia goes straight to the point at hinanap agad si Vanessa sa assistant nito."May I know what you need to Vanessa?" tanong ni Odette. Wala siyang kilalang Asia Hudson, but Hudson is very familiar with her."I am the one who helped Vanessa last night. Kilala niya ako. Just tell her I want to talk to her." wika ni Asia.Napatingin agad si Odette kay Vanessa na nakatulala habang naghihintay matapos ang cremation ng
InvestigateBarron and Asia were in the Rocket's Entertainment Company, CEO's office.Asia went there straight from the hotel where she and her best friend Aurora stayed for a night after the banquet last night."Why are you so concerned with that woman's issues? See, umalis siya ng walang paalam even though she's in a state of crisis, right?" Barron said while busy signing the documents on his table."Yeah. But brother, I feel pity for her. Malaking tao si Matthew Sanchez, as we heard, that man is a manipulative bastard. I'm a little afraid of that poor model 'Vanessa'." Asia is full of worries at that time."So what? Pinasok niya ang gulong iyan, then she should've faced it alone. So, stop worrying about her.""But...""No but's, Ate. Hindi ko obligasyon ang tulungan ang kung sino man lalo at hindi naman nagtatrabaho sa company ko. I will not waste my time as such a woman.""But she almost raped, Barron. Hindi ka ba naaawa sa kanya? What if, ako 'yon?"Barron frowned. "I will kill hi