"I was unproductive at the office all day because I couldn't focus. My mind was preoccupied with thoughts of Miguel Ice. "What's bothering you?" Raven asked, concerned. "Nothing," I replied simply. "Are you sure? You've been sitting there all day, deep in thought. What's on your mind?" Raven inquired. "Nothing! Just forget it!" I grabbed my bag, about to leave when someone opened the door. We both looked over. I wish I hadn't seen who it was. "Is that you? You're early today," Raven asked the newcomer curiously. "I always leave at this time," he replied. "Why do you look upset?" He came over to me. "Let's go." He took my bag and left immediately. I couldn't even say goodbye to Raven in the rush. "Wait!" I exclaimed, unable to keep up with his fast pace. "Why?" He looked at me and stopped. "What's wrong?" he asked, worried. "Can you slow down?" I saw surprise in his eyes, so I repeated, "Stop what you're doing." Instead of answering, he led me to a café inside the building, as
Aira's Point of View "I left that room because I couldn't breathe." "Oh! Son, you're there?" Mama asked in surprise as she looked at the door I had just exited. "I brought Miguel. He was very drunk. I'm still shy." What woman wouldn't be shy to face a man's mother, especially caught by surprise like this? "Is that so? Miguel's room isn't there. Come join me and let's move him," Mama hurriedly pulled me inside. "He built this room for you. He has big plans for both of you. It's been a long time, haven't you noticed?" She looked at me, but I just shook my head instead of speaking. "Oh my God, Miguelito! Why did you get drunk? Don't worry, dear. I apologize for my son. He's still young and rebellious at times since taking on responsibilities. Let him stay here. He wakes up all day. Let's have coffee first," Mama offered. I wasn't really listening as Mama spoke. We helped Miguel into his room and left him in bed, even though he couldn't change his clothes. "You know, Aira, you're
**Aira Jane's P.O.V** I woke up because of the loud knocking on my room door—okay, it's the room where I sleep at Miguel's house. Mama didn't let me go home last night because it was too late. I didn't even realize I had fallen asleep while contemplating. I got up and went straight to the door to open it for the person knocking. "What's that?" I groggily asked. I didn't even bother to look because my eyes were still closed. "Mama wants you awake. She said to join us for breakfast. Hurry up, I'm going in. Also, wear something before facing people," she flicked my forehead. I immediately panicked upon realizing what she meant. Damn it. I forgot I took off my bra before lying down last night. Ugh. Now my nips are showing through my shirt. I hurried into the bathroom to wash up. I also opened a new toothbrush to freshen up for breakfast. How embarrassing. Gosh. Slowly, I walked towards the dining area. Even with my head down, I knew Mama was in front of me. "Good morning, M
Aira's Point of View "I woke up in a room surrounded by white. I knew this wasn't my bedroom so I tried to get up."Airaaa! Thank God you're awake!" I furrowed my brow upon hearing the unfamiliar voice."Son! Aira's awake! Please call her doctor!" The voice sounded panicked. My vision was still blurry so I couldn't see her clearly. The doctor arrived and examined me. He even opened my eyes as if I had come out of a coma."She's stable now. If there are no complications, you can take her home tomorrow," the doctor instructed the woman he was talking to.I couldn't see the woman clearly because I was seeing her for the first time. Beside her were Miguel and Ken, who weren't speaking. What's going on?"Airaaa! How are you feeling? Do you recognize me? Huh? It's me, your husband," I heard Ken's simple laugh behind Raven."Idiot! You're not my husband! You're already married and I'm not her. Just leave me alone!" I irritably replied to him."Confirm, guys. This is Aira! She didn't lose h
Aira's Point of View "The next day, the doctor discharged me. I couldn't stay there any longer because of everything running through my mind. First of all, from what I remember, there were no vehicles near me when I turned. I wanted to know if it really was just an accident."Where's the CCTV? I need to watch it now," I insisted to Raven."No. Miguel specifically told me not to give you anything that would trigger your stress. It will take longer to heal if that happens," Raven replied, taking my bag and carefully removing my IV drip."Why? Are you Miguel now?" I asked sharply."Miguel was the one who took care of you, watched over you, and his excessive worry for you was evident. I saw with my own two eyes how much he cared for you. So, I'll follow his instructions until he returns here," she stated firmly."I don't get you. Suit yourself," was all I could muster.Actually, that's my coping mechanism when I'm excited or happy. My heart pounded upon hearing how much Miguel worried ab
Aira Jane's Point of View"Is this about your father? Mr. Martin?" I asked, surprising him. He faced me and sat beside me."Why? Did he do something to you? Did he threaten you? What did he say to you? Why-" I interrupted him with a light slap to stop his incessant questioning. So many questions."I'm the one asking, aren't I? Is your father involved in my accident?" My voice rose slightly as I repeated my question to him. I saw panic on his face. I got the answer I wanted even before he said anything."So he's still after you? Why don't you just be his child since your life there is fine? Leave Mama to me. I won't let him neglect her or deny her. If you want to see him, that's fine, just don't leave him with your father's family or let him alone." I said firmly.He wiped his face while pacing in front of me."We both know he won't stop until you go back to him. What matters most to him is his pride and power. You're the key to keeping it." I added."Can you? Please don't think about m
Aira Jane's Point of ViewThe treatment lasted almost half a month. During that time, Miguel took care of me.He prepared my meals, helped me bathe, and especially managed my medications. Just as he wished, I didn't oppose him. He was right, Miguel was right. He took care of me for their own peace of mind. I hadn't thought about that because I was too busy worrying about my own feelings."The doctor reduced the medications. For now, you can move properly, don't work for the meantime. Raven is there. If you're bored here, just call me. I'll take you out immediately. Mama can't visit here, you know she's shy with parents. Just bear with her. That's just how she is when she's ashamed." He slung the bag with his clothes."Miguel, wait!" I hesitated to stop him.He was leaving. He'd been telling me all this time, but I had no answer because I already knew it. The doctor also told me. Aside from that, my mind was in turmoil."Is that really not the father of that child?" I pointed to his ha
"Table for two?" the receptionist greeted us."Yes, please," Miguel replied.Miguel guided me to the table that was assigned to us. He ordered our food without even asking me.Feeling a bit shy, I just let him handle it. It felt awkward because I didn't know what to talk about."Isn't this your favorite?" Miguel handed me a plate of kare-kare.I just nodded. "Why are you just nodding? Don't you have a voice today? Where's the Aira I was with yesterday?" he teased."I don't know about you!" I replied irritably, still embarrassed about what I did yesterday.Actually, I didn't expect him to ask me out right away. I was surprised when he called last night and said our date would be tomorrow."You're beautiful!" he suddenly said out of nowhere.Suddenly, a scenario entered my mind. A scene where he first said I was beautiful."I was just thinking. When you applied to the boutique, did you like me right away?" I asked him with a smile."What are you thinking! Of course not. I didn't even kn