"Ah, is that so? I'll ask Mom and Dad for permission first. If they agree, I'll come, but if not, there's nothing I can do. Hopefully, you'll understand. Thank you very much for the invitation," I politely responded to my mother."Yes, of course. I understand. I just wanted to formally introduce my children to each other. I'm sorry if I'm asking this of you," she held my hand and looked into my eyes.I saw sincerity in her eyes, and I had no right to judge her. She just wanted her children to get to know each other well. "Thank you for coming here. It means a lot that you've forgiven me. I'm sorry for everything, my child. I know it's late, but let me make it up to you. Whatever you need, I'm here to help," I simply nodded in response.She returned from DUBAI. She told me how she applied as a domestic helper until she met a Filipino businessman who is now her husband and the father of her children. She also shared how scared she was when she left me; she never expected me to be this u
"Where's Daddy? Did he go to the doctor?" I asked Meriam, whom I found in the living room."I don't know!""You're always like this," I said irritably.I quickly went upstairs to check on him. Before passing by his office, I noticed Ate Shane and Kuya Jan's room. It was open, so I peeked inside."Nothing happened between us! Why don't you believe me? I'm your husband!" Kuya Jan explained to Ate Shane.Kuya was sitting at the end of the bed while Ate Shane was rummaging through the cabinet."I'm not stupid. I saw what I saw. Don't add lies," Ate threw the clothes she took from the open suitcase onto the floor.They were shouting at each other, so I looked for the child. The baby in the crib was crying. I couldn't help it; it looked like they had no intention of comforting the crying child.They didn't even notice I had already picked up the baby."I don't know what's going on. I don't want to interfere, but if you're going to fight, can you please give the baby to me or have one of the
"Are you sure you want me to come? I'm worried I might feel out of place," Miguel hesitantly asked me.We were already in the car on our way to the restaurant where Mom booked a table for us. Dad had agreed that I could meet them."I don't know anyone there. I might just end up feeling out of place if I go alone," I replied as we quickly arrived and I spotted Mom outside. I went in immediately and kissed her. "Hello. I know you all know each other, but let me formally introduce you. This is Miguel, my boyfriend, and this is my real mom." I smiled as I introduced them. They greeted each other with kisses."Where are your kids?" I asked as I sat down. Miguel pulled a chair next to me. "They're just in the restroom. Oh! Here they come," Mom and I both turned to look where Mom was pointing.I saw two very beautiful girls. "You took so long. I've been waiting for you. Aira's already here, your older sister. Aira, these are Lyka and Lily, my daughters who are next in line. And our youngest
Certainly! Here's the translated and refined version:It's puzzling why he didn't recognize me, considering we had talked at the mall before. Could he be pretending not to know me? Oh well, I don't want to dwell on it because I don't want to spoil my mood. I'm here to get to know Mama's children.They were happily playing with the baby. "I'll just go to Cr," Miguel whispered to me. I simply nodded at him. Shortly after, Abby also left. I wanted to follow her because I had a feeling she would meet Miguel. Instead, I closed my eyes and took a deep breath, choosing not to think badly of Miguel. I'll trust in his love for me."That's deep. Is something bothering you?" Mama approached me with concern."I'm fine. Maybe I just ate too much seafood," I replied."Do you have an allergy to it? As far as I remember, you don't have any seafood allergies. What happened?" She asked, worried.I smiled. "Since I got pregnant and miscarried, I've developed some unexpected allergies. I haven't gone for
Silence dominated the space between Abby and me as we stood in the mansion's garden after I escorted her inside."Ma'am, do you need anything else? Just give me a call," she said, placing our snacks on the table."Could you bring us a small electric fan? It would help keep the baby comfortable," I requested. She nodded and promptly obeyed.Abby poured herself some juice before speaking. "I'm sorry for showing up here suddenly after we just met. I couldn't talk to you properly earlier in front of Mommy, and I didn't want them to find out. It would be embarrassing.""Why? What's going on?" I asked hesitantly."I don't know if it's right for you to hear this first from me, but I can't stop thinking about it. After giving birth, postpartum hit me hard," she began, taking a sip of juice. "It's embarrassing, but I want you to know that Miguel is the father of my child. I'm sorry; I don't want to ruin your relationship. I'm just not sure how to explain to my baby that her father is my half-s
### Aira Jane's Point of ViewIt had only been a few minutes since Abby left. I stayed in the garden, pondering whether her revelation was a threat or a plea for understanding."What was that woman doing with you?" Meriam suddenly appeared. I just looked at her and didn't respond. "I know her. She's the woman who was Ice's mistress when you weren't around. What is she doing here now?" she repeated. I sighed and turned to face her."I heard she got pregnant, but it's not Miguel's child. She made Miguel take responsibility. Did you know that?" I stood up and started to walk away."You're so dramatic! I'm just trying to comfort you, and this is how you act!" she shouted after me as I walked further away. "She's my half-sister!"I kept walking towards my room. I didn’t want to think about what had happened or what might happen. I wasn't obligated to worry about my sister's feelings. If she wanted a complete family, she should find the real father of her child. Call me selfish, but I won't
**Aira Jane's Point of View**"Where are we going?" I asked Miguel.He called me while I was resting and told me to get ready because he was coming to pick me up. I suggested we bring Mama, but he refused, saying it was a time just for the two of us."You’ll find out when we get there," he answered simply while driving.Mama dressed me in a simple white dress. There were women’s clothes in the room where I rested at their house, all of which Miguel had collected for me. Everything fit perfectly, even the heels."Do you have a guilty conscience or something? You’re making quite a fuss," I joked. I looked at him and saw his expression change, but he quickly composed himself when he noticed me watching."No, I just wanted us to have a romantic date like other couples before anything else. I know it’s corny, so don’t laugh at me," he said as I smiled.I wasn’t laughing at him; I just couldn’t help but feel giddy. Any girl would feel that way if their boyfriend surprised them with a date.
**Aira Jane's Point of View**After my dinner date with Miguel, I asked to go home. I didn't know why, but every little movement made me tired, and my head hurt.Miguel told me everything, how he met Abby, and how he became the father to Abby's child."When I saw the child, my heart was so happy because I thought of you and our future child. I missed you both so much at that time. I felt sorry for the child growing up without a father, so I offered to be his father, but that didn't mean we would be a family. When I found out we were having a child, I was overjoyed. I was excited about everything he would do once he came into this world. I want to be the one to teach him everything he wants to learn. So, please, don't think about anything else. Listen to me because I did it for the child, seeing our own in him." These words echoed in my ears, giving me a sense of security in our relationship. I felt his love and his desire to be with me forever."I'll go with you tomorrow; let's get yo