**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
**Aira Jane’s Point of View**“Mom, does it really have to come to this? Why can’t we just let her learn?” Lily said irritably to Mama, my biological mother.“Let her? What if something bad happens to her? What if she loses her mind? What if—?” Mama was panicking, so my third sister held her.I understand Mama; I get why she’s so frantic. Like her, I’m also scared of losing a child.They called me because of what’s happening with Abby. Abby is throwing a fit and threatening to commit suicide if she doesn’t marry Miguel. We’re all disturbed; even Mama is struggling because two of her children love Miguel. But unlike Abby, I’m not obsessed with him. Still, I can’t just give Miguel up to someone else, even if it's my sister. Miguel is the one who should decide whom to love. I can’t dictate to him.“With all due respect, I want to help, but I don’t have the ability to dictate to my boyfriend. I love Miguel, and my family is important to me, but I have no right. I also don’t have any sugge
Aira Jane's Point of View"Sorry, but I won't go there alone," Raven stubbornly said.Raven and I were having an argument since she introduced her so-called new boyfriend. I couldn't understand why she needed a boyfriend just to show up in front of her parents, whom I couldn’t even tell if they were her exes. I didn't agree with her using someone just to avoid embarrassment."Let her be. If that's how she wants to show that she knows her worth, so be it," advised Miguel.I shot him a disapproving look. I didn't expect him to side with Raven. I sighed deeply. "Fine, do what you want. But if you end up getting hurt..." I sighed again, more heavily this time. "We'll be here for you. Try to go alone, and you'll get a piece of my mind. Come on, let's leave them. It's what she wants." I stood up and walked out of the restaurant."Thanks, best friend! I love you," she shouted, shamelessly, even in an upscale restaurant."So, you changed your mind?" Miguel asked as we got into the car."I st
Aira is currently living at home while her condo is being renovated. The renovation process has been challenging, particularly with the frequent noise complaints from Meriam, who lives in the neighboring unit. Considering the inconvenience, Aira is seriously contemplating living with her boyfriend, Miguel, during the renovation period. Miguel has been incredibly supportive throughout this time, offering her a sanctuary away from the chaos.Aira feels a growing disconnect from her best friend, Raven. She recently discovered significant changes in his life that she wasn't aware of, which has left her feeling out of touch. Raven now has a girlfriend named Angela, and his brother has moved in with him, living in the other room. This distance between them has been troubling for Aira, who once shared everything with Raven. The changes in Raven’s life have amplified her feelings of isolation and concern, particularly about her own emotions towards Miguel and the uncertainty about having Nate
After Angela's wedding, we didn't go home right away. It was my decision because I wanted to rest first. I didn't want to worry about problems back home. I avoided thinking about things that would stress me out. I knew deep down that she had a profound reason, and if she didn't want me to get involved, then so be it. Who am I to her, right?"Ate, are you sure you want to go home?" Ken asked."We left work behind. Besides, I'm sure I can handle myself. I've learned a lot. I'm not a child," I replied simply while packing our things. We were cleaning up the hotel room we had stayed in for almost a week."Don't worry, Ken. Your sister can handle it. If anything happens, we're here for her, just as she has always been there for me. I can't even remember what I did to deserve her company, even though she didn't really want to be here because Miguel wasn't around," Raven said as he approached and hugged me from behind. I gave him a bitter smile before walking to the bathroom to gather my ess
**Meriam’s Point of View**“Does Ate Aira know about this?” I asked my siblings, who were with me in the living room. I didn’t even know why we were all here while the two were away. Ken was always with Raven and Ate Aira. He’s really close to them since they’re almost the same age.“She probably doesn’t,” Ate May answered simply.“Why did this have to happen when they’re about to travel? I approved Miguel’s leave because he said it was his only chance to make up to Aira. I didn’t expect he’d get married to someone else during his leave. He’s so irritating. Dad accepted him wholeheartedly and trusted him,” Ate May said unusually long.“If May hadn’t stopped me, I would’ve confronted him by now,” Dyson, who was sitting next to Ate May, said angrily. I didn’t like Dyson’s arrogance, but what could I do if he was the one Dad chose to be Ate May’s partner.I was annoyed that all my siblings were getting married. At least Miguel married someone else. I wasn’t exactly thrilled, okay, maybe
**Aira’s Point of View**"I told you, right? No one should disturb me. I need to rest. What's so wrong with that?" I shouted from my room as someone knocked on my door again."He said he’s here and wants to talk to you. Don’t shout at me; I’m just doing what I think is right. You’re too hot-headed. If you don’t want to talk to him, tell him yourself. You're so high maintenance," Meriam's voice boomed. I could hear her stomping. I sighed deeply.“Where is—Miguel?” I exclaimed in surprise when I opened my door.“What are you doing here?” I asked again.“Can you calm down first? Let’s talk properly,” he said calmly.“Come in.” I walked back into my room. “Lock the door.”“Aira, I’m sorry!” he began.“What are you sorry for? For not joining us or what?” I asked sharply.“For everything,” he added.“People apologize for things they didn’t mean to do. Do you think you didn’t mean to do that?” I faced him.“I-I don’t know what you want to hear. If I tell you the truth, will you accept it? Wi