Eumerriah's Point of ViewI woke up with my body aching. It seemed like it was already noon because the sun was high in the sky, but the cool breeze coming from the open window provided some relief. The curtains hanging there swayed with the wind."Argh!" I groaned. I just woke up, but I already felt exhausted."Hi? Good morning. How was your sleep?" Gabrielle greeted as he entered the room. He was carrying a large tray with milk, fruits, rice, egg, and hotdog. Was this breakfast in bed? I smiled because it was obvious he rushed—he was sweating a lot."Drink the milk first before you eat the rice. The fruits are your dessert, okay?" he instructed, pointing to the fruits. I usually eat fruits before a heavy meal, but I'm getting used to his reminders. "Thank you," I said, removing the blanket still covering my body. I felt cold despite the bright sunlight because of the strong wind."Who dressed me?" I asked, surprised to see myself wearing a dress. I also realized I wasn’t wearing a b
**Eumerriah's Point of View**We finished eating, and everyone was busy preparing to return to Manila. Earlier, while we were having fun, Gabrielle's friends were teasing us, but Kristine remained quiet, engrossed in her phone. I ignored her to keep my mood from being ruined. My heart was overflowing with joy, experiencing these moments with Gabrielle's small family.Having a family like this is a precious thing. I will never forget the memories we created together here."Drive safely, Jayson. Take care, Paul, Kristine, and Hanz. Study well. See you soon," I said with a smile as I bid them goodbye. However, Gabrielle was glaring at me. I could see the anger in his eyes from the corner of mine. Paul and Jayson just laughed at Gabrielle's behavior. They quickly drove away. I waved even though I wasn't sure if they could see me. They had already said goodbye to Lola and Kate, who were busy cleaning. Since the house help from the agency hadn't arrived yet, we were taking care of things ou
Gabrielle's Point of ViewIt's such a relief not to have anything to worry about. I'm not sure if Mommy and Daddy will like Eumerriah, but I'm still hopeful. I know they're not happy about the issue I had with my brother's girlfriend, but what can I do, right? I found happiness with this woman that I haven't experienced with anyone else in my life.Yumi is currently lying on my lap. She must be tired from what we did earlier. Of course, we went swimming. We couldn't really enjoy swimming when my friends were here because they were so hyper, but I'm happy that Yumi got along well with them.I quickly answered the call because my phone suddenly rang. Yumi was sleeping so soundly, and I didn't want her to wake up and turn into a dragon. Hahaha. Just kidding. I gently moved her head from my lap to a pillow."What's the news?" I asked Dad's secretary."Your dad is calling for you. He wasn't angry when he said it," she replied simply."Okay. I'll be there tonight." I ended the call. I'll ca
Gabrielle's Point of View"It doesn't matter what happens to her in your brother's hands. Your Daddy wants Jerome to marry her as soon as possible." Mommy's shawl fell as she explained this to me. I saw a bruise on her arm. She tried to cover it so I wouldn't notice. "Where did that come from?""What bruise? Just follow what I said. Apologize to her parents. When they see Yumi, they'll want her to—" Mom couldn't finish her sentence as I grabbed her hand and pulled her closer to me. She tried to leave the room while she was speaking."Dad is still hurting you? I thought he had stopped? I thought he had changed?" I was furious, but Mommy just avoided my gaze."You're not going to tell me? Do I have to confront Dad just to get you to tell me the truth? I thought you were okay here?!" She slapped me across the face. When I looked at her, tears were streaming down her cheeks.I rubbed my face, seeing her sit down because of her crying. I couldn't believe my own mother was going through thi
Gabrielle's Point of View"Why did you agree to this arranged marriage? Why didn’t you stop Dad?" I yelled at my brother after our parents left."Why didn’t you? Why don’t you admit that Eumerriah is pregnant and you’re the father? Or do you want me to tell them and claim that I am the father?" he asked with a smirk.I knew he was just provoking me to start a fight and make me look bad in our parents’ eyes once again."Don't involve my child!" I warned him."Why not? What can you do? Do you really think you know Eumerriah? Do you think she’s just a woman who will agree to live in a shack? You don’t know her!" he said, walking out of the dining area.There was no point in arguing with my worthless brother. All he cares about is his image and Ate Shaira. He doesn’t listen to Mom and Dad, yet he still holds a position in the company, unlike me, whom they have deprived. Rumors are strong that Kuya Jerome will take over Dad’s position if it ever happens. Besides the business, he is the bos
### Eumerriah's Point of ViewIt was already afternoon, but Gabrielle still hadn't come home. I wanted to call him, but my shyness held me back. He had said goodbye so well last night that I didn't expect him to be gone for an entire day.Lola and Kate took care of me. They didn't leave me unattended, though I wanted to help them with what they were doing, but they refused. Lola was making doormats, as she had since Gabrielle's mother was a child. She used to sell them at the market, and sometimes people would buy them in bulk. Even though they had money now and Gabrielle had his own business, she hadn't forgotten how to make doormats because many customers still liked her work."Are you getting bored?" Kate asked me."A little," I replied simply."Maybe you just miss Kuya. We felt the same way at first. Kuya grew up here. I remember he was very stern with me; he hardly spoke to me because he said I wasn't his sister. Then his mom took him to Manila to study. I was three years old the
Eumerriah's Point of ViewAfternoon came, but Gabrielle still hadn't returned. I wanted to call him, but my shyness held me back. He had left properly last night, but I didn't expect him to be gone for an entire day.Lola and Kate took care of me. They didn't neglect me, though I wanted to help with what they were doing, they refused. Lola was making doormats. Since Gabrielle's mother was young, this has been her livelihood. She would sell them at the market, and sometimes they would be bought in bulk. Even though they had money and Gabrielle had other businesses, she never forgot to make doormats because many customers loved her work."Are you getting bored?" Kate asked me."A bit," I answered simply."Maybe you just miss Kuya. We felt the same at first. Kuya grew up here; I remember he used to be so grumpy with me. He almost didn’t want to talk to me because he said I wasn’t his sibling. Until his mother took him and sent him to school in Manila. I was three years old then; he was p
Gabrielle's Point of ViewMy head hurt as I got up. I could see through the window that the sun was already high. I looked around and realized I was in Eumerriah's room. Suddenly, I remembered Yumi. I threw off the blanket wrapped around me and hurried outside."Yumiii!" I called out frantically as I stepped out. I saw her setting the table with food. She smiled when she saw me."Good morning. How was your sleep? Come, let's have breakfast. Do you want milk or coffee?" There was something different about her smile. I felt like something had happened."Good morning! Sorry, you ended up preparing breakfast. I slept well. Where did you sleep? Why was I in your bed?" I asked, scratching my head."Beside you," she replied with a smile. I was surprised. I knew something had happened between us. We were already in a relationship, but I didn't expect to sleep beside her. I didn't want her to be stressed while sleeping, especially since she was pregnant. I knew someone like that."Sorry if I s