### Eumerriah's Point of ViewGabrielle built such a huge house. It’s perfect for a big family. I’m happy, but I can’t help feeling a bit sad because of the thoughts running through my mind.Part of me still struggles to sleep these past few days because I keep thinking about Jerome. It might be called cheating, but what can I do if he still crosses my mind?I love Gabrielle; I know that for sure. I’m happy when I’m with him, and I laugh genuinely with him. He made me realize many things. With him, I experienced things Jerome never did for me.With Gabrielle, I never worried about what might happen tomorrow. With him, I wasn’t afraid to show my real self without makeup. With him, I didn’t find it hard to be honest. But with Jerome, I always had to smile, always had to look beautiful in his eyes, and above all, I always had to be a good person.I know the difference, yet I can’t help but think of him. Jerome and I shared five years, on and off camera. I admit, I was happy with Jerome,
Gabrielle’s Point of ViewYumi fainted while crying earlier. I wasn’t sure why, so I immediately brought her home to rest. She probably fainted from exhaustion after everything we did today.I carried her and hurriedly laid her on the bed in our new house. It hasn't been blessed yet, but it’s ready for use.“What happened to Ate Yumi?!” Kate asked worriedly.She had been busy arranging the rooms while Grandma was in the kitchen, putting everything where she could easily reach it.“She might be exhausted,” I answered simply.I covered Eumerriah with a blanket while Kate watched me.“Let’s just let her rest for now. She’s still breathing, so she’s probably fine. I’ll call the doctor from the clinic to check on her,” I said, then closed the bedroom door. I went back to the garden to get my phone and called Manager Kim to come over and see Yumi. I also wanted to know what she said to Eumerriah that made her cry and tremble so much.“Hello, Gabrielle! Where are you, and what happened to Y
### Eumerriah’s Point of ViewWe were all having breakfast except for Gabrielle, who was still sleeping. I didn’t wake him up because he seemed to be sleeping soundly."Oh, oh! Let go of that! Kate and I can handle the cleaning, dear. Go to the living room and rest," Lola scolded me when I started helping with the dishes. I let go because I knew they wouldn't give in.Manager Kim had already gone to the living room and wasn’t allowed to help either. I don't remember us discussing that he would sleep here last night. I haven’t spoken to him yet because breakfast was already served when I came down the stairs."I’d like to take a shower, can I go back to the reso—""Ops! Not allowed! One of us, either Lola or Gabrielle, needs to be with you," Kate interrupted me."Once Gabrielle wakes up, we’ll ask him to help us carry our things. You can't walk there alone again. Just bear with what you're wearing for now," said Lola.I nodded and went to where Manager Kim was comfortably sitting."Wha
**Gabrielle's Point of View**A whole day has passed, yet I haven't received any news from Yumi. I tried calling her, but no one answered. The same goes for Manager Kim. I want to visit her, but I don't want to cause any trouble. I went home to the mansion earlier, but neither Mommy nor Daddy was there. The housekeeper told me that Shaira was rushed to the hospital because she was bleeding, so Kuya Jerome is there with her. Our mansion is a large compound where Kuya and I each have our own houses, which is why he can bring Ate Shaira home.I waited for a while in the mansion's living room, but no one came home. I decided to go to my house here, which I haven't lived in much since I started studying here; I've always been going home to the mansion. I don't know what goes through my mind and instinct, but I've always followed it since I was a child."What's happening?" I asked when an unfamiliar car parked. I watched them from a distance as they entered the mansion. Kuya Jerome was assi
Eumerriah's Point of ViewMonths have passed, and the fear of being seen by people vanished as soon as I arrived in Manila. Many recognized me, but the gossip and rumors had died down. I heard nothing about my past issue."Has Manila really changed this much in just four months?" I said to Manager Kim."A lot can change in a single day, so don't be surprised. How did your meeting go yesterday?" "It was nothing. They're still angry and want me to follow them. Hahaha, but let them be. They can handle their business without me." I said casually as we entered a coffee shop. Before Gabrielle picks me up, Manager Kim and I planned to have a friendly date. It was my way of thanking him for his kindness. I am immensely grateful he came into my life, not just as a manager but as a close friend. In a short period, I've realized a lot. Not everyone who is good to you is truly a good person; many are good because they get something from you. They benefit from you. If not, you're like the wind th
Eumerriah's Point of ViewThree days, three days I've planned to get to know Gabrielle more than just his name. In those three days, I want him to be the only one I'll be with, and we'll do things that make us both happy. I want to give myself time to create new memories with him."The movie was great, wasn't it? If you were the one acting in it, it would have turned out even better. I want to see you act again. Hopefully, you can return soon." He smiled at me as he said those words. I also want to act again, but I want to be with him and our child first."Soon! When our child is older. I want to be hands-on in raising him.""True! I want that too, the kind where I come home and see you two first thing. I can already smell your delicious cooking from the gate—Ouch! Why did you hit me? Hahaha.""You're teasing me; you know I can't cook." I said, frowning at him. He laughed and pulled me close to him. I leaned against his chest, hearing his heartbeat."There's plenty of time to learn ho
**Gabrielle's Point of View**I hurriedly ran to get my car parked at a coffee shop. Ever since I met Eumerriah, all my worries about Kristine vanished. Maybe it's because of what she did to me. I was angry, but all that was washed away when Yumi said she trusted me. I can't think of anything else but making it up to her and proving my feelings. I can't let Kristine's issues affect me; I know we're friends, but she should understand because of what she did.When I arrived, I quickly maneuvered my car to pick up Eumerriah at the park where we hung out after watching a movie.Before I could get close, I saw a man approach Eumerriah, cover her eyes, and pull her away from her seat. I immediately stopped the car and ran towards them. I kicked the man in his side, causing him to release Eumerriah. I grabbed his collar and yelled, "What do you want? Who are you?" Anger fueled my grip on his collar. If it weren't for Eumerriah shouting and the people watching, I might have killed him. "I wa
**Gabrielle's Point of View**"Who cooks when you crave this?" Yumi asked while whisking an egg in a bowl."I do, when I feel like it. Otherwise, I just let it be. Making fresh pasta and béchamel sauce is a lot of work," I replied as I put a pot with some water and a beef cube on her induction cooker. Although we have ground beef, it's different when there's a cube to enhance the broth and soften the noodles."Why does your favorite have to be so labor-intensive?" she asked. I didn't respond immediately, reminiscing about how my mom used to cook this for me because it was one of her favorites too. It's my favorite because it's what I miss most. I only liked it when Mom made it until I got the recipe just right. "Why is this your favorite?" I turned the question back to her."Actually, carbonara, spaghetti, and any food with a sauce are the ones I dislike the most," she laughed and looked at me. "I only said that so we could have something in common. Since we met, I noticed we contrast