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
**Gabrielle's Point of View**Eumerriah and I finished our meal happily while chatting. We talked about our antics during our school days. Even though we both went to private school, we could say it wasn't boring. We would spend our weekly budget playing arcade games in the malls. Sometimes, we even defied our teachers. It's amusing that the simple, beautiful, and classy Eumerriah Ferrer, famous in the country, also had her mischievous side.It was through her that I found out Kuya Jerome was her first love. She had a crush on Kuya Jerome since they were students. They were batchmates, while I was in a lower grade. Eumerriah is two years older than me, but I acted more mature than her. She still seemed like a child, with many things she hadn't experienced yet. Cooking, for instance, was almost a first-time experience for her."Aren't you done yet? Lola might be waiting! Hurry up!" she said while hastily putting on her shoes.Lola called earlier, mentioning that some people had come to
Eumerriah's Point of ViewI woke up feeling the warmth from the sun. It's already noon, and I'm here in the hut where Gabrielle and I first stayed. I looked around; no one was in sight. Everyone must be busy preparing for the event hall and front desk since Gabrielle's resort opening is later.It looks like everything is ready because all our belongings are gone, except for the mattress and kitchen essentials. Another family or couple will surely create memories in this place.I recalled the times Gabrielle brought me here, and how I used to throw tantrums. I laughed at myself, remembering how I acted like a child who didn’t get what she wanted. I remembered how Gabrielle looked at me without any emotion in his eyes.The strong wind brought back many memories. For others, four months might be a short time. It is indeed a short time if we don't make the most of it and open our minds to the beautiful memories that can be created.For me, those four months were the happiest of my life. D
Gabrielle's Point of ViewI woke up and got up to turn off the air conditioner as it was chilling my feet. Even though my eyes were a bit sore, I strained to glance at the small clock on the bedside table.I noticed that I was alone in bed; it was only four in the morning. Where could she have gone? Maybe she got hungry.Still groggy, I went downstairs and found Kate eating while Grandma was making coffee. "Good morning, Kuya. You're up early. What's the occasion?" Kate greeted me as she noticed me.I approached Grandma and kissed her on the cheek. I just nodded at Kate and went straight to the sink to brush my teeth because I find it hard to speak; I'm conscious of my saliva."Where's Eumerriah?" I asked, looking around."She hasn't come down yet. Is she awake?" Kate asked, heading to the fridge to get some bread."Ah, maybe she's in the bathroom. She wasn't in bed next to me, so I got up. I thought she woke up because the baby was hungry again. By the way, how was the program? Do yo
Gabrielle's Point of ViewWhen Kate finally stopped crying, she suddenly left me alone. I stood there, staring blankly at the small hut where Yumi and I used to live. I couldn't bring myself to open the letter Kate had given me. I felt like I already knew what it contained.I took my phone out of my pocket. Before running here, I had grabbed my car keys and my phone. I called Manager Kim. "Gabrielle? You're calling so early. How was the grand opening? I couldn't make it; I was too busy with—""Where's Eumerriah?" I cut her off abruptly."Why are you asking me?" She stopped talking because someone else approached her; I could hear it on the other end of the line. "Why are you asking me? Didn't I leave her with you at the coffee shop the other day? Didn't you take her back to Batangas?" Her voice revealed concern and confusion about Yumi's whereabouts. I ended the call and searched my phone for another contact who might know where Yumi was.I saw Ate Shaira's number in my contacts, so I