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The Billionaire's Kryptonite C63 - Like a wife.
"I can't go home tonight," Miguel said.Lara was talking to her husband via video call. He was indeed in the office, judging by the background, and he looked stressed out."Is anything wrong?" Lara asked, concerned. Migo wasn't his usual composed self."No… None at all. I just need to catch up with things I missed," he quickly replied and changed the topic of conversation. "Don't forget to eat dinner, okay?""You too. Do you want me or Auntie Rosette to send you dinner?" She was hoping he'd say yes, giving her a reason to visit him. But Miguel shook his head."I'll just have Jaxen order for us. I don't want you to come here, or I won't be able to do anything anymore. I miss you. You don't have any idea how much, sweetheart," Migo answered.She blushed a little. Lately, he really hadn't had much time for her, especially considering his recent recovery.She also missed him a great deal, but she was too shy to admit it."So, stay home. I'll be back as soon as I'm done with work. And you
The Billionaire's Kryptonite C64 - A promise to be kept.
"I'm sorry," Miguel said to her.They were in the living room, both seated. Meanwhile, Meredith was in the kitchen, throwing away the beef caldereta Lara had cooked because she deemed it inedible.Lara was hurt, but she tried her best to hold back her tears. She remained silent.It was already the next day. Meredith had the audacity to spend the night there and even slept beside Migo. Lara ended up looking foolish, sleeping on the living room sofa.Miguel was extremely surprised to find Meredith there, but he was even more shocked when he saw her. He seemed at a loss for words but didn't ask Meredith to leave, something Lara felt he should have done first."I was totally drunk last night," he added. "I couldn't even remember anything.""Yeah?" Lara couldn't help but be sarcastic.Adding to her frustration was the fact that Miguel had brought Meredith there. Lara thought that no one else could go there except her and Auntie Rosette?"I messaged you! Auntie Rosette did too. We told you
The Billionaire's Kryptonite C65 - Send him away.
"Lara, what happened to you?" Tasya greeted her with a hug.Tears were streaming down Lara's face when her friend saw her. Since Tasya had already embraced her, she didn't hold back her tears.They stayed like that for a good several minutes, Tasya rubbing her back and Lara crying a river.When she calmed down, she began to tell her story. Her friend listened attentively without judgment."I can't believe that's just what I am to him, Tasya… To think that I loved him with all I got," she sobbed. She didn't know exactly how she managed to convey her story without revealing what she heard. She didn't mention the source of her distress.And Tasya didn't probe either. Perhaps her friend fixated on the fact that she heard something that upset her."Lara, you should have confronted him," Tasya said. "You should have asked. Because if you only heard it and didn't let him explain, there might be a chance that it's not really like that.""I already heard what I needed to hear, Tash!" she excla
The Billionaire's Kryptonite C66 - It's always been you.
"Please, not a word," Lara blurted out when she recovered. She held her hand up, halting Miguel's approach.Tasya had sold her out. Now she had no choice but to face her husband, even though traces of her tears still lingered in her eyes."Sweetheart, let me explain," Miguel's voice pleaded."I don't wanna hear it," she stubbornly replied, her voice trembling. "Just leave!"But deep inside, that wasn't what she truly wanted. She wanted to bridge the gap between them, to hold him close and say that all she wanted was to stay by his side, even if he couldn't love her the same way.But she couldn't keep hurting herself, could she?"I won't leave until you hear me out, Lara! You have to let me explain," Miguel insisted, taking steps toward her. "Tasya said you overheard me and Meredith talking about my feelings for you. I admit I might have said—""Stop!" Lara covered her ears with her hands, desperate to block out his words. It was a futile attempt to prevent him from telling her the tru
The Billionaire's Kryptonite C67 - Happiness.
"Weak," Tasya teased her over the phone.She had been talking to her friend on the phone because she didn't get a chance to properly say goodbye earlier. Miguel had been in a hurry to take her home."Come on! Who was talking about forgiving quickly earlier? I just followed your advice," she rolled her eyes, even though Tasya wasn't in front of her."Even if I didn't say it, I knew one sweet word from Mr. Villareal, and you'd give in immediately. My gosh, if a guy like him pursued me, I'd stop running!" Tasya said. "I couldn't even speak when he talked to me earlier. I just nodded even though I didn't want to let him in!"Lara giggled. "You're insane!""Oh well, have you made up after your little tiff?" Tasya teased, her tone carrying a hint of malice.Lara blushed, clutching at the robe she was wearing. She peeked into the room where Miguel was peacefully sleeping. He must have been exhausted to fall asleep so quickly.Tasya laughed heartily when Lara remained silent. "You're married
The Billionaire's Kryptonite C68 - Meant to be together.
When Lara woke up the next morning, Miguel had already gone to work. But he left a bouquet of blue roses and a note on the table in their room for her.There were only three words written in the note – I love you.Lara was all smiles and still feeling giddy, but it quickly faded when she felt dizzy and nauseous.A few minutes later, her reflection in the mirror showed her looking terrible."What is wrong with me?" she asked herself as she prepared to take a shower. "Am I sick?"She took her time in the warm shower, thinking about why she had been feeling unwell every morning for the past few days.But when she remembered the blue roses, all her worries vanished. She quickly finished her shower and excitedly went back to the beautiful flowers.She was happy. Her heart was full. She could really feel that Miguel loved her.To express her gratitude for the flowers, she took a selfie and sent it to her husband.'Thanks for the flowers. I absolutely loved them.'She had barely sent the mes
The Billionaire's Kryptonite C69 - Check up.
Lara couldn't believe what just happened. As she stared at the ring on her finger, she felt like she was on cloud nine.Miguel loving her back was already a surprise, but him wanting to marry her again was beyond anything she could have imagined. Lara was overwhelmed.She didn't expect him to propose in front of her family's grave. When he popped the question, she couldn't help but cry.It took her some time to calm down. Miguel had to stand up and comfort her before he could put the ring on her finger.But she accepted his proposal with a warm and enthusiastic yes.It was only then that Miguel could finally breathe. He admitted he was nervous that she might turn him down."Why on earth would I do that?" she asked, tears still in her eyes. They had already left the mausoleum."I don't know. You might not accept me. I was scared you'd say no.""How can I say no to you?" She hugged him tightly. "You have no idea how happy I am. I cried because I didn't expect it.""Lara, everything I sa
The Billionaire's Kryptonite C70 - Condition.
Lara couldn't believe she was face to face with Stefano Villareal. They were in a cafe just below the hospital. She hadn't expected to see him there."Are you pregnant?" he asked her.Lara couldn't describe the emotion on Stefano's face. The look in his eyes scared her deeply.There was a danger she couldn't comprehend.Under the table, Lara's fists clenched as she struggled not to let her fear and anger escape.There she was, face to face with the man she believed killed her sister. How could Stefano act like he hadn't committed such a horrific act in the past?"Are you carrying that bastard's child?" Stefano rephrased his question.Lara shook her head. But maybe she wasn't good at lying. Despite denying her pregnancy, Stefano burst into dangerous laughter. It made her shiver."Why are you denying it, Lara?" he asked shortly after."If you are so sure, why are you still asking me about it?" she said, trying not to back down.Instead of answering, he leaned back in his chair and looke
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The Billionaire's Kryptonite C85 - Fated.
"Stop crying, I'm not dead yet."Lara couldn't decide whether to laugh or be affected by the emotional outpouring of her two friends.After a week and a half since her near-death experience, Miguel finally allowed her friends to know what had happened to her and visit her."Shut up!" Tasya wiped her tears away. "You always do this to us! I'm scared that next time, we'll just be mourning over your dead body!""Lara, how could you not tell us? We get it that we might not be able to protect you like your husband could, but aren't we your friends? At least let us know what's going on with you," Chester said, his expression serious. His eyes were red from earlier tears."I'm sorry," she said. "I didn't mean not to tell—""I asked you!" Tasya cut in. "You didn't tell me! If I had known how dangerous your plan was, I should never have agreed to help you! I regret letting you do something without knowing the whole plan!""Tash, I'm sorry... I didn't want to tell you because I knew you wouldn'
The Billionaire's Kryptonite C84 - A good reason.
"I think our baby is moving..."Lara laughed softly at what Miguel said. His hand was on her belly, feeling the movements even though she wasn't even showing yet."Is that so?" She knew it was impossible because their baby was just a few weeks old. But she didn't have the heart to correct him. Migo was just excited. "Then get ready, Migo. I'm sure when he comes out, he'll be a playful and active child!""Also beautiful, kind, smart, brave, and takes after his mom..." Miguel smiled gently at her.That warmed her heart. Lara was happy, so happy."You want a daughter?""Whether it's a son or a daughter, it's fine. What's important is that both of you are healthy and well," he said, moving closer to cup her face. "I love you, sweetheart...""I love you too, Miguel..."Miguel bent to kiss her lips softly.Lara wanted to cry. She could feel her husband's love for her, and she felt ashamed that she had caused him so much worry. But despite her reckless decision to meet Stefano and falling in
The Billionaire's Kryptonite C83 - Finally.
"Sometimes I wonder why I am still alive. Is it for you to spoil me with visits like this?" Meredith rolled her eyes at him. She was propped up against the headboard of her hospital bed when he approached her. "You're here every day, Migo.""It's for you to realize that there's someone who is not yet ready to lose you," Miguel answered, lightly pinching his friend's cheek."As if!"Her gunshot wounds weren't fatal because she was wearing a bulletproof vest. However, she was hit in the arm and shoulder. She was recovering from her injuries, but her sickness persisted and worsened."Have you made up your mind yet?"Meredith sighed. "I made my decision a long time ago, you know it. So, I don't understand why you're still trying to convince me every day.""Mer, until you've tried everything, it's not over. Besides, do you really want to leave me now?""Cut it out," she chuckled, scolding him. "You can't guilt-trip me like that. I know you're happy now. You don't need me anymore, Miguel."
The Billionaire's Kryptonite C82 - Taste of hell.
“You should’ve just killed me,” Stefano said bitterly yet unremorsefully.“We’re not the same, Stefano. I am not a killer,” Miguel replied.His cousin had just come out of the hospital, but he was immediately brought to prison. Stefano’s arms were both gone. However, the man did not show any remorse for everything he had done.“You are so full of yourself, Miguel. Your day will come!”“What matters is that your day has arrived. Show even a little remorse, Stefano. You killed not only the woman you claim to love but also your own blood!”Stefano laughed bitterly. “You killed them.”“I didn’t. It was your selfishness and love for money that killed them. You killed them, Stefano.”“I’m the bad guy now?” He seemed to find it impossible to believe.“You’ve always been,” he replied. “Even before we met, you had already ruined Grandfather’s trust in you. I had nothing to do with the changes you claimed to have made. You made all the changes yourself.”He laughed again. “You can refuse it, Mi
The Billionaire's Kryptonite C81 - In a flash.
"Lena… It’s you… Lena!"Lara was utterly confused. Stefano, who had been a madman, suddenly turned into a meek lamb, kneeling while he held her hands. He was repeatedly calling her by her sister’s name."Lena, I’m sorry. I’m sorry!" He held her hands and kissed them. "Are you hurt?"Lara felt repulsed, but she was too afraid to do anything that might trigger Stefano to become violent again."I know that you’re alive!" He stood up and hugged her. "They all lied to me, Lena!"When he embraced her and gently moved her hair, Lara realized her hair was down. She hadn't noticed it had come loose from the bindings earlier. And with her hair down, she looked exactly like her sister.Stefano couldn't differentiate her from her sister for some reason unknown to Lara. What was going on with him?"I knew you would come back!" He cradled her face in his hands.Lara couldn’t say or do anything but stare back at him with fear in her eyes. Stefano was seeing her as Lena, and that was enough to terrif
The Billionaire's Kryptonite C80 - Warning.
"Stefano!!! Leave my wife alone!!!!!!!!!!"Stefano only responded with laughter."Do not hurt her!""I'll say it again, Miguel. From this time on, you will obey everything I say. I'll call you again."Then he ended the call.Miguel slammed his hand on the steering wheel. Stefano had Lara in his grip. It was his fault! He should have been with his wife. He could have protected her!"Location, Jaxen?" he asked his companion in the backseat. His assistant was monitoring their distance from Lara's last known location.When they reached the safehouse, they found his men barely hanging on. The traitor knew where to shoot to kill. But what he didn't know was that one of his comrades had managed to plant a tracking device on him.That was what they were following now, hoping Stefano hadn't noticed it and removed it to mislead them. It was stationary at the moment, indicating they weren't moving. Based on Stefano's call, confirming his wife was with him, it matched the tracker's signal."We're
The Billionaire's Kryptonite C79 - Fooled.
Lara was beginning to feel uneasy in her seemingly comfortable situation. She was being treated well, and despite waiting for several minutes, there was still no sign of Stefano.There were five guards inside a spacious room in a safe house. Two were by the door, keeping watch. One, who seemed to be the leader, was positioned near the window, occasionally scanning the surroundings with binoculars. The other two were in a corner, playing cards. Meanwhile, Lara sat quietly on the sofa, shifting her gaze between them, looking confused.The address Stefano had sent her was different from this place. However, it could mean that he was intentionally trying to confuse her. After all, only the two of them knew about her plan. But the question remained: where was Stefano? Why was he keeping her waiting?She had been calm a while ago, but when one of the guards at the window suddenly pulled out a gun and started scanning the area, Lara felt her heart in her throat.Earlier, she had asked about
The Billionaire's Kryptonite C78 - Slipped up.
"Are you sure you are going to do this?""You're worrying now? Please, Miguel, I'm not a child."He could almost see Meredith rolling her eyes, though he only heard her voice. She was indeed not a child, but he couldn't help but worry. She was going on a dangerous mission for him and Lara."Remember to prioritize your safety, Mer.""You know I have nothing to lose anymore. This might just give meaning to my life...""I want you back safe and sound," he replied.He understood what Meredith meant. A few days ago, she had confessed everything to him, and he was profoundly saddened. He was losing a friend to a terminal disease. Meredith had fought it, but she fought alone. She didn't tell anyone until the doctors had given up on her."If I come back, I want you for myself, Migo. So, don't ask for it," she teased.He let out a low chuckle, but inside, he was deeply sad. When she had told him about her condition, he felt shattered. Meredith was his closest friend. He couldn't bear the thoug
