Chapter 13“I CALLED Lexa earlier to check on her and Lexus,” Heart informed her mother while they were walking down the hallway. She was about to leave, as Lumeng was going to accompany her to the bus stop. She tried to keep herself strong and not show any weakness to her father. She wanted things to go smoothly with his operation.She was pleased because, initially, when they were at the Legazpi hospital, her father was supposed to have surgery the next day, but it had changed due to their lack of funds. Conrad had made it to Manila.“What did Lexa say, dear? Are they okay? I left some money there for them. I told them to manage with it for now. How are they doing?” her mother asked while they walked, their arms wrapped around each other.“Lexus didn’t go to school, Mom. He said he’s quitting.”“Oh my God! Is he out of his mind?” her mother asked angrily, coming to a stop.“I’m frustrated too because he’s taking the lead in decision-making.”“He’s making your father’s condition wors
Chapter 14 SHE smells like candy. Fuck. Lux tugged on Heart’s long hair as he first entered her tight womanhood. He sniffed her nape and sank his teeth into her flesh. The hem of this restaurant uniform is only raised at the waist. As he ordered, it had no other covering, except that. Why does it smell like candy? It didn’t smell like candy last night. He didn’t know if it smelled good but it looked like it did. He heard a low moan from it and it even pushed him to his feet. She seems in pain. She wasn’t wet yet but he already penetrated her. Then he sobbed suddenly. He hasn’t inserted his penis much yet, just the head. He moved slowly but it almost squeezed his thighs and seemed to not want to let him in. Every time he thrusts, her body moves away and the moans are suppressed. Shit. He held her boobs inside her dress. He squeezed them tightly and then closed his eyes as he let out immediately. Heart was suppressing her cries, muffling herself so she woul
Chapter 15EVEN early in the morning, Heart had already made arrangements to visit the hospital to check on her father who had undergone surgery. She had intended not to sleep last night, but exhaustion overcame her, causing her to fall asleep while waiting for an update from Lumeng.When the young woman woke up, there were text messages from her mother, indicating that the operation had been completed, but her father hadn’t been brought back to his room yet. However, the doctor had reported that her father’s condition was stable. She felt immense relief upon receiving this news, and a weight lifted off her shoulders. Her worries had lessened, and she could focus on work, at least to some extent.Heart was happy as she approached her mother in the hospital. “Mom,” she couldn’t help but smile, and her mother mirrored the same expression. They embraced each other tightly, on the verge of tears.Heart glanced through the room’s window and saw her father surrounded by various medical equi
Chapter 16 – LuxHe was even more regal than a king as he entered the restaurant, his eyebrows raised in arrogance. He decided to have breakfast there since he had lost his appetite at home, thanks to his wife’s ‘mood swings,’ which she considered “right” even when they were wrong. She even left despite their misunderstandings. In his mind, he wanted to make amends before going to work, but not anymore. He was always the one making the effort, even when he wasn’t in the wrong side. Perhaps Diana had gotten used to being pampered. Just because Diana was smart and wealthy, she constantly felt like she had to compete with him. What could possibly be wrong with him?“Oh!” a waitress screamed, and he watched as she dropped everything from her tray.“Bullshit!” he cursed angrily and gave the woman a sharp look. “You’re so stupid!”She froze, and everyone seemed frightened by the intensity of his shout. “You won’t receive your salary for a month!”He left the crying woman, who was cleaning u
Chapter 17“Thank you,” Heart smiled as she said that and nodded, then looked at the meters on the dashboard.They were right in front of New Era, and Lux had stopped there. She was pleased with his kindness, but why was he so grumpy at Paz earlier?“Sir,” she said to him.He hummed.“Sir, will you not deduct a month’s salary from Paz? The one you bumped into earlier?”He looked at her, and her eyes widened. What did she just say?It was true that he had collided with Paz. She had clearly seen what happened from where she was standing in the restaurant a while ago. The way between the tables was wide. Each row of tables and chairs had its own path. That was the waitresses’ path, and on the left side was the exit to avoid collisions. In Lux and Paz’s case, there was no place to go because he occupied the entire aisle. An old man was standing beside him a while ago.Where would her co-worker go if she collided with the table?Being a waitress was really difficult, to be honest.
Chapter 18HE LOOKED at Heart, and she was utterly terrified. She peered through the gap in the door as if watching an adult film.He turned to retrieve his smartphone from the bedside table, but now, Heart was watching him, her eyes wide open. He had thought she was asleep; she hadn't moved a tiny muscle earlier. So, she must have feigned sleep just to get a closer look at him. How audacious.He took a deep breath and clenched his fists."So, what's your plan, lady?" He asked her seriously.She blinked and bit her finger nervously."Open the door and let's have a clear conversation. I bet you didn't understand my rules when Vandros explained them to you."She opened the door but remained silent, gazing at him. He followed her with his intense gaze as he walked inside and picked up his smartphone.He looked at her as he walked back to the door, shaking his head. He was furious. None of his previous women had dared to do what she did – to recognize him. What's worse, she had pre
Chapter 19Lux's head was still pounding when he was met by his childhood friend Vandros in the bar. He was inside a private suite, quiet. He could only hear the faint sounds of the band from the four small speakers placed in each corner of the ceiling.He tossed a deadly gaze at his best friend. He had many friends, but his friendship with Vandros was unique. They both knew that. This man was his most trusted confidant, except for his grandmother. But there were things he couldn't share with his grandmother, things he could only tell Vandros. He even thought he might find another trustworthy friend in Diana, but he was mistaken. He was the only one sharing his stories there, but he received nothing in return. Lux felt that Diana was selective in what stories she chose to share with him, and this had been going on for three long years."What's bothering you?" Vandros asked with a smile."You didn't make it clear to Heart," Lux said, taking a sip of his drink."I did," Vandros replied
Chapter 20The young lady's forehead wrinkled as she registered the full extent of the man's sprawled body when she entered. Somehow, her nervousness had subsided a bit, even though she had just entered a stranger's presence. The security was quite tight; it was difficult to access the condo building, so it was impossible for someone else to be in the room.It was Mister Montesalvo!She took a step, and her foot landed on something sticky on the floor. She clapped her hands, and the lights turned on. It was something she had learned from him, clapping to control the lights automatically.She couldn't be mistaken about the person she saw, but she immediately glanced at his bare feet."Yuck! Vomit!" she exclaimed with a cringe.She had stepped on vomit! What was happening? She grimaced and closed her eyes, thinking that the owner of the vomit was probably good-looking, so it was okay. Maybe he had vomited because no one else was around. Perhaps he was intoxicated and had collapsed on th
20. SHIT. Lush Miguel put Ruth on the bed and pulled her feet. I’m sorry, but even though he has no experience, he can’t control himself. It’s not that he paid her but because he was really dying to have sex with her. He would get bored too, he knew. She screeched to what he did but he didn’t move. She clutched the towel to her chest and tried to hide her body. He took off his shirt while eyeing her, and then removed his shorts and boxers, too. He had expected Ruth’s eyes to widen when she saw his hard and erect manhood. He just never paid attention to her reaction and knelt on the floor. She immediately got up but he pulled her back and spread her legs. “I’ll show you something,” he smirked and pulled her towel. She didn’t do anything when he got it and just closed her eyes tightly, as he looked at her body. Fuck. He couldn’t wait to stretch her pussy so he could fuck her harder. He felt that Ruth was trying to close the thighs he was holding but he was trying to open
19.Ruth stood in front of a condominium she recognized. The driver dropped her off at the entrance, and a uniformed man opened the door for her.“To the unit of, uh…” she stammered nervously. She felt breathless.“To the receptionist, ma’am,” the man replied.Embarrassed, she approached the receptionist. “Good evening, ma’am,” the woman greeted with a smile.“To the unit of Lush Miguel Montesalvo,” she said, trying not to show her nerves. She felt a pang of embarrassment; she hadn’t expected such a setup in Lush Miguel’s condo.“What’s your name?” the woman asked.“Ruth.”“Ruth?” The woman frowned.“Mirabelle, Ruth Mirabelle Eduardo.” She showed her ID.The woman smiled, “Yes, ma’am Mirabelle,” glancing at her ID. Ruth guessed that Lush Miguel had informed them. She tucked her ID back into her bag when someone suddenly touched her shoulder.Her arm moved automatically, delivering a slap to the man’s face. “Ouch!” he winced.Horror struck her as she realized it was her boss
18.MELO entered the office with a paper in his hand. Lush’s eyebrows raised, only glanced at his secretary.“Another paperwork?” he asked, feeling tired.“I just need a sign, sir. This is from the utility department. This is a termination paper,” he explained.“Tear it,” he ordered, and Melo stood there in surprise.“Sir?”“Tear it. Is it for Mirabelle?”Melo nodded.“Rip it apart and return it to the head. Tell him not to waste my time on nonsense, a termination without a valid reason. What did it say?”Melo read the termination, “Miss Eduardo was absent for three consecutive days, and when she returned to work, she was on time for a day and really late the next day, leaving the comfort rooms untidy.”“Untidy his ass,” he retorted, causing Melo to hide a smile. “He’s using it for personal motives. Return it torn apart. Tell him to read the policy and bylaws.”“Yes, sir.”Melo turned away and he was left alone, leaning against a chair. It was within his head’s right to ter
17.Ruth found herself scrutinized by the occupants of the President’s floor more intensely than being a criminal. It was her second time on that floor, and once again, mocking glances were directed her way. These individuals, accustomed to seeing familiar faces, likely comprised a high-ranking circle.She, a new face, assumed the appearance of a janitor.“Just constantly follow me. Lift your head, Miss Eduardo,” the man instructed, prompting her to obey. “You’re here for the boss and not for them.”She nodded, finding a lift in her spirits. It lightened the weight on her and her somewhat lowly identity.“Wait here,” the man said, pointing to a cubicle.Entering the boss’s office after a couple of knocks, he left her sitting in a chair, hands clasped. Her gaze seemed fixed at the door as if the surroundings were devoid of any other presence.“Come in,” the man who had accompanied her earlier said, so she stood up and walked toward the door. She grasped the doorknob and slowly turned i
16.Ruth’s eyes widened in disbelief as she read the message from Lush Miguel. She was still half-asleep, but it felt like a nightmare. Could this be true? She read the message on her phone again: “Let’s do it tonight. I don’t mind your period. Tonight and tomorrow night. I’ll give you eighty thousand pesos.” Her eyes grew even wider as she realized what her boss was suggesting.Eighty thousand. Not bad for two nights. She couldn’t believe it. She wasn’t that beautiful. There were many more attractive women – sophisticated, with jobs and aspirations.He claimed not to care about her period. Ruth immediately stood up and checked her underwear. No period. Her uterus had been calm since yesterday.When she got home, she noticed her pad was empty. She sighed in relief and sat down. The text arrived at four in the morning. It was already five-thirty. Was that man sleeping, or was he thinking about her period and having sex with her?Baron’s memory saddened her. No matter how much she conv
15.Lush Miguel tossed his keys onto the table near the sofa. Delight gave him a disapproving look, eyebrows arched, and a blank expression.“It’s too early, bro. Please, spare me from your lecture that I’m disrupting your night. It’s just…” he glanced at the wall clock, hanging on the beige wall, “7:47.”He lazily settled on the single sofa, and shortly after, a young girl came running towards him.“Tito Lush!” Nana exclaimed and immediately hugged him, almost tripping over her long nightgown.“Where’s Ate June?” He asked, looking around.“Still at the grocery store. Said she’s stuck in traffic.”“That explains,” he said, fixing the hem of Nana’s dress.“Explains what?” Delight furrowed his brows.“Explains why ky niece’s dress looks like it’s for Miss Universe.”Delight laughed at what he said and scratched his head. He really had no idea about being a father, so he wasn’t surprised that Nana’s dress looked like it was for a ten-year-old when she was only four.“What do you have fo
14.This is true. They’ve come to an agreement, and she has agreed to his offer. Yes, she offered herself. Baron would kill her if he found out what she did, that is if her husband is still alive.“Can’t we go tonight, Ruth?” Lush Miguel suddenly asked the young lady. He was driving towards their destination. He said he would drop her off at the exit, and she couldn’t refuse.What does he mean by “go tonight”?“D-Do you mean, um, do that tonight?” she asked, feeling awkward. Oh no, is she really ready? She’s on the verge of tears, having guarded herself for Baron, and now she’s about to sell herself.In an instant, it will be gone, and another man will benefit. This is a chapter of her life she will keep hidden forever, even from Baron. This will be the ninth time something will happen between her and her boss, who is none other than Lush Miguel.But that’s it. Close your eyes, Ruth. She reminded herself. She has to swallow it. Only her virginity will be lost, not her entire being. Af
13."He is single. He has no problem entering a restaurant with a woman. He doesn't entertain interviews or pose for photos.His security is just roaming around, eyeing him. If someone from the media takes a photo without his permission, it's not just the photo that will be destroyed, even the equipment will be ruined.Yes, he is a billionaire, but he values his privacy. He's not from showbiz to be celebrated by people and make his life controversial.Lush had experienced it before. Even though his parents are married and he's in elementary, there are still stories circulating that his mother is a mistress.That didn't make sense for him. He knew his mother and knew the story. He respects his mother, and the title of being a mistress cannot replace the goodness of Heart for them.He pulled a chair for Ruth when they reached the table. She looked at him when he did that."Do you want to pull the chair for me either?" he asked. She immediately shook her head, and he smiled. He also sat
12.Termination papers lay before her. She held them in the lobby’s restroom, where she cried. Dennis handed her a copy earlier, and it seemed the old man was serious about kicking her out. It felt unjust. He suggested she approach humbly, begging him as if he might change his mind. What was that? A form of bullying. Just because she’s a janitress, Dennis trampled on her?This life is so hard. She’s already struggling and can barely eat, and now this old man adds to her burdens. Berna doesn’t even know about this yet; her friend had to leave early due to an emergency. Her friend’s sibling is at the precinct for selling vegetables in a prohibited area. She doesn’t want to add to her friend’s problems.It's infuriating. She feels terrible. She just wants to save up for an investigator, but this annoying head of hers keeps adding to her troubles.Ruth wiped her tears, contemplating whether to plead Dennis or not. If she resists, she might lose her job. Where does she stand?She forcefu