I shook my head. Why am I thinking about that now? I'm giving up too quickly. I haven't even done anything yet, and now I'm already thinking that Rozzean won't forgive me. I need to take back my fighting spirit. I'm not Thaliana if I don't try every possible way to win Rozzean back.So, I decided to apply as a house help to see his attitude and criticize him in front of Dad. And just when he found out the truth, that's when I lose hope?"I just made a mistake, brother. That's why Luther is my fiancé now.""What? What mistake?"Since he's the eldest, and I know I can be strong around him, I'll tell him the truth.I took a deep breath and explained to Grecion what I did."You know I don't want to get married, right?""Yes, that's why I was surprised, and even Griz and Grand were surprised when Dad said you agreed. But at that time, we didn't know which man you were going to marry. Daddy didn't tell us.""Dad trusts the man he wants me to marry. He said he's kind, and he's sure that the
I saw him sitting on the corner of his bed, facing away from me."Manang, I said I don't want to eat. How many times do I have to tell you--"I noticed a brief surprise in his eyes when he saw me, quickly replaced by anger."What are you doing here?"I couldn't move from where I stood, holding the food I cooked for him. I saw him grab his cane for support and stand to approach me."Which part of what I said last night didn't you understand, huh? Miss. Dela Vezca?""R-Rozzean... Manang told me that y-you haven't eaten since this morning. I c-cooked food for you--"As he approached me, I hesitated in speaking when he overturned the tray, and I gasped as the food spilled onto my hands. I felt the intense heat of the dishes, but I bore it."You don't care if I haven't eaten, who do you think you are?"This is so difficult...This is so painful.I didn't know it could hurt even more than last night.The stinging sensation in my hands seemed insignificant compared to the pain in my chest as
I came early today to my parents' house because later I'll cook again and go to Rozzean's house. Even though my visit last night didn't go well, it didn't diminish my desire to try again to seek his forgiveness."What are you doing here early this morning, Tangi?"I stood beside Daddy while he was having coffee. My hands, still reddened from the burns last night, were hidden behind me.I didn't inform them that I'd be coming today. I didn't send a text or call my siblings, nor did I leave any messages or calls for Mommy."I know that look on your face, Tangi."Mommy looked at me, smiled, and didn't say anything. I'm nervous about what I'll confess to them, including the burns on my hands and arms. They will surely worry about me."Dad... I just want to know about... Luther.""Why him? Weren't you the one who told me that Rozzean would be my fiancée? How did it end up being Luther?"Even though I knew the answer, I still asked him. I wanted to know his current thoughts about Rozzean, e
"Thaliana..."At the gate of Rozzean's house, I saw Manang. It looked like she was going somewhere as she was dressed up. She approached me and then touched my arm. She looked at my hands and the part of my arm that got burned."Are you okay now? I-I'm sorry for what sir did the other day."I shook my head at Manang, and we entered the house together."It's okay, Manang. I understand his anger. I'll do everything to make Rozzean forgive me.""I believe you, dear. He will forgive you, just endure it, okay? I can't help you much, sorry."This is a big help because he always opens the door for me and lets me in. If Rozzean knew I was coming, maybe Manang wouldn't let me in.When we entered the house, I went back to the kitchen with Manang."Oh Thaliana,, I forgot the laundry I hung at the back, just a moment, okay? I'll leave you here in the kitchen for a while.""Sure, Manang. I'll just warm up the food, then I'll bring it to Rozzean's room."Manang nodded at me. I busied myself warming
I tightly hold the steering wheel as tears continue to flow from my eyes. The pain is intense. It hurts seeing Klari at her house before, and now they're together?He allowed her to take care of him."I-I can't handle it anymore. I-I admit I'm weak, but I can't bear the pain. I can't bear seeing them together. If Klari can help him, I won't force myself anymore."He was with Klari, and she's taking care of him. And me? Every time I go to his house, he'll shoo me away, speak unkind words."I have a heart too. It hurts even more because I love him so much. Just because I made a mistake doesn't mean I'm a bad person. Isn't forgiveness supposed to be a thing? It's so difficult... so painful."My eyes blur with tears. When my cellphone rings, I glance at it.But as I reach for it, I suddenly hear a loud horn. I look at the road and quickly realize I'm out of my lane and about to collide with another vehicle."Ah, sht."I quickly turn the steering wheel, and my car hits a tree by the side o
Luther Rico VallejeI was driving my car on my way to Cyron's house.I took deep breaths because of what happened earlier. Thaliana's accident shouldn't be taken lightly, even if she only suffered minor injuries. It could happen again if she doesn't take care of herself, and that's what worries her parents.It's a good thing that I immediately followed her when I learned from her father that she went to Cyron's house again to seek his forgiveness.I told her to refrain from trying for a while, to give it a few days, but she's stubborn. She loves Cyron so much that she doesn't want a day to go by without seeing him and attempting to earn his forgiveness.And it hurts me because I like her.I like Thaliana.I sighed as I remembered our first meeting. She was trying so hard to deny herself. She was so cute.I started liking her since then. I didn't expect to develop feelings for her even though I knew she already loved Cyron."And here I am now, helping her so that Cyron can forgive her.
I took my cellphone and showed him the screen. It was a photo of Thaliana in the hospital, being treated for the head wound she got when her car collided earlier. I was so f*cking worried when I saw her in that situation. I was terrified when I saw that her head was bleeding."She got into an accident, and that is because of you."Shock registered on his face. Cyron looked away, and I saw his jaw tighten.I know. I know this kind of reaction from him very well. I know him inside out.I know that he's still in love with Thaliana, but Cyron is blinded by his anger. Thaliana fooled him, but with what he's doing now, I won't stay silent anymore. Thaliana did enough. She tried her best. She has nothing left to do.I will take action now. I won't just stand by and watch the woman I care about cry and suffer because of my messed-up brother."Thaliana regrets what she did to you. Can't you see it? Can't you feel it? She tried to seek your forgiveness, but you are being an asshole, Cyron. How
Thaliana Tangi Dela VezcaI'm closely guarded now and not allowed to leave my parents' mansion. Daddy has become strict, and I understand why he's doing this to me. I don't want to go against him; his anger has taken a different form now.When he assured me that he had no intention of meddling with Rozzean's company, I felt relieved. That's all I really care about. I don't want him to be angrier at Rozzean because of what happened to me.It's not Rozzean's fault.It's my own carelessness."Thaliana, sweety?"I looked towards my room's door upon hearing Mommy's voice. I got up from bed and approached her."Mom?"She smiled at me as I opened the door and saw her."You have a visitor."Before I could ask who it was, Thes suddenly emerged from the side, my friend. Therese Catalina. "Tangi!" she exclaimed and hugged me."Thes...""I'll leave you two alone, okay? I'll just bring some snacks up later for you girls."I nodded to Mommy and smiled. When Thes entered my room, I closed the door
After 6 yearsWe are outside of the room. It's Rozzean's birthday today, and I baked a cake for him. I looked at my triplets. Their pointer fingers were on their mouths. I told them not to make noise.My pets, dogs, and cats followed us. I'm thankful that none of my children are allergic to animals, and they even share my fondness for them. Thalia always plays with Rose, while Rozwell and Rockwell prefer the dogs.When Lily barked, Rockwell sniffed at her, and our dog immediately stopped."Mommy, do you think Daddy will like our surprise?" whispered Taki."I think so," I replied to Taki and lit the candles on the cake.As I opened the door to our room with Rozzean, we entered slowly. My children covered their mouths to avoid making noise. My husband is still sleeping, lying face down on the bed, and his bare back is visible."Shhh, Rockwell!" scolded Rozwell to his brother.My triplets are not identical, but Rozwell and Rockwell do have a striking resemblance."You two, stop," Thalia
Thaliana Tangi Dela Vezca Valleje POV "R-Rozzean!" What the hell? I thought it was supposed to be next week? "Rozzean!" I shouted again. He hurriedly entered our room. When we locked eyes, he quickly approached me. "W-Why?" "My water just broke! I-I'm going into labor!" We locked eyes again. He didn't move. "Rozzean!" I shouted again. When he snapped out of it, he lifted me and headed to the garage. We passed by Luther. It looks like they're still working! "Is she giving birth?!" Luther asked. "Yes!" Rozzean was still barefoot, and when he started the car, I couldn't help but cry out in pain. "Fck!" "Let me drive; where are the babies' things?" Luther asked as he turned around. "Damn, yes!" I heard Rozzean say as he got out of the car. I felt like I was going to pass out from the pain. "Ahhh!!" I screamed as the stinging pain hit me. When Rozzean came back into the car, he had the babies' things with him. Luther drove fast. We headed to the hospital. Rozzean also tried
Rozzean Cyron Valleje POV"Baby... it's 1:45 am. What do you want?"I looked at my wife, who was frowning while sitting on our bed. We moved our room downstairs because I was worried she might slip on the stairs. It's dangerous for her to use the stairs since her belly has grown bigger. Ferline said it's normal, and we can expect it to get even bigger in the coming weeks."I want spaghetti. Can you cook it for me, my love?"I nodded and smiled at her. We left the room, and she held my hand. She sat on the side, watching me as I started cooking."You look handsome..."I smiled at her. Thaliana eats a lot, but she's not gaining weight. Maybe it's because she's always hungry and eats a lot due to carrying three babies. I understand her, so I'm always with her to fulfill her cravings. I'm working from home now. Thaliana said it's okay for me to go to the office, but I refused.Even if I go to the office, I won't be at ease thinking about her at home.Now, I am working online. When there a
The next morning as newlyweds with Rozzean, I woke him up with gentle kisses. Since he was still very sleepy, I told him I would go downstairs and prepare our food. He agreed and went back to sleep.In the kitchen, I found Manang, who was already getting breakfast ready, and I helped her."I'm Thaliana Tangi Dela Vezca Valleje," I said while looking at my wedding ring."Gosh... I feel like a teenager getting all giddy!"Rozzean is my husband... we are married."Tangi... calm down! Relax!"Once the food was ready, I went up to our room with a tray in hand. I entered and placed what I brought on the side table, then approached my still-sleeping husband."Good morning, husband..." I said with a smile and kissed Rozzean all over his face."Hmmm..." he's smiling!"We are going to eat--""I will eat you.""Oh, Rozzean, seriously! I went downstairs to cook for you, don't tease me with your 'I will eat you' if you don't eat what I cooked, I'll be upset!"He suddenly sat up in bed. His eyes ha
It felt like a dream, our wedding with Rozzean. I couldn't stop smiling and laughing for almost the entire time because of unexpected and joyous events. Even my Dad danced with him. It was the first time I saw my Dad dance like that.Even my siblings joined in the fun. However, the most memorable moment was our family's reaction when we announced my pregnancy. My parents even shed tears in the end."Baby..."And here he was, Rozzean, just entering our room. He was behind me, trailing his lips along my back as he unzipped my wedding gown."Are you sure?" I asked."Hmmm... you didn't ask Ferline earlier to be sure."Ferline was at the reception earlier, but of course, I felt shy asking her about intimacy while being pregnant with triplets.I looked at her after Rozzean fully brought down my gown."W-Wait. Doesn't this need a shower? Let's take a bath first!"Rozzean smirked and then shook his head."I can't wait," he said, claiming my lips.It was obvious!I smiled and held onto his nec
After the incredibly joyful intermission number by my family, Rozzean approached me, breathing heavily. He held my hand and hugged me, placing his lips near my ear and whispered."It's embarrassing..."I laughed again and patted his back."You're embarrassed about that? You were so into it."I heard Rozzean's hearty laughter. When he let go of me, I wiped the sweat from his face and neck. He was really sweaty, even though the reception was air-conditioned!"It was Thes' idea. She said you'd be thrilled if I danced the jumbo hotdog. And she was right."I glanced at Thes, who was focused on her cellphone screen, probably watching the video she took earlier, as she continued to laugh."And Luther? How did you convince him to dance?" I asked, smiling."I don't know what happened. I think Thes talked to him. It seems like he was just forced; I don't know what Thes said to get Luther to agree to dance with me. I was surprised that Luther agreed. I never thought he would do this. You can tel
We heard loud applause inside the church after a quick kiss, Rozzean and I."Ahhh..." I turned to Rozzean when I heard his voice. He was holding my hand and kissing it."Mine... finally, you are mine."I smiled at what he said. I held him by his cheeks and gently pinched them."Really, you're the one who's mine," I replied."Hmm... I can't wait for our honeymoon."I widened my eyes and looked around, worried someone might have heard. I gently tapped Rozzean on the chest. Another honeymoon!"Honeymoon has happened several times already; your mind is still on honeymoon."He's still kissing my hand."That's different. My performance this time is not as your boyfriend but as your husband."He knows a lot! And what performance is he talking about? I was about to speak again, but the crowd came forward to congratulate us."Congratulations!"Thes came to us; I thought he had something serious to say, but I was surprised when five men approached us, and when I saw what they were holding, I co
After ten minutes, I saw the organizer approaching me. I opened the car door and stepped out. Many photographers were taking pictures as I walked."Ma'am, it's your turn to enter," the organizer told me.I nodded and thanked her. When I stood in front of the church door, I took a deep breath.As the door slowly opened, I tightly held my bouquet. Everyone inside the church was standing. All their attention was on me as I walked slowly.I looked at the aisle and saw Rozzean. He looked handsome in his black tuxedo. He was smiling at me, biting his lower lip. I also noticed him adjusting his suit, though it seemed fine to me. Is he nervous?When I reached the middle, my parents greeted me, and I kissed their cheeks. My father was crying again!"Dad..." I said.We continued walking down the aisle."I-I'm just happy... so happy, Tangi.""I love you, Daddy..." I said to him and looked at Mommy, "I love you, Mommy, thank you so much."As I walked slowly, I glanced around the people inside the
Rozzean and I decided to keep my pregnancy a secret until after we get married. We also asked Luther, Thes, and Ferline not to tell anyone for now. We wanted to share the news with our families after the wedding and surprise everyone with the fact that we were expecting triplets.The day we found out we were having three children was unforgettable, mostly because my husband fainted. I was worried about what happened to him, but when he woke up, I could hardly breathe from laughing.He was so embarrassed. Luther, Ferline, and my best friend Thes were all laughing too. Even I couldn't help but laugh. I felt sorry for him, so I stopped laughing when he hugged me, burying his head in my neck.Rozzean kept cursing and saying he was just so happy. He fainted from pure joy upon learning that we were having triplets.His sibling didn't let it go. Luther teased him about it all the time. I'm sure they continue to tease him whenever they're together."Beautiful!"I smiled at my hair stylist whe