I'm at the supermarket, craving some fruit. As I stand in front of the apple stall, ready to make a selection, a feminine hand catches my attention. I hesitated and withdrew my hand, turning away when she spoke. "Are you Zack's ex or something?" Her question stops me in my tracks. It's her, the girl I saw in the parking lot when Zack proposed. She's the one. There's a certain ethereal quality about her; her fair skin and beauty make me feel slightly inadequate. It's no wonder Zack chose her over us. "Hello?" I meet her gaze and then glance away. "I need to go," I mumble and start walking. She seems persistent, following me. "Hey, wait," she says, grabbing my arm. She's so beautiful; her accent is American. I feel like pinching her. "I'm asking you," she continues. "Yes is my answer. If you don't mind, I need to leave. I don't want any trouble with you. We're over, and I'm not desperate to win him back from you. I've seen enough. He chose you, and you're going to be his wife. I'm
Palermo tightly clutched his side, where he felt the sharp pain of the wounds he had sustained while he was weakening. His back was also leaning against a large tree because he was the one who had taken the most hits, which is why he was bleeding more. He wasn't just weakened; he also felt exhaustion, and he knew his comrades were feeling the same. They were all completely worn out. Everyone was truly exhausted, but they still managed to escape before their enemies could kill them. In his mind, he cursed whoever was responsible for this. Frustration and anger consumed him. That's what was filling his heart. He also held his gun tightly. The intense anger was clearly visible on his face. Someone wanted to kill him, which is how they ended up in this situation. The pain in his mind made him utter a curse. He wouldn't forgive whoever was responsible for this. Anger and frustration were enveloping his chest. He also had a firm grip on his gun. His face was filled with intense anger. S
He needs immediate medical attention from a doctor to remove the bullet from his body and treat his wounds before he runs out of blood. He really didn't expect this to happen to him. He had been in the Philippines for almost three days now, searching for what his cousin Samael had asked him to find. He wants to return to Sicily as soon as possible because not only does he live there, but his businesses are also located there, and he needs to take care of the organization where he is one of the leaders. Ilaria, his beautiful cousin, had run away from Samael's mansion in Sicily. She escaped, and due to their connections both inside and outside the country, they quickly learned which country Ilaria had gone to. In the Philippines, Ilaria chose to hide from Samael. That's what they knew; Ilaria had run away from her boyfriend. She also ran to get away from her cousin Samael, who is also part of the Mafia. But until now, they still haven't found the young woman because, apart from the
Palermo cursed silently when he heard her voice. Her voice was so soft and angelic, it sounded like music to his ears. He didn't just want to hear her voice; it seemed like Palermo wanted to hear how she moaned, and he was sure he'd be excited when this girl would be his partner. But damn! What nonsense was he thinking? He must be out of his mind! He managed to entertain such thoughts when his life was hanging by a thread. It seemed that he should not only have his friend, a surgeon, tend to his gunshot wounds but also his brain. The delirious thoughts quickly faded from his mind as a bullet struck his left shoulder. He felt the searing pain of the bullet burying itself into his shoulder. He winced in pain, and at the same time, the beautiful girl's mouth dropped open in shock. Another bullet found its mark in his body. Before he could collapse to the ground, the beautiful girl quickly approached him to catch him. "Don't die! I'm telling you, I'll skin you if you die!" She screamed
I woke up at five in the morning to prepare for work. As soon as I got out of bed, I headed straight to our small bathroom to go through my morning routine. I took a shower, brushed my teeth, got dressed, and made myself look presentable. I didn't have work at the mall today, but I did have to work at the VetClinic, which is owned by my older brother, Chester Angeles. He's my boss, and he's a good boss. In fact, the Angeles family is well-known in our area. Chester's grandfather used to be the governor here in Batangas, and they are one of the wealthiest families in the region. They have numerous farms and acres of land. They've also helped a lot of people. Chester and his siblings are all famous in our village, even his younger sister, who is currently studying in Manila at a prestigious college after passing her entrance exam. It's quite impressive because she managed to pass the entrance exam for a renowned school in Manila. I know that those schools have rigorous exams, includi
I took a deep breath to calm myself before hailing a tricycle that was passing by. I paid the fare, and then the driver took me to the corner where I could catch a bus. When I arrived at the bus stop, I saw a few other people who seemed to be waiting for a ride. Getting on a bus here is quite a challenge, and the tricycle drivers in our area only go as far as the corner of our village. I just sat in the waiting shed where some people were also waiting for a bus. Other vehicles were passing by, but they were all cars. I couldn't afford to take a taxi or use a ride-sharing service because I was trying to save money. Taking the bus was cheaper for me. I waited for a few minutes until I noticed a black SUV suddenly stopping near the waiting shed. In fact, it came to a halt right in front of me, and I recognized the car. It was my boss from the Vet Clinic, Chester Angeles. I was surprised that I hadn't realized it was his car when it stopped. "Come on, hop in. We can go to the Vet Clini
I sighed, "Yup. The news about them hurting me is spreading, but not a single person believes me. Others prefer to take my stepmother's side over mine," I replied dispiritedly. "What the heck, Ysabel?" he exclaimed in astonishment. "Why didn't you tell me sooner? You should have come to me and asked for help. My older brother is a Governor here, and he might be able to assist you with your problem. Why are you letting your stepmother and her children treat you like a servant? Does your father know about this? Can't you see that Ryan is hurting you too?" he asked incredulously. I couldn't help but laugh bitterly. "Even if I did complain to you, the truth would still be the same. My father would still choose to believe Teresita and her kids," I said bitterly, causing Chester to fall silent. He looked at me for a moment before returning his attention to driving. He seemed to be worried about my problem and probably didn't want to engage in a dangerous conversation while driving. "Bu
After a few minutes, Chester and I finally arrived at his VetClinic. He parked his car for a moment before both of us got out and went inside the open VetClinic. Other people were already in charge of opening Chester's VetClinic to quickly attend to the scheduled patients, and others were responsible for closing it once the work was done. So, Chester didn't have to worry about opening and closing his clinic, which he owned. "Good morning, sir!" Maria, Chester's female assistant, greeted him energetically. It wasn't a secret to me that Maria had a huge crush on Chester. In fact, almost everyone here knew about her feelings for him. But he didn't seem to pay much attention to her beauty. She smiled widely, appearing to be in a good mood. I returned the smile when Maria greeted me. She had a thick layer of makeup on her face this early in the morning, and her hair was freshly curled. It was pretty evident that she was trying to look her best to catch Chester's attention. After all, C
I'm at the supermarket, craving some fruit. As I stand in front of the apple stall, ready to make a selection, a feminine hand catches my attention. I hesitated and withdrew my hand, turning away when she spoke. "Are you Zack's ex or something?" Her question stops me in my tracks. It's her, the girl I saw in the parking lot when Zack proposed. She's the one. There's a certain ethereal quality about her; her fair skin and beauty make me feel slightly inadequate. It's no wonder Zack chose her over us. "Hello?" I meet her gaze and then glance away. "I need to go," I mumble and start walking. She seems persistent, following me. "Hey, wait," she says, grabbing my arm. She's so beautiful; her accent is American. I feel like pinching her. "I'm asking you," she continues. "Yes is my answer. If you don't mind, I need to leave. I don't want any trouble with you. We're over, and I'm not desperate to win him back from you. I've seen enough. He chose you, and you're going to be his wife. I'm
Zary POV (Zack's Twin Brother):I observed my brother, who was currently downing shots of tequila. How many bottles had he consumed? Six? Somehow, he managed to be such a fool. I walked into Lica's room, my cousin who had recently returned from the States."Lica, what's the latest?" I settled onto his bed as he glanced at me briefly before returning to his task. Lica was a fashion designer and always seemed busy."It's functional, but I doubt your twin can handle his part," I sighed deeply."You can't entirely blame him, Lica. After all, they nearly lost the baby," I commented, somewhat irritated. He stood up, facing me."Listen, dear cousin. Do you truly believe I'm the one responsible for this idea? Is that what you think?" I met his gaze, then stood up."Just keep it brief. I don't want to witness my brother self-destructing over such matters," I left his room and turned back to my twin."Damn it! Damn it! Damn it! It's all my fault," he exclaimed, hurling a glass to the floor."ZA
It had been a full week, an entire week of his consistent indifference towards me. He had ceased bringing other women home, though he was now returning in the early hours of the morning. Here I was, in the role of his caretaker, a role I had surprisingly grown accustomed to. During one of my cleaning sessions in his room while he occupied the bathroom, something tumbled out from his coat. It rolled, catching my attention. Retrieving it, I swiftly returned the coat to its place, just as he emerged from the bathroom, unfazed by his undressing before me. After he left, I perched on the edge of the bed and examined the object closely. A small box revealed a plain silver gold white ring. Cradling it in my hand, I realized it fit perfectly. A fleeting smile graced my lips, but it quickly faded, replaced by unease as I glanced at my hand. "Who is he planning to propose to?" A pang of emotions tightened within me. We hadn't even reached the stage of discussing a proposal, making such a notio
I woke up disoriented, finding myself still in the place where I had lost consciousness earlier. Clutching my stomach, I reassured myself that I was alright. My slumber had been a result of my tears, and I reminded myself to take my vitamins. After consuming some bread and milk, I returned to the room, eyes shut tight. Gazing at Zack's side of the bed, I tenderly caressed his pillow, eventually lying down, embracing it, and shedding silent tears.Abruptly awakened, a tapping sensation on my face jolted me. My initial smile faded as I opened my eyes, only to be met by the sight of a woman dressed in nothing but a bra and panties. Confusion set in until Zack emerged from the bathroom. Hastily standing up, I moved toward him, my gaze ignoring the woman's presence."Babe, you're back!" I exclaimed, wrapping my arms around Zack's topless form. My anticipation was swiftly crushed as he gently pushed me away."Could you leave the room? We have other plans," he uttered with cold detachment. G
I woke up feeling hungry, which motivated me to get out of bed. However, I quickly realized that Zack wasn't next to me. Looking around, I noticed that it was already 6 in the morning. I thought Zack might have left for work, although he usually said goodbye before going. Lost in my thoughts, I got up, put on my robe, and left the room. Yet, Zack wasn't in sight. I headed straight to the kitchen to make some milk, but I felt restless. I really wanted to see Zack. I sat down in the dining room, and the phone started ringing repeatedly. I grabbed the cordless phone.I was at a loss for words."Hello?" I tried to speak, but nothing came out."Good day, sir. We regret to inform you that we've canceled all the arrangements for your wedding. We hope you might reconsider. Ma'am Monic doesn't know about this yet, but we plan to explain everything soon. Have a good day, sir. Thank you." I was completely shocked by what I heard.What?The wedding plans were canceled?I thought about it, remembe
While our lips were locked in a kiss, I couldn't help but moan from the pleasure of the sensations coursing through me. His gentle strokes against my skin were intoxicating, each touch sending shivers down my spine. He skillfully rubbed my face as our mouths explored each other. His skilled tongue danced with mine, causing me to moan even more. He gradually lifted my maternity dress without breaking our passionate kiss. The sudden exposure made me shiver as I felt the cool air against my bare skin.He removed my bra with deliberate care, his hand then descending to explore between my legs. A moan escaped my lips as he delved into my intimate area. I grabbed his neck, finding support in his strong embrace."Mhmm," I murmured, lost in the sensation. His skillful fingers caressed my cl!tor!s, sending waves of pleasure through me. I could feel the heat building up within me, my body responding eagerly."Ahhhh, babe~~" Zack's touch caused me to tremble with pleasure. He continued to touch
"We arrived home, but I kept looking at Zack. Partly because I wasn't satisfied with his explanation."Stop staring at me as if I'm a criminal," he said, annoyed. I looked away and continued eating my apple."Hey, are you going to believe me or not?""I don't know," was all I said. He surprised me by suddenly swooping me up bridal style."Hey, put me down.""Later," he smirked."You're quite eager," I retorted. He simply smiled and kissed my forehead. As he carried me to our room, he gently set me on the bed and knelt down."Monic," I met his gaze."What is it?" He smiled at me."I'm sorry." I kept my gaze on him, waiting for his next words."Monic, I apologize for everything I've put you through. If only I hadn't trusted Monica, or rather Rose, so readily, we might not have had these problems. I hope we can find happiness. I know our beginning was rocky, and I made you cover up for someone you aren't. But you're truly what I was looking for. My love for you blinded me, Monic. No matt
"I'm waiting for her; I mean, I really want to know why she cheated on Zack. I looked outside the restaurant through the glass window and saw him getting out of the car. He was talking to someone for a while, then he glanced at me and I nodded, receiving the same in return. After a while, he walked over and took a seat in front of me."What do you want, Monique?" I looked at him first."Order first," was all I told him."Waiter," he called the waiter."Yes, ma'am, what's your order?""I want a mocha coffee, that's all.""Okay, ma'am," the waiter left, and he turned his attention back to me."So?" he said, and I took a deep breath."Why did you cheat on him?" Rose laughed slightly, so I frowned."Monic! Zack is attractive, wealthy, and skilled in bed," I clenched my fist in annoyance at his words.He looked me up and down, "You thought we lived as husband and wife for five years. Those five years with him were passionate and easy-going. He was my first; he was the first one to experien
"When the urge took over and disrupted your plans, I looked at Zack, but he just laughed."Hey, it's something we both desired.""Yes, I know, but you're aware that I'm leaving. Look, it's late," I said, feeling drained after sleeping all day."Tell me, where are you really going?" he asked, handing me a glass of milk."Kay Rose," I replied."Kay Rose?" he questioned, his brow furrowing."Why?""I just want to know, Zack. Why did she do that? Why did she cheat on you?" He smiled and then stood up. I followed his gaze while sipping my drink. He took an envelope from his bag and walked over to me."What is that?" I inquired. He handed it to me, and as I peered inside, I was taken aback by what I saw."Zack, how did this—""A setup, or let's just say she might have had a reason for her actions," he said, smiling."So, is this true? Are you really divorced?" He hugged me suddenly and kissed me passionately."Yes, baby," I smiled but pushed him away gently."What was her reason?""Why?""I