I'm tired of running; run the truth. "What if I agree... on what terms will you publish?" I shouldn't have said these words to him, because honestly, it doesn't matter whether they are with or without conditions. I know, I'll agree this time. But I just want to be sure. I want to calculate all my moves. "M-marry me. "Marry me, Azeria.” I still can't help but be amazed every time he calls me "Azeria." I know it's a stupid thing to use a different name, and even though I know it's wrong, I still did it because of my grandfather's wishes, even though I denied it. I thought that was also a way to hide, but now it calls me by my real name. Everything became easy for me. But now that he had offered me marriage again, I was suddenly stunned. When I found out I was pregnant, I knew I wasn't ready, even though I was at the right age, but every time my son kicked for the past month, I'm sure I'm ready, but the wedding is. I shook my head at him and averted my eyes from him. I'm not ready
I'm not the type to just set a trap like that. My desire to stay in Manila is for my means, and I know my family has shown a lot of understanding. I'm not a perfect person. I make a lot of mistakes too, I know. Yes, that's when I first realized that I was too carried away by my means. What happened to Rezoir and me? The way I was able to flee from everyone, including him, the father of the child I'm carrying, and my... family The family did nothing but always support me; age doesn't matter between younger and older lovers. I know. In our current state, everyone is attempting to steal my heart. In the end, they didn't succeed either. Because I already know, I know that in the end they just want to use me. When I found Rezoir in a place I didn't expect, I did something I never thought I would eventually do. I'm not a child anymore. It's not his fault, and it's not mine either. It's not because I can't tell my body to stay away from him. Because I know, as if all this was destined to
Maybe because no matter what I refuse, he is the only person who can make my heart beat. That's why I give in. Because it's not hard to love Rezoir; he looks dangerous outside, but he's the person you want to embrace each night. Yes, that is the effect of his presence. I looked at Aunty Luleng, who was still wiping her tears, even though it was hard to leave them. But there's also a sense of relief that this time... I won't bother them. Even if they are all in denial, I know that there is also a chance that they feel sorry for me. So he always looked at me, and I was thankful. Being away from my family on this island fills my heart with longing. "A-Aunty Luleng..." I called the old man, who was still crying. Today is the day we leave the island. Mark is also back, so Reign is back with us. His cousin Rouston has stayed here for three days, and now we are leaving. "Don't pay attention to old Azeria; I'm glad you're coming back." Aunt Luleng said. I looked at Rezoir; he was talking t
"I heard that you haven't named my nephew yet," he said, scratching his head. I blinked, and somehow I saw a resemblance to Reign. I smiled widely, tasting it."Rayver sounds good; how about the second name?" He didn't expect what I said. Before he could answer, his older brother arrived. He immediately looked down on his brother."Why don't you just create yours, so you can name it yourself?" My jaw dropped when he said this.“Rezoir!” I disobeyed him."Do you want it, brother?" was full of teasing that Rajiv returned to him."Rezoir Israel," I said emphatically as he took a step closer to Rajih."What are you doing here, huh?" "Are you checking my wife, little kid?” My shoulder dropped when it was not carried away by my threat."Sister Azeria," he called me."Huh?" was my answer."If you want to know all the nonsense about my brother, I'm a whore!" I couldn't help but laugh because Rezoir pinched his ear.“Get out!” Rezoir ordered."Laugh-yes! Leaving!” He immediately stepped toward
I know that saying sorry is not enough for them to forgive me. Lucas is right; if I ask for forgiveness, papa should be the one who has the right."You are not like this, Azeria!" "Is it because of that man?!” I don't want him to tell others what I did. I immediately separated from Red and looked at Lucas, his jaw set."It's my fault; I left him too. Lucas," I said, crying. "I-I left him as well." It's all my fault. Now that they say I only did that thing because of Rezoir, it hurts me. I closed my eyes. I knew what I had done was wrong. If I don't make them understand, they will never understand me. So I decided that to understand a person, one must first know their story. I took a deep breath, wiped my tears, and tried to calm down. I need to calm down because I'm still pregnant.I stared at the three of them. Even dimly, they understand me. It's still better for them to know my reason."I want to be here in Manila, not because I badly want to become independent," I said. "My mother
But it looks like the word "happy" is not for me. "W-what did you say, aunt?" I stammered. I looked at Uncle Andrius in confusion; his face was hard as he looked at the people in front of me. We were at a private restaurant, and I was hoping that all the problems would be over, but they weren't. I looked at Aunt Kiara; her eyes were still not on me. Just like his wife, his face was hard as he looked at the people in front of us. "Why don't you sit up first, Kia?" Aunt Serena stated. At the last minute, my relatives were still standing; they didn't even bother to sit down. They immediately showed me that what I expected to happen that day would not happen. "No need; we won't last long." You know this conversation is going nowhere. Aunt Kiara spoke sternly. I tried to approach Rezoir when Dalea grabbed my arm. "W-what are you doing?" I stammered. "Uncle!" I shouted to their eldest son, Papa, and uncle Andrius. "One more step, my niece... young man, I swear this is the last thing you
After the truth is revealed that day. I did nothing but cry and sulk in my room. Today is my third day; Papa came yesterday. Nana Roda told me that Papa was taking care of something, so he came just now. Even now, he doesn't know what's going on between our family and the Hillarcas. Yesterday my aunt and uncle returned to Manila; they left without talking to me. They tried to talk to me. But it's just me being stubborn; what I know is that Papa doesn't know anything yet. All he knows is that I'm pregnant, back at the hacienda, but no father is with me. I wiped the tears that escaped my eyes. Maybe what was coming into his mind was that maybe I should go home because he can't do it anymore. Now that I'm about to give birth, things like this happen, even though I have a problem. I don't neglect myself; I still sleep at the right time. Even though I feel a lot of stress, I always stay calm. I'm standing near the window; the stable can be seen from my room. My eyes were fixed on Rezoir
"P-papa..." I called him. He stepped closer to me. "Why are you crying?" he said with a frown. "M-Mama…" "What about your mom?" I cried. Even though I wasn't in Mama's stomach yet, she was carrying heavy things. when I saw the thing in my hand. "What’s that, Azeria?" Why are you here at this hour? "What did you look for?" I looked up at him. "Did aunt Serena try to talk to you, dad?" I said When he didn't speak, I knew his answer was yes. "I recall what she said... when I was a kid. He told me to look for Mama's letter that was stuck in her favorite story. I immediately handed the letter to him, which he immediately took. "And Mama didn't cheat on you; she just protected me. Protect us." He immediately opened the letter, and I watched him quietly read Mama's letter. He crumpled the letter when he finished reading the whole letter; his tears fell one by one. "M-Midori," she sobbed as she addressed Mama. Papa stared at me, still crying like me. "I-I'm so sorry...oh god! Even if they
When Azeria said goodbye, I looked up at the sky. Reminiscing what happened next. "Serena? I know you're awake." Loreto's voice. I'm fucking damned! So effin' damn! "Can't I leave right away? I'm already on my way to Tablas." I said with a snort. "Do you still have a hangover? I said we're going to Sibuyan." frowned when Loreto said. "Still sleeping, bro." Benito laughed and said that's why I made him suffer. Why do they think it's normal for them to be with me, as if they were me, I know that alcohol tolerance is higher. Last night it was time for me to confess, that I was the girl who fought with Horace at the bar. I know they are still in their right mind, as for me being naughty and stupid in front of the ancient son of the Hillarchs. It was alcohol that brought it, not Serena's person. "Grandfather has already arrived at the resort where Don Sebastian's birthday celebration will be held. So you can't go and not show up, Serena. Also, Don Sebastian is expecting you." said Erm
"Your Papa Horace and I didn't know each other that well, dear." Mama Serena spoke to me when I asked how her friendship with Papa started and how she and Papa Horace met for the first time. I just ignored Rezoir who just shook his head next to me. "My first meeting with Horace was a bit glitchy and hilarious, sweety." She smiled at me, a smile that reminded me of the past I know where it started. She then started telling a story. The reason is the one that changes a person, who at first did not believe. How can you say that the word 'reason' can change someone? When I heard that from a stranger, I didn't take it seriously. But when tragedy happens, and I remember those words, maybe it's true. Reasons can change people. "Are you sure, Serena? How are you studying?” my cousin Erman spoke worriedly. I was not surprised by this question, I made my decision though I'm not yet sure if my relatives on my father’s side would agree to it. "I'll stop first, I don't think I can focus after
Lucas thanked Theo's maid. Lucas was sitting in front of Thaddeus' couch. Lucas looked at the other side of the stairs when he saw the boss coming down. "Sir, I'm leaving." Thaddeus nodded. "All right, be careful on the way home." "When Mama asks if I'm bringing a girl here, say yes." Lucas laughed. "A-Alright sir..." stammered the maid. He was upset because that's actually what Theo's mom was asking him. to which she answered nothing. But because Sir Theo said that there is, that is probably what she will say to his mama now. even to an innocent child. "When you are a demon, you land." Lucas commented that the maid had already left. Theo frowned and lazily looked at Lucas, while Lucas noticed that Theo looked like he was on a bad trip. "I’m pissed, Leonardo." He said. "I see," Lucas answered. "Come on! Don't sit pretty there! It disobeyed him. and tortured him; Lucas just shook his head. Since their cousin Azeria is already in Manila, Android will be left on Theo's pad for a wh
Lucas felt his forehead as he looked at the participants in the interview. Is sitting in a chair where Theo belongs? "Why the f*ck am I here again?" he muttered. "Sir?" Thaddeus' temporary secretary called him. "Let's begin," Lucas said, and the secretary nodded to him. The interview starts. Lucas didn't know; Theo was still in high school and was the most immature of the three of them. He understands, because of the three of them, this is the youngest. But of course, he didn't think that his cousin's demon status would end up like this. You'd think he was the one assigned to interview his newly hired secretary. He was indeed chosen by their grandfather because he is said to be good at handling business. Is it true? Not! If his grandfather knew this, what is his favorite grandson doing? Lucas shook his head, and when he came forward, he was surprised to see that the applicant was pale. Lucas tasted it. "Continue," she said, surprised and nervous at his sudden shaking. Since he's her
But he in the middle looked after the old and the young. The speed of the car was only moderate. Red looked left and right. ventured to see the villa that Lucas was referring to. The rain continued to pour for a few hours. Red planned to just go home, but because of the heavy rain, There were hundreds stranded, so he couldn't pass. He had been driving for a few minutes when his cell phone rang. He immediately answered it. "Ma," he said, greeting his mother, who was on the other line. "Oh, it's good," answered Redrick. "I thought it was Lucas who would open it." "Why did you get called Ma?" "It's raining heavily, and I know that I'm stranded on some paths." "Do you still remember your godmother Rosemife?" "Yeah," Red replied with a frown. Her mother hadn't mentioned her godmother in a long time, so she was surprised when she heard her name. "I still know her face, but I'm not sure if she can recognize me." "She will! He was called a while ago because, lately, we had a connection aga
They only had one car, a red one. They used Theo's car; they talked at three o'clock. They exchanged contacts, and they are on their way to the venue where their picnic will be held. The place is close by, but they keep stopping on the way and buying things that can be taken away. Even though one had the answer to the drink, the three still bought a beer in a can. "Is it all right?" Red asked Lucas. Lucas nodded. "Yes, that's probably fine." "Come on, they're waiting for us." Theo showed his phone with a message. The two nodded. At this time, Lucas was the one holding the steering wheel. The place they are going to is good and has a villa nearby. That's the plan because Lucas is the oldest of them. since he probably won't get all drunk, just in case the two are completely drunk. But Red is in charge of drinking alcohol. He'll just be tipsy, but he won't be completely drunk. Things were already laid out when they arrived. It's okay, they're the last ones. The companions immediately gr
The line was long, so Theo complained to Red's side. even though Red threatened Theo not to follow him to the university he was going to attend. Since when has he been an obedient person? Of course, the three of them end up together. "Damn it, I'm going to throw up." He is still holding his stomach. Red immediately slapped the handkerchief he was holding on Theo's cheek. "You're a fool, you said to have breakfast!" Red's sermon to Theo They are the last in line. From where they were standing, who was in the first row? None other than their cousin Lucas. Of course, the three of them. Lucas is the early person, but Red still saw Lucas's missed call this morning, which will reach ten. It's only the fault of the person complaining on the other side of it that they are at the back of the queue. Unfortunately, Theo has a surname, and he regretted agreeing to be a householder. It was just this morning that it was looked at, and I hope they don't get rejected from the course they want to ta
"Oh, Aze. Here are the women! "It's like it was meant for you!" Azeria frowned. "Really? Look." Azeria immediately approached Theo. Sitting next to it, the two were on the floor while Lucas and Red were sitting on the couch and watching them. "Yes, that's right. Some are purely female but are named after their grandfather. Weird." "Isn't there something like that too, Aze?" Do you remember? "It was like a single wrap," Theo commented on the gifts he had kept that he knew were for women and Azeria. "I don't remember." "But isn't it a little strange, Lucas?"Azeria said. Lucas just glanced at him. "Maybe it belongs to you; after all, they know that you are grandpa's favorite grandson." The three grinned, and Azeria immediately frowned. "What's with the favorite?" I'm not the favorite; Theo is! Look! "He is unwrapping the gifts!" Azeria pointed to his cousin. "Yes," said Red. "Then Thaddeus is the favorite grandson." "Oh, what are you arguing about again?" Roda interjected as she p
Special Chapter I Hacienda Tacata has a new day! Everyone is surprised because today is Don Vicente's birthday. The Tacata clan is complete; the relatives in Spain, Tokyo, and America came home just to join Don Vicente on his birthday. Roda is currently busy in the kitchen; the butler is at the hacienda. Theo's footsteps slowly approached the old woman without a sound. "NANA!" he shouted. Roda let go of the spoon she was holding; she looked shocked. "Thaddeus! "You scared me!" she said. "Can’t you see I'm cooking?" You, kid! What if I spill oil, huh? "Do you think it doesn't hurt to be kicked?" "Whoa! "Easy Nana, easy," Theo grinned and laughed. He immediately picked up the ladle on the floor, placed it in the sink, and took a new one. "It seems like something is being pulled, Nana. What? It—" "Theo!" Even before Roda could pronounce him, he called his name again silently. "Dead! Azeria!" "Child, what have you done to yourself?"Theo immediately ran out of the kitchen. It used