All Chapters of A Desire To Last A Lifetime: Chapter 61 - Chapter 70

Fabio was still wearing his great morning smile as he proceeded inside his office.It felt like his good mood was radiating, making me feel good, as well!I admit I had been used to seeing him in his usual serious and terror-type mode when we were in this building, and even his smile seemed to be so expensive before that he couldn’t easily give it to anyone. But now? After our Hong Kong trip, I could say that he had changed, and I’m hoping it’ll continue for the better.Anyway, after all, I found out that smile, even more a chuckle really suited him. How I wish he could always wear that accessory to make every day a brighter day. The effect of a smile could always lighten up every atmosphere and could make the workers and people around him feel energetic and more productive at work.I was about to resume with my work proper but I suddenly remembered the paper bag at the side of my table that I really intended to bring to hand him personally. This was the male cloth I sewed especially

"What?! No?!" They exclaimed in unison."Tamara dear, you don't have to do this," mom said as she was holding my hand and gently shaking her head.I wiped my tears away and remained firm to what I already uttered."I have made up my mind, mom. If this is the only thing that can save us all then I'm willing to take the risk now."I couldn't simply watch losing everything we have while not doing anything when I know that there's something I can do to lessen the problem, right? Even if it means giving up my own happiness…"But, Tamara—""It's alright, mom." I forced a smile, just so I could cheer her up. "It's alright. I'm doing this with my own will. I want to do this. You don't have to worry about me."She cried and I hugged her. I tried my best not to cry anymore though deep inside, I wanted to break down, too. But I knew I couldn't let them see my weakness and I couldn't let them feel that I was very sad upon coming up to this huge decision because if I do, they would only worry abou

"Besides, don't you want that? The sooner the marriage, the sooner your business will be saved. Another thing, this will surely make your dad happy, Tamara, when he wakes up and finds out that you and Fabio are married. You know he's also so eager for this to occur the soonest possible," the lady continued to persuade us.The gentleman next to her finally spoke, but like everyone else, he didn't seem to be convinced by his wife's wish that Fabio and I should rush the marriage."They're right. It might put pressure on both Tamara and our son—Fabio.""Believe me, I'll take care of it!" Mrs. Wynnfor chuckled, taking things just too lightly. And then she turned to mommy again. "Trust me, my friend. You would love seeing your beautiful daughter walking down the aisle, marrying my son."Mom wanted to be emotional but she was holding it. She even laughed to hide what she was truly feeling and put on a show as if she could also be just as chill. "Can't you just help without asking for anythin

"WHAT did your best friend tell you, Tamara?" Mom asked me seriously soon as the call with Chris ended.I turned to her, teary-eyed and full of hopes in this life again!"Chris is truly a heaven-sent, mom! He is our savior! He is going to save our family from all of this mess!"I hugged her and she hugged me.It felt like we could breathe again because of how positive this morning has brought us! Especially from Chris's good news and his huge offer of help.I told mom everything that Chris and I talked about—the seventy-million that Chris is offering as an investment to Davis Elegance, the assurance that aside from our friendship, it's purely business intentions and Chris will not ask for anything in return that is against my will, and everything about my best friend's kindness towards our family!"Finally! A true help from a true family friend with genuine intentions!" mom commented, feeling so grateful.I couldn't agree more!But then I suddenly took the hint too that she was subtly

To know who it was, I handed the phone and spoke, "Hello?""Tamara, hija? Hello? Is this you?"I closed my eyes. This is what I'm saying!Though she wasn't introducing herself yet, I could recognize her soft-spoken voice. I knew it's Fabio's mom."Yes, this is me speaking. Is that you, auntie?""Yes, Tami. I called because I, actually, our whole family, have already watched your mom's interview and she canceled the agreement of your supposed engagement to my son?" Her voice sounded sad and a bit disappointed.I couldn't help but feel bad for them. Though, I didn't want this marriage to push through, still I couldn't support the disrespect that my mom caused to their family."I've been contacting her but she's not picking up, that's why I decided to give you a call instead," she explained.I didn't know what to say. Seriously.She continued, and this time, she did not hold on her sentiments anymore. "What is this, hija? Is your mom serious about what she said there? Why all of a sudden