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49: He died…

That evening, when Khana left Kharl's room, she found herself alone in the master bedroom. Richard had gone for an emergency meeting, and somehow the curtain of silence fell heavily on her chest. There being no sign of Richard returning, she began wandering around the house until she came into their son's nursery—the nursery they had lovingly prepared for their child. But even amidst the soft pastel shades and comforting lullaby toys here, she could not shake off the unease. Instead of going to bed in the marital bed, Khana opted to retire to Kharl's room, the baby's room. She lay down on the small, decorative bed and tried to calm herself, but she couldn't sleep, and so the endless night dragged along.And yet, as time passed by, there was no Richard in view. The ticking of the clock sounded more ominous, pointing directly at her mind to what had unraveled between them. Khana rolled restlessly to the other side, as feelings of restlessness and being on edge flew over her.Final
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50:  What if she wants to leave?

Hearing the demise of the priest was like a bomb. She couldn't have imagined there was no longer a chance to reconcile with him. The priest was the last connection to her past, a piece of the life she once envisioned. She had hoped for reconciliation, some closure, or at least the chance to make peace. Now, that hope was gone, extinguished with the news of his passing.She gasped for breath, her eyes blurring as the room spun wildly about her. "H-Honey!" Richard's voice cracked with panic.The world seemed to slow as Khana’s body gave in to the overwhelming surge of emotions. She felt herself slipping away, and everything went dark.Shortly after, the family doctor came to check Khana's condition. Richard kept such news to their friends and family to avoid trouble. His mind was in complete chaos, not just for Khana’s physical state but for their marriage. He knew that this news was more than just a shock to her—it was evident that she still harbored feelings that had always made him
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51: Do you think I'm happy?

Every day, Richard brought something for Khana. Flowers in vibrant colors, luxurious perfume with a delicate scent, boxes of decadent chocolates, and elegant shoes filled their home, but none of these gifts could mend the growing distance between them. Khana’s heart was heavy, and the gestures that might have once filled her with warmth now only deepened her coldness. "What do you think you're doing?" Khana asked. She picked up the flower and placed it on the vase. Then, she added, “These won’t undo what you’ve done, Richard.” “I know, but—” Richard began, his voice filled with regret and desperation, but Khana didn’t let him finish. She turned on her heel and left the room without another word, her frustration tangible in the air. Khana walked out of the room and left Richard without letting him finish whatever he had to say.She slept in Kharl’s room for the past three days. She was about to carry Kharl and walk around the room. She was tired of the arguments, the silences, and t
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52: Scheming lady 

Kharl was giggling while being carried by Richard. When Khana heard giggles from the baby's room, she went to check what was going on. She kept her pace light as a feather to avoid making a sound that would interrupt a father-son bonding.When she reached the doorway, she paused, a small smile creeping onto her lips as she watched the scene unfold. Richard was making funny faces at Kharl, and the baby responded with more giggles, his tiny body wriggling in delight. The sight melted Khana’s heart, and for a brief moment, all her worries seemed to vanish.She smiled at the sight. It was sooner when Richard noticed a pair of eyes was watching. It didn’t take long for Richard to notice her presence. He glanced up, a knowing smile on his face as their eyes met."Aren't you going to be late at investor meeting later?" Khana asked, slowly approaching her doting husband. Richard shifted Kharl in his arms and glanced at the clock on the wall. “Right,” he said, sighing slightly. “I wasn’t plan
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53: Let's divorce!

It was a happy celebration for the first birthday of Khana's first born child. Kharl was also delighted to see a vibrant background. The young boy enjoyed recognizing varying faces.The couple had thrown a grand celebration to mark the occasion. Santillan's garden was decorated with colorful balloons, streamers, and a vibrant backdrop filled with playful images of animals and bright colors. Kharl, who had just started toddling, was delighted by the lively atmosphere.Richard and Khana stood in the center as they welcomed their guests. They had prepared a short speech for the occasion, expressing their gratitude for the love and support they had received throughout the year. After their heartfelt words, a few distinguished guests shared their sentiments, offering blessings for the baby and the family. The atmosphere was warm and celebratory, with glasses raised in toasts and the clinking of cutlery as everyone enjoyed the delicious spread of food.An awkward breath of air only pooped
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54: Where'd she go?!

Richard sat alone in the quiet darkness of their master bedroom. The silence was suffocating. He was consumed by his thoughts, unable to escape the echo of Khana’s words.As much as he wants to fix their marital quarrel, he’s not too dumb enough to force communication again. He knew Khana too well. Pushing her for a conversation when she was still this upset would only make things worse. He needed to give her space, even though every fiber of his being wanted to chase after her and beg for her forgiveness.He knew giving his wife enough time would make her a little calm. He knew something like this would happen, but he simply did not see it coming sooner than he expected. “I thought once we became family, everything will be in place. Even without that priest, she still hasn’t given her heart to me. How come she forgot all the time we spent together?” He cried in despair.His frustration boiled over, and he grabbed the pillows, the blankets, and even the lampshade, and threw them acro
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55:  Isn't he dead?

Richard and Bettina rushed to the marital bed, but Khana wasn’t there. Then, they headed to the baby’s room only to find a piece of paper…Richard read it, “I need time to reconsider this marriage. I beg you not to look for me. I don’t want to see the face of a man who consecutively lied to me and harmed me physically.”Richard was speechless and stood frozen in the doorway of the baby’s room. He crumpled the piece of paper in his hand. Bettina’s hand rested on his shoulder, trembling, as she absorbed the weight of Khana’s message. “She left…” Richard whispered, the words escaping his lips like a hollow echo. “She's gone," he added, tears flowing from his eyes.Bettina didn't see this coming. She thought Khana would not do such a thing. All she did to make Richard achieve his love gone in vain. She said, “We have to find her. She’s not safe out there alone, not with Kharl in her arms. She needs us, Richard.”Richard’s face hardened. “But she doesn’t want us. She’s made that clear.”
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56: Found you

Her son, Kharl, cooed softly in her arms, his small eyes tracking the movement of the fish. For a moment, everything felt peaceful, as if the weight of the world had lifted, allowing her to simply exist in this quiet moment with her child.Then, in an instant, that peace was shattered.As Khana’s gaze wandered around the tranquil church grounds, she caught sight of a man standing near the edge of the courtyard. He seemed oddly familiar. Her breath hitched in her throat, her mind racing to place him. The resemblance was undeniable. He looked just like someone she had known long ago—someone who was supposed to be dead.Her heart began to race as memories surged forward, unbidden. "Henry?" she whispered under her breath, her mind refusing to believe what her eyes were telling her. The man began to move away, and before she knew it, Khana was on her feet, following him without a second thought.However, before she could catch up, a nun appeared in front of her, blocking her path. The nun’
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57: I thought you were dead…

Serina decided to stay in the hotel where Khana and Kharl stayed. Serina decided to stay the night at the hotel with Khana and Kharl. It felt reassuring to Khana to have her friend close, even though her world had been turned upside down.Khana, on the other hand, asked her friend if she could watch over the baby since she had to go to the pharmacy near the church.“I shouldn’t be long. Just make sure this little guy doesn’t miss me too much.” She tried to sound lighthearted, but her words were tinged with concern."Be sure to get back here before this little guy starts looking for his mother," Serina replied.Khana nodded, though the hesitation lingered in her steps as she left the hotel room. She moved quickly through the streets, the pharmacy near the church being her destination. The day had worn on, and the evening was beginning to settle in. The sky was a soft wash of purples and oranges as the sun dipped toward the horizon, casting long shadows across the buildings.Khana hurri
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58: Bad intuition

“Khana?” says a baritone voice from the altar. The priest was unsure if he had the right person, but the girl from a short distance had an uncanny resemblance with the lady he let go. On the other hand, the lady's eyes flew open, her heart skipping a beat. She turned, her breath catching in her throat.Standing there, just a few feet away, was Henry.For a moment, the world seemed to tilt on its axis. Khana’s mind struggled to process what she was seeing. Khana’s heart pounded in her chest as she held her baby close. The soft scent of her child’s skin usually brought her peace, but now, it only heightened her anxiety. She tried to steady her breath, but the sight of Henry—Father—after all these years shook her to her core."Henry?" Khana let a name out.Henry's eyes drifted to the baby in her arms, his expression shifted from surprise to something softer, almost unreadable.The lady did not waste time but approached the priest."You were alive?" Khana uttered in utter shock. She even
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