“Why is this happening?!” Everyone looked at Martin, who had just arrived from Manila. It took him a few days to get back to San Alfonso due to his work. He was worried about Ana when he heard what had happened, so he rushed to finish his work, but he still couldn’t come home right away because he had a lot of business to take care of.Martin looked at Ana, trying to calm himself. “Ana, what did I tell you?” he asked.Ana turned to Martin, looking at him emotionlessly, but she sighed. “Martin, I just wanted to go around the whole area of San Alfonso and help the people who are struggling because of their low wages under the Villalobos,” Ana explained in a calm voice. “I know you're just worried about me, but I can take care of myself. You don't have to worry about me anymore.” She smiled and held Martin's arm to calm him down.Martin took a deep breath and just shook his head, as it seemed that Ana had plans that he didn't know about. “Who’s Tasing?” he asked Ana, who paused but just
They were interrupted by someone rushing into the conference room.“Someone is causing trouble outside, Don Levi! The town lunatic! The window is broken!” the person said frantically, causing them to stand up and go outside to see what was happening.Ana frowned as she recognized the familiar town lunatic causing a commotion outside. She approached the door, and Levi followed her out.“You will die, Levi Villalobos!” the town lunatic shouted, grabbing rocks from a sack and throwing them in front of the office. Levi’s men quickly shielded them from the rocks.“Arrest that lunatic!” Levi ordered his men, who followed, but they couldn’t get close to the town lunatic, who continued to throw rocks at them.“You will pay, Levi Villalobos!”Chloe screamed as the town lunatic threw large rocks at them. She was unable to get close because she was afraid of being hit by a large rock.“Let’s go, Ana,” Martin said, pulling Ana, who didn’t follow and suddenly stood in front of the Villalobos; she
Ana couldn’t sleep because of her conversation with Detective. She was still thinking about everything she had heard and learned. She took a deep breath and paced in front of the bed, trying to piece everything together, but there was still missing information. Furthermore, she didn’t find what she was looking for.“Can’t sleep?” Martin asked as he woke up and noticed Ana wasn't beside him.“You can sleep more,” Ana replied. Martin furrowed his brow when he saw Ana couldn't sit still.“What did he tell you?” Martin asked seriously. Ana stopped pacing and scratched her hand, then shook her head at Martin. “Did he hurt you?”Ana looked at Martin and shook her head. “No. He will never hurt me.”Martin furrowed his brow even more because Ana seemed sure that the man wouldn't hurt her. “Then, what is it? What’s bothering you?”Ana sighed, crossed her arms, and turned away from Martin. “I-I don’t know…? That old man… He’s not crazy,” Ana said with her eyes closed, then turned to look at Mar
Dear Diary,I just need to express my feelings to you. I still can’t accept that the people who served us and Ignacio have turned their backs on us. They blame my husband for the crimes in the town. Believe it or not, my dear husband could never do what they are accusing us of.Levi arrested Ignacio for a crime he would never commit. The townspeople attacked us, forcing us to leave our beloved town— Lo siento si no puedo continuar con lo que voy a decir. (- Sorry, if I can’t continue what I’m about to say.)Stella MontesSeptember 1988—Ana wiped away her tears as she read Lady Stella’s words. She felt the weight of what Lady Stella was going through.She clenched her fists upon learning this. “How could the townspeople treat the Montes like that without sufficient evidence for their accusations?”She couldn’t help but feel frustrated with the people, wondering if it was appropriate to help them when they believed without evidence. She turned to the next page, feeling the emotions La
ANA’s POV“Hey,” I blinked and looked around, realizing that we were at the town hall. I stifled a yawn, as I hadn't had a proper sleep in a week. I tried to read Lady Stella’s diary again, but I couldn't focus due to my business responsibilities and the upcoming election.“Martin,” I called out softly to Martin, who was listening intently to the conversation. “Martin,” I tugged at his sleeve, causing him to turn towards me. “What are you discussing?” I asked.He glared at me, so I just smiled, as I hadn’t really been paying attention, my mind preoccupied with Lady Stella’s diary.“About business and the funds for the citizens,” he replied.I fell silent and leaned back in my chair. I glanced at the Villalobos, who were acting as if they were saints in front of the investors. Furthermore, I couldn’t believe that they could still carry themselves so confidently after what they had done to me, as if they had nothing to do with what happened to me. It was obvious that they were hiding ev
I woke up and was surprised by the scenario because it seemed like I no longer had a car.“My husband.”“Stella…”My eyes widened when I saw Lady Stella and Don Ignacio. I knew them from the old newspapers.Is this a dream?“What are we going to do? The Montes are not guilty of what they are accusing them of.”“I don’t know, my love. I don’t know what to do anymore. Don Martinez left the town to me.”I just covered my mouth and cried when I saw their situation. If this is just a dream, please… Wake me up. It hurts to see them like this.I was then transferred to another scenario where chaos was happening at the Montes' hacienda.W-what’s happening?“No! Not my husband! He's innocent!”Oh my god. No… Please!“Stella, take care of our future child. Remember, the truth is on my side.”“N-no…! Ignacio!”***“Ana, wake up!”I woke up and noticed that I was in Martin’s car.“Hey,”I held my chest because it was tight. I didn't know why, but I ended up crying in front of Martin, who I knew w
I finished the remaining alcohol and went back to my room to sleep, but I forgot that Martin was there.I stumbled onto the bed and looked up at the ceiling, feeling the effects of the alcohol. Furthermore, I must have had too much to drink. Maybe that’s why Rio and the others were drinking it, to give them energy for whatever they were planning to do. TSK.It startled me when Martin hugged me and widened my eyes when he put his hand inside my lingerie. “M-Martin…!” I covered my mouth as he touched my chest.Isn’t he sleeping? Is he dreaming? Fuck.I looked at Martin and was surprised to see his eyes wide open, staring blankly. I couldn’t deny that women fall for Martin. His gaze seemed to dig deep into your soul.“Martin?”He didn’t speak and continued to touch my chest. I wasn’t even wearing a bra! Damn it, Martin! He was asleep earlier!He continued to touch my chest, and I couldn't help but moan. “Aghn… M-Martin… T-that’s my weakness!” I struggled to say as I pushed his hand away.
With tears in my eyes, I faced the man who would be my partner for life.“I love you, my husband,”“I love you even more…”And we were met with applause from our loved ones. While some may not approve of our marriage and there have been many obstacles and people involved, we have overcome them all.I know his parents are against us; they do not want me because I am an orphan, and they believe I am only after Mateo's money, but that is not true.I did not marry Mateo for his wealth; I married him because I love him and believe he is the man I deserve.“What is happening? Are you out of your mind, Mateo?”I simply bowed my head, unable to meet Mrs. Caridad Villalobos’ gaze, the mother of the man I love.“I know plenty of women who would be more suitable for you! Just don’t be with that woman if she doesn’t have a family!” She yelled at Mateo, and I bowed even lower.She is right. I come from an orphanage, and I am unsure if I have any family left.“No! I love her! We are getting married