Alexander couldn't help but wonder about Bella. She was far from what he had imagined based on the stories Mia had told him. At that time the girl was just his girlfriend, he had formed an opinion about her --- that she was kind to her family. In fact, when he was bedridden the woman was talking about nothing but her family. If there was one good thing about the woman, it was her ability to love her family very much. But he seems to want to change his opinion. He sees that there is no progress in Bella's life. She was very simple. It's like she's not Mia's sister. The two women are far different from each other. Bella doesn't have Mia's sophistication; in fact, Bella seemed to be not used to the few things that had even a modicum of luxury. He still remembers when he and Mia were just engaged and he told her several times that he wanted to meet and be with her family, but she often told him that they were busy --- Bella with her studies and her mother also has a business to attend t
"I'm going back to the resto, Ate, after all, I don't do anything here during the day. My salary is a waste." “I will send you more money. Just stay there.” Bella flinched at the irritation in her sister's voice. That's why she thought that she go back to the restaurant again because she didn't agree with her wanting to increase her payment. She thought there was nothing she could do about her decision but she called their mother. She couldn't understand why she didn't want to give the money when she was rich. Her reasoning to her was that maybe when she got the sum of the money she promised, she wouldn't follow through on the agreement. She just didn't say a word, even though she wanted to tell her that she wasn't like her who didn't know how to follow through on the agreement. She was just making sure. She can still go back to the restaurant now but what if she stays in that house for a while? She might not be accepted anymore. And it would be good if her sister would follow the
"My God, Bella, capture my heart!" Bella pinched Daayiee delicately. Suddenly his eyes widened. She turned to her brother-in-law. He smiled at her as he approached. She immediately stood up, even her friends. She introduced them to the man. "I never mentioned to you that they were coming, Alex." “It’s okay, it’s okay. Please stay for dinner.” "Even if I stay forever, Alexander, it's okay." For Daayiee's joke, he tasted a fine pinch again. Alex didn't seem to mind her friend's joke he laughed out loud. The joy of his laughter is always contagious. There is no sign that this is a man who has problems with his wife. Did he accept the situation? Or is it one of those relationships where the one is so used to being miserable that nothing makes him sad anymore and his relationship with his wife seems insignificant? “You’re funny, Daayiee. Anyway, I’ll see you all at dinner.” Until the man disappeared from their sight, Daayiee was still looking at him. "Be still, my heart." "Hey, he
“How dare you spend ten grand without telling me!” Mia's ears perked up at what Mason told her. Ten thousand dollars and he was flying off the handle. His face was red as if he was shocked. She went shopping, what the hell was his problem? Ah, yes, by the way, he's not as gallant as he used to be. He was a fool, a moron. He did not keep the money he took from their company, as he had told her before that he would do. He got himself an island through bank financing and then put a big portion of the money into a business that went bankrupt in a year. He was not a good businessman.She suspects that in just five years, the bank will be able to seize the island he is proud of, which it will not be able to take advantage of because it is empty. It had turned into a liability instead of an asset. And this moron was the only one to blame. She was the one who used to tell him that his investment decisions were wrong but he says it will be taken care of. She should have taken over three year
She wanted to be alert. Is what he says true? Is what she hears true? Is he also fascinated by her beauty? Merciful God, may He forgive them!She avoided looking at Alexander. If she could, she would have left him there but she would look rude because they were still eating. She continued her meal even though she suddenly felt a spotlight focused on her. It was hot, but she just couldn't say anything. Her mind was still clear, she made the wrong comment to ride on what he said.When she finished eating, she immediately stood up. "I-I'm done."“Perfect”, sambit nitong nakatingin sa kanyang mukha.“A-Alex, it’s wrong—”“Forget what I said. It doesn’t mean anything.”She could no longer react properly. Will she be happy, sad, or annoyed? However, she nodded slightly and hurriedly went upstairs. When she got to her room she immediately locked it. She leaned there, still trembling.What happened to that? He said he wished he had known her before her sister but in the end, he retracted what
"These are gorgeous, girl! Are you sure they're mine?" “Ours.” "You know, I get it. That's why your brother-in-law gave us things because he was attracted to my beauty. Ask him." She snorted at him, though she was laughing. It was natural that she was very happy with the things Alexander gave them. She almost didn't need the money her sister would give her because those things were enough for her and Daayiee to get started. What was more touching about what the man did was that he included her friend's tools and equipment to use in his gift. That means he focuses on what she says so he remembers them. The cooking and bartending tools that they need are complete. They have all kinds of frying pans, including garlic press, potato masher, and zester. The bartending items he provides are also first-class. When she asked the man how he came to know about those items, he said he got help from Ava Martinez. She didn't want to accept those things but he insisted on them. He said that she
"How's Mom?" "She's okay. By the way, she sent three jars of pickled bitter gourd, cucumber, and turnips. I said, you might not eat it but she said you should taste it. It's her specialty," Bella smiled at Alexander. She invited him earlier to join them but he refused. He said to have something more to do. Because Alexander found out that her mother went home to the province, she just said that the old woman just visited Manila. She went home alone, and she also took her mother for a walk, along with Daayiee. While they were at the mall, her mind was on Alexander so she immediately returned. It's only four in the afternoon. “And how are you?” "You keep asking me that. Of course, I'm fine." “I always miss you when you’re not here.” Sometimes she thinks there is a white elephant that they both ignore, just like that time. It is not right for him to say such lines to her, that is the white elephant. But he doesn’t care, he doesn't care also to a bigger elephant --- the fact that he
“I think that dress is perfect for you.” Bella responded to Alexander with a sigh. Even though she has a good figure, she doesn't seem to care to wear clothes that barely hide anything. Shee might just stay in the room. The man said he was going to take her to a gathering, the anniversary of the company, so they were now shopping for what she would wear. "Even my soul, is seen in that dress." “You’re probably right. But we can still buy that dress. You know, for my eyes only.” His eyes became teasing. Her face immediately warmed up. "Alex, you're crazy." The strength of his laughter was so loud. Her mind suddenly traveled somewhere. It's easy to visualize what he's saying and make her imagination run faster. It had been more than a week since they had talked and presented their plans. Until that moment she still had no decision. Just the other day she came from their house and talked to her mother. As she watched her, she became depressed.She was sure that she wouldn't be in fav