Marisse and Anthony woke up in the soft embrace of the hotel room, their bodies intertwined from a night filled with passion and love. The warmth of the morning sun filtered through the curtains, casting a gentle glow on their faces. As they stirred awake, a sense of contentment enveloped them."I'll take a bath first, babe" ani ni Marisse kalaunan. "Sure, babe. Susunod ako pagkatapos mo. For now, I'll order some foods muna para makakain na tayo maya-maya" sagot ni Anthony. Tumango na lamang si Marisse bilang sagot. "Bukod sa akin, may gusto ka pa bang kainin?" Tanong ni Anthony habang nakangisi. Inirapan ko na lamang ito ng mata. Kung ano-ano na naman ang lumalabas sa bibig n'ya. "Just order anything. I'm okay with it na" sagot ni Marisse saka dali-dali nang pumasok sa cr. Pagkatapos maligo, they decided to indulge in a leisurely breakfast together. They made their way to their hotel room's dining area, hand in hand, ready to savor a delicious meal and enjoy each other's compan
Chapter sixty one: A Gathering of Families and Unveiled SentimentsMarisse and Anthony arrived at the grand Montenegro mansion, a sprawling estate that exuded elegance and opulence. The occasion was the long-awaited reunion of Anthony's family, who had returned from living abroad. As they stepped into the backyard, a picturesque scene greeted them—a vast expanse of greenery, adorned with a magnificent swimming pool and surrounded by loved ones.Laughter and chatter filled the air as Marisse and Anthony joined the lively gathering. The relatives of Anthony, some familiar faces and others meeting Marisse for the first time, welcomed them with open arms. The aroma of delicious food, prepared by the skilled hands of the mansion's maids, wafted through the air, enticing their taste buds.Marisse felt a mix of excitement and nervousness as she navigated the sea of new faces. She was grateful for the warm reception from Anthony's relatives, who embraced her as part of the family. The vibran
Chapter sixty two: Confronting the Past and Healing WoundsAfter bidding farewell to Anthony's relatives and leaving the Montenegro mansion behind, Marisse and Anthony returned to their penthouse in Manila. Dalawang araw rin ang inilagi nila sa mansion. Gustuhin man ng dalawa na magtagal at mag enjoy pa kasama ng pamilya ay hindi puwede dahil ng trabahong naiwan nila. Wala pa naman din pasabi si Marisse na hindi s'ya makakapasok ng dalawang araw. The echoes of laughter and cherished moments spent with family lingered in their hearts as they settled back into their daily routines.....The next morning, as Marisse prepared to return to her boutique, a sense of anticipation filled her. She was eager to immerse herself in her work, to create and bring her artistic vision to life. Anthony, too, resumed his responsibilities at Montenegro Company, their shared passion for their respective careers fueling their drive.....Pagkahatid kay Marisse sa loob ng office nito ay nagpaalam n
Chapter Sixty three: A Visit from the Past and a Refusal to ForgiveKinabukasan, Anthony, himself consumed by the preparations for the upcoming golden anniversary of Montenegro Company. He's so busy. Sobrang daming gawain. Abala siya dahil CEO siya ng Kompanya. Ayaw naman niyang biguin ang kanilang mga kamag-anak at pamilya. Though, next next week pa naman ang anniversary. Puspusan lang ang preparations niya. The demands of the event had kept him busy for the past few days, leaving little time for anything else. The weight of responsibility sat heavily on his shoulders as he worked tirelessly to ensure the success of the milestone celebration.Meanwhile, in her office, Marisse focused on her own tasks, determined to make progress despite the distractions that lingered in her mind. Halos lahat ng invited sa upcoming golden anniversary ng Montenegro Company ay sa kaniya nagpapagawa ng gowns. Busy na rin ang kaniyang staffs sa pagsagot ng tawag o appointment ng mga customers, sa panana
As the golden anniversary celebration of Montenegro Company unfolded in all its grandeur, time seemed to slip away in a whirlwind of festivities and joy. Marisse and Anthony, though not together in the midst of the bustling hall, found themselves immersed in the moment, each fulfilling their respective roles.Anthony, the CEO of Montenegro Company, was a beacon of leadership and dedication, ensuring the success of the event with his unwavering commitment. His presence commanded respect and admiration, as he stood at the forefront of the celebration, delivering a heartfelt speech alongside the directors of each office. Maaga pa lamang, halos wala pa yata siyang tulog ay umalis na agad siya sa penthouse, just to make sure that everything will went fine and smooth. Meanwhile, Marisse arrived at the event with Nanay Lydia and Lyka, their trusted maid together with Nanay Lydia's daughter, who had become like family. Hapon na nang makarating sila sa event hall. Imbitado rin kase ang securi
Chapter Sixty Five: A Journey of Reflection and Healing Reminder: Trigger Warning ahead! Kung hindi kayang basahin, skip, hehe. After the heartbreaking announcement from Anthony's mother, Tita Shirley, Marisse's heart felt heavy with a mix of emotions - confusion, sadness, and a profound sense of loss. The unexpected news had shattered her world, leaving her grappling with the reality of the situation. With tears streaming down her face, Marisse made her way out to the hall, seeking solace in the quiet darkness of the night.Mabilis na naglandas ang kaniyang mga luha, mabilis rin niyang hinanap ang kaniyang sasakyan. Good thing at siya ang nag drive ng sasakyan nila nina Nanay Lydia at Lyka. Nasa kabilang sasakyan naman ang mga guards. As she drove aimlessly, the weight of the revelation weighed heavily on her mind. The thought of Sharmaine's pregnancy and Anthony's admission that they didn't have a relationship left Marisse feeling adrift, lost in a sea of unanswered questions and
Still Anthony's POV"Please, tell me, Doc, how is she? I'm her boyfriend po" pakilala ko sa mahinanong tono ng boses. "Sasabihin ko na lang po sa inyo ang buong detalye, once na makarating na po kayo dito. But now, ito lang ang masasabi ko. She's in critical condition" ani ng Doctor. A loud gasps comes from my family. Matalim ko namang tingnan ng masama si Mama. Nang masabi iyon ng Doctor ay wala na akong inaksaya pang sandali. Mabilis na akong naglakad palayo sa kamag-anak ko, palabas ng hall. "Anthony, where are you going? Son, come back here" sigaw ni Mama ngunit hindi ko na s'ya pinakinggan pa. "Darwin, samahan mo si Anthony" sigaw ng kung sino. Probably one of my Tito. Nang mahanap ko ang sasakyan ko ay mabilis na akong pumasok roon. Kapapasok ko pa lamang ng sumulpot si Kuya Darwin roon. "Ako na ang magdadrive" ani ni Kuya sa akin. Pagod na tumango na lamang ako at mabilis na nakipagpalit ng pwesto sa kaniya. Nang makaayos na kaming dalawa ay mabilis na si Kuya'ng nag d
End of flashback..."Anthony, Darwin, what if magpahinga muna kayo? Look boys, I know wala pa kayong maayos na tulog, nandito naman na kami. Kami na muna ang magbabantay kay Marisse. Go, sleep. Mag book na lang kayo diyan sa pinaka malapit na hotel" suggest ni Tita, Nanay ni Patricia sa amin. "And you, Anthony, huwag mong sigawan ang mommy mo. Hindi gagaling at hindi agad magigising si Marisse kung kay ate Shirley mo ibubuhos ang galit mo" pangaral ng Tito ko na galing pa sa Cebu. "I'm so sorry, Son" ani na lang ni Mama. "Anthony, let's go" ani naman ni Kuya Darwin sa akin. Napatingin lamang ako rito. "What? Titingin ka lang d'yan? Hindi ka ba sasama sa akin para kumuha ng hotel rito at magpahinga kahit saglit lang?" Tanong ni Kuya Darwin sa akin ilang sandali. "Yeah, let's go" pagod at tamad akong tumayo para sumunod na sa kaniya sa paglalakad. ..Hapon na ng magising ako. Agad kong sinipat kung anong oras na mula sa wall clock na nakasabit sa room ko. It's already 5:40 in t