For the first time, I witness Bobby desperately needing some comforting. It must have been bad back in Quim’s office. “Let’s leave,” I told him. We quietly entered the car and he started driving without saying a word. “Do you want to go to a drive thru? Burger, coffee, anything,” I asked. “I’ll bring you home,” he said. “And you’re going home too after you drop me off, right?” I asked. “I have to meet someone. It’s business,” he said. “Alright. Just drive carefully,” I said. We are almost near my house but he still hasn’t said anything about what happened during the sudden meeting with Quim. “If you are ready to talk about it, I’m ready to listen. I’ll drop everything and listen to you,” I said. Bobby nodded. He looks so sad and disappointed. Not even my presence could cheer him up. “Please don’t think that I’m setting you aside. There are just some things that I have to take care myself, okay?” he said. We had a quick kiss before I get out of the car. It’s more of a
The clock shows 12. “Midnight? Midnight!” I screamed to myself. All I wanted was a cuddle not a full time sleep in Bobby’s room that I don’t frequent. “How did I end up here?” I asked myself. I am still wearing the clothes I wore after taking a shower yesterday afternoon. I remember us cuddling in the living room while watching a show on a streaming site. It must be very comfortable that I fell asleep. I startled a bit when I saw the door open slowly. “Hi, Audrey. You’re awake,” Auntie Blessy said. I feel instantly embarrassed that she finds me in her son’s room. “You fell asleep and we couldn’t wake you up. You must be hungry. I’ll reheat your dinner,” she said. “Oh no, Auntie. I’ll do that myself. It’s past your bedtime,” I said. “It’s fine. I am just binge watching my favorite series,” she said. “Thanks, Auntie. I’ll just freshen up a bit. But where’s Bobby?” I asked. I just realized that he wasn’t around when I woke up. “He’s in the guest room,” she said. “W
Maybe it’s just me who feels that everything is going fast but I really think it really is running faster than the normal speed. Bobby’s behavior towards me makes me feel like he is already convinced that we will end up together. It’s not weird though. After all, I didn’t enter this relationship just to hang out with him. “You’re back early,” Mom said as soon as I opened the door. “I’ve things to prepare for my first day at work on Monday,” I said. “Where’s Bobby?” she asked. “I told him to leave already. I thought you were still hearing mass online,” I said. “We woke up late and didn’t catch the start of the mass so we skipped it today,” she said. I tried to talk to her with other things as I don’t want any questions about my random sleepover at Bobby’s parents’ house. I went to my room to change clothes. For some reason, I miss my room and my bed. Bobby’s bed was so comfy but with the subtle pressure from Auntie Blessy on some expectations makes me want to forget that I
It’s ten in the evening. The sight of an unknown number calling me makes me anxious. I was able to think of many different things in just a few seconds. I breathed in and out before picking it up. “So, is it true that you’re not in your boyfriend’s house this weekend?” a familiar voice asked me straight. “Ally, did you change number?” I asked. “No, it’s my other number. I got a new phone and line from the company just yesterday,” Ally said. “What is it?” I asked. “What is it? Of course, I am also curious why you’re at home and not in your future in-law’s house,” she said. “Is it a big deal?” I asked. “Do you really want to know? Of course it is. Dad’s concerned if you must know,” she said. “Nice one, Ally,” I said. “It’s true. They’re concerned about you once again,” she said. “What? How? Do they think I’m going to jump from company to another this time?” I asked. “Well, that’s still a concern for them and you can’t blame them after what you did in college,” she
Call it weird, surprising, exciting but for some reason, I got up early effortlessly. In fact, I was even one minute earlier than the alarm. I feel so light, inspired, and ready to start my professional life all over again. Bobby’s on time too. He arrived to pick me up five minutes before six in the morning. He looks so fresh and handsome as always. “You look so pretty and radiant,” he complimented me right away. “Thank you. You’re a dapper. Do you have an important meeting today?” I asked. “You guessed it right,” he said. “Is it about that issue?” I asked. “We are hoping to resolve it today. So, good luck to both of us,” he said. “I feel good about today. I have no doubt that this day will turn out well,” I said. “But you look so differently pretty today. Are you excited to work now?” he said. Honestly, even I couldn’t believe how joyous I am feeling today. There’s not a drop of that fear that was almost consuming me last weekend. “I must be excited. I am conditioni
I try to put up a happy face in front of my parents but inside, I keep my growing concern for Bobby. It’s hard to be happy and share good stories about my new job when he lost his. “How did you get here?” Dad asked. “Bobby drove me here but he couldn’t stop by. He asked me to tell you,” I said. “Must be very busy with work,” he said. “He still is,” I said. “And your new company?” Mom asked. “I feel good about it. Most people I’ll be working with are my age. I’m sure we’ll have fun at work and even after office,” I said. “That’s good but make sure you don’t have too much fun this time,” Mom said. I got what she meant. “Of course, I am serious with my future now. My happy-go-lucky days are behind me. I need to save money too,” I assured her. “That’s true. Even if Bobby has a massive savings, you’ve got to have your own money,” she said. Dad looked at Mom for a second. “Do you have savings?” he asked her. “I do,” she said. “And where did that come from?” he asked.
I am about to complete my first week working in my new company amidst the crisis in Bobby’s career. I booked a car service this morning as Bobby can't pick me up. He's been working on many things and meeting with various people. He still checks on me regularly and updates me on the things he does.My team lead introduced himself to me as soon as I settled in.“Good morning, Audrey. I’m Trevor,” a nerdy but cute guy greeted me.I expected him to be nerdy but never cute.“Trevor? Wow, I didn’t expect you…,” I held myself from saying something stupid.He waits for me to complete what I was about to say.“I didn’t expect you to be early,” I said.“I come in early so I can leave early too,” he said.“That makes sense. I don’t want to stay longer in the office too,” I said.“So, have you read all the manuals?” he asked. I couldn’t believe he’d start on job related topics early on.“Honestly, I only browsed most of them,” I said.“That’s fine. You won’t understand them now anyway. Yo
“Master Payment? Your client?” I asked Bobby.He nodded. “My client before, my company now,” he said.I am in total disbelief. In just a matter of days, this company has turned Bobby’s life around.“Is that ethical?” I asked. “I was part of Quim’s company from the start and there was no mention of that condition when I signed up with him. I had my lawyers checked on that to be sure and they gave me a go,” he said.“He probably didn’t think you’d leave him,” I said.“Or he probably thought that I’d be his side kick and support system forever,” he said.“How about the rest of their projects with his company?” I asked.“Everything is pulled out now. Quim was even the one who suggested that. He said, if they couldn’t give them the first project, then might as well pull out the rest,” he said.In my head, I knew Quim did that because of pride. “Were you shocked?” he asked.“I’m glad this week is ending on a good note,” I said.“I couldn’t believe it. I am still reminding myself tod