CHAPTER 78—A serious conversation

“Let’s put the past behind us, Faye. Allow ourselves to begin a second time. I’d be willing to be your man over and over. I can no longer stand to watch your predicament. You’ve always harbored dreams of living a happy life, and I remember that you wanted me to fulfill those dreams for you. I’m ready to help you reach what you desire. I’ll ensure a happy life for you and your entire family,” wika niya habang hinahawakan ang mga kamay ko.

“Pero hindi pera ang habol ko ha?” Pagkaklaro ko at pinunasan ang namamasang pisngi ko. “Never kong inisip ang pera habang kasama ka. Never akong naging matakaw sa pera. Ikaw lang talaga ang gusto ko kaya tinanggap ko ‘yung trabaho.”

“I didn’t say that. Kahit hindi mo na hilingin, ibibigay ko lahat ng gusto mo. If you marry me, lahat ng pag-aari ko mapupunta sa ‘yo at ipapamana lahat ‘yon sa mga magiging anak natin. I can give you the lovely mansion you’ve always wanted to atone for all of my transgressions and faults.”

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