Lauren took a deep breath as Kiel's car pulled over infront of a big building where the anniversary of SSL is going to take place. It wasn't her first time to be in a middle of a big crowd. But still, she can't help the nerves from overwhelming her. It had just been a week since the scandal. Given a choice, she would have withdrawn her public presence for a while and probably live under a rock. Pero tama si Kiel, she had a role to play-- one thing she was paid for, thanks to her greedy aunt.And now, she doesn't have a choice. She needs to be with Kiel tonight and play the part well as his wife.Her and Kiel's bodyguards opened the car's doors for them. As soon as they were out of the car, flashes of camera instantly surrounded them. Maya-maya pa, mabilis siyang tinabihan ni Kiel. His hand quickly circled on her waist as he gently pulled her flushed to him before planting a soft kiss on her forehead."Remember what we talked about. Don't say anything ," bulong nito bago siya binitiwan
"What are you doing here?" malamig na tanong ni Lauren sa bisitaSteffie just continued with her fake smile and continued walking towards her, a few steps closer.Pumalatak ito. "Not even a welcome smile,Lauren? Is that the proper way to greet your friend?""You're not my friend anymore, whore!" "Whore?" Steffie chuckled. "Baka nakakalimutan mo kung sino sa ating dalawa ang nasa gitna ngayon ng iskandalo, Lauren . Isa pa, ganyan mo ba talaga tratuhin ang bisita ng asawa mo?" anito, she uttered the last two words in a mocking tone.She gritted her teeth. Memories of that night that change her life surfaced in her mind-- their words, their deeds, and their betrayal. She cannot believe this woman in front of her, whom she had shared some of her secrets with, is the same woman whom her boyfriend had cheater her with.How did she not see beyond that fake smile?"Jerome is not invited. As far as I know, you're not invited either," she declared between gritted teeth.Steffie chuckled. "Wow,
Hindi umimik si Lauren. She just planned to ignore Tyler for his arrogance was beginning to irk her. She stepped aside and tried to walk away once again subalit hinagip nito ang isang braso niya, pulling her a little bit closer to him. That's when she had a whiff of his alcohol-tinged breath. "Why are you in a hurry? We haven't danced yet." She released a harsh breath, the guy is really pushing her to the edge. "I'm sorry but I don't want to dance with you. Now please, let go of me," aniya, pigil ang emosyon."Oh, c'mon, Lauren. I know you want to dance with me too," sagot nito, lalong lumawak ang ngisi. Tuluyan nang sumulak ang gigil niya sa lalaki. She forcefully yanked her arm from his hold. She was about to open her mouth to give the arrogant man a tongue-lashing when suddenly, Kiel walked over between them. "Stay away from my wife, Tyler. That's my first and final warning to you," pahayag nito, bago bumaling sa kanya. His eyes displayed the same fury she had seen earlier that
Malawak ang ngiti ni Steffie habang naglalakad siya sa hallway patungo sa kanyang condo unit na malapit sa NTS. She just got off from covering SSL's anniversary party, a thing which will surely earn her job back at NTS.Yes, she was fired. And yes, Jerome dumped her as soon as he learned about the little stunt she did to taint the prim and proper Lauren Ortega. Lauren. She almost gagged even just recalling the bitch's name. Simula nang sumikat ito at maging mainstay actress ng NTS, lagi na lang nasa babae ang limelight ng kumpanya at bigla siyang naitsapwera. She used to be the gem of NTS. Ever since she gained international recognition for her essays and editorial opinions published by a magazine abroad, she was immediately scouted by NTS to host their top rating morning show. People used to call her young, pretty, and smart-- a full package for a woman worthy of fame and recognition. With that she rose to fame and had since been a household name. And she did enjoyed the privileges
"Watch out, Kiel!" sigaw ni Lauren nang muntik na nilang mahagip ang sasakyang nasa kanilang unahan nang mag-overtake dito si Kiel.Hindi umimik si Kiel, lalo lang binilisan ang pagpapatakbo.Kiel was driving like a madman for a while now. And she still doesn't know why except for the fact that they need to be at his house before his mother does. Kaya naman naroon lang siya sa passengers seat, tensiyonado habang nagdarasal that the car would reach his house in one piece.Tumunog ang cellphone nito. He cussed and quickly reached for his earpiece, answering the call with so much urgency."Josh. Oo, malapit na kami. I don't know 15 minutes, tops. What? Then fcking stall! You owe me, Josh! I have saved your damn ass a dozen times from Mom too! Dammit!" ani Kiel, marahas na kinalas ang earpiece nito, lumiko sa isang intersection. "We're taking a shortcut. Hold on tight," dugtong pa nito. Alanganin siyang tumango. She closed her eyes and did as she was told. She cannot watch him drive fas
"Right. I want answers by the end of the day," ani Aaron bago tuluyang tinapos ang tawag. Kiel's eldest brother faced them, releasing a slow breath."What are our options?" it was Madam Liza. The old woman was sitting on the sofa beside her inside the library. They were having a 'family meeting' there about yet another 'scandalous' article written about her and Kiel. Aaron huffed. "Our legal team is now on the move. Our options, legally, we can chase each and every news firm which caught up the news about Kiel and Lauren's apparent "falling out" just days after they got married. It's tidious but possible. Or we can just ignoe the rumors and just on with our lives.""No! That's preposterous, Aaron Miguel! You're a lawyer yourself. You should stand up for people facing injustice. Moreso if it is your brother and sister-in-law!" tutol agad ni Madam Liza, bumaling sa kanya. "We will get to the bottom of this, Lauren. I won't stop until that anonymous writer who has written false reports
"Thank you," ani Lauren nang iabot nito sa kanya ang goblet ng wine. Sandaling namayani ang katahimikan bago, "I'm sorry for being an ass too. I shouldn't have put all the blame on you. I'm just..." He just huffed and took a swig of his beer. "Mom took over Ace Logistics. She said it will remain that way until she had not seen me try for this marriage to work."Napakurap siya. No wonder he's always on edge."I'm so sorry, Kiel. I dragged you into this mess--""No. It's not your fault I-I'm a little... lost."Lost. The way he said the word tugged something inside her heart. Was it pity? Compassion? Or something else?She wanted to tell him that she felt lost too. Even before the scandal broke, she felt uncertain about her future. But she chose to remain silent. She had learned from their previous interactions that they are not good in talking. So in order for that conversation to work, they must take turns talking and listening. "I need your help to get back my full control over my c
"Cut!" sigaw ni Direk Noel, ang direktor sa teleserye ni Lauren. Kasunod niyon ang palakpakan mula sa crew ng teleserye. Agad na nagpunas ng luha si Lauren, nginitian ang mga katrabaho, bago hinanap agad sa kumpol ng mga tao si Micha. Ito na ang kusang lumapit sa kanya at binigyan siya ng tissue."That was a great take, Lauren. I'll surely miss working with you," ani James Santander, ang bidang lalaki sa teleserye, na siyang huli niyang kaeksena. Today is her last taping day. "Hindi na ba talaga magbabago ang isip mo? You know we can always make adjustments sa script."Pilit siyang ngumiti."Thank you, James. I will miss working with you and the rest of the team too but I've already made up my mind. It's better to leave when everything is still fine," propesyunal niyang sagot."I understand," anang lalaki, kaswal pa siyang niyakap. Gumanti rin siya ng yakap. "Goodluck, Lauren," sabi pa nito, humalik sa kanyang pisngi.Halos isang taon rin niyang nakatrabaho ito at iba pang mga taong n