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CHAPTER 82
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Daniella had no idea what was going on but Paloma being the head of their family issued an order that they should dress appropriately for dinner and she just shrugged off her shoulders noting that another visit would be coming to join the. She was not in the mood for a family gathering of any kind, but she couldn’t say no to Paloma. When Paloma personally informed her about the dress code, she knew that what was going to happen later was important for her stepmother. In front of her vanity mirror, she took extra caution in applying her make-up, especially when she was doing her eyes. She didn’t want the liquid eyeliner to smudge because if that would happen, she would have to redo her make-up and it would take her a long time. It was not an everyday routine for Daniella to put on some make-up but if she feel like going bold or dramatic, she knew how to achieve it. In high school, she used to be interested in make-up that her vanity table was full of assorted make-up for any e
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Marcus was frustrated that the misunderstanding between him and Daniella had become a family affair and he was furious at his father for believing the worst in him! Before the situation could worsen, he dialed Samuel’s phone number to seek some advice. He waited for Samuel to pick up his phone but it was Jessica’s voice he heard as soon as the call was connected. “Hello, Jess. Is Samuel there?” He asked. “Hi Marcus, it’s been a while. My husband is still in the shower, would you like to leave a message or should I ask him to return your call?” Jessica suggested. “Hmmm, just tell him to call me back once he’s free to do so. Thank you, Jess.” He let Samuel’s wife disconnect their call first because he believed that it was rude if he would just press the end button after he was informed that Samuel was still occupied. While waiting for Samuel’s call, Marcus paced back and forth inside the room. He was worried that Daniella wouldn’t be able to calm down and continued to
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Daniella regretted her decision to wait until morning before she would compromise and talk with Marcus. If only she wasn’t hesitant with her decision right after she and Lilian finished their conversation at the swing. If only she wasn’t puffed with pride, she would still be able to see him. There were several what if’s running through her head and if she wouldn’t let go of her feelings, she felt like she would explode at any minute. However…it was easier said than done! A heart-clenching sob could be heard throughout the hall as Daniella lost her cool and squatted on the floor while she released the pain and sadness after she found out that Marcus was no longer in the guest room. His luggage was missing too and it could only mean one thing – he was gone! “Ella, what’s wrong?” Lilian was cozy with Alexander in the living room when they heard Daniella’s cry from the second floor. She immediately ran towards the stairs, and she found Daniella on the floor in front of the gues
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After breakfast, Daniella packed a few sets of clothes that she could take in her adventure to bring back Marcus. She took several deep breaths to calm down her nerves because to be honest, she felt nervous even if she was still at home. She already instructed Patty to watch out for AJ, and Lilian to supervise everything while she was gone for a few days. It was ten on her wristwatch when she started the engine of her car then she was off to go. Behind the wheel, she drove carefully because she didn’t want to rush her arrival especially when she needed more time to think about things that she should tell Marcus. It took her six hours to reach the entrance of Hacienda Velasquez. For a while, she parked her car on the side because she was scared. What if he would find him with Alicia on the farm? However, there’s no assurance yet that Marcus was really on the farm, and it was just her first stop in searching for him. Daniella was hopeful that Marcus was staying with the Velasq
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Both Samuel and Marcus were worried when the women were no longer in the living room and all they could find were the empty pink cups and what remained on the chocolate cake slices. Samuel called one of their household help to clean the center table. “Where do you think did they go?” Marcus asked in a bit. “I’m not sure. Who knows what is on Jessica’s mind?” Samuel said because he knew that Jessica instantly liked Daniella’s spunk like she saw the younger version of herself. His wife used to be a brat, a terrible one, and she had never changed over the years.She was still the same Jessica who loved him so much, and the same Jessica who was still into Korean dramas. The brat even changed the shape of her eyebrows to copy the brows of several Korean actresses whom she idolized. If only he could say no to her sometimes, however, he wanted to make her happy, and seeing her smile every time she would get what she wanted was enough for Samuel. “After all these years, your lo
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Daniella slobbered on the baked pork ribs with a sweet and tangy piquet sauce but she had to eat the watermelon salad first. The combination of watermelon cubes, crisp lettuce, mango strips, and nuts in sesame dressing was a must-try. She scooped enough of the salad and put it on Marcus’ plate and said, “Try this, it’s healthy.” Marcus looked at Daniella disdainfully after she forced him to eat the green leaves and some sliced fruits when he was starving for rice and meat. He glanced at Samuel and there were greens on his plate too, courtesy of Jessica. Samuel nodded and gestured for him to try the salad. His nostrils flares as he tried a bite. It was refreshing and delicious but he wanted something heavy for dinners such as rice or baked pork ribs. “Hmmm this one is good,” he complimented the salad, and then he regretted doing so afterward because Daniella scooped another substantial amount and put it on his plate. It didn’t escape from Samuel’s observant eyes how Marcus d
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Marcus had no choice but to go to the kitchen to get something for Daniella and he wasn’t surprised to see Samuel there, pouring hot water, into a cup of shin ramyun. “Is that for your wife?” he asked. “Obviously. God, after all these years, I’m still not used to seeing her with eyebags every morning whenever she would binge on Korean drama,” Samuel complained about Jessica’s dark circles around the eyes and that she looked like a Panda in her pajamas. “What’s happening to us, Sam?” Marcus wondered how they got entangled with spoiled women who were into Korean dramas. “Sooner or later, you will get used to it, buddy. Daniella has just started, so at least you already have an idea of what to expect later on. “By the way, I was surprised when you returned the fifty million to my bank account. Why? You won the money, buddy!” Samuel recalled how surprised he was when he checked his bank account and there was a bank transfer from Marcus Madrigal. The amount was equivalent to t
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Marcus believed that if he would accept Daniella’s term, he would have a reason to contact her while their relationship was still on hiatus. Did she really think that he would give up? Hah! Giving up was not in his dictionary. Carefully, he had to plan his comeback, or else he would forever lose his chance to be with his family again! The very same day after they argued in the kitchen, Daniella went home much to Jessica’s disapproval and Samuel’s wife gave him a condescending look all day that he decided to return to his apartment to avoid Jessica’s wrath. Samuel agreed and said that he would visit from time to time to discuss their plan for Troy Ramirez. As Ortega was busy with his wedding plans, they couldn’t be asked the newly engaged man to get involved in their operation. He and Samuel could do the job just fine, Afterall, Troy was also a businessman. In the following days, Marcus spent his time reading and gathering information about Troy Ramirez. He needed to know every
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