C30Heart stared at the text message she received. She had been looking at it for a while, trying to absorb the content. It was a simple message, but she found it challenging to process the details. Was it the details or her decision that was causing the delay in her thoughts?She was inside Lush’s room because the child fell asleep due to exhaustion and excitement about their upcoming baby. Heart sat on the sofa, absorbed in a video call with Lexi. She was happy to see her whole family gathered for a meal, probably coming from church.Her siblings were helping with the preparations, and it brought joy to her. Despite their improved circumstances, her siblings remained hardworking. Perhaps, she instilled in them the value of diligence even with some financial comfort.“Baby,” Lux called, drawing her attention away from the phone.He glanced at her smartphone and then returned his gaze to her face. “What’s that, baby? Are you watching vlogs and gossip?” he asked in a sweet tone, but sh

C32He was observing the small two-story building intently upon exiting his vehicle. It was quite good. Was that what Silvana referred to as her office? There was no visible sign, just a direction that he must descend at an apple green building. He continued gazing until the door opened, revealing the woman.“That’s it. Come in,” she said. There were construction activities around the commercial building, but he proceeded to the door. He suspected Silvana’s business was not the only reason for this meeting; his intuition rarely failed him.Regarding Delight, his emotions were unclear. At times, he felt he might be the father, while at other times, uncertainty prevailed. Various reasons occupied his thoughts, and he had investigators that were investigating Silvana’s life since left his restaurant years ago.“Come in,” the woman formally invited, and he entered silently. All he saw were tables, prompting thoughts of a possible Macho Restaurant. Silvana guided him toward a small path.

C34Vandros looked at Lux as they were left alone at the table. Their friends had already left, and it was just the two of them, drinking beer.Lux struggled with just one bottle. He hadn’t been drinking much since the night he almost collided, and ended up going home to his condo. That was back when Heart wasn’t officially his girlfriend yet.“How are you, bro?” Vandros asked, running his hand over his pants while leaning on the chair.“Still bothered,” Lux replied, discreetly looking around. He wasn’t sure if someone might be eavesdropping on them, spying on their misfortune. He still didn’t know who their real enemy was.“Do you believe Ella is clueless about my past dealings with women? I’m starting to wonder because she insists. You said she was forcing you to give an extra job.”“That’s right. I’m starting to wonder, too. I’ve already included her in my watch list. She’s not effective with me. She can’t make a move without me noticing. She’s on the list anyway. Sooner or later,

C36HEART opened the door for Lux and saw him shrug off his coat as he entered. He’s here after thirty minutes of staying at the hospital. Finally, her anxiety eased whenever he drives on the road.She tiptoed, kissed him, but he tightly wrapped his arms around her waist, deepening the kiss. Laughing, she held his nape and responded wholeheartedly.“I miss you,” Lux said, kissing her lips.“I miss you, too,” she replied, faced him with a smile. He took off his jacket, saying, “You seem sad.”Looking up, she noticed he didn’t avoid her gaze. “You would not dare believe what I found out,” he said, putting his arm around her shoulder.Heading to the kitchen, he went straight to washing his hands. “I cooked for the staff since I came home early. Didn’t feel like staying in the restaurant, so I made kare-kare. I also delivered it to them for dinner.”“Now, I’m hungry because of your kare-kare,” he said, looking at her. She just smiled, preparing the food after hanging Lux’s coat briefl

C38“He did his best to hide that odd feeling which enveloped him after witnessing that. It’s like being in a thriller movie with the dual personalities of Silvana Jones. He approached Delight, who was seated and seemed ready to leave the hospital. The child looked excited, promising to go out and play.Lux could see that the kid is much better now, smiling and not as pale as before. Despite Delight’s young age, he had already experienced some painful things. It’s pitiful; this child shouldn’t witness things like what he heard in the bathroom. What surprises him is Delight’s claim that his Mommy was angry at a man and a woman. It might grow up with a troubled mind, unfortunate. It should be in a proper environment. Damn.He feels like crying more for Delight’s situation than his own. Lush is raised by him and Heart in a world meant for enjoying childhood, being happy and productive. However, what awaits Delight’s future with a mentally unstable mother, especially when she loses her te