"Are you alright?" Mateo asked Isabella, she's just done dressing herself up after what happened at the pool. Nerissa is still inside their room who's still furious because of her ruined plan to get Mateo's attention, but it's of course unbeknownst to Isabella."Yes, I'm fine now, Mateo." After sometime, Mateo's mother rushed towards them. "My gosh, Isabella dear, Mateo told me what happened. Are you and Nerissa's fine? Mateo also told me that you doesn't want to go at the hospital too to ensure that everything's well." Isabella nodded in agreement. "Thank you for your concerned Aunt Cynthia. But me and Nerissa is really fine. We are thankful that Mateo came in time and save us." Ms. Cynthia nodded in understanding, then she looked around seems finding someone. "Where's Nerissa?" she asked. "She's still in our ro fixing herself, Aunt." Mateo's mother sighed, her brows wrinkled slightly."Why did she even go near the pool if she doesn't know how to swim? Look what happened, you almo

Mateo quickly put her arm around her shoulder and hold her tightly, trying to calm her down. "Isabella, calm down. Try not to breathe so shallowly. Try to concentrate on my voice. Deep breaths. Just follow my instructions. Slowly." She nods her head slightly. She's starting to focus and slow her breathing to match his pace. Isabella tried her best to control her breathing and calm down. The flickering of lights then stopped as the light above the elevator's door started shining bright again. "Thank goodness," Mateo sighed relieved. His eyes never leaving Isabella. "Are you alright now?" he questioned worriedly looking at her."Y - yeah... Yeah, I'm fine... I just thought that we are going to die. I mean, it's my first time being in this situation, s-so I panicked..." Isabella said, and her eyes landed on Mateo's arms that's still wrapped around her waist protectively. And there she realized how close they are. A blush appears on Isabella's cheeks as she averted her gaze from Mat

Nerissa can't looked outside the window. It feels so good to be in one of the Villanueva's car, she really feels like she's leaving the life she wants. "Mm, Aunt Cynthia... Does Mateo's father is also handsome like him?" She now turned to face the woman who's sitting beside her. "Well, yes! Antonio, his father was very handsome. He's an amazing man too. Like Mateo, he has a good heart and he works hard to help others around." Cynthia answered her sweetly. She's thinking about how much time they used to spend together during their youth. "You are blushing, Aunt!" Nerissa giggles. "Mm, it's just feel so good to be in love with the right person dear." "You are still young, Aunt. Then why don't you find new man to marry and be your husband? Besides, you are rich! I am sure you know more wealth men. You can find someone new with them being poor won't be an issue." Ms. Cynthia looked at Nerissa, she doesn't like her mindset. "Dear, it's not all about money. I didn't marry Antonio just

Mateo hurriedly made her way back to his office where Isabella is, a tray with two steaming cups of coffee in her hands. The day had been filled with back-to-back meetings and pressing deadlines, but he still wants to give time for his happiness.Isabella who's ensuring that Mateo's schedules are well coordinated and organized. Mateo entered the office, finding Isabella engrossed in some papers. With a warm smile, he placed one cup of coffee on his desk."Hmm, I am thinking now who's acting more like a CEO here," he chuckled. Isabella glanced at him, and stopped from what she's doing. "Here you go, Isabella. A much-needed break and a cup of energy." Isabella accepted the coffee, as Mateo sat down on the chair in front of her table. "Thank you, Mateo. I just really want to ensure that I am doing my work well. I don't want to disappoint you." He chuckled and took a sip of the coffee, enjoying the bitter taste of espresso mixed with chocolate. "You don't need to worry about it, you a

"Are you even sure about this, Isabella?" Nerissa looked at Isabella, who's already done preparing. Today, Mateo's mother asked her son to give her a short break from work, so she can accompany her on doing some shopping for the special dinner later with Ms. Linda and his son Nicholas. "Yes, Nerissa. I will get a way later so I can help you buy something for Aunt Cynthia as a peace offering.""I know that the roses you'd ruined are really priceless and important for her, but Aunt Cynthia has a good heart, I am sure that she can forgive you, especially after you've given her a gift," Isabella said encouragingly. For Nerissa it's already a waste of time proving herself to Mateo's mother, because Mateo and Isabella's already dating. She's just too lazy now to do any effort to make Mateo's mother like her, but she doesn't have a choice but to still fake her kindness because she's still living under Villanueva's. "Fine, I'll just change my clothes." Nerissa walked towards the closet, th