Chapter: Chapter 297“Lucas, you should be engaged to Yanna Quija.” My father told me that immediately raised my brow.“Out of the blue?” I asked with my brows furrowed. I don't like the idea.“Yes, we need to strengthen our influence. We need to merge with the Quija group with this arranged marriage. Besides, you and Yanna have known each other for a long time. I think you two will make a nice pair.” He calmly said while looking at me.“But father, the Villamor group can stand on its own even without the help of the Quija’s!” I retorted but my father shook his head.“Stop defying me, Lucas. The profit is enormous. I cannot let it slip in my hands. You're of a marriageable age, you should marry Yanna. End of discussion. I don't want to hear any more of your excuses. You will do this for the sake of our family.” He glared to warn me before leaving the room.I cussed as he left. He didn't even think about what I would feel about this. Always deciding to think only of himself. It's frustrating. If this engag
Last Updated: 2026-09-20
Chapter: Chapter 296The moment the door clicked opened, Anya’s gaze pierced through me. I didn't even have to look up from my laptop screen to know she was already scanning the room, plotting how to turn my quiet room into her personal playground.I kept my eyes fixed on the glowing screen of my laptop, fighting the corners of my mouth that desperately wanted to curve upward. I deliberately kept my reading glasses on just to give myself a thin shield against her ridiculous charm. I need to calm myself. I need to review documents today.“Sir Lucas, magpapatuloy na po ako sa pag-aayos,” she announced, her voice dripping with the most exaggerated formality she could muster.I couldn't help it. I let out a low laugh and glanced over my shoulder at her. “What’s with the formality? Just call me Lucas, Anya. I’ll just finish this report and then I'll hang out with you after.”Even to my own ears, my voice sounded entirely too soft when I spoke to her. I guess she charmed me too much. I watched the way her eyes
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Chapter: Chapter 295We needed cleaners for the Tagaytay mansion, which unexpectedly gave us a chance to share the weekend together.When Anya stepped inside and slid into the seat right beside me, I immediately caught her scent, something sweet and distinct that always manages to throw off my focus. The driver shut the door, and the air inside instantly felt heavier and warmer despite the coldness of the air conditioning. I lowered my phone slowly, turning my head to look at her as I leaned back against the seat.“So, you’re coming after all,” I murmured, keeping my voice low, just enough for the two of us to hear. I watched her closely.“Siyempre naman, Lucas. Mahirap na, baka kasi kapag wala ako roon, mamatay ka sa lungkot. Ako lang naman ang nagbibigay ng kulay pink sa grayscale mong buhay,” she whispered back, her eyes flashing with a playful challenge while she kept her hands neatly to herself.I let out a low chuckle, unable to hide the amusement in my chest. “I thought you said you were innocent,
Last Updated: 2026-09-17
Chapter: Chapter 295I let out a soft sigh, watching Anya step back from our embrace. My chest still felt strangely light, filled with that effortless warmth she always brought into the room. She turned toward the large suitcase resting beside my closet. “O siya, baka ma-stress na naman si Ma’am Cindy kapag hindi pa kita naipag-impake,” she said, her voice laced with that energetic, playful charm I had grown addictively accustomed to. She marched straight into my closet, pushing the double doors open. I watched her pause for a second, her eyes widening as if she had just stepped into a treasure vault. “Are you sure you don’t want to come with me?” I teased, letting my voice drop just to see how she’d react. Predictably, her shoulders tensed, and she turned around with a wide eyed expression. “Naku, Lucas Villamor, huwag mo akong sinusubukan,” she warned, her hands busy pulling tailored polo shirts off their hangers. “Baka kapag sumama ako doon, sa halip na asikasuhin kita, mapagkamalan pa akong nawawa
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Chapter: Chapter 294Slowly, I lowered my head until I could feel the heat of her breath across my lips. Her eyes fluttered shut, fully surrendering to me. Her hands rested firm and warm against my shoulders, and I could practically feel the electricity crackling in the air. Just one more second... one small push, and we’d be completely lost in each other— The sudden, loud knocking on the door stopped us from what we were doing. “Lucas? Are you inside? I know you’re home, I saw your car!” Dammit. Why now? Just as I was about to cross the total paradise, someone had to reach out and yank me right back down to the cold, harsh earth. I froze mid-breath. The intense, consuming heat in my chest instantly gave way to a surge of pure irritation. One second I was completely captivated, and the next, I felt like a short-tempered dragon that had just had its tail stepped on. I could see the sheer disappointment flashing in Anya’s eyes as she gasped, her hands slipping from my shoulders. “Lucas! Open the door!
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Chapter: Chapter 293"We’ll finalize the Singapore branch audit by Thursday morning, Mr. Villamor," my driver slowed as the heavy gates of the estate swung open, revealing the familiar path home."Cancel the morning briefing," I said with my voice low. "Move it to the afternoon. Leave the files in the study.""Understood, sir."As the driver stepped out to open my door, I pulled my smartphone from my pocket. I tapped out a short, precise message before stepping into the mansion.Lucas:I’m entering the driveway. See you in my room, Anya.I unbuttoned my suit jacket as I reached the grand staircase, letting the heavy fabric slide off my shoulders to hang loosely over my forearm. Each step felt like stripping away a layer of armor I hadn’t realized I was wearing. By the time I reached the quiet corridor leading to my private room, I loosened the knot of my tie, undoing the top two buttons of my shirt. A deep breath of relief finally made its way into my chest.I pushed open the door of my bedroom. I was tur
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