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Shadows 85: Along The Highway
Diane’s P.O.V.
“So, where are we going now?” Karen asked me while taking care of her car infotainment system—wiping it with some tissues at her hand.
Ilalagay niya kasi roon ‘yong address na kailangan naming puntahan. Mahirap na, baka kung saan pa kami mapunta at bigla na lang kaming maligaw rito sa Batangas.
“Here,” sagot ko.
Pinakita ko naman sa kanya ang cell phone ko at agad niyang binasa ang address na nakalagay roon, habang nilalagay ‘yon sa touchscreen niyang car monitor. Hindi naman ako mapalagay dahil pagkatapos ng ilang taon ay madadalaw ko na rin ang doktorang naging malapit sa buhay ko noon.
Namamasa rin ang mga kamay ko at bahagya pang nanginginig ang mga ito. Actually, kinakabahan talaga ako and I had to take a deep breath to be comfortable.
Out of all people, I knew that Dra. Ava Manuel was the only person who could
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Shadows of My Dark Past (Book 2) Shadows 87: Karen's Fragility
Diane’s P.O.V.“Best, if you really have to pull-over for us to better talk about it, it’s fine with me. I can wait. Isa pa, hindi naman aalis si Dra. Ava sa bahay niya at makakapaghintay naman siya sa akin,” I told Karen while gently wiping the tears on her right cheek using my handkerchief.Karen just nodded and parked at the right side of the road kung saan walang gaanong tao at mga sasakyan. She then pushed the ‘hazard’ button, alerting those within the perimeter that we were on a hazard—either having a mechanical problem, a flat tire along the way, or whatever they think was wrong with us.In this case, Karen should pacify herself first. She was overwhelmed by too much emotions and it wasn’t good for her. Lalabo lang ang mga mata niya habang nagmamaneho and I couldn’t afford to be in another car accident. That was the last thing I could have ever
Shadows of My Dark Past (Book 2) Shadows 88: Nashville Estates
Diane’s P.O.V.After buying some treats and fruits sa nadaanan naming convenience store, it didn’t take long for Karen and I to finally reach Dra. Ava’s house. But it was an understatement to only describe it as a house. Hindi na pala ‘yon ang dating duplex townhouse ni Dra. Ava and little did I know na mansiyon pala ang aming pupuntahan.It was indeed a celestial and luxury house of about five thousand square feet—built with three stories and it even had what I thought were some attic levels. The exterior alone of modern peach-colored bricks casts a shadow of lavishness and makes a sassy statement in the entire place.The terraces were boldly overlooking and could already satisfy a visitor, who was just eyeing the second and third levels. Sky-rocketing French-designed and prostyle-fiberglass columns were dominatingly crafted at their finest.Fr
Shadows of My Dark Past (Book 2) Shadows 89: Dra. Ava Manuel
Diane’s P.O.V.Glossy white walls surrounded with landscaped paintings, double-floating bridal staircases with exotic brown columns, sophisticated elevators, and high ceilings with cascading chandeliers and remarkable drapes, greeted us from the inside. All furniture varieties were properly placed at its own position creating a minimalistic style.The mansion’s interior bespoke amenities that were even imported from other countries. It was truly breathtaking and I could say that the mansion had more than ten enviable rooms in it, other than the living room space and what I pictured out to be a chef-inspired kitchen.There was still a huge space for decorations, and generally, the overall mansion provided a natural light and ventilation. What we were breathing was indeed fresh air and there was no need for an air-conditioner. Kahit sino naman ay bigla na lang mapapanganga sa l
Shadows of My Dark Past (Book 2) Shadows 90: The Big Reveal
Diane’s P.O.V.“Oh, sorry… M-Mommy A. I honestly forgot but I remember it now,” atubili kong tugon. If my memory was right, I used to call her Mommy A before. The moment I struggled from being a rape victim, I suddenly had two mothers.That time, Dra. Ava was persistent enough at ayaw niya talaga na tinatawag ko siyang Doktora o Dra. Ava. I lived with her for a few months while continuing my psychotherapy sessions at kapag nga may nagtatanong kung bakit ako nakatira sa dating bahay niya, she would often joke around na anak daw niya ako sa pagkadalaga.“Perfect! I could say that you now fully remember me.” Dra. Ava pleasantly released me from her hug and diverted her attention to my best friend.“And also, Karen, right? I’m glad to meet you. Diane has been talking a lot about you over the phone. Please, make yourselves comfortable. You
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Diane’s P.O.V.“I love you and I would never let go of you no matter what. You are my world and I would always fight for your love. I could afford to lose everything if that could mean winning you. If ever there comes a time in our lives that you didn’t want me anymore, I would never stop chasing you even if it means chasing you to the other side of the world.” Pakiramdam ko ay ako na ang pinakamasuwerteng babae sa buong mundo. I couldn’t stop myself from crying, most especially after hearing those words from him while he was kneeling in front of me. He took the box out of his pocket and opened it. Then, I was able to see the sparkling ring. He had loosened his tie as he was sweating profusely.“If it happens that you already had a change of mind… still, I would ne
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Diane’s P.O.V.Hindi ako pwedeng makita ng mga kapatid ko sa ganitong kalagayan kung kaya’t dali-dali akong dumiretso sa loob ng kuwarto ko. Hilam ang mukhang hinubad ko ang punit-punit kong damit at patuloy pa ring umiiyak na naligo sa banyo.Paulit-ulit kong kinuskos ng sabon ang buong katawan ko sa pagpupumilit na matanggal ang bahid ng mga nakadidiring halik at haplos ng taong gumawa sa akin ng kahayupan na iyon. Sa sobrang gigil ko nga ay hindi naiwasang mamula ng balat ko.Hindi na nga nakapag-isip pa nang maayos ang utak ko dahil maski ang shampoo ay natatarantang ibinuhos ko na rin sa katawan ko. Desperado akong tanggalin ang mga pulang marka kahit na alam kong mananatili pa ang mga iyon ng ilang araw sa balat ko.Hindi ko na alam ang gagawin ko hanggang sa tulala akong napaupo sa malamig na tiles
Shadows of My Dark Past (Book 2) Shadows 03: Bits And Pieces
Diane’s P.O.V.“Mrs. Rivera, based on how Diane initially responded to me, it was confirmed. She has *post-traumatic stress disorder now because of what happened to her and that’s the number one reason why she needs to undergo psychological counseling,” Dra. Ava compassionately explained. “PTSD can cause vivid flashbacks and it may feel like the trauma is still happening at the recent time, so I’m hoping for your patience in case Diane will be troubled by her nightmares. She also needs to continue her medical and health treatments until her full recovery. She may feel upset most of the time, and I don’t know when she will recover. It could be soon, but it depends to Diane how she could help herself.”Tiningnan ako ni Dra. Manuel at saka maingat na hinimas ang aking ulo pababa sa dulo ng buhok ko na hanggang
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