Chapter 20

"I love Matilda so much. Since high school, she has been my dream," Demi began. "Many are drawn to her because of her beauty, and I was also attracted to her for the same reason.

When we went to college, we attended different schools because she studied in Manila, like you. Despite it being odd, I passed by her house every day just to catch a glimpse of her. Her family is well-off.

She didn't come back for several years, even during Christmas. It turns out, her family goes to Manila. She's their only child.

Our business suddenly collapsed 10 years ago, around the time you left, and my parents got sick. All that's left for me are the lands here.

Then Matilda suddenly came here. She acted differently, but she became even more beautiful. Our paths crossed again, and from our looks, we understood each other.

However, Matilda is extravagant. In the more than five years we've been together, there are many things she desires that I can't provide."

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