The sight of Bobby eating with so much appetite is refreshing. But if my observation was right, he’s in need of something he couldn’t find just anywhere even with the power and money that he has.“Hey, join me. I’m sorry for devouring your food,” he said with a noticeable sad smile on his face.“It's alright. We had heavy snacks this afternoon,” I said.“Do they come here often?” he asked.“Just today. I wanted them to taste my desserts and……,” I said but couldn’t finish.“And then?” he asked.“I am also filming my cooking,” I said shyly.“You’re vlogging,” he said.“I want to try. It’s Trevor’s idea,” I said.“He’s got a great idea,” he said.I regret telling that to him. “You’re surrounded by good people,” he said.I’ve been wanting to ask him why he suddenly arrived but I recalled what my parents said that he’s not required to call in advance to let me know he’s coming. “I missed you. I missed being around you,” he said.He holds my hand while he continues eating. He looks
“Behind every successful man, there is a woman,” Rocio started her introduction.I feel the cringe as many eyes are looking at me like I’m the luckiest girl in the world.“How does it feel to be the wife of the youngest CEO and billionaire in the country? Not to mention – a very charming man?” a guest asked me.I can’t breathe. I don’t know what to say but I know what I want to do and that’s to run away from everyone.My phone has been ringing nonstop. I saw two missed calls prior to the current one.“You’re still awake, aren’t you?” Ally asked on the line.I checked the time. It’s still Saturday night. I fell asleep while uploading my latest videos in my online channel.“What do you want?” I asked.“Congratulations!” she said.“What? No! I’m not getting married yet!” I screamed.The dress that Auntie Blessy bought for me a few months ago is finally out of the closet. It’s simple yet very elegant. I’m still hesitant to wear it to my lunch with Bobby tomorrow.“Are you sure yo
Needless to say that my parents, especially my father, are not happy with my split from Bobby. They’ve been giving me the cold treatment since that night that we broke up. He was my first serious boyfriend that they met and they were really rooting for him. I try to act normal every time I am working from home. I film my videos when they are already in their room. They thought my newfound interest was one of the reasons why I split from Bobby. Until now, they still believe that I still don’t know what I want in life and this cooking and filming interest is just another phase.“I’m glad you agreed to having additional one day working in the office,” Trevor said.“It’s fine. It’s starting to get boring at home. I see many are back to the usual set up,” I said.“Well, hybrid is the best. I won’t last the entire week working here,” he said.I smiled. It’s the first time I heard him say about his dislike about working in the office. “Anyway, your views are getting higher,” he sai
A year after ending an old era in my life and facing challenges in my corporate life while still working on my channel, I feel so tired but my mind refuses to surrender.“You had a delivery,” Mom said while pointing at the white square envelope on the table.I got curious about it but I have a feeling that my parents know or at least have a hint of what it is about.“An invite?” I asked but she ignored me.The invite is for the wedding of Bobby and Rocio. It's no surprise that they would begin liking each other after going through their company’s ordeal but it still surprised me that it has reached this point already.“It’s for Bobby and Rocio’s wedding,” I said to my parents.They look at me without reaction on their faces. They knew it.“I know you won’t attend it,” Bobby said on the other line but he’s not mad.“But you did send an invite anyway,” I said.“That’s my way of telling you,” he said.“I wanted to call you last year when I saw you on the magazine cover but I thought it
My name is Audrey and after savoring seven sweet years in college shifting from one course to another, I am finally a graduate. My family can stop nagging at me for staying in college longer than they thought I should. However, a day after my graduation, they start telling me to review for the licensure examination. My family seems to have a problem relaxing. They always have something to do or work on every single time.“I’ve got so much on my plate. Can you let me breathe for a second?” I told my older sister Ally. “That’s because you haven’t completed enough so you think you still have a lot to do,” she said.“All I want is a break,” I said.“You’re procrastinating. You’re delaying things for what? You better think of what’s best for your life before you realize that your niece is already in college and accomplishing more than you did,” she continued.“I don’t know but I have a feeling that I don’t have to compete and work really hard. I feel that I am destined to meet some
I didn’t expect job hunting to be this difficult in real life. I realized it’s not easy to be noticed. I received invites to become salesperson, which I don’t consider a job. My idea of a job is something that puts me in a 9-5 schedule with desk, computer, and phone, with salary paid twice a month.I feel sad about being unemployed but I still don’t want to start reviewing for the licensure either. All the more I need to get connections. But where do I get them when I can’t even land my first job?My phone rang and it’s probably another invite to attend a seminar. I answered it because I have no one to talk to. I should’ve really stayed in college one more year.“Hello, this is Dorothy from IT&S. We received your resume last month. Can I invite you for an interview tomorrow? I’ll text you the details,” she said.I got the text containing the details of the interview. I am confused because it’s not the address I was expecting.“Are you sure this is the place? It’s a high-end
I look at those warm, loving eyes for God-knows-how long. They’re very mesmerizing. And to have them look back at me is heaven.“Are you sure you’re okay?” Bobby asked. I’m sure, he already asked me more than once before I came to my senses. This trip to Joaquim’s mansion made my mind wander a few times and Bobby witnessed all instances.He turned to the driver. “Jorge, make sure you show me the result of her pre-employment medical exam before you give it to Recruitment. I’m going to work closely with her so I need to know,” he joked. He did that in a way that’s not offensive. Perhaps, I am really crushing on him so I forgave him instantly.“Seriously, how did you find going to our boss’ place and meet him personally?” he asked.“To be honest, I wasn’t prepared meeting someone of that status,” I said.“But he’s so casual, wasn’t he?” he asked referring to Joaquim's get up.“Still, in my mind he’s the boss and that’s his house. It’s a totally brand new experience for a newbie l
I woke up in the middle of my sleep and realized it’s a minute before my clock alarms. This only means that I will go to the office. “I was going to wake you up but I saw that you were awake already. You must be excited to go to work,” my mother said. I don’t feel like putting a happy face when I see those few people in the office except of course for Bobby who is definitely the only one that can make me want to step foot in this place like now. I gave him a wonderful smile when he greeted me. “I was about to call you but you’re here now,” he said. I couldn’t believe he’s waiting for me. “Let’s go inside,” he said while leading me to the conference room. I couldn’t remember being invited to a meeting today. My curiosity was answered when I saw this figure I never expected here. “Hello, Audrey,” Quim greeted me. Quim looks different in his corporate attire. Although Bobby still looks better than him, I must admit that he carries his outfit well. “We received a short n