Annika's mother is reading the newspaper at home in Manila in the meantime. She enjoys keeping up with business news updates because it's the only way she can find out how her first love is doing right now. When Carmen flips through the book's pages, she notices a large photograph of Mr. Phillip Rocha, who is once again highlighted as Man of the Year for having assisted other deserving Filipinos in finding employment on the ship. He has improved the lives of numerous families. Phil, as she used to call him, is a philanthropist who hails from a wealthy family and a life of luxury. He has donated a lot of money to charity and will keep doing so until nowadays.Since she currently only has memories of Phil and their times together, she is constantly brought back to the most memorable—and painful—event of her life whenever she sees Phil in the newspaper.One of the richest families in Manila, the Rocha family originated in Spain before emigrating to the Philippines and founding PR Shippin
There is something about Carmen that draws young Phillip Rocha's interest; perhaps it's the fact that she isn't scared to speak to him. Perhaps it's because she is so stunning, or perhaps it's because he feels bad for her. After all, she is their maid.While in his classroom, Phillip is not even paying attention to his professor. He can't wait to get home so that he may try to talk to her and get to know her. He was discovered by his lecturer simply staring out the classroom window at the sky, showing little interest in his subject. And Phillip hasn't behaved this way in days.When the bell rang, he was the first student to leave the classroom and head directly for the university's drop-off and pick-up area. Lando, the driver, observed him grinning and gazing out the window. He has never before noticed him smiling. Lando said to little Phillip, "You look cheerful today; it seems like you are thrilled to come home early now, just like before, when you didn't want to go home straight aw
Phillip welcomed Carmen to spend a nice afternoon in the mansion, "Hi, Carmen, do you want to go for a walk in the garden?" Carmen replied, "Yes, sir, I can do that; let me just grab you some water to bring." Philip informed her, "No need to, Carmen; I simply want to tell you something.""It's unpleasant to hear you call me sir or master when we are alone", Phil said as the two were strolling. "Phil is okay," Carmen responded. "But it would be inappropriate, master." Just try it, Carmen, and say hello to Phil, Phil orders. Hello Phil!" exclaims Carmen.Phil grins, "See, I told you it was better to hear you call me by my given name." Carmen just went through with it and called him by name. Phil asked, "Carmen, may I ask you a personal question?" How come you are working and not in school, I mean college? "Yes, Phil, what is it?" I guess my parents cannot afford to send me to college, so I finished cosmetology and tailoring after high school. "I worked here at your home for a long becau
Phil was talking to Carmen, "I adore this seat where we usually meet up, and I love this Molave tree. It offers us shade, and it is just great to hear the birds chirping while sitting here with you. "We should carve our names on the trunk of the tree." He added, "Oh no, you cannot do that master?" Carmen stopped Phil.Phil argued with Carmen, saying, "Why not? I like you and I want our name carved on this tree because this is where we always meet and this bench is where we always talk." When Carmen heard from Phil that he liked her, her heart briefly stopped since she knows that they cannot be together because she is only a servant in their home.Carmen tells Phil, "You cannot like me; I am only a servant here; I am here to work and to serve you; to clean your house; to clean the dishes, and to tidy the plants in this lovely garden; that is my job here; not to be with you." Carmen continued, "And I don't think your parents will ever like me. She continued, "And the maids are starting
Early in the morning while young Phil is having breakfast, he observed that Carmen is not present with the maids that are serving him. He just continues with his food. He wants to see Carmen every morning before he leaves for his university. He muses, "I'll see her this afternoon. Maybe she's been given a different task for this morning."After that, he goes about his day attempting to do well in school and showing off to everyone around him how motivated he is by having Carmen about him. He never missed a day of school, was consistently punctual, and met all project deadlines. He only wants to do right by Carmen.There was still no sign of Carmen with all the staff who typically greeted him every time he got home when he returned from his studies and as his car drew up to their house.Miles walked right to the office of the house manager and said, "Where is Carmen? I last saw her in the afternoon yesterday. Phil says with a worried tone. "Phil, I send her to the Ayala Mansion. She w
After ten years of residing in Madrid, Spain, to finish her education, Cecilia has finally been back in Manila. A lavish welcoming celebration was organized for her by her parents Don Francisco and Doña Susana de Ayala. They are very good friends and business partners with the Rocha family. Their enterprises involve constructing builders and real estate, Cecilia is their only childDue to their riches and connections, the aristocratic family attended the party and chose those who had the most clout and influence in society. There are several influential politicians, expatriates, diplomats, and well-known celebrities.The welcoming celebration was held in the garden beside the pool, where every tree is lit up at night and looks just lovely. Everything is set up with opulence, including gorgeous floral arrangements and table arrangements. Additionally, one of the five-star hotels with a well-known international chef provided catering for the event. The de Ayala family believes that firs
You can tell how independent Cecilia is becoming as she exits her Lamborghini car without a driver because she was raised abroad. She is wearing a pair of black pants, a white long-sleeve blouse with puffy sleeves and frills on its neck, a watch, and heels with plenty of stones. She is also accessorizing with pricey matching jewelry. Her shoulder-length hair makes her seem stunning.All of the Rocha family's maids greeted her and informed her that she would be joining them for supper. She couldn't wait to spend time with Phil and join them for dinner. She was aware that throughout dinner, Phil and she would be able to get to know one another better.Don Pablo and Juana invited Cecilia into their residence. They were overjoyed to see how intelligent and lovely Cecilia had become. They believe Cecilia is the ideal partner for their son Phillip, and they will stop at nothing to see that happen.Cecilia welcomed the couple, saying, "Good evening Mr. and Mrs. Rocha, what a magnificent home
After dropping Cecilia off at her house, Phil immediately goes to the mansion to search for Carmen because it is already late. He attempted to knock on the door of the maid's quarters in a different building to see if anybody would answer, but no one does. He is irritated because he couldn't find Carmen so they can converse. He feels compelled to defend himself.He noticed a person seated on their preferred bench beneath the Molave tree as he was making his approach to the mansion. The garden was really chilly outside. It was Carmen, who was glumly gazing off into the distance and seemed to be deep in thought. Phil just took a position far behind her so he could observe her. He then observed Carmen burying her face in her hands as she began to cry.At that moment, he approached her and asked, "What are you doing here? When Carmen heard Phil's voice, she stopped sobbing. Phil is aware of her whereabouts. When she turned around, she noticed Phil standing behind the bench and glaring at