ANMELDENDWAYNE P.O.V I had no intention of going home early, but then my mother called me suddenly. "Son, can you come home early? We have a visitor." I could clearly hear the excitement in her voice. "Is this person important? I am busy." I replied irritably. My gaze drifted to Allison’s desk. She was looking at me too, so I gave her a smile, but she quickly looked away. "Yes son, it is someone very important. Cassy is on her way to our house. She wants to visit us." My jaw tightened the moment I heard that name. I never wanted to hear that name again. "And you agreed to this, Mom? I told you I do not want to speak to her or even see her. I will only be wasting my time on that shameless woman." I lowered my voice just enough so Allison would not hear what I said. "But your father invited her. Besides, you two have history together. I know you are still friends. Please do this. We will wait for you. This is your father’s order. There is nothing we can do. I will hang up now, son.
ALLISON P.O.VThe whole day passed by quickly. It was a good thing my boss left early because he said there was an emergency at his place. I did not ask for the exact reason because I am not one to gossip.I walked to the parking lot to get my car when a fair-skinned woman blocked my path. She had long hair and wore very thick makeup."So! Are you Ms. Del Fierro? The new personal assistant of Dwayne?"Wow! She calls my boss by his first name. That is just great."Yes, that is right. Why? Do you have something to say or a concern to raise?" I answered in a firm tone, but she simply raised an eyebrow at me."Stay away from Dwayne. He belongs to me," she said in a proud and annoying manner. I let out a short laugh."Why? Is something funny to you?" she asked angrily while staring at me with wide eyes."Not at all, Ma'am. First of all, I am here to work and not to chase after Sir Dwayne. Do not get so agitated so you do not lose your composure." I replied with a roll of my eyes while sear
ALLISON'S P.O.V.The fear, anxiety, and countless thoughts racing through my mind vanished the moment our skin touched. A strange current shot through my entire body, leaving me completely breathless. I couldn't explain the overwhelming feeling that washed over me when our lips met. Every gentle caress of his hands across my body sent shivers down my spine, making my heart pound even faster.He still hadn't let go of my lips. His hand slowly slipped beneath my blouse, gently tracing my waist as he deepened the kiss.A soft gasp escaped my lips, surprising even me. The unfamiliar sensation made it impossible to think straight, and before I knew it, I was kissing him back just as passionately.Just as everything around us seemed to disappear...**Knock. Knock.** I immediately pulled away and gently pushed him back before hurriedly fixing my clothes."What the fuck?" he growled in frustration, clearly annoyed by the interruption.I couldn't help but let out a small laugh.He looked at
GREG P.O.V. I honestly couldn't understand what was going on inside my cousin's head. Why would he waste his time on the woman who punched me? He even bought her a pair of sandals as a gift, as if he had somehow predicted that the heel of her shoes would break in the hallway today. What's even stranger is that he's been smiling nonstop since yesterday. It feels so unlike him. "Do you like that girl?" I asked while watching the CCTV monitor. We were both keeping an eye on her every move. "Kind of.""You're weird. You just need someone to knock some sense into you," I laughed."Gregorio! Watch your mouth, man. Don't compare me to yourself. You're still getting treated for an STD because you can't stay away from prostitutes.""Hahaha... Come on, that's harsh. As if you're any better," I replied with a laugh, but he shot me a cold glare."Fine. At least I'm not the one sleeping around. Unlike you, I've only ever wanted one woman—the one I still haven't found."He once told me about a w
ALLISON'S P.O.V.The first rays of sunlight had barely peeked through the curtains when I quietly slipped out of bed. Beside me, my little prince was still sleeping peacefully, his tiny chest rising and falling with every soft breath. A smile tugged at my lips as I gently lowered the temperature of the air conditioner. I didn't want him getting too cold. Leaning down, I brushed a kiss against his forehead before carefully stepping away from the bed, making sure not to wake him.Just as I reached the bedroom door— RING! RING! RING!My phone blared so loudly that my heart nearly leaped out of my chest."Oh no..."I immediately grabbed it and turned the volume down. Drake stirred for a moment, making me freeze in place, but after a few seconds, he settled back into a peaceful sleep. I let out a relieved sigh. The screen displayed an unfamiliar number.UNKNOWN CALLER +639XXXXXXXXXCurious, I quietly stepped outside the room before answering."Hello? Who's this?" I asked politely.A
ALLISON'S P.O.V."Still no luck finding a job, Allison? How are you planning to provide for your son?"There it was again.My mother's daily lecture.I sighed and slumped against the couch."I'm trying, Mom. I really am. It's just... no one wants to hire me."It wasn't as though I lacked qualifications. I had the experience, the confidence, and I knew I could do the work.The problem?I couldn't tolerate difficult people.I'd been hired by several companies before, but I never stayed long—not because of the salary, but because of arrogant bosses and toxic coworkers. The moment someone crossed the line, I'd answer back without hesitation."You'll never keep a job if you keep acting like you're the CEO," Mom scolded, crossing her arms.She wasn't entirely wrong.My temper has always been my biggest weakness.If someone picked a fight with me, I fought back twice as hard. I hated being treated unfairly, and I refused to let anyone walk all over me."Remember when you fired one of your co







