We're happy for you, Mia," Rosanna said joyfully after she informed them about her upcoming wedding to Erik."I'm sorry if I only told you now. We've been busy taking care of the preparations, so I only had the chance to visit you today," she added.Just then, Dahlia entered Rosanna's office and placed three glasses of cold orange juice on the table. She tightly hugged Mia while smiling."It feels like just yesterday when you first applied here to help your mother get medical treatment. And now, here you are getting married. We're happy that someone like Erik will be with you for a lifetime, Mia," Dahlia's tone clearly showed her happiness for Mia.Upon hearing Dahlia's words, Mia's memories quickly flashed back to the hardships she went through after Erik migrated to Canada with his parents.*****TEN YEARS BEFORE"What are you saying that you won't go to school anymore, Mia?" Despite the obvious difficulty in speaking, Mia's mother, Rosita, insisted on saying that. It further weigh
"Is that the only reason why you came here? Because you want to plead with us, your father and me, to accept your marriage to that woman tomorrow?" Bitterness and coldness filled every word Aurora uttered. They were facing each other in the living room of their house. The house that she knew would soon be lost to them. Because of her mother's decision to sell it. "My decision is final. And I believe it would be better if you just accept my choice, Mama," he said in a low voice. If only Aurora knew how much pain all of this caused him. That their current situation deprived him of peaceful sleep at night. But he couldn't say that here. Because he had a feeling that if he did, it would only strengthen her resolve to oppose his love for Mia even more. "And have you completely forgotten about us, who raised you since childhood? Is that it?" Deep resentment was evident in Aurora's voice. "Perhaps you've forgotten that we are your parents, and if it weren't for us, you wouldn't even be
Bernie has been waiting outside Pegasus Bar since he saw Mia enter earlier. He knows she will come out any moment now, and that's what he's been waiting for. He wants to talk to her again."I still can't accept that Erik defeated me once again," he angrily muttered and lightly punched the steering wheel.After a few moments, he finally saw the woman he had been waiting for to emerge from the bar. He had no certainty that she would entertain him. But he needed to win her back, whether she liked it or not. Even if they called him greedy, he didn't care. The truth was, he loved Mia. Even though he couldn't be faithful and marry her.In the end, Bernie chuckled softly as he thought about it. Why? Is marriage the only measure of love? Not everyone who gets married loves each other. And not everyone who loves each other can get married.And as for him, he didn't know where he stood between the two. Because if he were to be asked, he loved Mia, but he couldn't commit to her right now. That's
"E-Erik, how is Mia?"Those were Rosanna's words as she approached him, accompanied by Dahlia. He was sitting in the lobby chair, waiting for the doctor who is now attending to Mia inside the Emergency Room. He turned to look at the two women sitting beside him."I'm still waiting for the doctor," he swallowed. "I-I'm scared," he finally admitted.The two women seemed frail and discouraged, bowing their heads as Erik pressed his forehead. He had wanted to cry since earlier, but he was holding back. And the truth is, it felt like fear was slowly engulfing all the hope in his heart."M-Mia loves you so much, Erik," he heard Rosanna say, her words resounding. This prompted him to turn and straighten his posture."I know, and I love her just as much. And that's why I'm scared now," he confessed, wiping away his tears.Rosanna shook her head in succession, seemingly indicating that he didn't grasp what she meant. Erik chose to remain silent and wait for her to further explain."What I mean
As Erik stepped out of his car, he was immediately engulfed by a profound sadness as he gazed at the large house in front of him. "Mia, I miss you so much," he whispered before pushing open the gate to drive the car into the yard.He quickly parked his vehicle and as he got out, a tricycle pulled up in front of the house with Rosanna and Dahlia inside. "Erik, do you have any news about Mia?" Dahlia asked him immediately as they approached.Erik had lost count of how many times he had heard the same question from the two of them. The truth is, it seemed like he woke up, lived, and returned home every day just to hear that same question over and over again.With a sad shake of his head, Erik replied, "It seems like we have no other option, Erik. We really need to post on social media to find her," Rosanna said, her tone indicating that she was also running out of patience.Erik sighed and shook his head once again. "I don't think it will be a good idea if we will consider Mia’s safety,
"It's good that you're here, hijo. Can you accompany Mia to her doctor's appointment?" That was the immediate question his Aunt Ising asked him as he approached her to give his respect by kissing the old woman on the hand. "Oh, yes, of course, her checkup is scheduled for today," he replied with a smile, nodding. "No problem, Aunty," he added. "Thank you very much, hijo," she said, patting him on the shoulder. "Have you eaten? Mia cooked Chicken Adobo." Upon hearing that, the young man immediately felt hungry. "I have already eaten. But because Mia is a great cook, I will eat again," he answered in an enthusiastic tone. A wide and sweet smile once again formed on his aunt's lips. After a few moments, he left her. Just as someone arrived at the store, his aunt stood up to attend to the customer. In the few months that Mia had been living in their house, he couldn't deny that he felt comfortable around her. She is naturally kind, despite her initial shyness, which he noticed. In ad
"I can accompany you there if you want," Mia said softly."Do you think that's a good idea?" Nathaniel asked her."Yes, definitely. If you manage to get her picture, at least we'll know where to start looking for your sister," she replied."So, meaning to say you are willing to help me?" the young man clarified, briefly turning to look at her.At that moment, Nathaniel precisely stopped the car in front of the gate of their large house. As it was already late afternoon, they spotted Nanny Ising sweeping the front yard."Yes, of course. It's just a small way for me to repay all the kindness you and Nanny Ising have shown me and my baby," she said, smiling as she unbuckled her seat belt.Nathaniel's face brightened as he looked at her. Then his hand moved, gently tapping her cheek."Alright, let's discuss that later. I need to ask Aunt Ising first about the shelter," he added, preemptively getting out of the car to open the door for her.*****"I still remember that shelter. Why did you
"The doctor said she'll have to stay in the hospital for about a week. Just to make sure that everything will be fine," Erik said.He saw his mother sigh deeply after he spoke. "What about your wedding? Isn't it supposed to be today?"Erik immediately felt a pang of regret because of that. Despite having reasons to doubt all the care and concern Aurora was showing him and Mia, he chose to set it aside for now. He preferred to believe that his mother was sincere in everything she did. After all, he didn't want to have another reason to despise her."I already talked to Mia about it, Mama. I want her to be well on our wedding day," he truthfully stated.He wanted Mia to be in a better condition when they got married. Besides, Bernie was already locked up, and Erik thought that he was the only remaining obstacle to their love. The only person who could attempt to snatch Mia away from him."By the way, would you like me to stay with Mia at the hospital later, son? So you can rest," his mo