THREE years has passed and it happened like yesterday. I can still remember all the chaos I've been through. I got married, but never did I able to meet this person in three years of my marriage. But I think it was better because it would bring so much trouble if we met... while I was pregnant by a stranger's babies.
After all, who would like to see his wife being pregnant by someone else's baby?No one would.Yes. That night bore fruits. After a month of being accepted by my family again, I discovered that I was pregnant. When my family knew about it, they instantly kicked me out of the household without even thinking about it. And true to my mother's words, they totally disowned me, for I was blamed for bringing so much shame and misfortune in our family's name, and I admit it all.I myself, was shocked. I didn't expect to be pregnant, because I only thought of it as a part of adult experience I should experience."I trusted you and let your shameless doing of a one night stand slide, Rain. But bearing a bastard? That's against our pride and what will people say about you? What will your husband say when he finds out that you're pregnant?! A cheating dirt of a woman while married?! Oh my goodness!" my mom's voice almost filled the whole household and it's banging every corner. She was so stressed and holding her chest dearly as if she's about to collapsed."Pack your things and leave. Don't let us see your face, ever again!" my aunt pushes me. I almost fell on the ground."You've never brought good deeds in here but shame, how disgusting!" and my cousin who was never been nice to me exclaimed after slapping me. She's gritting her teeth, eyes filled with hatred."I feel sick to think that you came from me." my father has always been calm and never raised his voice, but that was the most painful words came from him. He was my remaining hope to stand by me, but it was just a failure hope.No one fought for me.I'm alone.And I can still remember my sibling's awful gazes, that even if they did not say anything bad and unpleasant to me, I can already tell what they wanna say.Hence, three years has passed by. Things might be very difficult, especially in the part of being a single mother, working to earn and raising my children alone.Those days where I was homeless and shivering in the cold during winter... and if I wasn't able to meet Bea, I might taste the worst of karma.Everyday is a challenge. There are times that I want to give up, but whenever I thought of my children it gives me strength to go on. They've become my source of strength and my inspiration.And even if everything started with a mistake, I learned to embrace it and take responsibility of it.I sometimes questioned, why did god give me such riddle in life? I only commit a few mistakes and it turned me this unfortunate. I experienced crying in a lone room, asking God what to do and how to survive since I can't change anything that happened already.And I fully understand his resolve when my children has been born. Pregnancy was not an easy ride, there's a lot to take, to adjust and to consider, especially when you do not have the funds to fulfill the foods you'd like to eat and drinks to taste.My children gave me extravagant happiness where no one could ever replace and level. They're all I need and I wished for them to grow healthy, smart and happy.I don't need anything, but them alone.I'm contented for all I have."Mommy, are we going to the park today?" My only princess Amethyst, asked. She's tagging the hem of my shirt while looking up to me. She's not thin, just average and has a chubby cheeks. Her hair is curly and long. She looks more cute because her curls shapes the edges of her face.I leveled myself into her and held her hands dearly, "Yes, my princess. If mommy don't have a job for the rest of the day, okay? But first, I must reassure my schedule to be clear."She nod at me and kissed my cheek quickly, "Yes, mommy.""Go and tell your brothers for me." Like I said, she went back to their room, probably informed her brothers.My sons name are Alas and Duke. They're also cute and handsome. Atop of all, they're smart despite their age."Mommy!" I was about to go to the kitchen when my boys was quick to hug my thighs."Mommy, your phone rang." they are giggling as they showed me my phone which has a missed call history."Oh, thank you boys." I took the phone from them and checked who the caller was.When I saw it, my eyes almost popped out on its shell and my heart jumped in glee."Oh my... Oh my god!" due to overflowing gratitude and happiness, I embraced my children and showered them kisses."Mommy, what is going on?" my baby Amy innocently asked, when she saw me cried happily while hugging her brothers. "Why are you crying?" her voice is so soft that I do not wish to be tainted. Her voice is like an angel that provides melody in my heart which also serve as my reminder to be humble and kind all the time."Come on, my princess. Let mommy hug you." she gladly obliged and went to us. Alas wiped my tears, while Duke kissed my nose."We love you, mommy." they said and it made me more teary-eyed.I thanked the heavens for granting this opportunity to me."Mommy is just happy because I got accepted at the job I'm applying for. We will now have a better source of income, it's a good news for us!" I gathered them in my arms once again and let go after a few seconds."Yey! Mommy has a new job!""Will mommy won't get stressed of her job?" Duke asked. I sensed worry from him."No, no, not anymore baby. I assure you that." his worries was replaced by a smile immediately."Does this mean, mommy has a better schedule and will not come home late?" Alas questioned. I held his hands and squeezed them lightly, just like what I did to Duke just now."Yes, mommy will have a proper schedule baby. But now, mommy has to go to the company for an interview. I will leave you to your godmother for a while, and will fetch you when I'm done there. Is that okay?""Of course, mommy!""You can do it, mommy!""Goodluck, mommy!"I left them to my friend before going to the company. I had my children's blessing and I believe it would give me the best I can get.I can do this, for my children my family."Miss Rain Ashley Esquivel?" A tall girl went out of covered glass office. I stood up quickly and raised my hand to be discovered. "It's me, ma'am." "Come with me. Mr. Ledesma is waiting for you." I obediently followed her. She opened the door, but did not enter. I was about to ask, when she spoke first. "I wish you luck on your interview with the CEO, Miss Rain." She smiled and even tapped me on my shoulder. I nodded and spare my question since the answer is too obvious, "Thank you." I smiled back and took a deep breath before stepping in. "Good Afternoon, Sir." I greeted politely as I managed myself to keep calm and relax to prevent from being so obvious that I'm nervous. His back is facing my direction, so I can't still visualize how he looks like. But upon basing his physique, he's lean, broady, tall and masculine. He's wearing a navy blue office wear and he seemed to have a new clean hair cut. I think, this CEO is handsome."Good Afternoon. Have a seat." His voice is so m
I carefully sat on the seat opposite to the CEO. I don't know how to interact, since I'm also insecure with my actions. I'm worried that he might dislike me because of that. "How old are you now, Miss Esquivel?" He suddenly asked. I'm not touching anything on the table yet. "I'm 27 years old, sir." I answered politely. "You're young. How old were you when you got married?" He's eating and seemingly unbothered while asking. "I was 23 incoming 24 when I got married." This feels awkward, really. "How do you define marriage? Did you marry your husband because you were in love with him?" I don't know if this is still a work related topic that we must discuss, but... "Sadly, I didn't marry for love." I smiled, and for some reason, I feel like I want to open up. "So, I can't really define the essence of marriage without love as its core value." Yet, I end up stopping myself from serving the first summary of my life. He's still a stranger even if he's entitled as my boss. I want to kno
"What took you so long?" His voice was stern when he asked. He seemed unimpressed for I come here late of his expected time. I'm speechless. He just called me and I went here as fast as I could. Only a few minutes has passed by, since that happened. I don't know what to say and how to answer, because I'm fully aware that I'm not at fault. Should I say... He has issues and I'm unknowlegeable of it. "My brother is a playboy. He's not a good influence to anyone." He suddenly added. This time, he's calm while reading the files I give him. And I don't have an idea as to why he's giving me that kind of advise when I'm married. "Pardon, Sir?" He stopped and took a glimpse of me. For some reason, he gave me the chills that makes me feel uncomfortable. "Nevermind, Miss Esquivel." He said after a few seconds of looking. "You can go back to your post." I breath in relief. I thought it would turn to be something serious. "Before I leave, do you have any other concern which I can assist
Rain roused up early and prepared all the necessary things for her and her children. She took care of them right after cooking their breakfast. Taking them to bathe and helping them change their clothes. "Alas, finish your food, alright? You'll be spending 5 hours in school so better fill your tummy with enough food." She reminded her other son as she took care of her daughter, Amy. "I know, mommy." Alas lazily agreed. "Wasting the graces will be punished by god, mommy, right?" Duke said. Alas glared his brother. "I'm eating it all, Duke. Can't you see?" He seems annoyed."You're eating, but you're displacing the veges." Duke bashed back. Alas face dishevelled. "You're annoying, tsk." Alas commented. "Enough, boys. We are in front of the food." Rain lectured his boys. "And you, baby Alas, you are not allowed to leave the table if you're not eating the veges. Do you understand?" With a heavy sigh and a heavy shoulders, Alas nodded in silence. "Okay, mommy." Rain smiled at her s
As the three of them entered the designated hotel which they are going to meet with her bosses' family, she couldn't contain the uneasiness building up within her. The surrounding might feel cold, but it's indeed nothing compare to tye coldness she's having in both of her hands and feet. Yes, she's nervous. Really. "It seems like they're already waiting for us." Aiden spoke and took a glance of her. "Rain, you're quite." She blinked more than usual. More than thrice as she looked back at Aiden. "Oh, did I missed something?" She replied. "No, nothing. Just wondering why you're quite." Aiden just shrugged and smiled. 'What am I supposed to talk about? It's not like they're like an ordinary people, like me.' Rain said at the back of her mind. Uriel on the other hand was just observing his two subordinates. He was talking with his brother earlier regarding the status of their business, as he just replaced their grandfather from the position of a CEO. Also, the presence of his secr
As they got back at the company, they went back to each of their designated work as if nothing happened. On their way back, the two brothers were quite, Aiden was observant to give the peace that his brother need. For Rain, she just feel like she's not in a proper place to question or to speak, right after the encounter. Even if she was the innocent victim who was judged by his boss' mother. Although, the woman did apologized to her before they separate ways. Her boss did its job to stand up for her and that was enough. "Hi, good afternoon." A lady in a corporate attire went to her desk with a small and shy smile crept in its lips. Rain stood up. "Hi, good afternoon toom how may I help you, miss?" She politely greeted and cater the girl.The girl handed a few files to her, "The department of finance asked for the signature of the CEO. This is the summary of the sales report for the last six months." Rain took the files and checked it individually. After a few seconds, "When do you
When Rain finally handed the files back to the said department, she went home immediately. But as she was walking towards her house, the memory of her staring at her boss's was still fresh. It felt so slow like a drama, whereas the main girl character was astonished to the main lead character. She crouched on her own head as it practically drowned her from living inside her memory. "Enough of that, Rain." She scolded herself for that. "You're home now. Quit fantasizing." She hissed and composed herself once again before opening the entrance door of her house. As expected, Bea is there. Probably, waiting for her. But this time, the kids are still awake. Playing rubics cube and lego toys in the living area. "Mommy!" The three adorable kids beemed when they noticed her presence. Rain smiled heartily. Upon seeing her kids, all of her worries were replenished by them. It seems like these children have their own magic to heal her from distraction. "Hello, babies." She knelt on the groun
All of a sudden, Uriel requested her to stay. Rain had no room for rejection as it is a part of her work, although, there’s a huge part of her that was so disappointed because she thought she could finally go home and have a rest. "If you wish, Sir. I shall stay and lend you my help." She answered. "I appreciate it, Miss Esquivel." He tilt his head up to look at her. When he found her eyes looking back at his, he couldn't figure something as to why those deep emerald eyes gives him some chill, which is indeed quite unknown. "What is it that you want me to help you with, Sir. So, we could begin it." She didn't let the topic loose and asked the necessary things that her boss wants her to help with. Uriel took off his sight from her and check the things that he needs her to work with. When he found the gigantic files piling up beside his table, he pointed it for her to see. "It's here." He must be saving his words for that. Rain took several steps to see where he was pointing, her e