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53 Meeting an Old Friend
If there is something that I'm proud of myself, that is my optimism. Despite the experiences I had when I was younger, being bullied by my classmates and growing up with little guidance from my mom because she had to work, I am still able to find the positive side of things. I always had hope in my heart and I never kept grudges. I always tried to understand other people's behavior and attitude towards me. I used to blame myself for being different, making others notice me easily. But this time, it is a totally different. I'm not that same lady who just accepts insults and pain from others. This time, I have to learn how to stand for myself. I will deal with these things rationally. I will keep that positivity that someday, they will regret taking advantage of me.
The days passed by quickly. I made myself busy with my business and learning cooking from Tess, the old house helper who used to dislike me. We grow fondness to each other, and I learned a lot from her.
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The Love I Have Hoped For 54 Me and my Mom
Time passed by so fast and I am now four months pregnant. For the past weeks, I was thinking of possible ways on how I can escape but everything seems impossible. One idea is to just take the train to the countryside but I'm sure the man following me would know that in an instant. Another is to pretend going on a trip overseas and never return but I'm sure Geoff will not allow me to leave on my own. I'm starting to lose hope.I have bought some baby clothes every time I go out. I buy a lot of extra clothes for babies and kids that I can sell. So far, Geoff never asked me about the credit card bills which makes me feel relieved. It means he doesn't have any clue on what I am doing. Most of the time, I have the clothes shipped to Annie's place.These days, Geoff rarely spends time at home. There are times that he came home only to get more clothes. I never got any message from Erica since the last time she informed me that she and Geoff were together. I don't care that m
The Love I Have Hoped For 55 Small Glimpse of Hope
That weekend, Geoff and I drove to visit my mom in the countryside. I tried to discourage him from accompanying me many times but it didn't work."I haven't spent time with my mom for a long time and I want us to have our own time. I haven't visited her since we got married and I miss being taken care of by her." I remember telling Geoff but his answer was a simple "we will spend time with her together." I even tried pretending to be angry at him but it didn't stop him from accompanying me. I don't know why he really wants to visit my mom with me. I hope he is not suspicious of my plan to escape from him. Actually, I just wanted to talk to my mom and tell her everything. I wanted to feel that I have someone I can rely on and that person would only be my mom but with Geoff around, I'm sure I won't be able to do that."Do you want us to have a vacation with your mom? We can go to a resort or overseas if you want to. Just tell me and I will prepare everything for you." Ge
The Love I Have Hoped For 56 Gender Reveal
The next day, I felt light and hopeful that things will turn out fine soon. I spent the morning in the kitchen helping Tess with kitchen work. She taught me many things about cooking which I think can be useful for me when I leave this place. I used to live alone in the past but most of the food that I ate was instant food and fried dishes. I don't want my child to eat unhealthy dishes."You look prettier these days Mrs. Park. I think your baby is a girl." Tess said with a smile."Do you think so? How would you know that?" I asked."There was a belief that when a pregnant woman looks blooming during her pregnancy, then she is expecting a baby girl but if her skin looks darker and she has many pimples, then she should expect a baby boy. You look glowing these days so I guess it's a girl. It's just an old assumption, you don't need to take it seriously. Would you like to have a boy or a girl?""I actually don't care about the gender. As long as she comes ou
The Love I Have Hoped For 57 The Sign
7th month of pregnancy. Time seems so fast in the past weeks. Geoff spent more time at home compared to the past. He usually sleeps at home beside me unlike before. He also became sweeter to me but not as sweet as our first months after marriage although we never had sex since I got pregnant. Sometimes, I wanted to be aggressive despite my condition just to check whether he would be as passionate as before, but I guess I'm too conservative to do that. He never hugs me when we sleep. His reason is he doesn't want me to get uncomfortable especially with my condition.I already made a plan on how I can leave here. I talked about it with my mom and she prepared all the things that we need. I'm still not sure whether I would push through with it though. I'm waiting for a sign. Any sign would do. I pray every night that God would show me that this place is not a good place to raise my daughter.I should not be selfish, that's what I always tell myself. Geoff may not love me but I'm sure he l
The Love I Have Hoped For 58 The Escape
Early the next morning, I and Nancy hit the road. Regina woke up early as well and said her goodbyes. She got some clothes for me from our room. She said Geoff was already sleeping when she got my stuff so she wasn't able to tell him about me going to my mother's place and promised me she would talk to him once he wakes up. I was grateful for the help she has done for me since last night and I would never forget such gestures.I wasn't able to sleep last night thinking of what to do. I already had a plan before but changed everything last night. We are lucky to be driven by Jeffrey."Can you please bring us to the train station?""But madam, what will I tell Mrs. Park if she asked me whether you made it to your mother's home?""You can make stories up. And after today, you can resign from your work. Here is your salary for a year." I handed him an envelope filled with money covering his 12-month pay."What are you planning to do madam? Are you sure about it?" Jeffrey asked."You don't
The Love I Have Hoped For 59 First Day in Marshville
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The Love I Have Hoped For 61 Lucky Me
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