The way through home was quite. Isabella didn't know how to act, she can't still forget what happened lately, when Mateo and her lips almost collided. She was actually too embarrassed, she just hope that Mateo will not think that she's taking him for granted. She's lost in her thoughts when Mateo spoke first. He could noticed that Isabella had been quiet and he's worried that she's mad because of what had happen between them. Even though his mind is occupied by Nicholas suddened presence after years of not having any news about their family, the thought of Isabella being upset or angry at him made his heart clench, that it made him start speaking. "Isabella... About what had happened. When I almost —" Isabella quickly interrupted Mateo, she can feel her cheeks heating up "Mateo, no need to apologize for anything. I-I mean, I know that you didn't mean to do that," she stuttered. From the road, Mateo glanced at her. "Should I feel guilty now?" Isabella suddenly got confused becaus
Mateo hurriedly made her way back to his office where Isabella is, a tray with two steaming cups of coffee in her hands. The day had been filled with back-to-back meetings and pressing deadlines, but he still wants to give time for his happiness.Isabella who's ensuring that Mateo's schedules are well coordinated and organized. Mateo entered the office, finding Isabella engrossed in some papers. With a warm smile, he placed one cup of coffee on his desk."Hmm, I am thinking now who's acting more like a CEO here," he chuckled. Isabella glanced at him, and stopped from what she's doing. "Here you go, Isabella. A much-needed break and a cup of energy." Isabella accepted the coffee, as Mateo sat down on the chair in front of her table. "Thank you, Mateo. I just really want to ensure that I am doing my work well. I don't want to disappoint you." He chuckled and took a sip of the coffee, enjoying the bitter taste of espresso mixed with chocolate. "You don't need to worry about it, you a
"It's not really my fault," she murmured while now walking inside the mansion, upstairs, towards her room. "If only I didn't like Mateo, I won't even do something like this." With that statement, she finally reached the door of her room, but before she could enter, her sight shifted at the opened room of Mateo. She wiped her fake tears and slowly walked there, and she saw Dalia and Rose cleaning the place. She's about to turned away when she thinks that there's nothing special with what they're doing when she suddenly heard Isabella's name on their conversation. "I told you, Rose! Sir. Mateo really has feelings for Isabella!" Dalia giggles. Nerissa hide herself behind the corner, trying hard to listen to their conversation."It's not surprising, Dalia. Isabella's really a nice woman. So, I am happy for the both of them. I just hope that their first date later will turn to something good," Rose replied smiling. Nerissa felt her body shiver slightly. She quickly left there and go
"Are you even sure about this, Isabella?" Nerissa looked at Isabella, who's already done preparing. Today, Mateo's mother asked her son to give her a short break from work, so she can accompany her on doing some shopping for the special dinner later with Ms. Linda and his son Nicholas. "Yes, Nerissa. I will get a way later so I can help you buy something for Aunt Cynthia as a peace offering.""I know that the roses you'd ruined are really priceless and important for her, but Aunt Cynthia has a good heart, I am sure that she can forgive you, especially after you've given her a gift," Isabella said encouragingly. For Nerissa it's already a waste of time proving herself to Mateo's mother, because Mateo and Isabella's already dating. She's just too lazy now to do any effort to make Mateo's mother like her, but she doesn't have a choice but to still fake her kindness because she's still living under Villanueva's. "Fine, I'll just change my clothes." Nerissa walked towards the closet, th
"Hurry up, Dalia and Rose. Are these the last dishes need to be serve at the dining table?" Ms. Cynthia softly asked, while watching the two."Yes, Madam. We are going to get and prepare the plates and other utensils right away.""Alright, thank you, Dalia and Rose. I think that they're already on their way that's why we need to finish these quickly." Isabella noticed the uneasiness now on the kitchen part, that's why she decided to walked over there."Dalia, Rose, I am going to help you. Aunt Cynthia, you should also prepare yourself. So, before everyone comes here, you are already done freshing up," she said. The woman smiled at her. "Oh yes, please. Thank you, Isabella. By the way, where's Mateo?" Isabella glanced around, trying to locate Mateo's presence. "Uhm, I think he's still not done taking a bath, Aunt." "Oh well. I'll go upstairs now, Isabella. Please, take care the rest here." Isabella nodded at the woman and approached Dalia and Rose to offer them some help. "You're
Nicholas stopped near outside the mansion's left wing, after excusing himself in the dining area when he received a call from someone. He looked at the caller ID. Even though it's already deleted in his contacts list, he can't still completely forget who's the owner of that number. "It's surprising that you are still breathing, Dad!" Nicholas started with a firm voice. Then he heard a chuckle on the other line. "I guess your Mom already done to brainstorm your mind, son." That sentence somehow makes him frown. "Mom, doesn't need to do that. I know all what you did. You can't hide your mistakes behind me." "Why did you even call me, huh? Don't tell me you are planning to come back in our life?" A heavy sighed comes out from his father. "Nicholas, I already explained everything to your Mom, and I also willing to do the same with you. I hope you can give me a second chance." There's some shuffling noises over the line. It's a woman and a cry of a baby. Nicholas can't help but to
Nicholas and Nerissa became closer, but still she still just can't set aside the idea that Isabella's the reasons why those she wants to love always end up hating her, as Mateo and Isabella's relationship continuously getting deeper.The moon hung high in the sky, casting a silvery glow over the tranquil waters of the ocean. The Beach Hotel, renowned for its stunning location, was bathed in soft, warm lights, casting a romantic glow at Isabella and Mateo. "I have something to show you," Mateo said softly, holding out his hand for her to take. "I actually planned to bring you here tonight for this..." Isabella's eyes grew wide in amazement as she saw the fireworks display at the night sky. "They're so beautiful!" Isabella whispered, staring up at the sky. Mateo softly squeeze her hand. "You are more beautiful than those fireworks, Isabella..." Mateo murmured. She turned to him with a bright smile."Mateo, thank you." Mateo gently pulled Isabella close."Hm, for what?" He replie
"You know that you have my blessings from the very start, Mateo. Besides I really like you Isabella for my son. I am sure that he's in a good hand." "So, yes! You have my full support for your marriage," Mateo's mother added enthusiastically."Thank you so much, Aunt Cynthia! I promised that I will love your son equally, just as fiercely and with all of my heart," Isabella responded as Mateo gently tugged her closer. She leaned against him, while Mateo's mother feel so proud of his future wife. "Uhm now... When did you want to start the wedding preparation? I actually think that we should hire Nicholas and your Aunt Linda in our company, so they can handle that part. So, both of you can focus on getting ready for your wedding soon," Ms. Cynthia suggested. Nerissa who's already walking downstairs got stopped from her steps when she clearly heard what they're talking at the living room. "Wedding?!" She shrieked out loud which caused them to looked at her, who's now hurriedly wal