Lahat ng Kabanata ng SORRY DEAR EX, IT'S YOUR LOSS, NOT MINE: Kabanata 271 - Kabanata 280

Martina POV “Your baby’s first molars are coming out.  It usually happens between 13 and 19 months.” The doctor concluded after checking up on Marky.  “What about his twin?” I asked and looked at Macy. She and Marky were playing, but she looked gloomy and not her usual sunny self.  “Oh, she does not have a fever. But let’s go see her, too.”  The doctor checked her up as well. Apart from that, the doctor advised for blood and urine tests for both kids.  “Just to be on the safe side.” He assured me.&nb

Martina POVEmpty beer cans and whiskey bottles that littered the floor were what greeted me the moment I got inside Marcus’ apartment unit.My nose twitched. Not because the room stinks but because of something else. Seeing Marcus looking like this, I felt deep regret washed over me. Why have we come to this, Marcus?I lifted my head toward the ceiling, taking in a moment of clarity, but couldn’t because Marcus’ state glared at me. I felt deep sadness for what I have done. I wanted to blame fate, but who am I kidding? It was all my fault. I was a horrible person for doing this to the man I love. I hurt him. So bad. I thought it was the best choice to leave him. I thought leaving him would spare him from my family's evilness. I did not believe that he would suffer in this magnitude. My babies did not know their father. I was alone caring for Marky and Macy. I deprived my son and daughter of their father because I thought I was saving him from my family’s evil intention, bu

Martina POV The kind expression on his face was like a magnet that drew me out.  For the first time in years, I now have the chance to tell Marcus what was in my heart and mind. “You knew that I grew up in an orphanage, right?” When he nodded, I swallowed the lump in my throat.  Reliving those past years leaves an ache in my chest. I feel suffocated by the memories.  “Every time children line up before potential families for adoption, and I won’t be selected, I feel rejected. I wanted to have a family. I craved it so much.” 

Martina POVThe silence that enveloped us after Briana left was deafening. Marcus and I looked at each other. “I am sorry,” I said, full of remorse. The siblings should not be arguing because of me.  Now, their relationship was strained.Briana and Marcus used to be thick as thieves.  I saw their bond grow for years. “Go and talk to your sister. Don’t let this misunderstanding create a gap in your relationship.” I told him, feeling a constriction in my chest. While I was happy that Marcus defended me and took my side, I did not want to complicate his relationship with his sister or any of his other siblings.  Their bond was admirable, especially when they found Briana. Her presence completed them.Moreover, Briana loves him and is only looking out for him.What he said must have hurt her, too.“You love Briana. She is your clo

Martina POVOh my god!I was hyperventilating. The intensity in his gaze was too much.And his words. Was Marcus telling me something important here? What did I miss?My lips pursed, and my eyes felt pinpricks of pain. I shook my head. “I don’t deserve it, Marcus.  I betrayed you and hurt you. You should be angry. You shouldn’t treat me kindly.” “Martina, listen. You already told me the real reason you left. That was enough explanation for me. From now on, I want us to leave the past behind and to start anew.” “But…but…” I stuttered.  My chest constricted. My breathing became labored as I tried to assimilate what he meant.“Are you saying….” My voice trailed off. I was so afraid to voice out what was in my head. Shivers run down my spine at the inte