All Chapters of The Knot of Marriage: Chapter 31 - Chapter 40

—ALORA EUNICE’S POV— "This is splendid, Ms. Escarra." Ms. Adelina happily uttered while flipping the pages of my portfolio. I finished it last night."I agree with Adelina, Ms. Escarra. I'm sure companies will line up for your designs." Mr. Giovanni Conti, another instructor, said."I hope so… There are many designers greater than me." I said, a little shy."But your designs have potential in this industry," Ms. Adelina genuinely smiled at me."Thank you, Ms. Adelina."The last week of April finally arrived and with it, the completion of my final project. Finally! This week has been an absolute

—ALORA EUNICE’S POV— "... If people find out, they will approach and acknowledge me not because of my skills, not because I work hard for it but because I am related to your family. As much as possible, I don't want that to happen."Rome didn't say a word after, and we fell into silence again but this time, I'm enjoying it. I don't want to talk about the topic, it made me too uncomfortable.We arrived at a luxurious pizza restaurant and a lot of customers were happily enjoying their meal when the double doors opened.There are laughters and indistinct chatters around. Mostly, the tables are occupied by a family who enjoy their meals and of course, pizzas.Gosh… Pizza! The aroma of the cheesy savory reached my nose.

—ALORA EUNICE’S POV—"Let's divorce.""No," Rome firmly said."Mr. De Herrera!""Mr. De Herrera? The last time you called me, it's Rome. Now, we're back to formalities? Great." He said with sarcasm in his tone.I looked away and didn't want him to see the pain in my eyes. I don’t even know why I’m acting like this. So what if they still have lingering feelings for each other? I shouldn’t bother, right? This marriage is more important than what they have. But… my conscience just couldn’t ignore it. If I were in their shoes…"Alora Eunice, look at me,” he gently held my head to turn my face on him. Why am I letting him hold me? I couldn&rsq

—ALORA EUNICE’S POV— It's a long drive. I thought we were heading to Ms. Lombardi’s restaurant, but Rome informed me that the party was actually at the Lombardi mansion.Out of boredom, I couldn’t hold my tongue. I started venting to Rome about what happened at work today. As always, he just listened.“Gosh. I can’t believe there are guys like that—getting married, yet still womanizing. Like, hello? We were literally just talking about their wedding, and the next thing he does is…” I shivered, goosebumps crawling up my arms as the memory flashed in my head. “...flirt with me? Gross.”"Why decide on getting married when he is still looking for someone else, right?” I

—ROME ARCHILLUS’ POV—The day before the wedding… “Are you really sure, you’ll leave after your wedding?” Gaius asked, clinking his whiskey glass to mine. I looked at him but turned back my eyes to the dark empty yard below the spacious terrace where we are. “I can’t believe the oldest De Herrera will marry you off when you turn 25. I thought you’re just kidding when you shared it with me during college,” he chuckled. “Are you sure you won’t regret this?” “As if I have a choice.” I said, finishing my glass. I saw him shrug his shoulders through my peripheral view. “Babe…&r