CHAPTER NINE
“Kahit anong gawin mo, hinding-hindi ako babalik sa Manila,” sabi ko pagkaraan ng ilang minuto ng katahimikan.
Without even looking at me, he answered, “Who says I’m taking you back to Manila?” Nalilitong napamulagat ako. “Aren’t you?”
His tone was undoubtedly serious. “I'm coming with you.” Gulat na nanlaki ang mga mata ko. I sensed determination in his voice. Hindi ko alam ang isasagot ko sa kanya kaya napapikit nalang ako. My thoughts drifted to our break up four years ago.
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“We have to talk.” Aaron noticed my expression and fear flashed on his face. “Cassidy, alam ko ‘yang ganyang linya.”
He held my hands and pressed them. “Tell me I have the wrong conclusion.” His voice held panic. I shook my head and my traitorous tears fell without my consent.
“I’m sorry
