Peace of the Heart (Cacher Series #1)

Kabanata 50

Hello! I just want to say sorry for the delayed update. Too much has occurred in my life that I took away Martiza and Alca's life. And now, they are finally here. Sorry for making you wait. This is the last chapter of this story, the end part will be Alcaeus' Point of View. Maraming salamat sa pagbabasa! I installed already the second story of this series, the lead there is Alui. Check my account and feel free to read it!

Kabanata 50

Hearts

"Mommy, Daddy..." I called as I stared at their gravestones.

The cold wind blew my hair and the freshness of it stayed in my skin. The green threes of Naga danced as the sky kept on getting gray. It was a  peaceful moment with an empty ambiance. 

"Mom, Dad, I'm sorry for taking my time for the peace that I had been wanting. Sorry if I have forgotten to visit the both of you those years I have been protecting myself. I am sorry."

I smiled bitterly as I surpassed the tears I had been gulping. 

I felt Alcaeus' presence at my back. I am not sure if he's listening attentively to my words but I don't care. I advised him to stay in the car but he's so persistent to accompany me until here. I let him. I don't have the energy to have an argument with him.

"Mom, I am now in my 30's," I laughed. "Ang tanda ko na."

I chuckled  at the thought. 

"I thought back then I'd be married and would have my happy family at the age of 25. Guess what, Mom and Dad? You both raised a fighter... a strong woman. In my 30 years of existence... I could say that... I grew up well. You both planted me in the right soil." 

I am always been proud that I am their daughter. I will always be proud on how they raised me well and how they always make me feel loved, even if they are from above. I have always been sensing their warmth.  I will always believe in my heart that they have been guiding me ever since.

"Magsisimula na po akong mag trabaho sa company natin 'pag-uwi ko sa Manila. I think this is the start I have been eyeing. Siguro, Mommy, nagagalit ka na sa akin d'yan sa heaven kasi paulit-ulit ko na sinasabi 'to but..." Natawa ako sa aking naisip. "Oo  nga 'no! Baka galit ka na d'yan, Mommy!"

I gave a bark of laughter but then realized that Alcaeus is here with me. He might think that I am somehow thinking like a crazy little girl. I fixed my posture and rolled my eyes.

"Mom and Dad, this time... I'll fix things on my own. This time po, I'll make the both of you proud. I know your heads have been aching because of my failures. I know, I was always been painted as a failure... I'll make you proud. I'll make something big to revive my name. I'll work hard this time."

I formed a short-lived smile.

Sana nandito kayo ngayon sa tabi ko.

Sana hindi tayo nagkahiwalay. 

"Mahal na mahal ko po kayo..." Bulong ko habang ang luha ay nararamdaman ko na. "Palagi."

 A long silence reigned in the open place. The sound of trees dancing and touching each other is highlighted by the wind. My hair harshly swayed when the mad wind passed. I slightly fixed it and stood up, but halfway, Alcaeus held my elbow and forced me to sit. I looked at him angrily but he enveloped me from the back. And suddenly, I felt weak. 

"Alcaeus..." I called him nervously.

"I love you."

I was lost for words.