Fading Lovers

Prologue (revised)

When I was a child, I always dreamed of having a happy family and finding a good husband, just like my father. That's why, when I married Greggy, I was filled with immense happiness because it seemed like my dreams had finally come true. I truly believed that our relationship would be unbreakable, that we would overcome any obstacle together.

However, everything came crashing down when I discovered that he was cheating on me. It was a devastating blow to my heart and shattered the trust I had placed in him. Despite the pain and betrayal, I chose to accept him because my love for him was still strong. I hoped that he would realize the depth of my love and the significance of our commitment, and that he would change his ways.

But, unfortunately, my hopes were unfounded. He never changed, and the betrayal continued. He repeatedly broke the trust that we had built, leaving me with a heavy heart and a sense of helplessness..

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Silence became my way of expressing myself. You truly know that you love someone when you can't bring yourself to hate them, no matter how many times they break your heart.

"Irene, until when will you continue turning a blind eye to your husband's deceit?" my father asked angrily.

I couldn't find the words to respond.

Hanggang kelan nga ba?

"Dad, please... try to understand—" I tried to plead.

However, Manang interrupted, "Until when will you continue being foolish for Gregorio? Ilang beses ka na nyang niloko! yet you can't find the strength to leave? Stop being so forgiving, Irene! People are well aware of what they're doing! Maawa ka naman sa sarili mo!"

"I remained quiet, but I was not blind..." I replied softly.

"That's it! You were not blind! Yet, you persist in blinding yourself to the truth!" my sister angrily exclaimed.

Although she was completely right, her words still stung.

Unable to find the right words, I quietly took a seat in an empty chair and allowed myself to cry.

My sister, sensing my pain, approached and tenderly embraced me. "Manang, I love Greggy. I love him so deeply... I can't imagine letting him go.." I managed to let out between sobs.

"Irene, niloko ka nya..ilang taon ka na nyang niloloko..maawa ka naman sa sarili mo.." my sister gently whispered, her voice filled with concern.

"Manang, I believe that Greggy can change... I truly believe it in my heart. Mahal ko sya, si greggy lang..hindi ko kaya ng wala sya..mahal na mahal ko si greggy k-kahit na ang sakit s-sakit.." I said., my tears still flowing uncontrollably. And in that vulnerable moment, my sister simply held me tightly.

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(Revised!!)

To be continued!
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