Chapter 17

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Chapter 17

*Denise's Avoidance*

Matapos kontrahin ni Denise si Fahra tungkol sa mga bali-balita na kumalat ni Khate Jasmine, hindi niya matanggal ang pakiramdam ng pagtataksil. Kahit sa mga paliwanag at pakiusap ni Fahra, hindi magawang paniwalaan ni Denise.

Nagdesisyon si Denise na iwasan si Fahra, hindi makaharap ang kaibigan matapos marinig ang mga ito. Lumayo siya, mas pinili na mag-isa o kasama ang iba pang mga kaibigan, sa pag-akma ng kanyang damdamin.

Samantala, napansin ni Fahra ang pag-iwas ni Denise at nadama ang malalim na lungkot. Alam niyang nasaktan at nagalit si Denise, ngunit hindi niya alam kung paano ibabalik ang kanilang pagkakaibigan.

Isang araw, habang naglalakad si Fahra papauwi mula sa paaralan, natanggap niya ang isang text message mula kay Denise. Ito'y simpleng nagsasabing, "Magkita tayo sa paborito nating lugar sa park."

Nang maging interesado at umaasa, nagmadali si Fahra sa park at nakita si Denise na naghihintay para sa kanya sa isang upuan. Masungit ang mukha ni Denise, ngunit may halong lungkot sa kanyang mga mata.

"Fahra, marami akong iniisip tungkol sa lahat ng nangyari," simula ni Denise, ang kanyang boses ay mahinahon. "Pasensya na sa pag-iwas ko sa iyo. Nasaktan at naguluhan lang ako. Puwede ba tayong mag-usap?"

Tumango si Fahra, na natuwa na handang makipag-usap si Denise. Umupo ang dalawang kaibigan sa upuan at nag-usap ng mga oras, nililinaw ang mga pagkakamali at pinapatibay ang kanilang pagkakaibigan.

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One sunny morning, Mr. Santiago went to the market to buy fruits, milk, and other essentials that would be good for Fahra and the baby. He carefully selected the freshest produce, making sure to choose items that were rich in nutrients and vitamins.
He wanted to ensure that Fahra was well taken care of, especially now that she was pregnant.

As he shopped, Mr. Santiago couldn't help but feel a sense of responsibility and excitement. He knew that Fahra was going through a difficult time, but he was determined to support her in any way he could.

After purchasing everything on his list, Mr. Santiago headed to Fahra's house. He knocked on the door and was greeted by Marites, Fahra's mother.

"Kael, what a pleasant surprise! Please come in," Marites said, welcoming him into their home.

Mr. Santiago entered the house and saw Fahra sitting in the living room. He handed her the bag of groceries and smiled warmly.

"I bought some fruits, milk, and other essentials for you and the baby. I hope these will help you stay healthy and strong," Mr. Santiago said, his voice filled with genuine care and concern.

Fahra was touched by Mr. Santiago's gesture. She thanked him profusely, grateful for his thoughtfulness and support.

As Mr. Santiago left Fahra's house, he knew that this was just the beginning. He was committed to being there for Fahra and the baby, every step of the way.

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Nasa kalatgitnaan palang si kael ng traffic nang tumawag si fhara.
. She dialed his number and waited anxiously for him to pick up.

"Hello, Fahra. Kakaalis ko lang Dyan wala pang 10 minutes miss mo na agad ako babe?" Mr. Santiago answered, his voice warm and sounds clingy.

"Kael, I just wanted to thank you again for everything you've done for me. You didn't have to go out of your way to help me, but you did, and I'm really grateful," Fahra said, her voice filled with emotion.

"It's my pleasure, Fahra. I care about you and our baby, and I want to make sure you're both well taken care of," Mr. Santiago replied, his tone gentle and reassuring.

Fahra felt a lump form in her throat. She was touched by Mr. Santiago's words and the sincerity in his voice.

"Thank you, Kael. I don't know what I would do without your support," Fahra said, her voice barely above a whisper.

"You don't have to thank me, Fahra. I'll always be here for you, no matter what. You're my responsibility. Bye Muna babe nasa byahe Ako tawag Ako mamaya. Mag pahinga kana muna," Mr. Santiago said, his voice filled with warmth.

As Fahra hung up the phone, she felt a sense of comfort knowing that she had Mr. Santiago by her side. The traffic noise faded into the background as she thought about the future, grateful for the support of the man she loved.

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Mr. Santiago arrived at his office and settled in for the day's work. As he went through his tasks, his thoughts kept drifting back to Fahra and the baby.

Unable to shake off the feeling of concern, Mr. Santiago decided to call Fahra during his break. He dialed her number and waited for her to pick up.

"Hello, Kael? May problema ba?" Fahra answered, her voice filled with worry.

"Hello, Fahra. Wala naman, gusto ko lang tawagan ka at alamin kung okay ka lang. Kung may kailangan ka, sabihin mo lang agad sa akin, ha?" Mr. Santiago said, his voice filled with concern.

"Nagpapasalamat ako at nag-aalala ka sa akin, Kael. Salamat sa lahat," Fahra replied, her voice soft and grateful.

"Huwag kang mag-alala, Fahra. Hindi kita pababayaan. Alam mo 'yan," Mr. Santiago said, his voice reassuring.

After their conversation, Mr. Santiago felt a sense of peace knowing that Fahra was okay. He went back to work, his mind at ease, knowing that he had made the right decision in supporting Fahra and the baby.

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Sa paglipas ng mga linggo, unti-unti nang lumalaki ang tiyan ni Fahra. Bawat araw ay isang patunay ng pagdadalang-tao niya sa kanyang sinapupunan. Napansin ito ng kanyang mga kaibigan at kaklase sa unibersidad, kabilang na si Denise.

"Grabe, Fahra, ang laki na ng tiyan mo! Ang ganda mo talagang tingnan," sabi ni Denise kay Fahra, na ngayon ay nasa ikalawang trimester na ng kanyang pagbubuntis.

"Oo nga, Denise. Salamat. Medyo mahirap na rin maglakad nang mabilis, pero okay lang," sagot ni Fahra, na masaya sa pagdadalang-tao ngunit hindi maiwasang maantig sa mga simpleng papuri ng kanyang kaibigan.

Samantala, sa klase ng Entrepreneurship, mas lalo pang nadagdagan ang interes ni Fahra. Tuwing nagtuturo ang kanilang guro tungkol sa mga konsepto at pamamaraan sa pagbuo ng negosyo, tila ba nabibigyang-halaga ng kanyang isipan ang bawat salita.

Isang araw, habang nagtuturo ang kanilang guro tungkol sa mga estratehiya sa pagnenegosyo, nagkaroon ng mahalagang aral si Fahra. Pinag-usapan ng guro ang iba't ibang paraan ng pagnenegosyo at kung paano ito maaring magsimula ng malaki o maliit.

Nagpasya si Fahra na sa tamang panahon, magtatayo siya ng maliit na negosyo kasama ang kanyang pamilya. Matapos ang klase, lumapit si Fahra sa kanyang guro at nagpasalamat.

"Salamat po sa mga aral, Sir. Excited na po akong simulan ang sarili kong negosyo," sabi ni Fahra, na puno ng determinasyon at pag-asa para sa hinaharap.

Napangiti ang guro sa kanyang desisyon. "Ipagpatuloy mo ang iyong pag-aaral at pagpaplano, Fahra. Malayo ang mararating mo sa mundo ng negosyo. Ang pagiging interesado sa business ay isang magandang simula. Marami kang matututunan na makakatulong hindi lang sa iyong sarili kundi pati na rin sa iyong pamilya."

"Sasusunod ikaw na Ang mag papatakbo ng business nyo sa US," sabi ni Denise, na puno ng suporta para kay Fahra.

Ang mga salitang ito ay nagbigay ng bagong sigla at determinasyon kay Fahra. Sa bawat araw na lumilipas, lalong lumalim ang kanyang pangarap na magtagumpay sa buhay, hindi lang para sa kanya kundi pati na rin sa kanyang anak na paparating na.

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