FATE SERIES 01: LOVING THE STORM

CHAPTER 36.2

"Falling in love with your body,
Is to admire outward beauty and grace.

It's the spark of attraction, fueled by passion and ease,
But it's skin-deep and can fade through space.

But falling in love with your soul,
Is a deeper connection, an inner tale to unfold.

It's the essence of who you are, the core of your being whole,
And it transcends the physical, to a love that is eternal and true."

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As we approached the receptionist, we were greeted by a warm smile, and the receptionist confirmed our reservation.

"Reservation for her majesties." she repeated, her voice tinged with respect and familiarity.

Nakita ko biglang pag alerto ng mga nagtatrabaho sa private cafe. Sino ba namang hindi kakabahan e ang mismong inang imperatris at ang kasalukuyang empress ang naririto ngayon sa cafe. But the good thing is it was owned by Zyaire's mother, kaya masisigurong walang makaka alam na naririto kami ngayon.

We were led to a secluded and intimate area of the café, specifically reserved for us.

The surroundings exuded an air of exclusivity, and the soft lighting added to the cozy atmosphere. It was clear that this reservation had been prepared with great care, providing us with an ideal setting for our conversation.

"Im glad you're doing well iha." As I heard her kind words, a small smile tugged at the corners of my lips.

Yes it was Zyaire's mom whom I'm privately talking to, napagpasyahan kong kausapin ito patungkol kay Zyaire, sa anak nya. I don't know what will happen lalo na at hindi alam nila Reign at Zavier na umalis ako. I told them that i want to stay in my room to think.

Sana lang ay hindi nila maabutan ang kwarto ko na wala ako. Lalo na ang nanay ni Zyaire ang kakausapin ko.

It was sudden but i feel relief when she accepted it as soon as she receives the invitation.

I need to confirm my thoughts, sya ang ina nito sigurado akong alam nya ang mga nangyayari kay Zyaire..

Especially in his behavior.

"Thank you po."

She held my hands and looked at me with worry and reassurance. "We're really concerned about you." she said, her eyes filled with care.

"But seeing that you're with the right people, I guess there's nothing to worry about." She added and smiled slightly at me.

Her statement made it clear that she had put her trust in the people who were taking care of me, Ang bait talaga ng mga ito kahit ang dating emperor, her words of encouragement helped take some of the weight off my shoulders.

Sa kabila ng lahat ay tinatrato parin nila ako ng tama. I am so grateful to meet her again.

With her support, I felt like things were going to be okay, and I was in good hands.

I hope so.

Nakakapagtaka na taliwas sa sinasabi ni Zavier ang nakikita kong ugali ng mga Cassano. Zyaire might be a little rough but i know he's a good man and husband.

It's just something is wrong at nagiging dahilan yon para mag-iba ang ugali nito.

Like knowing his wife having an affair.

If I'm in his place i would go insane like him.

"I guess my niece is doing well too, i mean Zavier" Bumuntong hininga ito i couldn't help but to frowned at her.

Ano daw?

"Pamangkin nyo po si Zavier." Takang tanong ko, tahimik itong tumango.

"Ah yes, i forgot to tell you akala ko ay sinabi na ng pamangkin ko iyon sayo, she's my sisters son iha. And Zyaire's cousin" Sagot ng inang imperatris dahilan para matigilan ako at mapa isip.

Pinsan sya ni Zyaire..

Pero bakit nagagawa nila yon sa isa't isa. Zyaire almost k*lled his own cousin the last time we've encountered, that is really terrifying knowing na babae lang ang naging dahilan ng bagay na iyon.

"H-how.." Hindi na natapos ang sasabihin ko ng muli mag salita ang ina ni Zyaire.

"I know iha, we're thinking the same even his father." Agad na turan ng inang imperatris bakas ang pag aalala sa boses nito i couldn't help but to look at her with full of worry in my eyes.

"Something is off with my son, iha." Malungkot na turan nito "Natatakot kaming dalawa ni Zyadro na may magawa itong maaari nyang pagsisihan sa huli." Dagdag pa nito i can sense fear and concern in her voice, naiitindihan ko ito dahil ganon din ang naiisip ko ngayon.

Lahat ng galaw ni Zyaire, I've been observing him and his behavior simula ng mapunta ako sa katawan ni Zein.

I love him.

Yes i do, but not that controlling part of him. I love him more than that. Dahil ibang iba ang lahat ng naranasan ko habang kasama ko si Zyaire kumpara sa sitwasyon nila ni Zein, he only acts controlling and manipulative tuwing naiinvolve si Zavier sa aming dalawa.

Seeing him right now, it makes me wonder if he really love Zein.

Yes, it's definitely possible to misunderstand the difference between obsession and love. Obsession is often characterized by being overly fixated on a person or thing, often without any real understanding or connection.

This might lead to feelings of possessiveness, jealousy, paranoia, and a need to be constantly in control. Which is now happening to Zyaire, ilang beses ko na itong nakikita pero nangyayari lang ang bagay na iyon dahil kay Zavier.

Iyon ang mga naging karanasan ni Zein sa kanya.

On the other hand, love is usually more rooted in a genuine connection, empathy, respect, trust, and mutual support.

Funny cause i defined that love through my own experience with him.

The empathy that he showed me whenever everything feels heavy and unfair.

The trust he did whenever we have problems inside the empire.

How he respects me inspite of obsessing over Zein's body.

How he supported me when i wished to show him the side where Zaina lives in.

"Is it possible that he's only obsessed with Zein-i mean me." I almost whispered. Muli kong naramdaman ang kamay ng inang imperatris sa akin.

"Iha before that's also what we think, pero noong nagising ka mula sa pagka coma. We saw a lot of changes in him, we saw how he loves and respect you." Ani nya at muling nagsalita "Akala namin ay naiitindihan na nya ang pagkakaiba ng sinasabi nyang pagmamahal sa totoong pagmamahal." She added and then sighed.

"But i guess that wasn't enough." Pahayag nito, i couldn't help but to wonder.

Hindi ko mapigilang hindi mapaluha. All this time, gusto kong maniwala sa inang imperatris.

Just this time, i want to risk it.

Na ako ang minahal nya at hindi ang babaeng pinakasalan nya.