Avery's POV
As the sounds of merriment and laughter enveloped the sandoval's home, I felt a sudden urge na puntahan ang kwarto ni Tyler sa second floor.
The wine glass I cradled had grown warm in my hand, its contents dwindling as I climbed the stairs, wondering where Tyler had disappeared to amidst the festive cheer. Sa mga kaibigan niya nga kaya siya pumunta?
Nung makarating ako sa dulong kwarto sa second floor ay binuksan ko na iyon. Madilim ang buong paligid kaya hinanap ko pa ang switch ng ilaw para magkaroon ng liwanag.
Revealing a familiar room kung saan niya ako dinala nung sapilitan niya ako pinadukot sa mga bodyguards nila.
A soft smile curved my lips at the sight of our wedding photos, carefully arranged in a corner. Lumapit ako duon at hinawakan iyon isa isa.
Wala na dito ang ibang bookshelves niya dahil nilipat na iyon sa bahay namin. Mukhang pinaayos niya ang kwarto niya after nung wedding namin dahil madaming nabago sa mga gamit niya.
I also saw his baby pictures. Even at a young age, he was already handsome. There were also pictures of him with Thalia.
When I reached the corner shielded by bookshelves, I saw a large airplane toy hanging from the ceiling. There were also small airplanes displayed on the glass shelves attached to the wall.
Mahilig ba siya sa airplanes?
Stepping out to the balcony through the glass door, a rush of cool air greeted me, accompanied by the breathtaking sight of twinkling lights adorning the Sandoval mansion grounds.
"Wow, it's beautiful here." Bulong ko sa sarili ko.
Napatingin ako sa phone ko. 10 minutes na lang before 12:00AM. Nasan kana ba Tyler?
Raising the glass wine to my lips, I took a sip, trying to calm the tremble in my hand. Kahit malamig ang simoy ng hangin sa balcony ay hindi pa rin ako bumalik sa kwarto.
Tahimik lang ako habang pinagmamasdan ang buong paligid. Sa sobrang lawak ng mansion ng mga Sandoval pwede na yata magtayo ng dalawa pang bahay sa tabi nila.
Just then, my phone buzzed insistently. Dr. Ramirez's name flashed on the screen, and my heart skipped a beat bago ko binuksan ang text message niya.
From: Dr. Ramirez
*Good evening, Avery. I wanted to discuss the results of your recent MRI at the hospital. We've identified an abnormality in your brain, and upon further examination with Dr. Lao, it appears to be a case of brain tumor. We recommend seeking a second opinion to confirm this diagnosis. I understand my message caught you off guard, especially on this Christmas Eve. I just want to assure you that the dizziness and headaches you've been experiencing are related to your condition. Please take care of yourself. Please let me know when you're available to discuss this further.*
His words seemed surreal, incomprehensible.
The glass wine slipped from my fingers, shattering as it hit the floor. Maski ako nagulat ng bumagsak ito.
Tears welled up, streaming down my cheeks. Tama ba ang nabasa ko? Nanginginig pa ang mga kamay ko ng basahin ko ulit yung text message ni Dr. Ramirez.
"I-i have a brain tumor," I almost whispered.
Downstairs, the festivities continued, the countdown to Christmas drawing near amidst the chaos. Rinig rinig ko sila sa baba habang nagkakasiyahan sila.
Nakatayo lang ako sa balcony, stunned, grappling with the weight of the diagnosis. How could this be happening?
Nung marinig kong nagsigawan na ang mga tao sa baba ng Merry Christmas, the bedroom door burst open. Sa sobrang lakas ng pagkakabukas nito ay nakuha nito ang attention ko. I saw someone standing there. Hingal na hingal.
BINABASA MO ANG
A Journey Through Love and Loss
RomanceAvery Sandoval, a spirited and determined woman, faces a devastating diagnosis that threatens to upend her life and the future she envisioned with her husband, Tyler. As they navigate the emotional and physical challenges of her illness, their love...
