As she navigates the turbulent journey of self-discovery, Wednesday Denise learns that true freedom comes from within. She realizes that letting go of toxic relationships and embracing her own desires is not only necessary but empowering. *** Wednesday Denise's life is a constant struggle to win the approval of her indifferent parents. Despite the obligations she never asked for as the eldest, she can't bring herself to abandon her family. As a founding member of the Anagapesism band, her dreams take a turn when she leaves the group to pursue a nursing career, wanting to find a solid route that will eventually validate her. Having North Barrinuevo beside her, offering her the support and understanding she's been yearning for, is a blessing, as she discovers her voice, the importance of self-love, and the courage to break free from the chains of expectation. DISCLAIMER: This story is written in Taglish. COVER DESIGN: Louise De Ramos

WARNING: SPG / R-18 "Teaser" "Why can't you just leave me be? Just forget what happened between us" sabi ko sa kanya He chuckled dahilan para magsitayuan ang mga balahibo ko sa katawan "Oh my dear sweet Aria, I already did that, I tried and tried until I find myself mentally exhausted. How can I? How can I forget someone like you? someone so beautiful and so mouthwatering" sabi niya sabay lakad palapit sakin "J-Just find so-someone else" utal-utal kong saad sabay atras palayo sa kanya "Where My Aria? Where can I find someone like you?" sabi niya habang humahakbang parin papunta sa akin hanggang sa maramdaman ko na ang malamig na simintong pader sa likod ko "Please, just please leave me alone, please" pagsusumamo ko sa kanya And then, he caged me between his arms "My Aria, simula ng ibuka mo ang makikinis mong hita at hinayaang kunin ko ang ka-inosentihan mo, Akin ka na" He lick my neck to my jawline "Simula nang gabing nagpa-ubaya ka sa akin, Akin ka na "Then he cupped my right cheek with his hand and stared intently at me "Aria, You are mine and nothing can change that, sa ayaw at sa gusto mo akin ka, papatay ako kapag hindi ka napasa akin at si kamatayan lang kayang pumigil sa akin maangkin ka lang" seryoso niyang saad sakin na ikina-awang ng bibig ko Photos: ctto Pure fiction and imagination Plagiarism is a crime ⚠