Marriage and Annulment

“Do you regret your ex-boyfriend swapping you for someone else, Genie?” I asked her.

She was speechless.

“Because when you tell me you feel regret that that man left you, I’ll support you.” I said.

“What do you want me to tell you, Miss? You’re going to attack me right now. So no. I don’t care about him anymore,” Genie replied.

We all laughed.

“You’re too blinded by that love. Just look on the bright side. If you’re not separated, you won’t be able to get to the city. And you can’t tell yourself that you can be beautiful? ” I told her.

She was smiling, as if she liked what I said.

It’s all because of you. I don’t want to be emotional, but I’m grateful, “Genie said.

“Your welcome. But, hopefully, when the right man comes along, everything will be fine. Don’t get married at the same time because, by chance, I’ll give you a gift. ” I said while laughing.

If what you said ever happens, Miss, you don’t need a gift first. Your presence always matters. We already have too many gifts from you, so we don’t accept them anymore, “said Laica.

“It’s better that I don’t beg because you will run out of my wealth.”

So they all laughed.

I looked at the clock. It was late at night when we arrived at a secluded place. Because of the darkness, I can’t see my surroundings. The only light coming from my car is the light.

“Are we still far away?” I asked them.

“It is closed because we have deviated from the arch.

Is it really like this here? There are no households. ”

“Yes, Miss, but when you come forward, there are a lot of houses crowded together,” said Hannah.

Isn’t it scary here at night? Or haven’t you even heard that there are bad people here? ” I asked.

So far, nothing, Miss. That’s why we have the courage to invite you to come home with us tonight, because we’re confident you won’t be harmed. ” said Lucianna.

I nodded.

“Seriously? Are all of you really neighbors? ” I asked them.

They are working under my rules and regulations, but until now I still didn’t believe that the nine of them lived next door.

“Yes, Miss, And you’ll also see nine concrete houses tomorrow morning. We’re thankful to you, “said Lazzy.

We stopped at a house with pink paint. They all came out. And I wondered why so many people inside frowned at me.

They opened the gate for me. Then I’m welcomed with a warm stare that I just saw. They are amazed, and you even noticed that you were stunned by staring at me. It’s like I’m an artist who they all admire. I approached Lucianna and whispered to her.

“Who are they? And whose house did we go to? ”

“They are our family. We informed them that we would be taking you with us when we returned home, so they prepared a large amount of food. And look at them; they are so happy, ma’am, to see you. “said Lucianna.

An hour later, I was sitting in the seat because I was too tired from driving earlier. I have met all their families. So I am now resting on one side. Even though their life here on a farm is simple, they are happy. I can see every smile and they all laugh now.

“Haven’t you eaten yet, Miss?” Lazzy asked me as she got closer to my seat.

I’m not hungry. Maybe I’ll eat later. They are having fun, ” I said.

“Yes, this is really the case with us, and when we came home, it was a barangay festival. There was a dance and song contest, “Lazzy replied.

Seriously? Why don’t you go now? ”

“Aren’t you coming?” she asked me.

“Hmm. I’ll take it off first. I’m tired. Then I’ll go. “my response.

“I’m sure. You’ll enjoy it, Miss. There will be disco and parlor games, “said Lazzy in a happy voice.

“Can we find a boyfriend?” I asked.

“If it’s for you, it’s hard to find a man who’s right for you. You’re handsome compared to the men here. Your beauty is classy. ” I was frustrated.

“Like that? Is there a basis now when it comes to a possible relationship? I will ask.

“Of course, because there is a level of relationship. It is not uncommon for a rich woman to have a boyfriend who is a poor man. That only happens in novels. In real life, we now know that the rich are only for the rich. And it’s hard just for the poor. ”

Of their nine, it was Lazzy who was too straight-forward to speak and too talkative. And most of all, she knows everything.All text © NôvelD(r)a'ma.Org.

“You know everything about life and love,” I said.

“Of course.”

“Then, what about your love life? I didn’t know about your personal life after all these years that we were together in one house. You’re not the kind of woman that has fun opening up about your true feelings, ” I said.

She suddenly became silent.

“I’m better and bitter, Miss,” she replied.

“Why is that?”

“Better because I’ve finally moved on. And it’s bitter because I still loved him, until now, just like Genie. He left me for another woman. I’m always asking myself before. What did I do wrong? Did I miss out on loving him? Until now, I have not received answers to my questions, “said Lazzy.

I was suddenly sad.

Only now did I find out every detail of their lives.

I’m sorry. I didn’t know that that’s what you went through. ” I said.

“Nah, that doesn’t matter anymore.”

“Yeah, you’re right. Every time you are hurt, remember that there will be a time when you will be happy. So don’t lose it. ” I said.

“All I can say is thank you so much for giving me the chance to work for you. I’m lucky enough since I gave my parents the nice life that they deserved. ” Lazzy said, her voice trembling.