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Even though I didn’t tell Justin, the news about my meeting with my mother in the lobby reached him easily. He didn’t get home until five in the afternoon, but the first thing he asked was if I was okay. I just nodded and didn’t comment further. Justin knows not to push and let the matter rest.
In our short time together, he has learned when I will express my feelings. That’s why after dinner, we decided to stay outside for a bit. I used to be afraid of high places, but not anymore. I still prefer to live in a house, but living in the penthouse while we are here in Manila has made me appreciate it more. It feels like my problems are far away from me, and they can’t reach me.
The busy streets of Manila and the honking cars were quite a sight. People are always in a rush, whether to g
