I didn't return merely to get hurt once more. I strengthened myself with grief and hatred so that nothing could derail my plans at this time. I've learned my lesson, and I won't allow myself to lose the battle I picked.
Moving toward the private room I intended to walk into, I wore a face devoid of expression. Only the sound of my heels could be heard as I passed everything else in silence. It made sense given that it's a formal, respectable place.
Ilang segundo pa ang lumipas ay tuluyan na akong tumigil sa harapan ng isang malawak na pintuan. Tamad kong sinilip ang wristwatch ko at napakibit-balikat na lamang nang makitang hindi pa ako late para sa gaganaping pagpupulong. Humugot muna ako ng malalim na hininga bago unti-unting binuksan ang pinto. Palihim akong napaismid nang makuha ko a
