Going to the club

"Irv, I know....and I understand. Vivi's here now. We're leaving." There's probably nothing more that Maru wanted to do at this moment than to leave. Moreover, the other woman is shamelessly giving her a taunting look like she won something.

"What do you understand? You didn't hear anything yet, how would you understand?"

Maru didn't bother to say anything more. Vivi helped her up and just as they were about walk out the door, Irvin couldn't help it and grabbed Maru's arm which in return she delivered a tight slap on his face.

Truly, one gets stronger when she got some support.

Even with her tears still falling, anger was written all over her face. This was the first time that Maru dared to raise her hand on him. And it felt good. Word for word she said in a cold tone."I said I understand and you don't have to say anything. You might say that it was all a mistake, but it's all done. Even if it's a mistake, you still have done it. And whatever you're going to say will not change anything."

These words made Irvin's heart turn sour. What he's done, it was truly a mistake. And he really didn't mean to cheat. He blacked out and didn't know that he has done something so wrong until he woke up and saw the woman sleeping beside him.

Even if he said he wanted to explain, he really didn't know what to say too. He just know that he has to say something. Could he say that he had a lot to drink the previous night and was too drunk to know what he was doing? It's the truth but still unacceptable.

The worst part is he can't afford to offend the vice president's daughter.

After going back with Vivi, Maru locked herself in her room. It was still early but she didn't intend to do anything except to hide herself from the outside world the time being.

She didn't leave her room until it was the middle of the night and her stomach was starting to rumble in protest.

Why would she starve herself? It was really stupid.

Thankfully, Vivi was so thoughtful and left her some food. Maru ate at her heart's content .

Morning came and everything was the same. Except the fact that she didn't want to go to the same company as her ex-boyfriend and his bew lover (or whatever she is to him). She can't continue working with them and act like everything is fine. That's bull****.

Taking her sweet time at home, she decided to head to the office in the afternoon.

Inside the manager's ofice...

Irvin was reading some documents when the door openned and Maru went in without knocking the door.

"I think it would be better for me to quit." Maru started with a smile.

"Must you do this? You know it's not easy to find a job these days. If you don't wast to see me I can send yiu to another branch ." he couldn't believe that she would actually go as far as resigning just to avoid him.

"Wether it's easy or not easy for me to find another job is my business. It has nothing to do with you. You kniw well why I'm putting up with this job. All because I wanted to stay close to you. Even when there's not much for me in it. I can do better. So wether you approve it ot not, Im out of here. Im done with you. And I'm done with this crappy company.

" Have you really made up your mind about this? You can't act rashly. "

"What do you think?"she asked back. Her tone was extremely serious.

Irvin sighed heavily before speaking," Alright. But if you change your mind you can call me anytime."

"Before I go, I want to ask you one thing. And you should answer me honestly.

" Ask me anything."

"In the past years that we're together, do you think that

I've been good to you?

Irvin stared at Maru then looked down. His heart complicated. He truly love this woman infront of him despite of her imperfections. There is something special about her. She's a very good and caring person. And there's more to that. But over the years, although the love was still there, he cant deny the fact that something has changed.

" Yes, you've been good. In fact, too good for me."

"That's all then. Honestly, I don't regret that I wasted 3 years with you. I'll just think that we're just really not meant for each other."

It was important for Maru to ask the question. She needed the answer to console herself. If he say that she was good, then, there's nothing wrong with her. Tge problem was not her. That's all that matters. In the end Irvin couldn't blame her for anything.

When Maru arrived home, Vivi was waiting for her.

"At last you're back. Quick,quick,..change your oh so simple clothes and wear something sexy".

" Whatt? What for?? You know I dont know sexy...And why are you so dressed up?" Vivi was wearing a long sleeved bodycon blue dress that reached above her knees. Paired with a high heeled sandals that matches the color of her dress. She has a natural curvy figure and her outfit complimented her body well.

"Well I was thinking that you just recently had a break up and you're sad, so,....we are going to the club to have some fun. Let's drink your sorrows away." Vivi said excitedly. Her eyes sparkling.

"Ms. Vivienne Chua, you very well know that I, Marjana Rouselle Alcantara never goes to the club." Maru rolled her eyes with both of her hands on her hips.

Vivi nodded her head like a woodpecker and said," How could I not know? You've been living like a Nun all these years. Let's change that up. Tonight I have to bring you with me no matter what. I'd drag you if i have to.