His Obsession

22

New Beginnings

Looking back at those university days just made me cringe at myself. I can't believe I fell for someone who was such a jerk. I mean all the fluttering feelings he gave just disappeared in thin air. 

"Soleil, are you ready?", my mother asked me. It's been 10 years since I've left the place that caused me a deep pain. I couldn't help but replay those in my head which by the way sends me the chills down my spine. I couldn't help but wonder whether this decision of mine is something I'd be grateful for or something that I'd regret for the rest of my life. 

I looked at my mom and smiled, "Of course! Why wouldn't I be okay?". 

"Darling, I was just concerned because this place may remind you of such horrible incidents." She said to me in a very concerned tone. 

"Mom, don't worry, I'm way past it." I said to her in a firm tone, I mean I am really way past it. It's been ten years, why wouldn't I be okay? It's better that I've seen what my worth was to him before I even agreed to be in a relationship. I always told myself that it was for the best. I'm honestly thankful for that video, it saved me from all the lies that I might have entered. 

"If you say so darling." She replied.

To tell you honestly, the reason why I'm back is because my dad built a new hospital around the city area and this was so far his biggest project after he finished his term as the president of the Philippines. My dad also wanted me to become the director of the hospital. If you're wondering if I continued my dream, yes. I'm now a licensed surgeon. I continued my studies  in France. 

I wanted a new environment after everything that happened. I think I deserved to have a new beginning. Yet here I am, back to this place, stronger than ever. 

A lot of press were outside waiting for us. Security helped us to get into the car. Before leaving the airport, one question from the reporter has strike me. "What can you say about the hottest bachelor of Philippines, Miss Soleil?" 

I just gave her a smile and closed the windows. I have been here for an hour and they already started to ask me some questions. Give me a break. 

We arrived to the mansion. As I walked in, it felt somewhat strange. I couldn't believe that I was back... for a while. I'm not yet sure whether or not I wanted to stay here for good. I might leave when I know the operations of the hospital will be smooth and I wanted to personally pick someone who will replace me as director. 

"Sweetie! You're back!" My dad lowkey ran to me and hugged me. "Thank you for coming home and supporting me." He said and gave me a kiss in my forehead. 

"Of course dad! Anything for you. Although I'm not sure if I'd agree staying here for good." I told him

He looked at me giving me that pity look. "I'll try to change your mind." He said to me eagerly. 

"Well daddy, that's going to take you a long time and a lot of effort." I chuckled and walked away. "I'm just going to take a rest, dad." I told him